This A3 format atlas provides giant scale mapping (2.5 miles to 1 inch) & type throughout. It is available in two binding styles, softback & spiral bound. Each page has been titled with its geographical location so you can turn to the page you need more easily. Static speed camera locations with speed limits are pinpointed & wide minor roads (more than & less than 4m wide) are indicated. National Trust, English & World Heritage sites, crematorium locations & other hard-to-find places are also shown. There are 72 city, town & port plans including central London & a full-colour admin map showing all the latest unitary authority areas. Plus, scenic routes & tourist sites with satnav friendly post codes. The paper in this atlas is produced from environmentally sustainable resources. ...

Fully revised & updated for 2014, this specialist A3 road atlas designed for the British motorist in Europe provides multiscale mapping of 46 countries. The atlas

Includes:: information on road distances, car ferries, national parks, towns & other places of interest. Plus, toll-free motorways, mountain passes with caravan suitability & World Heritage sites & national parks.

...

Now in its 50th edition, the ever-popular AA Caravan & Camping Guide showcases the best sites from across Britain. From small spaces in quiet locations to large holiday centres with fun for all the family, all the sites are professionally inspected on an annual basis for each edition of the guide. Top-rated sites receive the coveted gold pennant award & the best regional sites are highlighted in an annual awards ceremony. Glamping-only sites receive a green pennant award & are highlighted through the guide. For the guide`s half-century celebrations, there will be a special feature on how camping has changed since ratings first began in the 1960s. ...

The City Pack series from AA Publishing covers an extensive selection of world-wide cities in a handy, pocket-sized laminated format. The guides provide a detailed overview of each destination, with each city organised by district to allow for efficient & practical exploration of the city. Each guide is presented in a similar format; an initial section introduces readers to the city, with individual features on a short stay in the city, the Top 25 attractions, shopping by theme, the city by night, eating out & restaurants by cuisine. This part is followed by chapters exploring the city by geographical area & district. A basic overview map is provided at the start of each section & there is detailed listings information on the principal sights, walks, shops, entertainment & nightlife & restaurants for each area of the city. A Further Afield section explores the area outside the city limits, with suggestions for possible excursions & day trips. A dedicated accommodation chapter provides information about a range of budget, mid-range & luxury hotels to suit for individual tastes. There is also a Need to Know chapter with practical information on getting there & around, essential facts, language & a timeline of the history of the city. The detachable, waterproof city map is indexed & icons show the sites mentioned in the text.PLEASE NOTE: some guides feature a different layout; check individual titles for more details. ...

The AA Concise Atlas of the World offers crisp, clear, up-to-date mapping in a format that is both handy & portable. The detailed & authoritative physical mapping with relief colouring is provided by Hema Maps, which gives an excellent portrayal of landforms, political boundaries, major communication networks, cities, towns & capitals, as well as topographical, hydrographical & cultural features. With a full index to places, an A-Z of country flags, as well as statistics & political maps of the continents, this is the perfect reference atlas for business, study, & travel. ...

The Essential Guides Series from the AA explores the best places to see & things to do in a range of popular destinations. Each illustrated, pocket-sized guide is divided into five sections
- the essence of the area, planning your trip, the best places to see, best things to do & an exploration of notable highlights, organised by area. An introductory chapter profiles each destination &

Includes:: notes on local cuisine & recommendations for short breaks. A planning section advises on pre-trip preparations & getting there & around as well as outlining useful language tips & what’s on when. Major attractions & sights are grouped & colour-coded by region & include addresses & locations, telephone numbers, nearest transport routes, opening times, local restaurants & other practical information. Fold-out maps at the back of each book give an overview of the region, street outlines of major cities & local transport maps; each cross-referenced with the appropriate page in the guide. * Please note:* the titles is this series are currently being changed from a spiral to paperback format, but retaining the same content.


...

A. A. Gill is probably the most read columnist in Britain. Every weekend he entertains readers of the SUNDAY TIMES with his biting observations on television & his unsparing, deeply knowledgeable restaurant reviews. Even those who want to hate him agree: A. A. Gill is hopelessly, painfully funny. He is one of a tiny band of must-read journalists & it is always a disappointment when the words `A.A. Gill is Away` appear at the foot of his column. This book is the fruit of those absences: 22 long travel pieces that belie his reputation as a mere style journalist & master of vitriol: this is travel writing of the highest quality & ambition. ...

This handy, A5 sized atlas easily fits in the glovebox of your car for easy reference. Including information on road map symbols, distances on routes, national speed limits & emergency telephone numbers. 40 European countries are covered & map symbols are represented in 10 languages (English, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Danish, Dutch, Czech, Slovak & Polish). ...

Over 3, 000 hotels, quality rated by professional AA hotel inspectors. All the establishments featured have been officially inspected & rated for quality by the AA's professional inspectors, each graded with 1 to 5 Stars, with AA Red Stars highlighting Inspectors' Choice Hotels. There are more establishments offering more choice than competing guides & over 500 budget hotels are featured, ideal for overnight stops. Plus, up-to-date details of room prices, credit cards, parking, directions & leisure facilities throughout. Central reservation telephone numbers are featured for the major hotel groups. ...

The Key Guide series from AA Publishing explores a range of international destinations & has recently been re-launched with full colour pages. Thorough & detailed in style, the guides are targeted at an older audience, exploring the principal sights, walks, activities, restaurants & accommodation of the destination. A detailed introductory section provides comprehensive information about the destination, including the economy, politics, heritage & language. There are also specific sections unique to each destination, covering society, the urban & rural, sports & leisure, art media & culture, history & science & technology. Each title is organised in the same way with destinations grouped by region or district & colour-coded to help readers navigate around the guide. An On the Move section provides details on transport, with important information on arriving, getting around (including distinctive local transport features such as metro & underground networks) & for visitors with a disability. Individual regional sections cover Sights, driving & walking opportunities, what to do, eating & accommodation. Local listings are accompanied by addresses, opening times, prices, directions & local transport options, though options for younger travellers & those with children are more limited. Extensive colour photography accompanies the text, with a range of pictures illustrations the main sites of the city, region or country. An extensive Practicalities chapter at the back of each guide carries essential information on weather, documents & customs, money, health, communication, tourist information, useful websites, finding help, opening times & entrance fees, media & books, films & maps. There is also basic information on entertainment & nightlife, sports & activities, film & music & festivals & events. ...