Travel & Transport Books

Book SynopsisLet Marco Polo Gran Canaria guide you around this beautiful Canary Island. Enjoy the best Gran Canaria experiences, see the top 10 sights and uncover the hidden gems and little-known secrets with this pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Let Marco Polo show you all that Gran Canaria has to offer.

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Book SynopsisOur significant dead and mortality moments are remembered at dark tourism sites, where complex issues of politics, history and ethics are exposed. This first-ever travel guide to dark tourism in England offers a thought-provoking compendium of difficult heritage. We remember the dead or acts of suffering through 'heritage that hurts'. This book explores infamous acts as well as obscure dark tourism sites lost to memory. Each site is challenged by its history and its political discourse and questions are raised as to how we remember our tragic past. Each site also has ethical issues that need to be addressed and confronted and visiting these sites are often fraught with moral dilemmas. 111 Dark Places in England That You Shouldn't Miss will help shine light on dark tourism and inherent complex issues associated with commemorating our dead. Dark tourism is politically vulnerable and ethically laden with moral commentary. This book attempts to be authoritative yet accessible in exploring sites of pain and shame.

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Book SynopsisHighly tear-resistant and 100% waterproof map "Ukraine" from the series world mapping project, published by Reise Know-How Verlag. Travel know-how maps are characterized by particularly stable plastic paper, which is writable like paper, even with pencil. The cardboard envelope is removable, so the card can be easily inserted into any pocket. A protective cover is not required. The cartographic representation focuses on the most important information for travelers and is particularly easy to read. Instead of shading, colored height layers are used. Equipment: - Contour lines with altitude indications; - Coloured elevation layers; - Classified road network with distance indications; -Sights; - Detailed location index; - GPS-accurate; - latitude and longitude; - Five-language legend (german, English, French, Spanish, Russian); - All place names also in Cyrillic script. Handy format: 70x100 cm, printed on 2 sides. Languages: English, French, German, Russian, Spanish

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Book SynopsisProving there is more to Zurich than banking, clean streets and punctuality, this explorer's guide shows a very different side to the Swiss city. An illustrated guide to over 80 fascinating and unusual historical sights in Switzerland's largest city. Roman ruins and medieval walls, curious museums and secret gardens, quirky shops and converted factories. From Roman Turicum and the Old Swiss Confederacy to the Helvetic Republic and the Industrial Revolution. Locations include the home of FIFA, an elephant in the woods, the emperor's paddle steamer, and the original Dark Restaurant. Also Coffee with Lenin, the forgotten Mrs. Einstein, in the footsteps of James Joyce, and a martyr to the Reformation. Set off on your own urban expedition with the Only In Guides! These ground breaking city guides are for independent cultural travellers wishing to escape the crowds and locals keen to learn more about where they live. Unique locations, hidden corners and unusual objects.Trade ReviewThis book has helped me to see Zurich through a fresh lens. - Reader Review;The Only In Guides help passionate travellers uncover the hidden treasures of a city, sending them home with indelible memories - Timeless Travels magazine;In a world where places become ever more similar, it is an absolute joy to stumble on the 'Only In' Guides. The author brings to the series the gaze of the enquiring outsider. A refreshing alternative to the prevailing tide of uniformity favoured by too many travel guides - Hidden Europe magazine

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Book Synopsis"...a charming, beautiful and extremely aesthetically pleasing travelogue." —Roger Lush, Amateur Photographer “Stunning photography.” —Outdoor Photography What does winter look like in the far north? According to the clichés: as dark and cold as a refrigerator. And yet it is precisely in these wintertime months that photographer Michael Königshofer picks up his camera and heads to the Arctic Circle! In this rich and original photo book, the Scandinavia-savvy Austrian captures much more than the clichéd images of the Northern Lights. With an eye on the coexistence of nature and culture, Königshofer explores how lives are lived in this intense and extreme environment, from the traditional ivory carver in Greenland to the ice surfer in the North Cape. The result is an authentic portrait of Scandinavian life, showing a whole new side to life up north. Text in English and German.Trade Review"Cold enough for you? If not, you could always go on a trip with Michael Konigshofer who has a real penchant for a northern winter. Between 2016 and 2020 he visited Norway, Sweden, Iceland, Greenland and the Faroe Islands (Scotland, too, to be fair) in a bid to experience – and capture in photographs – a true northern winter." - Teddy Jamieson, Herald Scotland"Showcasing the natural wonders - alongside the people that inhabit them - of the far North (including Scotland), this is a charming, beautiful and extremely aesthetically pleasing travelogue." - Roger Lush, Amateur Photographer"In spite of claiming to be always cold in spite of multiple socks and the thermostat pushed as far as it can go, Austrian photographer Michael Konigshofer finds it hard to resist the allure of a northern European winter." - Strong Words“Stunning photography” - Outdoor Photography

