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Don't just see the sights get to know the people. Legend has it
that when Caesar's general arrived on Portuguese soil in the first
century CE, he claimed to have discovered a country blessed with a
mild climate and a beautiful coastline, but whose inhabitants were
ungoverned and ungovernable. Today, the Portuguese are still
impulsive, set in their ways, and resistant to change, yet they are
ever charming, romantic, and nostalgic, with an unshakable loyalty
toward family and friends. Culture Smart! Portugal takes you
beneath the surface of this fascinating country and shows you how
to blend in and make the most of your visit. In these pages, you
will gain insight into Portuguese priorities and learn how to tap
into a helpful and resourceful nature that is often overlooked by
the casual visitor. Beneath a sometimes vociferous manner, the
Portuguese are laid-back and gentle, so slacken your pace, put away
your watch, and enjoy the rich meals, lively festivals, and ancient
traditions of this great land.
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.
Let Secret Brooklyn guide you around the unusual and unfamiliar.
Step off the beaten track with this fascinating Brooklyn guide book
and let our local experts show you the well-hidden treasures of
this amazing city. Ideal for local inhabitants and curious visitors
alike. One of the weirdest and most glorious museums this weird and
glorious city has ever seen", one of only two trees that have been
designated as New York City landmarks, the oldest building in New
York City, the hobbit doors of Dennet Place, a park with only one
tree, learn how to breathe fire, swallow swords, hammer a nail into
your skull and charm a snake, the oldest subway tunnel in the
world, world's smallest Torah, a secret museum built into the
hallway of a Williamsburg apartment, a farm inside Domino Sugar
factory site, world's first commercial rooftop vineyard ... Far
from the crowds and the usual cliches, Brooklyn offers countless
off-beat experiences and is home to any number of well-hidden
treasures that are revealed only to residents and travellers who
find their way off the beaten track. An indispensable guide for
those who thought they knew Brooklyn well or would like to discover
the other face of the city.
Daphne, a young Jewish Greek artist, finds her life under threat
during the Nazi occupation of Athens. In love with her Austrian art
teacher, together they must risk it all to escape his dangerous
brother, an SS officer. Pursued across Greece, their journey ends
on the island of Corfu. In 2023 Liverpool, fine art restorer Flora
is planning her Granny Daphne's 100th birthday. Nearing the end of
her life, Daphne tells Flora of a valuable piece of art from her
youth. A masterpiece which bought her freedom but cost her
everything she held dear. Realising she knows so little about
Daphne's story, Flora heads for Corfu to uncover the shocking
secrets of her family's past.
The latest edition of Philip's France and Spain Road Atlas, in a
handy spiral A4 format, is the must-have atlas for anyone
travelling or driving in these and the adjacent countries including
Belgium, Luxembourg and Portugal. From the market leaders in
European Road Mapping, in addition to the main maps at 1:750,000,
the road network is shown at three supplementary scales from
1:250,000 to 1:3M, with ultra-clear detailed maps for urban areas,
so that you can navigate in this part of Europe with ease. Scenic
routes are highlighted on the road maps, with theme parks and World
Heritage Sites also clearly shown. The maps highlight towns with
low-emission zones and show motorway rest/parking areas, not
forgetting handy listings of top sites to visit and useful ski
resort information. Philip's France and Spain Road Atlas includes:
* Up-to-date driving regulations, including speed limits; * 4 pages
of route-planning maps which enable journeys of over 800 miles to
be planned without turning a page; * 57 pages of clear, detailed
road maps, with scenic routes highlighted and toll, toll-free and
pre-pay motorways all clearly marked; * 6 large-scale urban-area
maps; * 11 city-centre plans marking historic buildings and tourist
attractions, as well as car parks, head post offices and other
facilities; * Listings for ski resorts and top visitor attractions.
Designed specifically to cover almost the entire eighty-five-mile
Columbia River Gorge corridor, this is the only guidebook for the
Gorge with color photographs and color topographic maps. Almost
every waterfall, including secret ones, and nearly every overlook
point, summit, and loop hike within the Gorge is covered in great
detail with specific mileage and compass directions. Author Don
Scarmuzzi personally hiked every single trail several times, and in
opposite directions, on different days of the year, under various
conditions. The book begins by describing geological events that
created the Gorge. The spectacular scenery with the modern day
trail work help to make it a sought-after destination for outdoor
enthusiasts, whether they are tourists or locals, experienced
hikers or newbies. Hikes and walks are seamlessly synchronized with
surrounding hikes to build on one another to create several
different loops. Find more Pacific Northwest trails in Don
Scarmuzzi’s other books, Day Hikes in the Pacific
Northwest and Day Hikes in Washington State.
