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The Urban Explorer Only in Paris: A Guide to Unique Locations,
Book SynopsisDiscover Europe with the 'Only In' Guides! These ground breaking city guides are for independent cultural travellers wishing to escape the crowds and understand cities from different and unusual perspectives. Unique locations, hidden corners and unusual objects.A comprehensive illustrated guide to more than 100 fascinating and unusual historical sites in one of Europe's great capital cities - quiet cloisters, eccentric museums, covered passageways, secret gardens, and unusual shops. From the Parisii tribe and Roman Lutetia to the 'Sun King' and Napoleon including sites such as - The Pagoda cinema, the Museum of Magic, Foucault's pendulum, and a subterranean necropolis.
£16.10
The Urban Explorer Only in Edinburgh: A Guide to Unique Locations,
Book SynopsisOnly in Edinburgh is a comprehensive illustrated guide to more than 100 fascinating and unusual historical sites in the Scottish capital, including secret gardens and haunted theatres, mysterious monuments and unexpected underworlds, industrial relics and unusual places of worship. From historic homes and ruined churches to an Art Deco petrol station and a library for poets. Locations include the Innocent Railway, the Arthur's Seat Coffins, Trainspotting in Leith, and the Skating Minister. Discover Europe with the Only In Guides! These ground breaking city guides are for independent cultural travellers wishing to escape the crowds and understand cities from different and unusual perspectives. Unique locations, hidden corners and unusual objects. The 'Urban Explorer' Duncan J. D. Smith is a travel writer and photographer. In his ground breaking Only In Guides he reveals European cities from unique and hidden perspectives. He has travelled across several continents and described his experiences in books, magazines, and online. Born in Sheffield, England in 1960, he studied history and archaeology at university. He is a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society.
£16.10
BKB Verlagsgesellschaft mbH 3 Days in Munich
Book SynopsisThe BKB travel guide presents everything you need for your short stay in Munich: highlights and attractive city quarters, addresses for accommodation, shopping and of course entertainment.
£11.79
BKB Verlagsgesellschaft mbH 3 Days in Heidelberg
Book Synopsis'3 Days in Heidelberg', The travel guide with all the information you need for your 3-day trip. 72 pages, approx. 120 pictures. Produced in an environmentally friendly way and with the 'BLUE ANGEL' certificate, the BKB Travel Guide is perfect for your city trip. You plan thoughtfully and travel sustainably!
£9.00
BKB Verlag Discover Jewish life in Cologne
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£11.40
Tuttle Publishing Tokyo Geek's Guide: Manga, Anime, Gaming,
Book SynopsisTokyo is ground zero for Japan's famous "geek" or otaku culture—a phenomenon that has now swept across the globe.This is the most comprehensive Japan travel guide ever produced which features Tokyo's geeky underworld. It provides a comprehensive run-down of each major Tokyo district where geeks congregate, shop, play and hang out—from hi-tech Akihabara and trendy Harajuku to newer and lesser-known haunts like chic Shimo-Kita and working-class Ikebukuro. Dozens of iconic shops, restaurants, cafes and clubs in each area are described in loving detail with precise directions to get to each location. Maps, URLs, opening hours and over 400 fascinating color photographs bring you around Tokyo on an unforgettable trip to the centers of Japanese manga, anime and geek culture. Interviews with local otaku experts and people on the street let you see the world from their perspective and provide insights into Tokyo and Japanese culture, which will only continue to spread around the globe. Japanese pop culture, in its myriad forms, is more widespread today than ever before—with J-Pop artists playing through speakers everywhere, Japanese manga filling every bookstore; anime cartoons on TV; and toys and video games, like Pokemon Go, played by tens of millions of people. Swarms of visitors come to Tokyo each year on a personal quest to soak in all the otaku-related sights and enjoy Japanese manga, anime, gaming