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. ...

Great Breaks Jersey" is a concise full-colour travel guide to the ' Queen of the Channel' with a selection of clearly laid-out walks & tours complemented by beautiful full-colour pictures & a wealth of practical information all in a compact package. Overview: the book starts with a spread highlighting the Top Ten Things to Do in Jersey taking in the island's absorbing heritage stunning coastal scenery historic forts & fortresses & museums & manor houses. This is followed by an engaging introduction on the island's culture geography lifestyle & traditions & an overview of where to find Jersey's best food & drink. Walks & Tours: this guide features 7 irresistible self-guided walks & tours that will take you on a journey through the squares markets & museums of Jersey's capital St Helier to the dramatic coastline of the windswept West with miles of sandy beaches. All are clearly timed & accompanied by easy-to-follow maps plus h&-picked places to eat drink & shop en route. Special Features
- home in on what makes Jersey unique: its local festivals prehistoric tombs & medieval fortresses. Travel Tips: the final section of the book is packed with information on active pursuits themed holidays & transport as well as specially selected accommodation to suit all tastes & budgets from chic boutique hotels to family-friendly B& Bs."
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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." ...

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." ...

This brand new edition Insight Guide to Italy features a wealth of inspiring full-colour photography including outstanding double page spreads. The top ten sights are identified to show you the very best of Italy & to help you plan your trip priorities. An Editors Choice section highlights the most unique experiences Italy has to offer along with personal recommendations on what to see & do. An in-depth fully revised & updated Places section covers the entire country region by region with all the principal sites cross-referenced by number to the accompanying full-colour maps. Additional maps inside the front & back covers enable instant orientation & easy navigation. At the end of each regional section you can find useful restaurant listings along with an indication of prices suitable for all budgets. Other colour-coded sections cover history & interesting features. A comprehensive Travel Tips section details transport accommodation for all budgets eating out activities language & an A-Z of other practical information including useful contact numbers 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 visit. ...

Visit the Petronas Twin Towers Domes & Minarets the Forest Research Institute sample the street food & Kuala Lumpur's extreme sports; take a fresh approach to Kuala Lumpur 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 18 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 this guide has something to suit all budgets tastes & trip lengths showing you the smartest way to link Kuala Lumpur's sights & taking you beyond the beaten tourist track. As well as covering Kuala Lumpur's many classic attractions the routes track lesser-known sights & up-&-coming areas; there are also excursions for those who want to extend their visit outside the city. 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 the destination. 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 rail map & 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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