Take a fresh approach to Berlin with this "Step by Step"guide, part of a brand new, stylishly designed series from InsightGuides. Lavishly illustrated in full colour, this book featuresirresistible self-guided walks and tours, written by a local expertand packed with great insider tips. Whether you are new to the cityor a repeat visitor, whatever your interests, and however long yourstay, this book is the perfect companion, showing you the smartestway to link the sights and taking you beyond the beaten touristtrack. All the walks and tours come with clear, easy-to-followfull-colour maps and hand-picked places to eat and drink en route.A 'Key Facts' box at the start of each tour highlights therecommended time needed to enjoy it to the full, plus the distancecovered and a start and end point; all this makes it simple to findthe perfect tour for the time you have to spare. The book alsorecommends top tours by theme and includes a special 'Only in'feature, highlighting a number of experiences or attraction
Fully-revised and updated, this Berlitz Pocket Guide to Viennaprovides all the information you need to enjoy this fascinatingcity, in a handy and genuinely pocketable format. Easy-to-use,colour-coded chapters allow you to locate information quickly, andfull-colour, fold-out maps provide instant orientation, making thisguide ideal for on-the-spot-reference. The Top 10 attractions arehighlighted on an illustrated, double-page spread, capturingeverything you simply can't afford to miss, such as theStephansdom, Hofburg, Karlsplatz and much more, helping you to makethe most of your stay. The comprehensive 'Where to Go' chaptercovers the entire city, region by region, with recommended sightspinpointed along the way. From concerts to coffee houses and avisit to the Prater, there are plenty of ideas for things to do,including active pursuits and activities for children. A dedicated'Eating Out' section provides information on local specialities anduseful vocabulary to help you read the menu and place orders withease.
Enjoy the sunny slopes of Beaujolais, canoe down the Gorges deL'Ardeche, take the waters at Vichy, discover the ancient volcaniclandscape of Monts du Cantal, nibble on the delicious regionalcheeses. Let Green Guide Auvergne Rhone Valley help you plan yourtrip. Researched by experts, the guide covers it all frompatisserie shopping in Montlucon to the Festival of the Bird Kingat Le Puy-en-Velay. Recommended driving and walking tourscompliment the famed star-rating system to ensure you get the bestfrom your trip.
This book provides everything you'll ever need in a guidebook.It is an inspiring background read, an in valuable on-the-spotcompanion and a superb souvenir of your visit. 尼泊尔虽然是一个南亚小国,却有着壮观的自然美景和独特的文化遗产,可以说是世界上与众不同的国家之一。 在尼泊尔北部绵延的群山中,有着世界十大高峰中的八座海拔8000米以上的山峰,其中著名的就是世界之巅——珠穆朗玛峰。这些山峰既有摄人心魄的绝美风光,又有让人望而却步的艰难险阻,因而成为全世界登山者挑战极限的天堂。 尼泊尔地处中印两个大国之间,是一个多元文化的国度。北方的佛教和南方的印度教相互影响,在加德满都山谷融合成灿烂的纽瓦丽文化——结构精巧的庙宇宫殿,精美绝伦的木雕艺术,绚丽多彩的民族服饰,令人垂涎的美酒佳肴,吸引着无数游人纷至沓来,流连忘返。
The only hotel guide wholly based on consumer feedback making it a truly unique and non-biased guide to finding the best place to stay in Australia and New Zealand. The guide comes with a FREE loyalty card for HotelClub.com with great savings of up to 60 per cent on over 20,000 hotels across 97 countries and GBP15 credit on initial registration. Each of the top 300 hotels featured have been tried and tested by clients of HotelClub.com, the world's leading online booking company with 2 million members. Each hotel recommendation includes an independent de*ion, a full-colour photograph and details of the facilities available. Hotel locations are plotted on full-colour maps and the accommodation is assessed according to value for money, family friendliness, cleanliness, facilities, staff attitude, location and restaurants.