and idol culture at its very source. This is the go-to resource for those planning a trip, or simply dreaming of visiting one day!Trade Review"Tokyo Geek's Guide by Gianni Simone is a resource for exploring manga, anime, gaming, cosplay, and more." --Publishers Weekly"If you want to see Tokyo through a snazzy set of new glasses, or you're a Japan pop culture geek in Tokyo wondering what you might be missing, this book is a must-have -- for your bag, not your shelf." --Japan Visitor"The local knowledge accumulated over time by the author allows the reader to follow him with complete trust into the labyrinth of Tokyo's neighborhoods where it's easy to get lost if you're not familiar with the area" --Zoom Japan Magazine
£13.49
Tuttle Publishing Japan Traveler's Companion: Japan's Most Famous
Book Synopsis*Winner of The North American Travel Journalists Association's Excellence in Travel Journalism Award*Japan mesmerizes and bewilders the visitor in equal measure, making a top-notch travel guide essential for anyone planning a trip to the land of the rising sun.Rob Goss is an award-winning Japan travel writer who has lived in the country for years. From fast-paced Tokyo to the serene temples and gardens of Kyoto to the booming winter resort of Niseko, Goss shows visitors where to experience the country's rich culinary traditions, pop culture, Samurai heritage, and so much more. Delving beyond the scope of traditional guidebooks, Japan Traveler's Companion showcases the insider's Japan, offering detailed itineraries for each region as well as: Information on the country's 100 most important tourist sights, including 22 UNESCO World Heritage Sites Illustrated introductions to Japanese cuisine, popular culture, and Samurai history A map of each region with suggested walks Tips for getting off the beaten path and finding Japan's lesser-known treasures, such as the contemporary "art island" of Naoshim and Yakushima's breathtaking flora and fauna Engagingly written and richly illustrated with hundreds of color photos, this Japan travel guide is the one book visitors will keep by their side before, during, and long after they complete their journey.Trade Review"Japan Traveler's Companion by Rob Goss guides readers through the country's historical sights, cultural attractions, culinary traditions, and pop-culture phenomena." --Publishers Weekly"I've never seen a book that made me want to explore a place more…and offered so many intriguing choices with in-depth profiles and photos. Highly, highly recommended." --Wandering Educators blog"Whether you're planning a trip to Japan or are just obsessed with the country like I am, this book will be a feast for your senses. With bright colored photographs that seem to jump off the pages and insider tips, you will get to see the beauty of Japan in all her facets. While the book definitely covers the main tourist attractions, the writer doesn't shy away from also showing you the lesser known parts of Japan. This book is both practical and inspirational." --The Travel Tester blog
£13.49
Tuttle Publishing Japan Travel Guide + Map: Tuttle Travel Pack:
Book SynopsisThe only resource you need for travel to Japan! This award-winning guide puts the whole country in the palm of your hand. With a large pull-out map and tips on all the best sights, travelers can be sure they are seeing the best of Japan without wasting any time! Explore energetic, ever-changing Tokyo—or immerse yourself in the country's rich cultural past in ancient Kyoto. Take to Asia's best ski slopes in Hokkaido or sun yourself on the beach in subtropical Okinawa. Experience life as a monk on holy Mount Koya or soak in a steaming onsen hot spring in Kyushu. Do all this and more with Japan Travel Guide & Map. Easy to use, and with recommendations to suit every possible taste and budget, this book leads you straight to the very best that Japan has to offer, with no wasted effort. Experienced travel authors Rob Goss and Judith Clancy provide handy lists of "Don't Miss" sights and a series of capsule itineraries that enable you to see the sights in a limited amount of time.The new edition is fully updated with a new chapter on Kanazawa and the Japan Alps. With everything included in one neat pack, it's the only Japan travel guide you need to have a great trip.
