Insight Guides Finland (Travel Guide eBook)


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Insight Guides England Travel made easy. Ask local experts. Inspirational travel guide with fascinating historical insights and stunning imagery. From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this guide to Finland is all you need to plan your perfect trip, with insider information on must-see, top attractions like Kiasma, Helsinki; Lapland; Lakeland; the Aland archipelago; and Sibelius Hall, Lahti; and cultural gems like Karelia's Russian Orthodox history, the Lenin Museum and SIIDA in Inari. Features of this travel guide to Finland: - Inspirational colour photography: discover the best destinations, sights and excursions, and be inspired by stunning imagery - Historical and cultural insights: immerse yourself in Finland's rich history and culture, and learn all about the Northern lights, Saimaa ringed seals, Sapas and littala glassware - Practical full-colour maps: with every major sight and listing highlighted, the full-colour maps make on-the-ground navigation easy - Editor's Choice: uncover the best of Finland with our pick of the region's top destinations - Key tips and essential information: packed full of important travel information, from transport and tipping to etiquette and hours of operation - Covers: Helsinki, Southern Finland, Southwestern Finland, The Aland Islands, The West Coast, Lakeland, Karelia and Kuusamo and Lapland Looking for a specific guide to Helsinki? Check out Insight Guides Pocket Helsinki for a detailed and entertaining look at all the city has to offer. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.




Insight Guides France (Travel Guide eBook)


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Insight Guides: Inspiring your next adventure With its stunning countryside, exquisite architecture, bountiful culture and arguably the best wines and cuisine in the world, France impresses at every corner. Be inspired by the new edition of Insight Guide France, a detailed full-colour guide to this glamorous country. Insight Guides' unrivalled coverage of history and culture provides an essential introduction to the French identity, including its people, its world-renowned cuisine and its contribution to fashion and art. Inside Insight Guide France: Consult the Best of France selection for an at-a-glance guide to the country's most evocative attractions, such as Paris's iconic Eiffel Tower, the Loire Valley's exquisite chteaux and Provence's stunning coastline, and the editor's choice of recommendations for the best historical sites, scenery, wine regions and attractions for children, amongst others. Descriptive accounts of where to go in France, from the war cemeteries of Northern France to the glitzy French Riviera all this washed down with a glass of bubbly Champagne, are enhanced by beautiful photographs, while all major sights are cross-referenced with full-colour maps. The travel tips section provides a wealth of information on how to plan your trip, plus our selection of the best restaurants. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides has over 40 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides. We produce around 400 full-color print guide books and maps as well as picture-packed eBooks to meet different travelers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture together create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure. 'Insight Guides has spawned many imitators but is still the best of its type.' - Wanderlust Magazine




Insight Guides Finland (Travel Guide with Free EBook)


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From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this guide to Finland is all you need to plan your perfect trip, with insider information on must-see, top attractions like Kiasma, Helsinki; Lapland; Lakeland; the Aland archipelago; and Sibelius Hall, Lahti; and cultural gems like Karelia's Russian Orthodox history, the Lenin Museum and SIIDA in Inari.




Insight Guides Pocket Helsinki (Travel Guide eBook)


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Insight Pocket Guides: ideal itineraries and top travel tips in a pocket-sized package. Now with free eBook, and a pull-out map. Compact, concise, and packed with essential information about Where to Go and What Do, this is an ideal on-the-move companion when you're exploring Helsinki Covers Top Ten Attractions, including the elegant Senate Square and the extraordinary Rock Church and Perfect Day itinerary suggestions Offers an insightful overview of landscape, history and culture Contains an invaluable pull-out map, and essential practical information on everything from Eating Out to Getting Around Includes an innovative extra that's unique in the market - all Insight Pocket Guides come with a free eBook Inspirational colour photography throughout Sharp design and colour-coded sections make for an engaging reading experience About Insight Guides: Insight Guides has over 40 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps as well as picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture together create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.




