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Widely acclaimed for his fresh and innovative eroticphotography, Andreas H. Bitesnich shows the same inimitable daringand sense of wonder in his travel photography. Many of these imageswere captured while on assignment for prominent magazines.Alongside this gifted photographer, we discover an array ofintriguing destinations up close. Through Bitesnich's talentedlens, we marvel at the tropical vitality of a Cuban street scene,the bustle of an American city street and the beguiling exoticismof the Far East. The richness and energy he brings to these visionsexpands our horizons and broadens our minds.
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Discover all of Syria's myriad charms - explore magnificentCrusader castles and ancient ruins, treasure hunt in labyrinthinesouqs and people-watch in Damascene coffeehouses - with thisexcellent guide. 52 detailed maps, plus a full-colour country map the lowdown on where to eat and stay for all budgets illustrated guides to shopping in the souqs and steaming in thehammams (bathhouses) all you need to know about the major sights, from ancient Palmyrato the old houses of Damascus useful language chapter with Arabic alphabet, numerals and* --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition ofthis title.
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Take a fresh approach to Bangkok 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 18 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 o
Guidebooks in the easy-to-use, pocket-sized Encounter seriesoffer quick, easy and accessible information for urban adventurerson short city breaks--taking them straight to the heart of thecity. With a focus on neighbourhoods, each title features afull-colour pull-out map, opinionated insider knowledge on what'shot in culture, food and entertainment and accommodationrecommendations organized by such themes as the most romantic andthe best budget hotels. Hanoi Halong Bay Encounter combinesthe attractions of Vietnam's premier city with its number-oneattraction for travellers: haunting Halong Bay. Time-saving advicereveals the best music, museums, galleries, bars, internationalrestaurants and Old Quarter cafes, while selective reviews providethe best street eats around. The author's experience includes 10years of writing about Vietnam.
Ever since Ponce de Leon, Florida has cast a sensual spellover travelers, and its surreal landscape, heavenly beaches andprehistoric beasts still quicken the pulse and inflame theimagination. Jeff Campbell, 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 so you can rely on usto tell it like we see it. Inside This Book 4 authors 11 weeks of research 27 stone crabs eaten 1 Magic Kingdom Inspirational photos Expanded Walt Disney World coverage Pull-out City Map of Miami Easy-to-read layout Comprehensive planning tools At-a-glance practical info
Insight Guide Alaska is your comprehensive guide book to oneof the world’s most exciting destinations. Full-color photosthroughout combine with the lively text to help you discover thisvast state – Alaska is more than twice the size of Texas, is hometo 17 of the nation’s 20 highest peaks, and has more activeglaciers than the rest of the inhabited world. Our “Insightrecommends” section outlines top attractions and activities not tomiss, while features by local writers cover a whole range ofsubjects – how to choose a cruise, staying in a wildlife refuge,getting around by ferry, native art and artifacts, the world’s mostchallenging dog sled race, gold-panning and how to spot a bear.Over thirty Places chapters cover the entire state, from thePanhandle in the southeast to the Arctic National Wildlife Refugein the far north. Evocative accounts of the state’s national parksand varied wildernesses combine with lively de*ions of themain towns and cities, all illustrated in full color photographs
Lonely Planet knows Mexico. Whether you want to climbmysterious Maya temples in the Yucatan, eat nouveau Mexican cuisinein the capital, or simply stretch out on a honey-kissed beach at aPacific coast resort, our 12th edition will guide you through thebest of this amazing country. 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: Tailored Itineraries to help youget the best out of your Mexico trip. Color Highlights Chaptersshowcasing the top sights and activities. Unique Green Index makesecofriendly travel that much easier.
This brand new edition provides a comprehensive and highlyvisual introduction to Rome; over 600 superb photographs capturethe history, local people and variety of everyday life in one ofItaly's most magical cities. The 'Places' section provides adetailed, district-by-district exploration of all the places tovisit and principal sites along the way are clearlycross-referenced by number to the full-colour maps found throughoutthe guide. Expanded and updated restaurant listings feature thebest eateries to suit all budgets within each area, providing theaddress, phone number, opening times and price range, followed by auseful review. The 'Top Sights' section covers everything yousimply can't afford to miss, from the iconic monuments of AncientRome to the vibrant squares of Campo de' Fiori. A brand new'Editor's Choice' section illustrates top recommendations,including lesser-known attractions, events, family activities aswell as money-saving hints. Expert local writers provideauthoritative essays on the city
Nobody knows Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania like Lonely Planet.Our 5th edition has all you need to plan a trip to these threefascinating countries - lose yourself in medieval Tallinn, testyour adrenalin-sport limits in Gauja National Park, or party withthe locals in festival-heavy Vilnius. Lonely Planet guides arewritten by experts who get to the heart of every destination theyvisit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate,practical and honest advice, designed to give you the informationyou need to make the most of your trip. In this guide: interviewswith locals, including the former president of Latvia; full-colorsections featuring highlights and the best outdoor activities; anda Unique Green Index for easy reference to the most sustainableoptions.
More coverage, zooming in on the top dest. for anyone lookingfor the best of the best; Illust. highlights of the Forum in Rome,Grand Canal in Venice, Pompeii and Uffizi Gallery in Florence; Apull-out map of Venice; New flight routes are opening up Italy totravel from China and the Middle East; budget airlines are inc.flights to southern Italy
The best-selling guide to California, now with more photosthroughout; 100 plus maps - more than the competition ;Includesspecial Disneyland trip planner, and a side trip to Las Vegas;There were 5.5 million overseas visitors in 2010, and 200 milliontrips to and within California per year - 80% of these byCalifornia residents
A brand new and up-to-date edition featuring inspiringfull-colour photography that captures the beauty and glamour of theFrench Riviera, alongside comprehensive coverage of the entireregion, from Hyeres and the Massif des Maures to the mountainousBorder Country. A brand new 'Best of' feature highlights the topattractions not to be missed and provides the editor's choice ofexclusive and unique recommendations, such as where to find thebest architecture, hill-top villages and gardens. So whether youwant to experience the glamour of St-Tropez or simply strollthrough a Provencal market, this guide will ensure you make themost of your stay. Dedicated restaurant listings can be locatedafter the exploration of each area and include full contact detailsand an indication of price range and local specialities. Afully-indexed touring map highlights eight of the best drivesspecially designed to ensure you see the best of the region, itschic resorts, remote villages and stunning scenery. Each tour istimed and clear
Comprehensive coverage of sights big and small in Edinburgh.Special focus on interviews with locals.
Yemen is arguably the most fascinating and leastknown country in the Arab world. Classical geography described itas a fabulous land where flying serpents guarded incense groves.Medieval Arab visitors told of disappearing islands andmenstruating mountains. Our current ideas of this country at thesouthern tip of the Arabian Peninsula have been overrun by imagesof the desert, by oil, by the Gulf War-but there is another Arabia.Writing with an intimacy and a depth of knowledge gained throughthirteen years among the Yemenis, Mackintosh-Smith is a travelingcompanion of the best sort-erudite, witty, and eccentric. Crossingmountain, desert, ocean, and three millennia of history, he revealsa land that, in the words of a contemporary poet, has become thedictionary of its people. In Yemen: The Unknown Arabia wewitness the extraordinary in the ordinary. Yemen is a part ofArabia, but it is like no place on earth, and Yemen is abook in which every page is filled-like the land it describes-withthe marvelous.
