The spectacular Beijing Olympics of 2008 heralded China s arrival as an economic superpower. When the world plunged into economic crisis, in China, too, factories closed, but most unemployed workers simply made their way back to the countryside. The patience, diligence, enterprise, & natural optimism that are part of the Chinese character helped tide it over the setback. Since then social & economic development have been astonishing. Under Communist Party direction, the economy moved from export-led growth to home consumption. New mega-cities sprang up, peopled by a generation of city dwellers, light years away from their parents rural world. Opinion is divided about the present economic slowdown. Either way, this is a country no one can ignore. ...

Hot Spots Kenya highlights all you need to know about a country of diverse landscapes, excellent cuisine & amazing beaches & nightlife. These vibrant guides focus on the popular sun destinations worldwide. Highlighting the best nightlife, shopping, beaches & activities, they enable travellers to become familiar with their chosen resort, while providing details for them to get out & about to see local attractions too. It is presented in a handy pocket size
- ideal for travelling light. It features full-colour maps & photographs. It

Includes:: a menu decoder, sports & activities. There are fun excursions & scenic trips, along with colourful descriptions of local cuisine, fiestas & markets.


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Kenya & the adjoining regions of Tanzania, including Kilimanjaro, Ngorongoro & Serengeti, at 1:1, 000, 000 from Nelles Verlag, with its smaller map size offering a convenient format for use when travelling. Also included are street plan of central Nairobi & Mombasa, plus an enlargement of Kenya ...

Kenya & the adjoining regions of Tanzania including Kilimanjaro, Ngorongoro & Serengeti, at 1:1, 000, 000 on a waterproof & tear-resistant, double-sided map from Nelles, with street plans of central Nairobi & Mombasa, plus enlargements of Kenya’s southern coast & the Lamu Island area. The map divides Kenya north/south along the Equator, with a small overlap between the two sides. Relief shading with numerous spot heights & names of mountain ranges, peaks, valleys, etc, present the topography. Road network distinguishes between asphalt, gravel & dirt roads, & shows distances on main routes. Railway lines & local airports are included, & the map also shows internal administrative boundaries in both countries with names of the provinces. National parks or protected areas & numerous other places of interest are very prominently highlighted. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at intervals of 1°. The map has no index. Map legend

Includes:: English. Street plans of central Nairobi & Mombasa highlight various places of interest & facilities, including selected hotels. The map also provides enlargements covering in greater detail the southern half of the Kenyan & the Lamu Island area, showing numerous beaches & tourist accommodation.

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Detailed, if sometimes a little crowded, road map of Kenya & Tanzania, with insets showing street plans of the centres of Nairobi & Dar Es Salam. Geographical information

Includes:: minor hill shading, contours & selected spot heights, with coral reefs, salt lakes, marshes, waterfalls & wells, forests, lava fields & sand deserts. Five different types of roads & trails are indicated with intermediate driving distances on main roads, plus petrol & service stations. Airports or landing strips & railways are also marked, along with the local boundaries, which are also shown on a separate inset with administrative districts of both countries. National parks & game reserves are marked, as well as various types of accommodations, viewpoints & scenic spots, water-sport facilities, & other places of interest. Four more insets show close-ups on Mount Kenya, Kilimanjaro, Pemba Isl&, & Zanzibar. Longitude & latitude lines are drawn at 2

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Kenya on an indexed map from Freytag & Berndt showing the whole country on one side at a good scale of 1:1, 000, 000 but with its south-eastern region as an inset. Cartography is an enlargement of the publishers’ map of East Africa so has greater clarity & larger size print, & also

Includes:: additional tourist information. The south-eastern corner with the coast around Mombasa & Malindi is shown on an inset which also covers the East & West parts of the Tsavo National Park, plus are border region of Tanzania with Kilimanjaro. Topography is shown by relief shading, spot heights & names of various mountain ranges, valleys, etc, plus colouring and/or graphics for forested areas, deserts, marshland & swaps, salt pans, etc. In the arid areas numerous wells are marked. National parks & other protected areas are prominently highlighted. The map shows the country’s road & rail networks, including selected minor local roads & tracks. Driving distances are shown on main & many secondary routes & the map also indicates locations with filling stations. Domestic airports are marked & a range of icons prominently highlight numerous places of interest. Latitude & longitude lines are drawn at 1º intervals. The index is next to the map. Map legend

Includes:: English.



