The number one job of the tourist is to entertain the locals... at least it is according to Scott Donald's light hearted account of love and laughter along Germany's Romantische Straße, or Romantic Road. With his wife in tow, he takes you on a winding winter journey full of gingerbread houses, seductive walled cities and castles with more than a little personality. His playful yet fascinating insights into the cuisine, culture and history of Franconia and Bavaria, interspersed with tales of his hilariously unfortunate interactions along the way, make this an inspiring read that's guaranteed to have you snorting with laughter.