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The Rough Guide to Wales: Travel Guide eBook

Author : Rough Guides

Publisher : Apa Publications (UK) Limited

Page : 844 pages

File Size : 15,39 MB

Release : 2024-06-01

Category : Travel

ISBN : 1835290973

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This Wales guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground. And this Wales travel guidebook is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet the FSC’s strict environmental and social standards. This Wales guidebook covers: Cardiff and southeast Wales, Southwest Wales, The Brecon Beacons and Powys, The Cambrian coast, The Dee Valley and around, Snowdonia and the Llŷn, The north coast and Anglesey. Inside this Wales travel book, you’ll find: A wide range of sights – Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, family activities or chilled-out breaks Itinerary examples – created for different time frames or types of trip Practical information – how to get to Wales, all about public transport, food and drink, shopping, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, tips for travellers with disabilities and more Author picks and things not to miss in Wales – Conwy, Cadair Idris, The Gower Peninsula, Adventure Parc Snowdonia, Wacky Llanwrtyd Wells, Ffestiniog Railway, St Davids Cathedral, Mawddach Trail, Carreg Cennen Castle, Pembrokeshire Coast Path, Snowdon, Tryfan, Edward I's Iron Ring, Cardiff, Brecon Beacons, Male Voice Choirs, Wye Valley, Industrial Heritage, Hay-on-Wye, Abergavenny's Food, Zip-wire Madness, Aberglasney Insider recommendations – tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spots When to go to Wales – high season, low season, climate information and festivals Where to go – a clear introduction to Wales with key places and a handy overview Extensive coverage of regions, places and experiences – regional highlights, sights and places for different types of travellers, with experiences matching different needs Places to eat, drink and stay – hand-picked restaurants, cafes, bars and hotels Practical info at each site – hours of operation, websites, transit tips, charges Colour-coded mapping – with keys and legends listing sites categorised as highlights, eating, accommodation, shopping, drinking and nightlife Background information for connoisseurs – history, culture, art, architecture, film, books, religion, diversity Essential Welsh dictionary and glossary of local terms Fully updated post-COVID-19 The guide provides a comprehensive and rich selection of places to see and things to do in Wales, as well as great planning tools. It’s the perfect companion, both ahead of your trip and on the ground.



The Rough Guide to Wales

Author : Rough Guides

Publisher : Rough Guides UK

Page : 652 pages

File Size : 31,10 MB

Release : 2015-03-02

Category : Travel

ISBN : 0241206251

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The eighth edition of the Rough Guide to Wales is the ultimate travel guide to this incredibly varied country, with stunning photography throughout. Whether you want to trek the Pembrokeshire Coast Path or let loose at Green Man festival, have a slap-up meal in foodie Abergavenny or chug through the Snowdonia mountains on the Ffestiniog Railway, you'll find all the practical details and inspiring ideas you'll need. Spanning the length and breadth of Wales, from tiny valley towns to bustling cities, this is the most comprehensive guide to the country. Plan your trip using our colour-coded maps and up-to-date listings on the best places to stay, eat and drink in every corner of Wales. Whether you want detailed background or a quick idea of the highlights of each region, The Rough Guide to Wales has it all. Make the most of your time on EarthTM with The Rough Guide to Wales.



Insight Guides Great Railway Journeys of Europe (Travel Guide eBook)

Author : Insight Guides

Publisher : Apa Publications (UK) Limited

Page : 859 pages

File Size : 12,95 MB

Release : 2019-03-01

Category : Travel

ISBN : 1789193281

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Insight Guides: all you need to inspire every step of your journey. From deciding when to go, to choosing which routes to travel, this guide is all you need to plan your trip across Europe by rail, with in-depth insider information on the best journeys to make the most of this scenic continent. · Insight Guide Great Railway Journeys of Europe is ideal for travellers seeking immersive railway journeys across the continent · In-depth on the history of European train travel: enjoy special features on new technologies and station architecture, all written by local experts · Invaluable maps, train routes, 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 and inspiring 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.



