Christopher P. Baker Livres

Travel experts agree that consumers now seek more meaningful experiences from their journeys. They desire a deep understanding of their destination before traveling, a genuine connection while there, and a sense of enrichment to share upon returning home. In response to these evolving trends and extensive market research, National Geographic Traveler has undergone a contemporary redesign, incorporating engaging new features. Each guide starts with an introduction that allows travelers to explore the culture, history, and attractions, enabling personalized trip planning based on individual interests and duration of stay. Unique in-country "Experiences" and "Off-the-Beaten-Path Excursions" offer opportunities like visiting families in South African townships or learning Maori cooking with a renowned chef in New Zealand. New elements such as "Insider Tips" from National Geographic experts and curated "Not-To-Be-Missed" lists ensure memorable visits. The design has been simplified and enhanced for readability, featuring stunning color photographs, high-quality maps, and popular walking and driving tours. The updated covers showcase striking images of destinations alongside the trusted National Geographic branding. With over a century of travel expertise and fresh content, National Geographic Traveler is perfectly positioned to meet the evolving needs of today's travelers, offering a guide that stands out in the market. Costa Rica,

Award-winning travel writer Christopher P. Baker knows the best ways to experience Costa Rica—from surfing the beaches of Golfo Dulce to hiking in Corcovado National Park and dining in the upscale Escazu barrio in San Jose. Baker includes unique trip ideas, such as The 21-Day Best of Costa Rica, The Offbeat Experience, and Seven Days for Active Vacationers. Complete with details on the best beaches for surfing and a variety of opportunities to get outdoors, Moon Costa Rica gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

Professional travel writer Christopher P. Baker shares his insider tips and secrets on the best Costa Rica has to offer

Offers descriptions and travel tips to such natural environments as the Himalayan Mountains, Ngoronongoro Crater, and Tasmanian wilderness, and provides information on conservation and ecological issues.

The DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Costa Rica is your indispensable guide to this beautiful part of the world. The fully updated guide includes unique cutaways, floorplans and reconstructions of the must-see sites, plus street-by-street maps of all the fascinating cities and towns. The new-look guide is also packed with photographs and illustrations leading you straight to the best attractions on offer. The DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Costa Rica will help you to discover everything region-by-region; from local festivals and markets to day trips around the countryside. Detailed listings will guide you to the best hotels, restaurants, bars and shops for all budgets, whilst detailed practical information will help you to get around, whether by train, bus or car. Plus, DK's excellent insider tips and essential local information will help you explore every corner of Costa Rica effortlessly. DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Costa Rica is showing you what others only tell you.

Lonely Planet's guide to Jamaica details the island's lesser-known destinations along the southern and eastern coasts and the mountainous central highlands. of color photos. 30 maps.

Explore the life of an extraordinary 18th-century artist whose work shaped societal perceptions through striking portraits. Delve into the unique encounters and experiences that influenced his art, revealing a vivid picture of the era and the people within it. This book uncovers the legacy of a master whose talent remains largely unrecognized, offering a fresh perspective on a pivotal time in art history.

Giovanni Antonio Canal, called Canaletto (1697-1768), is one of the most popular of all old master painters, admired for his magnificant views of Venice and London. In the words of one of his contemporaries, Canaletto had the power to paint so that 'the eye is deceived and truly believes it is the real thing it sees'. Apprenticed to his artist father, Canaletto began his career as a scene-painter. He spent his formative years in Venice and is best known for his depictions of the buildings, canals and festivals of his native city, but he also spent several years in England, where he painted many stunning London scenes, including Westminster Bridge, Whitehall and the Old Horse Guards, as well as views of Warwick Castle and Eton College.

From lush rainforests and sprawling beaches, to majestic jaguars and beautiful scarlet macaws, Costa Rica offers travelers a unique and vibrant experience. Perfect for novice or seasoned travelers, "Eyewitness Costa Rica" is packed with illustrations and photographs -- as well as full-color maps, 3-D models, and comprehensive hotel and restaurant listings. New in this edition is a fifty-two-page field guide to Costa Rica's fascinating and varied wildlife and habitats, providing detailed information on local species, national parks and preserves, plus practical tips on how to plan your trip and photograph wildlife. With more than two million people visiting Costa Rica each year, "Eyewitness Costa Rica" is sure to appeal to everyone who wants to experience the best this diverse country has to offer.

Covers a German offensive whose failure was crucial to the outcome of the First World War, yet is strangely neglected.