Wine wall map of Spain & Portugal from De Long Company, size 92x 61cm / 24”x 36”, presenting in an attractive pastel colouring wine regions according to their official classifications: in Spain DOP with sub-divisions into DOCa/DOQ, DO, VP & VC, plus IGP & VT, & in Portugal DOP, DOC, IGP & VR. The legend provides explanations of various classifications using comparisons with the AOC in France or the DOC in Italy, plus for Portugal

Includes:: lists of the regions cross-referenced to the map. On the map, where appropriate, each region is sub-divided, e.g. Valencia into Alto Turia/ Valentino & Moscatel. The base map has colouring according the mean annual temperature, with graphics to indicate mountainous and/or forested areas, main rivers & roads, plus selected towns & locations within the wine regions. Insets show in greater detail the subdivision of two regions of Spain, the Rioja, & the Priorat area of southern Catalonia, plus Madeira, the Azores, & the Canary Islands. Coverage also

Includes:: the wine regions of southern France adjoining the Pyrenees. An interesting feature is the inclusion of latitude lines to provide comparisons with other wine growing areas, e.g. at 38°30’ north the Jerez-Xèrés-Sherry region lies at the same latitude as the Napa Valley in California. The map is supplied with a separate leaflet which provides an alphabetical index of the wine growing regions. Map legend & all the text are in English.



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Laminated, waterproof & tear resistant, indexed road map of Spain, ideal for route-planning. The map is double-sided, dividing the country north/south with a generous overlap. Spain`s motorway network stands out prominently against the background of other roads & geographical information, with junction numbers & various facilities clearly marked. Connecting local roads are easy to see & numerous places of interest are highlighted. National Parks, churches, motels, restaurants & other points of interest are clearly marked. The map grid is marked at half degree intervals. There is very subtle relief shading with spot heights clearly indicated- although this map is much more suited for road-use. The map also

Includes:: an inset of the Canary islands (1:875, 000 scale), as well as smaller insets showing the administrative divisions of Spain, ferry lines of Spain, & time zones within Europe, as well as general statistics such as climate & conversion rates (at time of printing).* Map legend

Includes:: English.*



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Funny, fast-paced & revealing, Spain by the Horns by Tim Elliott takes you below the surface of a nation on a journey to the heart of a culture. It all began when Tim Elliott read a newspaper story about a bullfighter who was spotted practicing on the beach at dawn. Intrigued, Tim tracked him down, looking for an interview, but instead he was told about another bullfighter in Spain, Jesulin, a man described as ...

Spain in Marshall Cavendish's Culture Shock! Series; comprising a range of guides that inform visitors of the finer points & details relating to social etiquette, traditions & customs; bringing visitors to a sensitive yet substantial understanding of the country or city in question. The series targets those who are planning long stays in the destination or extended periods of residence. The guides are written by authors who have experienced the joys & pitfalls of cultural adaptation, & so are ideally placed to provide informative & relevant advice. Each title contains insights into local culture & traditions, guidance on adapting to the local environment, linguistic help & lots of general advice about local culture & idiosyncrasies to help prepare readers for their visit. Each title is structured similarly, beginning with the first impressions a visitor might expect to have. The guides aim to help readers understand the local culture through first appreciating the motivations, beliefs & attitudes of the local people. Practical advice on settling in is provided, with focused sections on accommodation, utilities, health, education & telecommunications. There is also extensive information on the destination ...

Harry Dowdell’s Cicerone guide to Cycle Touring in Spain describes eight detailed cycling routes through one of Europe’s most accessible & rewarding countries. The country’s climate, flora & fauna & intriguing history stretching beyond civilisation makes Spain an outstanding tourist destination for the cycle tourist. The routes extend from the Pyrenees & Picos de Europa in the north, through the Sierra of Demanda, Gredos & Guadarrama in the centre, to the Sierras of Nevada & Grazalema & the Serrania de Ronda in the south. They also take in some of Spain’s most historic cities
- Avila, Cordoba, Bilbao, Madrid, Malaga, San Sebastian & Sevilla. The guide is organized into eight routes which are suitable for novices through to keen cyclists & are described in 5-12 daily stages with options to shorten, extend or even go off-road. A detailed introduction features practical information for cyclists touring Spain independently, when & where to go, how to get there, accommodation, bicycle considerations & living on the road. Detailed route descriptions are accompanied by colour gradient profiles mapping the route in addition to colour photographs illustrating some of the highlights of each region.
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Spain in the Discover series from Lonely Planet; covering a range of countries worldwide & practically designed to allow travellers to find the most iconic sites & attractions at a glance. Uniquely designed, each title in the series

Includes:: a series of lists of the best things to do & see, with highlights, thematic

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Spain in the Discover series from Lonely Planet; covering a range of countries worldwide & practically designed to allow travellers to find the most iconic sites & attractions at a glance. Uniquely designed, each title in the series

Includes:: a series of lists of the best things to do & see, with highlights, thematic

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Spain in the Eyewitness guide series from Dorling Kindersley; lavishly illustrated & particularly concerned with providing the visitor with detailed background information to sightseeing in the chosen destination & a broad cultural introduction. Popular historical buildings & museums are often described with cutaway diagrams allowing you to view ...

The DK Eyewitness Spain Travel Guide is your indispensible guide to this beautiful part of the world. The fully updated guide



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Spain for Your Trip 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 ...