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Book Synopsis150 Gardens You Need to Visit before You Die profiles a selection of the most beautiful gardens in the world, renowned for their exceptional flora, imaginative designs, and inspiring locations. From Kew Gardens in London to the Singapore Botanical Gardens, and from Monet’s garden at Giverny to the Zen garden of the Ryōan-ji Temple in Kyoto, this handsomely bound book captures in words and images the most notable features of these 150 glorious, not-to-be-missed gardens. An essential bucket list book for garden lovers!Trade Review"Here's hoping for time to visit them all!" - Good Housekeeping UK

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Book SynopsisEach walk features a simple-to-follow route profile and accompanying description and pictures, and new-look walk mapping that makes it easier for the user to focus on the route and the points of interest along the way.

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Book SynopsisFor better adventures, use the best map. Mallorca Super-Durable Map and Bird Watching Guide combines the latest island map with a full colour Bird Watching Guide. Navigate to your destination then turn over your map to identify the birds you see there.Mallorca Super-Durable Map is a large (125k) scale topographical map of the island detailing all the major, secondary and minor tarmacked roads plus walking trails suitable for bird watching. Printed on a 840mm by 640mm Super-Durable map sheet which folds to a pocketable 220mm by 120mm using a specialist 'concertina map' fold which ensures easy opening, and more importantly easy refolding. Super-Durable Maps come with a 2 year adventurous use wear and tear guarantee, see Discovery Walking Guides website for details. Altitude background colouring clearly shows the altitude range when travelling around the island. 100 metre contours compliment the altitude colouring along with a large number of individual height points. Our useful symbol range includes miradors, picnic areas, petrol stations, bar/restaurants and parking areas where you can pull off the road safely; plus all of Mallorca's golf courses.All of the suggested Bird Watching Sites are clearly highlighted along with the top beaches from Tripadvisor. Mallorca Bird Watching Guide is on the reverse of the map sheet detailing 51 bird species complete with full colour picture, ID Guide, characteristics and location, for all of the species featured. Suggested Bird Watching Sites are detailed and these are highlighted on the map sheet. Simply use the map to arrive at your bird watching site of choice, then turn the map over to start identifying the birds you see at that location. Mallorca Bird Watching Records Sheets are available as a free pdf download from the Discovery Walking Guides website along with gps waypoint files for all of the Suggested Bird Watching Sites in a range of file formats including Points of Interest (POIs) for SatNav users. In use maps have a very tough life so you will appreciate our specialist concertina map fold that allows you to quickly open the map, and more importantly fold it back up to its pocket size after use.Our Super-Durable Maps are printed with 100% oxygenation inks on Polyart by the UK's leading map printer, which produces a map that feels like silk but will stand up to the roughest treatment of outdoor adventuring and yet fold up like new at the end of your adventure.Polyart is made of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and is therefore 100% recyclable in category 2 HDPE. For more information see the Polyart website. A digital Custom Map edition of Mallorca Super-Durable Map is available as a free download from the Discovery Walking Guides website. This is a medium resolution (200dpi) kmz file of the printed map for use on Garmin gps units and in Garmin Basecamp and Google Earth software.

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Book SynopsisFollowing the limestone escarpment on the Western edge of the Cotswolds, the 102 miles of the Cotswold Way take the walker through a quintessentially English landscape as varied as it is beautiful. Starting and finishing among the golden Cotswold stone of Chipping Camden and Bath, and affording stunning prospects of the Malvern Hills, the Forest of Dean and even the Black Mountains in Wales, it winds through rolling farmland, magnificent beech woodlands, and up over the austerely beautiful Cleeve Hill with its panoramic views out over Cheltenham and far beyond. With a wealth of historic interest, from Neolithic burial mounds to Roman villas and country houses, this is genuinely a walk through the heart of England.

