Books in Marco Polo Spiral Guides series

For advice you can trust, look no further than Marco Polo.The Portugal Marco Polo Spiral Guide is a compact travel guide for people who have little time to prepare for a trip, don't want to miss anything, like to be inspired by great ideas for exciting days out and love all things ultra-practical and easy to use.Check out the colorful and vibrant markets, take a boat trip and discover the caves, bays and cliffs of the Algarve, relax with some friends and drink a bica (a short, black coffee) or take a hike in the country's beautiful mountainous regions! Portugal awaits!Inside the Portugal Marco Polo Spiral Guide:Top 10 sights: From the top down to make it easy to prioritize!That Portugal Feeling: provides tips to help you experience the essence of the country. Find out what makes Portugal tick and experience its unique flair - just like the locals themselves.Don't Miss: Each chapter highlights the absolute must-sees for each area and what to do at your leisure if time permits.Chapters: Lisbon & Around Lisbon, Northern Portugal, Central Portugal, The Alentejo, The Algarve. Organized by area; each chapter explores the most important and interesting sights. Restaurant recommendations, the best shopping streets and the hottest places to go for a night out are listed at the end of each chapter.Perfectly planned itineraries for each area including the best places to eat and drink along the way, each with its own map, make exploring easy and stress-free! Simply decide whether you want to travel on foot, by bike, car or public transport for Perfect days in Portugal!Tours Include: Lisbon, Port Country, Lower Alentejo, Lagos to Praia da Luz, Coverage of Belem, Sintra, Castelo de Sao Jorge, Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, Alfama, Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto, Casa de Mateus, Braga & Bom Jesus, Tomar, Mosteiro da Batalha, Coimbra, Fatima, Serra da Estrela, Evora, Vila Vicosa, Marvao, Praias do Algarve, Sagres & Cabo de Sao Vicente, Tavira and much more.Street atlas & pull out map: The best of both worlds! Some people prefer an atlas while others prefer a separate map - Marco Polo Spiral Guides have both! The separate, fully indexed pull-out map is handily placed in a high-quality plastic wallet at the back of the guide, which can also be used as a storage pocket.Top 10 reasons to come back: For those undecided about a return visit...there is a list of Top 10 reasons to come back again!

For advice you can trust, look no further than Marco Polo. California Marco Polo Spiral Guide is a compact travel guide for people who have little time to prepare for a trip, don't want to miss anything, like to be inspired by great ideas for exciting days out and love all things ultra-practical and easy to use. Inside the California Marco Polo Spiral Guide: Top 10 sights: We highlight the most important sights and sites of The Golden State which you won't want to miss! The California Feeling gives tips to help you experience the essence of this glorious state. From riding the oldest cable car in the world in San Francisco to hiking through a palm grove in Palm Canyon, let Marco Polo help you get under the skin of California to see what makes it tick. The Magazine section provides an interesting and entertaining account of life in the Golden State. From the glorious sun-kissed beaches, to the film stars, the palm trees and beyond these well-known images of California, this guides digs deep into the history looking at the gold rush that shaped the state. Don't miss: Each chapter highlights the absolute must-sees for each area and what to do at your leisure if time permits. In the five chapters organised by region and city, each chapter provides restaurant recommendations, the best shopping streets and the hottest places to go for a night out. Perfectly planned itineraries take you for a walk through Santa Barbara or on a driving tour along the famous coastal highway where you can enjoy this sun-drenched state on your own private road trip. All you need to do is decide whether you want to travel on foot, by bike, car or public transport for perfect days in California. Detailed 3D graphics take you into the Getty Center in Los Angeles and the Golden Gate Bridge giving you a real flavour of the amazing architecture. Street Atlas & pull out map: The best of both worlds! Some people prefer an atlas while others prefer a separate map - Marco Polo Spiral Guides have both. Top 10 reasons to come back: For those undecided about a return visit... there is a list of Top 10 reasons to come back again!

