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| Alsace-Vosges: Vacances Guide Book (Hachette Travel Guides, ISBN: 9781842021675) Bordered by the mighty Rhine to the east, Alsace is an expanse of thickly wooded greenery criss-crossed by streams and rivers. French with a touch of Teutonic tidyness, Germanic place names betray the region's dual identity and turbulent past. Follow the Route du Vin and do some wine tasting. Drink in the spectacular scenery on the Route des Cretes. Explore the medieval villages and ruined chateaux, or the rambling narrow streets of Strasbourg and Colmar. Go horse riding, hiking, cycling, or fishing. Try choucroute or tarte alsacienne, washed down with a glass of the local beer in a weinstube. more>> | |
| Ardeche: Vacances Guide Book (Hachette Travel Guides, ISBN: 9781842021613) A guide to Ardeche. Bordered by the Rhone valley and encompassing dramatic gorges, caves, rivers and lakes, the region is famed for its spectacular landscape. There is plenty to do and see - climbing, rambling, watersports, even ballooning. more>> | |
| Basque Country: Vacances Guide Book (Hachette Travel Guides, ISBN: 9781842021590) The Basque country straddles both France and Spain, but its strong sense of a distinct and separate nationhood gives it a very different identity, making a stay in this region quite unique. The coastline is lovely and resorts such as St. Jean-de-Luz, San Sebastian and Biarritz are buzzing during the summer months. Dice with death and run with the bulls in Pamplona, explore the Guggenheim in Bilbao (hot new destination for the Brits), catch up with the pilgrims on their way to Santiago de Compostela at Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port. Then, to restore the energy levels, tuck into a plate of piperade or poulet basquaise washed down with a glass of Rioja or Irouleguy. This is a continuation of the "Vacances" series of guides, full of information and ideas for the family and active holiday-maker, with an emphasis on activities and leisure pursuits as well as sight-seeing. more>> | |
| Catalonia: Vacances Guide Book (Hachette Travel Guides, ISBN: 9781842020999) One of the most popular coastal regions in Spain, a country which in turn is Britain's number one holiday destination, Catalonia has much to offer. Rich in natural resources and spectacular scenery - the beaches of the Costa Brava, mountains, lakes and forests, wildlife, National Park of Aiguestortes. Rich in culture - historic remains, churches, castles, monasteries, charming and picturesque villages - Calella de Palafrugell, Cadaques, historic Tarragona, Montserrat, Figueres, the home town of Dali. The fabulous city of Barcelona with its long artistic tradition - Miro, Tapies, Gaudi. A fierce pride in the Catalan regional heritage and culture - the Catalan language merits its own newspapers and editions of books. And of course, food and wine - local delicacies such as paella, tapas, anchovies, crema catalana, turron and, of course, wine. more>> | |
| Corsica: Vacances Guide Book (Hachette Travel Guides, ISBN: 9781842021002) Corsica is an interesting mix, France with an Italian twist. There are many reasons to visit the island, quite apart from its lovely sunny weather: dramatically beautiful with mountains plunging down to a rugged shoreline and glittering sea; picturesque villages, hillside shrines, spring flowers in the maquis; walking, climbing, watersports of every description; fresh seafood, wine, homegrown olives, cheeses and ham; the popular resorts of Calvi, Ajaccio, Bonifacio, L'Ile-Rousse. The Corsicans dislplay a fierce pride in their unique cultural heritage and history, which includes the legacy of the Corsican bandits and of course Napoleon, the most famous Corsican of them all. The guide explores the region via typical themes with specialist maps pinpointing the best place to pursue different interests such as walks, chateaux and views. It also examines the island by subdividing it into smaller areas, recommending towns, villages, areas of natural beauty and monuments and attractions. The guide caters for a wide range of ages ranging from young children to the elderly. more>> | |
| French Alps: Vacances Guide Book (Hachette Travel Guides, ISBN: 9781842021668) Containing some of France's most stunning and dramatic landscape and three beautiful regional parks, it is not surprising to learn that the best way to discover the Alps is on foot. However, there are plenty of other things for the energetic to do - from skiing and climbing (naturally), to rafting and sailing, or, for the more leisurely, simply taking the spa waters. Culture vultures can visit abbeys, monasteries and fortresses, while foodies can inspect markets, sample local delicacies and quaff some excellent wines. This colourful guide includes plenty of information to enable you to have a successful holiday whatever your interests. more>> | |
| Normandy: Vacances Guide Book (Hachette Travel Guides, ISBN: 9781842020975) Deauville, Honfleur, Mont St-Michel, wide sandy beaches, gently undulating countryside dotted with half-timbered houses, historic towns, castles and abbeys, cider, calvados and a wealth of seafood all serve to make Normandy one of the most popular regions of France for the UK traveller. This guide is packed with information and featuring over 500 things to do and see, this travel guide pinpoints the best places to visit various interests, such as walks, views and chateaux. It also recommends towns, villages, areas of natural beauty and monuments and attraction throughout the region. more>> | |
| Provence & the Cote d Azur: Vacances Guide Book (Hachette Travel Guides, ISBN: 9781842020067) Provence and its neighbour the Cote d'Azur have long held a particular allure for the British on holiday. This guide explores the region via typical themes with specialist maps pinpointing the best place to pursue an interest such as chateaux, cultural heritage and markets. It also subdivides the area into smaller zones, recommending towns, villages, areas of natural beauty and monuments and attractions. The guide is packed with information and includes over 600 things to do and see for holidaymakers of all ages. more>> | |
| Pyrenees & Gascony: Vacances Guide Book (Hachette Travel Guides, ISBN: 9781842020159) This colourful holiday guide explores the regions via typical themes with specialist maps pinpointing the best places to pursue popular holiday interests such as the best chateaux, the best views, the best walks. The guide also divides the region into smaller areas and recommends towns, villages, areas of natural beauty and monuments and attractions. The guide is packed with over 350 things to do and see, suitable for all ages and includes discount vouchers offereing reductions on entry fees to attraction described within thr guide and money off local goods. more>> | |
| South West France & the Dordogne: Vacances Guide Book (Hachette Travel Guides, ISBN: 9781842020142) The South-West of France is full of interesting things to do and see on holiday, the vineyards of Bordeaux and the Medoc, the medieval villaves of Aquitaine, country crafts and festivals, and more. This colourful guide is full of information organised clearly in topic-based spreads and describes over 600 things to see and do. The guide is divided into two sections, the first explores the region via typical themes with specialist maps pinpointing the best place to pursue an interest, the best chateaux, the best views, the best walks. The second section subdivides the region into smaller areas, recommending towns, villages, areas of natural beauty and monuments and attractions. All ages are catered for from children to grandparents. more>> |
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