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Book SynopsisTravel is good for us. It makes us happy!Escape more, celebrate more, "weekend" more with DK travel guides and create memories that last a lifetime.Each of our books is jam-packed with gorgeous pictures, helpful maps and expert insights, making them totally comprehensive, really easy to use, and full of ideas and inspiration. And we know what we're doing we've been publishing guides for over 30 years. So forget the ordinary. Travel extraordinary.Trade Review"Known… for its four-color maps, photos and illustrations, the [DK] Eyewitness Guides are extremely user-friendly for travelers who want their information delivered in a concise, visual way." — Chicago Tribune"The best option… Color photos, maps, and diagrams bring the place to life." — The Philadelphia Inquirer

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Book SynopsisThe ideal travel companion, full of insider advice on what to see and do, plus detailed itineraries and comprehensive maps for exploring this historic country.Explore Moscow''s revolutionary past at the Red Square and Lenin''s Mausoleum, marvel at the royal treasures inside the State Armoury or admire the iconic onion domes of St Basil''s Cathedral: everything you need to know is clearly laid out within colour-coded chapters. Discover the best of Moscow with this indispensable travel guide.Inside DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Moscow:- Over 25 colour maps, including a large-scale pull-out map of the city and a transport map, help you navigate with ease- Simple layout makes it easy to find the information you need- Comprehensive tours and itineraries of Moscow, designed for every interest and budget- Illustrations and floorplans show in detail the Cathedral of the Assumption, State Armoury, Pushkin State Museum of Fine ArTrade ReviewEyewitness wins hands down * The Mail on Sunday *

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Book SynopsisImagine yourself in a schoolroom in one of the most remote regions of one of the most hard-to-reach countries on earth. Nepal. The Lower Mustang region to be exact. To reach it takes a 14-hour flight from New York to Doha, Qatar. Then four hours by air to Kathmandu. Transfer at one of the world’s most dangerous airports to a 90-minute flight to Pokhara, followed by a jarring, eight-hour Jeep ride over a vertiginous dirt road – one side is a mountain wall, the other side a two-hundred foot cliff. Finally you arrive, but it’s not just any schoolroom. It has been converted into an operating room so that doctors from New York Eye & Ear Infirmary can provide the gift of sight to 24 Nepalis who were blind due to advanced cataracts. Jeff Blumenfeld witnessed this first hand. He was there as a traveler, but also as a volunteer. A voluntourist. People often wonder how they can explore the world and help the less fortunate even if they don’t possess specialized skills. These are people who make lousy vacationers. They’re bored sitting on a beach or touring umpteen churches on a cruise ship excursion. They want a meaningful role when they travel. That’s where voluntourism comes in – a mix of both travel and volunteering. Is it hard work building wells and schoolhouses or excavating dinosaur bones? Yes, it is. But voluntourism doesn’t take a particular outdoor skill, just plenty of sweat and the desire to see the world and leave it a better place. Travel With Purpose deals not with celebrities, nor the rich and famous. Instead, it relays examples from Blumenfeld’s travels and many others from Las Vegas to Nepal. From health care facilities to impoverished schools. These are stories of inspiration from everyday people, all of whom have definite opinions about the best way to approach that first volunteer vacation. You don’t need to be wealthy to travel to foreign lands to volunteer; you may not even have to go to foreign lands, as opportunities may exist within your own state. Blumenfeld shows readers how to identify the right location and volunteer situation, how to go about planning trips and preparing for activities, how to reach out, how to help. Through vivid examples and first hand stories from both recipients of volunteer work and the volunteers themselves, Travel with Purpose may make you rethink your next vacation.Trade ReviewWhether for an hour or two, a day or a week, Jeff Blumenfeld’s Travel With Purpose explains how any traveler can give back to the local communities they visit, anywhere in the world. The experience turns you from an everyday tourist into a small part of the solution to some of the globe’s most pressing challenges. -- Richard Wiese, President, The Explorers Club, New York CityThere’s no better education for a child than travel that provides a glimpse at how other people live their lives. Travel that also involves volunteer work is perhaps the best of both worlds. As Travel With Purpose shows, voluntourism can expand horizons, and build an important bond between parents and their sons or daughters. -- Rainer Jenss, President & Founder, Family Travel AssociationJeff Blumenfeld covers everything you need to know about voluntourism, from its upsides and downsides to how to find the right project—and he’s included memorable stories that span from Kathmandu to Vegas. This is an excellent resource for anyone who wants to volunteer abroad. -- Ken Budd, author of The VoluntouristPractical, motivating and loaded from cover to cover like an overstuffed suitcase, Travel With Purpose is a big-hearted book full of guidance and inspiration that just may finally get you out the door. Crack it open, then pack your bags. -- John Marshall, author of Wide-Open World: How Volunteering Around the Globe Changed One Family's Lives ForeverEvery traveler can benefit immensely by lending a hand to local organizations wherever they travel for business or pleasure. Travel With Purpose explains how to do this most effectively and with passion. Don’t miss this book! -- Barbara Corcoran, Real Estate Expert and TV PersonalityTable of ContentsIntroduction A World of Voluntourism Opportunities Chapter 1 Why We Travel Chapter 2 The Growth of Voluntourism Chapter 3 Selecting the Right Project Chapter 4 Become a Better Voluntourist Chapter 5 Stay Safe Out There Chapter 6 Stories of Purposeful Travel Chapter 7 The Dark Side of Voluntourism Chapter 8 Funding Your Volunteer Project Appendix A Voluntourism Resources Appendix B Best Travel Apps Appendix C Favorite Travel Books Appendix D Voluntourism Videos