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The highly successful Globetrotter Travel Series, which

Includes:: Travel Guides, Travel Maps, Road Atlases,

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Kenya Handbook in the Handbooks series from Footprint; comprehensive & leading guides designed & written for independent travellers who enjoy exploring off the beaten track. Footprint guides have an established reputation, built up since 1921, for catering for more adventurous & individual travellers. An unrestrictive editorial style also gives authors the freedom to capture & explore local cultures, sights & areas that are often not covered in other guides. Widely recognised for their reliability & independent writing style, Footprint guides all have the same layout. Introductory sections introduce the reader to the destination, with chapters on planning on your trip & essentials, including practical information & guidance on subjects such as when & where to go, itineraries, sport & activities, arts, getting there & around, eating & drinks, sleeping & a dedicated section on the anticipated carbon footprint involved in travelling to the destination. Each guide is organised geographically by region or country, with individual sections having a particular focus on an extensive range of sights & places of interest. Further, there are also details of accommodation, nightlife, restaurants & any notable local activities. Information boxes throughout the text give readers an insight into local customs, stories & sights of particular interest.A ...

Kenya in the Handbooks series from Footprint; comprehensive & leading guides designed & written for independent travellers who enjoy exploring off the beaten track. Footprint guides have an established reputation, built up since 1921, for catering for more adventurous & individual travellers. An unrestrictive editorial style also gives authors the freedom to capture & explore local cultures, sights & areas that are often not covered in other guides. Widely recognised for their reliability & independent writing style, Footprint guides all have the same layout. Introductory sections introduce the reader to the destination, with chapters on planning on your trip & essentials, including practical information & guidance on subjects such as when & where to go, itineraries, sport & activities, arts, getting there & around, eating & drinks, sleeping & a dedicated section on the anticipated carbon footprint involved in travelling to the destination. Each guide is organised geographically by region or country, with individual sections having a particular focus on an extensive range of sights & places of interest. Further, there are also details of accommodation, nightlife, restaurants & any notable local activities. Information boxes throughout the text give readers an insight into local customs, stories & sights of particular interest.A ‘ Background’ section explores the history, economy, government, education, culture, people, land & environment of the destination in significant depth. There is also a ‘ Footnotes’ chapter with a basic language guide for travellers & information about the author. A useful distance chart tailored to the destination is also included in the inside back cover. ...

Kenya in the Bradt’s new Highlights series exploring the country’s most popular places, routes & itineraries as selected by some of the world’s leading travel writers & tour operators. The guide

Includes:: the Central & Northern, Southwest & Southeast Safari Circuits, national parks, ancient sites & more, & features a specific chapter on safari planning. The guide is designed to present readers with the destination’s main highlights & must-see attractions to help travellers select the best route for an organised tour or plan an independent trip. It provides practical & useful guidance on making the most of their visit & colour photographs features throughout. Individual guides in this series have extensive introductory chapters on the local history, people & culture; the geography of the region & its natural landscape, including wildlife. Chapters dealing with practicalities include Planning a Trip & life On the Ground, providing comprehensive information on when & where to go, getting there, red tape, health & safety, cultural etiquette etc. The ‘ Highlights’ part of the guide focuses on the attractions, sites or experiences that are unique to the region or country. Detailed advice & recommendations from Brandt’s expert authors with a focus on things to see & do are provided, as well as concise listings on accommodation & eating out options.A couple of pages are dedicated to essential vocabulary & a list of recommended reading.

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