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See those animal signs on the trail? Was that footprint left by a
fox or a wolf? Was that pile of droppings deposited by a moose, a
mouse, or a marten? Scats and Tracks of the Pacific Coast will help
you determine which mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians have
passed your way and could still be nearby. Clearly written
descriptions and illustrations of scats, tracks, and gait patterns
will help you recognize seventy Pacific Coast species. An
identification key, a glossary of tracking terms, and detailed
instructions on how to document your finds are also included here.
Easy-to-use scat and track measurements appear on each page, making
this book especially field friendly and letting you know if a white
tailed ptarmigan, a red fox, or even a black bear has been your
way.
Tourism, one of the world's leading industries, has propelled
countries into recovery from economic recession. As a
multi-disciplinary, multi-sectoral, holistic, and systemic
industry, tourism also uniquely placed to address the concerns of
the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). While the
relationships between tourism, sustainability, and sustainable
development are the subjects of deep study, the direct positive
effects of tourism on SDGs remain underdiscussed. The Handbook of
Research on the Role of Tourism in Achieving Sustainable
Development Goals is a collection of innovative research that
explores sustainable practices within the tourism industry. While
highlighting a broad range of topics including economic growth,
education, and production patterns, this book is ideally designed
for engineers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, executives, advocates,
researchers, academicians, and students.
This fully waymarked trail runs for 101 miles/162 km southward from
the beautiful natural harbour of Tarbert to Macrihanish, near the
Mull of Kintyre. Criss-crossing the entire peninsula, you pass
castles, abbeys and prehistoric remains, sometimes walking along
rugged coastline, sometimes high on forestry tracks with glorious
views over Arran, the Firth of Clyde and towards Ireland. You will
enjoy many wildlife sightings in this peaceful area, famous as
Scotland only "mainland island". Since it opened (2006) the route
has changed in places. The 2023 edition of this essential guidebook
contains all you need to plan and enjoy your holiday: 11 pages with
mapping showing the whole route (1:70,000); the Way step-by-step,
with summaries of distance, terrain and refreshment stops; habitats
and wildlife; whisky-making in Kintyre; side-trip to the island of
Gigha; and planning information for travel by car, ferry, bus and
plane. The book is printed on rainproof paper throughout, and has
over 90 colour photographs.
Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Bangkok, 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 Bangkok 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 oneItinerary samples – designed for various durations and interestsPractical information – tips on how to get there and get around, use public transport, beat the crowds, save time and money, travel responsibly and moreExpert recommendations – insider advice on where to eat, drink, and stay, alongside tips for nightlife and outdoor activitiesSeasonal tips – when to go to Bangkok, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect tripMust-See pick – a curated selection of not-to-miss sights as chosen by our authors - Wat Arun, Thai cookery classes, Wat Pho, Chatuchak, weekend market, cycling, Jim Thompson’s House, Songkhran, Thanon Khao San, traditional massage, Muang Boran Ancient City, National Museum, Ayutthaya, Vimanmek Palace, Erawan ShrineNavigational maps – colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainmentCultural insights – engaging stories delve into the local culture, history, arts and more, enriching your understanding of BangkokLanguage essentials – a handy Thai dictionary and glossary to help you communicate and connect with localsInspiring travel photography – full-colour pictures capture the essence of Bangkok, bringing each location to life and fuelling your wanderlustBonus eBook – Free download with purchase, offering digital access to our comprehensive guideCoverage includes: Ratanakosin, Banglamphu and the Democracy Monument area, Chinatown and Pahurat, Thonburi, Dusit, Downtown Bangkok, Chatuchak Weekend Market and the outskirts, Excursions from Bangkok
San Francisco is an iconic and symbolic city. But only when you
look beyond the picture-postcards of the Golden Gate Bridge and the
quaint cable cars do you realise that the city's most interesting
stories are not the Summer of Love, the Beats or even the latest
gold rush in Silicon Valley.*BR**BR*Hidden San Francisco is a
guidebook like no other. Structured around the four major themes of
ecology, labour, transit and dissent, Chris Carlsson peels back the
layers of San Francisco's history to reveal a storied past: behind
old walls and gleaming glass facades lurk former industries, secret
music and poetry venues, forgotten terrorist bombings, and much
more. Carlsson delves into the Bay Area's long prehistory as well,
examining the region's geography and the lives of its inhabitants
before the 1849 Gold Rush changed everything, setting in motion the
clash between capital and labour that shaped the modern
city.*BR**BR*From the perspective of the students and secretaries,
longshoremen and waitresses, Hidden San Francisco uncovers dozens
of overlooked, forgotten and buried histories that pulse through
the streets and hills even today, inviting the reader to see
themselves in the middle of the ongoing, everyday process of making
history together.
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