Insight Guides Finland: Travel Guide with EBook


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This Finland guidebook, perfect for travellers planning longer trips, is written by Insight Guides' destination experts. It blends detailed coverage of local history, culture and places to visit with the visual appeal of an illustrated magazine, packed with enticing photos that will inspire excitement for your travels. Printed on eco-friendly paper for sustainability. In this Finland travel guidebook, you will find: Top Attractions and Editors' Choice - must-visit highlights including Karelia and Russian Orthodox history, Lakeland by kayak, snowmobiling along the Russian border, sauna experience, Kiasma in Helsinki, Jugend architecture in Helsinki, Day trip to Tallinn in Estonia, biking the Åland archipelago, gold panning in Lapland, Sibelius Hall in Lahti, showcasing the best of what Finland has to offer In-depth coverage of attractions - detailed narrative descriptions of sites and hidden gem destinations, all organised by geographical location When to go to Finland - guidance on the perfect times to visit, with details on the high and low seasons, climate and festivals Practical travel information - essential advice on logistics, including getting there, moving around, budgeting tips, dining and shopping Insider recommendation - top tips on beating the crowds, saving money and finding the best local spots Engaging essays thoughtful features on the country's history, culture, contemporary life and politics give a deeper understanding High-quality maps - detailed maps, featuring must-see places organised by number and corresponding to text Striking pictures - inspirational photography on every page Colour-coded chapters - each chapter is assigned a unique colour, aiding in easy navigation Free download of eBook - after purchasing the printed guidebook, you'll also have access to a free download of the eBook Coverage includes: Helsinki, Southern Finland, Southwestern Finland, Turku, Tampere, Åland Islands, West Coast, Lakeland, Karelia and Kuusamo, Lapland




Insight Guides: Scotland


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Scotland is a firm favorite with visitors from all over the world, thanks to its historic cities and majestic castles, misty mountains and dramatic lochs and glens. Although the weather may be chilly you can be assured of a warm welcome, good food and the restorative powers of a wee dram of whisky. Insight Guide Scotland is a comprehensive full-color guide to this beautiful country. The book is packed with stunning photography on every page that brings to life Scotland's wild landscape and creative people who over the centuries have contributed so much to science and culture. Our Best Of Scotland highlights the top attractions, such as the elegant city of Edinburgh, St Andrews, the home of golf, and Iona, the cradle of Christianity in Scotland. Our lively features on Scotland's history and culture provide an in-depth introduction to what makes the country unique. Detailed, high-quality maps throughout will help you plan your itinerary, while the travel tips give you all the essential information for organizing a memorable trip, such as transport, festivals, and outdoor activities, plus our selection of the best hotels and restaurants.




Insight Guides: Finland


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Kayak in the serene Lakeland, enjoy a cruise on the Baltic, or take in the splendour of the Northern Lights in Lapland - Insight Guide Finland helps you get the best out of this outdoor paradise. The guide has been fully updated by our expert Scandinavia author for this new edition, which also features Insight's trademark stunning photography and more information on culture and history than any other guide. Whether you're heading for the cool capital, Helsinki, or Lapland in the far north, this book tells you everything you need to know, and also helps you enjoy all the unmissable Finnish experiences, such as relaxing in a traditional sauna and cycling around the gorgeous land archipelago. Full-colour, highly detailed maps throughout will help you get around and travel tips give you all the information you need to plan a memorable trip, including our selection of the best and most authentic hotels and restaurants.




