The Rough Guide to Portugal (Travel Guide eBook)

The Rough Guide to Portugal (Travel Guide eBook)

Author: Rough Guides

Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited

Published: 2019-11-01

Total Pages: 760

ISBN-13: 1789196434

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World-renowned 'tell it like it is' guidebook Discover Portugal with this comprehensive, entertaining, 'tell it like it is' Rough Guide, packed with comprehensive practical information and our experts' honest and independent recommendations. Whether you plan to walk the Rota Vicentina, explore wine lodges in Porto, hop on a vintage Lisbon tram or relax on the glorious Algarve coast, The Rough Guide to Portugal will help you discover the best places to explore, sleep, eat, drink and shop along the way. Features of The Rough Guide to Portugal: - Detailed regional coverage: provides in-depth practical information for each step of all kinds of trip, from intrepid off-the-beaten-track adventures, to chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas. Regions covered include: Porto, Monsaraz, the Algarve, Lisbon, Estremadura and the Douro Valley. - Honest independent reviews: written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, and recommendations you can truly trust, our writers will help you get the most from your trip to Portugal. - Meticulous mapping: always full-colour, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys. Find your way around the Serra de Estrela, the Alentejo and many more locations without needing to get online. - Fabulous full-colour photography: features a richness of inspirational colour photography, including the charming walled medieval town of Óbidos and the romantic, colourful Porto riverfront. - Things not to miss: Rough Guides' rundown of the best sights and top experiences, including the hilltop retreat of Sintra, Lisbon's scrumptious pastéis de Belém, the surf-lashed coast of Rota Vicentina, and the lagoons of Aveiro. - Itineraries: carefully planned routes will help you organise your trip, and inspire and inform your on-the-road experiences. - Basics section: packed with essential pre-departure information including getting there, getting around, accommodation, food and drink, health, the media, festivals, sports and outdoor activities, culture and etiquette, shopping and more. - Background information: comprehensive Contexts chapter provides fascinating insights into Portugal, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary. About Rough Guides: Rough Guides have been inspiring travellers for over 35 years, with over 30 million copies sold globally. Synonymous with practical travel tips, quality writing and a trustworthy 'tell it like it is' ethos, the Rough Guides list includes more than 260 travel guides to 120+ destinations, gift-books and phrasebooks.


The Rough Guide to Central America on a Budget

The Rough Guide to Central America on a Budget

Author: Rough Guides

Publisher: Rough Guides UK

Published: 2015-11-02

Total Pages: 911

ISBN-13: 0241250579

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This new, fully updated edition of The Rough Guide to Central America on a Budget is the ultimate guide to the region, covering all seven Central American countries in depth with Rough Guides' unique tell-it-like-it-is style. Rough Guides' intrepid authors have climbed up Mayan monuments, braved chicken buses and hiked through jungle to give you advice on what to see, how to budget and when to splurge, while the language section gives you enough Spanish to make some new friends or simply order an ice-cold cerveza. Whether you want to go wildlife-spotting in Costa Rica's cloudforests, try volcano-boarding in Nicaragua, feel insignificant among Guatemala's Maya citadels or even all of the above, The Rough Guide to Central America on a Budget has you covered. Includes: Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, El Salvador, Guatemala and Belize.


The Rough Guide to Portugal

The Rough Guide to Portugal

Author: Mark Ellingham

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Published: 2007-04-05

Total Pages: 1642

ISBN-13: 1843537389

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A handbook to Portugal, one of Europe's most beautiful countries. From the wine lodges of Porto and the famous resorts of the Algarve to Lisbon's vibrant nightlife and the historic city of Evora, this guide captures Portugal's highlights in a full colour introduction.


The Rough Guide to First-Time Europe (Travel Guide eBook)

The Rough Guide to First-Time Europe (Travel Guide eBook)

Author: Rough Guides

Publisher: Rough Guides UK

Published: 2016-02-01

Total Pages: 437

ISBN-13: 0241258316

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You can get to Europe, even travel around it, without help. But without a little pre-trip planning, you'll make mistakes - wasting both time and money. The Rough Guide to First-Time Europe gives you the tools you need to get the best out of your trip, whatever your time frame and budget. There are expert tips on every aspect of travelling around Europe, from how to pick up free accommodation to how to earn money when you're on the move. Beyond budgeting advice, the guide also includes practical suggestions on how to enrich your experience abroad, from volunteering opportunities to picking travel companions. Finally, the fully illustrated Where to Go section gives you vivid, concise profiles of more than thirty countries in Europe, with a rundown of the main attractions and festivals, plus maps and advice on when to visit. Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to First-Time Europe.


