Martin Dunford Books

Pocket Rough Guide Amsterdam is your essential guide to the Netherlands' capital, with all the key sights, hotels, restaurants, shops, and bars presented in an easy-to-use, pocket-size format, with map. You won't want to miss the Best of Amsterdam section with picks for the prettiest canals and other highlights, such as the Anne Frank House. Our Places section divides the city by area for easy navigation, with listings of the best places to eat, drink, and dance, from chilled-out coffee shops and brown cafés to the city's liveliest nightclubs. And, whatever your length of stay, our itineraries and calendar of festivals and events will help you make the most of your trip. This updated travel guide for Amsterdam tells you the best ways to get around and includes a full-color, pull-out map. Make the most of your time with Pocket Rough Guide Amsterdam .

A travel guide to Rome that includes information on major tourist attractions, hotels to stay, places to eat and nightlife as well as shopping.

Slim, stylish and pocketable, Rough Guide DIRECTIONS Amsterdam is full of ideas for long-weekends or flying visits to one of Europe''s most popular city break destinations. Now full-colour throughout, this guide highlights all the must-see attractions in 28 themed spreads. From the Van Gogh Museum and the Royal Palace to the city’s famous canals and infamous Red Light District, you’ll never be short of things to see or do. The practical "Places" section will help you to explore the city district by district, with every sight, restaurant, bar and coffee shop located on easy-to-use maps. The comprehensive accommodation and language sections provide all the practical information you’ll need to get the most out of the city. Rough Guide DIRECTIONS Amsterdam is like having a local friend plan your trip!

Make the most of Norwich with this new guide to the sights and secrets of East Anglia’s premier city, from the unknown treasures of its magnificent cathedral to the legends and stories behind its historic pubs. It’s a place of numerous historical layers, with intrigue and interest lurking on every corner, from the black circus proprietor who inspired one of The Beatles’ most famous songs to remnants of England’s most notorious red light districts. It’s eminently walkable, too, but you can also bike or even canoe your way around the centre, maybe even heading out to explore the natural beauty of Broads National Park which lies just beyond.

This Rough Guide has been expanded by more than 100 pages to provide readers with an insider's view of Amsterdam, including everything from cafes to museums, while not forgetting the country's beautiful scenery in places such as Arnhem and the duney islands of northern Holland. 45 maps & plans.

This guide is a practical handbook to one of Europe's most surprising and diverse groupings of countries. Features include: an insider's perspective on the sights and nightlife of the major cities of Amsterdam and Brussels, Antwerp and Luxembourg, to the hottest downtown Antwerp clubs and cafes.

Cool Camping Britain Following on from the success of guides to England, Wales and Scotland, the publishers of the UK's best-selling campsite guides have created one definitive British volume. Featuring 150 stunning campsites, from the wilds of the Scilly Isles to the sandy shores of Scotland's coastline, this book showcases the very best of British camping. Full description

Famous for its chocolate and chips, beers and waffles, Belgium also boasts a wealth of alluring historic cities, while Luxembourg lays claim to some of Europe's most capitating countryside. For this completely revised fourth edition, our expert authors have drunk, dined, hiked and driven their way across both countries, to bring you the very best that Belgium and Luxembourg have to offer, from fine ales and Flemish art to the most rewarding walks in the Ardennes. Make the most of your time on earth(tm) with The Rough Guide to Belgium & Luxembourg.

Fully revised and updated, this practical and comprehensive guide provides detailed listings and informative background information on the best of this colourful country. From the historic towns to the dunes, beaches and islands of the various regions, there are candid reviews of the best places to stay, eat and drink, from bars and coffee shops to luxury hotels and restaurants. Finally, the Contexts section provides an informed discussion of the art, literature and history of the Netherlands.

The Rough Guide to New York City covers all sights and attractions and has color photos throughout to illustrate the city's great buildings, iconic landmarks, and distinctive neighborhoods. Up-to-date listings, detailed maps, and extensive practical information ensure you make the most of your time in the city. The introduction to The Rough Guide to New York City gives an overview of the city and a select list of things not to miss-the best museums, festivals, night-time activities, and much more. The guide then goes from neighborhood to neighborhood, covering everything from the historic Financial District and landmark architecture of Midtown to Central Park, Prospect Park, and the furthest reaches of the Bronx. With essentials on how to get around, a list of recommended New York books and films, plus lots of lists on everything from the finest views to the most popular food trucks, you'll be sure to find the best the city has to offer with The Rough Guide to New York City .