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Book SynopsisAn indispensable read when visiting Walt Disney World with kidsThe Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World with Kids 2018 is JAM-PACKED with useful tips, great advice, excellent discussion, and practical travel knowledge gleaned from years of Walt Disney World travel experience.In this guidebook, authors Bob Sehlinger and Liliane Opsomer specifically address the needs of kids, within some casesresearch and input from kids. Len Testa leads an experienced team of researchers whose work has been cited by such diverse sources as USA Today and Operations Research Forum.The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World with Kids digs deeper and offers more specific information than any other guidebook. This is the only guide that explains how to make every minute and every dollar of your vacation count. With advice that is direct, prescriptive, and detailed, it takes the guesswork out of your family vacation. Step-by-step detailed plans allow you to visit Walt Disney World with your children with absolute confidence and peace of mind.

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Book SynopsisSee the enchantment of the Disneyland resort in a whole new way with "The Great Disneyland Scavenger Hunt." From Main Street U.S.A. to New Orleans Square, Walt Disney lovingly designed every detail to immerse guests in the magic of his theme parks. See Disneyland and Disney’s California Adventure through new eyes when you discover fantasy, thrills, and dreams around every turn. Whether you’re perusing the shops, waiting in line, or riding attractions, there’s plenty to uncover for even the most knowledgeable Disney fan. If this is your first visit or your five hundredth, you will discover something new with "The Great Disneyland Scavenger Hunt."Table of ContentsMain Street U.S.A. Hub Fantasyland Toontown Adventureland Frontierland Pirate’s Lair Tomorrowland New Orleans Square Critter Country Disney’s California Adventure Buena Vista Street Grizzly Peak Airfield Grizzly Peak Hollywood A Bugs Land Cars Land Pacific Wharf Paradise Pier

