This savvy book is both fun to read and loaded with essential information for everyone headed to the Eastern Sierra: rock-climbing 20somethings to car-camping seniors, skiing families to fishing buddies, backpacking adventurers to spa-loving sybarites. Mammoth from the Inside provides readers with in-the-know reviews of the best places to stay, camp, eat, snowboard, hike, fish, bike and play in this mountain paradise. It's also full of great tips: where to rent and buy gear, how to find a babysitter, where to find Mammoth's best margarita, how to avoid speeding tickets on the 395, how to prevent altitude sickness, where to find a romantic cabin and much, much more.

England's greatest county boasts an incomparable range of iconic features, set within such diverse regions as the Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors, South Pennines and Yorkshire Wolds. This new title is a celebration on foot of the glorious landmarks of Yorkshire, with the principle feature being that all walks are between 2 and 3 undemanding miles in length. These modest distances offer a perfect stroll for families, casual walkers and all who want to enjoy a leisurely exploration of outstanding country landscapes. 50 illustrated strolls lead through stunning landscapes to explore Aysgarth Falls, Ilkley Moor, Robin Hood's Bay, MalhamCove, Haworth, Rievaulx Abbey, Standedge Tunnel, Richmond Castle, Brimham Rocks, the White Horse of Kilburn, Ribblehead Viaduct, Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Whitby, Studley Royal, Goathland and York - to name but a few. Over 100 colour photographs depict features and landscapes along the routes. YORKSHIRE'S LANDMARKS.... in bite-size walks

Nestled in a spectacular botanical garden with stunning views on the Mediterranean, the idyllic Hôtel du Cap- Eden-Roc has attracted scintillating international guests for 150 years.

First created in the nineteenth century as a retreat for artists and writers, the Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc at Cap d’Antibes continues to captivate an international clientele as an exclusive retreat today. The tropical paradise attracted writers of the Lost Generation such as Ernest Hemingway and F. Scott Fitzgerald, whose Tender is the Night was set at Eden Roc. Artists―including Monet, Matisse, Chagall, Picasso, Damien Hirst, and Bernar Venet―have drawn inspiration from the enchanted setting and its lush botanical gardens. Master photographers such as Jacques Henri Lartigue and Slim Aarons famously captured guests splashing in the Mediterranean or lounging in the sun next to the iconic seawater swimming pool carved in the basalt cliff.

The secluded resort, located between Nice and Cannes, has always been a favorite haven on the French Riviera for A-list celebrities―from Marlene Dietrich to Orson Welles, and from John Lennon and Yoko Ono to Sharon Stone―during the Cannes film festival, and for secluded family holidays, ideal for unwinding at the green and white seaside cabanas where time stands still, sampling the bar’s iconic Bellinis, or enjoying the creative locally-sourced cuisine. The hotel’s long and fascinating history is full of romance, humor, mystery, and legend.

Built on one of the most alluring sites on the Rivera, the Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc is the epitome of beauty, timeless elegance, and discretion, and has been a home away from home for generations of artists, photographers, authors, politicians, and Hollywood stars.

From legendary barbecue to famous blues, soak up the best of Bluff City with Moon Memphis. *See the Sites: Immerse yourself in history at the National Civil Rights Museum or the Stax Museum of American Soul Music. Pay respects to the King at Graceland, take an evening stroll down Beale Street where the Memphis blues were born, and watch the march of the ducks at the elegant Peabody Hotel *Get a Taste of the City: Feast on world-famous barbecue, fried chicken, and catfish, savour a homemade plate lunch with cornbread and fried green tomatoes, or opt for a multi-course meal at one of Memphis's classic steakhouses *Bars and Nightlife: Listen to live blues at B.B. King's, tour a brewery and sample a flight, and dance the night away at an old-school juke joint *Honest Advice from Tennessean Margaret Littman on the real Memphis, from local businesses to historic hotspots *Flexible, strategic itineraries including a five-day best of Memphis and tours of the art scene and Civil Rights history, plus day trips to the Mississippi Blues Trail, Tupelo, Little Rock, Hot Springs National Park, and more *Tips for Travellers including where to stay, how to safely bike the city, and more, plus advice for LGBTQ visitors, international travellers, and families with children *Maps and Tools like background information on the history and culture of Memphis, easy-to-read maps, full-colour photos, and neighbourhood guides from Downtown to Soulsville With Moon Memphis's practical tips and local know-how, you can experience the best of the city. Hitting the road? Try Moon Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trip or Moon Nashville to New Orleans Road Trip. Exploring more of the Volunteer State? Check out Moon Tennessee.

