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Spend the afternoon relaxing on Venezuela's Caribbean coastline, diving in crystal clear waters or taking pictures at a marine national park. When you tire of the beach, head to the bustling streets of Merida, the wildlife of the plains or the humid intensity of the Amazon rainforest. Footprintfocus Venezuela offers detailed and thoroughly researched coverage of the land once described by Columbus as `Paradise of Earth'. Features essential information on getting there and around plus fascinating insights into the history and culture of the country.
* Essentials section with useful advice on getting there and around.
* Highlights map of Venezuela so you know what not to miss.
* Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where to eat, sleep and have fun.
* Detailed street maps for Caracas and other key destinations.
* Slim enough to fit in your pocket.
Loaded with advice and information, this concise Footprintfocus guide will help you get the most out of Venezuela without weighing you down.
The content of Footprintfocus Venezuela guide has been extracted from Footprint's South American Handbook.
* Essentials section with useful advice on getting there and around.
* Highlights map of Venezuela so you know what not to miss.
* Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where to eat, sleep and have fun.
* Detailed street maps for Caracas and other key destinations.
* Slim enough to fit in your pocket.
Loaded with advice and information, this concise Footprintfocus guide will help you get the most out of Venezuela without weighing you down.
The content of Footprintfocus Venezuela guide has been extracted from Footprint's South American Handbook.
Now in its 86th edition, the "South American Handbook" has a legendary reputation in travel guide publishing. Firmly established as the 'Travellers' Bible', it provides unparalleled depth and coverage of the most exciting continent on earth. This new edition has been comprehensively updated and is packed full of advice to help independent travellers get off the well-trodden 'Gringo Trail'. From vibrant cities, wild carnivals, stunning landscapes and architectural wonders, it's the most important thing you'll pack. The 'Granddaddy' of travel guides is back once again! This title features unparalleled coverage of the entire region. The author, Ben Box, is a South American expert. This title includes detailed listings for every country in the region. Adventure sports, activities, arts and culture, historic sites and the best places to eat drink and sleep are all covered. It is annually updated - making it the most up-to-date guide available.
Cusco, ancient capital of the Incas, is now the Gringo capital of South America. "Footprint's" acclaimed guide to the region, now in its 3rd edition, helps you get the most out of this fascinating corner of Peru, with insights into Inca culture and details of how to reach all the best ruins. The fully-updated new edition keeps you up-to-date with Cusco's ever-changing nightlife, as well as including essential information on whitewater rafting, mountain biking and climbing, and full descriptions of 'new' treks, allowing the more adventurous and conservation-minded travellers to take the pressure off the famous Inca Trail to Machu Picchu.
When the rain stops falling and the mist clears there is no more beautiful place on Earth than the Scottish Highlands and Islands, Europe's last great wilderness. If there is a heaven, then it must look like this, but let's hope the petrol's cheaper. Hailed as the best guidebook to the region, "Footprint's Scotland Highlands & Islands" gives you everything you need to get the most out of your trip.
From the top of the London Eye, with the river meandering through the heart of one of the great capital cities in the world, all of main points of interest can be seen. Cathedrals, Abbeys and Wren's churches, Houses of Parliament and the grand buildings of government, majestic concert halls and museums, but also acres of green spaces and bustling streets full of shoppers. In this guide, you can discover London's historical heart and its ultra modern museums, its traditions and royal family. You'll find the best places to eat, drink and dance the night away as well as the most reasonable places to stay. And when you are tired of it, try one of our especially choesn day trips...
With a comprehensive background section detailing all you need to know about the ancient culture and history of Peru, this guide also takes travellers off the beaten track to find wildlife sanctuaries, the source of the Amazon, pyramids, condors and the famous Inca Trail.
Brazil, the fifth largest country in the world and covering nearly half of South America, is incomprehensively vast. The key to any visit is maximizing on time, whether two weeks or two months, and deciding what it is possible to do in that time. The variety ranges from the cosmopolitan beaches of the coastline around Rio or the enormous Amazon basin, to Bahia, known as "Africa in exile" in northeastern Brazil. This handbook contains comprehensive, practical information to get the visitor around the country, and in its pocket-sized format, is portable and lightweight. It contains information on: how to plan a trip whether visiting for two weeks or two months; how to make the most of the highlights of Brazil; the latest advice and hints on air passes, trains and buses; useful Portuguese words and phrases; where to stay and eat, whatever the budget; and what to take, what to leave behind and what to buy.
