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Have you always dreamed of seeing the world? Let Tales’ selection of Travel guide you through the most wonderful travel places on Earth. Our selection of travel books counts both maps, atlases, and travel guides spiced up with the most charming stories from the local areas and tips to small hidden places. Traveling to another country can be a challenge, but with all the amazing travel books in our selection, you will be guided in the best possible way, both when it comes to language, local attractions, food and where to stay the night. The only thing you need to decide is where the journey should lead you.
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    by Lonely Planet
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    by Kata Fári
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    by Julian McDonnell
    £13.49

    Step into the enchanting city of London with 'Rather Splendid London Walks' by Julian McDonnell. Published in the spring of 2023, this book offers a unique perspective into the heart of one of the world's most iconic cities. As a renowned author, McDonnell expertly guides readers through the bustling streets of London, sharing hidden gems and captivating tales that will ignite your wanderlust. This book is not just a guide; it's an invitation to experience London beyond the typical tourist trails. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or a curious reader, 'Rather Splendid London Walks' is a must-have in your collection. This literary masterpiece, brought to you by Quadrille Publishing Ltd, is a testament to the beauty and charm of London, encapsulating its rich history and vibrant culture. Dive into the pages and embark on an unforgettable journey through the city's captivating landscape. This book is available in English.

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    by Hélène Rocco
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  • by John Brierley
    £14.99

    This brand new Camino Guide includes the last two largely undiscovered pilgrim routes into Santiago. That they have remained bypassed for so long is all the more surprising as they follow ancient Roman itineraries and offer spectacular and yet easily accessible alternatives to the well-trodden main routes.

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    by Maartje Hensen
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    "Welcome to the ultimate guidebook for LGBTQ+ travelers! Whether you're looking for relaxation, romance, or adventure, The Pride Atlas will help you plan your next gaycation. This colorful catalog spans the globe, taking you from metropolitan must-sees, like the birthplace of Pride in New York, or the world's first gayborhood in Berlin, to lesser-known gems, like a trans designer's clothing store in Sao Paulo or the first LGBTQ+ bar in Nepal. Maartje Hensen and a diverse team of international travel writers have put together information on the best pride parades and nightlife hotspots, LGBTQ+ memorials, and queer-owned businesses all around the world-as well as the scoop on alluring natural escapes where LGBTQ+ visitors can unwind among friends. Also included are resources regarding laws, restrictions, and cultural attitudes, ensuring that you can safely enjoy your sojourns and find community wherever you go"--

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    by Joel Dicker
    £9.49

    The Enigma of Room 622 is a riveting novel penned by the acclaimed author, Joël Dicker. Published by Quercus Publishing Plc in 2023, this book is a must-read for all mystery and thriller genre enthusiasts. The story unfolds in the mysterious Room 622, where every corner holds a secret waiting to be unraveled. Dicker's masterful storytelling and intricate plot twists will keep you on the edge of your seat from the first page to the last. This book is a testament to Dicker's prowess as a writer and his ability to weave a narrative that is as compelling as it is mysterious. Published by Quercus Publishing Plc, The Enigma of Room 622 is a book that will linger in your mind long after you've turned the last page.

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    by Miriam Lancewood & Laurie King
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    by Edward Shoote
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    by Ed Dallimore
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    by Tuttle Studio
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    Create a memento of your trip to Japan that you'll cherish forever!If you're planning a trip to Japan this travel journal is a must-have, from the planning stages to the end of your vacation. The book opens with 16 pages of beautiful, full-color photos, maps and illustrations in scrapbook style, which not only provide useful information about Japan's top tourist destinations, but will also inspire you in your own scrapbooking and journaling. Use the 106 blank pages, alternately plain and lined, to record your own memories of your trip in words and pictures. The journal finishes with 4 pages of Japanese words and phrases that will come in handy as you explore this fascinating country!pages 1-16: Travel information including subway maps & must-see destinations, such as: Tokyo, Harajuku and Meiji Shrine, Kyoto's Top Temples, Himeji Castle, and many more!pages 17-123: Alternate plain and lined blank pages for sketching, scrapbooking, notes and journalingpages 124-127: Useful words and phrases in JapaneseIncludes an interior back pocket for safekeeping tickets, momentos, and more

  • by Lonely Planet & Liza Prado
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    by Lonely Planet
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    Lonely Planet's Experience California travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic destination with one-of-a-kind adventures at every turn. Bike, boat, swim and ski at Lake Tahoe, take an iconic drive on Route 66, scout mural masterpieces in San Francisco - using our local experts and planning tools to create your own unique trip.