Deep in the desert of Jordan lies the hidden city of Petra, one of the greatest marvels of the ancient world. Carved from rose-red rock, Petra's monuments, dwellings and temples were for centuries the centre of a splendid civilization. Later the city fell into ruin and its location was lost, until the Swiss explorer Johann Burckhardt rediscovered it in 1812. Petra's mysterious beauty and dramatic story have long captivated the imaginations of historians and art lovers. Excavations by the authors Christian Auge and Jean-Marie Dentzer provide new information about this unique city.

Winner of the Edward Stanford Travel Memoir of the Year 2020

How does a sushi bar explain a Japanese poem?

Why do Japanese couples plan matching outfits for their honeymoon?

Why are so many things in Japan the opposite of what we expect?

After thirty-two years in Japan, Pico Iyer knows the country as few others can. In A Beginner's Guide to Japan, he dashes from baseball games to love-hotels and from shopping malls to zen temple gardens to find fresh ways of illuminating his adopted home. Playful and surreptitiously profound, this is a guidebook to a Japan few have ever seen before.

'Rarely in any writing on Japan is provocation so elegantly and surgically performed' Financial Times

Explore iconic San Francisco, stroll along foggy coastal cliffs, or climb the peaks of the Sierra Nevada: Answer the call of the open road with Moon Northern California Road Trips. -Pick Your Road Trip: Find flexible getaways throughout NorCal, like three-day routes through Wine Country, Lake Tahoe, Monterey and Big Sur, and more, or combine them for an epic 21-day driving tour - Eat, Sleep, Stop and Explore: With lists of the best places for hikes, wine-tasting, water sports, and more, you can take on the steep streets of San Francisco, sample wine at its source in Sonoma, and pitch a tent in the pines of Yosemite. Spot whales in Bodega Bay, hike through towering redwoods or up to the peak of Mount Lassen, and raft down the Sacramento River - Maps and Driving Tools: Easy-to-use maps keep you oriented on and off the highway, along with site-to-site mileage, driving times, detailed directions, and full-color photos throughout - Local Expertise: Northern Californians Stuart Thornton and Kayla Anderson share their tips on where to stop and what to see - How to Plan Your Trip: Know when and where to get gas and how to avoid traffic, plus tips for driving in different road and weather conditions and suggestions for LGBTQ travelers, seniors, travelers of color, and road-trippers with kids - Coverage of San Francisco, Wine Country, the Sonoma and Mendocino Coasts, the North Coast and Redwoods, Shasta and Lassen, Lake Tahoe, the Eastern Sierra Lakes, Yosemite National Park, Monterey and Big Sur, and Ashland, Oregon With flexible itineraries for weekend getaways and practical tips for driving the full loop, Moon Northern California Road Trips gets you ready to fill up the tank and hit the road. Looking to explore more of America on wheels? Try Moon Southern California Road Trip

Discover Shakespeare's life and works in this fascinating three-dimensional pocket guide. Bring the Bard's works to life in this three-dimensional expanding pocket guide, which unfolds to a length of 1.5 metres. The first side features Shakespeare's most famous plays including Hamlet, Twelfth Night, Romeo and Juliet, Midsummer Night's Dream, Macbeth and Henry V. The second side features the most important places in Shakespeare's life, including the house where he was born in Stratford-upon-Avon, Anne Hathaway's Cottage, Mary Arden's Farm, Nash House, the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Globe. Beautifully illustrated and presented in a slipcase, this is the perfect gift or souvenir for Shakespeare lovers of all ages.

In early May 1864 Union armies left their winter encampment near Chattanooga, Tennessee, and began a march to Atlanta. Four months later -- on September 3 -- William T. Sherman wired Abraham Lincoln, "Atlanta is ours, and fairly won!"

The fall of Atlanta was not just one more Union victory. It was pivotal to the outcome of the entire Civil War and also to Lincoln's reelection. With the fall of Atlanta, Confederate morale plummeted. The South's most significant manufacturing center was destroyed, and its primary railroad connections were cut. The destruction of Atlanta was not just a Union victory over one city, but a key to the end of the war.

Fields of Glory traces the story of the campaign from the Tennessee border through the heart of Georgia to Jonesboro. Included is a series of driving tours that enable readers to see firsthand the battlefields and important sites of the campaign.

Also included are more than 85 illustrations, 25 original maps, a lively history of the campaign, fascinating tours of the battlefields, articles on military strategy, biographies of generals, the chronology of key battles and important events, sources for additional travel information, a bibliography, and an index.

"In General Sherman's mind, " Jim Miles explains, "before the Civil War could be brought to a victorious conclusion, Atlanta had to be destroyed and the Confederacy denied its products. From that day, Atlanta was a doomed city."

