Inspirational and informative pocket guide, shining a spotlight on the best of holidaying at home in the UK through clearly laid-out walking and driving itineraries. Explore the best of the Lake District with this unique Rough Guide Staycations Lake District, packed full of insider information and stunning images. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see attractions like Derwent Water, Lake Windermere and Tarn Hows to discovering hidden gems, including visiting Wordsworth's home at Dove Cottage, wondering at Castlerigg's ancient stone circle, and taking a ride on an historic steamer on Ullswater, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking and driving routes will save you time, help you plan, and enhance your staycation in the Lake District. This book has been fully updated post-COVID-19 and it comes with a free eBook. The Rough Guide Staycations to the Lake District covers: Kendal to Windermere, Ullswater and Kirkstone Pass, Coniston and Hawkshead, Keswick to Grasmere, Borrowdale and Buttermere, around Skiddaw, The Western Lakes and The Southwest. Inside this travel guide you will find: INFORMATION FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Provides practical information for every kind of trip to the Lake District, from discovering local history in Kendal to getting out in nature in Langdale Valley and finding family-friendly activities in Keswick. 8 READY TO FOLLOW WALKS AND TOURS Features over 8 detailed easy to follow walking tour itineraries, including Borrowdale and Buttermere, around Skiddaw. LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS Carefully curated list of the Lake District's unmissable sights and unique attractions for those who want to make the most of their stay. RAINY DAY RECOMMENDATIONS Uncover plenty of options, whatever the weather throws at you like exploring the Cumberland Pencil Museum in Keswick. INSIDER RECOMMENDATIONS Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for walking, boating, climbing or fell running. Find a curated list of where to stay and what to do, from active pursuits to themed trips. HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS Learn more about the Lake District's rich history with fascinating cultural insights throughout. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS From transport to hours of operation, we've got you covered whatever you choose to see and do around the Lake District including getting there, getting around by public transport, accommodation, detailed food and drink highlights, and sports and activities in the region. METICULOUS MAPPING Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered sights relating to major points of interest in the main text. Find your way around The Western Lakes, Duddon Valley and many more locations in the Lake District without needing to go online. FREE EBOOK Free eBook download with every purchase of a printed book to access all content from your phone or tablet for on-the-road exploration.

Fully updated, the maps combine clear design and an easy-to-read scale with more road detail to ensure that you never lose your way. Designed especially for the British motorist, all motorways are clearly show in blue and toll motorways are highlighted. Distance markers and service stations are included, with towns of interest identified to help you plan the best route. The mapping shown on the country titles includes touring information and visitor attractions including national parks, ski resorts, beaches, top museums and churches. Roads unsuitable for caravans are also indicated, together with steep gradients. A place name index and large scale city plans, featuring street names and places of interest, complete the sheet map.

Table Mountain & Cape Peninsula includes an illustrated terrain map of Table Mountain at a scale of 1:50 000. Detailed street map of the city centre including access points to trails, hikes and routes, major and minor roads of the entire Cape Peninsula. Also includes detailed activities map of Cape Town & the Peninsula.

Also included are full-colour photographs of activities and areas of interest, national parks and reserves, protected areas and marine reserves, lighthouse and shipwreck positions, mountain biking access areas, as well ais entrance gates and good swimming beaches, visitor centres, best viewpoints and horse riding areas, parking, restaurants and picnic spots, small craft/boat launching sites, local information, hobbie sailing, kite surfing, wind surfing, surfing, paragliding, climbing, diving, surf skiing and sea kayaking, index of suburbs, hoerikwaggo trail information, adventure activity contact information and websites, embassy locations, hotel and backpacker locations and places of interest.

Coverage includes detailed activities map of Cape Town and the Peninsula. Detailed map of the Table Mountain at 1: 24 000 scale AND of the Cape Peninsula at 1: 55 000 scale

The guidebook describes 45 day walks across eight areas of Gran Canaria, including Las Palmas in the north to Playa del Ingles in the south. Also included is a five-day coast-to-coast route on the GR131, an island-hopping long-distance trail stretching across all seven of the Canary Islands. There are walks suitable for those of all abilities, ranging in landscape from coastal clifftops to the dramatic volcanic mountains inland. Walks venture through villages and towns, and up to the summits of the highest peaks on Gran Canaria. Each walk gives information on access (predominantly using the island's good bus services), details of places offering food and drink, and notes on the interesting features passed along the way. The book also provides lots of background information on geology, wildlife, plants and flowers as well as practical information on accommodation, currency and language. Gran Canaria is a hugely popular holiday destination but despite this it offers many peaceful locations for walkers to explore and some truly beautiful and striking scenery. This collection of walks showcases the island's remarkably varied landscapes - from arid semi-desert to moist laurisilva 'cloud forests' and rugged mountains and coast.

