Latin America

- easy-to-use tips for pronunciation and grammar- sections include phrases for finding accommodation and for hitting the town- useful suggestions for health needs and emergencies- extensive two-way dictionary and user-friendly sentence builder... More

"The book that redefined travel writing."-"Guardian" In Patagonia is a quest or a Wonder Voyage. It is about wandering and exile. Bruce Chatwin travels to a remote country in search of a strange beast and, in the course of his travels, describes his encounters with the people whose fascinating stori... More

When Thomas McFadden was arrested trying to smuggle five kilos of cocaine out of Bolivia, he was flung into the infamous San Pedro prison - the strangest penitentiary system in the world. A bemused Englishman abroad, Thomas was astonished to discover that corrupt politicians and major-league drug sm... More

Featuring opinionated coverage for an authentic travel experience, this guidefeatures expanded coverage of Los Cabos, plus special chapters on activities, culture, food and drink, and environment. of color. 33 maps.... More

- bonus information & maps to Argentine Tierra del Fuego- Chile's adventure hotspots: deserts, glaciers, mountains, beaches- eat & drink: where best to sample pastel de choclo & the famous pisco sour- comprehensive Spanish language section for easy conversacion... More

The third edition of the Rough Guide to Chile explores all corners of the country from the vast Atacama Desert and magnificent, snow-capped VolcAn Osorno to the granite spires of the Torres del Paine massif in Southern Patagonia and the mysterious moai statues on Easter Island. The guide includes re... More

Contents covers- Editorial, Foreword, A painted scroll on the Chinese myth of Pangu in the kwok on collection of the Fundacao Oriente, ,Rua do Salitre, The Casa Garden in the city of Nome de Deus, Macao, Fontainhas: living with the past, The Timor Lorosae National Archive, Timor: from proto-history ... More

"The Rough Guide to Mexico" is the most comprehensive guide you'll find. From the pre-Hispanic Pyramid sight of Tula to the breath-taking train-ride across Copper Canyon, the full-colour section introduces all the countries "must-sees." This revised 7th edition includes hundreds of incisive accounts... More

The fourth edition of the Rough Guide to Costa Rica explores all corners of Costa Rica from its idyllic white-sand beaches and picturesque pueblos to verdant rainforests and steaming volcanoes. In-depth coverage of outdoor activitiies includes trekking through cloudforests, horseriding up Volcan Poa... More

The Rough Guide Map Peru is the most comprehensive map to this fascinating South American country. A hugely popular destination for independent travellers and escorted tourists alike a trekking the Inca Trail to Machu Pichu is the top attraction. Pinpointed on the map are places of interest, includi... More

This new edition has the best places to stay for budgets of all sizes, special coverage on ancient and modern Mayan traditions, beliefs, and handicrafts, plus a convenient glossary to Spanish and Mayan terms.... More

-- covers the wildlife of Belize, Costa Rica and Panama-- the only wildlife travel guide to the region-- hundreds of colour photos highlight the region's rich variety of mammals, birds and reptiles-- the region's world-class birdwatching is covered for experts and beginners... More

Over 300 hundred years ago, the first European colonists landed in Africa, Asia and the Caribbean to found permanent outposts of the great empires. This epic migration continued until after World War II, when some of these tropical colonies became independent black nations and the white colonials we... More

Packed with essential information in a clear, concise format and delivered in an engaging manner, the second edition of First-Time Latin America helps prepare readers planning their trip. It includes information on what tickets to buy, where to stay, what to eat and how to stay healthy. There are in... More

back cover] BARRON'S Traveler's Language Guides SPANISH Find the right words and phrases for all travel situations, plus tips on enjoying an active and creative vacation, traveling with children, and traveling if you are physically handicapped. Words, phrases and information on food and dining, ... More

-- how to avoid the all-inclusive resorts and tourist traps-- emphasis on regional cuisine-- experience Mazatlan to Oaxaca including Puerto Vallarta, Acapulco and beautiful beach spots... More