Let Marco Polo's Sicily travel guide show you the heart of Sicily. If you're a bit short of time to prepare for your trip, don't want to miss anything and like to be inspired by great ideas for exciting days out, look no further. This inspirational, itinerary-based, Sicily guide book comes in a unique, spiral bound format designed to be used on the move. Climb the famous Mount Etna, ride a Vespa through Centro Storico or visit the lemon groves on the island of Demeter. Sicily awaits! Each chapter in the Sicily Spiral Guide is based around a region and includes:• Instant knowledge - a neat, introductory overview split into 3 areas - Top 10, Don't Miss, At Your Leisure so you get an instant idea of what that area is like and whether it suits your mood that day• Inspirational ideas from dawn til dusk - ‘My Special Day' is a recommended tour exploring an area or a different aspect of the destination• Instant information – a straight to the point, unique, questioning structure highlights the key points for all Top 10 sights in a fun and highly accessible way• Relaxation – every sight has a suggestion for time out so you have time to pause and savour the moment whether it's in a park or people watching in a lovely coffee shop• Try something new – if you've been before our Insider Tips will uncover sides of the island that might have eluded you last timeIn addition to the refreshing, instant access content, the format of the guide makes it super easy to use on the move:• Spiral binding makes it easy to handle, you can fold the book back on itself so it's always ready on the page you need• Pocket size – easily fits in a pocket or small bag for quick reference• Use it on your road trip – road atlas and pull out map are also includedSo you haven't had a chance to sift through Trip Advisor, read that doorstep sized guide or get advice from your friends. No worries. Your Marco Polo Sicily Spiral Travel Guide is here to help. With all the key information neatly put together in this handy, pocket sized guide, you're good to go.

MARCO POLO Oslo: the Travel Guide with Insider TipsFully revised and updated and now with new Discovery Tours chapter.With this up-to-date, authoritative guide you can experience all the sights and Best Of recommendations for Oslo. Discover fabulous hotels, traditional restaurants, trendy places and entertainment venues. You'll also pick up tips on shopping, what to do on a limited budget, ideas for travel with kids and an overview of exciting festivals and events in the Norwegian capital. Also contains: Travel Tips, Links, Blogs, Apps & More, Useful Phrases in Norwegian and index.Norway's only major city can hardly be considered a metropolis. There's not a trace of hustle and bustle here. The people of Oslo themselves and the idyllic location in the Fjord and Fjell region set the pulse of the city.With MARCO POLO Oslo you'll discover a major city, but not a metropolis. With this practical travel guide, small enough to slip into your pocket, you can get to know a compact city, framed by forests and fjords. When you visit Oslo, it's a question of encountering contrasts over a very small area, an awareness of tradition and European modernity, a love of nature and the visions of a major city, wooden cabins and forward-looking architecture. Get to grips with the green coldness of the north, the warmth and openness of which only become apparent at second glance. In Oslo you'll find cultural experiences instead of shopping miles, nature instead of an expanse of high-rise buildings. Think major city and feel countryside: that's Oslo!MARCO POLO Oslo's Insider Tips tell you where you can observe the sunset reflected in the facades of the houses opposite; where you can marvel at the link between animal and man; and where you can buy lots of fish with lots of nostalgia. The Discovery Tours will escort you through the city in which you'll be able get to know Oslo's various features quickly and easily: from breakfast with café latte and a view of the Royal Palace; to a visit to Vigeland Park with its monumental sculptures and a ride up the breathtaking Holmenkollen Ski Jump; and to a hearty Norwegian evening meal in the lively Grønland quarter. The Best Of pages show you what's unique to Oslo as well as great places for free and lots of ideas for rainy days. The tips on what to do on a limited budget in each chapter show how you can experience a great deal with very little money, enjoy something special and snap up some real bargains.Whether it's the history of industry, shipping or sport: in Oslo tracking something down is always connected to an experience of nature. The MARCO POLO Walking Tours take you, for example, along Oslo's lifeline, the river Akerselva, with the promise of a pleasant day on the Bygdøy museum island. The Dos and Don'ts advise you why its best not even to try to haggle, and why you should give the Norwegian railways a wide berth.MARCO POLO Oslo gives comprehensive coverage all the city's districts. To help you find your way around there's a detailed street atlas and practical map inside the back cover, with public transport map and removable pull-out map.

