A guide to 25 untameable or rewilded places throughout the world, with beautiful illustrations and great tips for the mindful traveller, as well as commentary on conservation of these special places.
Sarah Baxter Books
January 1, 1977
Sarah Baxter's writing delves into the realms of travel, adventure, history, and the great outdoors, fueled by her own extensive explorations. She has experienced a diverse range of adventures, from climbing major peaks to engaging in unique cultural activities. Formerly deputy editor at a prominent travel magazine, she now contributes to various publications and is an accomplished author. Her work is characterized by a blend of rigorous research and an adventurous spirit, making the world accessible to readers.
This book will lead you on a grand tour of world events, from prehistory to the 21st century. A History of the World in 500 Walks is learned but light- footed and never pedestrian, combining inspirational and knowledgable commentary with practical detail.
Mystical Places
- 144 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Journey to the world's most enigmatic and magical destinations with this charming guide, full of folklore, unworldly mysteries and far-flung fairy tale locales.
Lonely planet's Best in travel 2019
- 208 pages
- 8 hours of reading
This annual bestseller ranks the hottest, must-visit countries, regions, cities and best-value destinations for 2019. Drawing on the knowledge and passion of Lonely Planet's staff, authors and online community, we present a year's worth of inspiration to take you out of the ordinary and into the unforgettable. As self-confessed travel geeks, our staff collectively rack up hundreds of thousands of miles each year, exploring almost every destination on the planet. And every year, we ask ourselves: where are the best places in the world to visit right now? It's a very hotly contested topic at Lonely Planet and generates more discussion than any other. Best in Travel is our definitive answer. Inside Best in Travel 2019, you'll discover the: Top ten countries, regions, cities and best-value destinations Best new attractions for families Best new openings and experiences Best new places to stay Top travel trends About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, 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 grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more.
Hidden Places
- 144 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Inspired Traveller's Guides: Hidden Places features meticulously researched text and beautiful hand-drawn illustrations, showcasing some of the world's most secret destinations. Discover unique locations that offer a fresh perspective on travel.
Cultural Places offers an extensive exploration of the world's most significant cultural sites, highlighting their literary, artistic, cinematic, gastronomic, and musical importance. Combining insights from four bestselling Inspired Traveller’s Guides with ten new entries, this comprehensive tour invites readers to discover and appreciate the rich tapestry of global culture through its most iconic locations.
Cinematic Places is a guide to 25 essential cinematic destinations around the world, spanning different decades, directors and movie genres.
With Foodie Places, eat your way around 25 global destinations. It’s a mouthwatering, beautifully illustrated tour of the tastiest, most diverse food on the specials board of the planet.
Where To Go When
- 304 pages
- 11 hours of reading
For each month of the year, this lavishly illustrated trip planner presents 30 recommendations of destinations that are at their best during that time, whether due to their climate or value or because there's a lot going on. The suggestions feature every flavour of travel experience, from culture-rich city breaks and tropical beach holidays to adventurous road trips and wildlife-watching expeditions. Every corner of the planet is covered so you'll find out when the best time to see mountain gorillas is or to go shopping in Paris. At the start of each chapter, a flowchart guides you through the options so readers can filter the recommendations according to their interests. Whether you're into beaches, trying the local specialities, or backpacking off the beaten path, there will suggestions for you. Diagrams also depict the climate, value for money, and family friendliness of each suggestion. Then Lonely Planet's authors explain in detail why each destination has been selected.
In 500 mehrtägigen oder kurzen Eisenbahnreisen die Weltgeschichte entdecken: 500 Zugreisen führen den Leser durch antike Monumente, atemberaubende Landschaften und die Geschichte der Menschheit. Von kurzen Spritztouren bis hin zu ausgedehnten Reisen über Kontinente hinweg, bietet das Buch fabelhafte Bahnfahrten und Einblicke in einzigartige geologische Formationen sowie historische Stätten. Es zeigt, wie man ökologisch zu den bemerkenswertesten Zielen reisen kann, während man bei einer Tasse Tee die jahrtausendealten Landschaften genießt. Enthalten sind sowohl legendäre Bahnstrecken wie die Transsibirische Eisenbahn und der Orientexpress als auch kürzere Touren und Metrostrecken. Jede Route wird kompakt vorgestellt, mit Informationen zu Streckenlängen, Mindestfahrtdauer, Haltepunkten und durchfahrenen Ländern. Übersichtskarten bieten einen ersten Eindruck vom Verlauf und den Sehenswürdigkeiten. Fundierte Kommentare, Karten und inspirierende Fotos machen diesen Guide zu einem Muss für Reisende, Eisenbahnfans und Geschichtsliebhaber. Er regt die Neugier auf die verschiedenen Strecken, Ziele und berühmten Züge an, die man selbst entdecken kann. Unter anderem werden die Pilionbahn in Griechenland, die Eiserne Seidenstraße in Zentralasien und die Metro Moskau behandelt.
