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Italy - Rough Guide Italy - Rough Guide


The Rough Guide to Italy is a definitive guide to one of Europe's most alluring destinations. Features include:

- Full-colour section introducing Italy's highlights
- Lively accounts of all the sights, from Rome's awe-inspiring Colosseum to the stunning Amalfi coast
- Incisive reviews of the best places to eat, drink and stay, to suit all budgets
- Authoritative coverage of Italian history, art and architecture
- Practical guidance on activities ranging from skiing in the Dolomites to wine-tasting in Tuscany

Publisher: Rough Guides
ISBN: 1843530600
Published: 2003
Paperback: 1215 pages 



Price:   £14.99



Italy - DK Eyewitness Guide Italy - DK Eyewitness Guide


The travel guides that show you what others only tell you. From artistic masterpieces to picturesque hill towns, explore Italy's finest with this essential guide.

Using the unique cutaway maps and 3-D models explore Roman ruins and the splendour of Renaissance art. With recommendations on which wine goes best with the risi e bisi or the maccheroni con le sarde, you will be living la dolce vita just like the locals!

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
ISBN: 1405307811
Published: 2005
Paperback: 672 pages 



Price:   £16.99



Italy - Lonely Planet Italy - Lonely Planet


Awe-inspiring Roman architecture and Renaissance art, charming hill towns steeped in history, a magnificent coastline waiting to be explored, gastronomic delights from authentic pasta to fine wine, and vistas that will leave you reeling - connect with the real Italy with this best-selling guide.

- Plan your trip using our compelling highlights and appealing itineraries
- Italian history
- An expert's guide to Italy's world-famous cuisine plus tempting restaurant recommendations
- Sleep easy, whether you need a rifugi in the Alps or want five-star luxury a stone's throw from the Colosseum
- User-friendly language chapter

Publisher: Lonely Planet
ISBN: 1741040809
Published: 2004, 6th edition
Paperback: 868 pages, 161 maps 



Price:   £14.99



Rome - DK Eyewitness Guide Rome - DK Eyewitness Guide


Make sure you have the quintessential Roman Holiday with the Eyewitness guide to Italy's capital.

Featuring reconstructions of ancient sites such as the Colosseum, you will also find information on a good selection of nightclubs, shops and trattoria - and a whole chapter on what might appeal most to your children. And with the colour Street Finder and detailed public transport map, you'll will be navigating your way around Rome like a local.

With the unique cutaway maps and 3-D models you can explore St Peter's Square, discover the hidden secrets of the Sistine Chapel and ensure that when in Rome you do as the Romans do, with plenty of tips on the best coffee houses to enjoy a Ristretto and biscotti.

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
ISBN: 140530782X
Published: 2005
Paperback: 432 pages 



Price:   £14.99



Rome - TimeOut Rome - TimeOut


Still gleaming from its millennium makeover, Rome has resisted the temptation to rest on its laurels and continues to produce new attractions, new services and new gastronomic experiences. In the sixth edition of the Time Out Rome Guide local journalists, writers and experts lead you through the historic streets and into the city of the future, giving unrivalled coverage of latest developments in this living, breathing, exhilarating metropolis.

Publisher: TimeOut
ISBN: 0141010614
Published: 2003, 6th edition
Paperback: 352 pages 



Price:   £11.99



Rome - Rough Guide Rome - Rough Guide


The Rough Guide to Rome is a definitive guide to this amazing city. Features include:

- Full-colour section introducing Rome's highlights
- Entertaining accounts of every sight, from the Roman Forum and the Catacombs to Piazza Navona and the Sistine Chapel
- Reviews of the best accommodation, bars, restaurants and shops
- Enticing excursions including Tivoli, Ostia and the nearby beaches

Publisher: Rough Guides
ISBN: 1858289017
Published: 2005
Paperback: 320 pages 



Price:   £11.99



Venice and the Veneto - Rough Guide Venice and the Veneto - Rough Guide


The Rough Guide to Venice and the Veneto is the definitive handbook to Europe's most beautiful city and its hinterland. Features include:

- Detailed accounts of all of Venice's monuments and museums, from San Marco to the islands
- Vivid background on the city's history and culture, with the lowdown on the Biennale, Carnevale and other special events
- Comprehensive reviews of restaurants, bars and accommodation in every price range
- Detailed coverage of Verona, Padua, Vicenza, Treviso and a host of other Veneto towns and sights
- Full-colour section introducing the region's highlights

Publisher: Rough Guides
ISBN: 1843533022
Published: 2004
Paperback: 496 pages 



Price:   £11.99



Venice and the Veneto - DK Eyewitness Guide Venice and the Veneto - DK Eyewitness Guide


Let this Eyewitness guide reveal unique cutaways and 3-D diagrams of the glorious Venetian palaces, the magical Lake Garda and other gems of the region.

An ideal introduction to the city, the guide locates Venice geographically, setting it in both modern and historical context and explains how life changes throughout the year. It also features an overview of the many specialities, main sightseeing attractions and a complete area-by-area guide - all described with maps, photographs and detailed illustrations.

Expertly researched information on hotels, shops, restaurants, bars, sports and entertainments ensure all your needs are taken care of; while a survival guide section offers you practical advice on everything from posting a letter to navigating public transport.

- Over 900 photographs, illustrations and maps
- Cutaways and floorplans of all the major sights
- Easy-to-use 3-D aerial views give you a bird's eye view of the most popular areas
- Where to eat, where to stay and how to get around

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
ISBN: 1405305088
Published: 2004
Paperback: 312 pages 



Price:   £12.99



Venice, Verona, Treviso and the Veneto - TimeOut Venice, Verona, Treviso and the Veneto - TimeOut


The Time Out Venice Guide has been written by writers who live and work in this most romantic of cities. It leads you through Venice's famous sights and on into the magical labyrinth beyond: down tiny alleyways to echoing churches filled with art treasures, stopping en route at the restaurants and bars that only Venetians know.

Publisher: TimeOut
ISBN: 1904978339
Published: 2005, 4th edition
Paperback: 320 pages 



Price:   £12.99



Florence and Tuscany - DK Eyewitness Guide Florence and Tuscany - DK Eyewitness Guide


From hill-top towns to Renaissance masterpieces, this essential guide reveals all you need to know about Florence and Tuscany.

Unique cutaway maps and 3-D models will take you round some of Italy's finest architecture and hidden natural treasures. And recommendations for authentic trattorias where you can sample the local fare will ensure you return to this wonderful region.

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
ISBN: 1405307889
Published: 2005
Paperback: 312 pages 



Price:   £12.99



Florence and the Best of Tuscany - TimeOut Florence and the Best of Tuscany - TimeOut


The cradle of the Renaissance, Florence has a fabulous legacy of artistic and architectural treasures, yet it still holds its own as a prosperous city of the 21st century. Time Out's expert local writers cover both past and present with authoritative art history and their trademark appreciation of contemporary culture. And beyond Florence, mini-guides to Pisa, Siena, Lucca, Arezzo and more give the lowdown on the best of Tuscany's towns and beaches.

Publisher: TimeOut
ISBN: 0141013559
Published: 2003, 4th edition
Paperback: 320 pages 



Price:   £11.99



Milan, the Lakes and Lombardy - TimeOut Milan, the Lakes and Lombardy - TimeOut


Italy's finance capital is not all about work, work, work. The Milanese also like to play, which they do by flexing their credit cards in the city's fab shops, sipping aperitivi and indulging in a buzzing cultural scene. Our team of resident writers shows you how to get the best out of this vibrant city and the rest of Lombardy.

Publisher: TimeOut
ISBN: 0141016175
Published: 2004, 2nd edition
Paperback: 316 pages 



Price:   £11.99



Naples and the Amalfi Coast - DK Eyewitness Guide Naples and the Amalfi Coast - DK Eyewitness Guide


From the magnificent Amalfi coastline to the imposing splendour of Castel Nuovo, make sure you see it all with this essential guide to Naples.

Unique cutaway maps and 3-D models reveal the secrets of Pompei, its ancient temples and the might of Mount Vesuvius. And with recommendations of where to enjoy the best Neapolitan pizzas you can live la dolce vita just like the locals.

