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Dubai Travel Guide

Dubai Travel Guide

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Dubai is a golden nugget set along the Persian Gulf. What was once just a small fishing village has now become an oasis in the desert, a diverse tourist destination and the world’s fastest growing city. Whether you are looking for history and culture, fabulous shopping, a relaxing time at the beach, a camel ride, an afternoon of dune bashing or even an indoor ski slope, Dubai is ready to please.  Table of Contents: Dubai - Culture of the United Arab Emirates - Location & Orientation - Bur Dubai - Deira - Jumeirah - Climate & When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Al Ahmadiya School - Bastakiya - Burj Al Arab - Burj Khalifa - Dhow Wharfage - Dubai Camel Race Course - Dubai Fountain - Dubai Museum - Dune Bashing (Desert Safari) - Gold Souk - Grand Mosque - Heritage House - Jumeirah Beach Park - Jumeirah Mosque - Majlis Ghorfat Um Al Sheef House - Shri Nathje Jayate Temple - Ski Dubai - Spice Souk - Textile Souk - Wild Wadi Water Park - Other Places of Interest - Tours, Trips & Cruises - City Tours - Guided Tours - Cruises - Trips Outside Dubai - Abu Dhabi - Hatta - Oman - Sharjah - Brief History of Dubai - Early History - 3rd to 7th Century - 8th to 18th Century - 19th Century - 20th Century - Transportation - Visa Information - Arrivals - Getting into the City - Getting Around the City - Recommendations for the Budget Traveler - Places to Stay - Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa - Flora Grand Hotel - Majestic Hotel Tower Dubai - Riviera Hotel Dubai   - Winchester Grand Hotel Apartments - Places to Eat & Drink - Bastakiah Nights - China Club - India House - Shahrzad - Yakitori - Places to Shop - Burjuman Mall - Dubai Mall - Ibn Battuta Mall - Mall of the Emirates - Mercato Mall - Practical Information - Currency - Events & Festivals in Dubai - Internet Access - National Holidays - Telephone Area Codes - Time Zone

I segreti di Istanbul

I segreti di Istanbul

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Per dieci secoli Costantinopoli è stata l'altra Roma. Poi, in una giornata di primavera del 1453, tutto è cambiato. Roma s'inabissava, nasceva Istanbul. Una città eterna, prodigiosa, inquieta. Un luogo del mondo dove è possibile incrociare le storie di imperatrici belle e crudeli, di sultani folli e saggi, di schiave e avventurieri. Storie piccole e grandissime ritrovate e raccontate da un autore capace, come raramente accade, di fondere in un unico sguardo sapere e meraviglia. «Il modo migliore per arrivare a Istanbul sarebbe attraversando lentamente il Mar di Marmara fino a veder apparire une incomparable silhouette de ville...». Questo libro è il racconto, potremmo forse dire il romanzo di Istanbul. Protagonista è una città eterna, prodigiosa, una città incarnata nelle sue stesse rovine. A comporne la trama sono le storie degli uomini e delle donne che l'hanno fondata, vissuta, abbandonata: storie piccole e insieme grandissime; a tenerle insieme sono le parole di un autore capace, come raramente accade, di fondere in un unico sguardo sapere e meraviglia. Per secoli Bisanzio, Costantinopoli, Istanbul, è stata una meta ricercata, talvolta fraintesa, altre volte amata, sempre guardata con stupore già dalla prima apparizione del suo straordinario profilo contro il cielo d'Oriente. Quel crescente di luna, che non a caso figura sulla bandiera della Repubblica turca, è - e insieme non è - la stessa luna che possiamo vedere in un qualunque cielo notturno europeo. Come il particolare profumo della città, i suoni, i richiami dei marinai, le luci riflesse sono - e non sono - le stesse di un porto del nostro continente. A renderli diversi è quella sensazione indefinita, quel contorno avvolgente, che una volta si chiamava «esotismo» e che ancora sopravvive. Senza sottrarsi al fascino di quell'esotismo, Augias ne solleva con garbo il velo per scoprire la sostanza piú autentica della città, quella che il turista non sempre può o sa cogliere. E lo fa esplorando, indagando e raccontando le storie, i luoghi, le leggende della città. Storie di imperatrici bellissime e crudeli, di sultani capaci di molta saggezza e di altrettanta follia, di avventurieri, di sognatori, di schiave che diventano regine. Storie che restituiscono significato a spazi apparentemente vuoti, che cuciono insieme eventi lontanissimi nel tempo e nella geografia: Istanbul, Roma, Parigi. Ma la capacità seduttiva di Istanbul non dipende solo dalle tracce del suo passato: ha anche molto a che fare con il suo caos, la sporcizia, il fumo, le crepe, i detriti. Con la scelta, continuamente rimandata, di una vera, definitiva appartenenza. Di questa città inquieta - uno dei non molti posti che hanno contribuito a dare al mondo un destino -, Augias ci racconta il grande passato e l'enigmatico presente, trasmettendo al lettore quel senso di incantamento che ha caratterizzato il suo primo incontro con la città e che si è rinnovato a ogni visita successiva. I segreti di Istanbul è anche questo: la storia di un innamoramento improvviso e di una continua stupefatta scoperta.

