Lonely Planet knows New Zealand like our own backyard, andthis handy guide brings you the best of the country's South Islandin one easy package. Let us help you discover the South's mostbreathtaking mountain roads, quietest off-the-beaten-track escapesand best city experiences. Lonely Planet guides are written byexperts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. Thisfully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honestadvice, designed to give you the information you need to make themost of your trip. In This Guide: Comprehensive coverage of thehighlights and hidden secrets. Itineraries to inspire great skiing,eating, wine-touring, driving or bushwalking experiences. Practicalinformation on getting around by car, bus, plane or camper van.
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
…immersing yourself in the sumptuous excesses of thebaroque Schloss Sch?nbrunn. …devoting an entire afternoon to coff ee and Sachertorte ina Viennese coff eehouse. …feeling the sway of the blue Danube as you cruisedownriver. …hearing the Vienna Boys’ Choir hit the high notes in theRoyal Chapel. …sampling the latest wines from the owner’s vineyard at arustic Heuriger. …falling under the spell of Klimt’s paintings andHundertwasser’s magical architecture.
Insight Guides present the full breadth of each nation in alarge format suitable for a thorough introduction to the people andsights, while cities and regions are presented in a portable formatideal for the discriminating urban explorer in pursuit of the bestthe area has to offer. 埃及是诗歌和文学的摇篮，是从建筑到包装的一切西方时尚的灵感来源。长久以来，这个尼罗河畔的国家对普罗大众就有着极大的吸引力。 埃及人的生死观对西方也有相当诡异的影响力。早在中世纪，关于木乃伊的神秘传说就在西方流传。到了16世纪，来到埃及的西方人对木乃伊更是痴迷，他们挖开古老的墓地，从棺椁中取出木乃伊，运回欧洲。 1821年伦敦博物馆开辟了埃及厅，展出意大利探险家GiovanniBelzoni从阿布辛贝神庙运回英国的无数珍宝，轰动全国。 1922年HowardCarter发现图坦卡蒙陵墓，震惊世界。陵墓中出土的5000多件艺术品公开展出。当这批珍宝在
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 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
Dubliners hold forth with their suggestions for shopping, eatingand clubbing. Suitable for the short-stay travellers, this titleshares the author's secrets for fun on the north and south of theLiffey.
What Will Your Washington DC Encounter Be? Meandering amongmuseums and monuments with fellow global citizens in America'sfront yard, or hobnobbing and nose-rubbing with politicos, wannabepoliticos and wannabe wannabe politicos? Creeping yourself out onThe Exorcist steps - and beware a tipsy tumble, or chowing down onDC's infamous half smokes and chili dogs with Obama? Cocktail-swilland hip-shake the night away - the question is, hip-hop, salsa orlingala? Blaze the urban frontiers of up-and-coming 'hoods such asColumbia Heights and Northeast. Discover twice the city in half thetime with a full-color pull-out map and detailed neighborhood mapsfor easy navigation. Our fabulous local author recommends the verybest sights, restaurants, shops, bars and clubs with uniqueitineraries and must-see highlights to help you make the most of ashort trip. Locals offer insider-only perspectives, from apolitical journalist on the best celebrity - and Obama - spottingto a real estate developer on the next best 'hood.
“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
New format means loads more colour, better maps and aneasy-to-read layout.
