26th book photographed by Graeme Matthews Photographs of aspects of the dramatic New Zealand landscape according to type. E.g. The Hills, The Coast, The Forests, The Lakes, The Trees, The Rivers, The Mountains, The Land. Each photo accompanied by out of...

"There are endless reasons to love Italy. This beautiful country has us hooked on morning espressos and afternoon spritzes, bowls of pasta and slices - oh, so many slices - of pizza. It has us wearing chic street style, admiring great art, driving gleaming...

"A bucket list of unforgettable adventures that will inspire the ultimate trip to Japan. Dream up the ultimate trip to Japan. Japan. It's on your bucket list, right? And deservedly so. Where else can you ride some of the world's fastest bullet trains, soak in...

"This is a practical travel guide to Cyprus highlighting things not to be missed and recommendations for every type of traveller. Practical tips are included, alongside time-saving itineraries. Detailed regional coverage is also provided"--Publisher's...

"Grand chateaux, fine wine, honey-stoned villages: Dordogne and the Lot is a quintessential French getaway. However, scratch beneath the surface to discover prehistoric cave art, Roman remains, subterranean churches and artisnal enclaves. Admire fine...

"Lonely Planet's Experience Wales is your guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. Roam castle ruins on the Gower, slurp Atlantic Edge Oysters in Angle Bay, mountain bike in the wilds of Brechfa Forest - all guided by local experts with fresh...

"Rosie is facing the ultimate 'empty mansion syndrome' in her 22-roomed Italian villa. With both her kids now living in different countries and the funds to finish renovations going AWOL, Rosie is starting to suspect that the Sighing House might be a tad too...

"This isn;t your ordinary travel guide. Beyond the pretty pastel houses and trundling trams are vintage kiosks, dance classes and secret viewpoints - and that's where this book takes you"--Publisher's description.

"If ever there was a city where you can live out your Italian fantasy, it's Florence. Filled with masterpiece-packed museums, old-world aperitivo spots and cobbleston piazzas that Florentines pass the hours in, this stylish book helps you embrace la dolce vita...

"An all-new collection of London curiosities and secluded hidden gems that dig even deeper into the city's rich past. From the alleyways of Soho to the medieval remains of Moorgate, the second book from Sunday Times bestselling author Jack Chesher takes you on...

"Whether you want to explore the rugged natural beauty of the Appalachian Mountains, follow the fascinating Freedom Trail through Boston, or indulge in fresh lobster from the coast of Cape Cod, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all New...

"Whether you want to admire the city's skyline from Back Bay Fens parkland, follow the footsteps of America's forefathers on Boston's Freedom Trail, or indulge in fresh lobster cooked by an innovative chef, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you...

"Lonely Planet's Scotland's Highlands and Islands is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Discover the West Highland Way, challenge yourself on Ben...

"Make your trip to South Africa extraordinary. Elephant encounters on a safari. Wine tasting in the Winelands. Hiking Table Mountain. South Africa offers enough bucket-list experiences to fill a lifetime. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide...

"Whether you want to follow in the footsteps of legendary figures at the Minoan palace, swim in the turquoise waters of idyllic Zakynthos bay, or watch the sun set over Corfu from Kaiser's throne, this travel guide makes sure you experience all that the Greek...

"Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks England is your passport to 63 easy escapes into nature. Stretch your legs away from the city by picking a walk that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard. Cross misty moors, and explore the...

"Lonely Planet's Experience Greece is your guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. Be amazed by the Acropolis in Athens, explore islands with white-sand beaches, and discover the myths of Ancient Greece - all guided by local experts with fresh...

"Lonely Planet's Pocket Athens is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life - neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Marvel at the iconic Acropolis above the city, experience the ancient Temple of Olympian Zeus and sample the local cuisine; all with...

"Lonely Planet's Pocket Phuket is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life - neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Relax on the perfect beaches of the Similan Islands, marvel at the Big Buddha and explore the culture of Phuket's old town; all with...

