Discover England with the most incisive andentertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to explore historichouses and hipster hangouts in south London, hike through Britain's firstnational park in the Peak District or ride the waves off the coast of Cornwall,The Rough Guide to England will showyou ideal places to sleep, eat, drink and shop along the way. Inside The Rough Guide to England - Independent, trusted reviewswritten in Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty andinsight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit everybudget. - Full-colour maps throughout -navigate the lively streets of East London or Bath's Regencyavenues without needing to get online. - Stunning, inspirational images Itineraries- carefully planned routes to help you organise your trip. - Detailed regional coverage -whether off the beaten track or in more mainstream tourist destinations,this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way.Areas covered include: London; Bath, Bristol and the West Country;Brighton and the southeast; Cambridge and East Anglia; Birmingham and theMidlands; Oxford and the Cotswolds; Manchester, Liverpool and the northwest; theLake District; Yorkshire; Newcastle and the northeast. Attractions include:Stonehenge; The Eden Project; Dreamland, Margate; Hampton Court; Tate St Ives; Dartmoor;London's markets; Blackpool Pleasure Beach; Hadrian's Wall; Durham Cathedral. - Basics - essential pre-departurepractical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation,food anddrink, the media, festivals and events, sports and outdoor activities and more. - Background information - aContexts chapter devoted to history, architecture, books and literature, music andfilm. Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with TheRough Guide to England.

The Rough Guide to Canada is the ultimate travel guide to this immense country. In full colour throughout, with clear maps, detailed coverage, suggested itineraries and regional highlights, there are independent author recommendations for hotels, restaurants, cafés and bars from Toronto and Montréal to Vancouver, and from the east coast to the far north. The Rough Guide to Canada is also packed full of practical advice on exploring Canada's untamed wilderness, from hiking or skiing in the Rockies to canoeing through British Columbia's lakes, and from whale watching to looking out for grizzly bears. Whether you're camping in one of the many beautiful national parks, heli-skiing in the mountains or going in search of the northern lights, this book will give you all the practical advice you need for an amazing adventure. Make the most of your holiday with The Rough Guide to Canada.

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The Rough Guide to South Americais the definitive handbook to the continent. Features include- Full-coloursection introducing South America's highlights Detailedcoverage and extensive practicalities for all thirteen countries, along with the Galapagos Islands and Easter Island. Vividaccounts of unmissable attractions, from the beaches of Rio and the glaciers of Patagonia to the Inca ruins at Machu Picchu. Hundredsof critical reviews on the best places to stay, eat and drink, plus details on major festivals and indigenous music. Expertadvice on exploring the jungles, deserts and mountains up close, as well as crossing borders and planning multi-country trips. Maps and Plansfor the entire continent.

From cosmopolitan Paris to the sunny Cote d'Azur, from historical Normandy to the rocky Pyrenes, this new edition updates the best of towns, attractions, and landscapes of every region. 100 maps. of color photos.

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The Rough Guide to California Make the most of your time on Earth with the ultimate travel guides. World-renowned 'tell it like it is' travel guide. Discover California with this comprehensive and entertaining travel guide, packed with practical information and honest recommendations by our independent experts. Whether you plan to hit the surf and seaside rollercoasters of Santa Cruz, hike in the Sierra Nevada, roam the Napa Valley's wineland, or embark on a Route 66 road trip, the Rough Guide to California will help you discover the best places to explore, eat, drink, shop and sleep along the way. Features of this travel guide to California: - Detailed regional coverage: provides practical information for every kind of trip, from off-the-beaten-track adventures to chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas - Honest and independent reviews: written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, our writers will help you make the most from your trip to California - Meticulous mapping: practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys. Find your way around San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Diego and many more locations without needing to get online - Fabulous full-colour photography: features inspirational colour photography, including the sheer mountains of Yosemite National Park cast in a golden morning light and iconic Bixby Creek Bridge connecting the cliffs of the beautiful Big Sur coast - Time-saving itineraries: carefully planned routes will help inspire and inform your on-the-road experiences - Things not to miss: Rough Guides' rundown of Pam Springs, Yosemite Valley, Redwood National Park, Route 66 and Big Sur's best sights and top experiences - Travel tips and info: packed with essential pre-departure information including getting around, accommodation, food and drink, health, the media, festivals, sports and outdoor activities, culture and etiquette, shopping and more - Background information: comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter provides fascinating insights into California, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary - Covers: Los Angeles; San Diego; the deserts; Death Valley; the Sierra; the Central Coast; San Francisco; the Gold Country; Lake Tahoe and Northern California You may also be interested in: Rough Guide Southwest USA, Rough Guide Florida, Pocket Rough Guide San Francisco About Rough Guides: Rough Guides have been inspiring travellers for over 35 years, with over 30 million copies sold globally. Synonymous with practical travel tips, quality writing and a trustworthy 'tell it like it is' ethos, the Rough Guides list includes more than 260 travel guides to 120+ destinations, gift-books and phrasebooks.