This guidebook describes 50 walks around Lakes Como, Iseo, Garda & Maggiore in Northern Italy. The picturesque routes are accessible by public transport from popular centres including Bellagio, Riva, Stresa & Cannero, & range from 2 to 14km in length. There are gentle lakeside strolls, & numerous ridge routes & traverses as well as the ascent of Monte Baldo, Monte Boletto & other walker`s peaks in the region. The clear maps, inspirational photographs & information about accommodation & public transport options help to make this guidebook an ideal companion to exploring the exceptional scenery, views & culture of the Italian Lakes. A basic English-Italian glossary is also included. ...

Italian Lakes is the Sunflower Landscapes guide to exploring the best walking & touring possibilities in northern Italy. The guide covers a range of routes including walks in Cheglio, Alpe di Lenno, Arco, Limone sul Garda & Biacesa. A double-sided, fold-out touring map gives an overview of the Lakes region & the locations of each walk. Detailed information about touring by hired car or public transport, as well as on foot, is provided, helping walkers to navigate & plan day-trips. Shorter strolls are also included as an alternative for each main route for those seeking more leisurely days out. The guide is structured in two main parts – Touring & Walking – that explore each route with detailed references to public transport & car directions to make each walk more accessible. 5 Car-touring routes are included, covering routes On the Edge of Val Grande, Mottarone, Border Hopping around Lake Lugano, Valsassina & the Triangolo Lariano & A Tour of Four Lakes. Each describes a route by car with suggestions for stop-off places & things to see on the way, including any picnicking sites. 21 suggestions for the best picnic stops are included at the start of the book & these are cross-referenced with the fold-out map & walk descriptions. The ‘ Walking’ section

Includes:: 38 recommended walks, many of which are circular tours. A detailed introduction provides information on waymarking & maps, the Italian Alpine Club, equipment & safety, weather, where to stay & Italian for walkers. Each walk begins with information about distance, difficulty grading, waymarking, how to get there, suggested clothing & equipment, language hints & shorter & alternative routes to the main walk. An appendice provides useful guidance on transport information. Colour photographs & specially adapted map extracts accompany each route.

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The Lingo™ range features beautifully designed, quality playing cards with the world’s most popular foreign languages. Inside Lingo™ you’ll find a stack of essential translations for your next overseas adventure. Lingo™ has your trip covered, from basic greetings & introductions to eating out, moving around or finding a place to stay. Practical translations accompanied by intuitive, easy to learn pronunciations. ...

Marco Polo: The phrase books with Insider Tips! Never be lost for words again! Easy communication with the help of 'point to' picture icons Insider Tips: how to avoid faux pas abroad & 'blend in with the locals' Practical tear-out slip (Cheat Sheet!) with key phrases fits easily in a pocket or purse Eating & Drinking
- order the right meal with the menu decoder, including local specialities Up-to-date vocabulary including topics like Facebook, Skype, Sat Nav & Smart phones Never be lost for words again
- comprehensive dictionary section A whole chapter on slang & colloquial expressions

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In the delightful ” Italian Neighbours”, Tim Parks explores the idiosyncrasies & nuances of Italian culture. When Parks moved to Italy he found it irresistible; this book is a testament to his love of Italy & his attention to the details of everyday Italian life.” Italian Neighbours” is travel writing at its best; infused with an objective passion & an eye for the details & the peculiarities of culture.”I recommend this book to all those who are fed up with accounts of roughing it agreeably in Tuscany & similar junk that scarcely scratches the surfaces of the real Italy”
- Paul Bailey, * Daily Telegraph*
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” Buon giorno!” From ordering calamari in Venice to making new friends in Tuscan hill towns, it helps to speak some of the native tongue. Rick Steves, bestselling author of travel guides to Europe, offers well-tested phrases & key words to cover every situation a traveler is likely to encounter. This handy guide provides key phrases for use in everyday circumstances, complete with phonetic spelling, an English-Italian & Italian-English dictionary, the latest information on European currency & rail transportation, & even a tear-out cheat sheet for continued language practice as you wait in line at the Sistine Chapel. Informative, concise, & practical, ” Rick Steves` Italian Phrase Book & Dictionary” is an essential item for any traveler`s ”zainetto.” ...

With its completely redesigned interior making the book even more accessible than before, the ” Berlitz Italian Phrase Book” is ideal for travellers of all ages who are looking for a reliable & up-to-date phrase book that contains all the phrases they really need when they are in Italy. The new & enhanced content has a more visually appealing colour-coding system, enabling users to find what they want, when they want it, & in less time. The book also provides simplified phonetics to ensure that users pronounce the Italian words & phrases correctly. stunning images enhance the content & make this the most visually attractive Italian phrase book on the market. ...

Italian Phrase Book in a selection of language titles from Berlitz, to aid you before & during your travels. Berlitz have been producing language titles & promoting language learning for more than 125years. Catalogue selection comprising the following Berlitz series: Phrase books & Dictionaries, Phrase books & CDs, Shortcuts to ...

The perfect companion for travelling to Italy, this Italian phrase book contains over 2, 000 essential phrases, plus a 2, 000 word dictionary, themed sections, pronunciation tables, world lists & grammer guides. All of the information is presented in a way that`s concise, accessible & easy-to-underst&. It is also a handy pocket size for ease of use. ...

Italian Phrase Book & CD in a selection of language titles from Berlitz, to aid you before & during your travels. Berlitz have been producing language titles & promoting language learning for more than 125years. Catalogue selection comprising the following Berlitz series: Phrase books & Dictionaries, Phrase books & CDs, Shortcuts to ...