Eighty-two years after Moses Dibobis escaped from the Lithuanian hamlet of Birzai with nothing but a sack lunch, the author journeys back to this former Soviet enclave looking for a link to his grandfather--something greater than their shared receding hairline and sense of humor. What he finds on this wild road trip is a place where premium vodka is cheaper than water, spa treatments are more than...

In this funny and revealing travelogue of Kazakhstan--a blank in Westerners' collective geography--Robbins reveals the country to be diverse, tolerant, and surprisingly modern. A superlative addition to the literature of travel--"The Observer" (UK). Illustrated.

Three of Eastern Europe's most popular destinations are explored in this brand new and lavishly illustrated guide. Hidden gems include old-world architecture, magnificently preserved cathedrals, quaint shops, and charming cafes. Includes maps, 3-D aerial views, and visual glossaries of what to eat and buy.

A handy pocket-size guide that offers useful information, tips and recommendations, accompanied by colour photographs, charts and maps for the first-time traveller who wants to experience the major highlights that the Baltic States have to offer. It is suitable for tourists and visitors.

Features sections on the highlights of the city, places of interest, activities, accommodation, where to eat out, entertainment and excursions. This book also features travel tips, a general index and also a separate index for the places of interest.

Features sections on the highlights of the city, places of interest, activities, accommodation, where to eat out, entertainment and excursions. This book also includes travel tips, a general index and a separate index for the places of interest.

Features sections on the highlights of the city, places of interest, activities, accommodation, where to eat out, entertainment and excursions. This book also includes travel tips, a general index and a separate index for the places of interest.

With expert advice to track down the best sights and experiences, thi title includes: detailed background on people, geography, culture and history, including features on Cubist architecture and the Laterna magika. It also gives coverage of the best of the destination which includes an excursion to Karlstejn Castle and Melnik.

The first English-language guide dedicated to Lake Baikal and its surroundings.

Following the break-up of the USSR, Kyrgyzstan soon earned a reputation as the most hospitable and least repressive of the newly emerged central Asian republics. This title details different services and experiences the country offers including trekking, mountaineering, horseriding and wildlife-watching.

A guide to Kazakhstan which covers Baikonur, Genghis Khan, Tamerlane and the Silk Road. It describes the investment potential for business travellers, Kazakhstan's archaeological wealth; and architecture from Astana to Almaty to Aktau.

A guide to Uzbekistan that focuses on the wealth of sites and colourful legends along Central Asia's golden road. It provides insights into the history, religion and culture of Uzbekistan. It offers practical information for the traveller, covering visas, customs and travel agencies. It also provides hints for business visitors.

American literary sage Jack Kerouac awakened the wanderlust of a generation. More than 50 years later, the search for "beat" and "it" lives on. From Kazakhstan, Rod Burke found Kerouac's spirit alive and well. (Foreign Travel)

Includes compact guides for discovering the best of country, regional and city destinations. This series provides travellers background and top sights with practical information and resourceful listings for those interested in gaining a deeper appreciation for the destination without being weighed down with information overload.

In this funny and revealing travelogue of Kazakhstan--a blank in Westerners' collective geography--Robbins reveals the country to be diverse, tolerant, and surprisingly modern. A superlative addition to the literature of travel--"The Observer" (UK). Illustrated.

Despite three revolutions and three name changes, Peter the Great's Venice of the North, the most European of Russia's cities, lives on gloriously. Part of the "Travel" series, this book brings you the best of this canal-crossed city with the help of photographs, detailed descriptions, and easy-to-read maps.