Discover Amsterdam Delve into the life of a great artist at the Van GoghMuseum Find the perfect brown café, secret hang-outs of Dutch drinkersfor centuries Find out how to skip the queues at the city's topattractions Spice up your visit at one of Amsterdam's Indonesianrestaurants In This Guide: Three authors, over 700 recommendations, five neighborhoodswalks, three bike tours Color Architecture chapter on the city's buildings, old andnew Comprehensive Day Trips chapter includes Leiden, Utrecht andHaarlem
A brand new edition featuring illuminating text written byexpert, local writers alongside over 250 inspiring full-colourphotographs that will bring the Greek Islands' people and places tolife, at the turn of a page. A brand new 'Best of' featurehighlights the top attractions not to be missed, such as a visit toPanagia Hozoviotissa Monastery on a cliff above Amorgos' southeastcoast and a memorable boat trip around the beautiful IonianIslands. This section also features the editor's choice ofexclusive and unique recommendations, including the best beaches,festivals and museums, along with some money-saving tips. Anin-depth 'Places' section comprises twenty-three chapters coveringall the islands, from Crete's great archaeological sites tocosmopolitan Corfu. All the principal sites along the way areconveniently cross-referenced by number to accompanying full-colourmaps, to enable instant orientation and easy navigation at aglance. The information on each area is also accompanied byrestaurant listings, incl
This stunning volume was the gift book of the year when it firstpublished, and the images that grace its pages remain iconic. Fromthe famous Afghan girl whose haunting green eyes stare out from thebook’s cover, and her poignant story that captured the world’sinterest, to award-winning photography culled from the Society’svast archives, The Photographs offers readers an inside look atNational Geographic and a sharp-eyed view of the world. The bookshowcases the skill and imagination of such notable Geographicphotographers as David Doubilet, William Albert Allard, Sam Abell,Jim Stanfield, Jodi Cobb, Jim Brandenburg, David Alan Harvey, andmany more. They share their techniques, as well as personal andcolorful anecdotes about individual images and their adventures inthe field—sometimes humorous, sometimes terrifying, always vividlycompelling. Author Leah Bendavid-Val writes about thephotographers’ achievements from technical, journalistic, andartistic perspectives. Five chapters cover core Nationa
What Will You Bali Encounter Be? Catching the perfect wave at Ulu Watu Shopping for a boutique bargain in Seminyak Learning to prepare your very own Balinese banquet at a cookingcourse in Tanjung Benoa Getting swept up in magical Ubud, one of Asia’s most romanticdestinations Shaking it up on a dance floor in Kuta Discover Twice the City in Half the Time Detailed regional and town maps for easy navigation Our expert author recommends the best sights, restaurants, shopsand entertainment Unique itineraries and highlights help you makethe most of your short break Locals reveal Bali’s secrets: from the birth of surfing to theart of rice farming
Think Los Angeles and Southern California and you're feelinggolden warmth and a coastal breeze. This culturally vibrantand ethnically diverse area is equal parts movie makers, high-techtrailblazers, dreamy ocean drives and scorching desert.Throw in campy Palm Springs and some serious wine country and we knowyou'll be hooked. This revised edition includes special planning chapters forDisneyland, "Beaches Outdoors", "Travel with Children",and more road trips and scenic drives for touring holidays. This guidebook has been fully updated! * Intuitive layout and new text styles make it easier to read,scan and find information at a glance * New visual design and structure improves navigation withoutsacrificing depth or quality * Expanded planning section helps travellers plan by time,season, interest or region * New map desiegn improvs map legibilty for easy navigation
Full-color travel guide to Venice, one of Europe’s mosthistoric and beautiful cities, with comprehensive de*ions ofall sights and attractions, and clearly presented practicalinformation. Full-color photographs and maps throughout, acomprehensive street atlas section and a handy orientation map onthe inside front cover. The Features section focuses on the city’shistory, people and culture, from its wealth of art andarchitecture to opera and the Venice carnival. The Places sectioncovers each neighborhood of the city, as well as the surroundingislands.
This essential guide steers you along Britain’s best cyclingroutes, to great pubs and attractions and the coziest places tostay and eat. Find a tour to suit you – a leisurely day trip, aweek-long tour or the epic 20-day Land’s End to John o’Groatsride. 120 days of Britain’s best cycling where to eat – from pubs to cafes, curry-houses andrestaurants where to stay – from camping to B Bs and luxury hotels on-the-road maintenance tips and recommended bike shops what to see and do, in and out of the saddle how to pack and transport your bike --This text refers to an out ofprint or unavailable edition of this title.
