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National Geographic's Trails Illustrated Maps are the most detailed and up-to-date topographic recreation maps available for US National Parks, National Forests and other popular outdoor recreation areas. A necessity for exploring the outdoors, each map is printed on waterproof, tear-resistant material. They also contain key safety and contact information, GPS and compass coordinates, Leave No Trace ethical guidelines and hundreds of points-of-interest, including scenic viewpoints, campgrounds, boat launches, swimming areas, marine sanctuaries and wildlife refuges. Scale : 1:35,000 Flat Size : 965 x 660 mm.
Cotswolds Map and Guide of Places to Visit is the ideal guide to the very best of Cotswolds. From the gorgeous, honey-coloured stone villages to the dramatic rolling hills The Cotswolds are a visual feast. Long, winding lanes connect beautiful villages with excellent pubs and friendly tearooms. This area of outstanding natural beauty is ideal for a day out, weekend away or destination holiday. Our Cotswolds Map & Guide presents the Cotswolds' multiple attractions in an accessible, easy-to-read and follow, format. It is in the format of a fold-out map and has a detailed visitor map on one side and visitor information on the other: Cotswolds Visitor Map An unbelievably detailed map on one side with lots of additional visitor information The ideal scale for touring at 1:126,720 (2 miles to 1 inch) Clear and easy-to-follow cartography also easy to fold and unfold Cotswolds Travel Guide All the information you need is shown on the reverse side of the map ensuring you will see the very best of the Cotswolds The best things to see and do are grouped into the following sections: Main Centres; Towns Villages of interest; Farm and Countryside interests; Birds and wildlife; Train and transport interests; Historic buildings; Gardens; Museums; Art Galleries; Arts and Crafts; Traditional inns with rooms; Pubs; Coffee, delis and teas... Carefully selected scenic drives including the distance and what to see and expect en route Illustrated with full-colour photographs, our renowned map and guide to the Cotswolds will make it easy to plan your trip. It really is the 'go-to' guide and map for the very best of the Cotswolds.
Your hiking and backpacking guide to the PCT In Oregon and Washington, the Pacific Crest Trail winds past rivers, peaks, forests, meadows, fascinating geological formations, and other natural wonders. Let our PCT gurus-Jordan Summers, Jeffrey P. Schaffer, and Andy Selters-help you with everything you need to know about this section of the 2,650-mile trail, which traverses 24 national forests, 37 wilderness areas, and 7 national parks. In Pacific Crest Trail: Oregon and Washington, you'll meet up with the PCT at the California border and hike, climb, descend, and switchback your way to the edge of Canada. Written by accomplished hikers who have each logged over 5,000 trail miles, this book helps you locate the trail and side trips, find water sources, and access resupply routes. Featuring a complete map of the route-in the form of 149 topographic strip maps-Pacific Crest Trail: Oregon and Washington provides rich descriptions of the trail, tips on planning your hike, and information on the region's natural history, geology, and ecology. You'll also get important details on camping, permits, and the best seasons to go. Plan a day hike, a weekend trip, or an ambitious thru-hike. Let's get going. The trail awaits!
"An elegiac prose celebration ...a classic in its genre."-Publishers Weekly In this acclaimed travel memoir, Donald Richie paints a memorable portrait of the island-studded Inland Sea. His existential ruminations on food, culture, and love and his brilliant descriptions of life and landscape are a window into an Old Japan that has now nearly vanished. Included are the twenty black and white photographs by Yoichi Midorikawa that accompanied the original 1971 edition. Donald Richie (1924-2013) was an internationally recognized expert on Japanese culture and film. Yoichi Midorikawa (1915-2001) was one of Japan's foremost nature photographers.