Inspirational and informative pocket guide, shining a spotlight on the best of holidaying at home in the UK through clearly laid-out walking and driving itineraries. Explore the best of Brighton, Sussex & the South Downs with this unique Rough Guide Staycation to Brighton, Sussex & the South Downs, packed full of insider information and stunning images. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see attractions like Brighton Pier, Chichester's Novium Museum and grandiose Petworth House to discovering hidden gems, including spotting Sussex wildlife at Arundel Wetland Centre, walking the rambling South Downs Way and mooching down Brighton's The Lanes, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking and driving routes will save you time, help you plan, and enhance your staycation in Brighton, Sussex & the South Downs. This book has been fully updated post-COVID-19 and it comes with a free eBook. The Rough Guide Staycations to Brighton, Sussex & the South Downs covers: Central Brighton, East Brighton and Rottingdean, West Brighton and Hove, The Downs North of Brighton, Lewes, Ouse Valley, Cuckmere Valley and the Sussex Heritage Coast, Eastbourne and 1066 Country, The High Weald, Chichester, around Chichester, Midhurst and around, Arundel and around. Inside this travel guide you will find: INFORMATION FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Provides practical information for every kind of trip to Brighton, Sussex & the South Downs, from discovering local history in Chichester to getting out in nature in Langdale Valley and finding family-friendly activities in the Sussex Heritage Coast. 12 READY TO FOLLOW WALKS AND TOURS Features over 12 detailed easy to follow walking tour itineraries, including East Brighton and Rottingdean, The High Weald. LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS Carefully curated list of the Brighton, Sussex & the South Downs's unmissable sights and unique attractions for those who want to make the most of their stay. RAINY DAY RECOMMENDATIONS Uncover plenty of options, whatever the weather throws at you like wandering through the magnificent state rooms at Petworth House. INSIDER RECOMMENDATIONS Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for walking, hiking, wakeboarding or windsurfing. Find a curated list of where to stay and what to do, from active pursuits to themed trips. HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS Learn more about the Brighton, Sussex & the South Downs's rich history with fascinating cultural insights throughout. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS From transport to hours of operation, we've got you covered whatever you choose to see and do around Brighton, Sussex & the South Downs including getting there, getting around by public transport, accommodation, detailed food and drink highlights, and sports and activities in the region. METICULOUS MAPPING Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered sights relating to major points of interest in the main text. Find your way around The Western Lakes, Duddon Valley and many more locations in Brighton, Sussex & the South Downs without needing to go online. FREE EBOOK Free eBook download with every purchase of a printed book to access all content from your phone or tablet for on-the-road exploration.

ne in the Peak District: Top 10 Walks series. Handy, pocket-sized, full colour walking guides written by experts.With clear information, an overview and introduction for each walk, expertly written numbered directions, large scale Ordnance Survey maps, superb, eye-grabbing panoramic photographs, and interpretation of points of interest along the way, these guides set a new standard in clarity and ease-of-use. Featured walks include: Lyme Park, Longdendale, Carl Wark, Eyam, Macclesfield Forest Chapel, The Magpie Mine, Chatsworth, Lud's Church, Pilsbury Castle, and Nine Ladies Stone Circle.

The A-Z Adventure series features the accuracy and quality of OS 1:25000 mapping in a convenient book, complete with index. An innovative concept, the A-Z Adventure series utilises Ordnance Survey 1:25000 mapping in a book, therefore eliminating the need to fold and re-fold a large sheet map to the desired area. OS 1:25000 is Ordnance Survey's most detailed mapping, showing public rights of way, open access land, national parks, tourist information, car parks, public houses and camping and caravan sites. Unlike the original OS sheets, this A-Z Adventure Atlas includes a comprehensive index to towns, villages, hamlets and locations, natural features, nature reserves, car parks and youth hostels, making it easy to find the required location quickly. Each index entry has a page reference and a six figure National Grid Reference. At a book size of 240mm x 134mm it is the same size as the standard folded OS map. The South West Coast Path is a National Trail along the Somerset, Devon, Cornwall and Dorset coasts. This stunning walk from Minehead, Somerset covers 630 miles to South Haven Point in Poole Harbour, passing through two World Heritage Sites (the Jurassic Coast and the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape), Exmoor National Park, Land's End and many areas of outstanding natural beauty. This A-Z Adventure Atlas of the SW Coast Path Dorset features 36 pages of continuous Ordnance Survey mapping covering the SW Coast Path from Lyme Regis, following the route east, to its finishing point at South Haven Point in Poole Harbour. The alternative shorter route along the South Dorset Ridgeway is also shown. Clearly highlighted in yellow, to stand out from the many other footpaths, the path is easy to identify. In addition mileage markers have been introduced to the map making it easy to gauge distances when planning your own sections of the walk to enjoy. A route planner providing the distances between places and the amenities available, featuring: *Information Centres *Visitor Centres *Hotels/B&Bs *Youth Hostels *Campsites (seasonal opening) *Public Houses *Shops *Restaurants *Cafes (seasonal opening) *Petrol stations Also featured is a selection of QR codes linked to useful websites. The South West Coast Path is covered by the following five titles in the A-Z Adventure series: *SW Coast Path North Devon and Somerset *SW Coast Path North Cornwall *SW Coast Path South Cornwall *SW Coast Path South Devon *SW Coast Path Dorset

