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Monocle
Monocle New York Travel Guide - Updated Edition
$38.00
A journey through New York’s outposts of good food, design, retail and more, this definitive travel guide will make you feel like a local no matter where you are from.Visit product page →
New York used to be such an easy city to crack for the visitor. Not only was there that simple-to-master grid of streets but, really, who wanted to stray from Manhattan? Today, while that stretch from Wall Street to the Upper East Side and beyond still enchants, awes, and bamboozles, you really do need to cross some bridges and head upstate. The city’s focus has fractured and shifted and you ignore the appeal of, say, Brooklyn at your peril. This is especially true of anyone wanting to grasp the city’s fast-evolving food scene, discover some fresh design ateliers, go for a run, or buy some less-exposed art.
Monocle has had a bureau in New York since its launch in 2007 and it has a shop in the city too. This has made the Monocle team passionate about the place and its ambitions. This book is a celebration of all that they know and love about New York and it should be used to take you beyond the obvious spots (although who wouldn’t want to hit the museum biggies). New York can easily live up to its movie-star good looks but let it be a city that surprises you, too―in a good way. -
James Lowen & Hilary Bradt
Kidding Around - Tales of Travel With Children
$30.00
Becoming a parent need to not put an end to wanderlust. That's the message in this new anthology from Bradt, the latest in a series of collections of real-life tales focusing on different aspects of travel. With contributions from a range of both well-known, professional travel writers and newer writers from the UK and North America, this engaging and entertaining compilation of 37 stories lifts the lid on the perils and joys of travelling with babies, toddlers and teenagers in locations spanning five continents.Visit product page →
Contributors include renowned travel writer Dervla Murphy, National Geographic Traveller Editorial Director Maria Pieri, multi-award winning authors Adrian Phillips and Mike Unwin, and nature writers Amy-Jane Beer and Nicola Chester to name just a few. Potentially life-threatening situations, confessions of inept parenting and celebrations of derring-do are all part of the mix.
There's plenty of adventurous travel, from trekking with toddlers in the Himalayas to sailing en famille across the Atlantic Ocean and the first circumnavigation of Mauritius by bicycle. Read how one mother threatens to dump her baby on jobsworth airport officials, how a father inadvertently takes his daughters to a brothel, and how one family turned up six hours early for a flight. and still managed to miss it. Join families paddling with crocodiles and getting their jeep stuck on a beach as the tide is coming in, or eleven-month-old Rory as he eats alongside marine iguanas and three-year-old Quin who befriends a family of cockroaches.
At times comical, hair-raising or just plain fun, there are also magical moments with wild creatures or in wild places. For anyone who has ever travelled with children, or wondered what it must be like to head out into the unknown with little ones in tow, this is a captivating read.
About the Authors
Compiled from tales written by 37 different authors, this anthology has been edited by seasoned travellers Hilary Bradt, founder of Bradt Travel Guides, author of many guides and narratives, and editor of Bradt's previous anthologies, and James Lowen, wildlife photographer and writer who has travelled widely to share wildlife-watching experiences with his daughter, whether climbing Spanish mountains in pursuit of chamois, scouring Atlantic waves for the fins of whales or catching viperine snakes in Portugal. -
John Lander
World Heritage Japan
$75.00
Visit product page →Author and photographer John Lander takes the magnificent UNESCO World Heritage sites of Japan as a starting point for exploring the country's architecture, history, customs and festivals. Lander, who has lived in Japan for 35 years, travelled to almost all the country's UNESCO sites: from well-known places like Mount Fuji to hidden temple gardens and hard-to-reach wild islands.
This book also includes cultural elements listed as intangible world heritage, providing intimate portraits of Japanese cuisine, crafts and performance arts. With a lyrical preface by Pico Iyer and illustrated with over 180 full-colour photographs, World Heritage Japan is Lander's personal photographic tribute to a diverse and ancient culture - a stunning visual journey across Japan.
Book Features:- Photographer and longtime Japan resident captures stunning images of Japan's many UNESCO World Heritage sites
- Stunning full-colour photographs
- Preface by Pico Iyer
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Iain Campbell
From The Lion's Mouth - A Journey Along The Indus
$25.00
Long fascinated by religion and mountains, Iain Campbell undertook a slow journey following the course of the Indus River from its mouth in the mud flats of Karachi through the Karakorum, Kashmir and the Himalayas to its source on the Tibetan plateau where it springs from a glacier on Mount Kailash, a mountain Buddhists believe is the centre of the world.Visit product page →
From the Lion's Mouth is a book about the transformative experience of his journey, and the pleasures of meandering solo and slowly through country that rises from desert plains to Himalayan peaks.
About the Author
Iain Campbell has been fascinated by mountains for as long as he can remember and has travelled widely in the mountains of his home country of Scotland and further afield. He studied history at Oxford University where he specialised in medieval religious history. In 2002 he decided to combine these interests by travelling to the holy mountains of Asia.
Campbell's first book, With Unblest Feet, tells the story of a journey among the mountain pilgrims of the Silk Road. His second book, From the Lion's Mouth, is about Pakistan, a country which combines a rich religious heritage and some of the most spectacular mountains in the world. It is the account of a slow journey through this mesmerizing country in 2004, following the Indus River from its mouth near Karachi through the Punjab and Kashmir to the Tibetan Plateau where the river finds its source. He lives with his family in Edinburgh and continues to travel frequently to Asia. -
Marta & Ki-Yan
Ki-Yan's Kyoto
$40.00
Visit product page →Introducing the unique mural artwork of Japanese pop artist Ki-Yan, in English for the first time .