£11.69
Tuttle Publishing Japan in 100 Words: From Anime to Zen: Discover
Book SynopsisAs its title suggests, this book captures the essence of Japanese life and culture in 100 words. From well-known concepts like zen, kawaii and anime to their lesser-known counterparts waiting to be discovered by the West, Japan in 100 Words covers it all.Readers will learn more about: Chochin—decorative lanterns seen everywhere from shrines and temples to izakaya Fugu—the very carefully prepared delicacy of poisonous blowfish J-pop—the now widely popular musical genre Karoshi—literally translated as "overwork death" Omiai—the Japanese version of an arranged marriage And much more! The beautiful full-color illustrations bring these ideas, places and objects to life—making it the perfect addition to any Japanophiles library or a fun and useful introductory guide for a first-time visitor to Japan.Trade Review"Each entry is accompanied by a clearly-written, up-to-date description that covers history and context…This would be an excellent book for those who are not familiar with Japan, and an even better textbook for junior-high and high school students in social studies programs." --Kyoto Journal
£14.99
Tuttle Publishing Hiroshige's Japan: On the Trail of the Great
Book Synopsis"Presented alongside Hiroshige's prints, with descriptions and context, Delord's work offers an absorbing contemplation of Japan's past and present via one legendary travel route, and shows how thoroughly upended our surroundings have been in what was, in wider perspective, only a short time." — The New York TimesJourney along the famed Tokaido Road—an ancient thoroughfare with a modern twist.The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tokaido is the best-known work of the great 19th century Japanese woodblock artist Utagawa Hiroshige. The series of 53 masterful woodblock prints depicts stops along the ancient Tokaido Road—which, from the eleventh to the nineteenth century, was the main thoroughfare between Tokyo and Kyoto.Though the road itself is now submerged under Japan's twenty-first-century urban landscape, French artist Philippe Delord set out to see if he could find the original locations, with just a moped, sketchbook, watercolors and a book of Hiroshige's prints.Hiroshige's Japan allows readers to make the journey alongside Delord, venturing from Tokyo and Mount Fuji to mountain passes and rugged coastlines. Inside are all 53 original scenery prints made by Hiroshige, alongside their modern-day equivalent by Delord. A lively commentary about his experiences as he tries to locate each of the 53 scenes (without speaking Japanese!) offers readers an insightful, and often humorous, look into both modern and historical Japan.Part travelogue, part work of art, this book is sure to delight armchair travelers, history buffs, art enthusiasts and Japanophiles alike!Trade Review"Delord's genius is in isolating details of mundane experience that reveal basic truths of a place captured at a moment in time. Between Tokyo's towers and Kyoto's tourist sites, we get glimpses of Japan's great industrial power, anonymous highway culture, wayside shrines, restaurants, and, most importantly, the subtle rhythms of life." --Prof. Kendall Brown, author of Quiet Beauty: The Japanese Gardens of North America"Presented alongside Hiroshige's prints, with descriptions and context, Delord's work offers an absorbing contemplation of Japan's past and present via one legendary travel route, and shows how thoroughly upended our surroundings have been in what was, in wider perspective, only a short time." -- The New York Times
£21.24
Marsilio Carpaccio in Venice: A Guide
Book SynopsisTour the city of Venice through the panoramic paintings of one of its most celebrated chroniclers The lagoon city of Venice was home to some of the greatest painters of the Italian Renaissance. Among them was Vittore Carpaccio (c. 1465–1525), whose body of work largely remains to this day in the city in which he lived and died. Influenced by Early Netherlandish art and resistant to Humanist trends, Carpaccio is today known for having developed a style that set him apart from his peers. He worked primarily under the patronage of various scuole, or confraternities, to illustrate Christian anecdotes. Replete with illustrative detail and an earthy color palette, Carpaccio’s paintings are uniquely emotive in their depictions of saintly miracles. This new publication invites readers from around the world to tour Venice through Carpaccio’s masterpieces and discover the artist who was exceptionally adept at fusing the real Venice and the myth of Venice into a single vision. Carpaccio in Venice: A Guide presents all of the artist’s works conserved in the city, providing updated scholarship for both the paintings and their original locations in light of recent restoration efforts. Sites include the Scuola di San Giorgio degli Schiavoni, the Doge’s Palace, the Museo Correr, the Gallerie dell’Accademia, along with many other locations.