Let Marco Polo's Venice Travel Guide show you the heart of Venice. If you're a bit short of time to prepare for your trip, don't want to miss anything and like to be inspired by great ideas for exciting days out, look no further. This inspirational, itinerary-based guide comes in a unique, spiral bound format designed to be used on the move. Visit Murano to see how glass is blown, take a canal cruise on a gondola or vaporetto and enjoy a night on Piazza San Marco. The city awaits!Each chapter in the Venice Spiral Guide is based around a region of the city and includes:• Instant knowledge - a neat, introductory overview split into 3 areas - Top 10, Don't Miss, At Your Leisure so you get an instant idea of what that area is like and whether it suits your mood that day• Inspirational ideas from dawn til dusk - ‘My Special Day' is a recommended tour exploring an area or a different aspect of the destination• Instant information – a straight to the point, unique, questioning structure highlights the key points for all Top 10 sights in a fun and highly accessible way• Relaxation – every sight has a suggestion for time out so you have time to pause and savor the moment whether it's in a park or people watching in a lovely coffee shop• Try something new – if you've been before our Insider Tips will uncover sides of the city that might have eluded you last timeIn addition to the refreshing, instant access content, the format of the guide makes it super easy to use on the move:• Spiral binding makes it easy to handle, you can fold the book back on itself so it's always ready on the page you need• Pocket size – easily fits in a pocket or small bag for quick reference• Use it on your walking tour – detailed street atlas and pull out map are also includedSo you haven't had a chance to sift through Trip Advisor, read that doorstep sized guide or get advice from your friends. No worries. Your Marco Polo Venice Spiral Travel Guide is here to help. With all the key information neatly put together in this handy, pocket sized guide, you're good to go.

Let Marco Polo's New Zealand Travel Guide show you to the heart of New Zealand. If you're a bit short of time to prepare for your trip, don't want to miss anything and like to be inspired by great ideas for exciting days out, look no further. This inspirational, itinerary-based guide comes in a unique, spiral bound format designed to be used on the move. Tuck into a hearty brunch, chill out and relax in one of the countless thermal springs, take an island-hopping mini cruise or sip the delicious locally produced wines! New Zealand awaits!Each chapter in the New Zealand Spiral Guide is based around a region and includes:Instant knowledge - a neat, introductory overview split into 3 sections - Top 10, Don't Miss, At Your Leisure so you get an instant idea of what that area is like and whether it suits your mood that dayInspirational ideas from dawn til dusk - ‘My Special Day' is a recommended tour exploring an area or a different aspect of the destinationInstant information – a straight to the point, unique, questioning structure highlights the key points for all Top 10 sights in a fun and highly accessible wayRelaxation – every sight has a suggestion for time out, so you have time to pause and savor the moment whether it's in a park or people watching in a lovely coffee shopTry something new – if you've been before our Insider Tips will uncover sides of the country that might have eluded you last timeIn addition to the refreshing, instant access content, the format of the guide makes it super easy to use on the move:Spiral binding makes it easy to handle, you can fold the book back on itself so it's always ready on the page you needPocket size – easily fits in a pocket or small bag for quick referenceUse it on your road trip – road atlas and pull out map are also includedSo, you haven't had a chance to sift through Trip Advisor, read that doorstep sized guide or get advice from your friends. No worries. Your Marco Polo New Zealand Spiral Travel Guide is here to help. With all the key information neatly put together in this handy, pocket sized guide, you're good to go.

