Scale the spectacular Dolomites, peer into brooding volcanoes, explore medieval villages or saunter along sparkling coastlines – this guide walks you through Italy's wealth of natural beauty, history and culture.

• detailed descriptions of 55 walks, from easy day strolls to multi-day adventures
• quality two-colour maps for each walk
• tips on the best camping grounds, rifugi (mountain huts) and pensiones
• transport information to get you to and from the walks
• step-by-step introduction to the exciting vie ferrate (iron ways)
• illustrated section on Italy's flora and fauna

One of the USA's most gorgeous natural wonders, Yosemite National Park has something to offer every traveler from vacationing families to hardcore outdoors enthusiasts. From rocky ascents up Half Dome to wildflower walks through Tuolumne Meadows, from the soaring vistas atop Sentinel Dome to the gentle slopes of Badger Pass, this book takes you there.

• coverage of the entire park, plus neighboring highlights and worthwhile excursions
• outdoor activities: hiking, biking, rafting, skiing, climbing, canoeing
• in-depth history, geology & ecosystem chapters written by known experts
• 20 maps showing every corner of the park
• special focus on family travel, with short & long-stay itineraries

Thanks to recent discoveries in genetics, explains science journalist Olson, we're learning about human history before any history was written down.

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Getting the most out of your travels means staying healthy. Healthy Travel Africa is a user-friendly guide to minimising health risks for travellers to all parts of Africa, including Egypt. Written by Dr Isabelle Young, with a team of travel health experts, Healthy Travel Africa provides advice on planning your trip, staying healthy while travelling, and what to do if you run into problems.

• tailored advice for travellers of all ages and needs
• clear guidelines on treating common travel illnesses
• how to avoid wildlife hazards, from insects to hippos
• safety tips for outdoor action, including safaris and trekking
• comprehensive first-aid section

New features:
• New comprehensive section on digital photography
• Updated, user-friendly design
• More pages and more pictures
• New images with extended captions
• Updated foreword by Tony Wheeler

Updated Information:
• Techniques to help you make the most of your skills
• Advice on avoiding common photographic mistakes, plus a guide to photo etiquette
• A guide to buying photographic equipment
• Tips on protecting and caring for your camera gear while on the road
• The low-down on assessing, displaying and earning extra money with your photographs
• Now includes advice on digital photography throughout

Coverage: Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Southern Africa is an extraordinary and varied region. Explore its coral reefs and mountain peaks, fast towns and ghost towns, red deserts and Cape vineyards with this indispensable guide.

• 131 detailed maps, including a colour regional map
• up-to-date information on visas, border crossings and safety
• extensive advice on hiking, white-water rafting, pony trekking and bird watching
• a wide range of accommodation options, from camp sites to luxury lodges
• invaluable language sections, with phrases in 16 local languages

From hidden courtyards to wonderful local wines, from goulash to the Danube, get the most out of your stay in the 'first city' of Eastern Europe with this indispensable guide.

• full-colour city maps, including transport map
• extensive walking tours and a detailed museum section to guide you through the city
• accommodation, dining and entertainment options for all tastes and budgets
• concise and practical Hungarian language guide
• detailed coverage of excursions from the city

This guide will bring you to Boston's brewpubs, hidden alleys and revolutionary hangouts. Whether you catch a Sox game or roam the Freedom Trail, you'll find indispensable notes on all Beantown has to offer, from architecture and history to eclectic bookstores and clubs.

• 5 walking tours, including Beacon Hill and Harvard University
• coverage of campsites, colonial B&Bs and everything in between
• places to eat, from seafood shacks to ritzy restaurants - and a vote for the ultimate clam chowder
• excursions to Cape Cod, Salem, Concord, Gloucester and more
• 26-page full-color map section