A brand new edition featuring illuminating text written by expert local writers alongside over 250 inspiring full-colour photographs that will bring the people & places of the Ecuadorian mainland & Galapagos Islands to life at the turn of a page. From the snow-capped peaks of the Avenue of the Volcanoes to the historic Old Town of Quito all attractions are included to ensure you experience the very best of this diverse destination whatever your interests. A special Best of feature highlights the top attractions not to be missed & provides the editors choice of exclusive & unique recommendations including the best museums churches markets wildlife-watching spots ideas for adventures & tips for families with children. An in-depth Places section features thirteen chapters covering the entire country including the Unesco Word Heritage City of Cuenca & the fascinating wildlife of the Oriente. All the principal sites along the way are conveniently cross-referenced by number to accompanying full-colour maps throughout the guide to enable instant orientation & easy navigation at a glance. You will also find a comprehensive History chapter looking back to lost worlds & ancient civilisations legendary dynasties & battles for independence. Intriguing features explore Ecuadors people culture cuisine environment & more. A comprehensive Travel Tips section provides essential practical information covering transport accommodation for all budgets nightlife eating out shopping money health visas language & much more along with useful contact telephone numbers to help you book activities in advance. The unique combination of insightful exploration alongside practical advice means that this guide truly is a pleasure to read before during & after your visit. ...

Insight Guide Ecuador & the Galapagos" is a comprehensive full-colour guide to the culture history & wildlife of this diverse & fascinating country. The book is illustrated throughout with hundreds of beautiful specially commissioned colour photographs. Our inspirational Best of Ecuador section illustrates the country's top attractions from Inca monuments & colonial buildings to the best places for wildlife-spotting & adventure sports. With a longer & more in-depth history & culture section than its competitors this travel guide provides an essential introduction to Ecuador's ancient civilizations colonial history & contemporary politics & environmental issues. The informative text written by regional experts is a pleasure to read & accompanied by stunning photography. The lavish Photo Features offer a unique insight into the traditional textiles colonial architecture Galapagos birdlife & vintage railways. All major sights are cross-referenced with the maps & the travel tips section provides a wealth of practical information on how to plan your trip things to do in Ecuador plus our carefully selected hotel & restaurant listings lead you to the best & most authentic establishments." ...

The latest in our series of local UK guides for everyone who wants to re-discover Britain's gems! Ideal for on-the-spot use this Belfast edition make the perfect companion for both first-time & repeat visitors. It's packed with a diverse range of things to see & do highlighting everything that visitors simply cannot afford to miss. The top 10 attractions are recommended including the ornate Crown Liquor Saloon & the Grand Opera House so you can be sure you will see the very best of Belfast plus fascinating facts & tips are provided throughout to help you make the most of your stay. You will find irresistible walks & tours specially designed to suit every interest & taste. All routes are timed & accompanied by easy-to-follow maps for stress-free navigation & feature h&-picked places to eat drink & shop en route. There is also a handy overview map for each area providing instant orientation at a glance. There is plenty of practical travel advice including information on active & themed holidays. There is also information on transport & where to find the best locally produced food. When it comes to accommodation this guide covers everything from family-friendly B& Bs to small boutique hotels. This guide also features beautiful full-colour photography throughout. ...

Great Breaks Glasgow" is a compact travel guide that combines snappy text with full-colour photography to highlight the very best that this lively city has to offer. The Walks & Tours section suggests various routes around the city to discover the key sights that you will not want to miss; from an artistic amble around the West End & Southside on the Mackintosh Tour to a trip through Glasgows industrial heritage via the Old Fruitmarket & City Halls on the Merchant City Tour. Each walk offers a selection of places to eat & drink as you go & clear maps plot all the major sights. The Overview chapter offers some historical context to your trip & suggests some venues to experience Glasgows vibrant entertainment scene along the way. The Travel Tips section lists the active pursuits & themed holidays you could try along with essential practical information & hotel recommendations. Glasgows Top 10 helps you to plan how best to spend your time & experience the very best of this Scottish city." ...

The latest in our series of local UK guides for everyone who wants to re-discover Britain's gems! Ideal for on-the-spot use this Guernsey edition make the perfect companion for both first-time & repeat visitors. It's packed with a diverse range of things to see & do highlighting everything that visitors simply cannot afford to miss. The top 10 attractions are recommended including the colourful harbour at St Peter Port & the historical Sausmarez Manor so you can be sure you will see the very best of Guernsey plus fascinating facts & tips are provided throughout to help you make the most of your stay. You will find irresistible walks & tours specially designed to suit every interest & taste. All routes are timed & accompanied by easy-to-follow maps for stress-free navigation & feature h&-picked places to eat drink & shop en route. There is also a handy overview map for each area providing instant orientation at a glance. There is plenty of practical travel advice including information on active & themed holidays. There is also information on transport & where to find the best locally produced food. When it comes to accommodation this guide covers everything from family-friendly B& Bs to small boutique hotels. This guide also features beautiful full-colour photography throughout. ...

