Irish in the Language & Culture series from Lonely Planet, providing an irreverent view of a selection of languages & revealing the meanings behind everyday native expressions. Written in a humorous style, these pocket-sized guides present a thematic guide to each language through descriptions of vocabulary, colloquiums & slang. Each guide begins with a short history of the language, including unique features & origins. There is also guidance on pronunciation, grammar, phrasing, greetings, etiquette & body language. Individual sections are dedicated to lifestyle & society, travel & transport, food & drink, sport, entertainment, slang, misunderstandings & regional variations or languages. Extensive descriptions of each area are interlaced with humorous anecdotes, common misunderstandings & other words & phrases which may confuse visitors. Outline maps of different regions are accompanied by commentary on regional variations & any notable local vocabulary. There is also a useful ‘ Word-finder’, designed to help readers locate specific terms, phrases or vocabulary easily. ...

Italian in the Fast Talk Series from Lonely Planet, comprising a selection of handy, pocket-sized language guides designed to be practical & easy to use. Each guide provides essential language for short trips & covers a range of different situations with appropriate vocabulary. There are individual sections entitled Chat, Explore, (sights) Shop, Enjoy, (what’s on & small talk) Eat & Drink, Services, (including bank & post office vocabulary) Go, (transport) Sleep, Work (business) & Help (emergencies & police), all with easy pronunciation guides. A ‘ Look Up’ section provides useful information on numbers, colours & time & dates. There are also comprehensive English-French & French-English dictionaries, allowing users to look up vocabulary easily. ...

Northern Italy & the French Riviera on a single-sided, indexed road map at 1:800, 000 from Insight. This large map



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In recent times the popularity of the Camino de Santiago has prompted renewed interest in pilgrim walks in Irel&. Increasing numbers now follow ancient Irish pilgrim paths to such holy places as Glencolumbkille, Croagh Patrick, Lough Derg & Glendalough. John G. O` Dwyer has walked
- or, in the case of Clonmacnoise, cycled
- the pilgrim trails of Irel&, from Slieve Mish in the northeast, where Christianity may have had its first dawning in Irel&, to Skellig Michael in the southwest, where the known world once ended. Each walk description has directions, the degree of difficulty, estimated time & a map. The paths are varied & suited to a range of abilities, from casual ramblers to committed walkers. In each route the author recounts his feelings & experiences, & describes the entertaining & insightful characters he meets along the way.

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Few cities are as historically rich as Rome, with its layers of treasures from the days of the ancient empire to medieval & Renaissance times, all juxtaposed with buzz of the modern capital. Explore Rome will lead you to the heart of the city. A br&-new, full-colour guide containing 17 easy-to-follow routes that take in the city centre`s monuments
- including a detailed itinerary around the Colosseum
- as well as people-watching opportunities on the Spanish Steps, art treasures at the Vatican, trendy bars in Trastevere, & excursions to the ancient Roman villas & Castelli. Insight`s trademark cultural coverage perfectly sets the routes in context, with introductions to Roman cuisine, the city`s great shopping & its key historical dates. H&-picked places to eat & drink are highlighted in each tour & in the directory section, which contains a wealth of practical information including a language guide, as well as a range of carefully selected hotels to suit all budgets. All routes are plotted on the useful pull-out map, & the beautiful photography shows off the splendour of Rome. Whether you are new to the city or a repeat visitor, & however long your stay, Explore Rome will help you discover the very best of the ”eternal city”.

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Insight City Guide Seattle is a comprehensive travel guide to this innovative & scenic city. Full-colour photos & maps throughout combine with authoritative text to inspire you to explore Seattle & its surrounding areas. Be inspired by the ” Best of Seattle” section, which highlights unmissable sights & experiences, while a comprehensive Travel Tips section gives you all the practical information & travel advice you need to plan what to do on your trip, including selective listings for hotel & restaurants. Lavish Photo Features offer a unique insight into topics such as northwestern Native American tribes, the EMP Museum & local volcanoes. Insight`s trademark history & culture coverage provides a fascinating introduction to Seattle`s enterprising & alternative culture, while features by local writers delve into everything from Bill Gates & Microsoft to writers` interest in the famous rain, local wines & totem poles. Nine Places chapters cover the city, from the National Historic District of Pioneer Square & the International District to the diverse neighbourhoods of Ballard & Capitol Hill, while three further excursions chapters suggest trips to across Puget Sound, around the Olympic Peninsula & out to the San Juan Islands & Cascade Mountains. Colour maps throughout help you get around so you can find the top attractions in Seattle as well as venture off the beaten track, to make sure you have the quintessential Seattle experience. ...

