Our illustrated travel guide will take you to Istanbul. Istanbul is Turkey's most populous city, and its cultural and financial center. Located on both sides of the Bosphorus, the narrow strait between the Black Sea and the Marmara Sea, Istanbul bridges Asia and Europe both physically and culturally. Istanbul's population is estimated to be between 12 and 19 million people, making it also one of the largest in Europe and the world. Istanbul was one of three European Capitals of Culture in ...

Our illustrated travel guide will take you to Madrid, the capital and largest city of Spain. Madrid is best known for its great cultural and artistic heritage, including the El Prado museum. Madrid also boasts some of the liveliest nightlife in the world.The culture of Madrid was dominated by its Royal history and it was the centre of the Spanish Empire. Nowadays Madrid is a cosmopolitan city and, just as Berlin and London, full of new architecture, lifestyle and culture.Fi...

This illustrated Travel Guide is a part of the Mobi Sights series, our concise guides that only feature the most essential information on city attractions. This guide is designed for optimal navigation on eReaders, smartphones, and other mobile electronic devices. Inside you will find a locator map and a list of top attractions linked to individual articles. Addresses, telephones, hours of operation and admissions information are included. The guide also features an itiner...

Voted America's Best-Loved Novel in PBS's The Great American Read"One of the most—if not the most—beloved of American novels." —The New YorkerHarper Lee's Pulitzer Prize-winning masterwork of honor and injustice in the deep South—and the heroism of one man in the face of blind and violent hatredOne of the most cherished stories of all time, To Kill a Mockingbird has been translated into mo...

This is the 2026 edition. Fully updated in autumn 2025.A practical, no-nonsense guide to walking the Camino de Santiago (Camino Francés) with information about pilgrim hostels and services plus lots of background information about the history, culture and architecture of the places you will pass through.It covers the Camino from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Santiago de Compostela and onwards to the coast at Finisterre and Muxia.This g...

Our illustrated travel guide will take you to Machu Picchu in Peru. This UNESCO World Heritage site is often referred to as "The Lost City of the Incas" and is one of the most famous and spectacular sets of ruins in the world - a visit to South America would not be complete without it. Also included are the neighbouring towns of Cuzco and Aguas Calientes and the famous hike to Machu Piccu (The Inca Trail). Finding Internet access when out and about can ...

Our illustrated travel guide will take you to Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina. This beautiful city is often referred to as the “Paris of South America”.Buenos Aires is a major Latin American tourist attraction and offers a large choice of cultural events, nightlife, restaurants (with the largest steaks in the world) and pubs. It’s the home to two of the world’s most famous football teams (La Boca and River Plate).Buenos Aires is well known for the exotic, sensuous Ta...

If like me you are a bit tired of the ethnocentric social commentary that seems to come with certain well known guidebooks then you could do worse than try this one. Simple to use well written and accurate I found it invaluable and couldn't fault any of its recommendations nor descriptions. -- Yurt (Amazon reviewer). Turkey is so diverse it could almost be described as a continent rather than a country. The Mediterranean coastal area is one of the most beautiful anywhere. This is the main ...

Our illustrated travel guide will take you to Lisbon, Portugal.The capital of Portugal, Lisbon (Portuguese: Lisboa) has experienced a renaissance in recent years, with a contemporary culture that is alive and thriving and making its mark in today's Europe. Perched on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, Lisbon is one of the rare Western European cities that face the ocean and uses water as an element that defines the city.Lisbon enchants travelers with its white bleached limesto...

Footprintfocus Santander and Picos de Europa is the only dedicated guide available covering this popular Spanish region. Features an Essentials section with practical tips to help plan a trip, detailed information on attractions and comprehensive listings of where to eat, sleep and have fun.• Essentials section with tips on getting there and around• Up-to-date recommendations of great places to stay and eat• Highlights map of the region plus detailed street maps whe...

This is the official Holiday FM Guide to Dubai. This handy bitesize guide gives you everything you might want for the ideal trip to the big city. Background information about the history of the City will hopefully give you a better understanding of its origins and make your visit more enjoyable. Get local information about the must see sightseeing places to visit to help make your trip amazing and memorable. The guide also covers tips on where to eat and drink and what to expect the weath...

Updated in November 2025 the 2026 edition of the Vía de la Plata guide is now available.The guide contains the following information:Pilgrim hostels and other accommodation on or close to the CaminoServices in the towns and villages (shops, restaurants, pharmacies, banks, etc.)Route descriptions and exact distances and ascents / descents (including for variants)Ov...