Nowhere else can so many cultures be found in such a tight spaceyou can wake up on the Mediterranean coast, have lunch in Paris andsee a show that night in London. Ryan Ver Berkmoes, Lonely PlanetWriter Our Promise You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authorsvisit the places we write about, each and every edition. We neveraccept freebies for positive coverage, and you can rely on us totell it like we see it. Inside This Book 14 expert authors 13 mountain ranges crossed 6,354,782 sq km explored 73 local beers sampled Inspirational photos Clear, easy-to-use maps In-depth background Easy-to-read layout Comprehensive planning tools At-a-glance practical info
This new edition Insight Guide to Japan features illuminating text written by expert, local writers alongside inspiring full-colour photography, including over 250 brand new photographs that will bring Japan's people and places to life, at the turn of a page. The top attractions are highlighted to help you plan your trip priorities and a brand new 'Best of' section features recommendations on many exclusive experiences. An in-depth 'Places' section covers the entire country, region by region, with all the principal sites cross-referenced by number to accompanying full-colour maps throughout the guide. Additional maps inside the front and back covers enable instant orientation and easy navigation at a glance. Attractive colour-coded sections contain fascinating features that explore Japan's history and culture. A comprehensive 'Travel Tips' section provides essential practical information, covering transport, visas and passports, accommodation for all budgets, climate, the arts, shopping, language and much mor
This book provides everything you'll ever need in a guidebook. It is an inspiring background read, an in valuable on-the-spot companion and a superb souvenir of your visit.
No highway in the world is as laden with romance and adventure as the Silk Road. As recently as the 1930s, travellers on the first stretch from Xi’an to Lanzhou would have to journey by pony, the original ‘slow travel’. Although modes of transport have improved since then, only now do we see the introduction of the first ever full-colour guide to the entire 5,000-mile trading route, from China to the Mediterranean. Chris Bradley, one of the main contributors to the newly published Insight Guides’ The Silk Road, takes you on a journey through the landscapes, history and cultures of the Road, as it traverses some 13 countries, highlighting everything from the domes of Samarkand to the bazaars of Aleppo, the oasis of Turpan to the sands of the Taklamakan, and the walls of Khiva to the ruins of Palmyra.
The Nile is a brand new title for the Insight Step by Stepseries. This itinerary-based guide details 12 of the best walks andtours of the Nile, written by a local expert, for that personaltouch and insider information. All itineraries are arranged bytheme for a truly tailor-made travel experience, so whether youwant to explore Downtown Cairo, the pyramids of Giza and theSphinx, the Valley of the Kings in Luxor's West Bank, Aswan Townand islands, the magnificent monuments of Abu Simbel and much more,then there is a tour to suit all. From adventure-seekers toarchitecture aficionados, show-seekers to museum fanatics and foodfiends to shopaholics - this guide covers the best of the Nile tomake your trip truly unforgettable. For those wanting to enjoy thefull travel experience, this is an ideal way to link the topattractions with places to eat, drink and rest along the way, alongwith opening times and admission prices. All itineraries are markedon full-colour detailed maps alongside the text and also on aseparate
Take a fresh approach to Dubai with this "Step by Step" guide, part of a brand new, stylishly designed series from Insight Guides. Lavishly illustrated in full colour, this book features 15 irresistible self-guided walks and tours, written by a local expert and packed with great insider tips. Whether you are new to the city or a repeat visitor, whatever your interests, and however long your stay, this book is the perfect companion, showing you the smartest way to link the sights and taking you beyond the beaten tourist track. All the walks and tours come with clear, easy-to-follow full-colour maps and hand-picked places to eat and drink en route. A 'Key Facts' box at the start of each tour highlights the recommended time needed to enjoy it to the full, plus the distance covered and a start and end point; all this makes it simple to find the perfect tour for the time you have to spare. The book also recommends top tours by theme and includes a special 'Only in' feature, highlighting a number of experiences or
“Marble palaces balanced atop wooden poles, commuters crossingthe Grand Canal standing in gondolas, prosecco bottlespopping in tight quarters: Venice defies all common sense, andchooses wonder instead.” – Alison Bing, Lonely Planet Writer