Pocket Rough Guide Lisbon (Travel Guide eBook)

Pocket Rough Guide Lisbon (Travel Guide eBook)

Author: Rough Guides

Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited

Published: 2023-11-01

Total Pages: 183

ISBN-13: 1839057831

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This compact, practical and entertaining travel guide to Lisbon will help you discover the best of the destination. Our slim, trim treasure trove of trustworthy travel information is ideal for travellers on short trips. It covers all the key sights such as Castelo de São Jorge and Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, restaurants, shops, cafes and bars, plus inspired ideas for day-trips, with honest independent recommendations from expert authors. This Lisbon guide book has been fully updated post-COVID-19. The Pocket Rough Guide LISBON covers: the Baixa and Rossio, the Sé, Castelo and Alfama, Chiado and Cais do Sodré, Bairro Alto and São Bento, Estrela, Lapa and Santos, Alcântara and the docks, Belém and Ajuda, Avenida, Parque Eduardo VII and the Gulbenkian, Parque das Nações, Sintra and the Lisbon Coast. Inside this guide book to Lisbon you will find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Lisbon, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Alfama, to family activities in child-friendly places like Caparica, or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Ajuda. INCISIVE AREA-BY-AREA OVERVIEWS Covering Baixa, the Sé, Alfamo, and more, the practical Places section of this Lisbon travel guide provides all you need to know about must-see sights and the best places to eat, drink, sleep and shop. TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES The routes suggested by Rough Guides' expert writers cover top attractions like Castelo de São Jorge and Mosteiro dos Jerónimos and hidden gems like Museu Calouste Gulbenkian and Praça do Comércio. DAY-TRIPS Venture further afield to Sintra or the Lisbon Coast. This travel guide to Lisbon tells you why to go, how to get there, and what to see when you arrive. HONEST INDEPENDENT REVIEWS Written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, our expert writers will help you make the most of your trip to Lisbon. COMPACT FORMAT Packed with pertinent practical information, this Lisbon guide book is a convenient companion when you're out and about exploring Torre de Belém. HANDY PULL-OUT MAP With every major sight and listing highlighted, the pull-out map of our Lisbon travel guide makes on-the-ground navigation easy. ATTRACTIVE USER-FRIENDLY DESIGN Features fresh magazine-style layout, inspirational colour photography and colour-coded maps throughout. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Includes invaluable background information on how to get to Lisbon, getting around, health guidance, tourist information, festivals and events, plus an A-Z directory and a handy language section and glossary.


Pocket Rough Guide Porto: Travel Guide eBook

Pocket Rough Guide Porto: Travel Guide eBook

Author: Rough Guides

Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited

Published: 2024-01-01

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13: 1835290310

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This compact, pocket-sized Porto travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips and those trying to make the most of Porto. It’s light, easily portable and comes equipped with a pull-out map. This Porto guidebook covers: Ribeira, Baixa, Vila Nova de Gaia, The Sé, Aliados, Miragaia, Massarelos, Boavista, Vila do Conde. Inside this Porto travel book you will find: Curated recommendations of places – main attractions, off-the-beaten-track adventures, child-friendly family activities, chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas Things not to miss in Porto – Ribeira, Palácio da Bolsa, Ponte de Dom Luís I, Vila Nova de Gaia’s historic wine lodges, São Bento, Torre dos Clérigos, Boat ride under Porto’s six bridges, Foz do Douro, Livraria Lello, Jardim do Palácio De Cristal, Casa da Música, Fundação Serralves Ready-made itineraries samples – created for different time frames or types of trip Porto at a glance – an overview map of Porto with key areas and short descriptions of what you’ll find there Day trips – extra information for those on longer breaks or wanting to venture further afield Practical travel tips – information on how to get there and around, health guidance, tourist information, festivals and events, plus an A–Z directory Handy language section – themed basic vocabulary for greetings, numbers and food and drink Independent reviews – honest descriptions of places to eat, drink or stay, written by our expert authors Accommodation – handy reference guide to a range of hotels for different budgets Pull-out map – easy to extract folded map with places to see marked What’s new – a short overview of the changes in Porto in recent years for repeat travellers Fully updated post-COVID-19 The guide is a perfect companion both ahead of your trip and on the ground. It gives you a distinct taste of Porto with a concise edit of all the information you’ll need.