'Every day is a perfect day to read this.' Shari Low Eleanor
Sharpley has been living a lie... Needing to escape her London life
quickly, Eleanor throws her things into the back of her car, and
heads to her erstwhile best friend Charlie's family farm. But
Charlie isn't there. Instead she finds Charlie's grieving brother
Daniel, her eight-month old daughter Hope (a daughter Eleanor had
known nothing about), and a crumbling and unloved Damson Farm.
Damson Farm lies at the edge of the village of Ferrington, with the
river Maddon flowing at its heart. But Ferrington is a village
divided by more than just a river - it is split in two by an
age-old feud - between the Old Side and the New Side. Eleanor has
run from her problems, straight into a family and a world that has
problems of its own. But Damson Farm has magic too, and as winter
gives way to spring, the old farm starts to come to life under
Eleanor's love and care. The orchard starts to blossom with
daffodils and bluebells, and the sound of bees busy in their hives
fills the warming air. Can Eleanor bring Daniel and the feuding
village of Ferrington back to life too, or will her secrets catch
up with her first? Beth Moran's books are heart-warming, funny, and
completely addictive. Perfect for all fans of Jill Mansell, Julie
Houston, and Jenny Colgan. Praise for Beth Moran: 'Life-affirming,
joyful and tender.' Zoe Folbigg 'Every day is a perfect day to read
this.' Shari Low 'A British author to watch.' Publisher's Weekly
Jewish London is the only travel guidebook that focuses on the
sights, heritage and culture of London's historic and present
Jewish community. Packed with fascinating and practical
information, it features everything for the visitor to London, from
walking tours of historic areas such as the old Jewish East End to
listings of kosher restaurants and shops, and information on
important Jewish Londoners and where they lived, complete with
plenty of specially commissioned maps. It is also an extremely
useful compendium of information for the Jewish resident in London,
listing Jewish cultural and heritage organisations, synagogues,
ritual baths and other important Jewish centres, and a calendar of
Jewish festivals and events in London. The extremely knowledgeable
authors are Jewish historians and tour guides, and their lively,
interesting text is illustrated with brand-new full-colour
photography of the most important Jewish sights.
At the heart of Southeast Asia, the kingdom of Thailand is full of
diversity, created by its long history and successive kingdoms.
Renowned for food, beaches, friendly people and a relaxed
lifestyle, Thailand shows just how much there is to explore. With
40,000 temples throughout the country and 97 per cent of the
population being Theravada Buddhists, the religion pervades
everyday life. From the sophistication of modern Bangkok to the
ruins of the ancient Hindu temples at Prasat Hin Phimai and Muang
Tham, from the beaches of Koh Samui and Cha-am to the mountains of
Chiang Mai to verdant national parks such as Kaeng Krachan,
Thailand tours the country's most interesting destinations, region
by region. Each region of Thailand is very different, from the
mountainous north and northeast, to the historic sites of Sukhothai
and Ayutthaya in the centre, and glorious beaches in the east, west
and south. Thailand is a biodiversity hotspot and the national
parks are a lesser-known delight. Featuring street markets and
floating markets, riding an elephant to travelling by tuk-tuk,
idyllic beaches to ancient cities and historic temples, Thailand is
packed with more than 200 spectacular photographs.
Olaus J. Murie took his first field trip as a biologist to the
Hudson Bay region in 1914, observing the land and the wildlife, and
learning the ways of the native people of the North. Later
expeditions took him to Labrador and many part of Alaska, a land he
came to know well and love deeply. What Murie experienced on these
travels was recorded in the sketchbooks and journal that he always
carried with him. Along with his fascinating collection of
photographs, they form the basis for a narrative that combines a
scientist’s eye for detail and a naturalist’s reverence for
wilderness. Whether dogsledding, shooting rapids in a canoe, or
dancing with Aleut Eskimos, Murie had a passion for discovery and
conservation that enlivens every page of JOURNEYS TO THE FAR NORTH.