This new, thoroughly updated, third edition of Bradt's Norfolk, part of Bradt's award-winning 'Slow travel' series of guides to UK regions, turns the spotlight on this county of contrasts, from the fine city of Norwich to the watery wilderness of the Broads and the sweeping beaches of the superlative north coast. As well as featuring all the main sights, experienced travel writer and local resident Laurence Mitchell ensures that Bradt's Norfolk covers places and aspects not detailed by other guidebooks and offers a special emphasis on car-free travel, walking (including along several long-distance footpaths), accommodation, local food and pubs. Written in an entertaining style combining personal narrative with authoritative information, this guide brings the county to life through anecdotes and the views of local people. Making a virtue of being selective, the guide points visitors to the cream of the area, but includes the whole of Norfolk from Great Yarmouth and the Broads in the east to the Fens of the far west, from the iconic North Norfolk coast to the Breckland region to the south. Places to eat and drink are selected by the author based upon long-standing knowledge of the area, in particular delving into aspects of regional distinctiveness and character. Characterful market towns, medieval churches and Seahenge (a 4,000-year-old timber circle) feature alongside culturally vibrant Norwich, England's first UNESCO City of Literature, which hosts the acclaimed Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts and the highly rated Norwich and Norfolk Festival. Flora and fauna are also celebrated, the guidebook detailing the many wildlife sites within the county that are home to rare species, including the iconic swallowtail butterfly, while there is new detail on rewilding projects such as Wild Ken Hill, featured on BBC Springwatch and Autumnwatch programmes, seal colonies and the 'Snettisham spectacular' of shorebirds and geese. Hiking and biking, literary and artistic connections, canoeing and water-based activities, local food and drink (including prize-winning vineyards and independent breweries), and all the practical, up-to-date information you could need are included, helping make Bradt's Norfolk the must-have guide for all visitors to this beguiling county.
From Here,You Can't See Paris is a sweet, leisurely exploration of the life of Les Arques (population 159), a hilltop village in a remote corner of France untouched by the modern era. It is a story of a dying village's struggle to survive, of a dead artist whose legacy began its rebirth, and of chef Jacques Ratier and his wife, Nolle, whose bustling restaurant -- the village's sole business -- has helped ensure Les Arques's future. Sanders set out to explore the inner workings of a French restaurant kitchen but ended up stumbling into a much richer world. Through the eyes of the Sanders family, one discovers the vibrant traditions of food, cooking, and rural living, and comes to know the village's history. Whether uncovering the darker secrets of making foie gras, hearing a chef confess his doubts about the Michelin star system, or absorbing the lore of the land around a farmhouse kitchen table after a boar hunt, life in Les Arques turns out to be anything but sleepy.
The three-thousand-year-old rock-cut temples at Abu Simbel and the story of their rescue from the rising waters of Lake Nasser in the 1960s are almost as familiar worldwide as the tale of the gold funerary mask and brief life of the boy king Tutankhamun. Yet although they are among the most celebrated, visited, and photographed archaeological sites in the world, the two temples are among the least understood by the visitor. In this lucidly written, beautifully illustrated guide, Nigel Fletcher-Jones explains the main features of both temples, discusses what they teach us about ancient Egypt during the reign of Rameses II (1265-1200 BC), and illustrates which gods and goddesses were worshipped here. With over 80 new photographs, drawings, and diagrams, and packed with fascinating insights, The Brief Guide to Abu Simbel is an indispensable companion and souvenir to one of the world's great archaeological sites.
There is an otherness to the high desert, something momentous and sacred in the purity of the silence. In this compelling collection of personal essays, award-winning poet and author Ellen Waterston illuminates the people, places, and landscape of Central Oregon’s vast high desert. In Where the Crooked River Rises, Waterston reveals the blessings and challenges of decades spent as a rancher and town resident in a place that “has been, and remains,” her touchstone and crucible. The high desert is Waterston’s teacher, and she describes its lessons with grace and care, inviting readers to look at their own lives through a lens of wide-open spaces, sagebrush and juniper, pumice and rabbit brush.
Old world charm, modern architecture and natural beauty in abundance, Stockholm offers something for everyone - think enchanting historic centre, world class museums, a plethora of superlative restaurants and impeccable style. Make the most of your trip to this ever-evolving city with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Stockholm has to offer and ensuring that you don't miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about. Inside DK Eyewitness Top 10 Stockholm, you will find: - Up-to-date information with insider tips and advice for staying safe. - Top 10 lists of Stockholm's must-sees, including Skansen, The Royal Palace, Drottningholm and Historiska Museet. - Stockholm's most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink and shopping. - Themed lists, including the best museums, parks, restaurants, bars and much more. - Easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week. - A laminated pull-out map of Stockholm, plus six full-colour area maps. Looking for more on Swedish culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness Sweden and DK Eyewitness Stockholm. About DK Eyewitness: At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion.
This book of tourism case studies addresses 20 important themes in tourism at the local, regional, and national levels. Topics include community tourism, tourism impacts, and travel and transportation.
One of seven handy, lightweight, pocket sized map bookscovering the whole of the 870 mile/1400 kilometre Wales Coast Path. This volume covers North Wales from Chester to Bangor and includes enhanced large scale (1:25,000) Ordnance Survey mapping in a handy atlas format, with extracts from large scale Explorer maps 266, 265, 264 and OL17. The official route of the Wales Coast Path is highlighted and on-map symbols show amenities at main towns and villages. There is an introduction and additional useful information.