A comprehensive guide providing practical and background information to get the visitor around the vast country of Brazil. This second updated edition is in a travel-proof paperback format with extra extending flaps, and it includes: highlights of Brazil illustrated with colour photography; comprehensive information from where to stay, eat and drink to how to stay healthy; useful Portuguese words and phrases; and colour maps to help plan a trip.
A comprehensive updated guide to the beautiful South American country of Venezuela. From Angel Falls to the Caribbean, Venezuela's many and varied attractions are covered in depth for the independently-minded traveller. The handbook includes: highlights of the country with colour photography; practical advice on outdoor activities from scuba diving and white-water rafting to climbing hills and watching whales; comprehensive practical information on where to stay, what to eat and drink and keeping healthy; and colour maps to help plan a trip.
Peru is the quintessential South American destination and is attracting ever more visitors each year. This up-to-date guide offers everything the visitor needs to know from remote Andean tracks to ecotours in the Amazon rainforest. The guide includes up-to-date information on Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail and a special feature on "adventure travel" in Peru - climbing, trekking, rafting, skiing, mountain biking, surfing, diving, fishing and the rest. It also covers planning a trip, where to go, when to go and how to make the best use of the time available, along with basic Spanish for travellers - basic language to kick-start the learning curve. In addition the guide offers coverage of all the "classic" Inca sites and all the more recently discovered sites throughout the country. This edition also includes a full colour map highlighting the best sights, plus improved contents listings and chapter openings so that you can find what you want quickly.
Edinburgh is one of the great European cities, with a distinctive architectural heritage, the famous International Arts Festival and the added status of the arrival of the Scottish parliament. This pocket guide gets under the skin of the city, covering it area by area, with critical reviews of restaurants, hotels, bars, cafes and pubs, including "Five of the Best" ratings, as well as the festivals, from the world's greatest arts festival to the biggest New Year's Eve party in Europe. The book also covers: shopping - how to get the most out of retail therapy; watering holes - where to enjoy the city's liberal licensing laws; top music venues - the low-down on vibes from folk to flava; and accounts of all the sights from the castle to Leith.
A comprehensive updated guide to the beautiful South American country of Venezuela. From Angel Falls to the Caribbean, Venezuela's many and varied attractions are covered in depth for the independently-minded traveller. The handbook includes: highlights of the country with colour photography; practical advice on outdoor activities from scuba diving and white-water rafting to climbing hills and watching whales; comprehensive practical information on where to stay, what to eat and drink and keeping healthy; and colour maps to help plan a trip.
Including the most up-to-date and informed listings, this pocket guide to Glasgow contains advice on getting there and getting around.
These brand-new or newly updated guides feature the authoritative and detailed coverage characteristic of all Footprint Handbooks. The authors are experts who have lived or worked in the countries they write about, and their prose will inspire readers to enjoy traveling as much as they do.
-- Hands down the most current and authoritative resource for maps and vital global information
-- Packed with up-to-date information, including highlights of virtually every town and site
-- Includes money-saving tips, advice on staying healthy, and anecdotes on local history, culture, customs, and etiquette.
-- Hands down the most current and authoritative resource for maps and vital global information
-- Packed with up-to-date information, including highlights of virtually every town and site
-- Includes money-saving tips, advice on staying healthy, and anecdotes on local history, culture, customs, and etiquette.
Swaying palm trees, golden beaches, a hammock at siesta time, and sunset rum cocktails: this is the bare minimum of a relaxing Caribbean holiday. Throw in Calypso music, Hindu temples and Parisian cafes selling coffee and croissants and you're close to experiencing the unique melting pot of cultures in Guyana, Guyane and Suriname. Each tiny country is home to a diverse mix of cultures and yet they have all kept their own identities and traditions. Few places boast the cultural and culinary fusion of this 'Caribbean corner' of South America. * Perfect for anyone who prefers to travel without the tourists: This concise guidebook covers places that are simply not featured in any other travel guide.
