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Tajikistan Press Release

Posted by bradttravel on 9 May 2013

Release: 10 May 2013

Tajikistan – a guide to Asia’s smallest country

TajikistanSmall and often misunderstood, Tajikistan is Central Asia’s most enigmatic country. Buddhist sites, Silk Road trading posts and planned Soviet towns all reveal the complex and diverse cultural heritage of the country and its population. Providing detailed practical information and suggested itineraries, Bradt’s Tajikistan is the indispensable choice for the intrepid traveller.

With the spectacular mountain scenery of the Pamir Mountains, Tajikistan, often loftily called the ‘Roof of the World’, offers treks for those with varying levels of experience, astonishing cycle routes and opportunities for avid birdwatchers. The country is as culturally diverse as it is beautiful due largely  to its historical location on the Silk Road, the meeting point for mighty empires. Ancient ruins at Sarazm, Buddhist temples of Ajina Tepa and the curious sport of buz kashi (dead goat polo) ensure that visitors experience the very best of Tajikistan’s past.

This first edition offers an unprecedented level of detail on the country’s sites, culture, history and wildlife alongside entertaining literary quotes and historical anecdotes. Bradt’s Tajikistan is the perfect companion both before and during a trip to the country; featuring 22 maps and exceptional colour photography, it helps bring this fascinating country alive.

Sophie Ibbotson and Max Lovell-Hoare have lived and worked in Central Asia since becoming heavily involved in the region’s tourism industry in 2008. They have previously written the Bradt Guide to Sudan and are authoring the upcoming guides to South Sudan and Uzbekistan.


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Title: Tajikistan Authors: Sophie Ibbotson and Max Lovell-Hoare
Publisher: Bradt     Publication: 10 May 2013
Price: £14.99      ISBN: 9781841624556

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April 2013 Releases

Posted by bradttravel on 1 May 2013

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Release: April 2013
New editions for 2013

Bosnia and Herzegovina 4th Edition. Tim Clancy
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Situated at an ancient crossroads where east meets west, Bosnia and Herzegovina is one of the most exotic destinations of southeast Europe. The mountainous landscape replete with thick forests and deep river canyons is dotted with medieval highland villages where the pace of life seems to have barely altered for centuries. Yet the country also possesses a vibrant café culture in the capital Sarajevo, which is fast becoming a city break destination of choice.

Fully-updated, Bradt’s Bosnia and Herzegovina 4 remains the only English guide book available solely dedicated to the country. Containing an additional eight pages of photographs and seventeen maps, this new edition also includes an updated politics section to help clarify the puzzling turmoil left over from the 1990s. Tim Clancy, the author, is a Balkan veteran having spent almost 20 years in the region and having made Sarajevo his home.

Title: Bosnia and Herzegovina 4   Author: Tim Clancy
Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides     Publication: April 2013
Price: £15.99      ISBN: 9781841624495Malta and Gozo 2nd Edition. Juliet Rix
Malta and Gozo 2

Malta is the Mediterranean in miniature, combining Arabic place names and Italian-inspired cuisine. Marooned between two continents, the cluster of islands has absorbed cultural influences for thousands of years yet still possesses its own beguiling character. The oldest stone buildings in the world and reminders of Malta’s role in World War II compete for the visitor’s attention, while nearly 100 dive sites around the coast ensure the attraction of the island is not limited to the shore.Bradt’s Malta and Gozo 2 is a thoroughly updated edition of the most comprehensive guide to Malta available, including more coverage on bird-watching and wildlife. Malta, additionally, has the highest density of historical sites of any country in the world, and the fascinating history and archaeology are covered in greater detail here than in any other guide. The author, Juliet Rix, has been a journalist for 25 years, and after her first visit to Malta discovered that the island offers much more than simply a sunny spot for a poolside holiday.

Title: Malta and Gozo 2     Author: Juliet Rix
Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides     Publication: April 2013
Price: £14.99      ISBN: 9781841624525Nova Scotia 2nd Edition. David Orkin
Nova Scotia 2
Virtually an island, Nova Scotia’s culture and heartbeat have been shaped by the sea, and Canada’s second smallest province offers delights for seafarers and landlubbers alike. Go whale watching, wreck diving, explore Halifax’s fascinating maritime history, wander through the province’s three national parks and sample the local delicacies of lobster and scallops. Dance the night away at a ceilidh, in a land where more Gaelic is spoken than in Scotland.