The Rough Guide to Canada (Travel Guide eBook)

The Rough Guide to Canada (Travel Guide eBook)

Author: Rough Guides

Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited

Published: 2019-09-01

Total Pages: 1315

ISBN-13: 1789196310

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World-renowned 'tell it like it is' guidebook Discover Canada with this comprehensive, entertaining, 'tell it like it is' Rough Guide, packed with comprehensive practical information and our experts' honest and independent recommendations. Whether you plan to do snowboarding in Whistler, go whale-watching off the spectacular coasts, hike through the Canadian Rockies, or marvel at the Niagara Falls, The Rough Guide to Canada will help you discover the best places to explore, sleep, eat, drink and shop along the way. Features of The Rough Guide to Canada: - Detailed regional coverage: provides in-depth practical information for each step of all kinds of trip, from intrepid off-the-beaten-track adventures, to chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas. Regions covered include: Toronto, Ontario, Montreal, Quebec, Newfoundland and Labrador, the Prairie Provinces, the Maritime Provinces, the Canadian Rockies, the BC interior, Vancouver and the North. - Honest independent reviews: written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, and recommendations you can truly trust, our writers will help you get the most from your trip to Canada. - Meticulous mapping: always full-colour, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys. Find your way around Quebec, Newfoundland and many more locations without needing to get online. - Fabulous full-colour photography: features a richness of inspirational colour photography, including the atmospheric Helmcken Falls in British Columbia and dramatic Hopewell Rocks coastline in Nova Scotia. - Things not to miss: Rough Guides' rundown of the Canadian Rockies, Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal's best sights and top experiences. - Itineraries: carefully planned routes will help you organise your trip, and inspire and inform your on-the-road experiences. - Basics section: packed with essential pre-departure information including getting there, getting around, accommodation, food and drink, health, the media, festivals, sports and outdoor activities, culture and etiquette, shopping and more. - Background information: comprehensive Contexts chapter provides fascinating insights into Canada, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary About Rough Guides: Rough Guides have been inspiring travellers for over 35 years, with over 30 million copies sold globally. Synonymous with practical travel tips, quality writing and a trustworthy 'tell it like it is' ethos, the Rough Guides list includes more than 260 travel guides to 120+ destinations, gift-books and phrasebooks.


The Mini Rough Guide to Madeira (Travel Guide eBook)

The Mini Rough Guide to Madeira (Travel Guide eBook)

Author: Rough Guides

Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited

Published: 2022-08-01

Total Pages: 219

ISBN-13: 1839058269

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This pocket-sized guide is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering what to do, what to see and how to get around Madeira. It covers top attractions like Funchal, Monte, Jardim Botânico and Pico do Arieiro, as well as hidden gems, including Curral das Freiras, São Vicente and Ponta do Pargo. This will save you time and enhance your exploration of this fascinating country. This Mini Rough Guide to Madeira covers: Funchal, Funchal Old Town, Monte, Curral das Freiras, Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão, Ribeira Brava, Ponta do Sol, Calheta, São Vicente, Quinta do Palheiro, Porto Moniz, Pico do Arieiro, Ribeiro Frio, Santana, Machico, Ponta de São Lourenço, Porto Santo In this travel guide you will find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Madeira, from cultural explorations in Funchal to family activities in child-friendly places, like Parque Temático do Madeira or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Porto Santo. TOP TEN ATTRACTIONS Covers the destination's top ten attractions not to miss, including Jardim Botânico, Palácio de São Lourenço, Cabo Girão and a Perfect Day itinerary suggestions COMPACT FORMAT Compact, concise, and packed with essential information, with a sharp design and colour-coded sections, this is the perfect on-the-move companion when you're exploring Madeira HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS Includes an insightful overview of landscape, history and culture WHAT TO DO Detailed description of entertainment, shopping, nightlife, festivals and events, and children's activities PRACTICAL MAPS Handy colour maps on the inside cover flaps will help you find your way around PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATION Practical information on Eating Out, including a handy glossary and detailed restaurant listings, as well as a comprehensive A-Z of travel tips on everything from getting around to health and tourist information. STRIKING PICTURES Inspirational colour photography throughout


