Ultimate Etape is an essential guide to cycling Europe`s iconic stages. From the epic ascent of the Stelvio to the rolling hills of Utrecht & the stunning flats of Southern France, this is the ultimate tour of Europe`s legendary stages. Each stage

Includes:: detail on the actual route (with maps & profile), length, height, & compelling descriptions focussing on all the main points of interest along the route. Ultimate Etape is a book for cyclists of all abilities
- from experienced club racers to enthusiastic amateurs who might just want to take on one great cycle etape. Packed with practical route information & advice on each route, Pete Cossin`s beautifully written text explains why each stage merits inclusion with superb descriptions of the majestic scenery, the heroic deeds of cycling`s legendary riders or the sheer endeavour & exhilaration of completing a stage.


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Thus fun, photo-filled, fact-packed night sky guide will encourage kids to stop & look up to spot stars & planets right from their own backyards. From Mars to meteor showers, Scorpius to satellites, kids will learn how, where, & when to spot these space-dwelling phenomena in the night sky at any time of the year. With tons of info & interactivity prompts, it`s the perfect companion for backyard or field trips, camping or vacations. Durable & portable, it`s just right for your pocket or backpack! ...

Following on from the popular Ultimate Survival Guide for kids, QED presents an essential guide for the budding explorer. Not only will this title help you explore the world`s toughest environments but the reader will also find great advice on exploring their own back yard! Learn how to plan your expedition, camp in the countryside, survive in the wild & even useful information on what you can find in your garden, all from full-time & professional explorer Justin Miles. An easy-to-follow manual packed full of essential information, this title is a must have for any young explorer who`s curious about the world. ...

National Geographic has inspired generations of explorers. Now it`s your turn! Learn what it takes to be a real-life explorer in this fun & action-packed guide to discovering the world around us. Unearth ancient mummies & lost treasures, encounter wild animals & learn how to protect their habitats, & shoot for the stars with the latest technologies in space travel. Amazing stories, fantastic photos, & hands-on-activities inspire curious kids to start discovering on l&, air, & sea. Profiles feature National Geographic explorers of all kinds: paleontologists, biologists, photographers, artists, writers, activists, conservationists, & more. Kids are inspired to follow their passions into careers & introduced to the first steps to take to achieve their dream. ...

This title features all new activity collection with the ultimate blend of facts & fun. With Ultimate Factivity Collection Dinosaur, learning has never been this fun! Engaging reference notes guide you through activities, while fun challenges & interesting puzzles are designed to inspire creativity. It is packed with puzzles, games, doodles & over 500 stickers to accompany amazing facts & information. Dig yourself into this wild world of prehistoric creatures & tackle activities on the terrible T. Rex, the stout stegosaurus, the giant brachiosaurus, & more. Go on an amazing adventure, make an origami dinosaur, or hunt for fossils in this incredible, fact-filled adventure. The combination of fun activities & educational information will help improve your child`s social, emotional, cognitive, & language skills
- & they`ll have fun while doing it! Take a trip back in time with Ultimate Factivity Collection Dinosaur.
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A host of features set this guide apart from all others on the shelves. First & foremost, it is filled with practical advice & tips from the professionals who create the stunning photography found in National Geographic Traveler, the number 1 travel magazine. Because travel presents new people, new situations, new environments, the skill set required for great travel photography is more specialised. Main themes of travel photography are covered, such as landscapes, portraits, architecture, action, & more. Based on our expert photographers' experiences in the field, the guide focuses on the challenging situations & special opportunities that occur while exploring new environments (wildlife in the distance, a tribal dance by a campfire, a monument in shadow) & covers how to engage your subjects & work
- often quickly
- to get the best shots. Chapters of this title will cover inspiration; how to research a destination; how & where to purchase the right equipment; mastery of the core photography concepts; exercises to get to know your camera, with travel assignments near home; working with light; getting a sense of place to impart a narrative in your images; seeking out the authentic; how to capture a city; discovering the countryside; shooting adventure & nature; coping in the third world; capturing special shots, such as portraits, panoramas & potluck; saving & sharing photos; &, digital tips, checklist, camera bag essentials, & resources. Designed especially for active travelers, the book is sized for portability to fit easily in a backpack or jacket pocket.

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Ultimate Food Journeys is the essential 'what to eat where' guide for foodies who love to travel & for travellers who love to eat. DK's ultimate gastronomic tour of the globe reveals the origins of the world's most famous dishes & the best places to eat them. From Boeuf Bourgignon in France to Tapas in Spain & soul food in Louisiana to tacos in Mexico, this beautifully illustrated book is arranged continent by continent with clear maps & mouth-watering photography. Expert authors introduce destinations & select the best or most interesting things to eat, uncovering the origins of the dish & exploring the ingredients. They recommend the best places to eat the area's speciality, chosen for the quality of the cooking, as well as the experience of dining there. Ultimate Food Journeys makes finding the ideal foodie getaway easier than ever. Search by time of year, type of vacation, type of food or simply flick through the pages & be inspired. Take a taste-bud led tour of the world with Ultimate Food Journeys. ...

An easy-to-follow manual full of essential information for any young person with an interest in maps & a sense of adventure. This book is packed full of map projects & games, as well a practical guidance for those putting their new navigation knowledge to the test outdoors. Readers will learn how to understand map symbols & legend, navigate without a compass, create their own maps, plan their own map-reading expedition, & even how to use their mapping skills on a geocaching adventure. With its fast pace, clear instructions & nuggets of information, this authoritative guide will appeal to a wide readership age. Written by one of the few full-time explorers in the world, this book won`t just whet child`s appetite for adventure; it will give them the tools to set off on one, too. ...

” The Ultimate Guide to The Munros” is a guidebook with a difference. Rather than telling the reader which are the `best` routes, it describes all practicable ascent routes up all the Munros, & rates them in terms of difficulty & quality (using comprehensive grading systems). This enables the reader to make his/her own choices from a range of route options. Providing everything a prospective hill walker could want, ” The Ultimate Guide to the Munros” also makes extensive use of annotated digital photographs & OS maps &

Includes:: everything about a route from the amount of effort required to local history, weather conditions & the best tea-rooms in the vicinity.

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In these informative pages, Mike & Anne Howard
- officially the World`s Longest Honeymooners & founders of the acclaimed travel
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