Travel and holiday Books

When we think of Barcelona, the eclectic art of Antoni Gaudi immediately springs to mind. It is present in every corner of the city. Or we think of the Olympic Ring with the tower designed by Santiago Calatrava; but these are only two aspects of the...

The influence of Anjou and Aragon, and the traces left by Bourbon, Hapsburg and Napoleonic domination have made Naples a treasure-trove of different styles and periods, rich in original imperfections and extravagance that deserve to be discovered and...

This curated guide to contemporary building design in Istanbul explores new architectural directions and urban development in Turkey's largest and most visited city. In addition to 86 itineraries that feature a selection of both contemporary and historic...

New York City is a metropolis in a constant state of metamorphosis. Amidst continuous construction, the redevelopment of the existing cityscape plays a fundamental role in the evolution of the Big Apple as a place to live, work, and visit. This pocket...

Rome, the 'Eternal City', is not only enriched by buildings and monuments that preserve the culture of Italy in the symbolic centre of Christianity and the hub of the Italian Republic. The architecture of Rome also tells the story of a process of...

Marco Polo maps feature completely up-to-date, digitally generated mapping. The high quality cartography with distance indicators and scale converters aid route planning. ZOOM System - all large urban areas are marked on the main map and are...

Let the Marco Polo Provence, Alps, Cote d'Azur Road Map guide you around this beautiful region of southern France. Discover the glamour of the Cote D'Azur, the glittering sea, the glorious resorts and charming towns with this highly durable, detailed,...

Let the Marco Polo Sardinia Road Map guide you around this beautiful island. Discover sandy beaches and a rugged landscape dotted with mysterious Bronze Age stone ruins with this highly durable, detailed, touring map of Sardinia. It folds away easily and...

Let the Marco Polo Slovak Republic Road Map guide you around this stunning country. Discover picturesque towns, glorious mountains and distinctive castles with this highly durable, detailed touring map of Slovakia. It folds away easily and is always on...

Upon your arrival in Hong Kong, the fragrant harbor city, you're immediately greeted by a sensory symphony: the melodic chime of pedestrian crossings blending with the rhythmic ding-ding of trams; the mesmerizing dance of sunlight upon towering...

Introducing "Weekender: Paris," your passport to a chic 72-hour escape in the heart of Paris. This meticulously curated volume unveils the hidden treasures of the city, focusing on the vibrant neighborhoods of Canal Saint Martin and Marais. Within its...

Let the Marco Polo Tuerkiye / Turkey Road Map guide you around this stunning country. From the Turquoise Riviera to the Fairy Chimneys of Cappadocia this highly durable, detailed touring map of Turkey will ensure you don't miss a thing. It folds away...

Drink a cocktail that takes you back in time, slip into a pocket-sized bookstore, unlock the secrets of bacalhau, run with the clouds, make a stopover in the tropics, track down the restaurant whose address we wont tell you, clink glasses with an...

Why is the Portuguese coat of arms set at an angle of 17 Degrees on the facade of Rossio station? Where in Portugal was The Magic Flute played for the first time and why did Mozart dedicate it to his master Cagliostro? What is the theory concerning the...

Discover hidden gardens and clandestine art that even the neighbours overlook, visit the strangest of museums, get water-boarded in a prototype Jacuzzi and traumatised by Rabelaisian rafters, decrypt mysterious Masonic markings, step inside an Icelandic...

Every guide in the "Soul of" collection includes: - the 30 best experiences a city has to offer - interviews with those who give the city its spirit - illustrations that capture the city's soul

Let Secret Lisbon guide you around the unusual and unfamiliar. Step off the beaten track with this fascinating Lisbon guide book and let our local experts show you the well-hidden treasures of this amazing city. Ideal for local inhabitants and curious...

This compact, pocket-sized Naples & the Amalfi Coast travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips, who want to make sure they experience the destination's highlights. The book includes highly practical, ready-made walks and tours that allow...

This Southwest USA 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...

This compact, pocket-sized Belfast 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 Belfast without losing time planning...

This mini pocket Bruges & Ghent travel guidebook is perfect for travellers seeking basic information about Bruges & Ghent. It covers key places, main attractions and a short hotel and restaurant recommendations list. This book is printed on paper from...

This the Netherlands 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,...

This mini pocket Marrakesh travel guidebook is perfect for travellers looking for essential information about Marrakesh. It provides details on key places and main attractions, along with a selection of itineraries, recommendations for restaurants and...

