National Geographic Traveler Provence and the Cote D'azur

National Geographic Traveler Provence and the Cote D'azur
Author: Barbara Noe Kennedy
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2016-02-02
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1426215479

Discover the best of Provence and explore its charming towns and cities, medieval abbeys, storybook castles, and Roman monuments. Follow this guided tour through its magical landscapes--fields of red poppies, fragrant lavender, olive trees, and sunflowers. The tour begins in Avignon, famed for its Palais des Papes, and moves into the surrounding countryside, including Orange and its Roman-era coliseum, and the charming hill towns of Gordes, Roussillon, and Bonnieux. On to the Bouches du Rhone, featuring Arles, van Gogh's old haunt; Les Baux and its troubadour-era remains; the Camargue, the marshy land of Provençal cowboys and flamingoes; and chic and elegant Aix-en-Provence. After exploring revitalized Marseille, with its new museum, you are introduced to the Var, with its Mediterranean paradises of St. Tropez, Antibes, and the resort islands of Hyères, Porquerolles, and Port-Cros. Farther east awaits the fabled French Riviera, including the glittering towns of St. Tropez, Cannes, Nice, regal Monaco, and Menton, with its new Jean Cocteau museum. Finally, you discover Provence's more rugged side in Haute Provence, domain of the Gorges du Verdon. Favorites include driving and walking tours (a drive through Var's wine region and walks in Old Aix and Old Nice); detailed features on history, culture, and contemporary life; and 3-D illustrations. The guide also includes an in-depth chapter on Provence's history and culture, and a detailed section of practical information, including how to get around Provence, an extensive listing of handpicked hotels and restaurants, and select activities and entertainment options. Among the new features added to this completely updated and revised edition are a helpful "charting your trip" section, which helps you plan your week or two-week trip; experiential sidebars that show you how to delve into the authentic side of Provence, including staying in a bastide; the ins-and-outs of shopping at local markets; wine-tasting at Chateauneuf-du-Pape; and insider tips from local and National Geographic experts.

Provence and the Cote D'Azur

Provence and the Cote D'Azur
Author: Barbara A. Noe
Publisher:
Total Pages: 239
Release: 2005
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9780792295426

Two new volumes in the award-winning, lavishly illustrated National Geographic Traveler series take readers through the shimmering Cote d'Azur, the glories of Provence, and to the fascinating Mediterranean melting pot that is Sicily. 150 full-color photos. 15 maps.

Provence & the Côte D'Azur

Provence & the Côte D'Azur
Author: Barbara A. Noe
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2008
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9781426202353

In this completely updated guide to Provence and the Côte D'Azur, 'National Geographic Traveler' continues its highly acclaimed formula of combining in-depth description with spectacular, photography, maps, and artwork.

National Geographic Traveler: France

National Geographic Traveler: France
Author: Rosemary Bailey
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 404
Release: 2007
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 9781426200274

From central Paris to the farthest reaches of the provinces, this new edition presents up-to-date guidance for visiting the Loire Valley, Mont St.-Michel, Normandy's battlefields, and other popular destinations, along with lesser known attractions such as the charming vine-striped Var region of Provence and tiny Mirepoix in the Pyrenees.

National Geographic Traveler Costa Rica

National Geographic Traveler Costa Rica
Author: Christopher P. Baker
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 276
Release: 2009
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9781426203879

All the travel experts agree--consumers want more and different experiences from travel than they did in the past. They want to deeply understand their destination before they go, feel a meaningful connection to the place while there, and return home feeling enriched and ready to share their experiences with others. With these trends in mind, and the results of extensive, proprietary market research, "National Geographic Traveler" has been enhanced with engaging new features and a contemporary redesign. Each guide begins with an introduction that enables the traveler to sample a bit of the culture, history, and attractions before they go and plan the trip based on their own interests and length of stay. Travelers can immerse themselves in active, in-country "Experiences" and "Off-the-Beaten-Path Excursions" they won't find anywhere else, like visiting a family in a South African township or learning to cook Maori cuisine with a renowned New Zealand chef. Other new features, such as "Insider Tips" from National Geographic photographers, writers, and experts, as well as "Not-To-Be-Missed" lists ensure that each person's visit will be one-of-a-kind and memorable. To make the most of these and all the other great new features, the guides' design has been simplified, opened up, and enhanced with easy-to-read tinted sections. Gorgeous color photographs, high-quality maps, and the popular walking and driving tours are still highlights of our crisp, new look. To complete the update, our new covers boast a striking, single image of the destination, along with the clear National Geographic branding that signifies quality, trust, and all the best in travel. With more than a century of travel expertise, new content, and a new look, "National Geographic Traveler" is the right guide at the right time--poised to meet the changing needs of today's traveler better than ever and better than anyone. Costa Rica is rich in flora, fauna, and adventure. Learn how to save macaws, speak Spanish, and immerse in the coffee culture.

National Geographic Traveler - Mediterranean

National Geographic Traveler - Mediterranean
Author: Tim Jepson
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 324
Release: 2015-03-03
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1426214634

An overview of the best Mediterranean sights to help you plan your visit, whether you're traveling by cruise ship, car, or train.

National Geographic Traveler: Mexico

National Geographic Traveler: Mexico
Author: Jane Onstott
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 412
Release: 2006
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9780792253198

This second edition of 'Mexico' is a comprehensive guide that deftly captures Mexico's vibrancy, colour and rich history. From Baja's wale-filled bays and alluring resorts to Mexico City's colonial charm to jungles filled with Mayan ruins, the author describes the best sights to visit and how to visit them.

National Geographic Traveler: Australia

National Geographic Traveler: Australia
Author: Roff Martin Smith
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 404
Release: 2008
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9781426202292

A popular series of guidebooks for the modern-day traveler offering information on cities and countries around the world continues, presenting up-to-date backgrounds and descriptions, detailed maps, hundreds of photographs, and much more, including walking and driving tours, visitor information directories, and cultural sidebars.

National Geographic Traveler: Italy

National Geographic Traveler: Italy
Author: Tim Jepson
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 404
Release: 2008
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9781426202230

A popular series of guidebooks for the modern-day traveler offering information on cities and countries around the world continues, presenting up-to-date backgrounds and descriptions, detailed maps, hundreds of photographs, and much more, including walking and driving tours, visitor information directories, and cultural sidebars.

National Geographic Traveler: Arizona

National Geographic Traveler: Arizona
Author: Bill Weir
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 276
Release: 2008
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 9781426202285

These information-packed guides offer savvy advice and the in-depth information that sophisticated travelers demand. Each guide features: Detailed background and site descriptions; mapped walking and driving tours; full-service sidebars with fascinating vignettes on history, culture, and contemporary life; a 60-page directory of visitor information, including notable hotels and restaurants, entertainment, and shopping; and foldout end flaps, printed with maps and quick reference information, that serve as handy bookmarks.