Insight Guides Scandinavia (Travel Guide eBook)


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Insight Guides: all you need to inspire every step of your journey. An in-depth book. From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this is all you need to plan your trip and experience the best of Scandinavia, with in-depth insider information on must-see, top attractions like medieval Trondheim in Norway and the Northern Lights of Arctic Scandinavia, and hidden cultural gems like the atmospheric Kungsleden Trail through Sweden's Lapland. - Insight Guide Scandinavia is ideal for travellers seeking immersive cultural experiences, from exploring the fjords of Norway to discovering great architecture in Helsinki - In-depth on history and culture: enjoy special features on the Vikings, Scandi design and Finnish saunas, all written by local experts - Includes innovative, unique extras to keep you up-to-date when you're on the move - this guide comes with a free eBook, and an app that highlights top attractions and regional information and is regularly updated with new hotel, bar, restaurant, shop and local event listings - Invaluable maps, travel tips and practical information ensure effortless planning, and encourage venturing off the beaten track - Inspirational colour photography throughout - Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books - Inventive design makes for an engaging, easy reading experience About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.




Insight Guides Scandinavia


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Insight Guides: all you need to inspire every step of your journey. An in-depth book, now with free app and eBook. From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this is all you need to plan your trip and experience the best of Scandinavia, with in-depth insider information on must-see, top attractions like medieval Trondheim in Norway and the Northern Lights of Arctic Scandinavia, and hidden cultural gems like the atmospheric Kungsleden Trail through Sweden's Lapland. Insight Guide Scandinavia is ideal for travellers seeking immersive cultural experiences, from exploring the fjords of Norway to discovering great architecture in Helsinki. -In-depth on history and culture: enjoy special features on the Vikings, Scandi design and Finnish saunas, all written by local experts -Includes innovative, unique extras to keep you up-to-date when you're on the move - this guide comes with a free eBook, and an app that highlights top attractions and regional information and is regularly updated with new hotel, bar, restaurant, shop and local event listings -Invaluable maps, travel tips and practical information ensure effortless planning, and encourage venturing off the beaten track -Inspirational colour photography throughout - Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books -Inventive design makes for an engaging, easy reading experience About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.




Insight Guides Scandinavia (Travel Guide eBook)


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Insight Guide to Scandinavia is a pictorial travel guide in a magazine style providing answers to the key questions before or during your trip: deciding when to go to Scandinavia, choosing what to see, from exploring postcard-pretty Bergen to discovering Finland's A°land archipelago or creating a travel plan to cover key places like Copenhagen, Oslo, Helsinki and Stockholm. This is an ideal travel guide for travellers seeking inspiration, in-depth cultural and historical information about Scandinavia as well as a great selection of places to see during your trip. The Insight Guide Scandinavia covers: Copenhagen, Zealand, Bornholm, Funen, Jutland, Greenland, The Faroe Islands, Oslo, Bergen, Norway's Northwest Coast, Norway's Far North, Stockholm, Gotland, Sweden's West Coast, Sweden's Great Lakes, Dalarna, Central Sweden, Northern Sweden, Helsinki, Southern Finland, A°land Islands, Turku, Tampere, Finland's Lakeland, Finland's West Coast, Karelia, Kuusamo, Finnish Lapland In this travel guide you will find: IN-DEPTH CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL FEATURES Created to explore the culture and the history of Scandinavia to get a greater understanding of its modern-day life, people and politics BEST OF The top attractions and Editor's Choice highlighting the most special places to visit around Scandinavia. CURATED PLACES, HIGH QUALITY MAPS Geographically organised text cross-referenced against full-colour, high quality travel maps for quick orientation in Zealand, Bornholm, Bergen, Gotland and many more locations in Scandinavia. COLOUR-CODED CHAPTERS Every part of Scandinavia, from Denmark to Norway, Sweden and Finland has its own colour assigned for easy navigation. TIPS AND FACTS Up-to-date historical timeline and in-depth cultural background to Scandinavia as well as an introduction to Scandinavia's Food and Drink and fun destination-specific features. PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATION A-Z of useful advice on everything from when to go to Scandinavia, how to get there and how to get around, as well as Scandinavia's climate, advice on tipping, etiquette and more. STRIKING PICTURES Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Faroe Islands and the spectacular Finnish Lapland.