The history of New York City is written in its streets; uncover it with "Chronicles of Old New York" from Museyon Guides. Discover 400 years of innovation through the true stories of the visionaries, risk-takers, dreamers, and schemers who built Manhattan. Witness life during the citys earliest days, when Greenwich Village was a bucolic suburb and disease was a fact of daily life. Find out which park covers a sea of unmarked graves. Explore the citys dark side, from the slums of Five Points to Harlems Prohibition-era speakeasies. Then see it all for yourself with guided walking tours of each of Manhattans historic neighborhoods, illustrated with color photographs and period maps.

The magnificent historic city of Bath - home to sweeping crescents in honeyed stone, restorative thermal waters, and beautiful boutiques - is no stranger to those who seek to explore its manifold charms. Most are only intrigued by the obvious: the Roman Baths, the Pulteney Bridge, the Royal Crescent, the Circus. But for the more inquisitive there are countless hidden gems to discover. Pick up this book and explore Bath's best-kept secrets - stories, locations, and unique personalities from the past and present, who have been neglected by the conventional tourist routes. In these pages you'll take a bespoke detour off the well-beaten path to unearth unexpected treasures: from secret statues and characterful pubs to artists' studios and Georgian ballrooms, from memorials paying homage to lesser-known figures who left their indelible mark on the city to treats for foodies and fashionistas. Make your own gin, weave a scarf, tell the time with a stylish personal sundial, play 'shove ha'penny', bind your own book - or head beyond the city fringes, just a short hop by bike, punt, barge, or steam train, for a fresh perspective on this picture-perfect metropolis. The possibilities are endless. Whether you're a first-timer, a frequent visitor or a native who has 'seen it all', here are 111 things you never thought you'd see in Bath.

For a long time the Costa Blanca has had a reputation for having the best chance of winter sun, the cheapest flights and the most reasonably priced accommodation. However, the 'white coast' has a lot more to offer than the simple beach holidays enjoyed by thousands of tourists every year. Not only the spectacular and varied mountains close to the coast, but also the marvellous spring blossom and warm autumn days have attracted walkers and climbers from all over Europe for decades. Gill Round, who lives in the Costa Blanca and has guided walks there for some years, introduces 50 particularly interesting routes which also savour details of the cultural history and reveal culinary delights. This walking guide provides a reliable companion for unforgettable days in spectacular natural environments - for short trips near to large holiday resorts, as well as more challenging summit ascents in the remote mountain countryside of Alicante province. The selection ranges from leisurely strolls along the coast, to pleasantly cool rambles along rivers and gorges, to mountain walks with stunning views. Every walk contains a fact-file of all the important information, a detailed walk description, a small map showing the line of the route and an easy-to-read height profile. The numerous colour photos give you an excellent insight into the landscape characteristics of all the walks. There are currently 30 English language titles in the well respected series of European walking guidebooks from Rother. There are 3 more planned for 2007, plus "Costa Blanca". The series follows the same format with each format covering around 50 walks with full colour photos and maps. The most popular include: "Madeira" (ISBN: 3763348115); "Andalusia South" (ISBN: 3763348247); "Mallorca" (ISBN: 3763348050); "Crete West" (ISBN: 3763348034); "Norway South" (ISBN: 3763348077) and "Algarve" (ISBN: 3763348255).

Updated annually, MICHELIN National Map Germany (map 718) will give you an overall picture of your journey thanks to its clear and accurate mapping scale 1/750,000. Our map will help you easily plan your safe and enjoyable journey in Germany thanks to a comprehensive key, a complete name index as well a clever time & distance chart. Michelin's driving information will help you navigate safely in all circumstances. In addition, MICHELIN National Map Germany is cross-referenced with the famous MICHELIN Green Guide highlighting destinations worth stopping for! With MICHELIN National Maps, find more than just your way! MICHELIN NATIONAL MAPS feature: * Up-to-date mapping * A scale adapted to the size of the country * A clear and comprehensive key * Distance and time chart * Place name index * Driving and road safety information * Tourist sights information Our maps are regularly updated even if the ISBN does not change.