£16.62
White Star National Geographic Walking New York, 3rd Edition
Book SynopsisNational Geographic Walking Guide New York shows you the most important destinations to visit, the most popular places of interest, and the best restaurants you don’t want to miss. Visit the island of Manhattan and its five neighbourhoods, each with its own personalities and attractions. If you’re passionate about history, the southern tip of the island recalls the preeminent role of the city as a commercial port and destination for European immigrants. Retrace the literary splendor of the past by strolling through the quiet streets of Greenwich Village or follow in the footsteps of the alternative spirit of the East Village. Don’t miss the elite Upper East Side, home to the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and Central Park, the vast green area featured in more than 200 films, and the residential Upper West Side. Heights and Harlem are the best examples of urban redevelopment, while dynamic Brooklyn is the neighbourhood that inspires Woody Allen. Pop into Brooklyn’s magnificent museums, Prospect Park, and the Botanical Garden, stopping at cosy bars and restaurants along the way.
£11.69
White Star National Geographic Traveler: Florence and
Book SynopsisNational Geographic Traveler: Florence and Tuscany offers the best of Florence and Tuscany. Illustrations, history, and practical information allow you to learn much about the monuments of Florence, from the Duomo to Piazza della Signoria, museums and galleries, Renaissance palaces, and churches. After Florence, you can move toward Siena and San Gimignano, visit the Chianti region if you are a wine lover or the Apuan Alps for some excursions, or head to the south of the region to learn about the history and culture of the Etruscans on a beach holiday. In central-southern Tuscany, you can appreciate the abbeys, historic villages, and the sublime countryside, stopping in Pienza or Montalcino for excursions. Witness historical re-enactments and events and enjoy the pleasure of cooking, including wines are an inseparable part of the trip. Indulge in shopping for fashion, art, and antiques.
£17.09
White Star New York
Book SynopsisThose who travel today want to know more than technical information, tourist sites and their addresses: they want to know the culture of a place and the mythical stories that made it a place to worship. This is the ideal book for anyone about to start their travels, who want to bring back its culture in their bag, or get to experience it from afar.
£17.09
SIME Books Los Angeles Cocktails: Spirits in the City of
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£21.25
Lannoo Publishers 150 Libraries You Need to Visit Before You Die
Book SynopsisA carefully curated tour of 150 unique libraries around the world. Step inside libraries filled with precious books and architectural wonders.
£27.00
Lannoo Publishers The New York Bucket List
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£22.46
New Heroes & Pioneers Weekender London
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£22.50
Double 9 Booksllp The Hungry Stones And Other Stories
Book SynopsisThe Hungry Stones and Other Stories is a collection of short stories written by the Indian author and Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. The book contains short stories that explore a range of themes, including love, loss, spirituality, and the human condition. The story title, The Hungry Stones, tells the haunting tale of a young man who becomes entranced by a mysterious palace and its ghostly inhabitants. Other stories in the collection include The Cabuliwallah, a heart-warming story of a father-daughter relationship. Tagore's writing is marked by its lyrical beauty and its ability to capture the human emotion. His stories are deeply rooted in Indian culture and tradition, but also speak to universal themes and experiences. Moreover, The Hungry Stones and Other Stories is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers with its powerful storytelling and profound insights into the human experience. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the rich literary traditions of India and the work of one of its greatest writers.
£8.99
Lannoo Publishers 150 National Parks You Need to Visit Before You
Book SynopsisThis book explores all continents and countries in search of the most extraordinary national parks around the world. Well-known and lesser-known parks are featured, but they are all special because of breathtaking views, a unique atmosphere, or exceptional fauna and flora. In these parks you will experience unforgettable treks and adventures and enjoy magnificent views. From desert parks to safari parks, from jungle areas to the highest mountains; each park has its unique story to tell. This book can serve as a practical travel guide but also as inspiration for those looking for the ultimate next travel destination. A traveller''s bucket list with a selection of the world''s most incredible natural parks.
