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Inspirational travel book covering 150 of Europe's most incredible journeys, including routes on foot and by bike, road, rail and water. When it comes to beautiful landscapes, Europe has more than its fair share of icons. The snowy peaks of the Alps, the vivid tulip fields of the Netherlands and the glittering lakes of northern Italy - you'll find them nowhere else but here. Yet pause to look around a little longer, and you'll soon discover that these postcard favourites sit side by side with many more understated scenes that are just as stunning. In fact, the slower you go, the more treasures you'll uncover - so why would you want to rush the experience? Featuring over 150 inspirational entries, Unforgettable Journeys Europe is a vibrant celebration of taking the scenic route. We've picked the best adventures across the continent, from cruising around the Western Fjords of Norway to hiking the Lycian Way in Turkey. Of course, the big-hitters are covered - riding Switzerland's Glacier Express, ferry-hopping in Greece and cycling from Land's End to John O'Groats - but we also take you off-the-beaten path, roaming the Albanian Riviera, kayaking through Finnish lakeland and navigating the steady switchbacks of the Transfagarasan Road in Romania. Make your next trip magical as you explore: - Over 150 incredible journeys .- Illustrated with inspiring photography and maps that plot the routes and bring their highlights to life- Chapter maps provide a handy overview of the locations covered.- Evocative text transports the reader there, with vivid descriptions and fascinating stories.-Includes practical information, such as duration, difficulty, and start and end points.-Sustainable and slow travel options have been covered where possible. -Feature boxes give the routes context.- Gives suggestions for alternative ways to make the same journey and other destinations where you can enjoy similar trips.We've organized the book by types of transport, so whether you're an avid hiker, cyclist or driver, or love to be on the water or on the rails, we've got you covered. It's time to take the slow road and truly appreciate Europe in all its wonderful variety.

Take a guided tour through history and discover the most precious, iconic, and celebrated objects ever created.Revered, admired, and protected - every country and culture has certain artefacts that are prized above all others. Cultural Treasures of the World brings together more than 200 of these objects, exploring the fascinating and unique stories behind each of them.From the Bust of Nefertiti to the Benin Bronzes, and the Altamira cave paintings to Van Gogh's Sunflowers, these artefacts and artworks are revered for their beauty, artistry, or historical significance - and often all three at once. Discover how and why they were created, unravel the hidden meanings and symbolism they contain, and learn about the cultural legacy they have left behind.So what are you waiting for? Dive into this awe-inspiring history of art book to explore: - An immersive "visual tour" approach, combining stunning photography with accessible text and annotation- Feature boxes on cultural influences, symbolism, and technique offer additional context- Covers a wide range of regions, periods, and media - including sculpture, painting, jewellery, tapestry, rock art, documents, sacred objects, and moreA treasure trove of human creativity that offers a fresh and unforgettable new perspective on civilisations and societies, Cultural Treasures of the World is the perfect gift for gallery- and museum-lovers, and armchair travellers everywhere. Doubling up as a great coffee table book, Cultural Treasures of the World combines stunning photography with detailed annotation to highlight key elements of technique, artistry, and symbolism, making this museum in a book perfect for anyone with an interest in art, history and culture alike.

Explore 150 of the world's most enchanting islands in this inspirational coffee table book that features beautiful photography, illustrations and maps. Island hop across cosmopolitan archipelagos and secret tropical paradises, discover fascinating stories about each destination, meet locals, encounter wildlife and find amazing island experiences.

"For millennia the location of the Nile River's headwaters was shrouded in mystery. In the 19th century, ... European powers sent off waves of explorations intended to map the unknown corners of the globe-- and extend their colonial empires. Richard Burton and John Hanning Speke were sent by the Royal Geographical Society to claim the prize for England. Burton spoke twenty-nine languages, and was a decorated soldier ... Speke was a young aristocrat and Army officer determined to make his mark ... There was a third man on both expeditions ... whose exploits were even more extraordinary. This was Sidi Mubarak Bombay, who was enslaved and shipped from his home village in East Africa to India. When the man who purchased him died, he made his way into the local Sultan's army, and eventually traveled back to Africa, where he used his resourcefulness, linguistic prowess and raw courage to forge a living as a guide. Without Bombay and men like him, ... neither Englishman would have come close to the headwaters of the Nile, or perhaps even survived"--Publisher marketing.