DK Eyewitness New Zealand

DK Eyewitness New Zealand

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Whether you're seeking your next adrenaline-fix, the best place to taste traditional Maori cuisine, or the perfect geothermal pool to unwind in, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that New Zealand has to offer.An explosion of dramatic scenery, this far-flung Pacific island has it all: mammoth mountains, icy-blue glacial lakes, unspoiled coastlines, idyllic vineyards and cool, cultural cities. From the subtropical kauri forests of the North Island to the remote fjords of the South Island, New Zealand offers countless opportunities for adventure.Our updated guide brings New Zealand to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the country's iconic buildings and neighborhoods. DK Eyewitness New Zealand is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime. Inside DK Eyewitness New Zealand you will find: - A fully-illustrated top experiences guide: our expert pick of New Zealand's must-sees and hidden gems- Accessible itineraries to make the most out of each and every day- Expert advice: honest recommendations for getting around safely, when to visit each sight, what to do before you visit, and how to save time and money- Color-coded chapters to every part New Zealand, from Northland to Southland, the Auckland to Canterbury- Practical tips: the best places to eat, drink, shop and stay- Detailed maps and walks to help you navigate the region country easily and confidently - Covers: The North Island, Auckland, Northland, The Central North Island, Wellington and the South, Marlborough and Nelson, Canterbury and the West Coast, Otago and Southland.Travelling around Oceania? Look out for our DK Eyewitness Australia.About DK Eyewitness: At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion.

Discover New Zealand Travel Guide

Discover New Zealand Travel Guide

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Lonely Planet: The world’s number one travel guide publisher* Lonely Planet’s Discover New Zealand is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Take the plunge with a bungy jump in Queenstown, sip fine sauvignon blanc in Marlborough and craft been in Nelson, and watch the iconic Mitre Peak appear through the mist in Milford Sound—all with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of New Zealand and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet’s Discover New Zealand: • Full-color maps and images throughout • Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests • Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots • Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices • Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss • Cultural insights provide a richer, more rewarding travel experience - covering history, art, architecture, politics, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, customs, etiquette • Over 70 color maps  • Covers Auckland, Bay of Islands, Coromandel Peninsula, Waikato, King Country, Rotorua, Taupo, Tongariro National Park, Wellington, Marlborough, Nelson, Christchurch, Queenstown, Fiordland, and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s Discover New Zealand is filled with inspiring and colorful photos, and focuses on New Zealand’s most popular attractions for those wanting to experience the best of the best.   Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet’s New Zealand for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer. eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) • Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges • Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews • Add notes to personalize your guidebook experience • Seamlessly flip between pages • Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash • Embedded links to recommendations’ websites • Zoom-in maps and images  • Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet, and Charles Rawlings-Way, Brett Atkinson, Andrew Bain, Peter Dragicevich, Samantha Forge, Anita Isalska, Sofia Levin About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You’ll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, eBooks, and more.   TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 winner in Favorite Travel Guide category ‘Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.’ – New York Times ‘Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.’ – Fairfax Media (Australia) *Source: Nielsen BookScan: Australia, UK, USA, 5/2016-4/2017

