This vibrant series of travel guides is aimed at travellers on a package or short-term holiday who need concise practical & accessible information. It specifically targets what people want from a few weeks holiday. Each handy guide features the best nightlife, shopping, beaches & activities & provides details for getting out & about to see local attractions. This series: contains summaries of the most popular resorts, including the best beaches, things to see & do, taking a break & after dark sections; describes the local cuisine &

Includes:: a concise phrase guide & menu decoder; gives advice on how to keep children entertained & venues that specifically cater for them; lists festivals & events throughout the year; reviews the types of sports & leisure activities on offer within the area; & features fun excursions & scenic trips locally & further afield. It contains: clear, full-colour resort maps locate restaurants, night-time venues, shopping & places of interest; & practical information for before you leave & during your stay, including visa requirements, customs, dress codes, emergencies, health & safety & currency.

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The Insight Travel Map of Crete is a large folded road map designed for tourism. Beaches, attractions & many points of interest are marked on the map, & a comprehensive index of places of interest gives website addresses for more info. The road network is clearly shown with easy to read cartography, & intermediary distances along roads are marked in kilometres. Topography is indicated with relief shading. Ferry routes are marked, & an additional inset map shows the wider ferry network around Greece & the Greek Islands, with contact numbers for operators. The map is indexed for town/place names, & for sights & points of interest. Another inset map shows a street plan of Heraklion, at 1:11, 500, with its own street index. A large part of the map is occupied by a lower-scale (approx. 1:800, 000) regional road map of southern Greece, Crete & the Greek Islands, making this map suitable for broader trip-planning. This regional map also

Includes:: many points of interest. Most place names are shown in Greek, with transliteration in the Roman alphabet. Multilingual legend

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Crete in the Everyman Map Guide series; comprising a range of practical guide books incorporating large scale maps to a number of international cities & regions. Including a unique binding method, each district, neighbourhood, area or region has an accompanying fold-out page with a large scale overview map which is fully indexed. Each Map Guide also has details of more than 100 shops, restaurants, bars, clubs, markets & other local attractions, in addition to more practical guidance, listed underneath & on the reverse of the fold-out map. All of the main attractions also have accompanying illustrations, & there are also transport maps & a street index to help visitors find their way around. ...

Marco Polo Crete: the Travel Guide with Insider Tips Experience all of Crete`s attractions with this up-to date & authoritative guide, complete with Insider Tips. You`ll discover hotels & restaurants, trendy places to go & the best nightlife. There are also tips for shopping & ideas for travel with kids, plus details of sports & other activities. Further sections include: Festivals & Events, Travel Tips, Greek phrase book, Links, Blogs, Apps & more, & Index. Useful too is the ` Perfect Route` chapter, which outlines a journey around the isl&, & the handy folding pull-out map supplied in addition to the Road Atlas inside. Crete is a world unto itself. Greece`s largest island juts out of the sea like one massive mountain range, reaching heights of almost 2, 500 m. Everyone can find what they are looking for here: sandy beaches as far as the eye can see, secluded coves, wild gorges, great beach bars & lots of culture
- after all the island was home to the first advanced civilisation in Europe. With Marco Polo Crete you can find out where you can go mountain biking, play golf, windsurf, dive, sail & ride. The Insider Tips reveal where you can find peace & quiet in a village free of cars & where to find natural cosmetics made from avocados. Panels in each chapter suggest things to do if you`re on a tight budget & where you might pick up some real bargains. The Best Of pages highlight what`s currently in vogue in Crete, recommend things to do for free, & have tips for rainy days & where you can relax & unwind. The Trips & Tours include a hike along the length of the spectacular Samaria Gorge & right across the isl&. Last but not least the Dos & Don`ts point out some of the things you need to be aware of & watch out for when visiting the isl&. Marco Polo Crete provides comprehensive coverage of all parts of the isl&. To help you find your way around there`s the detailed Road Atlas, a useful map of Iraklio in the cover, plus the pull-out map. Don`t go on holiday without a Marco Polo guide!
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Marco Polo Pocket Guide Crete: the Travel Guide with Insider Tips. Explore Crete with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants, the island`s trendiest places, & get tips on shopping & what to do on a limited budget. There are plenty of ideas for travel with kids, & a summary of all the festivals & events that take place. Let Marco Polo show you all this wonderful Greek island has to offer... Crete is a world unto itself. Greece`s largest island juts out of the sea like one massive mountain range, reaching heights of almost 2, 500 m. Everyone can find what they are looking for here: sandy beaches as far as the eye can see, secluded coves, wild gorges, & lots of culture after all the island was home to the first advanced civilisation in Europe. With Marco Polo Crete you can find out where you can go mountain biking, play golf, windsurf, dive, sail & ride. This is Crete! Your Marco Polo Crete Pocket Guide
Includes:: Insider Tips
- we show you the hidden gems & little known secrets that offer a real insight into this beautiful isl&, from where you can find peace & quiet in a village free of cars to discovering natural cosmetics made from avocados. Best of
- find the best things to do for free, the best `only in` Crete experiences, the best things to do if it rains & the best places to relax & spoil yourself. Sightseeing
- all of the top sights are organised by areas of the island so you can easily plan your trip. Discovery Tours
- 5 specially tailored tours that will get you to the heart of Crete. Discover lively village squares, beautiful monasteries & tempting tavernas with these inspirational itineraries. Crete in full-colour
- Marco Polo Pocket Guide Crete

Includes:: full-colour photos throughout the guide bringing the island to life offering you a real taste of what you can see & enjoy on your trip. Touring App
- new for 2018, you can download any of the Discovery Tours to your smartphone, complete with the detailed route description & map exactly as featured in the guide, free of charge. The maps can be used offline too, so no roaming charges. The perfect navigational tool with distance indicators & landmarks highlighting the correct direction to travel in as well as GPS coordinates along the way. Enjoy stress-free sightseeing & never get lost again! Road Atlas & pull-out map
- we`ve included a detailed road atlas & a handy, pull-out map so you can pop the guide in your bag for a full-on sightseeing day or head out with just the map to enjoy your Discovery Tour. Useful Greek phrases
- the essential words & phrases are included to help you get by. Trust Marco Polo Pocket Guide Crete to show you around this fabulous Greek isl&. The comprehensive coverage & unique insights will ensure you experience everything Crete has to offer & more. The special tips, personal insights & unusual experiences will help you make the most of your trip
- just arrive & enjoy.











