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Here is a sampling of travel guides from the popular "DK Eyewitness" series. To find more to browse, just search the series name in APPsearch or the library catalog.
DK Eyewitness Spain by
Your journey starts here. Featuring DK's much-loved maps and illustrations, walks and information, plus all new, full-colour photography, this 100% updated guide to Spain brings you the best of this sensational country in a brand-new, lightweight format.
Be More Japan by
Whether you're dreaming about your first journey, revisiting the trip of a lifetime or simply in love with all things Japan, Be More Japan will transport you to this fascinating country. Dive into the thrilling and serene world of Shinto monks, street food vendors, anime characters, Okinawan centenarians, technological innovators, J-Pop megastars, ancient philosophers, onsen dwellers and so many more. There are so many ways to fall in love with Japan. It's home to one of the world's most unique cultures: a perfectly balanced celebration of past traditions; the vibrancy of now and the need to look fearlessly into the future. From architecture to martial arts; from ramen to robots; kawaii to Kusama; ikigai to ikebana; towering skyscrapers to shrines - Be More Japan uncovers the art and creativity behind modern Japanese living through its kaleidoscope of contrasting places, people and practices. With beautiful design throughout and with each page alive with facts, history and inspiration, Be More Japan invites you to absorb a little Japanese wisdom into your daily life.
DK Eyewitness Cuba by
Tour Havana, Cuba's vibrant capital; explore dramatic mountain scenery; or laze on stunning beaches- everything you need to know is clearly laid out within colour-coded chapters. Discover the best of Cuba with this indispensable travel guide. Inside DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Cuba- - Over 30 colour maps help you navigate with ease - Simple layout makes it easy to find the information you need - Comprehensive tours and itineraries of Cuba, designed for every interest and budget - Illustrations and floorplans show in detail the Museo de la Revoluci n, Capitolio, Jardin Botanico Soledad and more - Colour photographs of Cuba's stunning landscape, pristine beaches, colourful capital, coastal towns and more - Detailed chapters, with area maps, cover Havana - La Habana Vieja, Centro Habana and Prado, Vedado and Plazo, and beyond the city - and western, central and eastern Cuba - Historical and cultural context gives you a richer travel experience- learn about Cuba's complex history, art and architecture, music, dance and literature, festivals, famous cigars, and more - Essential travel tips including our expert choices of where to stay, eat, shop and sightsee, plus useful phrases, visa and health information DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Cuba is a detailed, easy-to-use guide designed to help you get the most from your visit to Cuba. DK Eyewitness- Silver award-winner in the Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards for Guidebook Series 2018. "No other guide whets your appetite quite like this one" - The Independent Planning a shorter break? Try our DK Eyewitness Top 10 Cuba guide. About DK Eyewitness Travel- DK's highly visual Eyewitness guides show you what others only tell you, with easy-to-read maps, tips and tours to inform and enrich your holiday. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.
DK Eyewitness Florence and Tuscany by
Visit Michelangelo's David at the Galleria dell'Accademia, marvel at Siena's tiger-striped Duomo, or eat and drink your way around the wine villages and estates of Chianti- everything you need to know is clearly laid out within colour-coded chapters. Discover the best of Florence and Tuscany with this indispensable travel guide. Inside DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Florence and Tuscany- - Over 35 colour maps, plus a large-scale pull-out map of Florence, help you navigate with ease - Simple layout makes it easy to find the information you need - Comprehensive tours and itineraries of Florence and Tuscany designed for every interest and budget - Illustrations and floor plans show in detail the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Ponte Vecchio, Santa Croce, Siena's Duomo and more - Colour photographs of Tuscany's rolling hills, medieval towns, iconic architecture, scenic coastline and more - Detailed chapters, with area maps, cover Florence's city centre and Oltrarno, and north, south, east, and west Tuscany, including Pisa, Livorno, Volterra, Lucca, Cortona, San Gimignano, Monteriggioni and Siena - Historical and cultural context gives you a richer travel experience- learn about the region's art and architecture, beautiful landscape, festivals, events and more - Essential travel tips- our expert choices of where to stay, eat, shop and sightsee, plus useful phrases and travel, visa and health information DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Florence and Tuscany is a detailed, easy-to-use guide designed to help you get the most from your visit to Florence and Tuscany. DK Eyewitness- Silver award winner in the Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards for Guidebook Series 2018. "No other guide whets your appetite quite like this one." -The Independent Planning a city break? Try our DK Eyewitness Travel Top 10 Florence and Tuscany. About DK Eyewitness Travel- DK's highly visual Eyewitness guides show you what others only tell you, with easy-to-read maps, tips, and tours to inform and enrich your journey. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in more than 120 countries.
DK Eyewitness Norway by
Explore Oslo's excellent museums and enjoy the lively waterfront area, tour Norway's spectacular Fjords, delight in a remarkable train journey on the steeply winding Fl msbanen line, visit stave churches in Lom, Gudbrandsdalen and L rdal, and see the Northern Lights- everything you need to know is clearly laid out within colour-coded chapters. Discover the best of Norway with this indispensable travel guide. Inside DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Norway- - Over 20 colour maps, plus an Oslo transport map, help you navigate with ease - Simple layout makes it easy to find the information you need - Comprehensive tours and itineraries of Norway, designed for every interest and budget - Illustrations and floorplans show the inside of Nasjonalgalleriet, R dhuset, Vikingskipshuset, Akershus Festning, Borgund Stavkirke and more - Colour photographs of Norway's fjords, stave churches, harbours and museums - Detailed chapters, with area maps, cover Oslo, Oslofjorden, Eastern Norway, S rlandet and Telemark, Vestlandet, Tr ndelag, and Northern Norway and Svalbard - Historical and cultural context gives you a richer travel experience- learn about Norway's history, festivals, values and traditions - Experience the culture with features on Norwegian fjords, Bunad (National Day) and skiing - Essential travel tips- our expert choices of where to stay, eat, shop and sightsee, plus useful phrases, visa and health information DK Eyewitness- Silver award-winner in the Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards for Guidebook Series 2018. . "No other guide whets your appetite quite like this one" - The Independent On a tour of Europe? Try our DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Europe. About DK Eyewitness Travel- DK's highly visual Eyewitness guides show you what others only tell you, with easy-to-read maps, tips, and tours to inform and enrich your holiday. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.