L’isola pianeta

L’isola pianeta

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Per anni, quando i suoi viaggi erano soprattutto quelli dell’autobus romano 60, da via Nomentana a piazza San Silvestro, Manganelli coltivò un sogno temerario: spingersi fino alle isole Fær Øer. Nel 1978, vincendo timori e angosce, con una valigia munita di tutto quanto a un frequent flyer non potrebbe che apparire inessenziale – un Dickens come amuleto e «blande mani chimiche» che sappiano confortare nei momenti difficili –, lo scrittore partì alla volta dell’arcaica Islanda, prima tappa della sua incursione nel grande Nord. L’esito è un reportage indimenticabile, che suscita nel lettore euforia e insieme turbamento: lo sguardo di Manganelli sembra infatti misteriosamente capace di svelare la segreta essenza dell’«isola pianeta», dove il mondo fisico – simile a un gigantesco cadavere pietrificato – è preumano, folle, criptico, quasi appartenesse alla «misteriosa araldica delle origini», e ispira dunque sgomento e paura; dove la solitudine è l’esperimento di «una infinita prigione senza via d’uscita», di una «perdita irreparabile»; dove l’ultima tribù europea, chiusa nel forziere di una lingua infrangibile, offre asilo agli indovini e alle fate. E un paesaggio sognato e folto di simboli è anche quello delle isole Fær Øer, finalmente visitate nel 1983: terra, come disse Auden a proposito dell’Islanda, non toccata dalla volgarità, votata al culto della solitudine, dei «popoli grigi» che vivono sottoterra, dei sogni premonitori, delle visioni profetiche.

New Zealand 20

New Zealand 20

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Lonely Planetís New Zealand is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Hit the slopes in Queenstown, experience Maori culture, and explore the Bay of Islands; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of New Zealand and begin your journey now!

American Trails Revisited

American Trails Revisited

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This edition in the American Trails Revisited series is an updated version from the printed book, "American Trails Revisited", published in 2003. From the original 36 pages, this revision has been expanded to 90 pages of additional information and points of interest. Also added are reference maps, text navigation, as well as GPS coordinates for listed historic sites and landmarks. This guide travels the route of the Santa Fe Trail from the outskirts of Kansas City to Dodge City, Kansas, where it splits to explore the northern Military branch and the southern Cimarron branch. Detailed background information for Santa Fe Trail history as well as the general historical background of the region is provided in easy to follow mileage increments across the Sunflower State.

The Adventures of Marco Polo

The Adventures of Marco Polo

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This book offers a combination of Marco Polo's own accounts of his adventures, as well as additional insights and commentary made by the author. The work was originally intended for students and meant to encourage critical thinking skills, but it makes for a wonderful supplement to the reading of Marco Polo's autobiographical account of his explorations.

American Trails Revisited

American Trails Revisited

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This edition of the American Trails Revisited series explores the Oregon Trail across Nebraska, beginning with its crossing from Kansas and ending with the two branches along the Platte River, the North Platte Branch and the Colorado Branch. Along the way, over 150 historic sites and landmarks are presented. Also included are reference maps and GPS coordinates for all sites.