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Book SynopsisNashville and the people who love her now get a highly curated and stylish guidebook of more than 150 outings in and around Nashville to inspire romance and adventure.This third entry in the Book of Dates series reveals secret spots, beloved locales, and unexpected destinations in the land of Dollywood.Creative, cheeky, and curated with experiences you can't find anywhere else, The Nashville Book of Dates is the ultimate encyclopedia of cool places for Nashvillains (and visitors). It covers everything from the cozy, the dazzling, and the downright kitsch for your special sweetie, whether it's one-hour dates at the hippest restaurants downtown to weekend trips to take in Tennessee's natural splendor. In-the-know authors and tastemakers Eden Dawn and Ashod Simonian will reveal where the cool and quirky go, have a bead on the obscure and fascinating, and are motivating enough to prompt even the most dedicated homebody to head out the door. Discover (or rediscover) this highly curated—possibly even ungoogleable—resource and armchair read for local couples (and singles with friends) interested in learning about off-the-beaten-path things to do, see, and taste.

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Book SynopsisEvery manual is written from hands-on experience gained from stripping down and rebuilding each vehicle in the Haynes Project Workshop. The practical step-by-step instructions and clear photos are easy to follow and provide information on maintenance, servicing, fault finding, the MoT, brakes, electrics and Haynes tips to make many tasks easier.

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Book SynopsisLet Marco Polo Vietnam guide you around this beautiful country.Explore Vietnam with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants, the country''s trendiest places, and get tips on shopping and what to do on a limited budget. There are plenty of ideas for travel with kids, and a summary of all the festivals and events that take place in Vietnam. Let Marco Polo show you all this exotic country has to offer. Let Marco Polo Pocket Guide Vietnam show you around.The Marco Polo Vietnam Pocket Guide covers: Hanoi & The North, Hue & Central Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City & The South. Inside this guide you will find: Insider Tips - discover the hidden gems and little-known secrets that offer a real insight into this wonderful country. Discover how you can support a children''s aid project by staying at a Baguette & Chocolat guesthouse, or where you can ride

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Book SynopsisThis Korea guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground. And this Korea travel guidebook is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet the FSC''s strict environmental and social standards. This Korea guidebook covers: Seoul, Gyeonggi, Gangwon, Gyeongsang, Gyeongsang, Jeolla, Chungcheong, Jeju Island, North Korea.Inside this Korea travel book, you''ll find: - A wide range of sights - Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, family activities or chilled-out breaks- Itinerary examples - created for different time frames or types of trip- Practical information - how to get to Korea,

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Book SynopsisThis Peru guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground. And this Peru travel guidebook is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet the FSC''s strict environmental and social standards.This Peru guidebook covers: Lima; Trujillo; Cusco; the Sacred Valley; the Peruvian Amazon; Tarma and the Central Sierra; Arequipa and Lake Titicaca; Nazca; Huarez and the cordilleras; the south and Ancash coasts.Inside this Peru travel book, you''ll find: - A wide range of sights - Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, family activities or chilled-out breaks- Itinerary examples - created for different time frame