Practical travel guide to The Rockies with a free eBook featuring points-of-interest structured lists of all sights and off-the-beaten-track treasures, with detailed colour-coded maps, practical details about what to see and to do in The Rockies, how to get there and around, pre-departure information, as well as top time-saving tips, like a visual list of things not to miss in The Rockies, expert author picks and itineraries to help you plan your trip. This guide book has been fully updated post-COVID-19 and it comes with a free eBook. The Rough Guide to THE ROCKIES covers: Colorado, Wyoming, Montana and Idaho. Inside this travel guide you'll find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences for every kind of trip to The Rockies, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Wyoming to family activities in child-friendly places, like Yellowstone National Park or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Grand Teton National Park. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Essential pre-departure information including The Rockies entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more. TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES Carefully planned routes covering the best of The Rockies give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip. DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options. INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for hiking, wildlife viewing and awe-inspiring scenic drives. HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS Rough Guides' rundown of Denver, Aspen, Glenwood Springs and Jackson's best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to The Rockies, even in a short time. HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, to help to find the best places in The Rockies, matching different needs. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter features fascinating insights into The Rockies, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary. FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Sawtooth Mountains and the spectacular Zion National Park. COLOUR-CODED MAPPING Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Boise, Denver and many more locations in The Rockies reduce the need to go online. USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time. FREE EBOOK Free eBook download with every purchase of a printed book allows you to access all of the content from your phone or tablet, for on-the-road exploration.

At a time when Americans were so riveted by questions about their place in a newly hostile world and were swearing off air travel, Elinor Burkett did not just take a trip -- she took a headlong dive into enemy territories.

Her yearlong odyssey began with her assignment as a Fulbright Professor teaching journalism in Kyrgyzstan, a faded fragment of Soviet might in the heart of Central Asia -- a place of dilapidated apartments, bizarre food, and demoralized citizens clinging to the safety of Brother Russia. She then journeyed to Afghanistan and Iraq -- where she mingled with tense Iraqis, watching the gathering storm clouds of an American-led invasion -- as well as Iran, Mongolia, Uzbekistan, China, and Vietnam.

Whether she's writing about being served goat's head in a Kyrgyz yurt, checking out bowling alleys in Baghdad, or trying to cook a chicken in a crumbling apartment, Burkett offers an eclectic series of adventures that are alternately comical, poignant, and discomfiting.

Guidebook and Ordnance Survey map booklet to the Coast to Coast Walk. The route stretches some 188 miles (302km) from St Bees on Cumbria's west coast to Robin Hood's Bay in North Yorkshire. It is suitable for most fit walkers and can be comfortably walked in around a fortnight. The full Coast to Coast route is described from west to east in 13 stages of between 10 and 21 miles, with high and low-level alternatives for crossing the Yorkshire Dales and comprehensive route summaries for those preferring to walk the trail in the opposite direction. The guidebook comes with a separate map booklet of 1:25,000 scale OS maps showing the full route. Clear step-by-step route descriptions in the guide are illustrated by 1:100,000 OS map extracts. The route description links together with the map booklet at each stage along the way, and the compact format is conveniently sized for slipping into a jacket pocket or the top of a rucksack. A comprehensive trek planner offers a helpful overview of facilities on route, and full accommodation listings and useful contacts can be found in the appendices. There is also a wealth of background information covering geology, history, wildlife and plants, and a list of further reading.

This is a definitive concise history of Portugal, from its earliest beginnings right up to the politics and life of the present day. It was not until the twelfth century that Portugal became a country in its own right, having been a Roman colony and then having suffered both Barbarian and Islamic invasions. The golden age of discoveries, the reign and foresight of Henry the Navigator, and great seamen such as Vasco da Gama led to the founding of Portugal's empire and wealth. Troubled times followed: in 1755 Lisbon was virtually leveled by the 'Great Earthquake,' and the country had hardly recovered its former prosperity when it was overrun by Napoleon's troops at the start of the Peninsular War, to be followed not long after by the Miguelite civil war. The middle decades of the nineteenth century saw the Port Wine trade flourishing, and further expansion into Africa. During the last quarter of the twentieth century, ever since the bloodless revolution of 1974 overthrew the rightwing dictatorship of Salazar, the country has regained its stability, and now takes its rightful place in the European Community. Illustrated with maps and line drawings, the book has a full Historical Gazetteer cross-referenced to the main text that concentrates on the historic sites in a country that has retained its individuality and thus its appeal to the individual traveler.

