A brand new & updated edition featuring the A-Z Smart Guide format that means that you can find your way around the book with ease & plan your trip according to your very own personal taste. Special chapters & themed headings cover over 400 things to see & do from architecture history cafes temples museums & hotels to fashion palaces nightlife restaurants shopping theatre beaches & islands & much more allowing you to set your own priorities for a truly tailor-made & individual travel experience. The front-cover flap highlights all the top attractions such as the National Museum Wat Pho Canal Cruises & Jim Thompsons House & pinpoints exactly where to find these within the guide for quick & easy reference at a glance. This handy-sized guide helps you explore the best of the city from the royal district of Rattankosin to the vibrant Sukhumvit area. Our area overviews conveniently highlight the very best each district has to offer including lesser known sights & up-&-coming areas to look out for. The excursions section covers the former Siam capital Ayutthaya the bridge over the River Kwai & the beaches of Ko Samet & Pattaya. The guide also contains a transport map including the Skytrain Metro & Ferry & 8-page street atlas with full index & detailed mapping cross-referenced to the main text for easy navigation. The back-cover flap provides on-the-spot practical information such as important telephone numbers & useful phrases not to mention making a handy bookmark. Smart Guides
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Step-by-Step Bangkok" is a new guide to this dazzling city & its surroundings with a selection of clearly laid-out walks & tours chosen by a local expert complemented by beautiful full-colour pictures & a wealth of practical information all in a compact package. It also comes with a free full-colour pull-out map
- great for use with or without the guide
- on which the routes are clearly marked. Recommended Tours suggest the book's best tours for foodies families architecture & history buffs shopping & nightlife as well as those who want to try out Thai boxing. The Overview reveals essential background information on local culture lifestyle & traditions plus the lowdown on food & drink shopping Bangkok's sizzling nightlife & local history. The Walks & Tours section features 18 self-guided walking routes which show step by step how to get the most out of the destination all with clear easy-to-follow maps h&-picked places to eat & drink en route & great insider tips. The Directory incorporates a user-friendly fact-packed A to Z of practical information plus select hotel restaurant & nightlife listings which will lead you to the best that Bangkok has to offer."

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Take a fresh approach to Berlin with this Step by Step" guide part of a brand new stylishly designed series from Insight Guides. Lavishly illustrated in full colour this book features 14 irresistible self-guided walks & tours written by a local expert & packed with great insider tips. Whether you are new to the city or a repeat visitor whatever your interests & however long your stay this book is the perfect companion showing you the smartest way to link the sights & taking you beyond the beaten tourist track. All the walks & tours come with clear easy-to-follow full-colour maps & h&-picked places to eat & drink en route. A Key Facts box at the start of each tour highlights the recommended time needed to enjoy it to the full plus the distance covered & a start & end point; all this makes it simple to find the perfect tour for the time you have to spare. The book also recommends top tours by theme &

Includes:: a special Only in feature highlighting a number of experiences or attractions that are unique to Berlin. In addition it has background information on food drink & shopping plus a Directory section with a clearly organised A-Z list of practical information & hotel & restaurant listings to suit all budgets. The guide also comes with a free pull-out map complete with street index & with the walks & tours clearly marked. This map is great for use both with & without the main book."

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The most up-to-date guide available for this popular year-round destination featuring outstanding full-colour photography. From the breathtaking underground views of the Crystal Caves to trekking on horseback along the Railway Trail; this Insight Guide expertly explores it all. Clear colour-coded sections enable ease of use & provide well-researched explorations of major sights & attractions such as Devils Hole; an ideal spot for viewing sharks & protected loggerhead turtles the Maritime Museum; featuring fascinating displays of the famous Tucker Treasure & Hamilton; Bermudas capital with its colonial architecture & bustling streets. Places of interest are cross-referenced on full-colour maps throughout the guide whilst additional maps can be found within the front & back covers providing instant orientation & easy navigation. In-depth features on history give a rare insight into topics ranging from the Silk route & the journey from slavery to harmony on the isl&. Culture topics are equally diverse covering everything from arts & entertainment to international ball games. The guide also features comprehensive information on eating out nightlife shopping travelling with children & accommodation suitable for all budgets. Useful contact information & many other travel tips are also included. The unique combination of insightful exploration alongside practical advice means that this guide truly is a pleasure to read before during & after your visit. With this guide you also receive a FREE Hotel Club loyalty card offering GBP15 off your first hotel booking plus great savings of up to 60% on over 30 000 hotels across 120 countries. ...