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Book SynopsisPorsche 75th Anniversary: Expect the Unexpected covers the key moments, moves, and cars that make Porsche among the world’s greatest and most storied auto manufacturers.Trade Review"...a book worthy of anyone's bookshelf. We haven't been able to put it down since we got it!" * Mankind Unplugged *Table of ContentsContents Foreword by Hurley Haywood Introduction Pre-History History We’re Racing to Rome in a Beetle? Typ 60 and 64 Wait! Dusio Pays the Ransom? Typ 360 Cisitalia Grand Prix Car I Didn’t See Anything I Wanted Typ 356/1 It’s Better than Repairing Tractors and Manufacturing Well Pumps! Rebirth in Gmünd Porsche’s 356 Was Evergreen—and So Was Its Favorite Color Mass Production in Zuffenhausen Adventures in the Middle Typ 550 to Typ 718 WRS Open-Wheel Triumph and Tribulation Typ 718 to 804 Replace It? Are you Mad? Replace It! It’s Time! Typ 901, 902, 911, 912 Necessity Is the Mother of Invention Typ 904 Carrera GTS and 906 Carrera 6 The 911 Perfected, Polished, and Plenty Potent 911 S, 911 R, 911 RS 911 RSR Is There Room on the Podium? Typ 910, 907, 909, 908 No One Expected the 917 Typ 917 K and L, 917 PA Spyder, 917/10, 917/30 Caught in the Middle Typ 914-4, 914-6, 914-6GT, 916 Exhaust Gas Makes You Go Faster! Turbocharging the 911 Freeing the Whale Group 5 and Group 4 Silhouette Racers There’s a Car in the Museum? Typ 936 I Need Antifreeze with a Porsche? Typ 928, 924, 944, 968 What Do You Mean It Can Stick to the Ceiling? Ground Effects Anyone Bring Sunblock? 911 Cabriolet Open Wheels to New Horizons TAG P01 Leaving Racing to Customers Typ 956, 962 What’s a Supercar? Typ 953, 959, 961, 964 Carrera 2 Taking the Middle Typ 986 Boxster, 987 Cayman Going for Overall Victory. Again. 911 GT1 Water-Cool the 911? Heresy! Typ 996, 997, 991, 992 Porsche’s Building an SUV? Heresy! Cayenne Another Supercar? About Time! Carrera GT And Now a Sedan? Heresy! Panamera Returning to Battle, the Racing Becomes Electric Typ RS Spyder, 918, and 919 Porsche Goes Silent Formula E, Mission E, Taycan, Mission R, Macan Dedication Acknowledgments Index

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Book SynopsisThis Namibia with Victoria Falls guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground. And this Namibia with Victoria Falls travel guidebook is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet the FSC's strict environmental and social standards. This Namibia with Victoria Falls guidebook covers: Windhoek and around, The southwest, The southern Kalahari and the far south, Central-northern Namibia, Central coast, Etosha and the far north, The northeast, Victoria Falls.Inside this Namibia with Victoria Falls travel book, you'll find:- A wide range of sights - Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, family activities or chilled-out breaks- Itinerary examples - created for different time frames or types of trip- Practical information - how to get to Namibia, all about public transport, food and drink, shopping, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, tips for travellers with disabilities and more- Author picks and things not to miss in Namibia - Sossusvlei (Namibian desert), Fish River Canyon, Walvis Bay Lagoon, stargazing, adrenaline sports, Victoria Falls, Craft shopping, Etosha National Park, San Rock Art, Desert wildlife, hot-air ballooning, cruise on the Zambezi - Insider recommendations - tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spots- When to go to Namibia - high season, low season, climate information and festivals - Where to go - a clear introduction to Namibia with key places and a handy overview - Extensive coverage of regions, places and experiences - regional highlights, sights and places for different types of travellers, with experiences matching different needs- Places to eat, drink and stay - hand-picked restaurants, cafes, bars and hotels- Practical info at each site - hours of operation, websites, transit tips, charges- Colour-coded mapping - with keys and legends listing sites categorised as highlights, eating, accommodation, shopping, drinking and nightlife - Background information for connoisseurs - history, culture, art, architecture, film, books, religion, diversity- Essential Oshiwambo, Otjiherero, RuKwangali, siLozi dictionary and glossary of local terms - Free download of the eBook - available after purchase of the printed guidebook to Namibia - Fully updated post-COVID-19The guide provides a comprehensive and rich selection of places to see and things to do in Namibia, as well as great planning tools. It's the perfect companion, both ahead of your trip and on the ground.

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Book SynopsisThis Bath, Bristol & Somerset guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground. And this Bath, Bristol & Somerset travel guidebook is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet the FSC''s strict environmental and social standards. This Bath, Bristol & Somerset guidebook covers: Bath and around, Bristol and around, Wells and the Mendips, Glastonbury and the Somerset Levels, South Somerset, Taunton, Bridgwater and the Quantocks; The coast, Exmoor, East Somerset, Salisbury and Stonehenge.Inside this Bath, Bristol & Somerset travel book, you''ll find: - A wide range of sights - Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, fami