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Book SynopsisLearn how to pack up the family for a life-changing, long-term journey filled with education and adventure. If you’ve ever dreamed about an epic family adventure and heading out on the road for a few months or more, Wonder Year is for you. Part inspiration and part how-to, this book demystifies the seemingly outrageous prospect of embarking on a long-term family trip and using the world as a classroom for your kids—a trailblazing approach known as worldschooling. Packed with practical information, Wonder Year offers invaluable guidance to help transform your dream into a well-planned reality for your family. Woven throughout the book are evocative travelogues and photos from families sharing worldschooling experiences. Paddling a wild and scenic Oregon river, stargazing in New Mexico, and visiting World War II sites in France are just a few of the colorful stories that will no doubt stir you to envision your own journey.This book will show you how to: Explore funding options for long-term family travel—be it a summer, semester, year, or more Choose where to go and navigate the logistics of getting there Discover alternative education methods for teaching your kids on the road Travel responsibly and sustainably Identify ways to earn income while traveling Stay healthy and safe along the way Tap into a global community of worldschoolers and family adventurers You’ll learn that extended family travel is more attractive and attainable than ever before, and remote living and learning are not actually remote at all. Wonder Year will help you slow down, simplify, and wonder at all the world has to offer.Trade Review“An excellent guide for anyone interested in an extended-travel lifestyle. With remote work a viable option for lots of readers, this inspiring book can open up numerous possibilities for families.”—Library Journal“Essential reading for families on the journey toward a connected and fulfilling life.” —Dan Buettner, National Geographic Fellow and #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Blue Zones “Wildly inspiring and eminently practical, this book will have you dreaming, plotting, and planning for what could be the best months of your family’s life.” —Florence Williams, author of The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative “For the intrepid family that’s keen to raise kids with a broad worldview, the curricular visions and thoughtful considerations outlined in Wonder Year will help you get out the door and on the road toward the greatest discoveries of your family’s lives. A recipe book for activating the deepest curiosities of young minds.” —Chris Yager, founder of immersive student travel company Where There Be Dragons “Wonder Year makes the case for extended family travel and ‘worldschooling,’ then provides the nuts and bolts of how to actually get out there.” —Joshua Berman, author and travel columnist for The Denver Post “Wonder Year will give you all the tools and tips you need to take your family on the adventure of a lifetime. As an early child educator, I appreciate their advice on how to educate on the move!” —Stefanie Hohl, author and founder of ABC See, Hear, Do “Extended travel—the wanderlust kind—has always felt out of reach for too many because of the expense, the disapproval of others, and seemingly overwhelming logistical challenges. But you can do it! This book is literally a ‘how-to’ guide for a life-affirming family adventure.” —Charles Wheelan, author of We Came, We Saw, We Left and Naked Economics “Simply superb! A must-read for anyone considering extended family travel, Wonder Year is the new standard by which all other books on this subject will be judged.” —John Higham, author of 360 Degrees Longitude “Wonder Year opens the imagination to possibilities of extraordinary family learning adventures. A treasure trove of resources and inspiration for parents who desire to be learners alongside their children, transforming and growing on a shared journey.” —Colette Plum, assistant dean, UC Berkeley Study Abroad

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Book SynopsisUltimate Coastal Road Trips: Australia is Lee Atkinson's completely new guidebook for Australia's best road trips near the water, a perfect companion to her bestselling Ultimate Road Trips: Australia. This comprehensive guide covers 40 seaside road trips around the country including the Great Ocean Road, Western Australia’s Coral Coast, the Grand Pacific Drive, and K'gari, Flinders and Bruny islands. All trips in the book focus exclusively on the coast and offer a wealth of detail for those planning a beach holiday, as well as some worthwhile side trips inland (if you have the time). For each road trip there is a day-by-day itinerary with information on road conditions, what to see and do, rainy-weather options, best time to go and how long it will take. There are also stunning images of our most spectacular stretches of coastline and detailed maps. Use this book as inspiration to live the Australian dream and follow the sun along our iconic coastline.

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Book SynopsisThis sustainable travel handbook inspires readers to explore our fascinating planet without causing it further harm. Ten chapters help you go lightly, including how to choose the least impactful methods of travel, how best to protect wildlife, how to pack with more consideration and how to implement mindful practices into each travel day, Go Lightly gives the reader a tool kit of fresh ideas for travelling more consciously. The book also covers eco-friendly activities including biking, boating and camping, and introduces us to some of the world's most inspiring eco-adventure pioneers.

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Book SynopsisPaddy Dillon has chosen 15 of the best short walks around Coniston and Langdale for you to explore. Our guide comes with easy-to-read Ordnance Survey maps and clear route descriptions, perfect if you're new to walking or are looking for something you can enjoy with the whole family. We've included information on local beauty spots and tasty refreshment stops, and most of the walks can be completed in under 4 hours. We haven't included any walks with challenging terrain or complicated navigation, and all you'll need to take with you are a waterproof jacket and a pair of comfortable trainers.

