在线阅读本书 This brand new edition Insight Guide to Greece features a wealth ofinspiring full-colour photography and detailed street maps. Expertlocal writers ensure this guide is an inspiring background read,serves as an invaluable, on-the-spot companion and is a superb,visual souvenir of your visit. Greece's top attractions areidentified to help you plan your trip and a 'Best of' sectionhighlights the most unique experiences Greece has to offer, alongwith personal recommendations on what to see and do whilst there.Editor's top tips reveal lesser-known sights, best castles, bestwines, best festivals plus money-saving hints. A comprehensive'Travel Tips' section details transport, accommodation for allbudgets and other activities to ensure you make the most of yourtime in Greece. A dedicated 'Eating Out' section identifies thebest eateries to suit all budgets within each area, giving theaddress, phone number, opening times and price range, followed by auseful review. The guide also features a us
Wallpaper* City Guides are an exciting, stylish new concept in travel guides published by Phaidon Press and Wallpaper* magazine. Glamorous, global and affordable, the new travel guides can be acquired for only $8.95 and feature the world's greatest cities, from Barcelona to Buenos Aires, Istanbul to Sydney, London to Los Angeles. Aimed at the design conscious traveller, the guides offer just the right amount of insider knowledge on the world's most popular cities, from where to stay and what to visit, to where you should eat, shop and be seen. Ideal for a weekend break or business travel, their discreet, pocket sized format tells you everything you need to know, giving you the inside track on what can not be found anywhere else. The guides have been compiled by Wallpaper* magazine's international editors and travel writers who have lived in the featured cities. They provide up-to-the-minute information and authoritative advice on the hottest of venues in the coolest of cities. Each guide will be updated annua
Bathed by the waters of two oceans, Thailand'svaried diving environments are home to colorful coral reefs and animpressive diversity of marine life. Live-aboard ships explore theoffshore islands with their beautiful white-sand beaches and lushvegetation, and go beyond the Thai border to newly pioneered divesites in Myanmar. A rich culture and well-developed infrastructuremake this the most popular diving region in SoutheastAsia.
在过去的500年间,越南曾多次遭遇外族入侵。这段艰辛的历史培养了越南人强烈的民族认同感和坚韧、务实的民族特性。 越南人有一句口号:“越南是一个国家,不是一场战争。”但是在二战后的30年里,越南几乎是战争的同义词。如今,战争的记忆渐渐淡去,战争的痕迹仍隐约可见——昔日的弹坑成了鱼塘,军事要塞成了旅游景点。现在的越南人口中60%是30岁以下的年轻人,他们生于战后,童年时代没有留下关于战争的记忆。 经历了多年的战乱和纷争之后,在这个共产党执政的国家,越南人的务实精神让他们选择了转向市场经济的改革。在河内的街道上,你可以感受到这里的人们为未来打拼的急切心情,而不是在很多贫困地区常见的那种孤苦无助、听天由命的无奈。 在越南,等待你的不仅仅是碧海蓝天、古迹遗址、海鲜大餐、异域风情,还有更多值得探索的人
From remote hill villages to glamorous resorts, from Alpinevalley to busy ports, every corner of Provence is covered. InsightRegional Guides come in a portable format with a rounded spine -making the guides more comfortable to carry on the move. The guidesinclude a free touring map, highlighting the best drives in theregion helping visitors to get the most out of their stay. Thetours are designed to take visitors off the beaten track andhighlight all the major sights along the way. The pull-out map isfully indexed and also includes inset city plans of major towns.There is also a section of insider's tips to help readers setpriorities and save time and money.
Tuck into oysters at Cork, discover the vibrant atmosphere ofDublin, surround yourself with the wild beauty of Killary Harbor.This completely updated Green Guide hand-picks the best Ireland hasto offer. Clearly set out by region with color photos, maps andillustrations, this resourceful guide suggests what to do and whereand offers vacation itineraries and in-depth features on art andculture. The address book gives the best places to stay andrestaurants to feast in. Green Guide Ireland is the only guide onIreland you'll need.