The essence of the award-winning programme Mooiloop (as seen on SABC 2) is captured in this book, which invites you to take South Africa’s provincial/regional routes and experience small-town South Africa.

Stop and get out …admire some of the breathtaking, picturesque settings, take a walk down the streets and explore the shops and places of interest. Walk or drive to the township, feel its heartbeat. Be inspired by the artistic expressions. Learn about the history, architecture and economic activities of these “dorpies”. Take a moment to enjoy a meal with a local flavour.

The book covers 39 small towns and villages in South Africa, introducing readers to local landmarks and also to the people who call these places home. Each visit focuses on a variety of lifestyle elements, including some local cooking, adventure, tourism and music. All aspects of the town are featured, from the unusual touristy spots to the townships and attractions in the surrounding areas.

A handy fast facts panel features the nearest major road and airport, GPS coordinates, contact details of tourist information offices and population.

Towns featured are: Barberton, Bonnievale, Bedford, Clanwilliam, Calitzdorp, Cradock, Clarens, Darling, Cullinan, Dullstroom, Deneysville, Franschhoek, Ficksburg, Graskop, Gansbaai, Groot Marico, Greyton, Hartbeespoort, Haenertsburg, Howick, Heidelberg, Kaapsehoop, Jeffreys Bay, Modimolle, Komatipoort, Nottingham Road, Nieu-Bethesda, Philadelphia, Parys, Riebeek-Kasteel, Prince Albert, Robertson, Riversdale, Thabazimbi, Sedgefield Uniondale, Tulbagh, Winterton and Barrydale.

OS Explorer is the Ordnance Survey's most detailed map and is recommended for anyone enjoying outdoor activities like walking, horse riding and off-road cycling. The OS Explorer range of OL maps now includes a digital version of the paper map, accessed through the OS smartphone app, OS Maps. Providing complete GB coverage the series details essential information such as youth hostels, pubs and visitor information as well as rights of way, permissive paths and bridleways.

Berlitz Pocket Guide Florence The world-renowned pocket travel guide by Berlitz, now with a free bilingual dictionary. Compact, concise and packed full of essential information about where to go and what to do, this is an ideal on-the-move guide for exploring Florence. From top tourist attractions like the Duomo, the Accademia and the Uffizi, to cultural gems, including the glorious Santa Croce church, the beautiful medieval bridge - Ponte Vecchio, and Cappella Brancacci, the site of Masaccio's sublime frescores, plan your perfect trip with this practical, all-in-one travel guide. Features of this travel guide to Florence: - Inspirational itineraries: discover the best destinations, sights and excursions, highlighted with stunning photography - Historical and cultural insights: delve into the city's rich history and culture, and learn all about its people, art and traditions - Practical full-colour map: with every major sight and listing highlighted, the full-colour maps make on-the-ground navigation easy - Key tips and essential information: from transport to tipping, we've got you covered - Dictionary: quick-reference bilingual language guide to help you with vocabulary - Covers: Piazza del Duomo; Piazza della Signoria; The Bargello and Sante Croce; Piazza della Repbblica; San Lorenzo; San Marco; Santa Maria Novella; The Ottrarno; Excursions Get the most out of your trip with: Berlitz Phrase Book & Dictionary Italian About Berlitz: Berlitz draws on years of travel and language expertise to bring you a wide range of travel and language products, including travel guides, maps, phrase books, language-learning courses, dictionaries and kids' language products.

A fold-out visitor's map (scale 1 : 2 750 000 for the Antarctic Peninsula Region and 1 : 12 250 000 for the Antarctic Continent), that measures approximately 100 x 69 cm (W x H) when unfolded. On one side there is a map of the Antarctic continent, around which succinct biographies of Antarctic explorers from William Spiers Bruce to Edward Wilson are shown. On the other side there are many fine colour photographs of seals, penguins and other Antarctic wildlife, together with an inset box summarising the Antarctic Treaty and other information on Antarctic waters, Cape Horn, Tierra del Fuego, the Beagle Channel, the Falkland Islands and South Georgia. Aimed at visitors arriving by sea.

Since 150 Bars You Need to Visit Before You Die came out in 2018, more than 17,000 copies have been sold. Time for an updated version, with no less than 50 new bars. Discover which bars you must visit worldwide for their delicious cocktails, unique interiors or authentic atmosphere. Sommelier and spirits connoisseur Jurgen Lijcops once again takes you on a trip/bar crawl around the world and also gives you the best cocktail recipes en cours de route.