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Book SynopsisThis book contains 20 of the best family-friendly walks in Dorset. Here you'll find a selection of excellent outings, all devised especially with children in mind. The routes are short and all are packed with fun things to see and do along the way. There are birds and animals to spot, lighthouses and watermills to investigate, quarries and caves to explore and ancient hillforts and castle ruins to conquer. SHORT & SWEET - These family-friendly Dorset walks are all circular, ranging from 11/2 and 23/4 miles in length. MORE THAN JUST WALKS - Each route comes with suggestions for things to do along the way: beaches & streams ideal for paddling; woods to play hide-&-seek in; nature trails to follow; wide-open spaces where kids can burn off excess energy, plus much more. THE BEST STOPS - Each walk features recommendations for refreshment stops: from picnic sites to cafes & family-friendly pubs. EASY TO FOLLOW - Full colour maps & pictures throughout, with clear written instructions making it easy to find your way. Let your kids take the lead! There are the great ramparts of Bradbury Rings where legend has it that King Arthur defeated the Saxons; the sea and sand of Lulworth Cove with the possibility of a boat trip; the superb walk to the top of Golden Cap with views across the whole of Lyme Bay; and a host of other wonderful outings for the whole family.Table of Contents1. Seatown (2 miles) 2. Pilsdon Pen (2.5 miles) 3. Burton Bradstock (2 miles) 4. Hog Cliff (2.5 miles) 5. Cerne Abbas (2.5 miles) 6. Maiden Castle (1.5 miles) 7. Langton Herring and the Fleet (2.5 miles) 8. Portland (2.5 miles) 9. Lulworth Cove (2 miles) 10. Bockhampton (2.5 miles) 11. Milton Abbas (2.5 miles) 12. Sturminster Newton (2 miles) 13. Okeford Hill (2.5 miles) 14. Hod Hill (2.5 miles) 15. Fontmell Down (2 miles) 16. Gore Heath (2.5 miles) 17. badbury Rings (2 miles) 18. Arne and Arne Heath (2 miles) 19. Worth Matravers (2.5 miles) 20. Pentridge and Bokerley Ditch (2.75 miles)

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Book SynopsisThis collection of 20 short, circular walks in the Chilterns was put together with families in mind. Perfect for younger and older walkers, and those looking for a brief excursion; the shortest route is just over 11/2 miles and all are under 31/2 miles. Explore the woodland, farm fields, canals, rivers and, of course, rolling hills that make the Chilterns one of the most beautiful and varied places to walk. In this book you'll find routes that walk the flat valleys, circumnavigate hilltops and wind along the River Thames, with just a few gentle undulations. All walks include parking options, highlights, easy-to-follow numbered directions and suggestions for refreshment stops along the way.Table of Contents1. Christmas Common (13/4 miles) 2. Warburg Nature Reserve (21/2 miles) 3. Fingest (21/2 miles) 4. Frieth (31/4 miles) 5. Medmenham (23/4 miles) 6. Hurley (13/4 miles) 7. Bledlow (31/4 miles) 8. Lacey Green (3 miles) 9. Bradenham (21/2 miles) 10. Downley (2 miles) 11. Weston Turville (3 miles) 12. Kings Ash (31/4 miles) 13. Great Missenden (21/4 miles) 14. Little Kingshill (13/4 miles) 15. Coleshill (2 miles) 16. Hodgemoor Woods (21/4 miles) 17. Cholesbury (23/4 miles) 18. Ley Hill (3 miles) 19. Dunstable Downs (31/2 miles) 20. Little Gaddesden (13/4 miles)

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Book SynopsisGuidebook to 40 outdoor adventures in the Lake District with children under 12, including hiking, biking, scrambling, boating, swimming, paddling, camping, bothying and hostelling. The adventures are graded, with alternatives given where they exist so families can embark on the level of adventure that suits them best. Similarly, the guide is designed for long-term use, so as children grow up they can progress to more exciting and challenging adventures. All featured routes have been rigorously road-tested and have got the thumbs up from the harshest of critics - the under-12s. In addition to OS mapping and easy-to-follow route description, the guide also includes invaluable practical information on bike/boat hire, bases and transport in the Lake District, plus notes on adventuring safely, getting close to nature and responsibly using national parks. The guide is also visually appealing, showcasing stunning photography guaranteed to inspire. With its twinkling tarns for skimming stones and craggy summits for scrambling, the Lake District is a natural adventure playground for children of all ages. It is the perfect place for families to share outdoor adventures, have fun together and inspire youngsters to love and cherish wild and rural landscapes.Table of ContentsList of adventures Map key Activity symbol key Overview map Making this guide Introduction The Lake District with children Bases and transport When to go Hiking with children Biking with children Getting wet Wild nights: camping, bothying and hostelling Adventuring safely Responsible use of our national park Getting close to nature How to use this guide and grading The southern lakes The northern lakes Appendix A Route summary table Appendix B Where to hire bikes and boats Appendix C Attractions and playgrounds Appendix D Outdoor activity providers Appendix E Useful contacts

