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This beautiful HarperCollins Children's Classics edition is perfect
for every bookshelf. Despite his better judgement, eccentric
English gentleman Phileas Fogg has wagered half his fortune on a
whim - and a foolish one at that. He must travel around the world
in eighty days or lose it all. Fogg is determined not to lose, no
matter the typhoons, bison or Scotland Yard detectives that get in
his way. By steamer, train, sledge and boat, on foot and on
elephant back, Fogg and his beleaguered valet journey the globe,
crossing land and sea in the greatest of races. The most celebrated
of Jules Verne's Voyages extraordinaires series, this riotous
adventure story has inspired countless films, plays and trips
around the world. Complete your library with HarperCollins
Children's Classics.
Traveling to Tokyo? Be sure to see some of the most iconic sites in
Tokyo and nearby cities--from gorgeous skylines and jaw-dropping
nature to hidden treasures. With this photo/guidebook, visitors can
explore both the cutting-edge and traditional parts of the city
like a local. Misaki Matsui, the photographer and author,
introduces the beauty of the four seasons of Tokyo and surrounding
cities that Japanese residents love. The collection showcases more
than 100 beautiful images of Tokyo including Senso-ji, Roppongi
Hills, Todoriki Valley, Mt. Takao, the Tsurugaoka Hachimangu
Shrine, and more.
Farewell to faux pas! Minding your manners is an acquired skill,
but what serves you well elsewhere could trip you up in Japan. Save
yourself possible embarrassment with Etiquette Guide to Japan. An
inside look at Japanese social graces, it answers all the questions
of the thoughtful traveler. Extensive, specific information on
Japanese business etiquette assists readers traveling to Japan for
business. Although often overshadowed by a modern facade,
long-standing traditional aspects of Japan's culture still
influence the country and almost everyone in it. Concrete evidence
of this traditional culture can be seen everywhere--in the ancient
arts and crafts that are still essentiasl parts of everyday life,
in the many shrines and temples that dot the nation, and in the
recent comeback of traditional fashions such as kimono and yakata
robes. To many Western visitors, however, the most obvious example
of this traditional culture's strength is the unique etiquette of
the Japanese. Like many nations, Japan has experienced vast
political, social, and economic change over the past century. But
enough of Japan's traditional etiquette remains to set the Japanese
apart socially and psychologically and to make success in
socializing and doing business with them a unique challenge for
Westerners. About this new version: This updated and expanded
edition of the best-selling Japanese etiquette guide addresses not
just the puzzling protocols relating to name cards, bowing or
shaking hands, bathrooms and public baths--but also what to do when
entertaining Japanese dinner guests, attending a Japanese tea
ceremony, taking the subway, and much more! It also provides the
latest etiquette in mobile phone manners, texting, social media and
other forms of digital communication. The glossary at the back of
the book has been revised to include the latest technology-related
words and expressions used by Japanese today. Two new chapters
address the changing role of foreigners in the workplace and the
contemporary business style and etiquette used by the younger
generation of Japanese who are now increasingly cosmopolitan--but
still very Japanese!
Pathfinder (R) More Peak District covering parts of Buxton Country
Park, Five Dales Walk and Castledon. This selection offers
interest, regional variety and balance of routes in the Peak
District providing the best walks in the area. From an easy stroll
through Stanton Moor to the much more challenging walks in Jacob's
Ladder, this volume contains something for everyone. Covering walks
through the whole of the Peak District both popular and little know
scenic routes including Padley Gorge, Lathkill Dale and Derwent
Edge. -See walk locations by Looking Inside Inside: -28 great Peak
District walks from 2 to 10 miles -Clear, large scale Ordnance
Survey route maps -GPS reference for all Peak District waypoints
-Where to park, good pubs and places of interest en route -All
routes have been fully researched and written by expert outdoor
writers -Beautiful photography of scenes from the walks Pathfinder
(R) Guides are Britain's best loved walking guides. Made with
durable covers, they are the perfect companion for countryside
walks throughout Britain. Each title features circular walks with
easy-to-follow route descriptions, large-scale Ordnance Survey
route maps and GPS waypoints. With over 70 titles in the series,
they offer essential information for walkers throughout the
country.
