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In India: Essential Encounters, internationally renowned photographer Richard I'Anson presents more than 400 colour photographs featuring 44 of India's top destinations in a stunning photographic journey, completed over 25 years and encompassing the entire country. Each 'encounter' is concisely introduced by Sarina Singh's evocative and informative text.

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In this third edition of Lonely Planet's best-selling TravelPhotography , internationally renowned travel photographerRichard I'Anson shows you how to avoid common photography mistakesand to develop your compositional and technical skills as aphotographer. It's full of practical exercises and examples to honethe tips and techniques outlined in the text, and stunning travelphotographs throughout will inspire you on your journey. This jargon-free guide is a comprehensive look at all aspects oftravel photography, from the gear needed while on the road to thesoftware and hardware required to store and process your imagesback at home, to the low-down on assessing, displaying and evenearning money with your photographs.

Scotland is deliciously wild and woolly, full of raucousfestivals, remote islands, tempestuous weather, bucolic golfcourses and cities bursting their seams with galleries, cafes andrich Scottish spirit. You don't do this place inhalf-measures. This revised edition travel guide, with it's extended colourphoto section and more focused maps, is the perfect travelcompanion for anyone heading to this beautiful country. 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

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Celebrate the world. 229 countries destinations toexplore, 817 beautiful images to inspire. Bigger, brighter andbolder than ever, the second edition of Lonely Planet's definitivetravel pictorial has been revised and updated to be even moreinspiring than the last. The Travel Book captures the essence ofevery country on the planet through stunning photographs andatmospheric text. User-friendly A-to-Z coverage and double-pagespreads of every country make this book a total delight - and anamazing gift.

Experience The Best of Maui This full-color guide reveals the island 's beaches, sights andoff-the-beaten track adventures so you can discover the real Maui.Realize your dream vacation with insider insights, honest reviewsand simple planning tools. Highlights reveal the must-see attractions and unbeatableexperiences Itineraries make planning your ultimate vacation simple Sustainable Travel tips and resources Easy-to-Use Maps make getting around the island a breeze 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 it is.

The seductive call of the north is one of wild landscapes, crispair and cutting-edge city style colored by the epic changes of theScandinavian seasons. Andy Symington, Lonely Planet Writer Our Promise You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet writersvisit 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 8 expert authors 77 maps 104 national parks 39 unusual dishes to try Inspirational photos Clear, easy-to-use maps At-a-glance practical info Natural Wonders feature Comprehensive planning tools Easy-to-read layout

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