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Book SynopsisThis exciting, new and interactive guide brings families with children ten of the very best family adventures in the Lake District National Park. With expertly-chosen adventures, superb photographs, clear information, an overview and introduction for each walk, expertly written numbered directions, large scale maps, and four themed interactive challenges for every adventure, these guides set a new standard in design, concept, clarity and ease-of-use. Featured adventures include: Binsey Hillbagging - summit sunset; St Herbert?s Island - paddle and picnic; Hallin Fell - boat and climb; Crummock Water - wild swim; Buttermere - lake walk (with tunnel); Black Sail Hut - bike and bunk; Cathedral Cave - caves scramble; Stanley Ghyll - steam train & waterfall; Windermere shore - boat and bike; and Grizedale Forest - mountain biking.

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Book SynopsisWith information on transport links, facilities, local attractions and fun stuff for the kids, along with maps of each route, this is the perfect guide for exploring Britain's countryside and discovering your new favourite walk. The National Trust cares for some of the most spectacular countryside in Britain. This guide features 100 walks from across the country, from the ancient majesty of Avebury's stone circle and the wonder of Giant's Causeway to the dramatic peaks towering about Lake windermere. The walks are organised by region, making it easy to explore historical sites, spot wildlife and stunning views wherever you are. The routes are graded according to ease, from two to eight miles in length, to include family-friendly rambles across parkland, adventurous hikes and everything in between. With information on transport links, facilities, local attractions and fun stuff for the kids, along with maps of each route, this is the perfect guide for exploring Britain's countryside and discovering your new favourite walk.

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Book SynopsisThe Very Bored Fluff Ball is the most lazy and bored creature on this planet. It was just another normal day of watching TV, eating, and sleeping until a stranger barged into Fluff's house. The stranger looked around, disgusted at the sight of its messy room and insisted going on a trip to Italy betting she would cure its never-ending case of boredom. The Fluff gets dragged outside, and shoved into the airplane. Will the stranger be successful in helping this bored little creature out of its continuing boredom?

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Book SynopsisFamily Walks and Hikes is an exciting series of books written specifically for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and abilities.The updated edition of the second volume for the Canadian Rockies brings together a new and inspiring collection of comfortable walks and spectacular hikes for visitors and locals looking for unique, guided wanderings in a number of diverse locations in the Rockies, including: Bow River and Bow Falls Sunshine Meadows Johnston Canyon Plain of Six Glaciers Consolation Lakes Larch Valley Takakkaw Falls Maligne Canyon Ranging from charmingly easy to moderately challenging, these hikes are all accessible from reliable roads and popular staging areas. In addition, each hike is accompanied by a clear, colourful map, step by step directions, and full-colour photographs. Each route includes: detailed directions to trailheads colour maps and photographs seasonal information round-trip distances trail commentary difficulty ratings

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Book SynopsisCycling in Sussex is the third title in Vertebrate Publishing's Off Road Trails and Quiet Lanes series of family and leisure cycling guidebooks. 20 rides, between 4km and 28km, explore the quiet lanes and off-road trails of one of the most beautiful counties in the UK.Written by local family cyclists, Deirdre Huston and Marina Bullivant, the rides are clearly described using step-by-step instructions and feature original maps, route profiles and local area information. The book is illustrated with inspirational and inviting photography of the rides and the local area.Together with information about local railway trails and seafront trails, the authors have also put together a selection of rides specifically designed for families based on their own personal experiences with their children.Table of ContentsIntroductionArea mapAcknowledgements / A note on the rides / Maps, descriptions, distances / Your bike / Clothing / GlovesOther essentials / Rights of way / Rules of the road / General safety1 River Ouse Family Route (Barcombe Mills)2 Barns Green Mini-Circuit3 Ashurst Wood Mini Mountain Bike Circuit4 Lewes Villages & the River Ouse5 Rural Idylls (Thakeham)6 Downland Views, Forgotten Forests & Agricultural Tracks (Plumpton Green)7 Out in the Sticks (Barns Green)8 Under Wolstonbury Hill (Goddards Green)9 Out of Sight near Ditchling10 River Adur, Peaceful Glades & Downs Link (Henfield)11 A Forest, Two Fords & Some Fishing Ponds (Horsted Keynes)12 Ifield Conservation Village, Country Lanes & Green Fields (Faygate)13 Beneath the Downs (Hassocks)14 Woodland & Downs Link (Nuthurst)15 Forest Way & Hidden Enclaves (Forest Row)16 Woods & Ponds of the Upper Weald (Slaugham)17 Windmills on the South Downs (Clayton)18 Woods, Greens & a Windmill (Dial Post)19 Farmland & Villages, Boats & Trains (Chailey)20 Treetops, a Reservoir & Country Estates (Cuckfield)Railway Trails - Downs LinkRailway Trails - Forest WayRailway Trails - Worth WaySeafront Trails - BrightonSeafront Trails - SeafordSeafront Trails - ShorehamAppendix

