The Cretan Way


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The Cretan Way is a 500 km walking route which takes you from east to west across the varied and spectacular landscapes of Crete. It is the ideal way to discover the rural, mountainous and coastal regions of this incredible island. The Cretan Way is the first ever guidebook for a long-distance hike in Crete and includes maps, descriptions, a travelogue, GPS tracks, accommodation info and tips for walking one of the most remarkable routes in the world.




The Rough Guide to Crete


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With The Rough Guide to Crete discover the highlights of one of the most beautiful and hospitable islands, with stunning photography, detailed, colour-coded maps, suggested itineraries and more listings and reviews than ever before. You'll find detailed practical advice on the best places to stay, eat and drink, accounts of all the best hikes and outdoor activities, lively reviews of the island's laid-back coastal resorts and full, expert accounts of the ancient archaeological sites. The Rough Guide to Crete will be your trusted companion in helping you explore this multifaceted island. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Crete. Now available in ePub format.




The Rough Guide to Crete


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The definitive handbook to one of the most spectacular Greek Islands. In-depth coverage of the great palace of Knossos and dozens of other Minoan, Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Venetian sights. Detailed accounts of the pick of the island's walks - including the Samarian and Imbros gorges - and the low-down on the finest unspoilt beaches. Insider's reviews of the best places to eat, drink and sleep, from seaside resorts to remote mountain villages. Perceptive background features including history, archeology, wildlife, food and drink. The Times - Excellent and characterfully written




Hikes Walks and Rambles in Western Crete


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Crete is a unique place, full of contrasts. Due to its position in the Aegean Sea, its long history and the magnificent natural surroundings, the island attracts people of different interests and taste. In this very informative walking guide you will find everything you need to discover the island's hidden treasures. The authors, raised in Crete, have put their long experience of hiking onto paper giving detailed descriptions of the most important and most beautiful hikes, walks and rambles in Western Crete (with trails covering the regions of Chania and Rethymnon). The 51 routes are meticulously described and include all the necessary information (difficulty, duration, accommodation, access etc). You will also find interesting facts about the villages, the traditional cuisine and the sites of Western Crete, as well as the customs of the local people and their way of life. Most descriptions are accompanied by appendices with information that is less practical but will put the finishing touch to the Crete mosaic.




Crete


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Fisher and Garvey review the best of the beaches, bring the best of the Minoan and ancient sites to life, and steer visitors through the fames Samarian gorge as well as less explored routes, in this "excellent and characterfully written" ("The Times") guidebook. of color photos. 25 maps.




Great Minnesota Walks


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Follow in the footsteps of the early voyageurs, ramble beside river rapids, trek through tall trees, or savor a scenic overlook as you discover some of Minnesota's finest walking trails. Walkers of every age and ability will find trails covering all corners of the state.




Crete


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Greece


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Travelers to Greece are becoming more demanding as the country gets more developed. This guide is the first to investigate the really off-the-beaten-track destinations. But the established sites and attractions are far from ignored, from superb coverage of Athens to the best in beach and island hopping, big city clubbing, mountain walking, and historical touring. of color photos. 120 maps and plans.




Greek Islands


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Experience the Greek Islands through new maps, fresh color pictures and the latest listings of restaurants, bars and places to stay. Packed with information on each of the seven major island groups, this guide celebrates the diversity, history, and culture of the islands.




Epic Hikes of Europe


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Lace up your hiking boots for the next in Lonely Planet's highly successful Epic series, this time exploring 50 of Europe's most rewarding and beautiful hikes. Featuring the very newest trails and classics, each introduced with a first-person account and featuring a map, inspiring photos and practical details to follow in the writer's footsteps.