Bradt’s fully updated Nova Scotia 2 remains the definitive choice for visitors to the province. It contains detailed sections on topics such as wildlife, history, culture and cuisine, but also in-depth advice on buying property and moving to the province. The author, David Orkin, is a freelance travel writer whose captivation with Nova Scotia led him and his family there.

Title: Nova Scotia 2    Author: David Orkin
Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides     Publication: April 2013
Price: £15.99      ISBN: 9781841624549Zanzibar 8th Edition. Chris and Susan McIntyre
Zanzibar 8
A firm favourite for those seeking  a tropical escape, Zanzibar is an idyllic location in the exotic Indian Ocean. Dive among sea turtles and tropical fish off powder-white beaches as passing dhows sail through the turquoise waters. Stroll through Zanzibar’s Stone Town, the evocative old quarter where alleyways and streets wind around palaces, mosques and many fine houses.

Bradt’s Zanzibar, now in its eighth edition, remains the most comprehensive guide to the island available. It has been updated throughout with a conscious effort towards promoting ethical accommodation and fairtrade shopping. The guide contains far more detailed information on the island’s cultural, historic and environmental status than any other publication, and the islands of Mafia and Pemba are also covered in detail. It is the indispensable choice for the adventurous visitor.

Title: Zanzibar 8 Authors: Chris and Susan McIntyre
Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides     Publication: April 2013
Price: £15.99      ISBN: 9781841624587

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Liguria Press Release

Posted by bradttravel on 1 May 2013

Release:  12th April 2013
Liguria: an insider’s guide to the wonders of the Italian Riveria.

Liguria

Almost a country within a country, Liguria retains a strong regional identity despite containing the famous Italian Riveria and its glitzy resort of Portofino. It is a  land of dizzying passes and breathtaking views, where the mountains sweep down to the sparkling Mediterranean. The quaint fishing ports and beautiful mountain villages have attracted some the world’s most famous writers including Byron, Shelley and Virginia Woolf.

Liguria boasts an enviable and varied cuisine and is a food-lover’s paradise.  Featuring a unique food trail, the book highlights the local specialties on offer in each Ligurian village. Famous for olive oil, lemons and basil, the region reveals a diet that is refreshingly Mediterranean. This coastal strip is also enticing to the outdoor enthusiast, offering walking and cycle routes through beautiful wilderness. Spectacular walks of varying difficulties provide views all the way to the Alps, and cycle routes vary from arduous mountain roads to easy coastal paths.

This guidebook, the only in-depth guide to Liguria available, gives a detailed depiction of this enchanting region, including descriptions of the area’s mountains and their hilltop villages. Colourful extras,  simple pesto recipes, Italian proverbs and quotes from local folklore, are dotted throughout the text, giving a relaxed and personal expression of Liguria.

Rosie Whitehouse’s love of travel and Liguria developed after a family trip there in the summer of 1966. After a successful career at the BBC World Service and with a young family, she made a second trip back to Liguria rekindling the love affair. Twenty-five years on and she knows the region like the back of her hand, even if her Italian is frequently corrected by her daughter.

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Title: Liguria Author: Rosie Whitehouse
Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides     Publication:  12 April 2013
Price: £15.99      ISBN: 9781841624730

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New editions for 2013

Posted by bradttravel on 5 February 2013

Abruzzo 2nd Edition. Luciano Di Gregorio
Abruzzo
Situated halfway down Italy’s east coast, Abruzzo lies just an hour’s drive from Rome. Often overlooked, it is a piece of Italy that remains untouched by mass tourism. From verdant national parks and snow-topped peaks to sandy beaches and turquoise coastline, it offers travellers an experience that is as varied as its landscape. Wander through the pastel streets of coastal Pescara, go wine tasting along olive-strewn roads in Teramo, and go skiing on the highest peaks of the central Apennines.Bradt’s fully-updated Abruzzo 2 explores towns and villages which are off the beaten track, with seasonal itineraries and in-depth sections on the region’s culture and history. It also features detailed information on national parks, walks and wildlife, including a thorough update on the current condition of L’Aquila, following the earthquake in 2009. Written by a native Abruzzese, this guide provides a personal insight into this area’s best kept secrets, with colourful and entertaining reviews of hotels and restaurants. It remains the only English-language guidebook to Abruzzo.
Title: Abruzzo 2     Author: Luciano Di Gregorio
Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides     Publication: February 2013
Price: £16.99      ISBN: 9781841624464
Angola 2nd Edition. Mike Stead, Sean Rorison & Oscar Scafidi
Angola isAngola 2 changing at a rapid pace and Bradt’s second edition reflects the continued resurgence of tourism following years of conflict and Portuguese rule. Visitors can go game-spotting in Kissama National Park and surf the world-famous waves at Cabo Ledo. Or, head deep into Namibe province to discover pre-historic rock paintings at Tchitundo-Hulo, spot leopards at Pediva’s hot spring oasis and visit the statue of Christ overlooking Lubango, modelled on the one in Rio de Janeiro.

