Trekking in the Himalaya

From K2 and Nanga Parbat in Pakistan, to Mount Kailash in Tibet, to Annapurna, Manaslu, Everest, Makalu, Kangchenjunga and many more, this book is an inspirational and detailed guide to 20 memorable expeditions in the Himalaya. The spectacular surroundings covered by the treks cannot fail to encourage trekkers to take on a journey to the greatest of mountain ranges. The treks described within this guide range from the popular to the little-known, and from gentle treks on good paths at a moderate altitude, to long and challenging routes. All of them share the scenic magnificence for which the Himalaya is justly known, as well as the sense of adventure that accompanies each journey. This guidebook will inspire trekkers to scale the heights of their potential. The passion of the authors shines through in the route descriptions and the enticing photography that documents their way. At its heart, this guide is a celebration of all that makes a journey to the Himalaya a profound experience.

Osprey Kode

A great all-around snowplay pack, the Osprey Kode 30 backpack is appropriate for everything from three-hour snowshoe hikes to all-day backcountry tours. The first thing that stands out about the pack is the variety of gear-carrying options. You can use the dual, lower-reinforced ski carry loops and upper-reinforced V-carry straps to tote your skis in an A-frame style, or you can strap your skis diagonally to either the right or left side. If skiing isn't your sport, you can also use the reinforced V-carry straps to vertically attach snowboards or snowshoes. All Kode series packs also come equipped with dual, articulated, zippered hip belt pockets designed for one-handed operation. And should you get caught in inclement weather, the Kode 30 features a panel-zip avalanche gear compartment, with a probe, shovel handle sleeves, shovel blade stowage, and a pocket for a snow/repair kit.

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Slow Train to Guantanamo

In this rambling odyssey set in the later days of the Castro regime, Peter Millar jumps on board the Cuban railway system, once the pride of Latin America. Starting in the ramshackle but romantic capital of Havana, he travels with ordinary Cubans, sharing anecdotes, life stories, and political opinions. Millar may not have all the answers but he asks a lot of the right questions on an anarchic, entertaining, and often comic adventure. A journey everyone will want to read about but nobody in their right mind would want to emulate!

Slow Train to Guantanamo

Zagat Survey

Zagat Survey was established by Tim and Nina Zagat in 1979 as a way to collect and correlate the ratings of restaurants by diners. For their first guide, covering New York City, the Zagats surveyed their friends. As of 2005, the Zagat Survey included 70 cities, with reviews based on the input of 250,000 individuals reporting over the years. In addition to restaurants, Zagat guides rate hotels, nightlife, shopping, zoos, music, movies, theaters, golf courses, and airlines. The guides are sold in book form, and formerly as a paid subscription on its web site.

Zagat Survey

Wizard Publications

• The Ultimate Kauai Guidebook
• The Ultimate Kauai Guidebook [Kindle]
• Hawaii The Big Island Revealed
• Hawaii The Big Island Revealed [Kindle]
• Maui Revealed
• Maui Revealed [Kindle]
• Oahu Revealed
• Oahu Revealed [Kindle]
• Hawaii Dreamscapes Revealed - Kauai
• Hawaii Dreamscapes Revealed - Big Island

Gregory Targhee

You ski the backcountry for the beautiful isolation and tranquility it brings you, and the Gregory Targhee 45 Backpack keeps you comfortable in so many ways while you do it. Its Vertflex suspension system both stabilizes your load and allows the torsional flexibility you need to ski dynamically. The molded back panel sheds snow so your gear stays dry, and Gregory's classic lumbar pad pushes the weight to your hips for all-day comfort on those powder-capped peaks. Both your avalanche gear and your main compartment are easy to access--thanks to the front pocket and rear barndoor panel--even when you have your skis, snowboard, or snow shoes strapped on.With reinforced hypalon where you strap your skis and highly durable HD nylon reinforcements at critical areas, the Targhee will be on your back for many years in the backcountry. Its harness has a slim profile to ease your mobility on the slopes, and the insulated hydration sleeve prevents the water from freezing in frigid weather. And flaps and loops for your helmet and ice axes leave you well-prepared for skiing in the backcountry safely and efficiently.

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Black Diamond Anthem Backpack

From daily side country missions at the resort to full day tours in your favorite backcountry bowl, trust your essential goods to the Black Diamond Anthem Backpack. Essential backcountry features include a quick-access avy-tool pocket, insulated hydration sleeve, and a reActiv suspension system the moves with your upper body for enhanced balance and agility. Not to mention, the clean streamlined design pairs perfectly with your clean airs and fluid pow-surfing style.

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Frommer's EasyGuides

Selling for a lower price than any similar guidebook, and deliberately limited to a short 256 pages, this EasyGuide is an exercise in creating easily-absorbed travel information. It emphasizes the authentic experiences in each destination:the most important attractions, the classic method of approaching a particular destination; the best choices for accommodations and meals; the best ways to maximize the enjoyment of your stay. Because it is "quick to read, light to carry", it is called an "EasyGuide", and reflects Arthur Frommer's lifetime of experience in presenting clear and concise travel advice.

Frommer's EasyGuides

Footprint Dream Trip Guides

Southeast Asia

• Thailand
• Vietnam

Southwest Asia

• India: Backwaters, Beaches & Temples
• India: Forts, Palaces and the Himalaya
• Sri Lanka

Africa

• Morocco
• South Africa

Central America

• Cuba
• Cartagena & Caribbean Coast
• Dominican Republic
• Jamaica
• St Lucia, Dominica, Fort-de-France

South America

• Brazil
• Ecuador
• Peru

Oceania

• Australia

Footprint travel guides

• Footprint Handbooks
• Footprint Focus Guide
• Footprint Activity Guide
• Footprint Popout Maps

Frommer's Day-By-Day Guides

Frommer's Day-by-Day Guide to London is the complete up-to-date reference for visitors who want to maximize their stay in the smartest, most time-efficient way. With full-color throughout with hundreds of evocative photos, this invaluable guide offers reviews on a wide array of sightseeing, lodging, shopping, dining and entertainment options in all price ranges, and also includes thematic and walking tours of the city's best-loved neighborhoods with Frommer's trademark candid and accessible expertise.

Frommer's Day-By-Day Guides