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| Bulgaria Rough Guide (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843534570) This is the 5th edition of this very successful title so represents 15 years of accumulated travel experience to this little-known but deeply rewarding country. Over this period the Rough Guide has established itself as the agenda-setting book which consistently opens up new destinations and new aspects of Bulgarian tourism - from the remote Belogadchik region to the white sand beaches of the southern Black Sea coast. The Rough Guide is written and researched by people who have lived in Bulgaria, and so provides deeply insightful accounts of all the regions and their attractions. As ever, this is a guide for independent travellers on any budget, with accommodation listings ranging from the film stars' favourite, Castle Hrankov in Sofia, to local campsites. more>> |
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| California Rough Guide (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843539995) This is a comprehensive guidebook to California with full coverage of the state's sights and attractions and detailed listings of accommodation - from budget to upscale - restaurants and nightlife. It provides in-depth coverage of all the national and state parks and reserves, including Death Valley, Sequoia, Yosemite and Lassen, with detailed information on hiking, rafting, and other outdoor activities. A full-colour section introduces California, and three new full-colour inserts explore California food and drink, opportunities for outdoor pursuits and Californian music.
From stuffing your face with tacos in San Diego to searching for Lemurians around Mt Shasta, this guide brings California to life. Make the most of your time with "The Rough Guide to California". more>> |
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| California Rough Guide Map (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843533658) In partnership with the World Mapping Project, Rough Guides has launched an exciting new series of country and regional maps. It features modern mapping and bang up-to-date research. As with Rough Guides’ city map series, these brilliantly clear, accessible and information-packed maps are printed on waterproof and rip-proof Polyart™ paper. By offering an unbeatable combination of practicality, clarity of design and amazing value, they set a new benchmark in cartography. more>> |
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| Cambodia Rough Guide (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781858286778) Make the most of your time with "The Rough Guide to Cambodia", the definitive companion to this increasingly popular destination. It features a full-colour section that introduces Cambodia's highlights, from the world-renowned spires of Angkor Wat to the stunning tropical beaches of Sihanoukville. Using informed accounts, it helps you clue-up on every top sight including the old colonial buildings that line the river at Battambang and the atmospheric mountain scenery of Rattanakiri.
The guide features new full-colour sections on Festivals and Temple Architecture as well as insightful features on Cambodian history, religion, literature, art and cultural life with expert background on everything from Khmer architecture to longboat racing on Tonle Sap. There are plenty of practical tips on all the best accommodation, transportation and Cambodia's intriguing cuisine plus lively reviews of hundreds of shops, bars and clubs. Explore the best of Cambodia with the clearest maps of any guide. more>> |
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| Cape Town The Winelands & the Garden Route Rough Guide (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781858288642) Make the most of your time with "The Rough Guide to Cape Town, the Winelands & the Garden Route", the most comprehensive guide to South Africa's popular tourist region. The full-colour introduction highlights Cape Town's buzzing night scene and its best beaches, mountain hikes and whale-watching spots. Featuring a detailed look at the history of Cape Town with full-colour sections on the Western Cape's unique architecture and astonishing array of wildlife, it also extensively covers South Africa's famous Winelands region, the beautiful Garden Route and the awesome Route 62 - the backcountry route through the Karoo Mountains and the Eastern Cape game reserves.
The guide covers all the essentials for every budget: accommodation, from budget campsites to the ritziest hotels, as well restaurant, bar and nightclub listings. Make the most of your time with "The Rough Guide to Cape Town, the Winelands & the Garden Route". more>> |
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| Caribbean Rough Guide (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843535140) With over 800 pages and 100 maps, the Rough Guide to The Caribbean is the ultimate handbook to this chain of tropical islands. In-depth coverage of the entire region with accounts of all the lively capital cities, colonial towns and remote, unspoiled beaches. There are hundreds of reviews of the best places to stay, eat and drink, from all-inclusive resorts to characterful beachfront shacks, and everything in between. The authors give expert advice on exploring the islands up close, whether hiking in Dominica's rainforest, diving in the Cayman Islands or experiencing the local culture - plus tips on island hopping. more>> |
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| Central America Rough Guide (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843532880) The Rough Guide to Central America gives unparalleled coverage to all seven Central American countries. The guide provides focused advice and information for those doing overland travel and planning multi-country trips. The full-colour introduction gives a run down of the regions climate, culture and geography and includes the inspirational 'Things Not to Miss' - stunning photography of the best sights, activities and events the region has to offer from the beaches of the Caribbean coast to the lost Maya cities of the jungle. There are opinionated reviews of the best places to stay eat and drink, assuring the experience will match the expectations. Topical coverage is given to each country's culture and politics, with background articles on history, wildlife and ecotourism. For every region of every country there is practical advice on the wide range of activities available, from scuba diving off the reefs of Belize to exploring the flora and fauna of the cloudforests. more>> |
