Author : Alex Robinson
Publisher : Footprint Travel Guides
Page : 154 pages
File Size : 11,78 MB
Release : 2014-03-10
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1909268887
Loaded with information on Brazil's iconic city, this guide will take you from Rio's famous Mardi Gras carnival to its spectacular beach and mountain scenery.
Author : Alex Robinson
Publisher : Footprint Travel Guides
Page : 114 pages
File Size : 33,23 MB
Release : 2014-03-10
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1909268860
Relax on one of Salvador’s white-sand beaches and you will see the art ballet of capoeira, smell the rich spicy cooking of Bahia, and get the unmistakable feeling that you are in African Brazil. The homeland of Brazil’s African heritage is like nowhere else in Brazil: carnivals sway to the rhythms of the drum troupe orchestras while churches are decorated with statues of black saints. Footprint Focus Bahia & Salvador will take you from the cultural capital Salvador, along Bahia’s beautiful coast, stopping off at an assortment of laid-back little towns and hedonistic party-cities on the way. Includes practical advice on getting to and around the region plus fascinating insights into the area’s culture and history. • Essentials section with practical advice on getting there and around. • Highlights maps of the region so you know what not to miss. • Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where to eat, sleep and party. • Detailed street maps for Salvador and other key towns. • Slim enough to fit in your pocket. Loaded with advice and information on how to get around, this concise Footprint Focus guide will help you get the most out of Bahia and Salvador without weighing you down.The content of Footprint Focus Bahia & Salvador guide has been extracted from Footprint’s Brazil Handbook.
Author : Alex & Gardenia Robinson
Publisher : Footprint Travel Guides
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 19,50 MB
Release : 2014-03-10
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1909268879
This guide features the latest information on Recife's bursting art and music scene plus advice on how to visit the region's spectacular coastline and colonial towns.
Author : Richard Arghiris
Publisher : Footprint Travel Guides
Page : 114 pages
File Size : 49,42 MB
Release : 2014-02-10
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1909268658
Take a plunge off Mexico’s Caribbean coastline and marvel at the coral and plants that have been popular with divers since the 1960s. Trek inland and visit Mayan ruins immersed in ancient forests. Stop briefly at the popular sites in Uxmal and Tulum, but stay as long as you like at the lesser-known monuments that are off the beaten path. Footprint Focus Cancún & Yucatán Peninsula provides thorough coverage of the area, with detailed information on everything from flamingo feeding grounds to beach resorts in Cancún. Includes Background section with fascinating insights into the history of the peninsula. • Essentials section with practical advice on getting there and around. • Highlights map so you know what not to miss. • Comprehensive listings including where to eat, sleep, and have fun. • Detailed street maps for Cancún, Campeche and other important towns and sights. • Slim enough to fit in your pocket. Loaded with advice and information, this concise Footprint Focus guide will help you get the most out of the Yucatán Peninsula without weighing you down. The content of Footprint Focus Cancún & Yucatán Peninsula guide has been extracted from Footprint’s Mexico Handbook
Author : Alex & Gardenia Robinson
Publisher : Footprint Travel Guides
Page : 90 pages
File Size : 39,95 MB
Release : 2014-03-10
Category : Travel
ISBN : 190926881X
People-watch on the glorious beaches of Litoral Norte, experience colonial Brazil in the charming streets of Embu, and explore the rainforest-covered mountains that back on to the bottle-green Atlantic ocean. From relaxing days in a trendy São Paulo café to adventurous days exploring Brazil’s largest island, Footprint Focus will help you pick the most rewarding places to explore in this diverse region. Jam-packed with information about the city’s lively art and music scene, passionate sporting events such as the Brazilian Grand Prix, and spectacular scenery, this guide also provides up-to-date recommendations on where to eat and sleep and how to get around this vibrant region. • Featuring the top attractions of the city and lesser-known excursions, this concise guide is ideal for those looking for both culture and adventure. • Up-to-date recommendations of great places to stay and eat. • Includes information on the region’s eclectic festivals. • Highlights map of the region plus detailed street maps and metro map of São Paulo. • Slim enough to fit in your pocket. Brimming with advice on how to navigate this buzzing metropolis, this Footprint Focus guide will let you tantalise your taste buds in the city one day and lounge on a pristine beach the next. The content of Footprint Focus São Paulo guide has been extracted from Footprint’s Brazil Handbook.