For advice you can trust, look no further than Marco Polo.The Sardinia Marco Polo Spiral Guide is a compact travel guide for people who have little time to prepare for a trip, don't want to miss anything, like to be inspired by great ideas for exciting days out and love all things ultra-practical and easy to use.Enjoy the refreshing evening breeze over an aperitivo, feast on delicious local delicacies, discover the beach paradise of the Spiaggia de La Cinta - with crystal-clear water and white sand speckled pink by flamingos or climb the peak of Monte Novo! Sardinia awaits!Inside the Sardinia Marco Polo Spiral Guide:Top 10 sights: From the top down to make it easy to prioritize!That Sardinia Feeling: provides tips to help you experience the essence of the country. Find out what makes Sardinia tick and experience its flair - just like the locals themselves.Don't miss: Each chapter highlights the absolute must-sees for each area and what to do at your leisure if time permits.Chapters: Cagliari & the South, Oristano & the West, Nuoro & the East, Sassari & the Northwest, The Northeast. Organized by area; each chapter explores the most important and interesting sights. Restaurant recommendations, the best shopping streets and the hottest places to go for a night out are listed at the end of each chapter. Perfectly planned itineraries for each area including the best places to eat and drink along the way, each with its own map, make exploring easy and stress-free! Simply decide whether you want to travel on foot, by bike, car or public transport for Perfect Days in Sardinia!Tours include: Cagliari to Villasimuius, Oristano & Sinis Peninsula, Alghero, Gennargentu Mountains, Isola Caprera.Coverage of Quartiere di Castello, Cagliari, Nuraghe Su Nuraxi, Villasimius, Sarrabus, Nora, Penisola del Sinis, Oristano, Nuraghe Losa, Golfo di Orosei, Tiscali Villaggio Nuragico, Nuoro, Capo Caccia & Grotta di Nettuno, Alghero, Sassari, Arcipelago de La Maddalena, Olbia, Isola Tavolara, Costa Smeralda and much more.Street Atlas & pull out map: The best of both worlds! Some people prefer an atlas while others prefer a separate map - Marco Polo Spiral Guides have both! The separate, fully indexed pull-out map is handily placed in a high-quality plastic wallet at the back of the guide, which can also be used as a storage pocket.Top 10 reasons to come back: For those undecided about a return visit...there is a list of Top 10 reasons to come back again!

Marco Polo Pocket Guide Norway: the Travel Guide with Insider TipsExplore Norway with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants, the country's trendiest places, and get tips on shopping and what to do on a limited budget. There are plenty of ideas for travel with kids, and a summary of all the festivals and events that take place. Let Marco Polo show you all that Norway has to offer…Norway is a paradise for nature lovers, shaped by environmental and climatic extremes. The beauty of the landscape, the culture rooted in ancient traditions and the hospitable people make Norway a fascinating destination. This practical, pocket-sized guide leads you to the beaches and islands, to mighty glaciers and vast plateaus, and along the spectacular fjords that cut right in to the mountains. Norway offers a wide range of attractions: skiing and hiking can be just as much a part of your holiday as the unique stave churches or a cruise along the endless coast… This is Norway!Your Marco Polo Norway Pocket Guide includes:• Insider Tips – we show you the hidden gems and little-known secrets that offer a real insight into this wonderful country. Discover Scandinavia’s smallest church or explore an ice tunnel beneath Galdhøpiggen Mountain in the world’s first climate park. • Best of – find the best things to do for free, the best ‘only in’ Norway experiences, the best things to do if it rains and the best places to relax and spoil yourself.• Sightseeing – all the top sights are organized by area so you can easily plan your trip. • Discovery Tours – specially tailored tours will get you to the heart of Norway. You can experience all of Norway’s unique character with these personal tours including a trip along Norway’s longest and most beautiful road, Coastal Route 17, and a 9-day tour of Norway’s diverse countryside. • Norway in full-color – Marco Polo Pocket Guide Norway includes full-color photos throughout the guide bringing the country to life offering you a real taste of what you can see and enjoy on your trip.• Touring App – you can download any of the Discovery Tours to your smartphone, complete with the detailed route description and map exactly as featured in the guide, free of charge. The maps can be used offline too, so no roaming charges. The perfect navigational tool with distance indicators and landmarks highlighting the correct direction to travel in as well as GPS coordinates along the way. Enjoy stress-free sightseeing and never get lost again! • Road Atlas and pull-out map – we’ve included a detailed road atlas and a handy, pull-out map so you can pop the guide in your bag for a full-on sightseeing day or head out with just the map to enjoy your Discovery Tour. A small street map of Oslo is also included. • Useful Norwegian phrases – the essential words and phrases are included to help you get by. Trust Marco Polo Pocket Guide Norway to show you around this wonderful country. The comprehensive coverage and unique insights will ensure you experience everything Norway has to offer and more. The special tips, personal insights and unusual experiences will help you make the most of your trip - just arrive and enjoy.