Food Lovers' Guide to Boston

Food Lovers' Guide to Boston

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Food Lovers' Guides   Indispensable handbooks to local gastronomic delights   The ultimate guides to the food scene in their respective states or regions, these books provide the inside scoop on the best places to find, enjoy, and celebrate local culinary offerings. Engagingly written by local authorities, they are a one-stop for residents and visitors alike to find producers and purveyors of tasty local specialties, as well as a rich array of other, indispensable food-related information including:   • Food festivals and culinary events • Farmers markets and farm stands • Specialty food shops • Places to pick your own produce • One-of-a-kind restaurants and landmark eateries • Recipes using local ingredients and traditions • The best wineries and brewpubs

Au pays de la mort blanche

Au pays de la mort blanche

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En 1912, leSanta Anna, bateau d'une expédition russe, est immobilisé par les glaces dans sa tentative de relier l'Atlantique au Pacifique. Après deux ans à huis clos sur le bateau, Albanov, avec une poignée d'hommes, quitte le navire. L'aventure commence là. Lequel de ces marins survivra ?Le 28 juillet 1912, leSanta Annaquittait Alexandrovsk dans le but de rallier Vladivostok en empruntant le passage du Nord-Est. Le chef d'expédition, Broussilov, souhaitait découvrir de nouveaux terrains de chasse et se livrer, le long des côtes de Sibérie, à la capture de phoques, morses, dauphins, baleines et ours blancs. L'auteur du récit, Albanov, avait été engagé par Broussilov comme officier de navigation.Après un an et demi de dérive sur la banquise de la mer de Kara et de l'Océan Arctique, Albanov se prépare à quitter leSanta Anna,conscient que le seul espoir de salut résidera dans la possibilité d'atteindre à pied la terre François-Joseph.Il est accompagné d'une poignée d'hommes. L'une des plus extraordinaires expériences de survie dans l'Arctique commence...La publication du récit d'Albanov fut un véritable triomphe aux États-Unis. Sa traduction en français fut éditée aux Éditions Guérin en 1996 dans une édition illustrée.

Lyon (France) - Wink Travel Guide

Lyon (France) - Wink Travel Guide

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Lyon is a vibrant metropolis which starts to make the most out of its unique architectural, cultural and gastronomic heritage, its dynamic demographics and economy and its strategic location between Northern and Southern Europe. It is more and more open to the world, with an increasing number of students and international events.Lyon is mostly known as an economic centre with many corporate headquarters and bustling financial, IT and natural science industries, but it is also rich in historic and architectural heritage, and has a very vivid cultural life.Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.

Three Hundred Zeroes

Three Hundred Zeroes

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Brothers often promise to do something together when they 'grow up." Do they always follow through? When war and a Purple Heart Medal alter those promises, should the surviving brother continue? My promise to my brother haunted me for over forty years. Finally, life stopped getting in the way and I set out on the Appalachian Trail to fulfill that youthful promise.Three Hundred Zeroes describes the Appalachian Trail (A.T.) as it meanders for almost 2,200 miles (3,500 km) through some of the most awe inspiring, remote, vibrant woodlands and mountains in the eastern United States. Maddeningly indirect at times, the trail wanders aimlessly from Springer Mountain in Georgia, to Mount Katahdin, in Maine. Along it's length the A.T. is home to every conceivable form of plant life, vegetation, tree and animal from the minuscule pygmy shrew to the titans of the north woods, the American black bear and moose.Three Hundred Zeroes describes a Norman Rockwell America that at times seems long lost and forgotten. Walking through small boroughs, villages and out-of-the-way places, I encountered people that don't judge others by their worldly possessions, the car they drive, or how big their house is. Conversations evolved around severe weather; trail conditions, distance traveled, and destinations. The predominate question that always arose was, "Can I help?" or "Are you hungry?" Appalachian Trail life is more often than not factored down to its lowest common denominator: honest to goodness caring and personal connections.A menagerie of personalities leads to numerous comical situations. A cast of characters with monikers such as "Cookie Monster," "Bone Lady," "Half-Elvis," "Motor Butt," "Bilge Rat," "Privy Monster," and "Serial Killer," guaranteed that there was never a dull moment.Serious obstacles abound. The difficulties I encountered walking over 2,200 miles were easily underestimated and trouble began long before setting that first step on the trail. Three Hundred Zeroes demonstrates that bears, rattlesnakes, extreme weather and challenging terrain may be far less formidable than some of life's more subtle dangers.Explore this national treasure, the Appalachian Trail through my adventures in Three Hundred Zeroes.