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Book SynopsisAll the information you need to enjoy your mountain trail adventure At 4810m (15,781ft), Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in western Europe, and one of the most famous mountains in the world. The trail (105 miles, 168km) that circumnavigates the massif, passing through France, Italy and Switzerland, is the most popular long distance walk in Europe. The Trailblazer Tour du Mont Blanc guide Includes: 60 maps - 12 town and village plans and 50 large-scale walking maps - at 1:20,000 - showing route times, gradients, where to stay, interesting features. Walking directions, tricky junctions, places to stay and eat, points of interest and walking times are all written onto the maps themselves in the places to which they apply. With their uncluttered clarity, these are not general-purpose maps but fully-edited maps drawn by walkers for walkers Itineraries for all walkers - whether walking the 105 mile (168km) route in its entirety, or sampling the highlights on day walks and short breaks Practical information for all budgets - where to stay (campsites, gites, hostels, B&Bs, lodges and hotels), where to eat, what to see Comprehensive background information - the Alps, flora and fauna, the history of mountaineering and trekking in the region and the conquest of Mont Blanc in 1786 by Bourrit and Balmat Full public transport information - for all access points Climbing Mont Blanc - practical information, guides, the route to the top

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Book SynopsisInside Lonely Planet's Washington, DC Travel Guide: What's NEW in this edition? Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020's COVID-19 outbreak Highlightsand itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Eating & drinking in Washington, DC - we reveal the dishes and drinks you have to try Color maps and images throughout Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politics Over31 maps Covers Upper Northwest DC, Georgetown, Adams Morgan, Dupont Circle, Kalorama, Downtown DC, Penn Quarter, the White House Area, Foggy Bottom, the National Mall, Capitol Hill, Logan Circle, U Street, Columbia Heights, Northern Virginia and more. The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Washington, DC, our most comprehensive guide to Washington, DC, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. Visiting Washington, DC for a week or less? Lonely Planet's Pocket Washington, DC guide is a handy-sized guide focused on the city's can't-miss experiences. Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's USA guide for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer. eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalize your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarksand speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in maps and images Built-in dictionary for quick referencing About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' – New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveler's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' – Fairfax Media (Australia)

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Book SynopsisFrom one of Germany’s most beloved celebrities, a cross between Bill Bryson and Paulo Coelho.     It has sold over 3 million copies and been translated into eleven different languages. Pilgrims have increased along the Camino by 20 percent since the book was published. Hape Kerkeling’s spiritual epiphany has struck a nerve     Overweight, overworked, and physically unfit, Kerkeling was an unlikely candidate to make the arduous pilgrimage across the French Alps to the Spanish Shrine of St. James, a 1,200-year-old journey undertaken by nearly 100,000 people every year. But that didn’t stop him from getting off the couch and walking. Along the way, he began the journal that turned into this utterly frank, engaging book. Simply by struggling with his physical limitations and the rigors of long-distance walking, he discovered a deep sense of peace that transformed his life and allowed him to forgive himself, and others, more readily. He

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Book SynopsisLonely Planet's Puerto Rico is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for popular and lesser-known experiences. Follow Old San Juan's labyrinthine laneways, laze on the sand at Playa Flamenco, or kayak into the bioluminescent bay at Vieques; all with your trusted travel companion.Inside Lonely Planet's Puerto Rico Travel Guide:Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination's best experiences and where to have themItineraries help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interestsLocal insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - whether it's history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politicsEating and drinking - get the most out of your gastronomic experience as we reveal the regional dishes and drinks you have to tryToolkit - all of the planning tools for solo travelers, LGBTQIA+ travelers, family travelers and accessible travelColor maps and images throughoutLanguage - essential phrases and language tipsInsider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spotsCovers San Juan, El Yunque, Luquillo, Fajardo, Culebra, Vieques, Ponce, Arroyo, Guayama, Pozuelo, Rincon, Mayaguez, Manati, Arecibo, Dorado, Caguas, Bosque Estatal de Carite and moreAbout Lonely Planet:Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travelers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet).'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveler's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)

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Book SynopsisLaurens van der Post was fascinated and appalled at the fate of this remarkable people. Ostracised by all the changing face of African cultural life they retreated deep into the Kalahari desert. His fascinating attempt to capture their way of life and the secrets of their ancient heritage provide captivating reading and a unique insight into a forgotten way of life.Trade ReviewThe Lost World of the Kalahari (1958) and The Heart of the Hunter (1961)...are loathed by San scholars and serious ethnologists. But they matter. Van der Post gave a face and a story to a discarded people before anyone else thought to do so. * Guardian *A master storyteller, he had the knack of identifying the significant, poetical image * Sunday Times *