"Whether you’re a San Diego native, a visitor, or just considering a sunny vacation, this book will give you 111 ideas for a really good time. San Diego: it’s a coastal paradise with year-round perfect weather, palm trees swaying in the breeze, and a laid-back...

"This Lonely Planet guide includes comprehensive coverage of Wales's attractions, from Cardiff to the Brecon Beacons & Anglesey. The authors also provide extended information on the many activities on offer throughout the country, from hiking up Snowdon to...

"Best experiences -- Calendar -- My perfect day -- 7 things to know about London -- Read, listen, watch & follow -- The West End -- City of London -- South Bank -- Kensington and Hyde Park -- Clerkenwell, Shoreditch & Spitalfields -- East London -- Hampstead &...

"Stretch your legs away from the city with Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks Great Britain and enjoy 60 accessible trails with maps and directions that range from a few hours to a full day adventure. Sit in a pub beer garden post countryside stomp, reach...

"This latest edition of Lonely Planet's Experience Tuscany travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic region with all the tools you need to create your own unique trip. Discover amazing local experiences from biting into a stuffed...

"Returning to an overlooked region on the edge of Russia, Howard Amos sets out on a quest to understand the country he once called home. On Russia's European borderlands, people live their lives among the ruins of successive empires. Pskov, an old Slavic land...

"Lonely Planet's 'Great Britain' is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Puzzle the mysteries of Stonehenge, sip whisky in Scotland, and hike the...

"Lonely Planet's 'Scotland' is a comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Cram in outdoor activities, get your culture fix with Glasgow's music feature, and...

"This latest edition of Lonely Planet's Experience Scotland travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic country with all the tools you need to create your own unique trip. Discover amazing local experiences from flocking to Oban, the 'Seafood...

"Lonely Planet's Experience England is your guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. Scout Banksy originals in Bristol, glide through the Norfolk broads on a kayak, try pie and mash in London's East End - all guided by local experts with fresh...

"This latest edition of Lonely Planet's Experience Great Britain travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic region with all the tools you need to create your own unique trip. Discover amazing local experiences from combing beaches for...

"This comprehensive guide to England extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Discover prehistoric and Roman history, relax in a quaint country pub and get swept up in the buzz of...

"Plan your trip -- The guide -- Neighborhoods at a glance. The West End; City of London; South Bank; Kensington & Hyde Park; Clerkenwell, Shoreditch & Spitalfields; East London & Docklands; Hampstead & North London; Notting Hill & West London; South London;...

"Ultimate Beaches: Australia is your guide to 80 of the best beaches across the country - whether you're after a swim, surf, reviving walk or fun with the family.With over 10,000 beaches framing Australia's mainland and islands, author Celeste Mitchell has...

"Whether you plan on exploring Andalucia's White Towns, sampling the legendary nightlife of Madrid or hiking in the Picos de Euuropa, 'The Rough Guide to Spain' will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and visit along the way"--Publisher's...

"'The Rough Guide to Amsterdam' is an established and authoritative guide to this vibrant and ever-popular destination. It includes practical information on where to stay and insiders' reviews on where to eat and drink, and where to visit"--Publisher's...

"Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Croatia, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental...

"From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this guide to Finland is all you need to plan your perfect trip, with insider information on must-see, top attractions like Kiasma, Helsinki; Lapland; Lakeland; the Aland archipelago; and...

"This Iceland guidebook, perfect for travellers planning longer trips, is written by Insight Guides' destination experts. It blends detailed coverage of local history, culture and places to visit with the visual appeal of an illustrated magazine, packed with...

"Walk in the footsteps of the Medici, sip aperitivi, and discover the cultural heart of Italy: with Rick as your guide, Tuscany is yours to discover"--Publisher's description.

"Make the most of your trip to Corfu and the Ionian Islands with this Top 10 guide. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Corfu and the Ionian Islands have to offer and ensuring that you don't miss a thing. Best of all,...

"Between Sydney and Canberra lies a walker's playground of idyllic swimming holes, sparkling creeks, fascinating formations and historic hamlets. The Southern Highlands and the countryside that fringes it is a diverse landscape filled with secret gullies and...

