Canary Islands

by Damien Simonis

Published August 1998
Contains information from cycling to surfing, with extensive coverage of the many activities the islands have to offer; the best places to discover culinary delights and the islands' legendary nightlife; details of the wild, week-long Carnival held each Spring; and how to shop like a local for traditional crafts.

Catalunya and the Costa Brava

by Damien Simonis

Published 31 December 2001
This guide coves both the backcountry as well as the city of Barcelona. It includes a section on eating and drinking like a Catalunya local, investigates the splendour of Gaudi's architecture, including La Sagrada Familia and Parc Guell and the bizarre Teatre-Museu Dali in his birthplace, Figueres.

Syria

by Andrew Humphreys and Damien Simonis

Published 30 November 1999
Provides in-depth information on Syria's fabulous souqs, mosques and Crusader castles; full coverage of the major archaeological sites; extensive political, historical and cultural notes; detailed recommendations on where to stay, eat and drink; and a convenient and useful language chapter and glossary.

Mexico City

by John Noble and Susan Forsyth

Published 31 May 1998
Includes in-depth coverage of Mexico City's marvellous cultural and art museums; forays into the city's sizzling nightlife; a wide array of dining options for all budgets; excursions to the awesome pyramids at Teotihuacan: and a full calendar of festivals and special events, with hints for how to get the most out of these occasions.

Central Asia

by Andrew Humphreys, etc., John King, and John Noble

Published 30 June 1996
This guide covers the former Soviet States of Kazakstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. It includes tips on visas, border crossings and getting around for independent travellers. Accommodation and restaurant listings are included for all budgets. Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Karakoram Highway language sections with Cyrillic script and a glossary are also featured.

Tuscany

by Damien Simonis

Published 30 June 2000
This guide to Tuscany includes an illustrated section on the region's world famous food and wine specialities. It covers Tuscan art and architecture from the Etruscans to the Uffizi.