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Book SynopsisAn easy to follow guide to restoring a classic Mazda MX-5/Miata - the world's favourite small sports car. This book takes you step-by-step through choosing a project car, looking the car over, planning the restoration, and buying parts and tools to perform the work. The comprehensive text is fully supported by high resolution photographs, guiding you through stripping the car down, cutting out and repairing rust, restoration of interiors, replacing the hood, refurbishing the underside of the car including the floor pan, suspension, brakes, undersealing, reassembly, replacing the cam belt and waterpump, replacing engine seals and gaskets to cure common leaks. It also provides a guide to handy upgrades as you go along. Whether you are looking to restore to original condition or build an out-and-out track weapon, the techniques described in this book will assist you in getting the right base to start with. The book is based on and actual restoration of a vehicle carried out by the author, with before and after shots.Trade ReviewWhere a typical workshop manual ends, this restoration manual begins ... essential stuff for anyone attempting major work on a first- or second-gen MX-5 for the first time--Classic Car Weekly. This is a timely and practical manual on a car which despite its longevity has hitherto attracted little in the way of background guides or literature--Kieron Fennelly. a book which every MX5 owner will find useful, whether or not a full rebuild is contemplated--Speedscene. with time, space and a copy of this book, you can really get hands-on with the MX-5 at home. Octane (UK) --- From minor repairs to a complete strip-down, this book covers mechanical, body and trim restoration - all made easier by the simple fact that it is often not necessary to repair broken parts as new or good-used replacements are so readily available. Classic Driver. It's a no-nonsense guide to restoring the first two generations of the world's best selling sportswear and is a mine of information. Highly recommended to specialist car enthusiasts. -TKC. It is a great resource. - Classic & Sports Car. This book covers everything you need to know. – Norm Mort, Freelance.Table of ContentsContents 1 Introduction 2 Viewing/Purchasing a car 3 Project Planning Working space Tools Plan of attack 4 How an MX5 is constructed or rather how to take one apart! 5 Repair Techniques Welding Plastic repair Painting/Plating/Undersealing 6 The Strip Down Interior/hood Exterior panel work Mechanicals 7 Body restoration 8 Mechanical restoration 9 Interior restoration 10 Checking the car over pre road test 11 Road test and snagging 12 The finished product

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Book SynopsisWould you love to buy the original Porsche 356, but are scared of owning an expensive lemon? Help is at hand! This is the complete guide to finding the best available example of the classic rear-engined Porsche 356 for a sum you can afford. Insight from real ownership experience is coupled with unparalleled technical knowledge, resulting in the first dedicated guidebook for potential buyers of the Porsche 356. A comprehensive guide, including an inspection checklist that buyers can use when viewing a car, photos of key areas to check, and known issues for each model. Market and value data are also supplied to help give an idea of what a specific Porsche 356 is worth. The guide has an overview of key specifications and potential upgrades. From whether a Porsche 356 is a suitable car for you, to the cost considerations to be taken into account when searching for and viewing a used model, the author aims to arm the prospective buyer with enough knowledge and insight to be able to assess any Porsche 356, and quickly conclude whether to make a purchase. Take the first step towards finding your dream car, by reading this guide today.Trade Reviewa rare resource on these beauties. Auto Express -- Worth buying if you're in the market. Octane (UK) -- a very informative and even entertaining book ... this latest Veloce Guide makes a useful addition to any Porsche enthusiast's library while 356 connoisseurs will still discover details they were unaware of. Kieron Fennelly -- an ideal companion to look for a 356, both informative and complete. 4Legend.com "If you're considering buying one of Porsche's original sports cars, then acquiring a copy of Veloce's Essential Buyer's Guide on the breed first is a wise move ... it's a pretty comprehensive 64 pages of early Porker info" - Classic Car Weekly. '"Porsche 356 - the essential buyer's guide" contains the essential information you can have in your pocket while you're hunting the Porsche 356 of your dreams. Worth the money' - Liebe zu Ihm (love for Porsche) Neat book - tkc (Totalkitcar). Although not large enough to be totally comprehensive, these are inexpensive publications that could save a lot of grief later on! - Classic Driver. this book should be considered essential reading for anyone setting out to buy a Porsche 356 ... This little book is definitely worth having - Ferdinand Porsche Magazine.Table of ContentsContents 1.Is a 356 for you? 2.Cost considerations 3.Living with a Porsche 356 4.Relative values 5.Before you view 6.Inspection equipment 7.Fifteen minute evaluation 8.Key points 9.Serious evaluation 10.Auctions 11.Paperwork 12.What's it worth? 13.Do you really want to restore? 14.Paint problems 15.Lack of use problems 16.The Porsche community 17.Vital statistics Index