Bradt’s Angola 2 provides all the practical and background information needed to tackle this vast country, with separate sections on the Angolan language, surfing and martial arts in the capital. It also includes information on the lesser-visited inland areas including Lunda Norte and Kuando Kubango. Whether business traveller, pioneering adventurer or expat, this guide reveals all Angola’s delights and remains the only English-language guidebook to Angola.
Title: Angola 2     Authors: Mike Stead, Sean Rorison & Oscar Scafidi
Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides     Publication: January 2013
Price: £18.99      ISBN: 9781841624433
Croatia 5th Edition. Piers Letcher
Croatia 5
Sitting at the cross-roads of Europe, Croatia offers an unrivalled mix of culture and nature. From outstanding national parks and beautifully-preserved historic towns to magnificent cultural sites and crystal clear waters, it is little surprise that Croatia continues to seduce visitors with its attractions. Top highlights include Zagreb’s grand Austro-Hungarian architecture, the cascading tiered waterfalls at Plitvice Lakes National Park, the charming coastal town of Trogir and the world’s sixth biggest extant Roman amphitheatre in Pula.Bradt’s Croatia 5 has been fully-updated listing new boutique hotels and ecotourism home-stays, local wines, food and olive oils, and the most recent information on public transport. An expanded culture section includes new museums, Croatian traditions added to the UNESCO List of Intangible Heritage, and the Gardens Festival at Zadar on the Dalmatian coast. This guide also has in-depth sections on hiking and national parks, and goes off the beaten track to include the towns and villages of inland Croatia.
Title: Croatia 5    Authors: Piers Letcher
Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides     Publication: March 2013
Price: £15.99      ISBN: 9781841624532
Switzerland Without a Car 5th Edition. Anthony Lambert
Switzerland Without a Car
Switzerland is home to the world’s finest public transport system. Much of the country is inaccessible by car but travellers can hop from steamer to cycle to scenic rail route with ease, exploring the stunning alpine landscapes and picturesque towns at a relaxed pace. With some of the most famous peaks in the world, including the Matterhorn, Eiger and Jungfrau, Switzerland’s cultural and historical attractions often get overlooked. Yet, there are thousands of fine museums, castles, outstanding churches, and art gallery collections to rival those in most capital cities.Bradt’s fifth edition covers the length and breadth of the country and has been fully-updated to include new route information. There is a chapter dedicated to explaining the Swiss Travel System and coverage of special train routes such as the Glacier Express and the Pre-Alpine Express. Anthony Lambert, who has travelled on the railway systems of over 40 countries, highlights what can be seen from each station and outlines connecting journeys by steamer, postbus, funicular  cableway, bicycle and foot.  This guidebook is ideal for environmentally friendly travellers and it remains the only one dedicated to Switzerland’s public transport.
Title: Switzerland Without a Car Authors: Anthony Lambert
Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides     Publication: March 2013
Price: £15.99      ISBN: 9781841624471

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New guide to Chile’s ‘don’t miss’ destinations

Posted by bradttravel on 13 December 2012

Chile HighlightsChile has some of the most dramatic scenery in the world and trying to decide where to go and what to see is a challenge for any visitor. Attractions range from the Atacama, the world driest desert, to the snow-capped Andes mountain range, coastal rainforest, glaciers and world-class vineyards.
 
This compact, full-colour Highlights guide pinpoints the country’s top spots and helps travellers select the best route for an organised tour or a self-drive trip. Condensing material not otherwise available from a single source, Tim Burford outlines specialist holidays, hotels, restaurants, top ten souvenirs and how you can give back to the community. Detailed maps include ‘the top spots’ – six places most favoured by tour operators.
 
With full colour photographs throughout, this handy book is an invaluable resource for trip planning.
 

Tim Burford spent five years in publishing before starting to write hiking and ecotourism guides, specialising in Latin America and eastern Europe.


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Title:  Chile Highlights      Author: Tim Burford
Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides     Publication: 18 December 2012
Price: £15.99      ISBN: 9781841624082

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