The Rough Guide to Great Britain: Travel Guide eBook

Author : Rough Guides

Publisher : Apa Publications (UK) Limited

Page : 1362 pages

File Size : 49,86 MB

Release : 2024-09-16

Category : Travel

ISBN : 1835291163

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This Great Britain guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground. This Great Britain guidebook covers: London and the southeast; the Cotswolds; Bath, Bristol and the southwest; East Anglia; the Midlands and the Peak District; Leeds, Manchester and the northwest; Yorkshire; Newcastle and the northeast; Cardiff and South Wales; Snowdonia; Edinburgh and the Lothians; Glasgow and the Clyde; the Scottish Highlands and Islands. Inside this Great Britain travel book, you’ll find: A wide range of sights – Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, family activities or chilled-out breaks Itinerary examples – created for different time frames or types of trip Practical information – how to get to Great Britain, all about public transport, food and drink, shopping, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, tips for travellers with disabilities and more Author picks and things not to miss in Great Britain – Gower Peninsula, Hampton Court Palace, Stonehenge, Lake District, West Highland Railway, Southwold, Oxford and Cambridge Colleges, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre in London, Rennie Mackintosh Architecture in Glasgow, Eden Project in Cornwall, Peak District, Iona in Argyll, Thermae Bath Spa, Hadrian’s Wall Path in Northumberland, Blaenavon, Durham Cathedral, Portmeirion Insider recommendations – tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spots When to go to Great Britain – high season, low season, climate information and festivals Where to go – a clear introduction to Great Britain with key places and a handy overview Extensive coverage of regions, places and experiences – regional highlights, sights and places for different types of travellers, with experiences matching different needs Places to eat, drink and stay – hand-picked restaurants, cafes, bars and hotels Practical info at each site – hours of operation, websites, transit tips, charges Colour-coded mapping – with keys and legends listing sites categorised as highlights, eating, accommodation, shopping, drinking and nightlife Background information for connoisseurs – history, culture, art, architecture, film, books, religion, diversity Fully updated post-COVID-19 The guide provides a comprehensive and rich selection of places to see and things to do in Great Britain, as well as great planning tools. It’s the perfect companion, both ahead of your trip and on the ground.



Pocket Rough Guide Weekender Snowdonia & North Wales: Travel Guide eBook

Author : Rough Guides

Publisher : Apa Publications (UK) Limited

Page : 249 pages

File Size : 23,59 MB

Release : 2024-03-01

Category : Travel

ISBN : 1835290736

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This compact, pocket-sized Snowdonia & North Wales travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on weekend trips or shorter breaks in the UK. It includes ready-made walking and driving itineraries that allow you to organise your visit to Snowdonia & North Wales without losing time planning. The Snowdonia & North Wales guide book covers: The North Coast and Carneddau Mountains, A Tour of Anglesey, Beddgelert and Porthmadog, Snowdon from Caernarfon, The Lleyn Peninsula, Tremadog Bay to the Mawddach Estuary, Wrexham to Bala – and Back, Dolgellau to Cadair Idris and the Aran Mountains, Cadair Idris to Machynlleth. Inside this Snowdonia & North Wales travel book you will find: 9 ready-made walks and tours – easy-to-follow walking and driving tour itineraries featuring the best places to visit, as well as what to do and where to eat along the way Walks and tour highlights – short lists highlight the best of each walk or tour Things not to miss in Snowdonia & North Wales – Blaenau Ffestiniog and Slate Caverns, Centre for Alternative Technology, Portmeirion, Snowdon, National Slate Museum, Llandudno, Ffestiniog Railway, Caernarfon, Harlech, Conwy Curated recommendations of places – main attractions, off-the-beaten-track adventures, child-friendly family activities, chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas Rainy day recommendations – plenty of options, whatever the British weather throws at you Insider recommendations – tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots Historical and cultural insights – learn more about Snowdonia & North Wales’ rich history with fascinating cultural insights. Trip tips – outdoor activities and themed holidays Practical information – how to get there and how to get around, facts for visitors, Handy mapping – practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered sights relating to major points of interest in the main text. Fully updated post-COVID-19