Insight City Guide Boston" is a full-colour comprehensive travel guide to one of America's most historically rich & lively destinations. Full-colour photography & maps throughout combine with authoritative text to give you both inspiration & information to help explore Boston. Be inspired by the " Best Of Boston" section which highlights the city's unmissable sights & experiences while a comprehensive Travel Tips section provides all the practical information & travel advice you need as well as a guide to things to do in Boston plus our selective listings for hotel & restaurants. Lavish Photo Features offer a unique insight into topics such as the Freedom Trail Faneuil Hall & whale-watching. Insight's trademark history & culture coverage provides a fascinating introduction to Boston's colonial & revolutionary heritage as well as its modern life while features by local writers delve into everything from the local education industry & Salem's witch-hunts to the charming suburbs reached by streetcar. Nine Places chapters cover the entire city in detail from lofty Beacon Hill to the handsomely renovated Waterfront & the academic hub of Cambridge while three further excursions chapters suggest worthwhile trips to historic Plymouth the inviting beaches & dunelands of Cape Cod & Lexington & Concord crucibles of the American Revolution. Colour maps throughout help you get around so you can find the top attractions in Boston as well as venture off the beaten track to make sure you have the quintessential Boston experience." ...

A brand new series from Insight brings you the Smart Guide to Brussels. The unique & innovative A-Z format of Smart Guides means that you can plan your trip according to your own personal taste. Themed headings cover over 400 amazing things to see & do including hotels cafes churches fashion history nightlife restaurants shopping theatre & much more for a truly tailor-made individual travel experience. Special chapters highlight the best of the city's Art Nouveau buildings & its many museums & art galleries including the Royal Museums of Fine Arts & the Musee Horta. There are also details of where to find designer clothes stores chocolatiers & street markets plus where to go for the best Belgian beers & moules-frites. Area overviews conveniently highlight the best each district has to offer from the guildhouses of the Grand Place & the gentrified streets of Sablon to the bureaucratic architecture of the European Quarter. Sights outside the city are also covered including Waterloo & the medieval town of Leuven. The front-cover flap highlights the destination's top sights allowing you to set your trip priorities whilst the back-cover flap provides useful French & Dutch phrases to help you get by along with other useful contact information. The guide also contains a street atlas with full index & detailed mapping which is cross-referenced to the main text for ease of use & transport maps are provided to help you get around & explore. Smart Guides
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Insight Guide Canada" is a comprehensive full-colour guide to getting the most out of one of the world's most beautiful countries. Engaging History & Culture chapters explain the tumultuous history of Canada & the factors influencing Canadian culture & identity; from ancient Inuit settlements through to the arrival of the British to the influx of immigrants from all over the world. The burgeoning arts scene local cuisine & the wild landscape all contributors to the country's unique character are fully explored. To help with planning your trip the Places chapters encompass all of Canada's provinces cover the vibrant cities of Toronto Vancouver & Montreal in detail & suggest where to visit & what to do in Canada's great outdoors including taking the train across the majestic Rocky Mountains. Full-colour photographs throughout illustrate the beauty of the Canadian landscape & give a true flavour of life in the country today. Detailed maps plot all major sights & the Travel Tips offer practical advice plus selective independent reviews of the best & most authentic places to stay & eat." ...

Insight Guide Caribbean Cruises is your comprehensive guide book to cruising the Caribbean with full-color photos throughout combining with the lively narrative. Our inspirational Best of Caribbean Cruising" section outlines top attractions & activities not to be missed while features by local writers cover not just the cruising angle but the cultural one too. Get to grips with the world of cruising: from choosing the right cruise for you & planning onboard activities vs shore excursions to glimpses behind the scenes cruiseship cuisine & pampering & even tips on how to make your Caribbean cruising as environmentally friendly as possible. We cover the history & culture of this region in more detail than any other Caribbean cruises book on the market
- our cultural information on the Caribbean people & the regions history along with colorful features on subjects such as Carnival Architecture & the Underwater World give you the full picture of cruising in the Caribbean. Twenty-nine Places chapters then visit Florida Mexico & Central America before heading for the Caribbean with the cruise lines private islands also included. A Main Attractions panel helps you get the most from each chapter while plentiful full-color maps show you the way around with dotted sights highlighting areas of interest. Finally the Travel Tips cover all your practical needs with a wealth of information to take you from Planning the Trip to Life on Board
- including on-shore transportation & listings for where to eat & even where to stay should you wish to extend your trip."

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Insight Guide China" is a comprehensive full-colour guide to this enigmatic destination. The country's vast expanse is covered in detail from the bright lights of Shanghai & Hong Kong to the awe-inspiring Great Wall from the subtropical southwest to the Siberian north the manicured gardens of Suzhou to the barren landscapes of Tibet. Our coverage ventures off the beaten track to ancient riverside villages & little-known backwaters. Thirty-five detailed maps linked to the sights by numbered dots help you to find your way around. China's fascinating history & culture are brought to life through evocative photography & absorbing text that is a real pleasure to read. Lavish photo features offer a unique insight into various aspects of the country including Chinese opera & Chinese festivals how the Great Wall was built sacred Daoist & Buddhist mountains & the colourful minority groups of the southwestern provinces. Our inspirational Best of The China section highlights the unmissable sights & experiences while a comprehensive Travel Tips section gives you all the practical information you need to plan your trip. Our selective listings bring you the best hotels & restaurants across the country." ...