Celebrating Chicago's best restaurants and eateries with recipes
and photograph, The New Chicago Chef's Table profiles signature
“at home” recipes from over 50 legendary dining establishments.
A keepsake cookbook for tourists and locals alike, the book is a
celebration of Chicago's farm-to-table way of life.
Former high desert rancher Ellen Waterston writes of a wild,
essentially roadless, starkly beautiful part of the American West.
Following the recently created 750-mile Oregon Desert Trail, she
embarks on a creative and inquisitive exploration, introducing
readers to a “trusting, naïve, earnest, stubbly, grumpy old man
of a desert” that is grappling with issues at the forefront of
national, if not global, concern: public land use, grazing rights
for livestock, protection of sacred Indigenous ground, water
rights, and protection of habitat for endangered species. Blending
travel writing with memoir and history, Waterston profiles a wide
range of people who call the high desert home and offers fresh
perspectives on nationally reported regional conflicts such as the
Malheur Wildlife Refuge occupation. Walking the High Desert invites
readers—wherever they may be—to consider their own beliefs,
identities, and surroundings through the optic of the high desert
of southeastern Oregon.
Edward's adventures now take him to Tuscany, Italy. Here we see our
Gentleman traveling through the rolling Tuscan countryside
experiencing mediaeval hill towns, beautiful landscapes and
sumptuous food and Italian lifestyle. The aim of this project is to
produce a series of small sketchbooks that give a real flavour of
iconic places around the world through the eyes of Edward - our
modern gentleman.
A peculiar can be defined as something that 'has eccentric or
individual variations to the general or predicted pattern'. And, as
it turns out, London is overflowing with them. This pocket-sized
book will accompany you around the capital, guiding you from the
tent-shaped tomb designed for Victorian explorer Sir Richard Burton
by his widow, Isabel Arundel Gordon; to what may be the last
surviving porter's rest in London; to a stone niche by a
long-demolished foundling hospital where almost 15, 000 infants
were discarded over the course of the 18th century. Sometimes
heroic, sometimes tragic, often amusing and always unexpected,
these so-called 'peculiars' bring colour to the fabric of London.
Whether you are a lifelong resident or a visitor passing through,
London Peculiars is guaranteed to lead you on an adventure. Also in
the series: Vinyl London ISBN 9781788840156 Rock 'n' Roll London
ISBN 9781788840163 Art London ISBN 9781788840385
For all your holiday and travel needs, the latest up-to-date
edition of Philip's super-clear map of Europe. 'The Clearest and
Most Detailed Maps of Europe' David Williams MBE, former CEO Gem
Motoring Assist The perfect all-inclusive map for planning and
using on your European Road Trip: - The Main scale is super-clear
1: 3,890,000 (61 miles to 1 inch) - All of Europe is covered from
Southern Portugal to Northern Russia - Fully updated with all the
latest information for travelling in Europe - Handy Weather Maps
for both Summer and Winter travels - City-to-City Distance Table
for estimating your journeys - All the important information for
motoring: motorways (toll, pre-pay and free), mountain passes,
railways, road numbers (European and local), distances between
towns In fact, everything you need for driving in Europe. Every
country is covered from Portugal to Russia and it is a double-sided
map for easy in-car use. Follow the sun (or the snow) and make the
most of this small, but extraordinarily culture-packed continent.