£27.00
Lannoo Publishers The Worlds Best Art and Design Hotels
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£59.50
Lannoo Publishers Italia con gusto e amore
Book SynopsisTravel to the roots of Italian cuisine. Annette Canini Daems guides you through the country where food is not merely a product, but a whole culture. She guides you on a wonderful road trip through the 20 regions of Italy and introduces the unknown dishes of each place. Every region, every place has its own kitchen, because Italy is so much more than just pasta Discover the cucina povera and how certain dishes were created out of necessity, but always with taste and passion. Annette tells the captivating stories of very driven people. Each and every one of them cherish their regional cultural heritage and help preserve it. Get started yourself with recipes that were created centuries ago and reflect the pride of a region. This book contains more than 100 authentic dishes. Buon appetito!
£36.00
Luster Publishing The 500 Hidden Secrets of San Francisco
Book SynopsisWhat are the best burger joints in San Francisco? Which local craft breweries are worth visiting? Where should you go to find the coolest surf gear? The 500 Hidden Secrets of San Francisco is the perfect guide for anyone who’s keen to explore the city’s best-kept secrets. It guides the reader to the places not typically included in tourist guides. Like a secret fairy door in Golden Gate Park or the truly steepest hills in the city. At the same time, it also lists fantastic places frequented by San Francisco residents, like where to shop for local goods and antiques, or where to go for a fabulous brunch and the best craft cocktails in the city. Packed with hundreds of places to go, things to do, and good-to-know facts about the city, The 500 Hidden Secrets of San Francisco will help you make the most of your visit to one of the United States’ coolest towns. Discover the series at the500hiddensecrets.com
£16.10
Luster Publishing The 500 Hidden Secrets of Dublin
Book SynopsisWhere to go for the best pints of Guinness in Dublin? Or when you're craving the ultimate sandwich? And what are the 5 shops you absolutely have to visit on Grafton Street? Shane O'Reilly knows! With lots of love and enthusiasm, he shares hundreds of his favourite places in his hometown of Dublin, like the wood-panelled and plush club serving as a multi-purpose arts centre, Ireland's oldest reggae shop, or the stunning and family-run delicatessen serving up delicious seafood straight from the ocean half a mile away. The 500 Hidden Secrets of Dublin is the perfect book for those who wish to discover the city, but avoid all the usual tourist haunts, as well as for residents who are keen to track down the city's best-kept secrets. Discover the series at the500hiddensecrets.com
£16.10
Luster Publishing The 500 Hidden Secrets of Miami
Book SynopsisWith this new guide in your bag, you're set to go out and discover the best and most fun places in hotspot Miami: 500 addresses that many tourists don't know, a bit off the beaten track, but always loved by the locals and worth a visit. The 500 Hidden Secrets of Miami will take you to all the places that make Miami the lively and unique city it is, also known as the ‘Gateway to the Caribbean’, such as: the 5 nicest water views, 5 stunning Mediterranean revival buildings, 5 renowned Miami-based fashion designers, the 5 coolest hotel pools, and 5 wonderful parks, playgrounds, and museums to visit with your kids. It even includes some unusual experiences, such as swimming in a freshwater Venetian pool, or day trips to the Everglades and the Keys.
£16.10
Drake Shake Carl Goes Kassel
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£8.95
Mo'media Bv Why Should I Go To Paris
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£11.69
Victionary CITIx60 City Guides Milan
Book SynopsisCreativity and luxury collide with teeming energy in Italy''s economic and industrial capital. CITIx60: Milan explores the Italian design capital through the eyes of 60 stars from the city''s creative scene. Together, they take you on a journey through the best in architecture, art spaces, shopping, cuisine and entertainment. This guide will lead you on an authentic tour of Milan that gets to the heart of what locals love most about their city.