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Marco Polo Spiral Guides are for travelers who have little time to prepare for a trip, don t want to miss anything, like to be inspired by great ideas for exciting days out & love all things ultra-practical & easy to use. Top 10 sights: From the top down to make it easy to prioritise! Don t miss: Each chapter highlights the absolute must-sees for each area. Tips for every day: Perfectly planned travel itineraries for each area including the best places to eat & drink along the way. Fun feature articles: Help to set the scene & get under the skin of a destination to see what makes it tick. Top 10 reasons to come back: For those undecided about a return visit there is a list of Top 10 reasons to come back again! Colour coded: A handy colour coding system aids fast & easy orientation. Street Atlas & pull out map: The best of both worlds! Some people prefer an atlas while others prefer a separate map Marco Polo Spiral Guides have both!” ...

Crete at 1:140, 000 on a double-sided indexed road map from Michelin, with a basic street plan of Iraklion, a distance table & information on main motoring regulations. The map divides Crete east/west with a generous overlap between the sides. Topography is shown by relief shading & numerous spot heights, with plenty of names of various geographical

Features: mountain ranges, peaks, valleys, etc. National parks & other protected areas are marked. Road network

Includes:: selected unpaved roads & country tracks, with driving distances indicated on main & secondary routes. Ferry lines are shown, both with the mainland and/or the islands of the Aegean & along the coast & with the small islands south of Crete. A range of symbols indicate various places of interest including archaeological sites, beaches, churches, etc. Names of towns & villages are shown in both Greek & Latin alphabet. Geographical features & sites are in Latin alphabet only. The map is indexed & has latitude & longitude lines at intervals of 10’. Map legend

Includes:: English. Also provided is a small street plan showing main streets & sights in Iraklion, a distance table, plus information on main motoring regulations.





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Crete in the Pocket Guide series from Berlitz; a collection of handy, pocket-sized guides dedicated to an extensive range of cities, regions & countries worldwide. Written in narrative form, individual guides explore the history, main sights & attractions, food & drink, accommodation & local culture of the destination in detail. Each Berlitz pocket guide has a similar format, with colour-coded sections helping readers locate information quickly in addition to distinctive chapters exploring the city or region. An introduction outlines the destination for visitors & a section dedicated to 'A Brief History' actually explores the area in relative depth. A where to go chapter is organized by region & city & is written in prose form with references to individual sites highlighted in bold for clarity. There are also further suggestions on where & when to eat. Recommendations for leisure activities in the region, including sport, nightlife & shopping, are also provided & tailored accordingly for each destination. Handy travel tips are listed alphabetically in a dedicated section, providing practical guidance & helping visitors make the most of their stay. The main hotels, particularly for cities, are also listed in an accommodation section, offering a brief overview with approximate price bandings & relevant contact details. ...

Crete in the Pocket Guide series from Berlitz; a collection of handy, pocket-sized guides dedicated to an extensive range of cities, regions & countries worldwide. Written in narrative form, individual guides explore the history, main sights & attractions, food & drink, accommodation & local culture of the destination in detail. Each Berlitz pocket guide has a similar format, with colour-coded sections helping readers locate information quickly in addition to distinctive chapters exploring the city or region. An introduction outlines the destination for visitors & a section dedicated to 'A Brief History' actually explores the area in relative depth. A where to go chapter is organized by region & city & is written in prose form with references to individual sites highlighted in bold for clarity. There are also further suggestions on where & when to eat. Recommendations for leisure activities in the region, including sport, nightlife & shopping, are also provided & tailored accordingly for each destination. Handy travel tips are listed alphabetically in a dedicated section, providing practical guidance & helping visitors make the most of their stay. The main hotels, particularly for cities, are also listed in an accommodation section, offering a brief overview with approximate price bandings & relevant contact details. ...

Berlitz Pocket Guide Crete is a concise, full-colour travel guide that combines lively text with vivid photography to highlight the very best that this sun-kissed island has to offer. The Where To Go chapter details all the key sights: start in bustling Iraklio & its must-see treasure-trove archaeological museum then head to the ancient site of Knossos the see the reproductions in situ. Go for a seafood lunch in postcard-perfect Hania & end your stay with a trek down the stunning Samaria Gorge. To inspire you, the book offers a rundown of the Top 10 Attractions in the isl&, followed by an itinerary for a Perfect Tour of Crete. The What to Do chapter is a snapshot of ways to spend your spare time: the best places to shop for leather sandals or to listen to traditional Cretan music as well as the best beaches for water sports. In this guide you`ll also find background information, including a brief history of the island & an Eating Out chapter covering its wonderfully traditional cuisine. There are carefully chosen listings of the best hotels & restaurants, & an A-Z to equip you with all the practical information you will need. Berlitz Pocket Guide Crete is your ideal companion to this beautiful isl&. ...