"After eight years working in Japan, immersing herself in its language and literature, Lesley Chan Downer set off in the footsteps of Matsuo Basho, Japan's most cherished poet, to explore the country's remote northern provinces. Basho's pilgrimage to find the...

"Throughout recorded human time, few places on Earth have inspired as much fascination as the North Pole. This is an otherworldly place where the sun rises and stays aloft for six whole months before setting, plunging the expanse of ice and water into darkness...

"Glide along the canals and meander down cobblestone alleys as you soak up the art, history, and culture of Venice with Rick by your side. Inside Rick Steves Venice you'll find : Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring...

"Collected here, from a period of nearly five decades, are thirty-six of Norman Lewis's best articles. In each, his writing crackles with poker-faced wit and stylistic brilliance. As a witness to his times the good, the bad and the absurd he was unmatched, and...

"After four years of renovations, grief and chaos, Rosie and Ronan's dream home in Italy is finally coming together—or so they hope. Whether it's the last remnants of a housebound ghost or renovation fatigue, something seems to be draining their energy. With...

"The bestselling author of Your Inner Fish takes readers on an epic adventure to the North and South Poles to uncover the secrets locked in the ice and profoundly shift our understanding of life, the cosmos, and our future on the planet. For three decades,...

"Explore Japan in an unconventional way. Each book in the Travel Coolture series is divided into about twelve chapters, each delving into a specific theme that defines a place's identity--presented through short texts rich in content, jaw-dropping photographs,...

"An essential guide to one of the world's most remarkable, and often misunderstood, cities by the author of Why the Dutch Are Different. When Ben Coates injures his leg and needs to rebuild his strength by walking, he finds himself presented with an exciting...

"Have authentic experiences and see the cities through the eyes of the locals with Like a Local. This isn't your ordinary travel guide. You won't find La Sagrada Familia and La Rambla in these pages, because that's not where Barcelonans hang out. Instead,...

"Includes expert insights, detailed itineraries, stunning photography, and hand-drawn illustrations to showcase the city's landmarks, neighborhoods, and experiences, alongside advice on dining, accommodations, and navigation, making it a practical companion...

"Picture-perfect Porto is famed for its pastel-colored houses, beautiful Baroque churches and intricate azulejos, but Portugal's second city offers so much more than this--think Michelin-starred restaurants, cutting-edge museums and a lively performing arts...

"Whether you want to spot wildlife in Denali National Park, cruise past glaciers in Glacier Bay, or experience the Northern Lights, the local Fodor's travel experts in Alaska are here to help! Fodor's Alaska guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated...

"Lonely Planet's Greece is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Explore the elegant Acropolis, climb to the magnificent Meteora, and experience...

"This comprehensive guide extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Hike to the top of Mount Etna, take an epic road trip along the Amalfi Coast and indulge in an authentic Neapolitan...

"Lonely Planet's 'Greek Islands' is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Roam through Rhodes' Old Town, explore Nisyros Volcano, and indulge in Crete's fresh food; all with your...

"A comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Swim in Elafonisi Beach's sparkling waters, gaze in wonder at the Palace of Knossos and stroll through Hania's...

"Lonely Planet's 'Sicily' is a comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the island has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Discover the incredible architecture of Palermo, browse the markets of Catania and take...

"Lonely Planet's 'Florence & Tuscany' is a comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Marvel at Tuscan cuisines, outdoor activities, Florence's artistic heritage...

"Lonely Planet's Naples, Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Explore the home of Neapolitan pizza, experience the...

"The Italian Lakes are a firm favourite for travellers and one of the most highly visited regions in the country. This travel guide highlights the attractions that visitors to the region will not want to miss"--Publisher's description.

"An inspiring memoir of humanity and perseverance as Thor Pedersen embarks on an epic journey to visit every country in the world. 195 countries. Over a decade of travel. Not a single aeroplane in sight. This is the story of one man's journey to be the first...

"Whether you want to explore the Alhambra, marvel at La Sagrada Familia, or enjoy tapas, wine, and flamenco, the local Fodor's travel experts in Spain are here to help! Fodor's Essential Spain guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations,...