The Rough Guide to Great Britain

Author : Rough Guides

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 1344 pages

File Size : 35,79 MB

Release : 2015-06-09

Category : Travel

ISBN : 0241236185

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The new full-color Rough Guide to Great Britain is the definitive guide to Rough Guides' home patch. Discover the best of what Britain has to offer, with detailed accounts of the country's world-class attractions, from the British Museum to Edinburgh Castle, aided by crystal-clear maps and plans. Get insider tips on Britain's vital, restless cities, from Bristol to Glasgow, and enjoy the bucolic attractions of its countryside, hiking along its walkers' trails or relaxing on its sometimes spectacular beaches. We also steer you toward all the best places to stay, from boutique hotels to cool campsites, and to eat and drink, from Michelin-starred restaurants and gourmet gastropubs to budget cafés and traditional pubs, giving you clear, balanced reviews for all budgets. You'll find lavish photography and color maps throughout the guide, too, helping you to make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Great Britain.



The 1998 Eurail and Train Travel Guide to the World

Author : Eurail Staff

Publisher : Mariner Books

Page : 1060 pages

File Size : 36,59 MB

Release : 1998

Category : Transportation

ISBN : 9780395881606

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Covering eastern and western Europe, Britain and Ireland, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and Central, South, and North America, this 28th edition of The Eurail and Train Travel Guide to the World is the most comprehensive guide to train travel on the market. It provides: Information on 111 countries; Descriptions and prices of all country passes, Eurail passes, and combination passes. Descriptions and prices of more than 2,000 rail trips; Sightseeing notes for hundreds of cities; Suggestions for roundtrip excursions, scenic journeys, and international trips.



Pocket Rough Guide Staycations Snowdonia & North Wales (Travel Guide eBook)

Author : Rough Guides

Publisher : Apa Publications (UK) Limited

Page : 234 pages

File Size : 34,19 MB

Release : 2021-06-15

Category : Travel

ISBN : 1789197163

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Rough Guides Staycations Snowdonia & North Wales Make the most of your time on Earth with the ultimate travel guides. Inspirational and informative new pocket guide, making the most of holidaying at home in the UK through clearly laid-out walks and tours. Explore the best of Snowdonia & North Wales with this unique travel guide, packed full of insider information and stunning images. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see, top attractions like Llechwedd Slate Caverns, Zip World and Mount Snowdon, to discovering cultural gems, including the thirteenth-century Caernarfon Castle with its distinctive limestone and sandstone banding, twisting loops that make up the Ffestiniog Railway and the distinctive seaside 'village' of Portmeirion, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking and driving routes will save you time, and help you plan and enhance your staycation in Snowdonia & North Wales. Features of this travel guide to Snowdonia & North Wales: - 9 walks and tours: detailed itineraries feature all the best places to visit, including where to eat along the way - Local highlights: discover the area's top sights and unique attractions, and be inspired by stunning imagery - Time-saving itineraries: carefully planned routes will help inspire and inform your on-the-road experiences - Historical and cultural insights: learn more about the Snowdonia's rich history with fascinating cultural insights throughout - Insider recommendations: where to stay and what to do, from active pursuits to themed trips - Rainy day recommendations: uncover plenty of options, whatever the weather throws at you - Practical full-colour maps: with every major sight and listing highlighted, the full-colour maps make on-the-ground navigation easy - Key tips and essential information: from transport to hours of operation, we've got you covered - New for 2021: the latest guidance to all the places you should discover in Snowdonia - Covers: The North Coast and Carneddau Mountains, Anglesey, Beddgelert and Porthmadog, Snowdon from Caernarfon, the Lleyn Peninsula, Tremadog Bay to Mawddach Estuary, Wrexham to Bala, Dolgellau to Cadair Idris and the Aran Mountains, Cadair Idris to Machynlleth Looking for a comprehensive guide to Wales? Check out the Rough Guide to Wales for a detailed and entertaining look at all the country has to offer. About Rough Guides: Rough Guides have been inspiring travellers for over 35 years, with over 30 million copies sold. 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.