* Objective recommendations of great places to stay and eat.
* Fascinating insights into the region's history and culture.
* Highlights map of the region plus detailed street maps to important towns and cities.
* Slim enough to fit in your pocket.
With unparalleled depth and breadth of coverage of this vibrant region, the Footprintfocus guide to Guyana, Guyane and Suriname will help you get the best out of your adventure without weighing you down. The content of Footprint Focus Guyana, Guyane & Suriname guide has been taken directly from Footprint's South America Handbook.
* Objective recommendations of great places to stay and eat.
* Fascinating insights into the region's history and culture.
* Highlights map of the region plus detailed street maps to important towns and cities.
* Slim enough to fit in your pocket.
With unparalleled depth and breadth of coverage of this vibrant region, the Footprintfocus guide to Guyana, Guyane and Suriname will help you get the best out of your adventure without weighing you down. The content of Footprint Focus Guyana, Guyane & Suriname guide has been taken directly from Footprint's South America Handbook.
Barbados offers the ideal Caribbean holiday. Whether you're seeking some serious relaxation in the sun or rugged coastal walking, this island has something to offer everyone. FootprintFocus provides invaluable information on transport, accommodation, eating and entertainment to ensure that your trip includes the best of this sun-drenched isle. * Essentials section with useful advice on getting to and around the island of Barbados. * Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where to eat, sleep and play. * Includes information on tour operators and activities, from sipping rum on the plantations to golfing in the sunshine. * Detailed maps for Barbados and its key destinations. * Slim enough to fit in your pocket. With detailed information on all the main sights, plus many lesser-known attractions, FootprintFocus Barbados provides concise and comprehensive coverage of one the Caribbean's most sought-after destinations.
With the best bits of England, Scotland and Wales, this title higlights the "must see" sites from the Tower of London to the celtic cities of Cardiff and Glasgow. The great outdoors also features from the great glens and lochs of Scotland to the charm of the Pembrokeshire coast and England's finest coastlines. The guide also offers objective recommendations of the best places to stay from humble bed and breakfasts to luxury hotels, in addition to where to find the best food and drink. Adventure highs, cool towns, the softest sandy beaches, and suggestions for walks are also included. There is also a calendar of special events - including free ones.
The guide provides objective listings on the best places to stay - from country B&Bs to Lake District camping barns - along with where to find the best food and drink - fish and chip shops in Whitby, slick city bars and countryside locals. Also included are walking suggestions plus a festivals and events section - the weird and wonderful.
Lush, tropical landscapes define this area of the Caribbean. From the low-key and traditional Dominica to the spectacular mountains of St Lucia, there is much to explore. FootprintFocus provides invaluable information on transport, accommodation, eating and entertainment to ensure that your trip includes the best of these accessible and rewarding Caribbean destinations. * Essentials section with useful advice on getting to and around St Lucia & Dominica. * Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where to eat, sleep and relax. * Includes information on tour operators and activities, from diving in turquoise waters to admiring the French colonial architecture. * Detailed maps for St Lucia & Dominica. * Slim enough to fit in your pocket. With detailed information on all the main sights, plus many lesser-known attractions, FootprintFocus St Lucia & Dominica (Includes Fort-de-France (Martinique), Castries, Soufriere & Roseau) provides concise and comprehensive coverage of one of the Caribbean's most undiscovered regions.
When the rain stops falling and the mist clears there is no more beautiful place on earth than Scotland's Highlands and Islands, Europe's last great wilderness. Hailed as the best guidebook to the region, Footprint's `Scotland Highlands and Islands' gives you everything you need to get the most out of your trip; the loveliest glens and lochs, the spookiest places, the most evocative castles and most glorious beaches are all here along with the best places to stay and eat and where to enjoy a wee dram of your favourite malt whiskey. You can get off the beaten track and discover the jaw-dropping scenery including national parks, mountains, castles, glens and lochs. There are accommodation listings aplenty, B&Bs, bothies and baronial castles. It includes fantastic mapping to help you navigate your way around the vibrant cities, stunning highlands and literally hundreds of islands this beautiful country has to offer.