Challenge yourself with number puzzles The latest volume in the hugely popular Killer Su Doku series from The Times, featuring the highest-quality puzzles with an extra element of arithmetic. These puzzles will test your skills to the limit, adding the challenge of arithmetic and taking Su Doku to a new and even deadlier level of difficulty. The puzzles use the same 9x9 grid as Su Doku but with an added mathematical challenge. The aim is not only to complete every row, column and cube so that it contains the numbers 1-9, it is also necessary to ensure that the outlined cubes add up to the same number as well. With 200 new Moderate, Tricky, Tough and Deadly Killer Su Doku puzzles, there is no chance to ease yourself in with simple puzzles. These puzzles are for those who like to live dangerously and push beyond their mental comfort zone.

Hit the beach, hike hidden trails, or soak up some desert sun: the outdoor adventures are endless with Moon Southern California Road Trips - Pick Your Road Trip: Find flexible getaways throughout SoCal like three-day routes up the coast, through Death Valley, Ojai, and more, or combine them for an epic two-week driving tour - Eat, Sleep, Stop and Explore: With lists of the best beaches, hikes, wineries, and more, you can tour backlots in Los Angeles, feel like a kid again at Disneyland, and feast on tacos and craft beer in San Diego. Climb Joshua Tree's rock formations to stunning views, ski and surf in the same day, and get a taste of the laidback lifestyle in Santa Barbara and Palm Springs - Maps and Driving Tools: Easy-to-use maps keep you oriented on and off the highway, along with site-to-site mileage, driving times, detailed directions, and full-color photos throughout - Local Expertise: San Diego native, brew enthusiast, and avid surfer Ian Anderson shares his tips on where to stop and what to see - How to Plan Your Trip: Know when and where to get gas and how to avoid traffic, plus tips for driving in different road conditions and suggestions for LGBTQ travelers, seniors, travelers of color, and road-trippers with kids - Coverage of Los Angeles, Disneyland, beaches from Malibu to La Jolla, San Diego, Anza Borrego State Park, Palm Springs & Joshua Tree, Route 66, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, and Hearst Castle, plus Las Vegas With flexible itineraries for weekend getaways and practical tips for driving the full loop, Moon Southern California Road Trips gets you ready to fill up the tank and hit the road. Spending more time in the city? Check out Moon 52 Things to Do in Los Angeles. Want to extend your adventure? Check out Moon Northern California Road Trips.

Is there anything new to say about Robert Burns? John Cairney says it's time to trash Burns the Brand and come on the trail of the real Robert Burns. He is the best of travelling companions on this entertaining journey to the heart of the Burns story. Internationally known as 'the face of Robert Burns', John Cairney believes that the traditional Burns tourist trail urgently needs to find a new direction. In an acting career spanning forty years he has often lived and breathed Robert burns on stage. On the Trail of Robert Burns shows just how well he has got under the skin of Burn's complex character. This fascinating journey around Scotland is a rediscovery of Scotlands national bard as a flesh and blood genius. On the Trail of Robert Burns outlines five tours, mainly in Scotland. Key sites include: Alloway - Burn's birthplace. Tam O' Shanter draws on the Alloway Kirk witch-stories first heard by Burns in his childhood; Mossgiel - Between 1784 and 1786 in a phenomenal burst of creativity Burns wrote some of his most memorable poems including "Holy Willie's Prayer" and "To a Mouse"; Kilmarnock - The famous Kilmarnock edition of "Poems Chiefly in the Scottish Dialect" published in 1786; Edinburgh - Fame and Clarinda (among others) embraced him; and Dumfries - Burns died at age 37. The trail ends at the Burns mausoleum in St Michael's churchyard.

Gail Muller was told she'd be in a wheelchair by the age of forty. At forty-one she set out to hike one of the world's toughest treks, The Appalachian Trail - a 2,200-mile journey that would help her reclaim her life and heal her mind and body. An inspiring, moving and uplifting memoir for fans of Cheryl Strayed's Wild and Elizabeth Gilbert's Eat, Pray, Love. As Gail took her first steps through the wilderness of the USA, she had no idea what lay ahead of her, but she knew she felt burnout from city life, lost and broken - ready to heal a mind and body that she had battled with for so long. From the resilience-building mountain climbs, painful injuries and harsh reality of braving the raw elements, to the unexpected friendships forged with other hikers and the kindness of strangers offering food and shelter - with every step, Gail started to let go of a past dominated by chronic pain and reconnected with herself in a way she'd never been able to before. A love letter to the healing power of the wild outdoors and an incredible testament to the strength of the human spirit, Gail's story is for anyone who has ever felt stuck in a rut, lost or scared. She shows us that even in our darkest times, it's possible to find our inner grit, face our fears and feel hopeful. Read what everyone is saying about Unlost: 'Amazing!... OMG! I really loved your book!... I'm not a crier, but your last chapter had me almost in tears. So (wonderfully) emotional.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars 'Had me hooked from the beginning...This book is for so many people...it's fun and interesting and the various trail families and characters are terrific... a gem of a book.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'I found myself holding my breath... I felt like I was right there with her.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars 'Inspirational... made me snort or chuckle - or suck in my breath. I read the book in more or less a day - I just had to consume it... a joy to read.' NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars 'Gail writes with humour, heart and passion.' Giovanna Fletcher, Sunday Times #1 bestselling author 'I loved this book so much. I was so invested from the very start... Was sad for this one to end! Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'Loved this open and honest book! It was so raw and real you feel like you get to know the author like a friend. I loved hearing about her adventures and life.' Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars 'Inspiring... illustrates the power of the great outdoors and the positive effects it can have on body and mind.' Jordan Wylie, Adventurer and Bestselling Author

