'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other'. New York TimesThis eBook offering is an excerpt of Lonely Planet's latest France guide book and includes: Toulouse Area chapters Understanding France Toulouse Area mapsRich food, good wine and slow living: that's what this sunbaked corner of southwest France is all about. Take things slow: life in this corner of France is all about the living.This guide is the result of research by dedicated authors and local experts who immersed themselves in the Toulouse Area, finding unique experiences, and sharing practical and honest advice, so you come away informed and amazed. This guide includes up-to-date reviews of the best places to stay, eat, sights, cultural information, maps, transport tips and a few best kept secrets - all the essentials to get to the heart of the Toulouse Area.Coverage includes: Understanding France: France Today, History, The French, Bon Appetit, French Wine, The Arts, Architecture, Lyrical Landscapes Toulouse, Albi, Castres, Montauban, Moissac, Auch, Condom & around.Lonely Planet's France guide is researched and written by: Nicola Williams, Alexis Averbuck, Stuart Butler, Tom Masters, Jean- Bernard Carillet, Steve Fallon, Oliver Berry, Daniel Robinson, Kerry Christiani, John Vlahides, Catherine Le Nevez, Miles Roddis, Emilie Filou