£9.50
Hong Kong University Press Ancestral Images A Hong Kong Collection
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£33.25
Avalon Publishing Group Moon Glacier National Park (Ninth Edition)
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£15.29
Avalon Publishing Group Moon Zion & Bryce (Tenth Edition): With Arches,
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£15.29
Avalon Travel Publishing Moon Cape Cod Marthas Vineyard Nantucket Seventh
Book SynopsisMoon's revised guide to Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket offers a local perspective on these popular New England getaways
£14.39
Avalon Publishing Group Moon New Mexico Thirteenth Edition
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£17.99
Avalon Publishing Group Moon Best of Yellowstone Grand Teton Third Edition
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£14.39
Permuted Press Raising Olives in Provence: A Guide for Body and
Book SynopsisA fun-filled portrait of Provence told by an American bestselling author who knows France intimately and unwraps people and places with devastating insight—and laugh-out-loud humour. Americans have long had a love affair with Provence: its glamour, its mystique, its foreignness. But never have they had a guide like Ken Timmerman. Bursting with humorous stories about local characters and vivid description of French landscapes and customs gleaned from thirty-five years in the country, Raising Olives in Provence tells the story of how the author improbably came to renovate a run-down house and raise olive trees in the hills above Saint-Tropez. From olive presses to truffle markets, from Templar hostelries to lunch at a beachside club with the king and queen of Sweden, Timmerman takes us to places and introduces us to people we would never find on our own. In his other life as a war correspondent and investigative reporter, Timmerman deals with the horrors and betrayals of a world gone mad, always returning to this hillside in the south of France as a refuge. But even here, intrigue and treachery lie just beneath the surface, along with mysterious visitors on the hillside, an olive thief, phony artists and wannabe aristocrats, and the endless love adventures of his French neighbours. Love, faith, marriage, and friendship—with a sprinkling of salt, thyme, and some olive oil, please! And don’t forget the rosé.
£11.69
Austin Macauley Publishers LLC The Top Ten Historical Locations of the Old West
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£10.44
Regalo Press Vineyard Melody
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£14.99
PiXZ Books A Boot Up Bodmin Moor and Around 10 Leisure Walks
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£6.78
Avalon Travel Publishing Rick Steves Pocket Paris (Fifth Edition)
Book SynopsisMake the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves! This colorful, compact guidebook is perfect for spending a week or less in Paris:- City walks and tours: Six detailed tours and walks showcase Paris's essential sights, including the Louvre, the Orsay Museum, the Eiffel Tower, a stroll along the Left Bank, and more.- Rick's strategic advice on what experiences are worth your time and money.- What to eat and where to stay: Sip café au lait at a sidewalk café, chat with locals over a picnic of camembert and rosé, and admire the lights of the Eiffel Tower from your balcony.- Day-by-day itineraries to help you prioritize your time.- A detailed, detachable fold-out map, plus museum and city maps throughout.- Full-colour, portable, and slim for exploring on-the-go.- Trip-planning practicalities like when to go, how to get around on the Métro, basic French phrases, and moreLightweight yet packed with valuable insight into Paris's history and culture, Rick Steves Pocket Paris truly is a tour guide in your pocket. Expanding your trip? Try Rick Steves Paris or Rick Steves France!
£9.49
Bradwell Books Walks for All Ages East Sussex: 20 Short Walks
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£6.99
Mage Publishers Garden of the Brave in War: Recollections of Iran
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£22.49
Man Mo Media Limited The Onsen Experience
Book SynopsisThe Onsen Experience takes a deep dive into the relaxing, restorative world of Japanese hot springs, covering a tradition-rich, wellness-focused topic through beautiful images, heartwarming anecdotes, and informative explanations.
£16.14
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APA Publications Berlitz Pocket Guide Naples, Capri & the Amalfi
Book SynopsisBerlitz Pocket Guides: iconic style, a bestselling brand, this is the quintessential pocket-sized travel guide to Naples, Capri and the Amalfi CoastPlan your trip, plan perfect days and discover how to get around - this pocket-sized guide is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering what to do and see in Naples, Capri and the Amalfi Coast, from top attractions like Positano to hidden gems, including the best pizza restaurants. This will save you time, and enhance your exploration of this fascinating region. Compact, concise, and packed with essential information, this is an iconic on-the-move companion when you''re exploring Naples, Capri and the Amalfi Coast Covers Top TenAttractions, including the Blue grotto, Naples Duomo and Pompeii''s Villas andPerfect Day itinerary suggestions Includes an insightful overview of landscape, history and culture Handy colour maps on the inside cover flaps will help you find your way around Essential practical information on everything from Eating Out to Getting Around Inspirational colour photography throughout Sharp design and colour-coded sections make for an engaging reading experienceAbout Berlitz: Berlitz draws on years of travel and language expertise to bring you a wide range of travel and language products, including travel guides, maps, phrase books, language-learning courses, dictionaries and kids'' language products.