Whether youre on a relaxing weekend break or an active holiday this collection of 12 irresistible walks & tours in & around the city of dreaming spires is sure to appeal. Great Breaks Oxford" is packed with vivid colour photographs & inspiration for things to do with kids in tow. The book starts with the 10 top attractions in Oxford including the iconic Bodleian Library & punting on the Thames followed by essential background information on Oxfords culture history & food & drink. Next are 12 wonderful self-guided walks & tours taking in the best places to visit in Oxford from the historic heart of the university to idyllic Port Meadow & beyond. The tours have clear maps places to eat & drink & top accommodation recommendations. The final section of the book offers a selection of listings for things to do in Oxford with sections on active holidays (including boating & punting) & themed holidays such as walking & wildlife. There is also a practical information section & comprehensive accommodation listings." ...

The latest in our series of local UK guides for everyone who wants to re-discover Britains gems! Ideal for on-the-spot use this York edition make the perfect companion for both first-time & repeat visitors. They are packed with a diverse range of things to see & do highlighting everything that visitors simply cannot afford to miss. The top 10 attractions are recommended too so you can be sure you will see the very best of York plus fascinating facts & tips are provided throughout to help you make the most of your stay. You will find irresistible walks & tours specially designed to suit every interest & taste. All routes are timed & accompanied by easy-to-follow maps for stress-free navigation & feature h&-picked places to eat drink & shop en route. There is also a handy overview map for each area providing instant orientation at a glance. There is plenty of practical travel advice including information on active & themed holidays. There is also information on transport & where to find the best locally produced food. When it comes to accommodation this guide covers everything from family-friendly B& Bs to small boutique hotels. This guide also features beautiful full-colour photography throughout. ...

This edition of Great Railway Journeys of Europe from Insight Guides features inspiring full-colour photography & detailed maps alongside a country-by-country review of the most fascinating railway routes in Europe including the most worthwhile places to visit en route. These exciting journeys include Cross-Continental Routes such as The Venice Simplon-Orient Express as well as routes within Great Britain & Ireland France Switzerland Italy Scandinavia & more beautiful countries. Europes best railway journeys are highlighted to help you choose the best type of experience to suit you whether it be a classic journey a luxury train journey or a scenic byway trip. All the principal routes are cross-referenced by number to the accompanying full-colour maps found throughout the guide whilst additional maps inside the front & back covers enable instant orientation & easy navigation at a glance. An introduction to European rail travel is insightfully explored as is a section covering the intriguing history & interesting features on everything from The Growth of Rail Travel to Engineering Feats. Information Panels throughout the colour-coded sections give extra detail for anyone with a thirst for knowledge covering The Royal Scotsman to The Train of Kings & other interesting information. A comprehensive Travel Tips section covers booking agents tickets & reservations European rail passes visas & passports travel for the disabled & many more invaluable tips. A further quick-reference A-Z section summarises the main points of information arranged conveniently by country focusing on money health & emergencies public holidays & more to ensure your trip goes smoothly. The unique combination of insightful exploration alongside practical advice means that this guide truly is a pleasure to read before during & after your trip. ...

This brand new edition Insight Guide to Iceland features outstanding full-colour photography with this edition containing over 250 brand new photographs alongside illuminating explorations of all the places to go in a region-by-region format. Top attractions are highlighted to help you plan priorities for your trip including viewing the spectacular Northern Lights & the must-see two natural wonders of Geysir & Gullfoss. All places of special interest are cross-referenced on full-colour maps throughout the guide so they can be quickly pin-pointed as they are mentioned in the text. A brand new Editors Choice section in this edition features illustrated spreads revealing the authors take on quirky & interesting things to see & do. Clear colour-coded sections include in-depth features on history culture sport art & the local people along with practical advice covering accommodation for all budgets transport eating out & much more. 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. ...

Insight Guide: Indonesia" is an essential guide to one of the worlds last tourism frontiers a far-flung archipelago of rainforests volcanoes vivid festivals & teeming cities all brought to life through evocative photography. Our inspirational Best of Indonesia 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. Colourful magazine-style features offer a unique insight into the incomparable Balinese festivals unique Sulawesi wildlife & colourful batik fabrics. A detailed Places section with full-colour maps cross-referenced to the text guides you from the jungles of darkest Borneo to the beaches of Bali the ancient trading ports of Java & the Spice Islands to the primeval Papuan highlands." ...