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| Alaska Rough Guide (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843537724) "The Rough Guide to Alaska" is your complete guidebook to one of the world's greatest adventure destinations. From the wildlife of the Glacier Bay National Park to cruising the epic highways, the full-colour introduction highlights all the 'things-not-to-miss'. There are insider reviews of all the best places to stay, eat and drink, both on and off the beaten track, with the new 'Author's Pick' feature highlighting the very best options. There are evocative accounts of the state's varied wilderness, from the majestic peak of Denali to the glaciers of Prince William Sound, plus lively reports on Anchorage, Fairbanks, and all the states rough-hewn towns. There is plenty of expert advice on a multitude of outdoor activities, from hiking, kayaking, rafting and even trying your hand at panning for gold or riding a husky sled. "The Rough Guide to Alaska" is like having a local friend plan your trip! more>> |
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| Algarve Rough Guide Map (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843533078) Produced in rip-proof "Polyart" paper, this map to the Algarve region features footpath and contour lines as well as details of petrol stations and road surfaces. more>> |
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| Amsterdam Rough Guide Map (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843536741) The essential companion to this colourful city. "The Rough Guide Map Amsterdam" pin-points the best the city has to offer, from the Anne Frankhuis to elegant waterways and bustling Dam square. The best shopping streets, pedestrian zones and major buildings are all edged in different colours to make them easier to find.
The useful 'Time Map' charts the opening days and times of all the city's sights and the map's detailed transport information will help you make the most of the city's train, trams, buses, cycle and canal routes. Unbeatable combination of practicality and clarity printed on waterproof, rip-proof paper. Find your way around this enchanting city with "The Rough Guide Map Amsterdam". more>> |
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| Andalucia Rough Guide (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843535874) Explore every corner of this beautiful Spanish region, with the revised fifth edition of the "Rough Guide to Andalucia". Let the 24-page, full-colour section inspire you on where to go and what to see, from the stunning White Town of Ronda to the prehistoric site of Los Millares. In addition, there are three, new, 4-page, full-colour inserts: Tapas', Flamenco' and Semana Santa' (Holy Week). The new author picks' section highlights the regions best hotels and restaurants, plus there are hundreds of listings of all the top bars, clubs, shops and tapas bars, to suit all budgets. The guide takes a detailed look at green' Andalucia, with extensive coverage of National Parks, Natural Parks, and a special section on Andalucia's flora and fauna. To help you make the most of outdoor' Andalucia, there is plenty of practical tips and advice on everything from hiking and rock climbing to kite surfing and mountain biking. The guide comes complete with over 55 maps and plans for the whole area. more>> |
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| Argentina Rough Guide (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843533375) The second edition of the Rough Guide to Argentina explores the country in its entirety, from cosmopolitan Buenos Aires to the spectacular Rio de la Plata and Iguazu Falls in the north and remote Ushaia in the far south. The Rough Guide also includes areas often visited on short trips from Argentina - Tierra del Fuego, Chilean Patagonia and Colonia del Sacramento in Uruguay. The Rough Guide includes a 24-page full-colour introduction to the country's highlights, hand-picked by the authors. As well as all the first-hand reviews of the best places to stay, eat, drink and party in every town and province, there is detailed advice on the many outdoor activities available - from horseback treks to white-water rafting to heli-skiing. Throughout the guide there are also insightful boxes on Argentinian culture, including the birth of tango, the rise of Peron and the religion of football. more>> |
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| Argentina Rough Guide Map (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843532316) This double-sided route-planning and topographical map covers the whole of this vast country (second largest in South America after Brazil) from the tropical far north beyond Salta, across the flatlands of the Pampa to the desolate southern reaches of Tierra de Fuego, including the Chilean far south and Cape Horn. Features include full road numbering and classification from motorways to rural tracks, accompanied by complete coverage of the country's railway system and 180 sites of local interest. A gazetteer includes more than 500 entries, including every significant location in the country, from the suburbs of Buenos Aires to the peaks of the Andes. The map is made from rip-proof, waterproof "plastic" paper. more>> |
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| Athens Rough Guide City Map (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781858287171) The essential companion to this phenomenal city, "The Rough Guide Map Athens" pin-points the best the city has to offer, from the spectacular Acropolis and the National Archieological Museum to the flee markets of Monastiraki. The best shopping streets, pedestrian zones and major buildings are all edged in different colours to make them easier to find. The useful 'Time Map' charts the opening days and times of all the city's sights and the map's detailed transport information will help you make the most of the city's taxis, buses and trams.