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    by Hugh Johnson
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    The world's best-selling annual wine guide.Hugh Johnson's Pocket Wine Book is the essential reference book for everyone who buys wine - in shops, restaurants, or on the internet. Now in its 47th year of publication, it has no rival as the comprehensive, up-to-the-minute annual guide.It provides clear succinct facts and commentary on the wines, growers and wine regions of the whole world. It reveals which vintages to buy, which to drink and which to cellar, which growers to look for and why. Hugh Johnson's Pocket Wine 2024 gives clear information on grape varieties, local specialities and how to match food with wines that will bring out the best in both.This latest edition of Hugh Johnson's Pocket Wine 2024 includes a colour supplement on Chardonnay, the world's most obliging grape, discussing everything from history and taste to texture, fashion and the role oak.

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    by LaVerne Ferguson-Kosinski
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    Europe by Eurail 2023 is the latest edition of the comprehensive guidebook penned by travel expert Laverne Ferguson-Kosinski. Published by Rowman & Littlefield in 2023, this book is a must-have for any travel enthusiast or adventurer looking to explore the diverse landscapes and cultures of Europe. The book falls under the travel genre, providing readers with an insight into the various Eurail routes across the continent. Ferguson-Kosinski's expertise and passion shine through in her detailed descriptions of each destination, making you feel as if you're already there. Published by the renowned Rowman & Littlefield, you can be assured of the book's quality and accuracy. Whether you're planning a trip or merely dreaming of one, Europe by Eurail 2023 is your ticket to the most memorable European journey.

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    by Margaret Littman
    £16.49

    The birthplace of the blues, the cradle of country music, and the home of the Smokies: get to know the Volunteer State with Moon Tennessee. Inside you'll find:Strategic, flexible itineraries, from a long weekend in Nashville to a Great Smokies road trip, plus day trips from Memphis and NashvilleThe best local flavors: Dig in to fiery hot chicken and authentic Southern barbecue or sip on samples at the Jack Daniels Distillery Can't-miss music: Catch a performance on the Grand Ole Opry stage or follow in the footsteps of the King at Graceland. Two-step with the locals at a beloved honky-tonk, listen to the strums of bluegrass, or tour studios where legends like Johnny Cash recorded their hits Outdoor adventures: Go whitewater rafting in Cherokee National Forest, hike to rushing waterfalls in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, or spot wild bison in the Land Between the Lakes Expert advice from local Nashvillian Margaret Littman on when to go, where to eat, and where to stay, from secluded campgrounds to historic inns Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout Accurate, up-to-date information on the landscape, wildlife, and history of Tennessee Experience the best of Tennessee with Moon. Hitting the road? Check out Moon Nashville to New Orleans Road Trip. About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you. For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.

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    by Philip's Maps
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    by John Burns
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    by Timothy Phillips
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    by Nathalie Dewalhens
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    Where can you find the 5 most irresistible indoor street food trucks in Berlin? What are the 5 best shops if you're looking for Berlin fashion? And what are the 5 most beautiful parks with a genuine Berlin spirit? The 500 Hidden Secrets of Berlin reveals these good-to-know addresses and many more. It's an affectionate guide to the city, written by Berlin explorer Nathalie Dewalhens. She has selected places and details that few people know, like an open-air bar next to the river Spree with a wooden dance floor and a fairytale hut, a crane house with a café, located in a post-GDR industrial area, or a beautiful tango venue in a former warehouse from 1908. This is a book for visitors who want to avoid the usual tourist spots and for residents who are keen to track down the city's best-kept secrets. After having travelled the world Nathalie Dewalhens now considers Berlin as her home. She is working on her first novel there, preferably while sipping a latte in a bar. Philip Bögle is a Berlin based photographer who thinks of his hometown as a city that never sleeps, and as the perfect place to live and work, capturing moments, people and fashion.