In October 1995, a conference of physicians, scientists, and polar
explorers was convened at the Scott Polar Research Institute in
Cambridge, England. With one voice these experts spoke out about
the need for improvement in the standards of safety and medical
care for the polar tourist. The conclusions of the world-class
experts who attended the conference form the basis for this book,
the first to address this important need. The editors have
skillfully synthesized the presentations of the conference
attendees and drawn on their own and other experts' experience to
prepare a comprehensive look at the field of polar travel,
medicine, and safety. Included are a brief overview of the polar
regions, the history of polar exploration and tourism, various
nations' experiences at Antarctic bases and how they relate to
tourism, possible concerns about medical care and safety for
tourists in the Arctic and Antarctic, the potential hazards onboard
ships, helicopters, and Zodiac-type boats, and recommendations for
safety and well-being for tourists and the doctors who serve them.
Whether you are a ship's doctor, a travel agent, or a prospective
polar traveler, the information and anecdotes in this definitive
book will be invaluable. Don't embark for the polar regions without
reading it.
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!
An atmospheric island bursting with history, culture and natural
beauty. Whether you want to hike across rugged mountains, spot
flamingoes near Cagliari or simply sip a glass of Cannonau
overlooking the sparkling Mediterranean, your DK Eyewitness travel
guide makes sure you experience all that Sardinia has to offer.
Beyond the soft sands and warm seas that frame Sardinia lies a
beguilingly wild interior of precipitous mountains, dense forests
and craggy canyons where herds of wild horses roam free. Equally
atmospheric are the island's captivating medieval cities and
ancient sites, which lie scattered across this enthralling
landscape, testament to Sardinia's turbulent history. Our newly
updated guide brings Sardinia to life, transporting you there like
no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel
advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs
on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which
place you inside the island's iconic buildings and neighbourhoods.
Our updated 2023 travel guide brings Sardinia to life. DK
Eyewitness Sardinia is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime.
Inside DK Eyewitness Sardinia you will find: - A fully-illustrated
top experiences guide: our expert pick of Sardinia's must-sees and
hidden gems. - Accessible itineraries to make the most out of each
and every day. - Expert advice: honest recommendations for getting
around safely, when to visit each sight, what to do before you
visit, and how to save time and money. - Colour-coded chapters to
every part of Sardinia, from Cagliari to Costa Smeralda. -
Practical tips: the best places to eat, drink, shop and stay. -
Detailed maps and walks to help you navigate the region country
easily and confidently. Covers: Cagliari and the South, The Eastern
Coast, Central Sardinia and Barbagia, The Western Coast, The North
and Costa Smeralda. Touring the country? Try our DK Eyewitness
Italy. 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.
Now more than ever, you can count on Rick Steves to tell you what
you really need to know when traveling through Berlin. Marvel at
the Brandenburg Gate, climb the Reichstag's dome, and check out
Checkpoint Charlie with Rick Steves Berlin! Inside you'll find: *
Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more
exploring Berlin * Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most
out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites
* Top sights and hidden gems, from the colorful East Side Gallery
and the Memorial of the Berlin Wall to cozy corner biergartens *
How toconnect with local culture: Raise a pint with the locals and
sample schnitzel, stroll through hip Prenzlauer Berg, or cruise
down the Spree River * Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid
tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight * The best
places to eat, sleep, and relax * Self-guided walking tours of
lively neighborhoods and incredible museums * Detailed neighborhood
maps for exploring on the go * Over 400 bible-thin pages include
everything worth seeing without weighing you down * Complete,
up-to-date information on every neighborhood in Berlin, as well as
day trips to Potsdam, Sachsenhausen Memorial and Museum, and
Wittenberg * Covid-related travel info and resources for a smooth
trip Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves
Berlin. Expanding your trip? Try Rick Steves Best of Germany.
There s more to Los Angeles than lights, camera, action! From the
city's early, devilish days populated by missionaries, robber
barons, oil wells and orange groves, Chronicles of Old Los Angeles
explains how the Wild West became the Left Coast. Learn how Alta
California became the 31st state, and how ethnic waves built Los
Angeles from Native Americans to Spaniards, Latinos and Asians,
followed by gangsters, surfers, architects and the Hollywood
pioneers who brought fame to the City of the Angels. Then, discover
the city yourself with six guided walking/driving tours of LA s
historic neighborhoods, profusely illustrated with color
photographs and period maps."