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Book Synopsis"Cycling Days Out - South East England" is an informative and vibrant guide to the traffic-free family and leisure cycling in Kent, Sussex, Surrey and Hampshire. Written by Deirdre Huston - a keen cyclist and co-author of the popular Cycling in Sussex, "Cycling Days Out" explores tourist trails, country parks, forest riding and much much more. Each area is written up with a detailed introduction, together with comprehensive visitor information, including how to get there - by public transport or car, where to eat and drink, and places of interest. The routes are complemented with a mix of Ordnance Survey and bespoke mapping, together with easy-to-follow directions. The book is finished with stunning action photography throughout. Vertebrate Publishing is one of a new breed of independent publishers, dedicated to producing the very best outdoor titles. We have award-winning and bestselling titles covering a range of activities, including; mountain biking, cycling, rock climbing, hillwalking and others. Our autobiography of British rock climber Jerry Moffatt won the Grand Prize at the 2009 Banff Mountain Book Festival - one of the biggest prizes in publishing in the outdoors, environment and adventure genres.

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Book SynopsisIn the Name of Wild takes you on the five-year journey one family made across five continents to re-imagine the meaning of wildness.Trade ReviewThe Vanninis' findings are surprising and thought-provoking ... This entertaining and educational book takes along not only the family but readers too ... You can enjoy the journey, ponder and philosophize, and then decide what your answer might be. -- Graham Chandler * BC Bookworld *Table of ContentsPrologue1 “Wild” Can Be a Challenging Word: Galápagos2 “Wild” Can Be an Adjective: Tasmania3 Wild Can Be Ephemeral: Aotearoa-New Zealand 4 Wild Can Change: South Tyrol5 Wild Can Be Reimagined: Belize6 Wild Can Be a Foreign Concept: Japan7 Wild Can Be Alive: Patagonia8 Wild Can Be Photogenic: Iceland9 Wildlife Can Be Us: Thailand10 Wild Can Be Someone’s Home: Canada

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Book SynopsisIn this beautifully illustrated treasury, discover 100 beloved and little-known Disney adventures--from labyrinths under Sleeping Beauty's Castle to a dinner club with Walt Disney World’s top chefs to a tour of the Galapagos Islands--that will make for a lifetime of magical, memorable experiences.Wake up to the sight of giraffes grazing outside of your window. Soar 400 feet into the sky on a hot-air balloon ride over Walt Disney World. Watch the Disneyland fireworks from The Tomorrowland Skyline Lounge, far away from the crowds. Taste your way through 11 countries of the world at Epcot’s Food and Wine Festival. Take a jet trip around the world.All these experiences and more bring the magic of Disney alive--and you can find 100 not-to-be-missed adventures in this one-of-a-kind collection. From the most beloved signature experiences--Epcot’s International Flower Show, breakfast with beloved characters at Chef Mickey’s, and gettin