Wallpaper* City Guides are an exciting, stylish new concept in travel guides published by Phaidon Press and Wallpaper* magazine. Glamorous, global and affordable, the new travel guides can be acquired for only $8.95 and feature the world's greatest cities, from Barcelona to Buenos Aires, Istanbul to Sydney, London to Los Angeles. Aimed at the design conscious traveller, the guides offer just the right amount of insider knowledge on the world's most popular cities, from where to stay and what to visit, to where you should eat, shop and be seen. Ideal for a weekend break or business travel, their discreet, pocket sized format tells you everything you need to know, giving you the inside track on what can not be found anywhere else. The guides have been compiled by Wallpaper* magazine's international editors and travel writers who have lived in the featured cities. They provide up-to-the-minute information and authoritative advice on the hottest of venues in the coolest of cities. Each guide will be updated annua
WHAT WILL YOUR BANGKOK ENCOUNTER BE? Watching the sun set while sipping a cocktail at one of Bangkok's rooftop bars Unwinding with a relaxing Thai massage Eating your way through the fresh, irresistible and affordableworld of Thai street food Hunting for bargains in the bustling labyrinth that is ChatuchakWeekend Market Shopping like a Thai teen at Bangkok 's famous malls Recovering from big-city exertions on an idyllic palm-fringedbeach, just a few hours away DISCOVER TWICE THE CITY IN HALF THE TIME Full-color pull out map and detailed neighborhood maps for easynavigation Bangkok resident and veteran food writer recommends the very besteating, drinking, shopping, entertainment and sights Unique itineraries and highlights help you make the best of ashort break Insider tips from tuned-in locals, including a Buddhist monk 'sinsights into the benefits of meditation, and a local food writer's tips on the best places to experience
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
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
53 of the Region's Best Trips! Whether you're a local lookingfor a long weekend escape, a visitor looking to explore or yousimply need some ideas when family and friends come to visit,Lonely Planet's Trips series offers the best itineraries - andmakes it easy to plan the perfect trip time and again. Theme iconsmake finding the perfect trip simple - no matter what yourinterest. Includes easy-to-use maps for every trip, plus drivingtimes and directions. Explore the region with trips ranging fromtwo to five days, and day trips from Boston. Local experts sharetheir favorite trip ideas, including a clam digger's seafood tour,a sculptor's art tour and a winery trip from television personalityChef Harry. Iconic Trips chapter covers must-do trips across theregion, from Fall Foliage to Coastal New England. Tune In on theroad with our regional music playlists. Includes family-friendlyand pet-friendly listings throughout and the Green Index lists theregion's most environmentally friendly options. Travel America w
Georgeanne Brennan moved to Provence in 1970, seeking asimpler life. She set off on her many adventures in Proven?alecuisine by tracking down a herd of goats, a cool workshop, somerennet, and the lost art of making fresh goat cheese. From thisfirst effort throughout her time in Provence, Brennan transformedfrom novice fromagère to renowned, James Beard FoundationAward–winning cookbook author and food writer. A Pig in Provence is the story of how Georgeanne Brennan fell inlove with Provence. But it’s also the story of making a life beyondthe well-trodden path and the story of how food can unite acommunity. In loving detail, Brennan tells of the herders whomaintain a centuries-old grazing route, of the community feast thatbrings a town to one table, and of the daily rhythms and joys ofliving by the cycles of food and nature.
Wallpaper* City Guides are an exciting, stylish new concept in travel guides published by Phaidon Press and Wallpaper* magazine. Glamorous, global and affordable, the new travel guides can be acquired for only $8.95 and feature the world's greatest cities, from Barcelona to Buenos Aires, Istanbul to Sydney, London to Los Angeles. Aimed at the design conscious traveller, the guides offer just the right amount of insider knowledge on the world's most popular cities, from where to stay and what to visit, to where you should eat, shop and be seen. Ideal for a weekend break or business travel, their discreet, pocket sized format tells you everything you need to know, giving you the inside track on what can not be found anywhere else. The guides have been compiled by Wallpaper* magazine's international editors and travel writers who have lived in the featured cities. They provide up-to-the-minute information and authoritative advice on the hottest of venues in the coolest of cities. Each guide will be updated annua
A brand new edition of Insight's Step by Step Marrakesh. Thisitinerary-based guide details 14 of Marrakesh's best walks andtours, written by a local expert, for that personal touch andinsider information. All itineraries are arranged by theme for atruly tailor-made travel experience, so whether you want tonavigate through the hustle and bustle of the souks, enjoy themellow ambience of the coastal towns or relax amongst the unspoiltmountain scenery of Imlil and Mount Toubkal, then there is a tourto suit all. From entertainment, architecture, shopping, parks andgardens and more, this guide covers the best of Marrakesh to makeyour trip truly unforgettable. For those wanting to enjoy the fulltravel experience, this is an ideal way to link the top attractionswith places to eat, drink and rest along the way, along withopening times and admission prices. All itineraries are marked onfull-colour detailed maps alongside the text and also on aseparate, fully indexed pull-out map that can be used inconjunction wi
Explores Indian English's history and its place in society.Full of humorous and quirky expressions, slang, jargon and commonlanguage misunderstandings. Will help travelers speak like localswith Hinglish terms for food, sports and entertainment
Content reflects the hottest must-have experiences. Author is aresident New Yorker.
