Steve Davey Livres

Islands are unique - their very isolation allows them to be different. Unforgettable Islands to Escape to Before You Die takes you to the most spectacular islands on the planet. Some are remote, others you will never have heard of. Some are more familiar but are shown in a way that will surprise and intrigue you. From the ancient rock island of Kubu in the middle of a salt pan in Botswana, to thriving Hong Kong Island; from the quiet remoteness of the Stockholm Archipelago to the frenetic festival on Sagar Island in the Ganges in India and even from the snowy wastes of Svalbard in the high Arctic to the deserted shores of Socotra off the coast of Yemen this book will show you a world you probably never knew existed but won't be able to resist exploring. Brought to you by the same team as the internationally bestselling Unforgettable Places to See Before You Die, this lavishly illustrated and evocatively written book that will educate and inspire both the experienced and armchair traveller alike.

A captivating book showcasing 40 must-see places worldwide, from iconic sites like the Alhambra and Taj Mahal to lesser-known destinations like Angkor Wat and the dunes of Deadvlei in Namibia. It offers background information and travel tips to inspire your next journey.

Activity guide with comprehensive advice covering all technical aspects of photography full of travel tips and how photography can enhance your travel experience

An inspiring exploration of the forty most memorable travel destinations in the world. As travelers become more experienced and sophisticated, they become more discriminating about their destinations. Many are seeking the unusual and avoiding the routine and predictable tours. Unforgettable Places to See Before You Die takes readers to familiar places, like the Taj Mahal, and lesser known destinations like Lalibela, Ethopia. Three hundred magnificent photographs accompany fascinating essays about each location. The chapters cover forty destinations ranging from New York City to Petra, Jordan, The book features international destinations for extraordinary scenery, ancient monuments, unusual cultures, rare wildlife, soaring architecture, art and more. The sites range from wilderness areas to cities to uninhabited locations and ruins of past civilizations. Unforgettable Places to See Before You Die is aimed at adventurous travelers seeking new sights and experiences. It offers insider tips and practical advice for maximizing the enjoyment of each visit such as avoiding crowds, best time of the year to visit and more. With gorgeous photography, this book is a must for international and armchair travelers.

Reif für die Insel? Das biblische Paradies, so glaubte der englische General Gordon Pascha, liege auf den Seychellen. Die schönsten Türkisschattierungen der Welt, einsame Palmenbuchten, tropische Urwälder mit wundersam fremden Vögeln – in diesem exquisiten Buch sind sie versammelt. Und wer sein persönliches Eden auf der Île de la Cité in Paris sucht, im Treiben Hongkongs oder in der arktischen Schönheit Spitzbergens, darf sich auf brillante Inspirationen freuen.

Ein Buch mit außergewöhnlicher Ausstrahlung: Dieser europaweite Bestseller stellt Ihnen 40 besonders faszinierende Orte in aller Welt vor, die man gesehen haben sollte. Sie finden Weltbekanntes wie die Alhambra und das Taj Mahal aber auch Ziele weit ab touristischer Pfade wie die Tempelanlage Angkor Wat in Kambodscha oder die Riesendünen im Toten Vlei der Wüste Namib. Zahlreiche Hintergrundinformationen und Tipps zu den Reisezielen regen an, auf Reisen zu gehen.