For advice you can trust, look no further than Marco Polo.The Australia Marco Polo Spiral Guide is a compact travel guide for people who have little time to prepare for a trip, don't want to miss anything, like to be inspired by great ideas for exciting days out and love all things ultra-practical and easy to use.Discover the best beaches, soak up the coffee culture, spend an evening under the stars or get up close with koalas, Kangaroos & co! Australia awaits!Inside the Australia Marco Polo Spiral Guide:Top 10 sights: From the top down to make it easy to prioritize!That Australia Feeling: provides tips to help you experience the essence of the country. Find out what makes Australia tick and experience its unique flair - just like the locals themselves.Don't miss: Each chapter highlights the absolute must-sees for each area and what to do at your leisure if time permits.Chapters: Sydney, New South Wales & Canberra, Victoria, Queensland, Northern Territory, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania. Organized by area; each chapter explores the most important and interesting sights. Restaurant recommendations, the best shopping streets and the hottest places to go for a night out are listed at the end of each chapter.Perfectly planned itineraries for each area including the best paces to eat and drink along the way, each with its own map, make exploring easy and stress-free! Simply decide whether you want to travel on foot, by bike, car or public transport for Perfect Days in Australia!Tours include: Shores of Mosman Bay, the Dandenong Ranges and the Southern Highlands. Coverage of Sydney Harbour, Sydney Opera House, Canberra, Blue Mountains, Melbourne, Phillip Island, The Great Ocean Road, Great Barrier Reef, Gold Coast, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Barossa Valley, Adelaide, Margaret River, Perth, Fremantle, Port Arthur, Cradle Mountain and much more.Street Atlas & pull out map: The best of both worlds! Some people prefer an atlas while others prefer a separate map - Marco Polo Spiral Guides have both! The separate, fully indexed pull-out map is handily placed in a high-quality plastic wallet at the back of the guide, which can also be used as a storage pocket.Top 10 reasons to come back: For those undecided about a return visit...there is a list of Top 10 reasons to come back again!

For advice you can trust, look no further than Marco Polo. London Marco Polo Spiral Guide is a compact travel guide for people who have little time to prepare for a trip, don't want to miss anything, like to be inspired by great ideas for exciting days out and love all things ultra-practical and easy to use. Visit the Queen at Buckingham Palace, ride the London Eye or go shopping at Portabello market. The city awaits! Inside the London Marco Polo Spiral Guide: Top 10 sights: From the top down to make it easy to prioritize! The London Feeling gives tips to help you experience the essence of the city - for example, having a picnic in one of the many parks or afternoon tea in an elegant hotel. Get under the skin of London to see what makes it tick. The Magazine section provides an interesting and entertaining account of life on the Thames. It talks about London's "green lungs", the extensive royal parks - great for walks and open-air events. It also talks about the city's traditional pubs as well as the famous London music scene and how you can experience this British metropolis for free. Don't miss: Each chapter highlights the absolute must-sees for each area and what to do at your leisure if time permits. In the five chapters organized by area, each chapter provides restaurant recommendations, the best shopping streets and the hottest places to go for a night out. Perfectly planned itineraries lead you through the capital revealing the most popular attractions for each area including the best places to eat and drink along the way, each with its own map. Simply decide whether you want to travel on foot, by bike, car or public transport for perfect days in London. Detailed 3D graphics reveal the interior of attractions such as St Paul's Cathedral and the Houses of Parliament. Excursions take you to Kew or Windsor - where you can see a bit more of what London's suburbs have to offer. Coverage of St James's, Mayfair, Piccadilly, Westminster, South Bank, Knightsbridge, Kensington, Chelsea, Covent Garden, Bloomsbury, Soho and much more!Street Atlas & pull out map: The best of both worlds! Some people prefer an atlas while others prefer a separate map - Marco Polo Spiral Guides have both. Top 10 reasons to come back: For those undecided about a return visit... there is a list of Top 10 reasons to come back again!