"Discover 300 unforgettable travel experiences for families with kids and teenagers in this ultimate trip planner for every month of the year! From spotting throngs of penguins on South Africa's Boulders Beach in January to seeing Hong Kong's dazzling festoon...

"When Bruce Chatwin's In Patagonia was published in 1977 it heralded the arrival of a startling new talent in British literature. Critics were surprised and spellbound by a story of an adventure which blurred the boundaries between travel writing, biography,...

"A real-life adventure that inspired countless travellers in fact and fiction, the Penguin Classics edition of Robert Byron's The Road to Oxiana includes an introduction by Colin Thubron"--Publisher's description.

"How the mighty clipper ships transformed Australia from convict outpost to a nation. More than one million Australians can trace their heritage to the migrant ships of the mid-to-late 19th century. The story of the Clipper ships, and the tens of thousands of...

This book contains a memoir written by Miriam Lawrence describing the extraordinary voyage she made in 1848-50 aged 20. She had accompanied her husband, Captain Alexander Lawrence, on the maiden voyage of the Charlotte Jane, a wooden 3 mast merchant sailing...

"Enchanting Vietnam describes the countrys beautiful beaches, breathtaking scenery, UNESCO-listed world heritage sites, dynamic cities and species-rich national parks, which combine to offer an outstanding range of opportunities for visitors from Hanoi, the...

"The TA (Tour Aotearoa) is a bicycle trail running the length of New Zealand but with kinks in it. The result: 3000 kilometres of trail that is in your backyard. Many Kiwis see some of it, dabble with bits of it. Few go the whole hog.'For someone like Duncan...

"Inspired by family lore, a young writer embarks on an epic quest through the Argentine Andes in search of a heritage spanning hemispheres and centuries, from the Jewish Levant to turn-of-the-century trade routes in South America. One Thanksgiving afternoon at...

"Island hopping in the Adriatic. Walking around Dubrovnik's historic walls. Gazing at waterfalls in Plitvice Lakes National Park. There are so many reasons to visit Croatia. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide is the perfect...

"Make your trip to the Pacific Northwest extraordinary. Winter skiing in Whistler. Oyster shucking in Seattle. Touring word-class art in Portland. For a vacation to remember, the Pacific Northwest is hard to beat. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK...

"Stretch your legs away from the city with Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks Italy and discover 60 easy escapes into nature with maps and directions. Lace up your walking boots and experience the freedom of the great outdoors with trails that range from a couple...

"Louisa Waugh's passionately written account of her time in a remote Mongolian village. Frustrated by the increasingly bland character of the capital city of Ulan Bator, she yearned for the real Mongolia and recounts here her time in the village of...

"What lies off-track in Tongariro National Park? This engrossing book contains stories of ghosts, fires, avalanches, plane wrecks, sly grogging, secret spots and more from around Ngāuruhoe, Tongariro and Ruapehu — a place of wild and chaotic grandeur. This...

"The Motorcycle Diaries" is Che Guevara's diary of his journey to discover the continent of Latin America while still a medical student, setting out in 1952 on a vintage Norton motorcycle together with his friend Alberto Granado, a biochemist. It captures,...

"In A Sunburned Country is his report on what he found in an entirely different place: Australia, the country that doubles as a continent, and a place with the friendliest inhabitants, the hottest, driest weather, and the most peculiar and lethal wildlife to...

"Discover the destinations that have inspired the world's greatest art, cinema, food, novels and music. Pure armchair travel, this book is for anyone with a sense of wanderlust and curiosity: immerse yourself in 100 places that have inspired a remarkable...

"Get off the beaten track with a deep dive into Tokyo as the locals know it: a fascinating blend of modern design, world-class food, breathtaking natural beauty, and profound cultural heritage. A local's tour of the city, from learning about the history of...

A humorous, meandering journey through the many wonders of New Zealand in ninety days. Flâneur is French for 'one who wanders,' and in this sequel to Mature Flâneur : Slow Travels through Portugal, France, Italy and Norway, author Tim Ward and Teresa (his...