Tobin Mitnick, JewsLoveTrees creator and shameless tree lover,
leads you, the tree-curious, through the wonderful world of North
American trees with fact, opinion, and humor. In Must Love Trees,
Mitnick invites you to share his deeply personal connection to our
forest companions in ways that expand the storied genre of nature
writing. From an imagined dialogue with the world’s oldest
bristlecone pine, to the minutiae of tree huggability, to the
emotional toll of taking up the practice of bonsai, this fresh take
into the world of trees is divided into three equally humorous and
insightful sections. The first section discusses Mitnick’s
personal opinions and relationship with trees while the second
section describes the science behind trees (from tree botany to
tree biology to tree ecology). In the final section, Mitnick
answers the question: Who would these trees be if they all attended
high school together? Tobin’s detailed description of a
tree in action and his thorough run-down of our most-treasured
North American trees (all 100 of whom happen to be classmates at
“Tree High North America”), makes this compilation an original
and occasionally outlandish guide for both the budding and seasoned
tree-lover. Must Love Trees features beautiful drawings of a vast
selection of North American trees, including:
Renowned icons like the Coast Redwood (Sequoia sempervirens)
Beloved favorites like the Southern Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora)
Historical tragedies like the American Chestnut (Castanea
dentata) Menacing creepers like Poison Sumac (Toxicodendron vernix)
Unsung wonders like the Common Paw-Paw (Asimina triloba) Part
textbook, part memoir, and part comedy, Must Love Trees is the most
complete—and most unconventional—story of our forest pals ever
told.
- Traveler's accounts are a regularly assigned subject in world
history courses - Focuses on people's lives in order to draw
students into the discussion of the larger political, social, and
economic contexts - Author is a well-respected name and teacher in
the field of World History - Examines the historical methodology of
travel
- Traveler's accounts are a regularly assigned subject in world
history courses - Focuses on people's lives in order to draw
students into the discussion of the larger political, social, and
economic contexts - Author is a well-respected name and teacher in
the field of World History - Examines the historical methodology of
travel
Hit the road with this ultimate guide to exploring Europe by
electric car and discover 60 sublime touring routes with detailed
itineraries, maps and charging station locations. Drive into the
heights of the Austrian Alps or steer past thundering waterfalls in
Iceland using our expert know-how to help you plan your next epic
eco-friendly adventure. Cruise the north coast of Crete to find
glorious golden beaches and hill-hugged fishing villages or weave
your way across Ireland from the heart of Dublin to Galway,
sampling the country's finest oysters as you go. Whether you take
your trusty electric vehicle for a spin or you hire a high-end
model, this comprehensive guide is packed with irresistible road
trips that are suitable for electric vehicles even with a modest
range. All of the 60 unforgettable touring routes will guide you to
a convenient charging station at the end of each day, allowing you
to discover the continent in sustainable style. Inside
Electric Vehicle Road Trips - Europe: - Explore 60 magnificent road
trip routes around Europe each of which features a drive overview,
total distance, duration, Plan and Prepare guide, and accurate map
that shows the route and key overnight charging stations -
Essential trip planning information with expert know-how and
practical insights on where to stay (with chargers on site or
nearby), when to go, tips for EV drivers, further details such as
road signage and Highway Code rules - Fun travel experiences and
must-see landmarks along the way including visits to ancient ruins,
picturesque hikes, fascinating museums, once-in-a-lifetime
landscapes and views, off-the-beaten track food and drink hotspots,
and more - Extensive coverage on ‘Getting to know EVs' with
practical information on using an EV for touring and how to plan a
road trip: Connecting up; Finding a charger; Charging etiquette;
Renting an RV, Apps for route planning - Covers: Southern Europe
(Greece, Italy, Malta, Spain), Western Europe (Austria, Belgium,
England, France, Germany, Ireland, Luxembourg, Netherlands,
Northern Ireland, Portugal, Scotland, Switzerland, Wales), Northern
Europe (Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden), Eastern Europe
(Croatia, Czech Republic, Poland, Slovenia) Charge your
electric car for a European road trip like no other and enjoy a
revved-up getaway that ranges from a long weekend to a multi-week
adventure. This guide is the perfect inspiration for seasoned
sustainable explorers or for anyone looking to take the leap into
the world of EV travel. About 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 traveller since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds
of millions of travellers each year online and in print and helps
them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and
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travel the world.' – Fairfax Media (Australia)
For your best adventures, use the best map. Water-proof,
split-proof, tear-proof. Rhodes Tour & Trail Super-Durable Map