Marco Polo Pocket Guide Ireland: the Travel Guide with Insider TipsExplore Ireland with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants, the country's trendiest places, and get tips on shopping and what to do on a limited budget. There are plenty of ideas for travel with kids, and a summary of all the festivals and events that take place. Let Marco Polo show you all that Ireland has to offer…Failte go Eireann: Welcome to Ireland! There are so many ways to experience the beauty of the Emerald Isle, from enjoying a Guinness in the pub, hiking along the cliffs of the West Coast, or simply chatting with the friendly locals. This practical pocket-sized guide takes you from thatched cottages to romantic castles, rocky coastlines and picturesque little towns to lively Dublin… This is Ireland!Your Marco Polo Ireland Pocket Guide includes:• Insider Tips – we show you the hidden gems and little-known secrets that offer a real insight into this wonderful country. Stay in a castle, enjoy a Skyline tour at Croke Park with breath-taking views across Dublin or discover where to spot puffins, seals and dolphins. • Best of – find the best things to do for free, the best ‘only in' Ireland experiences, the best things to do if it rains and the best places to relax and spoil yourself.• Sightseeing – all the top sights are organized by area so you can easily plan your trip. • Discovery Tours – specially tailored tours will get you to the heart of Ireland. You can experience all of Ireland's unique character with these personal tours including a trip north of the border to Belfast and the Giant's Causeway and a 10-day tour of Ireland's most splendid landmarks. • Ireland in full-color – Marco Polo Pocket Guide Ireland includes full-color photos throughout the guide bringing the country to life offering you a real taste of what you can see and enjoy on your trip.• Touring App – you can download any of the Discovery Tours to your smartphone, complete with the detailed route description and map exactly as featured in the guide, free of charge. The maps can be used offline too, so no roaming charges. The perfect navigational tool with distance indicators and landmarks highlighting the correct direction to travel in as well as GPS coordinates along the way. Enjoy stress-free sightseeing and never get lost again! • Road Atlas and pull-out map – we've included a detailed road atlas and a handy, pull-out map so you can pop the guide in your bag for a full-on sightseeing day or head out with just the map to enjoy your Discovery Tour. Three small street maps of Dublin, Limerick and Cork are also included. Trust Marco Polo Pocket Guide Ireland to show you around this wonderful country. The comprehensive coverage and unique insights will ensure you experience everything Ireland has to offer and more. The special tips, personal insights and unusual experiences will help you make the most of your trip - just arrive and enjoy.

Marco Polo Pocket Guide Santorini: the Travel Guide with Insider TipsExplore Santorini with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants, the island's trendiest places, and get tips on shopping and what to do on a limited budget. There are plenty of ideas for travel with kids, and a summary of all the festivals and events that take place. Let Marco Polo show you all this idyllic Greek island has to offer…From the picturesque, white-washed villages to the glorious crystal clear, turquoise waters of the Aegean to the ancient ruins of Akrotíri, a unique Bronze Age town, Santorini has everything you need for a wonderful, relaxing holiday. This practical, pocket-sized guide will help you discover where to see the most breath-taking sunsets and in which tavernas you can enjoy excellent dishes and fresh fish at fair prices. This is Santorini! Your Marco Polo Santorini Pocket Guide includes:• Insider Tips – we show you the hidden gems and little known secrets that offer a real insight into this heavenly island.• Best of – find the best things to do for free, the best ‘only in' Santorini experiences, the best things to do if it rains and the best places to relax and spoil yourself.• Sightseeing – all of the top sights are organized by areas of the island so you can easily plan your trip. • Discovery Tours – specially tailored tours that will get you to the heart of Santorini. Here are inspirational itineraries that will help you enjoy authentic Santorini.• Santorini in full-color – Marco Polo Pocket Guide Santorini includes full-color photos throughout the guide bringing the island to life offering you a real taste of what you can see and enjoy on your trip.• Touring App – you can download any of the Discovery Tours to your smartphone, complete with the detailed route description and map exactly as featured in the guide, free of charge. The maps can be used offline too, so no roaming charges. The perfect navigational tool with distance indicators and landmarks highlighting the correct direction to travel in as well as GPS coordinates along the way. Enjoy stress-free sightseeing and never get lost again! • Road Atlas and pull-out map – we've included a detailed road atlas and a handy, pull-out map so you can pop the guide in your bag for a full-on sightseeing day or head out with just the map to enjoy your Discovery Tour.• Useful Greek phrases – the essential words and phrases are included to help you get by. Trust Marco Polo Pocket Guide Santorini to show you around this iconic Greek island. The comprehensive coverage and unique insights will ensure you experience everything Santorini has to offer and more. The special tips, personal insights and unusual experiences will help you make the most of your trip - just arrive and enjoy.