Hamburg Travel Guide 2024


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The Hamburg Travel Guide is the most up-to-date, reliable and complete guide to this wonderful city. Travelers will find everything they need for an unforgettable visit presented in a convenient and easy-to-use format. Includes quick information on planning a visit, navigating the city, experiencing German culture and exploring the beauty of Hamburg. Also includes a German phrasebook to help you communicate with the locals. Hamburg, a major port city in northern Germany, is connected to the North Sea by the Elbe River. It's crossed by hundreds of canals, and also contains large areas of parkland. Near its core, Inner Alster lake is dotted with boats and surrounded by cafes. The city's central Jungfernstieg boulevard connects the Neustadt (new town) with the Altstadt (old town), home to landmarks like 18th-century St. Michael’s Church.




The Monocle Travel Guide to Hamburg


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Hamburg is a historic but forward-thinking city, home to arbiters of tradition and avant-garde artists alike. Ready? It's time to pull up a chair and meet the lot of them.




Lonely Planet Pocket Hamburg


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Lonely Planet: The world's number one travel guide publisher* Lonely Planet's Pocket Hamburg is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Experience the city's famous nightlife, uncover a world of enormous ships on a harbour tour and cycle past Schwerin's palace and beautiful surrounding lakes - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Hamburg and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Pocket Hamburg: Full-colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Free, convenient pull-out map (included in print version), plus over 10 colour neighbourhood maps User-friendly layout with helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time Covers Altstadt, Neustadt, St Georg, Speicherstadt and HafenCity, St Pauli and Reeperbahn, Altona and Elbmeile, and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Pocket Hamburg is our colourful, easy to use and handy guide that literally fits in your pocket, providing on-the-go assistance for those seeking the best sights and experiences on a short visit or weekend away. Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's Germany guide for an in-depth look at all the country has to offer. 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, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. '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) *Source: Nielsen BookScan: Australia, UK, USA, 5/2016-4/2017 eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in maps and images Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.




Germany Travel Guide 2024


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Embark on an enchanting journey through the heart of Europe with "Germany Travel Guide 2024," authored by the seasoned explorer, William Jones. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Germany's landscapes, culture, and history as you navigate through vibrant cities, picturesque villages, and hidden gems off the beaten path. Join William as your knowledgeable and personable guide, weaving a narrative that transcends the ordinary travel experience. From the contemporary allure of Berlin to the Bavarian elegance of Munich, the Romantic Road's fairytale landscapes to the maritime majesty of Hamburg, each chapter unfolds a new chapter in the grand tale of Germany. Delve into the cultural cadence of Dresden's baroque beauty, the medieval grandeur of Nuremberg, and the cathedral cityscape of Cologne. Wander through the financial hub with a cultural heart in Frankfurt, experience the music and history of Leipzig, and explore the artistic and fashionable tapestry of Düsseldorf. Venture off the beaten path with William as he unveils hidden gems in the Harz Mountains, Spreewald's tranquil waterways, and the medieval marvels of Quedlinburg. Discover the historical intrigue of the Prora Seaside Resort and the picturesque charm of Schiltach in the Black Forest. Practical tips, cultural insights, and a traveler's toolkit await you in the appendix, ensuring a seamless and enriching exploration of Germany. William's engaging and informative tone caters to adult travelers seeking not just a journey, but an immersive experience that lingers in the memories long after the adventure concludes. With captivating descriptions, helpful recommendations, and a touch of human warmth, "Germany Travel Guide 2024" is not just a guidebook; it's an invitation to uncover the essence of Germany and create your own unforgettable travel story. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or a first-time explorer, let William Jones be your companion on a captivating odyssey through the heart of Germany in 2024. Safe travels!




Cartagena Travel Guide 2024


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The Cartagena Travel Guide is the most up-to-date, reliable and complete guide to this wonderful city. Travelers will find everything they need for an unforgettable visit presented in a convenient and easy-to-use format. Includes quick information on planning a visit, navigating the city, experiencing Columbian culture and exploring the beauty of Cartagena. Also includes a Spanish phrasebook to help you communicate with the locals. Cartagena is a port city on Colombia’s Caribbean coast. By the sea is the walled Old Town, founded in the 16th century, with squares, cobblestone streets and colorful colonial buildings. With a tropical climate, the city is also a popular beach destination. Reachable by boat are Isla de Barú, with white-sand beaches and palm trees, and the Islas del Rosario, known for their coral reefs.




