-- essential historical and cultural guide to major attractions and out-of-the-way sights -- detailed accommodation for every budget -- the best in Saigon cuisine, from street stalls to top-end dining -- fascinating excursions to the Mekong Delta and seaside retreats -- indispensable Vietnamese language chapter
Each of these three islands are melting pots of races, religions and cultures. This travel guide suggests visiting the Seychelles for the beaches, Reunion for the mountains and the alpine scenery, and Mauritius for the people and culture, and includes advice and information on all.
Thoroughly updated and revised, this travel guide includes details on Beijingcuisine and regional Chinese specialties, day trips around Beijing, a helpfullanguage section, and more.
Ideal for business people as well as backpackers, this pocket-sized guide features map keys with Korean script for easy place-name identification, loads of entertainment options--from karaoke to traditional theater--comprehensive transportation information--including a subway map--a full-color section, and suggestions for hundreds of places to stay and eat for every budget.
Descubre Vietnam, un país lleno de sorpresas, con un guía que ofrece más de 500 páginas de información esencial para los viajeros independientes. Los autores proporcionan datos de fondo sobre el país, consejos para la planificación del viaje y descripciones de las principales atracciones, incluyendo horarios y precios actualizados. También se incluyen recomendaciones para aquellos que desean explorar fuera de los caminos trillados, como participar en cursos de cocina en Hoi An o realizar impresionantes recorridos por cuevas en el Parque Nacional Phong-Nha-Ke-Bang. Para cada localidad importante, se ofrece una selección de alojamientos y restaurantes que se adaptan a diferentes gustos y presupuestos. El guía incluye mapas detallados, un capítulo a color sobre los 20 principales atractivos, información sobre las comunidades montañesas de Vietnam, rutas de viaje, consejos para actividades recreativas, así como un glosario y un guía de frases para facilitar la comunicación. Este libro es honesto, práctico y está escrito con un toque de humor, brindando experiencias e impresiones inspiradoras.
Densely forested mountains, colourful Buddhist temples and sleek modern cities - discover all this and much more with this bestselling guidebook. Korea's welcoming people, unique culture and incomparable cuisine make it one of the great destinations of Northeast Asia. Whatever your pleasure, we cover it all: North, South, eats, the works!
Features full-color throughout and pull-out map; Floor plans of key sights, and dedicated chapters on the Great Wall and Beijing's historic hutong (neighborhoods); Includes language and cultural tips; illustrated coverage of the Forbidden City.
Part of the appeal of Vietnam is the lingering French colonial ambience found in cities like Hanoi and Saigon. For those who want to discover a more traditional Vietnam, there is the verdant countryside of the central highland.
Still the only travel guide available to one of the most remote--yet fastest-changing--destinations on earth, this completely updated edition contains 46 maps, with map keys in Mongolian and English script, transportation and accommodation details, and background information on the history and culture of the region. 46 maps. color photos.
Second edition of a travel guide first published in 1987. Contains valuable information for first-time and experienced travellers, including street maps, a potted history, advice on accommodation and transport, and recommended restaurants.