  • by Lonely Planet
    £7.99

    Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Canadian Rockies' Best Road Trips. This trusted travel companion features a collection of amazing drives, from 1-day escapes to multi-week adventures. Climb to dizzying heights, relax lakeside and spot wildlife along the way. Get to the Canadian Rockies, rent a car, and hit the road!

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    by Anthony Ham
    £13.49

    Lonely Planet's Experience West Coast Australia travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic destination with one-of-a-kind adventures at every turn. Try delicious native dishes in Perth, paraglide over Shelley Beach's waves, swim with soulful whale sharks - using our local experts and planning tools to create your own unique trip.

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    by Ellen Swandiak
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    500 off-the-beaten-track places and interesting details for anyone who's keen to explore New York's best-kept secrets, e.g.? The 5 best spots for slurping oysters? 5 places where you can enjoy art for free? The 5 best hotel and rooftop bars? 5 historic houses that fire the imagination? The 5 best places to shop like a New Yorker? ... and much moreThe 500 Hidden Secrets is a series of essential city guides. Every guide? is written by savvy locals? only contains independent advice? is based on thorough research and the authors' personal opinions? is frequently updated and reissued. Michiel Vos lives in Manhattan and works a Dutch-American correspondent for Dutch and Belgian TV and radio. Ellen Swandiak, founder of hobnobmag.com, is a lifelong New Yorker with an penchant for discovery. Erinn Springer is an American photographer whose work centers on human connection and the portraiture of people and place.

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    by Fodor's Travel Guides
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    COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE: The most comprehensive selection of resort reviews.In-depth information on the important nuts and bolts about traveling to and around Australia TOURISM TRENDS: The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and 2021 caused a steep drop-off in tourism to many destinations, but it was expected that travel to Australia from the United States would reopen sometime in early 2022. The number of Americans traveling is expected to increase over the course of the year when that happens. FULLY REDESIGNED! New front cover has eye-catching full-bleed images with key selling points on the front New back cover is fully-redesigned "Best of" Listswill visually engage the reader and provide an overview of the entire destination (best things to eat, see, do, drink, as well as what to read and watch before going) Visually focused with more color and images including more full and half-page images throughout and color-coded category icons Other useful features including Great Itineraries, Walking Tours, Best Festivals, Quebec City History. "Travel Smart" (logistical planning tips section) now at the front of the book and redesigned to be more infographic in feel Stronger Voice and Opinions give all Fodor's guides more personality. Books are more friendly and conversational in tone, going beyond informational to being inspirationalCURATED AND RELEVANT: Focused coverage on only the best places so travelers can make the most out of their limited time. Carefully vetted recommendations for all types of establishments and price points.CONCISE: Shortened reviews presented with brevity and focus.Please see additional key selling points in the book's main description.

  • by Revathi Subramanyam
    £19.49

    The State of Tamil Nadu has a hoary antiquity. Though early sangam classics throw historical references, we pass to recorded history only from the Pallavas. The southern states of India were under the hegemony of the Cholas, the Cheras and the Pandyas for centuries. The Pallavas held supremacy from about the second quarter of the fourth century A.D. They were the originators of the famous Dravidian style of temple architecture. The last Pallava ruler was Aparajita, in whose reign the later Cholas under Vijayalaya and Aditya asserted themselves by about the 10th century. At the end of the 11th century, Tamil Nadu was ruled by several dynasties like the Chalukyas, Cholas and Pandyas. In the two centuries that followed, the imperial Cholas gained paramountcy over South India. Muslims gradually strengthened their position, which led to the establishment of the Bahamani Sultanate, by the middle of the 14th century. At the same time, the Vijayanagar Kingdom quickly consolidated itself and extended its sway over the whole of South India, and at the close of the century, Vijayanagar became the supreme power in South. However, it crumbled at the battle of Talikota in 1564 to the confederate forces of the Deccan Sultans. The structure of the government of Tamil Nadu, like that of most other states of India, is determined by the national constitution of 1950. The head of state is the governor, who is appointed by the president of India. The book is of great utility to students, teachers, tourists, guides and general readers.

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    by Jamie Beck
    £21.99

    Be transported to the south of France with this beautiful tome of photographs from Provence for art lovers and armchair travelers alike.