Return Again to the Scene of the Crime is the sequel to the 1999 bestseller Return to the Scene of the Crime. Revisiting the neighborhoods of Chicago and its adjoining suburbs, Return Again... probes deeper into old mysteries and provides fascinating glimpses of notorious crime scenes.

Here again are the uncensored tours of the back alleys and boulevards where crime, scandal, natural disasters, and mayhem occurred. Organized neighborhood by neighborhood, it retraces the steps of a rogue's gallery of murderers, con men, wise guys, anarchists, kidnappers, bad cops, and crooked politicians. Return Again... examines such stories as:
-- the baffling mystery surrounding the murder of wealthy Chicago candy heiress Helen Voorhies Brach in 1977. Was it the gardener who lured her out of her lush Glenview estate to a rendezvous with death? Was it the aging gigolo Richard Bailey? Why wasn't her body ever found?
-- the 1982 murder of Dianne Masters, married to a corrupt mob attorney, that exposed the seamy underbelly of the affluent South Suburbs.
-- the sensational peacock case of 1936, a slaying of a well-to-do North Side physician randomly selected for murder by a gang of boys drawing names from a telephone book.
-- the Mob's greatest hits...and misses down through the years.
-- the case of Thomas Neill Cream, 1880, the famous Gaslightera poisoner who drifted to Chicago from London and was freed by a city magistrate to kill again, returned to London, and allegedly reinvented himself as Jack the Ripper.
-- the POW camp in suburban Des Plaines, in which German prisoners of war were housed from 1942 through 1945.

Return Again to the Scene of the Crime is destined to become aninvaluable reference book on Chicago for many years to come.

Return again to the scene of the crime and visit the secret hideouts of Nazi saboteurs, anarchist plotters, charlatans, fakers, gangsters, and even a love-sick matron dubbed the "Torso Killer." See up close the murdering matrimonial bluebeard Johann Hoch and probe the unsolved mysteries surrounding the disappearance of candy heiress Helen Brach, the sinking of the "Christmas Tree Ship," and dozens of famous gangland "rubouts." This sequel to the best-selling Return to the Scene of the Crime is a provocative travel guide and road map pointing toward more dark and unexplored corners of the Windy City and its surrounding suburbs. The bizarre, the unexpected, and the offbeat are viewed through a kaleidoscope of colorful Chicago neighborhoods populated by outrageous characters. Crime scenes are presented in "then-and-now" perspective with running commentary on the history of the city. Included in the neighborhood tours is a unique collection of side trips--shorter, lighter historical vignettes that spirit out-of-towners to places of interest in Chicago that are not necessarily infamous. Once you have read this guidebook, you will want to return to the scene of the crime, again and again.

A guide to the best places to enjoy the local Scottish cuisine and where to rest for the night along the famous North Coast 500. Elemental, enchanting and inspiring, the NC500 is Scotland’s most popular touring route, a stunning 500 mile loop around Northern Scotland. This unique guide makes sure that at every stage and stop of the way, you will find the most creative chefs, the best hotels, the cosiest pubs, the best local foods and the most acclaimed destinations. In this guide you’ll find: • Overview maps of the NC500 route, broken down into six regions • Beautiful full-colour photos taken along the route • what3words geocode system used to specify exact locations of places to eat and stay • A guide to pricing at each of the venues • Information on dietary options, wheelchair access, pet friendly spots, electric vehicle charing points, WiFi, and places with NC500 member perks Researched and written by travel bloggers, Campbell Kerr and Gemma Spence. The ultimate guide to where to eat and stay along Scotland’s ultimate touring route.

What makes Nicolas Bouvier such a well?loved travel writer is his exquisite sensitivity to the beauties of life, and his ability to capture those elusive moments in a style that is light, yet pregnant with wonder. Whether he s delirious in the wintery Aran Isles, where the air `unites the virtues of champagne, cocaine, caffeine, and the ecstasy of love or singing the praises of his Chinese tour guide, this collection of his shorter travel pieces brims with his particular joie de vivre.