Getting the most out of your travels means staying healthy.Healthy Travel Central South America is a user-friendly guideto minimising health risks and dealing with problems while on theroad. Along with a comprehensive first-aid section, this second editionprovides clear guidelines on the correct treatment of illnessescommon to the region, such as altitude sickness. Included is anillustrated guide to useful rainforest plants, and information onhow to recognise and avoid wildlife hazards, from leeches topiranhas and tarantulas.
This book will transport you to the most stunning places in the world.Discover one-of-a-kind natural paradises and awesome manmade structures around the globe, from Africa to Asia and Oceania, from Europe to North and South America. Extensive de*ions and fascinating photographs capture the magic of stunning natural wonders and impressive constructions.Delve into the world of towering mountain ranges, fire-spewing volcanoes, ancient trees, towers and skyscrapers that truly reach for the heavens, intriguing bridges, historical temples and churches and much, much more.
A new series from Lonely Planet and written for youngtravellers; aimed at children aged 8 - 11. This book covers all thecool stuff kids need to know about Rome. Lively intriguing stories,fascinating facts and a blend of photos, illustrations, cartoonsand quirky graphics. Each title in the series is designed to enticea whole new generation of beanbag explorers.This is not aguidebook. And it is definitely 'not-for-parents'. It is the real,inside story about one of the world's most famous cities - Rome. Ifyou were a cat why would you want to live in Rome? Would you wantto go to the bathroom with dozens of other people? Can you imagineeating a flamingo's tongue for lunch? Why do they fire a cannonevery day in Rome? This book shows you a Rome your parents probablydon't even know about.
In January 2003 Nicholas Sparks and his brother Micah set offon a three-week trip around the world. An adventure by any measure,this trip was especially meaningful as it marked another milestonein the life journey of two brothers who, by their early thirties,were the only surviving members of their family. As Nicholas andMicah travel the globe, from the Taj Mahal to Machu Picchu, thestory of their family slowly unfolds. Just before Nicholas'marriage he and Micah lost their mother in a horseriding accident;a week short of Nicholas' triumphant debut as a novelist with THENOTEBOOK, the brothers lost their father to a car crash, and just afew short years later they were forced to say goodbye to theirsister who died of brain cancer at the young age of 36. Against thebackdrop of the main wonders of the world the brothers cometogether to heal the wounds of this tragic legacy and maintaintheir determination to live life to its fullest.
If your handle on Thai extends no further than asking the chefto hold the chilli, then you need this guide. Wrap your tonguearound all those essential phrases and you'll be booking in andordering up before you know it. 3500-word two-way dictionary guide to pronunciation and phrase-building practicalities - buying the right train ticket and ordering theright beer the etiquette of smiles in the Land of Smiles
This fully revised and updated Berlitz Pocket Guide is packedwith all the information you need to enjoy Spain, in a genuinelypocketable format. Places to go and unmissable attractions areexplored within easy-to-use, colour-coded sections, so you canlocate the information you need at a glance. The country's top 10attractions are identified on a dedicated double-page spread tohelp you plan your trip and ensure that you see the very bestsights, areas of natural beauty and more. The brand new feature 'APerfect Tour' offers top recommendations for a truly heavenly dayout exploring Spain's most memorable places and linking the keysights together. Not only does the guide provide in-depthinformation but there are full-colour photographs throughoutproviding a highly visual introduction to this stunningdestination. Full colour fold-out maps are also included to provideinstant orientation wherever you are. A concise history chapter andthe handy cultural tips throughout combine to give you a deeperunderstanding of
Domestic travel continues to grow: Americans will take more than 978 million domestic leisure trips in 2005 New for this edition: Special "Best" icon highlights the best hotels, restaurants, and attractions at the top destinations Now includes information on destinations in all 50 states
Diving into the coral-reef gardens off the coast of CozumelPlaying Indiana Jones for a day in the jungle ruins of CobaWatching beautiful people at one of Playa Del Carmen's chic beachlounges Relaxing to the rhythm of the waves in sleepy Isla HolboxPartying with Maya dancers, swashbuckling pirates and college kidsin Cancun Enjoying a picnic and swim at a cool, undergroundcenote
New format means loads more colour, better maps and aneasy-to-read layout.
Building on the stories from Middle of Nowhere, this is ashort story anthology of adventure in places that feel like themiddle of nowhere. Includes contributions from well-knowninternational adventurers.
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.
There's no need to lose face, forgo the Peking duck or miss the slow boat down the Yangtze. This phrasebook will prove more valuable on the road than a bicycle in Beijing. comprehensive food section; etiquette & cultural tips; easy-to-use pronunciation guide; sections include phrases for finding accommodation & for hitting the town; useful suggestions for health needs & emergencies; extensive two-way dictionary & user-friendly sentence builder; now with Pinyin.
In this book, Theroux takes a trip in and around fifty-onePacific Islands. From New Zealand"s rain forests tocrocodile-infested New Guinea, over isolated atolls, through dirtyharbors, daring weather and coastlines, he travels by kayakwherever the winds take him—and what he discovers is a world toexplore and try to understand.
I thought I spoke Italian, but the only thing I could think ofto describe the Sistine Chapel was 'Mamma Mia!' Then I opened myphrasebook and entered a world beyond the Italy I thought Iknew. Combining the phrasebook with the audio CD means you can listenand improve your pronunciation before you travel. Or even play aphrase to people you meet while traveling. Just transfer the MP3files on the CD to your portable media device.
Get Straight to the Heart of the city Top Experiences. The top things to see and do plus expert advice to make your trip even better. Local Life. Discover Phuket with guides to areas that the locals really love. Best of Phuket. We ve found the best walks, food, beaches, spas, nightlife and more. Plus: Maps for every regionWalking tours and day plannersPacked with expert travel tips100% independent advice
Order the freshest fugu, survive a karaoke session and knowhow deep to bow. Go beyond the shrines, sushi and subway anddiscover Japan through its language and people. Combining thephrasebook with the audio CD means you can listen and improve yourpronunciation before you travel. Or even play a phrase to peopleyou meet while traveling - just transfer the MP3 files on the CD toyour portable media device.The Audio Pack includes: 400 key phraseson CD for practical, social and emergency situations and a 3500word two-way dictionary.
Hall relates his encounters with Serbs, Croats, and Muslims,"real people, likeable people" who are now overcome with suspicionsand anxiety about one another. Hall takes the standard explanationsand inverts our perceptions of the country. What emerges is aportrait of a country that possibly should never have been, and isin the process of insuring that it will never be again.
