Now in its fourteenth edition, The Rough Guide to France is brimming with carefully curated information & inspiration to help you squeeze every last drop out of your Gallic gallivanting. Whether it`s making like a movie star in Cannes, following in Jeanne d` Arc`s footsteps in medieval Rouen, cycling the Loire chateaux, brushing up on Impressionism or hitting Corsica`s rugged GR20 hiking trail, Rough Guides` expert insights & gorgeous photos give you everything you need to embark on your Francophile dream. & with France being the world`s gastronomic capital, we`ve got the lowdown on all the foodie fun, from Parisian neo-bistros & Lyon bouchons to champagne-quaffing in Epernay & Perigord`s hearty country cooking. Full-colour maps throughout
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- ensure you won`t lose your way, however dazzled you are by France`s riches. There are also suggested itineraries to help with planning, plus in-depth sections of illuminating historical context & cultural background. Make the most of your holiday with The Rough Guide to France.

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Discover the length & breadth of Germany with the most incisive & entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to check out Berlin`s art galleries, cruise down the Rhine Valley or go wine-tasting along the Mosel Weinstrasse, The Rough Guide to Germany will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop & visit along the way.- Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides` trademark blend of humour, honesty & insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget.- Full-colour maps throughout- navigate Rugen`s meandering coastline or Munich`s Altstadt without needing to get online.- stunning images
- a rich collection of inspiring colour photography.- Things not to miss
- Rough Guides` rundown of Germany`s best sights & experiences.- Itineraries
- carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip.- Detailed regional coverage
- whether off the beaten track or in more mainstream tourist destinations, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered include: Berlin & Brandenburg; Saxony, including Leipzig & Dresden; Saxony-Anhalt & the Harz; Thuringia, including Weimar; Franconia (Northern Bavaria), including Nuremberg & Bamberg; Munich & central Bavaria; the Alps & eastern Bavaria; Baden-Wurttemberg, including Stuttgart & Heidelberg; the Black Forest; Rhinel&-Palatinate & Saarland; Frankfurt & Hesse; North-Rhine Westphalia, including Cologne; Lower Saxony & Bremen, including Hannover; Hamburg & Schleswig-Holstein; Mecklenburg-West Pomerania. Attractions include: Berlin Wall Memorial, the Reichstag, the Brandenburg Gate, Elbe Sandstone Mountains, Bode Valley, Amalienburg, Ulm Munster, Baden-Baden spas, Europa-Park, Schauinsland cable car, the Romantic Rhine, Schloss Neuschwanstein, the Altmuhltal nature reserve, the Romantic Road, Berchtesgadener L&, Aachen cathedral, Folkwang collection, Essen, North Sea isl&-hopping, Schwerin Schloss, to name but a few.- Basics
- essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food & drink, the media, festivals, sports & outdoor activities, culture & etiquette, travelling with children, shopping & more.- Background information
- a Contexts chapter devoted to history, books, film & music, plus a handy language section & glossary.





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Discover Rough Guides` home patch with the most incisive & entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to tuck into a balti in Birmingham, get your thrills at Blackpool Pleasure Beach or tackle Scotland`s majestic North Coast 500, The Rough Guide to Great Britain will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop & visit along the way.- Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides` trademark blend of humour, honesty & insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget.
- Full-colour maps throughout
- navigate the medieval lanes of York or Bath`s Georgian streets without needing to get online.
- stunning images
- a rich collection of inspiring colour photography.- Things not to miss
- Rough Guides` rundown of Britain`s best sights & experiences.- Itineraries
- carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip.
- Detailed regional coverage
- whether off the beaten track or in more mainstream tourist destinations, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered include: London & the southeast; the Cotswolds; Bath, Bristol & the southwest; East Anglia; the Midlands & the Peak District; Leeds, Manchester & the northwest; Yorkshire; Newcastle & the northeast; Cardiff & South Wales; Snowdonia; Edinburgh & the Lothians; Glasgow & the Clyde; the Scottish Highlands & Islands. Attractions include: Hampton Court Palace; Oxford`s colleges; the Eden Project; Manchester`s Northern Quarter; Hadrian`s Wall; the Lake District; Portmeirion; Welsh castles; Edinburgh Festival & the West Highland Railway.







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The Rough Guide to Great Britain is the definitive insider`s guide to a country rich in history, heritage & culture. Discover the best of what Britain has to offer, with detailed accounts of the country`s world-class attractions, from the British Museum to Edinburgh Castle, aided by clear maps & plans. Get insider tips on Britain`s vital, restless cities, from Bristol to Glasgow, & enjoy the bucolic attractions of its countryside, hiking along its walkers` trails or relaxing on one of its more spectacular beaches. Included in the guide there is a selection of best places to stay, from boutique hotels to cool campsites, & to eat & drink, from Michelin-starred restaurants & gourmet gastropubs to budget cafes & traditional pubs, giving you clear, balanced reviews for all budgets. You`ll find lavish photography & easy-to-use maps throughout the guide, too, helping you to make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Great Britain. ...