This handy English-Japanese guide introduces more than 50 works located in Kyoto (from over 150 artworks worldwide) by the contemporary mural artist Ki-Yan (Hideki Kimura). Through over 400 colour illustrations you will discover Ki-Yan’ s unique artwork in cafes, restaurants, shops and even a police station! -
Smudge Publishing
Smudge Eats: Melbourne
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This Smudge Eats Melbourne guide crams the city's mouth-watering offerings into bite-sized pieces for you to savour through the course of a day. Begin with a caffeine kick at one of Melbourne's world-renowned espresso bars, chase it with a memorable culinary experience, and top it all off with a cocktail or locally brewed craft beer before lapping up the city's stellar nightlife.Visit product page → -
Smudge Publishing
Smudge Eats: Adelaide
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Visit product page →This Smudge Eats Adelaide pocket guide packs together some of the city's best places to laze over a latte, chow down on some delectable food or sip a martini in a hideaway speakeasy. We know true food-lovers are willing to adventure far and wide for good grub and delicious drops, so we've popped in our top tips to explore regional food and wine destinations in greater South Australia.
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Anna Hurley
Paris En Famille
$12.00
Visit product page →This guide comprises 40 spots that all family members will enjoy: places to eat, museums, shops, parks and other sights. There's the bridge from Madeline, gallons of chocolate mousse, and stinky cheese that may bring squeals of delight or of horror.
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STEPHEN CRAFTI
Melbourne Secrets: Cuisine, Culture, Fashion, Interiors
$60.00
Visit product page →An insightful travel resource capturing Melbourne's secret spots for great fashion, cafe culture and urban delights. Melbourne is a stately European-style city that emanates elegance and charm. The city's laneways are filled with surprises, and the generous parklands and wide boulevards make for an enjoyable afternoon stroll. The city's vibrant cafe culture and sartorial splendour add to this European sensibility. By exploring Melbourne's bustling streets and laneways you will encounter a rich architectural legacy and extraordinary contemporary artistic flair. There are also gems hidden in the basement of a building, or via a flight of stairs leading above the street. Make sure you look up, too, as some of the interesting decor is way above eye level. Capturing the essence of Melbourne is a challenge. Many of the city's unique places are difficult to find, often discovered by word of mouth or simply by getting lost. Rather than try and list every great place and every 'local', this book focuses on a few of the most fascinating areas and their attractions. 'Melbourne Secrets' tempts the reader with a taste of the delights this capital has to offer, through lavish photography and insightful suggestions. This book trails two very successful books in the series, 'Paris Secrets' and 'Rome Secrets.' This latest volume is a modern guide for the urban aesthete - it's perfect for those who are already in love with Melbourne, or those planning a memorable first visit - it is both a beautifully illustrated travel resource and a love letter to the city that captures Melbourne's unique history and atmosphere in spectacular detail. AUTHOR: Stephen Crafti began his career as a town planner, but turned to writing on architecture and design in 1991, following his purchase of a modernist 1950s architect-designed home. He began writing on post-war architecture and design for newspapers and design magazines before branching out to write on all aspects of contemporary design, including furniture, fashion and the decorative arts. As well as books, Crafti also writes for several of Australia's leading design magazines including 'Indesign, Vogue Living Australia' as well as writing on fashion for 'Men's Style Magazine.' He also contributes to 'Wallpaper magazine.' Crafti also has a weekly column with the 'Australian Financial Review.
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Robert West
Eet Smakelijk: Dutch to English Dictionary of Gastronomic Terms (Dictionaries of Gastronomic Terms Book 4)
$15.00
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$15.00
Part of the joy of a meal abroad is the anticipation, the excitement of expectation.Visit product page →
That thrill is certainly heightened when you know what you have ordered!
The purpose of this small volume is to enhance that expectation, to describe what gastronomic delight, or the opposite, is awaiting those who might order that otherwise unknown. It is also intended to help the adventurous, who seek out new or unusual dishes, to make the most of whatever is on offer. And it aims to avoid those sometimes comical translations often to be found even in the finest establishments. -
Victionary
Citix60 City Guides - Portland
$20.00
Visit product page →Brought to you by Viction: ary, CITIX60 is the locals guide to some of the worlds most renowned design hubs cities that lead the world in creative output. Curated by a select group of artists, designers, chefs, architects, musicians, photographers and filmmakers that call each city home, these books provide an insiders look at the hidden gems that make a trip memorable. Museums, notable architecture and sculpture, cultural icons, public events and more every necessity is covered, along with up-to-date recommendations on the hottest accommodations, eateries and shops, each imbued with a cities distinctive flair. A handy section on travel tips includes basic information on getting around. Detailed maps and QR codes provide ease of travel and a blank section at the back with lined, gridded and blank pages allows for note taking and sketching. Beautiful photographs throughout set the tone and provide a sense of the aesthetic appeal of each venue. In addition, the dust jacket for each volume unfolds to reveal an illustrated map of each city. Don't forget to pack this small but informative travel guide on your next excursion!
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Victionary
Citix60 City Guides - Istanbul
$20.00
Visit product page →Brought to you by Viction: ary, CITIX60 is the locals guide to some of the worlds most renowned design hubs cities that lead the world in creative output. Curated by a select group of artists, designers, chefs, architects, musicians, photographers and filmmakers that call each city home, these books provide an insiders look at the hidden gems that make a trip memorable. Museums, notable architecture and sculpture, cultural icons, public events and more every necessity is covered, along with up-to-date recommendations on the hottest accommodations, eateries and shops, each imbued with a cities distinctive flair. A handy section on travel tips includes basic information on getting around. Detailed maps and QR codes provide ease of travel and a blank section at the back with lined, gridded and blank pages allows for note taking and sketching. Beautiful photographs throughout set the tone and provide a sense of the aesthetic appeal of each venue. In addition, the dust jacket for each volume unfolds to reveal an illustrated map of each city. Don't forget to pack this small but informative travel guide on your next excursion!