£5.39
Quarto Publishing PLC North Downs Way: National Trail Guide
Book SynopsisThe official guide to this superb National Trail, published in conjunction with Walk Unlimited. Whether you're an experienced long distance walker or a weekend stroller, this is the only companion you need. The North Downs Way is the National Trail that follows the official acorn waymarks from Farnham to the coast at Dover. This picturesque trail takes in chalk ridges, river valleys and sections of the Pilgrims’ Way. At the eastern end you can either walk via Canterbury (a total distance of 130 miles, 208 km) or follow the southern route (123 miles, 197 km). This is the complete official guide to walking the well-loved and popular North Downs. Trade Review‘Packed with information, showing that the internet has not yet superceded the need for a good guidebook.’‘ Packed with information, showing that the internet has not yet superceded the need for a good guidebook.’
£13.49
Bradt Travel Guides South Wales
Book SynopsisThis new Bradt guidebook is the first solely dedicated to a specific part of Wales, encompassing the country's southern third. Covering Monmouthshire, Glamorgan, Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire and Brecon Beacons National Park, this guide provides in-depth coverage of a broad range of attractions. Catering for walkers, heritage aficionados, wildlife lovers, families, mountain bikers, foodies and city-lovers, it furnishes all the practical information you need to plan and enjoy time in South Wales. The region boasts 400 miles of coastline, along which some of Britain's finest beaches nestle between comely resorts and traditional fishing villages, including in the dramatic Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Inland, The Valleys encompass a former powerhouse of the British coal-mining industry where abandoned collieries have become thriving tourist attractions in a World Heritage landscape. Alternatively, enjoy peace and quiet in the Brecon Beacons, one of few British International Dark Sky Reserves, characterised by high peaks, wild moorland and thrashing waterfalls. From here, mountains extend east to the renowned book town of Hay-on-Wye. In South Wales, you can embrace history, landscape and culture in quick succession. Hikers come from all over to walk the Wales Coast Path, the first footpath worldwide to extend the entire length of a country's coastline. Bike Park Wales in Merthyr is Britain's leading mountain-bike centre, while St David's Peninsula offers thrilling coasteering and the Gower Peninsula exciting surfing. The region's special wildlife ranges from puffins and deer on offshore islands to porpoises and dolphins powering across sheltered bays. Urbanites will love the Welsh capital of Cardiff, fast becoming one of Britain's most dynamic cities, following exciting regeneration crowned by the Millennium Centre. Wales is nicknamed the Land of the Castles, with more fortifications per square mile than any European country: South Wales boasts twenty where your imagination can run riot. Unexpected treats gather here too: visit Europe's second-tallest sand dune (The Big Dipper in Merthyr Mawr), the UK's smallest city (St David's), or even vineyards and whisky distilleries. Whether you are an adrenaline-seeker or culture-lover, a wildlife watcher or beach-goer, foodie or hiker, discover South Wales with Bradt's comprehensive guide.Trade Review'As the first of the always-excellent Bradt guides to focus on a specific part of Wales, this book lets you really drill down into one of the UK's least heralded but most spectacular corners' - Wanderlust magazineTable of ContentsPART 1 GENERAL INFORMATION Chapter 1 Background Information At a glance, Geography, Climate, Natural history, History, Archaeology, Government & politics, Economy, People & culture (inc Religion, Language, Education), Art & architecture, Music, Literature, Sport Chapter 2 Practical