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    by Carroll Dorgan
    £13.49

    This guide describes a 624km section of French long-distance route the GR34, following the north coast of Brittany from ever-popular Mont-Saint-Michel to the port of Roscoff. (The full GR34 - also known as 'Sentier des Douaniers', the Customs Officers Path - totals some 2000km and follows in the footsteps of customs officers of old who patrolled the coast in attempt to curb smuggling.) The trail is waymarked and well maintained, offering mainly easy walking, though there are a few more strenuous sections and some short steep ascents and descents. It takes around a month to complete but the guide also includes suggestions for four five-day 'highlight' sections. The route is described from east to west and presented in 28 stages. For each stage, you will find clear route description and mapping, summary statistics and notes on facilities, accommodation, public transport connections and local points of interest. The introduction offers plenty of practical advice for planning and undertaking your trip, as well as overviews of Brittany's fascinating history and culture. Selected accommodation listings, useful contacts and a glossary can be found in the appendices. The GR34 leads you through interesting and varied scenery: high above the rocky shores of the Emerald Coast, where waves crash, then elsewhere closer to the water, passing innumerable inviting beaches. There are sea-cliffs and sandy coves, pink granite boulder-fields and unique river estuaries, woodland and heath. Although camping is a possibility, accommodation is readily available in a mixture of bustling seaside resorts and quieter fishing villages. As you hike the trail, you will discover Brittany, a region rich in history and culture and with a distinctive identity that sets it apart from the rest of France, and you will uncover the beauty of this beguiling coastline.

Travel

Everyone needs to relax and take a break from the everyday, and to travel away from your usual surroundings can be helpful. Discovering and experiencing new countries, landscapes and cultural attractions can help you to renew your energy. It can however be difficult to decide where you should spend your holiday or weekend. At Tales’ selection of Travel, you will find travel books online about almost every destination from your local arena to a country on the other side of the world. Whether you like far off places with wild landscapes you can enjoy all by yourselves, or you prefer a classic charter holiday, where everything has been arranged and taken care of just for you, you find it at Tales. You can also find guides to your next big-city holiday, whether you want to spend the weekend or a whole week. You find all the best travel guides books to all the popular travel cities such as New York, Paris, Rome and London. To travel is to make memories for life and they are often spent with people you love. 

One of the most popular travel destinations is Italy. Italy is with its beautiful and charming architecture, extraordinary history and art, and it’s absolutely delicious food one of the most wonderful places to spend your holiday. That is why you find a wide selection of travel books to Italy at Tales. They will guide you to the best pasta places, art museums and cultural attractions. Italy is wonderful to visit whether you prefer a big-city holiday to Rome or a quiet and romantic trip to the countryside. Take a look at our travel books to Italy and get inspired. 


Travel trends

In recent years, because of the focus on the enormous climate footprint that travel and specially flying leave on the Planet and because of the COVID-19 pandemic, many have become aware of discovering their own country. Many people have seen the world, but many do not know their own local arena. To travel in your own country or even your own local neighbourhood can be just as exciting as flying many miles to a far off place with exotic beaches, warm waves and lots of sunshine. Great Britain has its own charm and comprises a lot of wonderful places. Get inspired by Tales’ selection of travel books online before taking a trip in your local arena or country. As a brite you are lucky to have four countries in our proximity. You can choose to take on an adventure to the Scottish Highland and get lost in the foggy and beautiful landscape with heather blooming all around like a purple blanket hugging the landscape. You can choose a big-city holiday in the grand, old London. You could also dive into the magnificent history of Wales and visit ancient castles and fortresses that will take you on a journey back in time. Finally you could also choose to visit the beautiful and almost magical country of Ireland. Ireland has the most extraordinary and beautiful landscape ever seen with its mountains, waterfalls and wide expanses. To travel in your own proximity can only be recommended and many people have found new wonderful places just a few kilometers from where they live, and the good thing about traveling in your local neighbourhood is that you avoid the tourists. 


Travel books as coffee table books

Sometimes you just need to take on a little journey in your dreams and for that matter you could make a travel books coffee table. Just add a lot of wonderful travel books to your coffee table. One of the characteristics of a good travel book is that they contain a lot of beautiful photos from the most magnificent travel destinations. Transform your coffee table into a travel books coffee table and take on a new journey every day from your own living room. 


No matter which kind of travel style you prefer, you will find all the best travel books including maps, atlas and travel guides at Tales - your online travel bookstore.

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