Now with a fresh design, this fifth edition of the bestselling authoritative guide for hikers in Southwestern Colorado features new and updated trails, clear maps, and beautiful color photographs. Used by beginner and seasoned hikers alike for years now, Hiking Trails of Southwestern Colorado shares the best nature-walking excursions around Durango, Silverton, Vallecito, and the Colorado Trail areas. Taking you everywhere from the refreshing waters of Ice Lakes Basin to the glorious views of Mount Sneffels, this new edition of the guidebook includes: More than 60 trails and climbs plus 12 new hikes, accompanied by corresponding maps and color photographs Distance, elevation, difficulty rating, and duration for each hike General overview of the trail as well as quick but important details on the route Options to other paths and trails for the wandering adventurer Enjoy the natural landscape and wild beauty of Southwestern Colorado with this comprehensive guide to Southwestern Colorado’s favorite trails.
If you could read only one book about Cape Town – to truly understand
it, to glimpse its soul – which would it be?
Brother Victor established a lasting place in the cookbook world with his From a Monastery Kitchen and 12 Months of Monastery Soups, which have sold 1.5 million and 2.5 million copies respectively worldwide. The Pure Joy of Monastery Cooking takes Brother Victor s work a step further with his first fully illustrated cookbook. The meatless recipes collected here capture the essence of culinary and spiritual simplicity as lived at Our Lady of the Resurrection Monastery. And simplicity is here integrated with the virtues of frugality and prudence in a complete cookbook covering appetizers, soups, salads, entrees, crepes, breads, sauces, and desserts. Brother Victor s authentic message of simple elegance provides the perfect culinary approach for today s world. The focus on local ingredients, home cooking, and fine dining is an antidote to the overhyped, overprocessed, and overproduced environment in which we live and eat. Brother Victor s authenticity shines through in his writing and in the gorgeous photographs taken in the pastoral garden of the monastery where he developed these recipes. Every cook and kitchen will delight in these 200+ recipes from Leeks Vinaigrette (notable in light of Brother Victor s renowned vinegars), to an extensive collection of egg and omelet dishes; crepes and pancakes; vegetarian casseroles; pasta, rice, and couscous dishes; vegetable courses; and desserts.
Tired of the same old tourist traps? Whether you're a visitor or a local looking for something different, Wyoming Off the Beaten Path shows you the Equality State you never knew existed. Visit the ghost town of Piedmont, where Butch Cassidy and his boys reportedly buried gold. Enjoy an inspiring view of the second highest peak in Wyoming at the Chapel of the Transfiguration. Or visit the Miners & Stockmans Bar, the state's oldest house of libation. So if you've "been there, done that" one too many times, get off the main road and venture Off the Beaten Path.
Discover the best of Rocky Mountain National Park in this full-color travel guidebook. * Winner - 2022 National Outdoor Book Award (Guidebook) * From hiking to biking to rock climbing, Rocky Mountain National Park is filled with adventures. But without careful planning, a trip can be overwhelming. Rocky Mountain National Park: The Complete Guide helps you make the most of your time in the park. Whatever your interests—hiking to gorgeous alpine lakes, relaxing by beautiful waterfalls, watching sunset above 12,000 feet from Trail Ridge Road, relaxing at a rustic lodge outside the park—this gorgeous travel guidebook puts the best of Rocky Mountain National Park at your fingertips. • Beautiful color photos showcase the park's best viewpoints and destinations. • Fascinating chapters on Geology, History, and Wildlife reveal the story behind the scenery. • Detailed maps make travel planning easy. From incredible day hikes near Bear Lake to multi-day backpacks across the Continental Divide, Rocky Mountain National Park: The Complete Guide is the only guidebook you'll need. Filled with insider tips to save you time and money!
In this 1994 book, Xavier de Planhol and Paul Claval, two of France's leading scholars in the field, trace the historical geography of their country from its roots in the Roman province of Gaul to the 1990s. They demonstrate how, for centuries, France was little more than an ideological concept, despite its natural physical boundaries and long territorial history. They examine the relatively late development of a more complex territorial geography, involving political, religious, cultural, agricultural and industrial unities and diversities. The conclusion reached is that only in the twentieth century had France achieved a profound territorial unity and only now are the fragmentations of the past being overwritten.
Remarkable Road Trips collects over 50 of the most spectacular,
dangerous, and thoroughly memorable road trips from around the world
Entries range from the shortest - the Guoilang Tunnel hewn into the
side of a cliff face in China, to the longest, the Dempster Highway in
desolate stretches of Arctic Canada. |
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