This mini pocket Porto travel guidebook is perfect for travellers looking for essential information about Porto. It provides details on key places and main attractions, along with a selection of itineraries, recommendations for restaurants and top tips...

This mini pocket Kos travel guidebook is perfect for travellers looking for essential information about Kos. It provides details on key places and main attractions, along with a selection of itineraries, recommendations for restaurants and top tips on...

This mini pocket Lanzarote and Fuerteventura travel guidebook is perfect for travellers looking for essential information about Lanzarote and Fuerteventura. It provides details on key places and main attractions, along with a selection of itineraries,...

This mini pocket Barcelona travel guidebook is perfect for travellers looking for essential information about Barcelona. It provides details on key places and main attractions, along with a selection of itineraries, recommendations for restaurants and...

This compact, pocket-sized Madrid travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips, who want to make sure they experience the destination's highlights and really get a flavour of the place. It includes ready-made walking and driving itineraries,...

Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Crete, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure...

This compact, pocket-sized Croatia travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips, who want to make sure they experience the destination's highlights and really get a flavour of the place. It includes ready-made walking and driving...

This compact, pocket-sized Nice & the French Riviera travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips, who want to make sure they experience the destination's highlights. The book includes highly practical, ready-made walks and tours that allow...

This Germany 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...

This compact, pocket-sized Geneva travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips and those trying to make the most of Geneva. It's light, easily portable and comes equipped with a pull-out map. This Geneva guidebook covers: Rive Gauche's Old...

This Dubai 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...

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...

A guidebook to 40 coastal walks in Andalucia, Spain. Exploring six natural parks along the Mediterranean and Atlantic coasts, plus La Sierra de Mijas, the routes are graded by difficulty, with options to suit both beginner and experienced walkers. Walks...

Would you like to explore the best of the Sedbergh, Kirkby Lonsdale and Ingleton? This guidebook covers 15 of the best short walks in the area (all under three hours), including Cautley Spout, Pendragon Castle, Wild Boar Fell, the Lune Valley and...

Would you like to explore the best of Newquay and the North Coast? This guidebook covers 15 of the best short walks in the area (between 3 and 9.6km, all under three hours), including Polly Joke, Watergate Bay, Trevose Head, Padstow, Port Isaac,...

Would you like to explore the best of the Scottish Borders? This guidebook covers 15 of the best short walks in the area (between 6 and 11.5km, all under three hours), including St Abbs Head, Eyemouth Shores, Wideopen Hill, Eildon Hills, Hawick, Peebles...

A guidebook to 12 of the best gravel bikepacking routes in the South and East, including the Cantii Way, exploring forest tracks, bridleways and quiet lanes over 1 to 4 days. Escape the urban sprawl and explore the region's wildest off-road routes. The...

Guidebook to hiking Jebel Toubkal in Morocco's Atlas Mountains. Both summer and winter ascents are included along with acclimatisation routes. The Toubkal Circuit multi-day trek, which circumnavigates Jebel Toubkal, is also described in 6 stages. OAC...

This guidebook describes The Skye Trail, a challenging week-long trek across the largest island in Scotland's Inner Hebrides, the Isle of Skye. From Rubha Hunish in the north, the Skye Trail heads along the Trotternish Ridge and past the Cuillin to...

This guide describes the long-distance St Cuthberts Way through the unspoilt scenery of Northumberland and the Borders. The 100km (62 mile) route begins at Melrose and crosses the rugged crags and heather moorland of the Cheviot Hills, passing through...

Guidebook to 20 day walks around the majestic Italian lakes of Garda and Iseo. The routes, which range from leisurely strolls to more strenuous routes up panoramic peaks, offer something to suit all walkers. Invaluable practical information about public...

Best Easy Day Hikes Hawaii; Oahu includes concise descriptions of the best easy day hikes on the island, with detailed maps of each route. The 20 hikes in this guide are generally short, easy to follow, and guaranteed to please.

Palm Beach, an icon of refined relaxation and gilded grandeur, is where Atlantic waves lap sandy coastlines and Mediterranean Revival architecture stands in stately harmony. Known as Americas first resort destination, this enclave blends lush tropical...

Nestled between five mountain ranges, Tucson is a city where centuries of Indigenous, Spanish, and frontier heritage meet a thriving modern spirit. Adobe walls and mission steeples recall its deep history, while lively neighborhoods, world-class learning...

Lodestars Anthology: Pathways contains 14 of the best and most carefully selected paths and trails that we have traversed. This book explores and details those pathways, the people, the landscapes and the fascinating things we discovered along the way...