Whether you''re on a weekend break or week-long visit, this book is packed with ideas to help you make the most your trip to this lively city. Full-colour throughout, the guide provides accurate, up-to-date coverage and highlights all the top attractions in 28 themed sections. From ‘Breakfast & Brunch’ and ‘Film & TV’ to ''Hotel Bars'' and ‘Skyscrapers’, you’ll never be short of things to do. Every sight, restaurant, bar and shop is detailed in the essential ‘Places’ section and pinpointed on the easy-to-use maps. The handy ‘Basics’ section covers everything from arriving at the airport to navigating the subway and the comprehensive accommodation section provides information of all the best places to stay whatever your budget. Rough Guide DIRECTIONS New York is like having a local friend plan your trip!

Amsterdam is one of Europe's great cities, and this guide includes the best that the Dutch city has to offer. It includes ideas such as where to go and what to see, as well as recommendations for hundreds of cafes, bars and restaurants.

Presents a companion to the beer-guzzling capital of Belgium, Brussels. This title offers an insight into many of the city's highlights, from the top museums to Brussel's handsome Art Nouveau buildings. It includes two sections on the nation's twin passions, beer and food, easy-to-use maps and practical information.

A century ago the Continental traipse was an accepted rite of passage. Well, viva the European tour. It's as alluring as it ever was, but all the particulars have changed. With planes, trains, hovercrafts, and rental cars, visas, red tape, and political conflict, an up-to-date guide is a necessity. This one covers 30 countries--everything from Austria to Turkey--including Morocco, Estonia, and Greece. The guide is peppered with informative insights into the culture, history, and pulse of each country, city, and village, and there are 100 maps with eight color transportation guides bringing the Paris Metro, Greek ferry system, and London Underground to easily legible life. Add in nightlife, accommodations, sights to see, cafés to find, and festivals to attend, and the Rough Guide to Europe is a tremendous achievement.

The Rough Guides feature some of the best writing of all the travel series, with extensive essays on history, arts, and culture included in each guidebook. These hip, lively guides also offer great coverage of nightlife and recreation but never neglect the all-important basics -- hotels, transportation, shopping, and more. The Rough Guides series covers the major destinations, as well as the less traveled spots, and are favorites among backpackers who appreciate the inclusion of budget options among the hotel and restaurant listings. The Rough Guides are reliable and accurate, and so well-written that they can provide hours of enjoyable reading -- even if you aren't planning a trip.

The Rough Guide to New York City covers all sights and attractions and has color photos throughout to illustrate the city's great buildings, iconic landmarks, and distinctive neighborhoods. Up-to-date listings, detailed maps, and extensive practical information ensure you make the most of your time in the city. The introduction to The Rough Guide to New York City gives an overview of the city and a select list of things not to miss-the best museums, festivals, night-time activities, and much more. The guide then goes from neighborhood to neighborhood, covering everything from the historic Financial District and landmark architecture of Midtown to Central Park, Prospect Park, and the furthest reaches of the Bronx. With essentials on how to get around, a list of recommended New York books and films, plus lots of lists on everything from the finest views to the most popular food trucks, you'll be sure to find the best the city has to offer with The Rough Guide to New York City.

Visitors flock to Italy for its culture, culinary pleasures and awe-inspiring sights. Tuscany alone has more classified historical monuments than any country in the world and Italy as a whole has the world's greatest concentration of art treasures. The Rough Guide's 41 ?Things not to Miss? introduce the authors? highlights through stunning full-colour photos cross-referenced to the main section of the guide. The ?Basics? section covers all the pre-departure nitty-gritty to help you plan your trip and the ?Guide?, the heart of the book, divided into user-friendly chapters gives accounts of towns, sights and reviews of places to eat, drink and stay all pinpointed on accompanying maps and street plans. There is detailed background on Italy's history, art, architecture and a thorough further reading section with reviews of dozens of books relating to the country.

Make the most of Greenwich, with this new guide to the sights and secrets of London's maritime borough, from the hidden treasures of the Maritime Museum to the engineering marvels of the Thames Barrier.

This guide covers New York. It contains street plans covering the major neighbourhoods, and colour plans of the bus and subway networks. It includes reviews of accommodation, bars and restaurants in all price ranges and gives accounts of the history, architecture and ethnic mix of the city.

New York City Directions is a slim, stylish and accessible guide to everything that makes New York such an essential destination. The guide is full of ideas for stopovers and flying visits to North America''s most lively city. The 28 full-colour double page spreads include such themes as, ''24 hour New York'', ''Film and TV locations'', ''Hotel bars'', ''Breakfast and Brunch spots'' and ''skyscrapers''. Each selection is cross-referenced to its write-up later in the guide and its location is pinpointed on the associated maps. The "Places" section gives a district-by-district account of the city, allowing you to see everything in your immediate vicinity and opinionated writing picks out the highlights worth paying a visit to – such as Brooklyn Heights, Coney Island and Bronx Zoo. The handy "Essentials" section covers everything from arrival and city transport to listings of cinemas and theatre venues.

