Rod Heikell is the acknowledged expert on Mediterranean sailing, & this is the perfect guide for anyone cruising the area. Conveying the magic of Mediterranean cruising, as well as giving practical first-hand advice on sailing these enticing waters, this edition has been thoroughly revised, containing updates to cruising information, new regulations, new developments & new photos. Although the Mediterranean provides wonderfully diverse cruising opportunities, it can also deliver a few surprises to the unwary. Rod Heikell gives sound advice on anchoring, berthing bow or stern-to, what weather to expect, facilities & the costs of keeping a boat there, plus advice on navigation, popular routes, formalities & what to expect ashore. Each country around the Mediterranean is covered, & there's even a handy section on shoe-string cruising for those on a tight budget. It is an invaluable must-have guide for actual & potential Mediterranean cruisers. ' Offers time-served advice to both the novice & the old-h&.' Nautical Magazine ...

This fully updated 6th edition has had a complete facelift & is now published in full colour in a new format. Throughout, the work has been updated, & in places expanded. It now

Includes:: a list of useful waypoints & routes ofr the entire Mediterranean which are shown on overprinted charts folded into the back of the book. The Mediterranean Cruising Handbook is a constant companion to the Imray Mediterranean Almanac & provides information on climate, equipment, radio, naviagation, routes to the Mediterranean, history, marine life, food & basic information on each Mediterranean country.

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New for 2009, Travellers Mediterranean Cruising is the perfect guide for cruisers in this region, a melting pot of cultures, landscapes & cuisines. Ideal for discovering a different destination every day, whether by people-watching in Cannes' cafes or strolling around the souks of Tunis. Expert advice guides you straight to the best sights & experiences, plus suggestions for choosing the right cruise. The book features detailed background on people, geography, culture & history; clear & accurate mapping including suggested walks & tours; full colour photography throughout; impartial & dependable sleeping, eating & entertainment listings; &, comprehensive coverage of the region's best, including: Barcelona, the Balearics, Rome, Venice, the Dalmatian Coast, Athens, Greek Islands, Cyprus, Istanbul, Ephesus, Alexandria, Tunis & Tangier. ...

Mediterranean Europe in the Countries & Regions series from Lonely Planet, market-leading comprehensive guides aimed at independent travellers & serving a large range of international destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides explore an extensive range of sights, activities, accommodation, restaurants & nightlife & are designed for practical use while travelling on the road. Written & researched by a team of experts, each book is independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on individual destinations. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet country & region guide has the same layout. Introductory sections profile the destination with individual chapters on particular highlights, getting started, (including when to go) itineraries, history, culture, arts, food & drink & the environment. Each guide is organised geographically by region, with individual sections detailing an extensive range of sights, places of interest, attractions, restaurants, nightlife, accommodation & any local activities. The guides have detailed explanations of historical context where relevant. There is also practical guidance on ...

The Lonely Planet Mediterranean Europe Phrasebook is not only an extensive list of useful phrases, but also an ideal tool to start getting to grips with a language & beginning two-way communication. Containing excellent sections on language basics such as numbers, question phrases, dates, phrase construction, grammar & pronunciation, as well as containing concise but well-rounded two-way dictionaries, Lonely Planet phrasebooks enable you to quickly & confidently construct your own phrases in addition to those given. The given phrases cover all the essential travel & tourism categories such as transport, communications, business meetings & accommodation, as well as in-depth categories such as health, food & social interaction. The phrasebooks are designed to enable more than just simple question-answer communication, allowing the start of two-way conversations
- putting you comfortably on your way to learning the language & understanding its speakers. True to Lonely Planet
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Mediterranean Sea at 1:4, 700, 000 on a tourist map from the Ocean Explorer Publications designed to present both the region’s geography & information on its unrivalled number of historical & cultural sights, many illustrated with colour photos. On one side is a map of the Mediterranean including the Black Sea, showing the surrounding mainland with colouring to indicate its topography. Political boundaries, cities & towns, & main sights are marked. Enlargements show the Adriatic & the Aegean in greater detail. Surrounding the map are notes on various aspects of the Mediterranean Basin & its place in the development of western civilization. Also provided are brief biographies of main historical figures associated with the region from Alexander the Great to Atatürk. The whole of the reverse side is covered by brief descriptions of the region’s numerous sites arranged by country, plus a time line from the Giza pyramids to the Six Day War in 1967 & the Turkish invasion of northern Cyprus in 1974. ...

This is a comprehensive companion to the long coastline that ranges from Spain & the edge of the Pyrenees to the Alpes Maritimes & Italy. It covers the flat country of Languedoc-Roussillon, the coast of the Golfe du Lion, the Rhone delta & the Camargue, the industrial Golfe de Fos, the Cote d' Azur & the French Riviera & Monaco. The island of Corsica & the waterways that run behind the coast linking the Canal du Midi & the etangs to the Rhone are covered in separate chapters. In this fifth edition there are new & updated plans, photographs & sections on routes. Full details are given of marine parks & new restricted areas. The introduction has been reorganised to provide enhanced information on getting to the area, formalities, weather & radio services. ...

This is a comprehensive companion to the long coastline that ranges from Spain & the edge of the Pyrenees to the Alpes Maritimes & Italy. It covers the flat country of Languedoc-Roussillon, the coast of the Golfe du Lion, the Rhone delta & the Camargue, the industrial Golfe de Fos, the Cote d` Azur & the French Riviera & Monaco. The island of Corsica & the waterways that run behind the coast linking the Canal du Midi & the etangs to the Rhone are covered in separate chapters. In this fifth edition there are new & updated plans, photographs & sections on routes. Full details are given of marine parks & new restricted areas. The introduction has been reorganised to provide enhanced information on getting to the area, formalities, weather & radio services. ...

Here is a mouthwatering tour of over 50 of the Mediterraneans most luxurious & finely appointed houses, including through-the-keyhole ...

A unique comprehensive guide to the Mediterranean islands & an essential reference book for Med lovers, isl&-devotees, sailors & anyone dreaming of their next holiday. The book is beautifully produced with 290 colour photographs & 484 specially-drawn maps & mini-maps. It covers over 1000 islets & has chapters written by leading international experts on geology, history, plant life, environment, tourism, wildlife & sailing. ...