Formerly a largely Western practice, leisure travel is today the
most dynamic industry in the world in terms of growth. Developments
in transport and communication systems mean tourism is now an
integral part of our understanding of the world, and involved in
the exponential increase of links between societies and different
cultures. The Tourist Places of the World has comprehensive data on
the number of international visitors annually. It also includes an
original map ? not dictated by country, but by major tourist areas
and places. The hierarchy of destinations drawn is highlighted by
the different levels of popularity and passenger flows; from the
universal places where all societies meet to the still unfrequented
places. Beyond the recognition of global tourism, the challenge is
to understand how and why societies can achieve a better life
through sustainable development, which encompasses social, economic
and environmental dimensions.
From the pen of a dedicated Munro bagger comes The Ultimate Guide
to everything you've wished the other books had told you before you
set off. The lowdown on the state of the path, advice on avoiding
bogs and tricky situations, tips on how to determine which bump is
actually the summit in misty weather... this is the only guide to
the Munros you'll ever need. The comprehensive rucksack guide
features: - Detailed description of all practicable ascent routes
up all 46 Southern Highland Munros and 21 Tops. - Easy to follow
quality and difficulty ratings, enabling you to choose a munro for
any level of experience. - Annotated colour photographs and OS
maps. - The history of each Munro and Top from the development of
the Munro's Tables from 1891 onwards. - Notes on technical
difficulties, foul weather concerns, winter conditions and scenery.
A brilliant book for any hillwalker - as indispensable as your
boots.
Never before has there been a book for modern quilters celebrating
the rich patterns and colours of the American Southwest. These 15
quilt patterns and three smaller projects are a graphic
interpretation of all that this rich landscape provides. The
simple piecing featuring a balanced use of negative space is
designed to appeal to beginners and experienced quilters alike.
Author Kristi Schroeder celebrates five separate regions, one in
each chapter. Each quilt is photographed on location with an
accompanying colour story to support the design. Included is a list
of the author's favourite places to shop, eat and play in each
location.Â
TENERIFE - A WALKER'S ISLAND Tenerife is a big island - 2034 square
kilometres big. It offers walkers a wide variety of exciting
landscapes to choose from; everything from coastal strolls, high
altitude summits, pine forests and laurel forests, challenging and
strenuous routes to easy country walks. Walk! Tenerife is a
comprehensive walking guide book to Tenerife's best walking. 42
fully detailed walking routes with large scale maps. GPS Waypoints
for all 42 routes can be downloaded for free from Discovery Walking
Guides website. In the North choose from walks through pine forests
and along forest tracks and walking trails, with fine views in
clear weather. The South has diverse routes; forest walks,
mountains and barrancos, villages and untouched wild countryside.
The West offers mountain routes and rugged country hikes. The
Central High Altitude region is home to some of the most exciting
mountain and canadas routes within the National Park, including the
Paisaje Lunar route, and the challenges of `The Big One - Crater
Rim Challenge' and the ascent of Mount Teide. The rugged Anaga in
the far north-east offers wild beauty, tiny hamlets, soaring peaks
and plunging barrancos. Routes vary in approximate walking time
from 90 minutes to over 6 hours, and from 5 to 18 kilometres in
length. Ascents and descents are shown for each walk. Difficulty
ratings from 2 to 5 walker help you choose the right route.
Refreshment ratings are shown and vertigo risk is shown where
appropriate. Some routes are circular, others linear `out-and-back'
or linear one way. Access to routes by bus and/or by car ensure you
reach the start and get back from the end safely. Enjoy the rich
variety of landscapes and adventures that Tenerife has to offer.
Final volume of Ibn Battuta's narrative of his travels takes in
Dihli to Kinbaya, south India, the Maldives, Ceylon, Coromandel,
Malabar, Bengal and Assam, south-east Asia, China, Morocco, Spain,
and the country of the Blacks.
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