Author : Andrew Sanger
Publisher : Footprint Travel Guides
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 21,27 MB
Release : 2013-02-22
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1908206977
Whether you want to explore the historical towns of Normandy, contemplate the evocative relics of war at the Landing Beaches, or sip the finest Calvados in picturesque rusticity, Footprint Focus proves an invaluable guide. This compact yet concise book will steer you towards the most interesting sights that Normandy’s coast has to offer, as well as ensuring you enjoy undiscovered corners too. Comprehensive listings of the best food, drink and accommodation will help you make the most of your trip. • Essentials section with useful advice on getting to and around the Normandy Coast, Caen, the Landing Beaches and Mont St Michel • Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where to eat, sleep and play. • Includes information on tour operators and activities, from sampling Normandy cider to climbing the magnificent Mont St Michel. • Detailed maps for the Normandy Coast and other key destinations. • Slim enough to fit in your pocket. With detailed information on all the main sights, plus many lesser-known attractions, Footprint Focus Normandy Coast (includes Caen, the Landing Beaches & Mont St Michel) provides concise and comprehensive coverage of one of France’s most historically fascinating regions. The content of the Footprint Focus Normandy Coast (includes Caen, the Landing Beaches & Mont St Michel) guide has been extracted from Footprint’s Normandy Full-Color Guide.
Author : Sarah Cameron
Publisher : Footprint Travel Guides
Page : 114 pages
File Size : 43,75 MB
Release : 2013-08-30
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1909268305
The Dominican Republic is home to some of the best beaches in the world. From whale-watching at Bahía de Samaná to dancing the merengue, this island offers both relaxation and activity. Footprint Focus provides invaluable information on transport, accommodation, eating and entertainment to ensure that your trip includes the best of this diverse region of the Caribbean. • Essentials section with useful advice on getting to and around the Dominican Republic. • Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where to eat, sleep and play. • Includes information on tour operators and activities, from watersports and white sand to riding placid Dominican horses in the mountains. • Detailed maps for the Dominican Republic and its key destinations. • Slim enough to fit in your pocket. With detailed information on all the main sights, plus many lesser-known attractions, Footprint Focus Dominican Republic provides concise and comprehensive coverage of the Caribbean’s oldest European settlement.
Author : Mary-Ann Gallagher
Publisher : Footprint Travel Guides
Page : 106 pages
File Size : 31,84 MB
Release : 2013-02-22
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1909268070
An amalgamation of many cultures, the Eastern Pyrenees is a fantastic region to visit. From towering mountainscapes in Aragón, to the exotic buzz of Perpignan, to the proud Catalan capital, Barcelona; the Eastern Pyrenees truly offer something for everyone. Footprint Focus provides invaluable information on transport, accommodation, eating and entertainment to ensure that your trip includes the best of this vibrant region of Europe. • Essentials section with useful advice on getting to and around the Eastern Pyrenees. • Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where to eat, sleep and play. • Includes information on tour operators and activities, from hot-air balloon rides to astounding architecture. • Detailed maps for the key destinations in the Eastern Pyrenees. • Slim enough to fit in your pocket. With detailed information on all the main sights, plus many lesser-known attractions, Footprint Focus Eastern Pyrenees (includes Barcelona & Perpignan) provides concise and comprehensive coverage of one of Europe’s most dynamic regions.
Author : Jane Foster
Publisher : Footprint Travel Guides
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 27,49 MB
Release : 2013-03-22
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1909268143
With Roman ruins, Byzantine churches & Venetian town houses, this area of Croatia is stunning whatever your taste. From the undulating vineyards of Istria, to the historic ports of Kvarner, this region is known as the ‘Tuscany of Croatia’. Footprint Focus provides invaluable information on transport, accommodation, eating and entertainment to ensure that your trip includes the best of this beautiful region of Croatia. • Essentials section with useful advice on getting to and around Istria & the north Dalmatian Coast. • Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where to eat, sleep and play. • Includes information on tour operators and activities, from national parks to Byzantine mosaics. • Detailed maps for Istria and around. • Slim enough to fit in your pocket. With detailed information on all the main sights, plus many lesser-known attractions, Footprint Focus Istria & Kvarner provides concise and comprehensive coverage of one of Croatia’s most gorgeous regions. The content of the Footprint Focus Istria & Kvarner guide has been extracted from Footprint’s Croatia Full-Colour Guide.
Author : Victoria McCulloch
Publisher : Footprint Travel Guides
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 11,61 MB
Release : 2013-10-30
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1909268429
Charter a fishing boat at Panjim and watch as the palm trees on the beach recede into the distance. Visit 200 hundred-year-old spice plantations or the Saturday Night Bazaar where live music and food stalls lend the bazaar a festival atmosphere. Travel through humble fishing villages on the Arabian Sea or rustic colonial towns, where jungles twist their way around churches and basilicas. Entering Goa via India’s most vibrant city, Mumbai, Footprint Focus will prove an invaluable companion. • Essentials section with practical tips on getting there and around. • Background section with fascinating information on the region’s unique history and culture. • Comprehensive listings of where to eat, sleep & play in Goa and in Mumbai. • Detailed street maps for Mumbai, Panjim and other important towns. • Slim enough to fit in your pocket. Loaded with advice and information, this concise Footprint Focus guide will help you get the most out of Goa without weighing you down. The content of the Footprint Focus Goa (with Mumbai) guide has been extracted from Footprint’s India Handbook.
