The National Geographic Traveler: Great Britain [Paperback]

National Geographic Society (Author)

Book Description

Series: National Geographic Traveler | Publication Date: October 1, 2004

Take a tour of Great Britain guided by National Geographic -- for generations synonymous with the thrill of discovery and exploration. Featured sites include both famous and lesser known places, selected to help you experience the country in a fresh and exciting way.

* In-depth site descriptions and background information
* Insightful features on history, culture, and contemporary life
* More than 280 vivid color photographs
* 32 detailed, full-color maps
* Mapped walking and driving tours
* Specially commissioned artwork and floor plans
* Clear, easy-to-use design
* Complete visitor information plus hotels, restaurants, activities, and shopping

Editorial Reviews

Review

...a series of comprehensive guides for sophisticated travellers complete with Geographic's renowned photography, reporting and maps...National Geographic takes readers on tours of the world's most alluring travel destinations, packing more than a century of travel experience into every guide, and pinpointing key sights. -- Canadian Traveller Magazine, August, 1999

Fodor's and Frommer's, take notice. A formidable competitor has just entered the travel guide arena. The new "National Geographic Traveler" series comes with the winning formula of in-depth reporting and breathtaking photography that have long made National Geographic Society's monthly magazine a favorite of armchair adventurers. -- The Atlanta Journal & Constitution, June 13, 1999

National Geographic's new series of travel books, "National Geographic Traveler," debuts with well-written volumes...The frequent bold headlines make it easy to find information quickly, and the many quality photographs create an enticing visual tour. -- Washington Times, June 26, 1999

The National Geographic Traveler paperback guidebook series is rich with photography, maps and historical context. -- Los Angeles Times, May 2, 1999

Product Details

• Paperback: 400 pages
• Publisher: National Geographic (October 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0792274253
• ISBN-13: 978-0792274254
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.3 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,159,248 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #93 in Books > Travel > Europe > Great Britain > Wales

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Great Pictures, August 23, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The National Geographic Traveler: Great Britain (Paperback)

This guide offers little concrete information regarding history, train/bus/car routes, nothing on hostels, and very little on prices, other than the occasional "Great Britain is expensive". The pictures, however, are wonderful, and incline one to be far more likely to visit a sight than the dreary pages upon pages of description found in other guides. In short, helpful for visualizing Great Britain, but not much else.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent guide for more intellectual traveling, August 29, 2006

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Karen C (San Diego, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The National Geographic Traveler: Great Britain (Paperback)

This book is much better at diving into the details and characteristics of the places and events than many of the other travel guides I considered. I wouldn't use this book if you're looking for a specific place to stay or cheap eats, but rather the historical context or anectdotal information that makes traveling more insightful. Don't get me wrong; there are plenty of lists, walking routes, maps and key data that will make travel easier. But National Geographic prides itself in making the leisurely travel experience much more encompassing to your senses. The photographs are incredible, and the text is in-depth. I would make this book (and the entire Series for that matter) a supplement that rounds out your vacation, alongside your "best restaurants and hotels" guide that will help find the basics.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars visuals are great, September 21, 2003

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William D. Tompkins (New York, New York USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The National Geographic Traveler: Great Britain (Paperback)

the visuals are excellent and the book inspired us recently as we drove thru scotland and made our itenuary as we were driving. the hotels and places to eat sections is poor and cannot compare to FROMMERS, FODORS or especially LONELY PLANET. this book should be used in addition to one of the above.