Packed with phrases on everything from bargaining at a rynok to hiking and eating out, this book will spice up yourUkrainian adventure. Whether bathing in culture or the Black Sea,speak the language and make your experiences unique. Our phrasebooks give you a comprehensive mix ofpractical and social words and phrases in more than 120 languages.Chat with the locals and discover their culture - a guaranteed wayto enrich your travel experience.
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.
In 1912, six months after Robert Falcon Scott and four of hismen came to grief in Antarctica, a thirty-two-year-old Russiannavigator named Valerian Albanov embarked on an expedition thatwould prove even more disastrous. In search of new Arctic huntinggrounds, Albanov's ship, the Saint Anna, was frozen fast in thepack ice of the treacherous Kara Sea-a misfortune grievouslycompounded by an incompetent commander, the absence of crucialnautical charts, insufficient fuel, and inadequate provisions thatleft the crew weak and debilitated by scurvy. For nearly a year and a half, the twenty-five men and onewoman aboard the Saint Anna endured terrible hardships and dangeras the icebound ship drifted helplessly north. Convinced that theSaint Anna would never free herself from the ice, Albanov andthirteen crewmen left the ship in January 1914, hauling makeshiftsledges and kayaks behind them across the frozen sea, hoping toreach the distant coast of Franz Josef Land. With only a shockinglyinaccurate map to g
From Fouad Ajami, an acclaimed author and chronicler of Arabpolitics, comes a compelling account of how a generation of Arabintellectuals tried to introduce cultural renewals in theirhomelands through the forces of modernity and secularism.Ultimately, they came to face disappointment, exile, and, onoccasion, death. Brilliantly weaving together the strands of atumultuous century in Arab political thought, history, and poetry,Ajami takes us from the ruins of Beirut's once glitteringmetropolis to the land of Egypt, where struggle rages between amodernist impulse and an Islamist insurgency, from Nasser'span-Arab nationalist ambitions to the emergence of an uneasy PaxAmericana in Arab lands, from the triumphalism of the Gulf War tothe continuing anguished debate over the Israeli-Palestinian peaceaccords. For anyone who seeks to understand the Middle East, here isan insider's unflinching analysis of the collision betweenintellectual life and political realities in the Arab worldtoday.
For environmentally critical times, Courage for the Earth is acentennial appreciation of Rachel Carson's brave life andtransformative writing Rachel Carson's lyrical, popular books aboutthe sea, including her best-selling The Sea Around Us, set astandard for nature writing. By the late 1950s, Carson was the mostrespected science writer in America. She completed Silent Spring(1962) against formidable personal odds, and with it shaped apowerful social movement that has altered the course of history. InSilent Spring, Carson asserted that "the right of the citizen to besecure in his own home against the intrusion of poisons applied byother persons" must surely be a basic human right. She was thefirst to challenge the moral vacuity of a government that refusedto take responsibility for or to acknowledge evidence ofenvironmental damage. In this volume, today's foremost scientistsand writers give compelling evidence that Carson's transformativeinsights -- her courage for the earth -- are giving a newgeneratio
Shake off the nine to five and get where the living iseasy. Easy like sunny surf beaches, zipping around on motorbikes,Mandi Lulur massages and drinking in the sleek bars of Seminyak.Can't you just feel the water at your toes? Not just cheap andconvenient, these two islands offer so much more. Grab thisinformative guide for a tour around Bali Lombok, with theirfiery cuisine, lush jungle and brilliant beaches. Yes, everyone'sbeen to Bali, now find out why. This guidebook has been fully updated! * Includes a "What's new" section for return visitors and hasexpanded coverage of the Gili Islands and other emerging hotspots. * 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
An inspiring series combines a wealth of breathtakingphotographs and informative texts, helping you to explore the mostfascinating countries and regions on the planet. Over 250 inspiringphotographs capture the essence of each destination and each pagespread is accompanied by informative texts which provide astimulating background read. Over 1,000 carefully selected websitesprovide additional information for the most spectacular sights anda dedicated 20-page atlas section enables readers to locate cities,key landmarks, cultural monuments, national parks and much more. Anideal gift for any occasion!
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.