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Book SynopsisConnecting with nature. Back to the real world. That's what this book is all about. From island-hopping in the Isles of Scilly to wild camping along Scotland's Whale Route, Family Wildlife Adventures is full of inspiration for exploring Britain's amazing wildlife with your children. Family travel expert and father of two William Gray has your weekends and school holidays sorted with exciting ideas for adventures by canoe, bike, campervan, boat and more. From time travel along Dorset's Jurassic Coast to canoe-camping in the Norfolk Broads or sea kayaking in the Hebrides, you'll find 50 experiences in this book guaranteed to fuel any child's love of wildlife and adventure. Some of them might reward you with sightings of puffins, otters, eagles or seals. Others may reveal small wonders, like dragonflies, blennies and lizards. But no matter which adventure you choose, you and your family will be transported to one of Britain's special wild places. Armed with all the practical information you need to plan a fun and safe day out, week or weekend away, this Bradt guide has something for all families keen to discover the natural wonders of Britain - and have unforgettable adventures along the way.Trade Review"William Gray possesses that rare gift of being equally at home with a pen and a camera. Lit from within by his abiding passion for the natural world, his words and pictures are guaranteed to appeal to the child in all of us." Brian JackmanTable of ContentsENGLAND Island-Hopping Adventure Cornish Coast Wildlife Safari River Fowey Adventure Foraging along the Devon Coast Lundy Island Adventure Exmoor Pony Trek On the Night Watch Jurassic Coast Adventure New Forest Reptile Ramble Island Campervan Safari Rewilding Safari at Knepp Wildlife Tracking and Bushcraft A Day in the Urban Jungle Wetland Wonders Adventure Cotswold Water Park Safari A Paddle along the River Wye Witness a Murmuration Canoeing on the Broads Seal Spotting in Norfolk Bike Glamping in the Peak District Motorway Stop Safari On the Trail of the Red Squirrel Yorkshire Moors by Rail and Bike Farm and Fell Safari Dark Sky Adventure Farne Islands Boat Trip WALES Gower Coast Adventure On the Trail of the Puffin Cardigan Bay Wildlife Safari On the Trail of the Kite Tree House Adventure Snowdonia Wilderness Adventure Journey to the Edge of Wales SCOTLAND Wild Winter Goose Chase Seeing Red in Galloway Tree Climbing Adventure On the Trail of Leaping Salmon Bass Rock Boat Trip Loch Lomond Farm Adventure Hebridean Island Escape Isle of Islay Adventure Eagle Island Adventure On the Trail of the Otter Sea Kayaking in Arisaig Hike and Kayak on Skye Cairngorms Wilderness Adventure Dolphin Beach Watch Wild Camping on the Whale Trail Western Isles Wildlife Safari Journey to the End of Britain

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Book SynopsisVivienne Crow has chosen 15 of the best short walks around Keswick, Borrowdale and Buttermere for you to explore. Our guide comes with easy-to-read Ordnance Survey maps and clear route descriptions, perfect if you're new to walking or are looking for something you can enjoy with the whole family. We've included information on local beauty spots and tasty refreshment stops, and most of the walks can be completed in under 3 hours. We haven't included any walks with challenging terrain or complicated navigation, and all you'll need to take with you are a waterproof jacket and a pair of comfortable trainers.

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Book SynopsisAn unbeatable, pocket-sized guide to Tallinn, packed with insider tips and ideas, colour maps, top 10 lists, and a laminated pull-out map - all designed to help you see the very best of Tallinn.Take a stroll down Pikk Street, admire medieval treasures at Niguliste Church, explore the traditional Estonian Open-Air Museum by bike or enjoy the atmosphere in the lively Town Hall Square. From the Top 10 pubs and bars, to the Top 10 ways to unwind - discover the best of Tallinn with this easy-to-use travel guide.Inside Top 10 Tallinn:- Easy-to-follow itineraries to help you make the most of your trip- Top 10 lists showcase Tallinn''s best attractions, covering the City Museum, Pikk Street, the City Walls, Dome Church, Museum of Occupations, Kadriog Park and many more- Free laminated pull-out map of Tallinn, plus four colour neighbourhood maps- In-depth neighbourhood guides explore Tallinn''s most interesting areas, with thTrade ReviewThank goodness for Top 10 guides! * Mail on Sunday *

