Rough Guide Travel Guides Series

The Rough Guide to Romania

by Tim Burford and Norm Longley

Published 28 October 2004

The updated fourth edition of the Rough Guide to Romania is the definitive guidebook to one of Europe's most extraordinary nations. A brand-new full-colour section introduces the author's highlights 'the things not to miss' of the country. There are detailed accounts of all the attractions, from the Danube Delta to the bustling capital of Bucharest and the gothic castles of Dracula's Transylvania. The guide reviews the best places to eat, sleep and drink, for every budget. There are practical tips on everything from tracking wolves in the Carpathian Mountains to making the most of the country's many vibrant folk festivals. In the contexts section the authors delve deep into Romania's history, culture and wildlife. This new edition boasts a bigger section on Bucharest and more detailed hiking information throughout the country.

Moscow

by Dan Richardson

Published 27 July 1995

"The Rough Guide to Moscow" is the most up-to-date guide available to the Russian capital, regarded by many as Europe's wildest and fastest-changing city. Features include:

Scandinavia

by Jules Brown, Mick Sinclair, and Et Al

Published 25 March 1993

A guide to Scandinavia which covers Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It features in-depth accounts of all the main towns, critical reviews of accommodation, restaurants and bars, practical guidance on the great outdoors, and discussion of politics, architecture and the environment.

Romania

by Dan Richardson and Tim Burford

Published 27 July 1995

"The best.... So good that Romanians use it". -- Conde Nast Traveler

Romania offers a Latin culture in the heart of Eastern Europe and is one of the last great challenges of European travel. This new edition will find you a room in an unfamiliar town, guide you through the mountains of Transylvania, or take you to the wilds of the Danube Delta.

The Czech and Slovak Republics

by Rob Humphreys and David Charap

Published 25 March 1993

The most comprehensive handbook to these two fascinating countries is now in its fourth edition

Catch up on the latest from the Czech and Slovak Republics: punchy reviews of the best restaurants, pubs, and accommodations in every town; insider's accounts of Prague and Bratislava; and tips on everything from clubs to opera productions. New background articles address the Romanies, racism, and the Slovak/Romanian problem.

Prague

by Rob Humphreys

Published 30 July 1992

"The Rough Guide to Prague" is the most detailed handbook to the city's available, giving background on the sights plus all the information necessary to get the best out of one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Features include:

Hungary

by Dan Richardson, Charlie Hebbert, and Et Al

Published 6 August 1992

A handbook to one of Europe's most fascinating countries. The features of this text include: coverage of Budapest; reviews of the best places to stay, eat and drink, in every region and for every budget; a discussion of all the sights and monuments; and background on diverse topics of interest.

St.Petersburg

by Rob Humphreys and Dan Richardson

Published 24 June 1993

St Petersburg is one of the loveliest cities in Europe, the former capital of the Tsars of Russia. Known throughout the Communist decades as Leningrad, Russia's traditional "window on the West" is now ripe for rediscovery following the break-up of the Soviet Union. This guidebook covers the city in great detail, guiding the visitor through problems and pitfalls and explaining how to arrange visa or private lodgings, how to get into the best restaurants, how to use a Russian bathhouse, and how to speed through the canals. It features detailed maps which mark all street names and metro stations. There is also coverage of imperial palaces and the surrounding towns of Novgorod and Vyborg.

The Rough Guide to Moscow

by Dan Richardson

Published 28 April 2005

The Rough Guide to Moscow is the insider's handbook to Russia's fastest-changing city. The guide includes extensive coverage of all the sights, from the Kremlin cathedrals and palaces to Stalin skyscrapers and the KGB museum. There are lively reviews of the best places to stay, eat and drink, plus the low-down on the ballet, concert-going and clubbing. Coverage is also given to nearby attractions including Lenin's estate, the medieval town of Suzdal and the Trinity Monastery. This new edition also includes a full-colour introduction with over 30 photos of the best activities and sights Moscow has to offer. Finally there is informed background on Moscow's history, politics and culture, from Ivan the Terrible to Putin and Tchaikovsky to Tatu.

Austria

by Jonathan Bousfield and Rob Humphreys

Published 30 July 1998

Confidently takes you across this fascinating and diverse country. Coverage extends from the cosmopolitan cities of Vienna and Salzburg, with their exciting nightlife and cultural offerings, to the little-visited wine-making region of Weinviertal, along the Czech border and the tranquil Alpine valleys of the Tyrol. Throughout the guide, informed accounts of all the attractions are complimented by first-hand reviews of the best places to stay, in all price categories.