Discover ancient history & blissful beaches with the most clued-up & entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to join in the Easter celebrations, kick-back on the idyllic island of Santorini or explore the awe-inspiring ruins at Delphi, The Rough Guide to Greece will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop & visit along the way.- Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides` trademark blend of humour, honesty & insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget.- Full-colour maps throughout
- navigate Athens` bazaar area or plan your isl&-hopping route without needing to get online.- stunning images
- a rich collection of inspiring colour photography- Things not to miss
- Rough Guides` rundown of Greece`s best sights & experiences.- Itineraries
- carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip.- Areas covered include: Athens, the Peloponnese, the Pelion peninsula, the Pindhos Mountains, Thessaloniki, Mount Olympus, Macedonia, the Argo-Saronic Islands, the Cyclades, Crete, the Dodecanese, the East & North Aegean islands, the Sporades & Evvia, the Ionian Islands.
- Attractions include: the Acropolis, the Parthenon, Tower of the Winds, Temple of Poseidon, Stavros Niarchos Cultural Centre, National Archeological Museum, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Olympia, Delphi, the Meteora, Vikos Gorge, Mount Olympus, Prespa lakes, Mount Athos, Temple of Aphaea, Delos, Caldera of Santorini, Knossos, Samaria Gorge, Lindos Acropolis, National Marine Park of Alonissos-Northern Sporades, & more.- Basics
- essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food & drink, health, the media, festivals, sports & outdoor activities, culture & etiquette, shopping & more.- Background information
- a Contexts chapter devoted to history, archeology, wildlife, music & books, plus a handy language section & glossary.






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The Rough Guide to Guatemala is the ultimate guide to this fascinating Central American country. Fully updated, it



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Now is the time to explore Iceland
- tourism is booming & your kroona will go further than you think. The Rough Guide to Iceland
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Thoroughly revised & revamped with expanded coverage for its tenth edition, The Rough Guide to India is the ultimate travel guide to one of the world`s great travel destinations. From the majestic landscapes of the Himalayas to the tropical backwaters of Kerala, the Rough Guide covers this endlessly fascinating country in unparalleled depth, with crystal-clear mapping & stunning photography throughout. Rough Guides` team of experts bring you all the major headline sights, from the ” Golden Triangle” of Delhi, Agra & Rajasthan to the beaches of Goa, & insider knowledge on new & off-the-beaten-track destinations, such as up-&-coming beach resorts & newly created wildlife reserves, with the most reliable background coverage available. You`ll also find practical tips on the latest developments in this fast-changing destination, from the new e-Tourist visa programme (making it easier & cheaper to visit than ever before) to the explosion in B& Bs, home stays & hostels, the rise in adventure travel & even the incipient craft beer scene. Whether you`re planning the holiday of a lifetime or a six-month backpacking adventure, The Rough Guide to India will ensure you don`t miss a thing. ...

Discover this evergreen destination with the most incisive & entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to ride the length of the wonderful Wild Atlantic Way, take a foodie tour of the southwest or discover a city reborn in Belfast, The Rough Guide to Ireland will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop & visit along the way.- Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides` trademark blend of humour, honesty & insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget.
- Full-colour maps throughout
- navigate the backstreets of Dublin`s Temple Bar or Derry`s famous city walls without needing to get online.
- stunning images
- a rich collection of inspiring colour photography.- Things not to miss
- Rough Guides` rundown of Ireland`s best sights & experiences.- Itineraries
- carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip.
- Detailed regional coverage
- whether off the beaten track or in more mainstream tourist destinations, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered (all Ireland`s counties) include: Dublin; the Midlands; Cavan; Mayo; Galway; Clare; Limerick; Kerry; Cork; Kilkenny; Kildare; Meath; Belfast; Antrim & Derry. Attractions include: The Giant`s Causeway; Dublin`s Trinity College; Titanic Belfast; the Wild Atlantic Way; Brúna Bóinne; Skellig Michael; Kylemore Abbey; Bantry House; the Burren & Croagh Patrick.
- Basics
- essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food & drink, health, festivals, sports & outdoor activities, culture & etiquette, the media & more.
- Background information
- a Contexts chapter devoted to history, traditional music & literature, plus a handy language section & glossary.











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The new-look Rough Guide to Istanbul is the perfect travel guide to one of the world`s most popular & vibrant cities. Colourful, clearly laid-out pages are packed with exciting & evocative photographs, detailed colour-coded maps & insightful descriptions of all the sights. From the city`s iconic Byzantine churches & Ottoman mosques to its roof-top bars, restaurants, live music & club scene, every side of Istanbul is covered. You can take a ferry up the Golden Horn, cruise across the Bosphorus to Asia, walk the city`s l&-walls or lounge on the Princes` Islands beaches: The Rough Guide to Istanbul will be with you all the way. You`ll also find the latest insider information on the city`s thriving arts scenes, as well as the best places to stay & shop. & if you are up for a little exploring beyond the city, The Rough Guide to Istanbul is the only major guidebook to include sections on the former Ottoman capitals of Bursa & Edirne, lakeside Iznik & legendary Troy. ...