Information When to visit, Highlights, Suggested itineraries, Tour operators, Tourist information, Red tape, Embassies, Getting there and away, Health, Safety, Women travellers, Travelling with a disability, Travelling with children, LGBT+ travellers, What to take, Money and budgeting, Getting around, Accommodation, Eating & drinking, Public holidays & festivals, Shopping, Arts & entertainment, Outdoor activities, Media & communications, Cultural etiquette, Travelling positively PART 2 THE GUIDE Chapter 3 Cardiff (and around) History, Getting there and away, Getting around, Tourist information and tour operators, Orientation, Where to stay, Where to eat and drink, Cafés, bars & nightlife, Entertainment, Shopping, Sports & activities, Other practicalities, What to see and do Chapter 4 Monmouthshire to Newport Chepstow, Tintern and the Wye Valley, Caldicot, Usk, Monmouth, Newport, Caerleon Chapter 5 Vale of Glamorgan to the Gower Barry, Cowbridge, Llantwit Major, Ogmore, Merthyr Mawr, Porthcawl, Kenfig NNF, Bridgend, Port Talbot, Swansea, The Gower Chapter 6 The Valleys Afon Lywd (Blaenavon), Ebbw Vale, Sirhowy Valley, Rhymney Valley, Taff Valley (Merthyr Tydfil), Ely Valley, Cynon Valley, Rhondda Valleys (Fach & Fawr), Ogwr Valley, Garw Valley, Lynfi Valley Afan Valley, Vale of Neath, Dulais Valley Chapter 7 Brecon Beacons to Hay Brecon Beacons National Park, Brecon, Crickhowell, Abergavenny, Talgarth, Hay-on-Wye Chapter 8 Carmarthenshire Amman Valley, Llanelli, Laugharne, Carmarthen, Tywi Valley and Llandeilo, Kidwelly, Llandovery, Newcastle Emlyn, Teifi Valley Chapter 9 Pembrokeshire Narberth, Landsker Borderlands, Saundersfoot, Tenby, Manorbier, Pembroke, Stackpole, Milford Haven, Haverfordwest, St Bride's Bay, Marloes, Skomer/Skokholm, St Davids, Fishguard, Newport, Mynydd Preseli Appendix 1 Language Appendix 2 Further Reading
£14.39
APA Publications Berlitz Pocket Guide Cuba (Travel Guide with
Book SynopsisBerlitz Pocket Guide CubaThe world-renowned pocket travel guide by Berlitz, now with a free bilingual dictionary.Compact, concise and packed full of essential information about where to go and what to do, this is an ideal on-the-move guide for exploring Cuba. From top tourist attractions like the Palaza de la Catedral, El Morro and the Prado, to cultural gems, including a literary pilgrimage to Hemingway''s house, losing yourself in the glorious streets and squares of Camagüey and a trip to the rolling tobacco fields of Viñales Valley, plan your perfect trip with this practical, all-in-one travel guide. Features of this travel guide to Cuba:- Inspirational itineraries: discover the best destinations, sights and excursions, highlighted with stunning photography- Historical and cultural insights: delve into the country''s rich history and culture, and learn all about its people, art and traditions- Practical full-colour map: with every major sight and listing highlighted, the full-colour maps make on-the-ground navigation easy- Key tips and essential information: from transport to tipping, we''ve got you covered- Dictionary: quick-reference bilingual language guide to help you with vocabulary - Covers: Havana (La Habana); Pinar del Río Province; Mantanzas Province; Central Cuba; Oriente: The East; Guántanamo ProvinceGet the most out of your trip with: Berlitz Phrase Book & Dictionary Latin American SpanishAbout Berlitz: Berlitz draws on years of travel and language expertise to bring you a wide range of travel and language products, including travel guides, maps, phrase books, language-learning courses, dictionaries and kids'' language products.
£6.99
Orion Publishing Co Ways of Travelling
Book SynopsisRediscover the wonder of travel, wherever you find yourself. See the world with fresh eyes with these exciting and unusual suggestions. Whether you’re heading halfway around the globe or just stepping out your front door, Ways of Travelling will take you somewhere new.
£20.21
