Southwest China in the Countries, Regions & Cities series from Rough Guides; comprehensively detailed guidebooks specifically designed for independent travellers & serving a range of worldwide destinations. Widely recognised for their free editorial style, Rough Guide authors are allowed to express their personal opinions on a range of subjects. Although sometimes controversial, this editorial stance allows readers to experience more detailed & personal takes on each destination, a feature often more limited in other guidebooks. Cultural & historical nuances are explored in significant depth throughout the text & descriptions on the ambience of individual settings alongside personal recommendations, particularly in cities, are notably prevalent. Each Rough Guide in the Countries, Regions & Cities series has a similar layout. A ...

Southwest England & South Wales Postcode District Map at 1:320, 000, encapsulated version, in a series of postcode district maps from Map Marketing showing the boundaries of the first half of the postcode (or the Outward Code). Enlargements show Bristol & Cardiff in greater detail. Coverage extends north to Droitwich Spa & east to Swindon. Map Marketing’s series of postcode district maps covers Great Britain on six titles, each available only as a flat map, either on paper or encapsulated for greater durability. The Area & District boundaries are shown in red, with County & Unitary Authority boundaries displayed in violet. The map base shows motorways plus primary, ‘A’ & ‘B’ roads, & features conurbation shapes highlighting major towns & cities. The maps include all of the postcode changes from the most recent Royal Mail Postcode Update. Some district sheets also contain large scale city plans within the sheet’s catchment area. To see the list of all the titles in this series please click on the series link.LAMINATED & ENCAPSULATED WALL MAPS:- LAMINATED wall maps have a thin layer of plastic usually applied to the printed side only. They can be written on with suitable marker pens without any damage to the map but, unless laminated on both sides, they are not damp-proof.- ENCAPSULATED wall maps are sealed between two sheets of plastic. They are more rigid & heavier than laminated maps of the same size. They are damp-proof & do not crinkle in humid conditions. Encapsulation gives the map a shiny surface, similar to being displayed behind glass.- PLEASE NOTE: many publishers & retailers often use these two terms interchangeably. Our map titles & descriptions follow the definitions provided above. ...

Southwest England & South Wales Postcode District Map at 1:320, 000, paper version, in a series of postcode district maps from Map Marketing showing the boundaries of the first half of the postcode (or the Outward Code). Enlargements show Bristol & Cardiff in greater detail. Coverage extends north to Droitwich Spa & east to Swindon. Map Marketing’s series of postcode district maps covers Great Britain on six titles, each available only as a flat map, either on paper or encapsulated for greater durability. The Area & District boundaries are shown in red, with County & Unitary Authority boundaries displayed in violet. The map base shows motorways plus primary, ‘A’ & ‘B’ roads, & features conurbation shapes highlighting major towns & cities. The maps include all of the postcode changes from the most recent Royal Mail Postcode Update. Some district sheets also contain large scale city plans within the sheet’s catchment area. To see the list of all the titles in this series please click on the series link. ...

Southwest England in the AA 100 Walks Series, exploring the 100 best walks of between 2 & 10 miles in Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset & Wiltshire. Information panels introduce each walk in summary detail prior to the more in depth route descriptions, & also include suggestions for nearby car parks & details of relevant Ordnance Survey maps & grid references. Walks are organised by county within the guide & are portrayed on basic route maps which cover rural & urban areas, as well as park & woodl&. Walks are graded according to difficulty & steepness, with easy to follow guidelines. ...

South-West Iceland at 1:75, 000 in a series of special detailed hiking & touring maps, based on the Icelandic topographic survey, covering the most visited parts of the country. The map covers the area around Reykjavik, including Akranes, Mt Esja, the Reykjanes Peninsula, & extending east to approx. 10km beyond Selfoss. Contours at 20-metre intervals & bright relief shading give a vivid picture of the topography. Various types of terrain & vegetation are indicated, e.g. forests, swamps, cultivated l&, lava flows, etc. The map shows numerous hiking trails & bridleways on which intermediate distances are marked. Symbols denote emergency shelters, campsites, huts, rest areas, golf courses, swimming pools, etc. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 2 ...

Southwest USA in the Countries, Regions & Cities series from Rough Guides; comprehensively detailed guidebooks specifically designed for independent travellers & serving a range of worldwide destinations. Widely recognised for their free editorial style, Rough Guide authors are allowed to express their personal opinions on a range of subjects. Although sometimes controversial, this editorial stance allows readers to experience more detailed & personal takes on each destination, a feature often more limited in other guidebooks. Cultural & historical nuances are explored in significant depth throughout the text & descriptions on the ambience of individual settings alongside personal recommendations, particularly in cities, are notably prevalent. Each Rough Guide in the Countries, Regions & Cities series has a similar layout. A ...