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Book SynopsisThis collection of 20 short, circular walks in Derbyshire and the Peak District was put together with families in mind. Perfect for younger and older walkers, and those looking for a brief excursion, the shortest route is just over 11/2 miles and all are under 4 miles. Explore the woodland, farm fields, reservoirs and, of course, valleys and gorges that make Derbyshire and the Peak District one of the most beautiful and varied places to walk. Fertile plains, limestone dales and rugged moorlands all feature, and there are spectacular views throughout. All walks include parking options, highlights, easy-to-follow numbered directions and suggestions for refreshment stops along the way.Table of Contents1. The Longdendale Valley (33/4 miles) 2. Hayfield - In the Footsteps of the Kinder Trespass (4 miles) 3. Exploring Combs (21/2 miles) 4. Solomon's Temple & Buxton Country Park (11/2 miles) 5. Edale & the Nab (21/2 miles) 6. Castleton - Caverns, a Castle & a Crushing Circle (3 miles) 7. Hathersage & North Lees (4 miles) 8. Monsal Head & Wye Dale (13/4 miles) 9. Longstone Edge (3 miles) 10. Eyam - To the Moon and Back! (31/4 miles) 11. Troway & the Moss Valley (3 miles) 12. Birchen Edge - Nelson's Monument & the Three Ships (2 miles) 13. Chatsworth - A River Ramble (21/2 miles) 14. Stanton Moor - Nine Ladies, a Cork Stone & a Druid (21/2 miles) 15. Hartington & Beresford Dale (3 miles) 16. Dovedale & Thorpe Cloud (2 miles) 17. A Tour of Tissington (2 miles) 18. Crich Stand & the Cromford Canal (31/4 miles) 19. Shipley Country Park (21/2 miles) 20. Calke - Ponds, Pastures & Woodlands (21/2 miles)

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Book SynopsisDiscover a Mediterranean holiday destination like no other. Cyprus is yours to explore!The legendary birthplace of Aphrodite, Cyprus is a small island brimming with culture and soaked in perpetual sunshine! Whether your visit is short or long, this travel guide to Cyprus will help you plan an unforgettable trip.With a new lightweight format, this Cyprus travel book is perfect for your pocket or bag when you’re on the move. Inside, you’ll find:    • Seven easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend or a week.    • Detailed Top 10 lists of Cyprus’s must-sees, including comprehensive descriptions of Cyprus Museum, Nicosia, Ayia Napa, Pierides Museum, Larnaka, Ancient Amathous, Historic Limassol and Kourion.    • Cyprus’s most interesting areas, with the best places for hiking, going out and sightseeing.    &bu

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Book SynopsisTravel is good for us. It makes us happy!Escape more, celebrate more, "weekend" more with DK travel guides and create memories that last a lifetime.Each of our books is jam-packed with gorgeous pictures, helpful maps and expert insights, making them totally comprehensive, really easy to use, and full of ideas and inspiration. And we know what we're doing we've been publishing guides for over 30 years. So forget the ordinary. Travel extraordinary.Trade Review"Known… for its four-color maps, photos and illustrations, the [DK] Eyewitness Guides are extremely user-friendly for travelers who want their information delivered in a concise, visual way." — Chicago Tribune"The best option… Color photos, maps, and diagrams bring the place to life." — The Philadelphia Inquirer

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Book SynopsisActive, happy kids make the best holiday companions, and this colourful book is brimming with great campsite-based ideas to keep the little ones interested, entertained - and even a little challenged - from dawn until dusk.Trade Review'...packed full of hundreds of inventive, practical ways to make sleeping out even more fun...';The Green Parent Magazine

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Book SynopsisFeatures 30 of the best child-friendly campsites and caravan parks in Scotland, provides essential information as well as all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Scottish camping experience, whatever the weather!

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Book SynopsisAdd fun and sweetness to bedtime by celebrating the heartfelt activities of Valentine’s Day with a panda bear family. With this nighttime board book from bestselling author Amy Parker and award-winning illustrator Virginia Allyn, children will say good night to their favorite parts of the holiday and their loved ones as they settle down for a peaceful sleep.Night Night, Valentine is a seasonal addition to the popular Night Night line of storybooks and features a sparkly cover. Join a cuddly little panda as he enjoys all the ways to celebrate Valentine''s Day: hanging decorations, baking treats, crafting heart-shaped cards, and savoring the warmth of a loving hug.This read-aloud board book for kids ages 0 to 4 years features rhyming text and charming artwork of animals relaxes children before they go to sleep at naptime or bedtime gently reminds children that all good things come from a loving Heavenly Father

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