Double-sided map from ITMB conveniently combining coverage of north-eastern India with eastern Nepal at 1:1, 500, 000 with, on the reverse, more detailed mapping of Sikkim including a street plan of Gangtok showing tourist facilities. On one side Sikkim is shown on a detailed map at 1:135, 000 with altitude colouring plus spot heights presenting its topography. Road network differentiates between paved & unsurfaced roads &

Includes:: selected local tracks. Wildlife sanctuaries are highlighted. Symbols indicate locations with tourist accommodation, monasteries & temples, etc. The map is indexed & has a latitude/longitude grid at intervals of 5’. Also provided is a street plan of Gangtok annotated with accommodation, facilities & sights. On the reverse is an indexed map covering north-eastern India with eastern Nepal at 1:1, 500, 000, also with altitude colouring to show the topography of Assam, Arunchal Pradesh & the other states. The map shows the region’s road & rail networks, local airports, places of interest, etc. Also provided on this side is a street plan of central Kolkata (Calcutta), annotated with sights & facilities, plus an enlargement showing road & rail networks in the city’s environs.

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Go shopping at any hour of the day in Seoul`s trendsetting Myeongdong district, explore the ancient Buddhist temple of Bulguk-sa in Gyeongju & enjoy the Boryeong Mud Festival with Insight Guide South Korea
- a comprehensive guide to helping you decide what to see & do in this beguiling country. Insight Guide South Korea explores the history, people & culture of the country in detail, so you can discover everything you need to know about Korean street food, discern traditional pagoda architecture & learn what to expect from a Korean bathhouse. In-depth chapters cover South Korea`s cities & landscapes, from pulsating Seoul to the remote islands of the Jeolla Provinces
- alongside hundreds of beautiful pictures & detailed mapping. The Best Of section helps you to prioritise what to see & the Travel Tips offer selective listings of where to stay & eat out, plus essential advice on what you need to know before you go & how to get around the country once you are there.

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Explore Sri Lanka is the ideal pocket companion for your trip. Here is a full-colour travel guide to Sri Lanka containing 12 easy-to-follow routes that will take you from the bustling capital Colombo to the tea terraces in the hill country, by way of charming Galle Fort & the cultural triangle`s great Buddhist temples. You can discover all that this Indian Ocean island has to offer: its golden beaches, ancient cities & accessible wildlife in the national parks. Chapters on Sri Lanka`s mouth-watering food & drink, traditional entertainment & options for both sport & relaxation set the routes in context & feature Insight`s trademark cultural coverage. H&-picked places to eat & drink are highlighted in each tour & in the directory section, which contains practical advice to help you plan your visit, including a range of carefully selected hotels to suit all budgets. All routes are plotted on the useful pull-out map & the stunning photography perfectly captures the beauty of this beguiling tropical isl&. Whether you are new to the island or a repeat visitor, & however long your stay, Explore Sri Lanka is the perfect companion. ...

Whether you want to scale the heights of Mount Kilimanjaro, enjoy spectacular game viewing on safari, or simply lie on a beautiful beach, you can do it all in Tanzania & Zanzibar. This book has been fully overhauled by an expert Africa author & is packed with stunning new pictures bringing this breathtaking country & its people to life. It tells you all the best things to do & places to visit in Tanzania & gives you more background on the country`s fascinating history & culture than any other guide. From the vibrant capital of Dar es Salaam to the plains of the Serengeti, all the country`s top destinations are covered. We`ll show you where to enjoy unmissable Tanzania experiences like coral diving off the coast of Pemba & chimpanzee tracking in the Mahale Mountains, & there`s a comprehensive, fully illustrated gazetteer detailing the fabulous wildlife you`re likely to encounter on safari. Maps throughout will help you get around & travel tips give you all the essential information. ...