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| Chicago Rough Guide (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843536154) Whether you want to shop on Michigan Avenue, listen to blues on Lincoln Park or simply ride the El around The Loop, "The Rough Guide to Chicago" will help you all the way. The 16-page, full-colour section introduces all of the city's highlights, from the spectacular city skyline to boat tours along the Chicago River, with two new, 4-page, full-colour inserts: Chicago Food and Chicago Architecture. The guide includes a new author pick' section of the city's top hotels and restaurants to suit every taste and budget plus, lively reviews of hundreds of shops, clubs and live-music venues. There are new chapters on Rogers Park, the Art Institute of Chicago and a re-worked list of art galleries. With maps and plans for the entire city, this guidebook promises to help you to get the most from your trip. more>> |
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| Chicago Rough Guide City Map (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843532965) The best place to start exploring Chicago is the loop, the city's downtown and birthplace. With "The Rough Guide Map" in hand you'll be able to easily locate the main attractions, the city's premier art museum and the quarter-mile-high Sears Tower. Handy listings point you to the best places to eat, drink and stay. Like all maps in the "Rough Guides" series, the Chicago map features a time chart of opening hours and full coverage of the outskirts and day-trip options. The map's detailed transport information and clear layout should help you make the best use of the "el" (the subway and elevated train system) and the city's buses. more>> |
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| Chile Rough Guide (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843535492) This third edition of the "Rough Guide to Chile" explores all corners of the country from the vast Atacama Desert and magnificent, snow-capped Volcan Osorno to the granite spires of the Torres del Paine massif in Southern Patagonia and the mysterious moai statues on Easter Island. The guide includes reviews for all the best places to stay, eat and drink, to suit every taste and budget - plus a new 'Authors' Picks' feature to highlight the very best options. There is plenty of practical information for a range of outdoor pursuits, from trekking and white-water rafting to skiing and snow-boarding. The guide takes a detailed look at Chile's history and culture and comes complete with maps and plans for every region. more>> |
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| Chile Rough Guide Map (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843534860) In partnership with the World Mapping Project, Rough Guides has launched an exciting new series of country and regional maps. It features modern mapping and bang up-to-date research. As with Rough Guides’ city map series, these brilliantly clear, accessible and information-packed maps are printed on waterproof and rip-proof Polyart™ paper. By offering an unbeatable combination of practicality, clarity of design and amazing value, they set a new benchmark in cartography. more>> |
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| China Rough Guide (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843534792) With over 1300 pages and 150 maps, the "Rough Guide to China" is the essential handbook to this vast and extraordinary country. In-depth coverage of the entire country, from buzzing Beijing, Hong Kong and Shanghai to the ethnic minority regions of the southwest and Tibet. The authors give expert practical advice for every budget on where to stay, where to find the best local cuisine and getting round by public transport. There are also invaluable translations into Chinese script of place names, accommodation and restaurants. The guide also gives a detailed background on China's history, politics, cultures and peoples. more>> |
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| Corsica Rough Guide (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843536086) Explore every corner of this beautiful island with the revised fifth edition of the "Rough Guide to Corsica". The 24-page, full-colour introduction will inspire you on where to go and what to see, from the spectacular views of Spenlunca Gorge to the blissfully unspoilt beach of La Plage d'Arone. The new author picks' section highlights the island's best hotels and restaurants, plus there are hundreds of listings of all the top resorts, bars, clubs and shops to suit all budgets. The guide takes a detailed look at Corsica's historic sites from megalithic Filitosa to Napoleon's birthplace in Ajaccio, with an informed background on Corsican history, culture and wildlife. There is plenty of practical advice on outdoor activities, including hiking the famous GR20 route. The guide comes complete with maps and plans for the whole island. more>> |
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| Corsica Rough Guide Map (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843534839) In partnership with the World Mapping Project, Rough Guides has launched an exciting new series of country and regional maps. It features modern mapping and bang up-to-date research. As with Rough Guides’ city map series, these brilliantly clear, accessible and information-packed maps are printed on waterproof and rip-proof Polyart™ paper. By offering an unbeatable combination of practicality, clarity of design and amazing value, they set a new benchmark in cartography. more>> |
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| Costa Rica & Panama Rough Guide Map (Rough Guides, ISBN: 9781843534815) In partnership with the World Mapping Project, Rough Guides has launched an exciting new series of country and regional maps. It features modern mapping and bang up-to-date research. As with Rough Guides’ city map series, these brilliantly clear, accessible and information-packed maps are printed on waterproof and rip-proof Polyart™ paper. By offering an unbeatable combination of practicality, clarity of design and amazing value, they set a new benchmark in cartography. more>> |
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