is simply the toughest, most accurate, easy to read, easy to use
map that you can buy at any price. A large 960mm by 700mm double
sided map sheet covers Rhodes at 1:50,000 scale and includes Chalki
and Symi islets. On the cover side is Rhodes South with Chalki and
Symi, with Rhodes North and street plans of Rhodes Town on the
reverse. We have two street plans of the capital town. Rhodes Town
greater area is at 12k scale, including Acropolis in the west and
spanning beyond Rodini park in the south. The other street plan
shows the fortified Old Town in great detail at 5k scale. DWG's
special concertina map fold makes our map easy to open and easy to
refold to its 233mm by 120mm pocket size. Our legendary 'Tour &
Trail' level of detail ranges from major roads to secondary roads
to minor roads to streets and narrow country roads, plus dirt
roads, tracks and walking trails. Place names are in English and
Greek to aid your navigation. Altitude shading is designed to
clearly show the altitude range when travelling across the island
by car or on foot. 20 metre and 100 metre contours combined with
altitude shading bring this beautiful landscape to life. There are
plenty of individual height points and all of the official 'Trig'
points are on the map. Tour & Trail attention to detail
includes our useful symbol range including viewpoints, picnic
areas, petrol stations, bar/restaurants and parking areas where you
can pull off the road safely. You will easily identify springs,
caves, sports grounds, cemeteries, monasteries, churches, chapels,
lighthouses, castles, camping areas, wind turbines, windmills,
hotels etc. Rhodes Compendium of Walking Adventures walking routes
(all 98 walking routes) are specially highlighted on the map. It
all adds up to the most detailed, most durable map of Rhodes,
Chalki and Symi that you can buy anywhere. 'Super-Durable' means a
waterproof, tear-proof, map that can take the roughest treatment
and still folds up like new after your adventures. Super-Durable
Maps come with a 2 year adventurous use 'Wear and Tear' guarantee.
Digital editions of our Rhodes Tour & Trail Map are available
as in-app purchases for Outdooractive and Locus Map apps. Discovery
Walking Guides offer digital editions of Rhodes Tour & Trail
Map in kmz (Garmin), sqlite.db for apps, and Oziexplorer formats,
see website dwgwalking.co.uk for details.
Discover one of America s most fascinating cities through 30
dramatic true stories spanning Las Vegas s 150-year history. James
Roman takes readers on a tour through the glamorous and sometimes
sordid history of Las Vegas and explains how a railroad town
transformed itself into the Entertainment Capital of the World.
Essays explore the major historic events from the founding of Sin
City and the building of the Hoover Dam to the rise of the Rat Pack
at the Sands and the establishment of the Mafia-controlled casinos.
Also included are intriguing tales of Vegas celebrities from Frank
Sinatra and Liberace to Siegfried and Roy, as well as numerous
historical photos and full-color maps."
I'm No Longer Troubled by the Extravagance is a collection of poems
that assign new meanings to the people and things of the past. The
book moves in three sections through a fantastic landscape that
maps human fragility. The poems in the first section speak to
matters of the heart-intimacy and loss-punctuated by lovers who
leave. The second section is comprised of prose poems chronicling
misadventures and conspiracies: Russian spies on Wilshire
Boulevard, artichokes that mate for life, and secret photographs of
God. Finally, the third section pans out from individual
experience, hosting the collective in fable-like reflections.
Together, the poems in Extravagance mark with fragile acceptance
the surreal extravagance of being alive. The Relentless One day
we'll know how long the dead have to be dead before they feel
hunger. One day it'll be summer forever. In the meantime, the
weather, looking for its cue, keeps an eye on me; and I keep
whatever money's in my pocket crumpled in a ball. A relentless
responsibility dogs me, and the funny thing is, these are the
lyrics to a happy song. Go ahead, tap your foot, snap your fingers.
We're roasting a pig in the yard. Rick Bursky is the author of
Death Obscura (Sarabande Books, 2010) and The Soup of Something
Missing (Bear Star Press, 2004), winner of the Dorothy Brunsman
Poetry Prize. He lives in Los Angeles where he works in advertising
and teaches poetry in the UCLA Extension Writer's Program.
For award-winning science writer Margie Pitlak, exploring the
unique nature of the Maine coast opens a door to deeper ties and
insights. Watching a striped monarch caterpillar transform into a
chartreuse pendant dabbed with gold, she realizes the limits of
life and what passes between generations. She explores the violent
geologic collisions that thrust up and fractured Maine’s
mountains; digs into the latest scientific thinking on how animals
navigate; reflects on the dizzy dance of plankton under the
microscope and the dogfish heart that continued to beat while held
in the palm of her hand. She looks at moose, fox, fishers, and the
tides as well, and shares a chapter about cleaning up the Maine
coast by kayak. These facets of the natural world speak a hidden
language that is translated by scientific knowledge and reflection.
Nature begins to speak about the nature of life.
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