Armchair Travel
Unable to travel abroad this summer? No problem! DK serves up four books that allow you to see the world without worrying about baggage claim.
Can’t get to China for the Olympics? Eyewitness Travel Guides: China will transport you there from the confines of your home, mapping the country and setting it in its historical and cultural context. Explore the Great Wall and the Forbidden City, see the Terracotta Army in Shaanxi province, and visit Hong Kong all in one day. You will find descriptions of the most important sights with maps, pictures, and illustrations throughout the book.
Longing for a summer vacation to Italy? Eyewitness Travel Guides: Italy has mapped out all of the remarkable flavors of Italy. See the classic beauty of “The Eternal City,” take a walk through the breathtaking Tuscan countryside, ride a gondola through the canals of Venice, and much more. Packed with photographs, illustrations, and maps, Italy is just a page-turn away.
Always dreamed of being in Paris when it sizzles? Now you can be there without spending any precious pennies. Take a stroll along the Seine, tour Montmartre, visit the Moulin Rouge, and explore the Eiffel Tower. Eyewitness Travel Guides: Paris features all the main sights, complete with maps, photographs, and detailed illustrations. A priceless trip without the cost of airfare.
With an introduction by travel expert and “TravelScope” host Joseph Rosendo, and written by authors with expert knowledge of the countries and activities, Where to Go When is the ultimate guide to the perfect destination for each month of the year. Discover the best time to visit each destination, the best sites to see, and the best things to do. Whatever you want to do, you can—and in any month of the year. Superb photography captures the very essence of each destination. You can travel all over the world in three months and never worry about losing your passport!
Each year, the world-renowned Culinary Institute of America (CIA) selects one nation’s cuisine to highlight during “Worlds of Flavor,” its flagship conference and festival. DK Publishing is delighted to partner with CIA to bring this extravaganza into your home with the publication of Spain and the World Table. Comprised of 125 exotic, mouth-watering recipes from 25 leading chefs from Spain and the US, Spain and the World Table honors the timeless traditions of this culturally diverse nation and celebrates the newest flavors and techniques emerging from Spain’s most creative kitchens. Beautiful photographs and delicious recipes of colorful tapas, fragrant soups, savory seafood paellas, and delectable sweets bring Spain into your home. Make these accessible Spanish dishes yourself and travel to Spain from your very own kitchen.
Want to travel to below the equator and not worry about sunscreen? Eyewitness Travel Guides: Peru is your ticket to an exotic trip without the sunburn. Scale and explore Machu Picchu, sail down the Amazon, and walk around the capital city of Lima. Jam-packed with maps, illustrations, and photographs, it’s a dream vacation without leaving the porch.
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