Bewusstes Reisen im Einklang mit der Natur und als Teil einer lebendigen ländlichen Kultur. Die schönsten Unterkünfte und besten Beispiele für eine neue Reisekultur.Reisen veredelt den Geist und räumt mit Vorurteilen auf, das wusste schon Oscar Wilde. In Slow Escapes stellt die Journalistin Clara le Fort die schönsten Orte für ein anderes, nachhaltiges Reisen vor: umgenutzte Klöster und ausgebaute Windmühlen, wiederbelebte Gutshöfe und andere Orte, deren Anziehungskraft ganzen Regionen nun neues Leben einhaucht. Wie es funktionieren kann gleichsam stilvoll und umweltbewusster zu reisen und dabei ländliche Gemeinschaften sinnvoll einzubinden, lokale Traditionen zu respektieren und kennenzulernen zeigt dieses Buch. Ob Wein, Oliven, Käse oder regionales Handwerk vieles was früher einmal Lebensgrundlage war, ist nicht nur Folklore, sondern identitätsstiftend für ganze Regionen und ihre Menschen und damit Grundlage für eine neue Form respektvoller Reisekultur.

Go on a journey with Whisky legend Jim McEwan. Experience the rugged loveliness of the "Isle of his heart" - Islay. A declaration of love to taste and smell, to the beauty of the homeland, to life itself¿... in beautiful pictures. Gehen Sie auf eine Reise mit Whisky-Legende Jim McEwan. Erleben Sie die raue Lieblichkeit der "Insel seines Herzens" - Islay. Eine Liebeserklärung an Geschmack und Geruch, an die Schönheit der Heimat, an das Leben selbst¿... in wunderschönen Bildern.

Lonely Planet's Experience New Zealand travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic destination with one-of-a-kind adventures at every turn. Climb Auckland's ancestral mountains, visit the Bay of Islands' golden beaches, scout Christchurch's fun food scene - using our local experts and planning tools to create your own unique trip.

Die zweitausendjährige Schöne am RheinKöln zählt zu den lebendigsten Metropolen in Deutschland - und dies nicht nur zur Karnevalszeit. Dieser außergewöhnliche Bildband bietet An- und Einsichten von der quirligen Altstadt mit dem weltbekannten gotischen Dom und dem Museum Ludwig über die sommerlichen Rheinwiesen oder den Botanischen Garten, Flaniermeilen, Klubs und Bars bis hin zum modernen Rheinauhafen mit den charakteristischen Kranhäusern. In über 240 Fotografien werden die Höhepunkte Kölns festgehalten, die besondere Atmosphäre, das Lebensgefühl. Mit Bildunterschriften in deutscher und englischer Sprache ist der handliche Bildband ein ideales Geschenk für Touristen, Einheimische und jene, die Kölner werden wollen.

"In 2009, while thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail, Robert Moor began to wonder about the paths that lie beneath our feet: How do they form? Why do some improve over time while others fade? What makes us follow or strike off on our own? Over the course of the next seven years, Moor traveled the globe, exploring trails of all kinds, from the miniscule to the massive. He learned the tricks of master trail-builders, hunted down long-lost Cherokee trails, and traced the origins of our road networks and the Internet. In each chapter, Moor interweaves his adventures with findings from science, history, philosophy, and nature writing--combining the nomadic joys of Peter Matthiessen with the eclectic wisdom of Lewis Hyde's The Gift. Throughout, Moor reveals how this single topic--the oft-overlooked trail--sheds new light on a wealth of age-old questions: How does order emerge out of chaos? How did animals first crawl forth from the seas and spread across continents? How has humanity's relationship with nature and technology shaped the world around us? And, ultimately, how does each of us pick a path through life? With a breathtaking arc that spans from the dawn of animal life to the digital era, On Trails is a book that makes us see our world, our history, our species, and our ways of life anew"--Book jacket flap.

Pictures often speak louder than words. In his drawings Heinz-Joachim Draeger has developed an enlightened style of bringing history to life. The old Hanseatic city of Lübeck becomes an adventure, not only for visitors and friends, but above all for the citizens themselves. The layout of the city, the important buildings, the stylish, functional and historical connections become alive in his colourful drawings - always with regard to the people of earlier years. An unusual history of a city for young and old.