It is an unbeatable combination of practicality and clarity printed on waterproof, rip-proof pape more>> |
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| Australia Rough Guide (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843534754) The Rough Guide to Australia, now in its seventh edition, is the ultimate guide to the continent. The guide opens with a full-colour section bursting with the best attractions and activities on offer throughout the country, from watching the Melbourne Cup to trekking through the Kimberley. The main chapters of the guide, arranged by region, provide detailed coverage of all the attractions from glamorous Sydney to the rugged grandeur of the Red Centre. Critical reviews are given of all the best places to stay, eat and drink and accurate maps pinpoint the locations of the listings. There are practical tips on activities, from sailing the Whitsundays to four-wheel driving around Fraser Island and getting the most out of Sydney's Mardi Gras. Finally, in the Contexts section, there are lively and informed articles on history, wildlife, cinema and Aboriginal culture. more>> |
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| Australia Rough Guide Map (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843532088) In partnership with a consortium of European cartographers, Rough Guides is delighted to announce the launch of a new series of country and regional maps. Since inception in Germany in spring 2001, the World Mapping Project - "the last great adventure in cartography: its task to map every country with state-of-the-art technology" - has met with critical acclaim. Now Rough Guides, brings these clear, accessible and information-packed maps to the UK and the English-speaking world. As with the city map series, Rough Guide Country and Regional Maps are printed on waterproof and "rip-proof" Polyart paper. more>> |
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| Austria Rough Guide (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843534556) This Rough Guide is the perfect companion for any Tyrolean adventure. In-depth coverage of the country's contemporary culture from Linz's virtual arts festival to the floating opera of Bregenz and the world-class concert venues of Vienna, the Rough Guide includes practical listings to fill the itineraries of travellers with varied tastes and budgets. There is sound advice on outdoor pursuits, from hiking spectacular alpine passes to skiing in the Tyrol. This edition features a brand-new full-colour section with the country's highlights, selected by the authors to help the reader find the best things to see and experience. Illustrated with stunning photos and accurate user-friendly maps, the guide is indispensable for any traveller. more>> |
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| Bahamas Rough Guide (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843537762) "The Rough Guide to The Bahamas" is your definitive handbook to these beautiful islands. From the finest scuba and snorkelling spots on Paradise Island to the bustling cities of Nassau and Freeport, the full-colour section introduces all of the region's highlights. For every town and village, there are comprehensive and opinionated listings of all the best resorts, hotels, bars and restaurants, to suit all tastes and budgets, plus a new Author's Pick' feature to highlight the very best options. There is plenty of practical advice for a host of outdoor activities from hiking and fishing to surfing and kayaking. The guide also includes lively accounts of Bahamian history, culture and wildlife and comes complete with maps covering the entire region. "The Rough Guide to The Bahamas" is like having a local friend plan your trip! more>> |
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| Bali and Lombok Rough Guide (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843535096) The Rough Guide to Bali & Lombok is the definitive guide to these two spectacular Indonesian islands. A 24-page, full-colour introduction gives an inspiring insight into many of the islands' highlights, from the dramatic clifftop temples and sparkling white-sand beaches to the unforgettable sunrise views from Gunung Batur. The guide includes extensive reviews of the islands' finest places to eat, sleep and drink for visitors on any budget. Whether you are an active traveller looking for advice on the best diving spots or looking for a something more relaxed like a spa or a cookery course, this guide offers all the dependable and practical advice you will need to know. The guide also takes a detailed look at Bali and Lombok's history, religion and culture, and comes complete with maps and plans for every region. more>> |
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| Baltic States Rough Guide (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781858288406) A comprehensive guide to one of Europe's most fascinating regions. There are definitive accounts of the up-and-coming city-break destinations of Tallinn, Riga and Vilnius as well as full coverage of the countries' unspoilt lakes, forests and national parks. For every city, town and village there are insider's reviews of accommodation, restaurants and nightlife and for outdoor enthusiasts there is practical advice on the best places for hiking, canoeing and birdwatching. Includes over 50 maps and 24 pages of colour photographs. more>> |
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| Bangkok Rough Guide (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843537809) The "Rough Guide to Bangkok" is your essential handbook to this dynamic and intriguing city. From the royal temples and palaces of Ratanakos to the vibrant weekend market at Chatuchak, the 24-page, full-colour introduction pinpoints all of the city's highlights. There are details of all the best places to stay, eat and drink, to suit every budget, plus a new 'Authors' Picks' feature to highlight the very best options. There is up-to-date information on excursions around the city, including trips to the grandiose ruins of Ayutthaya and the war sights along the River Kwai. The guide takes a detailed look at Bangkok's culture and history and comes complete with easy-to-read maps and plans for every district. The "Rough Guide to Bangkok" is like having a local friend plan your trip. more>> |
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| Barcelona Rough Guide City Map (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843531494) Packed with information, this double-sided map is printed on waterproof paper. The colours used for mapping have been chosen after research into what works best in different light conditions, so the map should be as easy to read under street lamps as it is in daylight. The main area of the city is covered, with an enlarged downtown city centre street map on the reverse.
A comprehensive street index and clearly marked one-way streets and pedestrianized areas should make this map ideal for use on foot, driving, or using public transport. more>> |
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