Řím je jedním z nejpůsobivějších měst světa, za což vděčí svým antickým památkám, jakými jsou Koloseum a Pantheon, fascinujícímu historickému centru a Vatikánu i s jeho bohatstvím. Toto šesté celobarevné vydání vás provede celým městem a současně poskytne užitečné rady a historické zajímavosti, stejně jako aktuální podrobnosti o místech vhodných k noclehu i stravování. Itineráře vám umožní strávit svůj pobyt co nejlépe, ať už patříte k milovníkům jídla nebo se zaměřujete především na památky. Průvodce je doplněn řadou map a plánů města pro snadnou orientaci. A samozřejmě nechybí ani historická data, odkazy na doporučené knihy a filmy a jazyková část. V současné době je Itálie, a potažmo Řím, vyhledávaným cílem českých turistů. Dopravu lze řešit i vlastním autem, bez cestovních kanceláří. Mnoho českých cyklistů vyráží do Itálie na dobrodružné cyklodovolené, milovníci zimních sportů pak směřují do italských hor. A mnoho z nich nakonec všechny cesty zavedou do Říma. Průvodce Římem je t

Chcete se dostat do formy či zhubnout? Nebo jednoduše hledáte nový koníček? Běhání je správná volba! Pro mnohé může být rozhodující, že je to levný sport – opravdu potřebujete jen minimum vybavení, abyste mohli utíkat za svým snem. Možná vám do začátku chybí motivace, a proto vznikla publikace Běhání pro každého. V této knize vám předkládáme klíčové rady, které je dobré znát, pokud o běhu vážně uvažujete. Dočtete se vše o výživě a pitném režimu, o vyhovujícím oblečení i obuvi, o správných metodách tréninku i o tom, proč se pustit do závodění. Doufáme, že vás tato kniha podpoří v začátcích vaší běžecké kariéry. Přejeme vám, abyste u tohoto sportu vydrželi a dosáhli svých vysněných cílů. Když vás běhání chytne, už vás nepustí. Obujte si tedy tenisky a hurá do přírody! Radost z běhání Objevte metody, jak bezpečně připravit tělo na běh, adaptujte se na různé povrchy Tréninkové plány Inspirujte se tréninkovými plány, naučte se předcházet zraněním a neztrácejte motivaci k běhání Pusťte se do toho Dostaňte se do formy, ať už poběžíte 5 km, 10 km, nebo maraton Dopřejte si zdravou stravu Základem skvělého výkonu jsou zdravé a nutričně přínosné potraviny Součástí série: Jak na to Další knihy ze série: Cvičení pro každého Spánek pro každého Velká kniha Lidské tělo Šachy pro každého Piano pro každého Kytara pro každého Velká kniha Vesmír Pletení pro každého Háčkování pro každého

Ook dit dikke exemplaar voldoet aan het Capitool-concept: een luxe gids met enorm veel kleurenfoto's in alle formaten, driedimensionale overzichtstekeningen, opengewerkte tekeningen van musea en paleizen, plattegronden van steden etc. De informatie, in klein lettertype, is compact en niet al te diepgravend. Per regio worden de hoogtepunten goed aangegeven door 'bezienswaardigheden in het kort' met kaartje en 'sterattracties'. Na een inleiding van 73 pagina's volgt een bespreking per regio in 33 hoofdstukken. Vanaf pagina 554 is praktische informatie opgenomen: accommodatie, restaurants, winkelen, amusement, reisinformatie etc. De toon van de praktische informatie is soms wat betuttelend. Voor de toerist die nog geen keuze heeft gemaakt welk gedeelte van Italië te bezoeken, is het een handige bron om thuis eens in te bladeren. Is er eenmaal een keuze gemaakt voor een regio, dan is een uitgebreide regio-gids beter om mee te nemen.

Průvodce Rough Guide po Amsterodamu je nejobsáhlejším průvodcem po tomto jedinečném městě. Najdete v něm: Barevný úvod s informacemi o tom nejlepším, co můžete v Amsterodamu najít. Podrobný popis všech památek a zajímavostí, od domu Anne Frankové až po pivovar Heineken, stejně jako zasvěcený vhled do holandského malířství. Prověřené tipy i s kontakty a adresami nejlepšího a nejlevnějšího ubytování, barů, coffeeshopů, restaurací, obchodů, tržnic a mnoha dalších věcí. Návrhy jednodenních výletů za město, třeba do Haarlemu, Alkmaaru nebo Edamu. Mapy a plánky všech čtvrtí s jasně vyznačeným ubytováním, kavárnami a restauracemi.