For geoscientists Namibia has always been a country of particular interest. The greatly varied geological structures make the earth history of this region like an open book - all that remains is to read it. Many of the grandiose landscape pictures were formed over millions of years, even up to 2000 million years ago. In view of the time dimensions of earth history, humans can view their own time span in a new light.This travel guide was written to make the features of Namibian geology and the fascination, which can be derived from it, accessible to visitors and interested laymen. It gives the necessary basic knowledge in an easy understandable form and describes the geological attractions of Namibia. To experts on the country it also offers a detailed overview.The classic - redesigned and revised!This book is also available in German.

Discover the freedom of open roads with Lonely Planet New England's Best Trips, your passport to uniquely encountering New England by car. Featuring 32 amazing road trips, plus up-to-date advice on the destinations you'll visit along the way.

Lace up your hiking boots and get ready to explore 50 of Australia and New Zealand's most epic hikes. Ranging from one-day walks to multi-day treks, each route is graded according to challenge and features a first-person account from a writer that has completed it, accompanied by a map, inspiring photos and practical advice to do it yourself.

French Picture DictionaryPictures, Coloring, Quizzes, Spelling and more...You know you've never learned French like this before!Learning a new language is a new way of meeting new people, opening doors in your professional career and attracting fresh opportunities when traveling around the world, as you may know. Spoken by over 280million people all over the world, French is the fifth most spoken language on the planet, so learning it will blow up your social and business circles!Yet, sometimes learning a new language can be complicated and even, well, boring... well, we're about to change that! We have created a whole new method and concept behind learning French. A method based on fun.Say hello to the French Picture Dictionary Coloring Book, the book that will change French learning forever.In this amazing book, you will find:· Over 50 different, detailed and beautiful full-size illustrations for you to learn while coloring them! Each of these 50 illustrations contains up to 20 items, by the way - that's almost 1,000 images for you to color!· Ever wanted to know what a badger is called in French? Maybe you need to know the word for 'weightlifting' or 'mistletoe'... No worries! This book has dozens of different categories to help you build your vocabulary.· Challenging quizzes found every few sections will allow you to develop your French skills even further; if you don't know the answers, we've provided an Answer Key at the end!· Just to get started, we've added an in-depth basic French guide at the beginning, including pronunciation, spelling, word order and vocabulary, among other crucial tools.This book will transform French learning for good - no more complex textbooks, it's time to learn while having fun!The new way of learning French is here.Get French Picture Dictionary Coloring Book now!

Lonely Planet's Experience Rome is your guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. Devour delicious pizza slices in Testaccio, toss a coin in Trevi Fountain, explore new underground levels at the Colosseum - all guided by local experts with fresh perspectives. Uncover Rome's best experiences and get away from the everyday!Inside Lonely Planet's Experience Rome:Unique experiences to string together an unforgettable tripInspiring full-colour travel photography and maps throughoutHighlights and trip builders to help tailor a trip to your personal needs and interestsFresh perspectives to surprise you with things you hadn't thought of, as well as fresh takes on the well-known sightsInsider tips help you discover hidden gems and get around like a local Expert insights take you to the heart of the place - food, culture, history, politicsPractical info and tips on money, getting around, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travelCovers Ancient Rome, Centro Storico, Tridente, Trevi & the Quirinale, Vatican City, Borgo & Prati, Monti, Esquilino & San Lorenzo, Trastevere & Gianicolo, San Giovanni & Testaccio, Villa Borghese & Northern Rome, Southern RomeThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Experience Rome, our inspiring guide, filled with local tips and fresh perspectives focuses on Rome's best experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip. Looking for a comprehensive guide that recommends both popular and offbeat experiences, and extensively covers all the country has to offer? Check out Lonely Planet's Rome guide.About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia)

Do you know what's the biggest obstacle preventing many from learning German to fluency?It's a lack of vocabulary!Practice reading German with our book and get closer to fluency starting today.

Lonely Planet's Boston is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all that Boston has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences.

The Captain of a 30ft sailboat finds himself finds himself adrift without the ability to steer his boat 1000 miles from Hawaii in the largest ocean on the planet. These journals document his thoughts and emotions during this remarkable voyage.