The Mini Rough Guide to Porto (Travel Guide eBook)

The Mini Rough Guide to Porto (Travel Guide eBook)

Author: Rough Guides

Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited

Published: 2022-11-15

Total Pages: 211

ISBN-13: 1839058986

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This pocket-sized travel guide to Porto is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering what to do, what to see and how to get around Porto. It covers top attractions like Torre Dos Clerigos, Port Wine Cellars, The Se, Igreja de Sao Francisco, Palacio da Bolsa, Jardim do Palacio de Cristal or City of Bridges. Our Porto guide book will save you time, and enhance your exploration of this fascinating city. This Porto travel guide has been fully updated post-COVID-19. This Mini Rough Guide to Porto covers: Ribeira, the Se, Baixa, Miragaia and Massarelos, Boavista and Serralves, Vila Nova de Gaia. In this guide book to Porto you will find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Porto, from cultural explorations in Baixa to family activities in child-friendly places, like World of Discoveries, Sea Life and Jardim do Palácio de Cristal or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas like Cais da Ribeira TOP TEN ATTRACTIONS This Porto travel guide covers the destination's top ten attractions not to miss, including Torre dos Clerigos, Port Wine Cellars, Serralves, City of Bridges, Estacao de Sao Bento, Lello, Jardim do Palacio de Cristal and a Perfect Day itinerary suggestions. COMPACT FORMAT Compact, concise, and packed with essential information, with a sharp design and colour-coded sections, this guide book to Porto is the perfect on-the-move companion when you're exploring Porto. HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS Includes an insightful overview of landscape, history and culture. WHAT TO DO Detailed description of entertainment, shopping, nightlife, festivals and events, and children's activities. PRACTICAL MAPS Handy colour maps on the inside cover flaps of this travel guide to Porto will help you find your way around. PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATION Practical information on eating out, including a handy glossary and detailed restaurant listings, as well as a comprehensive A-Z of travel tips on everything from getting around to health and tourist information. STRIKING PICTURES Inspirational colour photography throughout.


The Rough Guide to Europe on a Budget (Travel Guide eBook)

The Rough Guide to Europe on a Budget (Travel Guide eBook)

Author: Rough Guides

Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited

Published: 2022-07-01

Total Pages: 1797

ISBN-13: 1839052813

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The Rough Guide to Europe on a Budget is the definitive guide to making the most of this great region without breaking the bank. Backpackers, career-breakers, gap-year travellers and those who simply want more bang for their buck will find in-depth information catering to their needs, with in-depth, area-by-area comprehensive listings covering the whole Europe. The Rough Guide toEurope on a budget covers: Albania, Austria, Belgium & Luxembourg, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia, Montenegro, Morocco, The Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and Ukraine. Inside this travel guide you'll find: INFORMATION FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Practical information for budget-conscious explorations of Europe, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Berlin to city breaks in big-hitting tourist areas, like Paris. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Packed with essential pre-departure information including all relevant country entry requirements, how to get around, health guidance, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, tips for travellers with disabilities and more. TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES Carefully planned routes around different regions, which help inspire and inform your on-the-road experiences. Whether you have a week, 10 days or more, our suggested itineraries will help you make the most of your trip in Europe within your time frame. DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE Combined with in-depth descriptions of all the key sights and painstakingly researched recommendations for the best hostels, hotels, campsites, cafés, restaurants, bars and clubs in Poland, Portugal, Spain, Finland and many more - The Rough Guide to Europe on a Budget reveals the continent in all its glory, without breaking the bank. DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options. INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for wild swimming, hiking or exploring beaches, cafés and bars. HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS Written by our expert authors with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, this budget guide to Europe will help you make the most of your trip to Europe. FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Parthenon in Greece and the spectacular Duomo in Florence. METICULOUS MAPPING Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys. Find your way around Budapest, Rome and many more locations in Europe without needing to go online. HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS Rough Guides' rundown of London, Berlin, Paris, Florence's best sights and top experiences will help you make the most of your trip to Europe even if time is short. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Each country chapter provides a fascinating overview of the place's history, plus there is a handy language section for each tongue spoken.