The Rough Guide to Southwest USA is the definitive handbook to the fabled desert wildernesses of the Wild West. As well as step-by-step hiking & driving guides to spectacular national parks like Zion, Bryce & the Grand Canyon, it provides full coverage of the region's Native American heritage, from the ancient ruins of Canyon de Chelly & Mesa Verde, to the modern Navajo, Hopi & Pueblo peoples. Its detailed, up-to-the-minute restaurant, bar, hotel & nightlife reviews, tailored to suit every budget, will help you make the most of the Southwest's cities too, whether you're cruising down Las Vegas' legendary Strip, or strolling the adobe-lined streets of Santa Fe. Colour photos, easy-to-read maps & suggested itineraries make it easy to plan your own tour of Western landmarks, such as Monument Valley, with its signature red-rock buttes, or Tombstone, where the OK Corral still rings to the sound of daily gunfights. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Southwest USA. ...

Southwest National Parks in the National Geographic National Parks guide series; comprising a selection of titles dedicated to the National Parks of the United States. Each of the titles in the series covers a different region of America & explores the area ...

Experience the Southwest USAGaze up at the Grand Canyon while floating down the mightly Colorado Chat with Santa Fe locals over spicy green chile & margaritas Spot ghosts of the Old West on the trail of Butch Cassidy In This Guide Expanded edition covers the best of Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, Colorado, Las Vegas & Nevada The ultimate road-trip guide
- more scenic drives, Route 66 details & dinosaur detours throughout! Special Native American & Southwest with Kids chapters, plus pet-friendly listings in every state Insightful local interviews, including Carolyn Jessop's account of escaping polygamy
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Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Southwest USA's Best Trips, your passport to the most up-to-date advice on unique experiences that await you along America's highways. This guide features 32 amazing road trips, from two-day escapes to two-week adventures. Hike two billion years into the past at the gaping Grand Canyon, 'travel the world' on the Vegas Strip, or cruise historic Americana along Route 66; all with your trusted travel companion. Jump in the car, cue up your driving playlist, & hit the road! Inside Lonely Planet's Southwest USA's Best Trips: Lavish color & gorgeous photography on every page to inspire you as you plan. Itineraries & planning advice help you pick the right routes for you & tailor your trip to your needs & interests. Get around easily with 116 easy-to-read, full-color regional & route maps & detailed directions. Insider tips about local driving rules, parking, toll roads, & more help you get around like a local to avoid trouble spots & be safe on the road. Essential info at your fingertips
- including hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, & prices. Honest reviews for all budgets
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- including Stretch Your Legs, Detours, & Link Your Trip. Coverage of Route 66, the Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, Arizona deserts, Phoenix, Santa Fe, New Mexico's Enchanted Circle, the Texas Hill Country, Big Bend, Austin, San Antonio, Zion & Bryce Canyon National Parks, Monument Valley, Moab & southeastern Utah, Denver, & much more. The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Southwest USA's Best Trips is perfect for those planning to explore the USA's Southwest in the classic American way
- by road trip! Looking for more extensive coverage? Lonely Planet's Southwest USA guide, our most comprehensive guide to the Southwest, is perfect for those planning to both explore top sights & lesser-known gems. Looking for a guide focused on Las Vegas? Check out Lonely Planet's Discover Las Vegas, a photo-rich guide to the city's most popular attractions. There's More in Store for You: Whether you're exploring your own backyard or somewhere entirely new, Lonely Planet's Best Trips guides will ensure you have an amazing time exploring the varied landscapes, histories, & cultures of ' America the beautiful.' Check out Lonely Planet's California's Best Trips, Pacific Northwest's Best Trips, New England's Best Trips, Florida, the South's Best Trips, New York, the Mid-Atlantic's Best Trips, & USA's Best Trips for more road-tripping ideas. Authors: Written & researched by Lonely Planet, Amy C Balfour, Michael Benanav, Greg Benchwick, Lisa Dunford, Mariella Krause, Carolyn Mc Carthy & Ryan Ver Berkmoes. About Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, as well as an award-winning website, a suite of mobile & digital travel products, & a dedicated traveler community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travelers to experience the world & to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves in. Trip Advisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2012 & 2013 winner in Favorite Travel Guide category' Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.'
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