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
ISBN: 1405308125
Published: 2004
Paperback: 240 pages 



Price:   £12.99



Naples, Capri, Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast - TimeOut Naples, Capri, Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast - TimeOut


The essential guide to Italy's great southern city - its ancient heritage, many churches, its resturants and street life - and beyond. It also explores Sorrento, the magnificent landscapes of the Amalfi Coast, the glamorous island of Capri, Ischia, Pompeii and Herculaneum.

Publisher: TimeOut
ISBN: 1904978312
Published: 2005, 3rd edition
Paperback: 320 pages 



Price:   £12.99



Sicily - DK Eyewitness Guide Sicily - DK Eyewitness Guide


Settled in turn by the Carthaginians, Greeks, Romans, Arabs, Normans and eventually the Bourbons, Sicily is one of the most coveted islands in the Mediterranean. From the beautiful beach of Taormina to the spectacular Mount Etna, make sure you see it all with this essential guide to Sicily.

Using the unique cutaway maps and 3-D models, explore the ruins of Agrigento and the splendour of La Martorana.

- Specially commissioned illustrations of Greek sites and medieval cathedrals
- Hundreds of colour photographs
- Recommendations for the best bars and restaurants

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
ISBN: 1405308133
Published: 2005
Paperback: 240 pages 



Price:   £12.99



Sardinia - DK Eyewitness Guide Sardinia - DK Eyewitness Guide


Sardinia is beautiful and historic place to visit and this guide helps you to get the most from your stay on the island with the minimum of practical difficulty. An ideal introduction to the island, the guide locates Sardinia geographically, sets it in its historical context and explains how life changes through the year. Featuring an overview of the island's many specialities, main sightseeing attractions and a complete area-by-area guide, all described with maps, photographs and detailed illustrations.

Carefully researched tips for hotels, shops, restaurants and bars, sports and entertainment take care of your travellers' needs, while a survival guide has practical advice on everything from posting a letter to navigating public transport.

- Over 600 photographs, illustrations and maps
- Sights, beaches, markets and festivals listed town by town
- Walks, scenic routes and thematic tours
- Where to eat, where to stay and how to get around

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
ISBN: 0751348147
Published: 2003
Paperback: 224 pages 



Price:   £12.99



Sardinia - Lonely Planet Sardinia - Lonely Planet


With its hidden coves and spectacular beaches, dramatic hill-side temples and misty gorges, Sardinia is an island for escape and adventure. Explore every corner of this Mediterranean treasure with Lonely Planet's essential guide.

- Tips on the best places to swim, walk and dive
- Insiders' advice on Sardinia's flamboyant festivals
- Special food section covers the best of the island's gastronomic delights
- 29 detailed maps, including a full-colour island map
- Easy-to-use Italian language chapter

Publisher: Lonely Planet
ISBN: 1740590333
Published: 2003, 1st edition
Paperback: 256 pages 



Price:   £12.99



Sardinia - Rough Guide Sardinia - Rough Guide


The Rough Guide to Sardinia is the essential handbook to one of the Mediterranean's most intriguing islands. Features include:

- Full-colour section introducing Sardinia's highlights
- Informative accounts of all the sights, from the evocative prehistoric ruins of the nuraghi to Alghero's old Spanish centre and the lively capital, Cágliari
- Up-to-date reviews of the best places to eat, drink and sleep for every budget
- Practical advice on exploring the island, including touring the rugged southern coastline and mountain hiking
- Comprehensive coverage of Sardinia's history, culture, art and festivals

Publisher: Rough Guides
ISBN: 1843532379
Published: 2004
Paperback: 396 pages 



Price:   £12.99



Culture Smart! Italy Culture Smart! Italy


If you are going to live or work in a new country, Culture Smart are quick guides on what to expect, how to behave and how to get along in a new culture.

Each guide explains key country values and attitudes, social and home life and how to avoid cultural faux pas. Giving the historical, political and cultural background, they reveal how to understand and be understood in a new country.

- Attitudes and values
- Religion, customs and traditions
- At home
- Leisure, social and cultural life
- Dos, don'ts and taboos
- Body language
- Hospitality, food and drink
- Giving and receiving gifts
- Doing business
- Language and communication

Publisher: Kuperard
ISBN: 1857333160
Published: 2004
Paperback 



Price:   £6.95


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