DK Eyewitness Scotland by
Discover Scotland with this essential travel guide, designed to help you create your own unique trip and to transport you to this amazing country before you've even packed your case - walk the Royal Mile during the world-famous Edinburgh Festival, explore the remote Isle of Skye, or tackle Scotland's scenic glens and rugged mountains. - Gorgeous, all-new colour photography so you can imagine yourself there - Reasons to love Scotland - majestic landscapes, highland culture, fine food and whisky - what will yours be? - See Scotland from a different angle - 28 pages of fresh ideas for exploring this spectacular country - A year-long calendar of events in Scotland gives a selection of local celebrations and festivals for all seasons - Expert advice covers the practical stuff- get ready, get around and stay safe - Detailed, colour maps help you navigate the country with ease - Expert tips to make memories that last - where to snap and share the perfect photo, take in stunning views and escape the crowds - The most authentic places to stay, eat, drink and shop - Easy-to-follow walks and itineraries take you on a tour of each area, with plenty of eat and drink stops en route - Hand-drawn illustrations show the inside of the must-see attractions, including Edinburgh Castle, Stirling Castle and Culzean Castle - Covers Edinburgh; Glasgow; Southern Scotland; Central and Northeast Scotland; the Highlands and Islands DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Scotland is a detailed, easy-to-use guide designed to help you create your own unique trip. Or a shorter trip? Try our DK Eyewitness Top 10 Scotland
DK Eyewitness South Africa by
Your journey starts here. We've reimagined and updated our iconic DK Eyewitness travel guides. This brand new South Africa guide, now in a lightweight format, has been expertly curated with all new photography plus DK's much-loved illustrations and maps. - Gorgeous, all-new colour photography so you can imagine yourself there - Reasons to love South Africa- world-class museums, the magnificent Table Mountain, getting up close to amazing wildlife on a safari - what will yours be? - See South Africa from a different angle- lots of fresh ideas for exploring the city - A fully illustrated and detailed field guide to South Africa's incredible wildlife - A year-long calendar of events in South Africa gives a selection of local events and festivals for all seasons - Expert advice covers the practical stuff- get ready, get around and stay safe - Detailed colour maps help you navigate the country with ease - Expert tips to make memories that last - where to snap and share the perfect photo, take in stunning views and escape the crowds - The most authentic places to stay, eat, drink and shop - Easy-to-follow walks and itineraries take you on a tour of each area, with plenty of food and drink stops en route. - Hand-drawn illustrations highlight the must-see attractions, including the Castle of Good Hope, Boschendal Manor House and the V&A Waterfront. - Covers Cape Town; The Western Cape and Southern Cape; The East Coast and Interior; Gauteng, Limpopo and Mpumalanga; and The Arid Interior. Planning a shorter break? Try our Top 10 Cape Town and the Winelands. About DK Eyewitness Travel- For 25 years, DK's beautifully practical Eyewitness guides have been combining inspiring ideas and expert advice with easy-to-read maps and vivid photography to inform and enrich your holiday. In 2018 the Eyewitness series was relaunched with a stunning new look that you will love even more. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.
DK Eyewitness Switzerland by
Discover Switzerland with this essential travel guide, designed to help you create your own unique trip and to transport you to this beautiful country before you've even packed your case - marvel at the iconic Matterhorn, explore the fascinating art galleries and museums of Basel or stroll around the historic town of Lausanne on Lake Geneva. The DK Eyewitness Guide to Switzerland covers the must-see sights and the hidden backstreets, so you won't miss a thing. Gorgeous, all-new colour photography so you can imagine yourself there Reasons to love Switzerland- natural wonders, rural traditions and world-class skiing - what will yours be? See Switzerland from a different angle - 14 pages of fresh ideas for exploring this spectacular country A year-long calendar of events in Switzerland gives a selection of local events and festivals for all seasons Expert advice covers the practical stuff- get ready, get around and stay safe Over 10 detailed, colour maps help you navigate the country with ease Expert tips to make memories that last - where to snap and share the perfect photo, take in stunning views and escape the crowds The most authentic places to stay, eat, drink and shop Easy-to-follow walks and itineraries take you on a tour of each area, with plenty of eat and drink stops en route Hand-drawn illustrations show the inside of the must-see attractions, including the impressive Cathedrale Saint-Pierre, Bern's masterpiece-filled Kunstmuseum and the enchanting Ch teau de Chillon Covers Bern, Mittlelland; Bernese Oberland and Valais; Geneva; Western Switzerland; Northern Switzerland; Z rich; Eastern Switzerland and Graub nden; and Central Switzerland and Ticino DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Switzerland is a detailed, easy-to-use guide designed to help you create your own unique trip. About DK Eyewitness Travel- For 25 years, DK's beautifully practical Eyewitness guides have been combining inspiring ideas and expert advice with easy-to-read maps and vivid photography to inform and enrich your holiday. Now they have a stunning new look that you will love even more. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.
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