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Book SynopsisLet Marco Polo Santorini guide you around this beautiful island. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants and ideas for travel with kids with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Let Marco Polo show you all this idyllic Greek island has to offer

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Book SynopsisJoolz Guides is back taking you on walking tours of the capital via his favourite drinking dens

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Book Synopsis70 years of passion. 70 years, in which the enthusiasm for sporty driving, advanced technology and sensual design has created something very special. Is it a coincidence that more than 70 percent of all Porsche cars ever built are still on the road today? There can only be one answer when you gather together the highlights from seven decades of sports car construction - not in a well-tempered museum, but in the places for which they were created: road and track. What if you had to get a 918 Spyder to Germany via the snowbound passes of northern Italy? What would it be like to rerun the legendary record-breaking lap of the Nordschleife in Stefan Bellof's 956? Can you bring a 906 to the Porsche Rennsport Reunion in Laguna Seca under your own steam? This may sound like a shimmering daydream, but it turns into a tribute to 70 years of brand history, captured in unparalleled images. Text in English and German.

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Book SynopsisA major Channel 4 series and a Sunday Times bestsellerHis journey is 4,250 miles long.He is walking every step of the way, camping in the wild, foraging for food, fending for himself against multiple dangers.He is passing through rainforest, savannah, swamp, desert and lush delta oasis.He will cross seven, very different countries.No one has ever made this journey on foot. In this detailed, thoughtful, inspiring and dramatic book, recounting Levison Wood's walk the length of the Nile, he will uncover the history of the Nile, yet through the people he meets and who will help him with his journey, he will come face-to-face with the great story of a modern Africa emerging out of the past. Exploration and Africa are two of his great passions - they motivate his inquisitiveness and resolution not to fail, yet the challenges of the terrain, the clima

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Book SynopsisIdeal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Iceland, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility. Inside this Iceland travel book, you'll find:- Regional deep dive - coverage of key regions, offering a rich selection of places and experiences, and honest reviews of each one- Itinerary samples - designed for various durations and interests- Practical information - tips on how to get there and get around, use public transport, beat the crowds, save time and money, travel responsibly and more- Expert recommendations - insider advice on where to eat, drink, and stay, alongside tips for nightlife and outdoor activities- Seasonal tips - when to go to Iceland, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip- Must-See pick - a curated selection of not-to-miss sights as chosen by our authors - Blue Lagoon, Askja, Hiking in Hornstrandir, the Sagas, Lake Myvatn, Flatey, Geysir, West Fjords, Thórsmörk National Park, Skaftafell National Park, whale watching- Navigational maps - colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment- Cultural insights - engaging stories delve into the local culture, history, arts and more, enriching your understanding of Iceland- Language essentials - a handy Icelandic dictionary and glossary to help you communicate and connect with locals- Inspiring travel photography - full-colour pictures capture the essence of Iceland, bringing each location to life and fuelling your wanderlust- Bonus eBook - Free download with purchase, offering digital access to our comprehensive guide- Coverage includes: Reykjavík, The West Fjords, Myvatn, Hornstrandir, Thórsmörk National Park, Skaftafell National Park

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Book SynopsisCharles Darwin's account of the momentous voyage which set in motion the current of intellectual events leading to The Origin of Species  When HMS Beagle sailed out of Devonport on 27 December 1831, Charles Darwin was twenty-two and setting off on the voyage of a lifetime. His journal, here reprinted in a shortened form, shows a naturalist making patient observations concerning geology, natural history, people, places and events. Volcanoes in the Galapagos, the Gossamer spider of Patagonia and the Australasian coral reefs - all are to be found in these extraordinary writings. The insights made here were to set in motion the intellectual currents that led to the theory of evolution, and the most controversial book of the Victorian age: The Origin of Species. This volume reprints Charles Darwin's journal in a shortened form. In their introduction Janet Brown and Michael Neve provide a background to Darwin's thought and work, and this edition also includes notTable of ContentsVoyage of the Beagle - Charles Darwin List of maps and illustrationsAcknowledgmentsChronologyIntroductionA note on this editionCharles Darwin's Journal of ResearchesAuthor's prefaceAppendix One: Admiralty instructions for the Beagle voyageAppendix Two: Robert FitzRoy's "Remarks with reference to the Deluge"Biographical guide

