Southeast Asia Classic Wall Map at 1:6, 500, 000, paper version – size 96 x 81cm (38” x 32” approx), published by National Geographic in their classic style of presentation: country borders outlined in colour against pale background with relief shading to show the topography, & attractive light blue colouring of the surrounding seas. Coverage

Includes:: the whole of Indonesia & the Philippines, & extends north to cover China as far as Hangzhou &, in the north-western corner, Bhutan. The map has light relief shading to present the topography, with names of selected mountain ranges, peaks, etc. Country boundaries are prominently outlined in contrasting colours & the map shows the network of main road & rail connections plus airports with scheduled services. The surrounding seas are coloured to reflect the depths; in parts of Indonesia, Philippines or the South China Sea numerous bays, smaller straights, shoals & reefs are names. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at intervals of 6°. This title is also available encapsulated.

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Southeast Asia Classic Wall Map at 1:6, 500, 000, encapsulated version – size 96 x 81cm (38” x 32” approx), published by National Geographic in their classic style of presentation: country borders outlined in colour against pale background with relief shading to show the topography, & attractive light blue colouring of the surrounding seas. Coverage

Includes:: the whole of Indonesia & the Philippines, & extends north to cover China as far as Hangzhou &, in the north-western corner, Bhutan. The map has light relief shading to present the topography, with names of selected mountain ranges, peaks, etc. Country boundaries are prominently outlined in contrasting colours & the map shows the network of main road & rail connections plus airports with scheduled services. The surrounding seas are coloured to reflect the depths; in parts of Indonesia, Philippines or the South China Sea numerous bays, smaller straights, shoals & reefs are names. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at intervals of 6°. This title is also available on paper without the encapsulation.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.

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South-east Asia on a Budget 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 ...

Southeast Asia in the Shoestring guide series from Lonely Planet; market-leading, comprehensive guides aimed specifically at those travelling independently on a budget & cover popular backpacking 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 Shoestring guide has the same layout, covering a large region or continent with dedicated sections for each country. Introductory chapters include information on responsible travel & a ...

Southeast Asia in the Shoestring guide series from Lonely Planet; market-leading, comprehensive guides aimed specifically at those travelling independently on a budget & cover popular backpacking 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 Shoestring guide has the same layout, covering a large region or continent with dedicated sections for each country. Introductory chapters include information on responsible travel & a ...

The Lonely Planet South East Asia 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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A guide encompassing Approx. 600, 000 square miles of some of the best cruising grounds in the world. From the Andaman & Nicobar Islands in the west to the gulf of Thailand in the east.A lot has happened since the first issue of Andaman Sea Pilot, this

Includes::- new marinas, marinas under development, new resorts, new restaurants & other onshore facilities, changes wrought by the 2004 tsunami (though fortunately few of these) & more. Seven countries are included: Thail&, Myanmar, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, Cambodia & India`s Andaman Islands, each of which are covered in detail. All the information required to pass through or cruise & explore by yacht is presented in an easy-to-reference style. The authors have compiled the information over more than two decades of personal experience in the region & have invited a number of well qualified voyagers to update facilities & opportunities in this rapidly developing cruising destination. This new 5th edition

Includes:: a new, expanded Indonesia chapter featuring stunning Raja Ampat plus notes on Palau & short introductions to The Philippines & Hong Kong.



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Each country has specific attractions; all offer travellers a memorable experience whether for adventurous holidays, cultural tours or indulgent relaxation. In words & stunning pictures, this book provides an unbeatable introduction to a rich & colourful region. ...

Straddling the equator, Southeast Asia comprises Myanmar, Thail&, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Singapore, & the Philippines, as well as Laos, Cambodia, Brunei, & East Timor. Despite its extraordinary diversity of ethnicities, religions, & political systems, Southeast Asia plays a key role in global economies & geopolitics, especially in light of its strategic position bordering China & India. This Very Short Introduction explores the contemporary character of Southeast Asia`s national societies through the lens of their historical evolution, from the eras of indigenous kingdoms & colonies under Western rule to the present`s independent nation states. Deftly combining historical analysis & geopolitical insights, the book paints a bird`s eye view of contemporary Southeast Asia as a community of diverse societies & traditions as well as a political theater-of-action nested between India & China & tangled in global economic traffic patterns, balance of powers, & environmental forces. As James R. Rush explains, archaic structures, such as religious & ethnic rivalries, tenacious feudal hierarchies, & age-old trade & migration patterns, remain rooted in today`s Southeast Asia beneath the surface of modern national governments. The book draws on a wide range of examples from the major nations, including the ethno-religious violence in Myanmar, the Muslim-led rebellion in the southern Philippines, the Thai-Cambodian territorial rivalries, the Confucian-inspired governance in Singapore, the military rule & democratization in Indonesia, the environmental consequences of agribusiness, mining, & unchecked urbanization, & the big-power alignments & tensions involving the United States, China, & Japan. By delving into the cultural, political, & geographical background of Southeast Asia, Rush shows that Southeast Asia is unquestionably modern, but it is modern in distinctively Southeast Asian ways. ...

The first edition of Southeast Asia: An Introductory History was published in 1979 & immediately filled a need for travellers & students interested in a tantalisingly different part of the world. Subsequent editions (translated into Japanese, Khmer, Korean & Thai) have continued to document with great perception the enormous changes & dramatic growth experienced in the region. Dr Milton Osborne has been a resident, student & fascinated observer of Southeast Asia for over 50 years. This familiarity has resulted in a highly readable & lively chronicle. While giving due regard to the early history of the region, Osborne concentrates on the changes that have taken place since the eighteenth century: the impact of colonial rule, economic transformations of the 19th & 20th centuries, the emergence & triumph of the independence movements, the impact of social change & the pivotal roles played by religion, ethnic minorities & immigrant groups. He also provides an introduction to the art of the region & a comprehensive guide to literature about Southeast Asia. Clearly written & extensively illustrated this twelfth edition of Southeast Asia: An Introductory History remains a classic in the field. ...