Discover Washington DC Toss a Frisbeein the shadows of the founding fathers on America's frontlawn View cutting-edge art in a former munitions factory Drink beers while practicing your putt in a bar that doubles as amini-golf course Chow down on curry served from a van full of would-be circusringleaders In This Guide: Two authors, 50 days of in-city research, 15 detailed maps,innumberable half-smokes eaten Dedicated Politics chapter reveals what makes the capital citytick Expanded Eating chapter lets you taste everything from ChesapeakeBay crabs to Salvadoran pupusas
在线阅读本书 What Will Your Vancouver Encounter Be? Rubbing elbows with Olympiads in Robson Square or takin gin theOlympic sites Gawking at breathtaking mountain-backed waterfront vistas fromStanley Park Wandering through a kaleidoscope of brightly colored street art indowntown Kayaking beneath a full moon and the twinkling lights of thecity Sampling heirloom tomatoes, duck prosciutto and organic tea at thePublic Market Dancing the night away with the beautiful people in Gastown Discover Twice the City in Half the Time Full-color pull-out map and detailed neighborhood maps for easynavigation Our resident author recommends the very best neighborhoods, sights,restaurants, shops and entertainment Unique itineraries and highlights help you make the most of a shorttrip Local experts reveal Vancouver's secrets: from a microbrewer'sfavorite local bars to an art gallery curator's take on cityculture
——古老的传奇 对历史学家而言，希腊无疑是富有魅力的国度，哲学、政治、历史、语言、戏剧、体育……几乎西方文明的所有要素都可以在这里找到它们的根。深厚的历史积淀和文化传统是希腊人引以为傲的，也是他们愿意和来访者分享的。 对旅行者来说，希腊更是一个神奇的地方。不管你选择什么交通工具，一踏上希腊的土地，你都会立刻陶醉在地中海灿烂的阳光里。从那一刻起，你就成了风景的一部分。蓝天在上，白沙在下，震撼人心的文明遗迹，风味独特的美酒佳肴，热情好客的希腊人民……所有这一切都让会让你不可抗拒地爱上这个美丽的国家。 在你踏上这片神奇的土地，开始一段摄人心魄的旅程之前，本书将是一个精彩的预演。
Discover Barcelona Leave your preconceptions about architecture behind at thecurving, coral-like facade of Gaudí’s whimsical Casa Batlló Send your tastebuds to seafood heaven with a plate of fideuà(Catalan noodles) at a beachfront restaurant near PortOlímpic Join in the chants of ‘Bar?a, Bar?a, Baaar?a!’ at Camp Nou, thelegendary home ground of the Barcelona football club Witness the eccentric heights of Catalan creativity in themuseums and galleries of Montju?c, Barcelona’s cultural hub In This Guide One local author, more than 500 hours of research, more than 200eating and drinking recommendations, and untold morsels of tapassampled Color sections on the top Barcelona experiences, and awesomearchitecture from Gaudí to the Torre Agbar Content updated daily - visit www.lonelyplanet.com/spain/barcelona for up-to-the-minutereviews, updates and traveler insights
Cuba is a continuing education. Just when you think you vefigured it out, it confounds you with another brow-beating riddle.That essentially is its underlying attraction. Brendan Sainsbury,Lonely Planet Writer Our Promise You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planetauthors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. Wenever accept freebies for positive coverage, and you can rely on usto tell it like we see it.
Content reflects the hottest must-have experiences. Author is aresident New Yorker.
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.
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
Take a fresh approach to Venice with this "Step by Step"guide, part of a brand new, stylishly designed series from InsightGuides. Lavishly illustrated in full colour, this book features 14irresistible 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 attract
Mongolia's capital, Ulaanbaatar, may be a hotbed of progressiveattitudes, but in the rest of the 'Land of the Blue Sky', liferemains pretty much the same - horses outnumber people, nomadsstill move camp each season and on long-distance bus rides you'llbe serenaded by passengers singing folk tunes. If you time yourtrip right you can experience the festival of Naadam, this annualthree-day festival features Mongolian wrestling, horse racing,archery and traditional sports. The only guide to include maps of major towns across all regions.GPS coordinates to help you find what you're looking for, even whenthe signs don't help, as well as feature essays to provide insightinto Mongolian history and way of life. This guidebook has been fully updated! * Intuitive layout and new text styles make it easier to read, scanand 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 re
Bill Bryson travels to Kenya in support of CARE International.All royalties and profits go to CARE International. Bryson visits Kenya at the invitation of CARE International, thecharity dedicated to eradicating poverty. Kenya is a land ofcontrasts, with famous game reserves and a vibrant culture. It alsoprovides plenty to worry a traveller like Bill Bryson, fixated ashe is on the dangers posed by snakes, insects and large predators.It is also a country with many serious problems: refugees, AIDS,drought, and grinding poverty. The resultant diary, though short inlength, contains the trademark Bryson stamp of wry observation andcurious insight.
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
How will you see Norway? From behind a sled pulled by huskies?From the top of a glacier? Over an aquavit at Ibsen's old table inOslo's Grand Cafe? The exquisitely clear air of Lofoten Islands,colourful wooden houses, remote Svalbard...so much to see. And somany ways to see it. 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 design improves map legibilty for easy navigation