Kyoto Travel Guide 2024


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The Kyoto Travel Guide is the most up-to-date, reliable and complete guide to this wonderful place. Travelers will find everything they need for an unforgettable visit presented in a convenient and easy-to-use format. Includes quick information on planning a visit, navigating the location, experiencing Japanese culture and exploring the beauty of Kyoto. Also includes a Japanese phrasebook to help you communicate with the locals. Kyoto, once the capital of Japan, is a city on the island of Honshu. It's famous for its numerous classical Buddhist temples, as well as gardens, imperial palaces, Shinto shrines and traditional wooden houses. It’s also known for formal traditions such as kaiseki dining, consisting of multiple courses of precise dishes, and geisha, female entertainers often found in the Gion district.




Bangkok Travel Guide 2024


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The Bangkok Travel Guide is the most up-to-date, reliable and complete guide to this wonderful city. Travelers will find everything they need for an unforgettable visit presented in a convenient and easy-to-use format. Includes quick information on planning a visit, navigating the city, experiencing Thai culture and exploring the beauty of Bangkok. Also includes a Thai phrasebook to help you communicate with the locals. Bangkok, Thailand’s capital, is a large city known for ornate shrines and vibrant street life. The boat-filled Chao Phraya River feeds its network of canals, flowing past the Rattanakosin royal district, home to opulent Grand Palace and its sacred Wat Phra Kaew Temple. Nearby is Wat Pho Temple with an enormous reclining Buddha and, on the opposite shore, Wat Arun Temple with its steep steps and Khmer-style spire.




Basel Travel Guide 2024


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The Basel Travel Guide is the most up-to-date, reliable and complete guide to this wonderful city. Travelers will find everything they need for an unforgettable visit presented in a convenient and easy-to-use format. Includes quick information on planning a visit, navigating the city, experiencing Swiss culture and exploring the beauty of Basel. Also includes a Swiss-German phrasebook to help you communicate with the locals. Basel is a city on the Rhine River in northwest Switzerland, close to the country’s borders with France and Germany. Its medieval old town centers around Marktplatz, dominated by the 16th-century, red-sandstone Town Hall. Its 12th-century Gothic cathedral has city views, and contains the tomb of the 16th-century Dutch scholar, Erasmus. The city’s university houses some of Erasmus’ works.




Spain Travel Guide 2024


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The Spain Travel Guide is the most up-to-date, reliable and complete guide to this wonderful place. Travelers will find everything they need for an unforgettable visit presented in a convenient and easy-to-use format. Includes quick information on planning a visit, navigating the location, experiencing Spanish culture and exploring the beauty of Spain. Also includes a Spanish phrasebook to help you communicate with the locals. Spain, on Europe’s Iberian Peninsula, is really 17 autonomous regions, each with its own geography and culture. The capital, Madrid, is home to the Royal Palace and singular Prado museum, housing works by European masters, and Segovia to the north has a fairy-tale medieval castle and Roman aqueduct. Catalonia’s capital, Barcelona, is defined by Antoni Gaudí’s quirky modernist architecture, including the Sagrada Família basilica.




Cuba Travel Guide 2024


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The Cuba Travel Guide is the most up-to-date, reliable and complete guide to this wonderful place. Travelers will find everything they need for an unforgettable visit presented in a convenient and easy-to-use format. Includes quick information on planning a visit, navigating the location, experiencing Cuban culture and exploring the beauty of Cuba. Also includes a Spanish phrasebook to help you communicate with the locals. Cuba, a large Caribbean island nation under communist rule, is known for its white-sand beaches, rolling mountains, cigars and rum. Its colorful capital, Havana, features well-preserved Spanish colonial architecture within its 16th-century core, Old Havana, loomed over by the pre-revolutionary Capitolio. Salsa emanates from the city's dance clubs and cabaret shows are performed at the famed Tropicana.