Average Rating:

.

A Land of Two Halves: An Accidental Tour of New Zealand

Childrens Toy Shop > Travel > Guidebook Series
by: Joe Bennett

May 03, 2005
I think its the Daily Mail who describe this book as 'hilarious' - but its far from that I can assure you. I was expecting a lighthearted jaunt around the NZ islands but instead got the cynical ramblings from someone who has very little good to say about the country he has made his home for many years. I ploughed through it though and it was worth it when I did come across the funny bit just a chapter or so from the end. So if you're after a book to advise you on all the negative things to look out for then this is just the job, otherwise best avoided I think.....

Average Rating:

.

Guide to London 2009 (Not for Tourists) (Not for Tourists) (Not for Tourists)

Childrens Toy Shop > Travel > Guidebook Series
by: Happy Mazza Media

November 10, 2008
I think its the Daily Mail who describe this book as 'hilarious' - but its far from that I can assure you. I was expecting a lighthearted jaunt around the NZ islands but instead got the cynical ramblings from someone who has very little good to say about the country he has made his home for many years. I ploughed through it though and it was worth it when I did come across the funny bit just a chapter or so from the end. So if you're after a book to advise you on all the negative things to look out for then this is just the job, otherwise best avoided I think.....

Average Rating:

.

Rome (Lonely Planet City Guide)

Childrens Toy Shop > Travel > Guidebook Series
by: Duncan Garwood, Abigail Hole

February 01, 2008
I think its the Daily Mail who describe this book as 'hilarious' - but its far from that I can assure you. I was expecting a lighthearted jaunt around the NZ islands but instead got the cynical ramblings from someone who has very little good to say about the country he has made his home for many years. I ploughed through it though and it was worth it when I did come across the funny bit just a chapter or so from the end. So if you're after a book to advise you on all the negative things to look out for then this is just the job, otherwise best avoided I think.....

Average Rating:

.

Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei (Lonely Planet Country Guide)

Childrens Toy Shop > Travel > Guidebook Series
by: Simon Richmond

January 01, 2007
As travel guides go, this one combines three very different places... first there's Singapore with its very modern outlook. Then there's Malaysia bridging the vibrant outlook of Kuala Lumpur with the colonial history of Georgetown. Finally there's Brunei which is a whole lot more laid back.

In terms of contents, there's the usual details of history, etiquette, sights etc. There's also the usual combination of excellent maps with only the occassional mistake where a particular landmark has been put on the wrong side of the road. Restaurant and accomodation advice are as usual mixed (many are gone by the time you visit) but it certainly provides good ideas if you are struggling to find somewhere, and also tells you the general ... Read More:

Average Rating:

.

The Rough Guide to Cape Town, the Winelands and the Garden Route (Rough Guide to Cape Town & Garden Route)

Childrens Toy Shop > Travel > Guidebook Series
by: Tony Pinchuck, Barbara McCrea

October 01, 2008
This is the latest guide on Cape Town & surrounds to be released (Oct 08) and being the most up-to-date makes it a worthwhile purchase. However, I think a lot more could have gone into this guide and the coverage of certain key tourist areas is lacking substantially. Buy this guide but do your own research on the internet to find the best places to stay, bars, clubs and restaurants. Don't just rely on this guide for that! For less than £9 on the web it's worth having, at RRP of £12.99 it's overpriced.

Average Rating:

.

Gardens of the National Trust

Childrens Toy Shop > Travel > Guidebook Series
by: Stephen Lacey

October 27, 2005
A very attractive coffe table book, full of high quality images. However, in terms of garden design and maintenance it is a little bit specialist for my taste. Overall, this is one for the garden historian rather than the gardener. Btw - a previous review questions why gardens belonging to the National Trust for Scotland (NTS) aren't included in the book. I suspect it's because NTS is an entirely seperate organisation from the National Trust for England, Wales and Northern Ireland, rather than the author not rating gardens north of the border.

Average Rating:

.

Thailand's Islands and Beaches (Lonely Planet Country & Regional Guides)

Childrens Toy Shop > Travel > Guidebook Series
by: Andrew Burke, et al

August 01, 2008
A very attractive coffe table book, full of high quality images. However, in terms of garden design and maintenance it is a little bit specialist for my taste. Overall, this is one for the garden historian rather than the gardener. Btw - a previous review questions why gardens belonging to the National Trust for Scotland (NTS) aren't included in the book. I suspect it's because NTS is an entirely seperate organisation from the National Trust for England, Wales and Northern Ireland, rather than the author not rating gardens north of the border.

Average Rating:

.

The British Television Location Guide

Childrens Toy Shop > Travel > Guidebook Series
by: Steve Clark, Shoba Vazirani

June 16, 2008
"Compiled by Steve Clark, bestselling author of The Only Fools and Horses Story, and television expert Shoba Vazirani, it reveals the settins for dozens of top television shows. From Emmerdale to Lewis and from Last of the Sumer Wine to Life on Mars The British Television Location Guide gives details of how you can visit the places you have seen so many times on the box."

Beautifully presented and well researched - this is a must for those who enjoy behind the scenes information. Wonderful colour photographs grace the pages next to information about your TV favourites. Essential.

Average Rating:

.

Nepal (Lonely Planet Country Guide)

Childrens Toy Shop > Travel > Guidebook Series
by: Bradley Mayhew, Joe Bindloss

September 01, 2006
As me and a friend are planning a round the world trip this series of books has been a great help.
In picking places where to go it's helpful to know whats there!
Were mainly backpacking and using hostels so specific country guides aimed at this was essential. We needed to know campsites, country entry requirements, cost of living, activities, etiquette, transport options, do's and don'ts and most importantly what the food was like! As well as info on touring in campervans, car or footslogging.
The book has it all and more. It covers all such topics and then reviews each place in the country individually. It has topics on law, car rental and purchase, gay and lesbians interests and so much more. If your travelling to this country then this ... Read More:

Average Rating:

.

AA 1001 Walks in Britain: The Ultimate Collection of Britain's Best Walks (AA Illustrated Reference)

Childrens Toy Shop > Travel > Guidebook Series
from: Automobile Association

October 01, 2004
Maybe this is not for the very serious walker, but for those of us not up to the longer walks, this provides a very good resource in terms of variety and coverage and the fact it caters for shorter walks. It would not be possible to provide the required level of detail for all 1001 walks in one book, so I think a local map would always be advisable. We are pleased with it.