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Book Synopsis(Edition updated in 2018) The MICHELIN Eure, Seine-Maritime local map, scale 1/150,000 is the ideal companion to fully explore these French local areas and provides star-rated Michelin tourist itineraries and attractions, as well as impressive 3D relief mapping. MICHELIN local maps are perfect for cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts with over 20 leisure symbols, extensive coverage of cycling paths and nature trails. With MICHELIN local maps, find more than just your way! MICHELIN LOCAL MAPS provide detailed coverage of France are perfect for fully exploring these countries and are also ideal for cyclists. * Impressive & realistic 3D relief mapping * Michelin selected itineraries and must-sees of the area * A clear and comprehensive key with 20 leisure symbols, as well as cycling paths and nature trails. * Star rated tourist sights and attractions cross-referenced with the famous MICHELIN Green Guides. * Plans of main cities and a comprehensive place name index

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Book SynopsisThis re-fuelled edition of our bestselling Harley-Davidson book features 32 new pages and several updated chapters, honouring the Harley in all its facets. Ride through the history of the Milwaukee legend, get up close to its pristine design, and explore the Harley-Davidson lifestyle that sees riders on the beach, the ice, or in the mountains. A must-have book for all who agree with the grandson of company founder, Willie G. Davidson: “On the eighth day, God created Harley-Davidson.” Text in English, French, and German.

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Book SynopsisMGF and TF Restoration Manual provides the MGF or TF owner with a complete workshop guide to mechanical and body restoration for the cars. With the MGF in production between 1995 and 2001, and the MG TF until 2011, many of the cars have survived in a structurally and mechanically sound state, without the huge costs and complications of needing a complete body restoration that is so often the case with pre-1980 MGs. Topics covered include: Model overview and parts supply Workshop safety information. Bodywork [external and subframes]. Trim [including hood problems and replacement]. All mechanical components [including head gasket replacement]. Electrical systems [including security systems]. Modification [cosmetic, mechanical and engine].

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Book SynopsisEdale Skyline Challenge is the most scenic of challenge routes thanks to the ridge line nature of its route. At just over 20 miles with a 10 hour challenge time it is suitable for fit leisure walkers as a great day out in good weather; in bad weather it really is a challenge. Free digital app and gps editions included in your purchase To produce our Edale Skyline Challenge Map first we licence Ordnance Survey 50k scale mapping. Then we double it in size to produce a 25k map. Now the OS map features, text and logos are doubled in size making for a map with outstanding clarity which is easy to read under challenge conditions. The Skyline Challenge Route, with its options, are added and specially highlighted so that the challenge route stands out against the OS background map. Then we add any additional detail you might need. The result is a 600mm by 400mm 25k scale map with outstanding clarity and durability. Our special concertina map fold means the map is easy to unfold and to refold to its pocketable 200mm by 120mm folded size. On the reverse of the map sheet we present our detailed Challenge Route description complete with distances and timings for the sections of the route along with the 44 waypoints which define the challenge. We then print the map design on a 100 micron plastic substrate using a special UV curing inks process on the UK's only press capable of using this latest technology. The result is a lightweight map that is both waterproof and tearproof, and fully recyclable, that will survive anything your Challenge can throw at it and afterwards will fold up like new. In addition to our printed Challenge Map we offer you a choice of free digital editions for use with Viewranger and Locus apps and Garmin software and gps units (including Google Earth). We also include the gpx waypoint file for the 44 waypoints in our detailed route description. See the information on the reverse of the map for details of how to download your free digital edition map and gpx waypoint file. After downloading you will have the complete package of Edale Skyline Challenge Map, choice of digital edition Map and gpx file of the waypoints to aid your navigation.

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Book SynopsisSpecific Models Covered:Jeep 2005-09 covering all models of Jeep Grand Cherokee excluding diesel engines

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