Around the world for 20 bucks!

Around the world for 20 bucks!

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Two young unemployed journalists, sick of the work situation in Spain, grabbed a calculator and did the math: € 6,000 in rent, € 1,340 in gasoline, everyday expenses, taxes, insurance, gym... and no income. It was more expensive to sit at home with their arms crossed than to travel the world. So they decided, for nine months and across 28 countries, to make their dream come true: to travel around the planet and leave it all... to take on the world! They said goodbye to routine. They strapped on their backpacks. And they went in search of opportunities, to discover new countries, to dive into foreign culture, and to end the adventure getting married on an idyllic beach in Bali. All this with a budget of only 20 € per day per person. In this book they tell all their stories, tips and tricks to make sure a great trip is cheaper than to live in Spain. Shall we travel?

Santjago ceļš: plāksteris pēdām un sirdij

Santjago ceļš: plāksteris pēdām un sirdij

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Zane Eniņa apceļojusi vairāk nekā 80 valstis, savus piedzīvojumus aizrautīgi atainojot ceļojumu blogā mugursoma.lv. No šiem aprakstiem vēlāk tapušas arī grāmatas “Nekaunīgais pingvīns” un “Uz Aļasku un atpakaļ”. Zane ceļo viegli un budžetam draudzīgi, bieži vien tikai ar mugursomu. Tās saturs tiek īpaši rūpīgi pārdomāts, kad soma visu dienu jānes plecos, kā tas notiek, ejot Santjago ceļu. Viņas trešā grāmata vēsta par Zanes pieredzi, kājām mērojot piecus Santjago ceļa maršrutus – gan Rietumeiropā, gan arī nesen izveidoto posmu Latvijā. “Ļaujies aizraujošam piedzīvojumam, kopā ar Zani izstaigājot Santjago ceļu Francijā, Spānijā, Portugālē un Latvijā! Viņa atklāj, kā ceļš mums liek sevi iepazīt dažādos līmeņos –fiziski, emocionāli, garīgi. Skaisti un patiesi skan Zanes rakstītais, sasniedzot Santjago katedrāli: “Pēkšņa laimes sajūta mijas ar tikpat pēkšņām skumjām. Vienā brīdī tu esi kā trauks, kas pilns līdz malām, nākamajā – tukšs līdz bezdibenim. Tas ir ceļa fenomens, kas cilvēkos atver slūžas emociju okeānam. Pēc 800 km prāts atrodas pilnīgi ārpus ierindas, bet ķermenis ir tik stiprs kā nekad dzīvē. Pārņem sajūta, ka iet ir viegli un gribas doties līdz bezgalībai un atpakaļ, bet ceļabiedrus pazīsti vismaz šo dzīvi, ja ne vēl kādu iepriekšējo. Manī bija tik daudz emociju, ka neatlika vietas vārdiem.” Ejot Latvijas Santjago ceļu, Zane jau skaidri zināja, ka piedzīvotais nonāks grāmatā, tāpēc viņa raksta: “Es nevaru melot pat tad, ja patiesība man nepatīk.” Tieši šī patiesība liek smieties un raudāt līdzi un padara Zanes stāstījumu dzīvu un saistošu. Grāmata sniedz atbildes ikvienam, kas vēl domā par došanos Santjago ceļā. Tā ir labs iedvesmas avots, lai beigtu domāt par iešanu, bet patiesi to izdarītu. Viens ir skaidrs – aizverot grāmatu, acu skatiens tiek vērsts uz mugursomu. Tā vien gribas to likt plecos un traukties gan tālēs zilajās, gan tepat tuvajās, lai piedzīvotu savu Santjago stāstu.” Sandra Rone, Latvijas Santjago ceļa izveides iniciatore