Good Night God Bless: A Guide to Convent Monastery Accommodation in Europe : Austria, Czech Republic, Italy: 1

Trish Clark

ISBN 10: 158768053X / ISBN 13: 9781587680533

Published by HiddenSpring, 2009

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Good Night God Bless: A Guide to Convent Monastery Accommodation in Europe : Austria, Czech Republic, Italy: 1
• Publisher: HiddenSpring
• Publication Date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 158768053X
• ISBN 13: 9781587680533
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Ever Slept in a Bishop's Bedchamber?Good Night and God Bless is the modern traveler s Bible. This unique guide lists details of atmospheric and affordable accommodation in convents, monasteries, abbeys and Christian hotels across Europe. It is aimed at tourists and travelers seeking a unique experience as well as those pursuing a pilgrimage or religious retreat.Most of these alternative accommodations are run by various mainstream Christian religious denominations. Religious orders have traditionally offered hospitality as part of their ministry and a bed and a bite to eat was provided for the cost of a donation. However, these days offering hospitality has become a means of survival. Taking in overnight guests is a practical way for religious orders to raise revenue and a cheap, safe, clean and often well-located accommodation option for travelers.The book appeals not only for its quirky, eye catching, pick me up title but equally and more importantly for its v

About the Author

Trish Clark is the former owner and manager of a highly successful travel marketing business in Australia. She has traveled extensively, including to Europe, Asia and the USA. She has stayed in many convents and monasteries in Europe over the years, and continues to do so. She has five adult children and lives in Sydney with her husband.