Category Archives: Travel Guides
Ieper NGI Topo 27-28-36 – WWI Ypres Salient Battlefields
Ieper, map No. 27-28-36 in the topographic survey of Belgium at 1:50,000 covering the bulk of the Ypres Salient battleground of World War I. Coverage extends from the French border northwards to Passendale (Passchendaele) which is right at the top of the map, and includes Ploegstreet, Mesen (Messines), Zillebeke, Zonnebeke, Wijtschate (Wytschaete), etc. Map legend
Amsterdam Resized
Photographer Jasper Leonard previously resized Antwerp and New York and now points his special tilt-shift lenses towards Amsterdam.`Amsterdam Resized` shows you the city like you`ve never seen it before: the famous canals of Amsterdam have been reduced to mere trickles with mini-sized bridges; the joggers in the Vondelpark now resemble Playmobil puppets, and the Stedelijk
Insta Grammar: On the Road
The Insta Grammar series steers clear of all clichรฉs and shows you the most interesting corners of the highly popular social media website Instagram.`On the Road` compiles the coolest and most impressive travel images, scenic places, into the ocean or the northern lights.
The Street Art Guide to Paris
Experience Paris from a unique point of view and explore the city through its famous street art. In this handy guide, ten interesting walking tours take you to every important and surprising Parisian street art installation. Pick one of the routes and detailed directions with helpful maps and pictograms will show you the way. Background
Elements: In Pursuit of the Wild
“I have to say that Rucksack Magazine immediately earned a spot as one of my all time favourite travel related magazines out there.” runhumans.com`Elements, In Pursuit of the Wild`, is a powerful and moving visual journey of discovery created by the editors of Rucksack Magazine. In this compilation are stories, interviews, and stunning photographs that
Chinese Patterns: Pepin Placemat Pad
The Chinese Patterns Placemat Pad contains 8 sheets of 6 different designs, so in all 48 placemats per pad. The designs are printed with soy-based ink on high-quality FSC-certified paper. The placemats can very easily be removed from the pads without damaging the sheets. The placemats measure 42 cm x 30 cm (16 inch x
South Africa: A Road Trip
For the past twenty years, photographer Mirjam Bleeker and stylist Frank Visser have travelled around the world together many times. They prefer to travel without a fixed plan, so they can be surprised by unexpected adventures and encounters. A few years ago they fell in love with South Africa. This book is an ode to
Speaking to an Elephant: and Other Tales from the Kadars
This collection of unusual folklore features the world of the Kadars, a indigenous community in South India. These stories recall ways of living in forest habitats that hold important lessons for all those interested in conservation. Textured illustrations by Matthew Frame bring alive the world of animals and foliage in a tropical forest.
Bistro Belge: Nostalgic Places to Eat in Belgium
In Belgium, if you look hard enough, you can still find dozens of restaurants where time seems to have stood still. These places really deserve to be cherished, because they are witnesses of the past, with an interior that has hardly been touched for decades. And because they offer a taste of the cooking of
A Walking Tour: Ahmedabad
The iconic modern Indian painter Sayed Haider Raza returned to India from France to spend the last five-and-a-half years of his life and artistic career in his homeland. A childhood glimpse of the Mahatma remained etched in Raza`s mind, sparking an abiding interest with Gandhian ideals, and inspiring a set of paintings, in 2013, as
Camper-Food & Stories
Chef and food stylist Els Sirejacob and food photographer Bram Debaenst know all about good food, and how to make it look delicious in photos. They have something else in common as well, they both love travelling in a camper van.In this book, they`ve combined the things they love most in life. It`s a cookbook
Bangkok Street Food: Cooking & Travelling in Thailand
Tom Vandenberghe and Luk Thys travelled back to Thailand to find and share the best food stalls, addresses and recipes. Food is one of the reasons many tourists visit Thailand each year, not only for its affordability, but because the Kingdom`s exotic cuisine offers an unrivalled culinary experience and is internationally famous for its distinctive
Mons NGI Topo 45 – WWI Battlefields
Mons, map No. 45 in the topographic survey of Belgium at 1:50,000 covering the area of the Battle of Mons, British Army’s first major engagement in World War I in August 1914. The Mons – Condรฉ Canal runs across the middle of the map and coverage includes Obourg where Private John Parr became the first
Must Eat London: An Eclectic Selection of Culinary Locations
After The Big Apple in `Must Eat NYC`, Luc Hoornaert now leads us to the culinary hotspots in the New York of Europe: London. Restaurant guides exist in different shapes and sizes, but this is the first series of guides to focus on the “must eat”, the speciality, of a restaurant. As with the first
Must Eat Paris: An Eclectic Selection of Culinary Locations
As a genuine foodie, listomaniac Luc Hoornaert knows the culinary side of the City of Lights like the back of his hand. Together with photographer Kris Vlegels, he presents the greatest spots for tasting the best of the French and international kitchens that Paris has to offer. The locations continue to amaze. In spite of
Mountain View: Nature Retreats Vol. 1
This, the first title in a new series, Nature Retreats, which presents the most beautifully-designed holiday homes, with stunning mountain views. Travel journalist Sebastiaan Bedaux gathered 30 of the most stylish hideouts in the world in Mountain View. Despite the great variety of styles, different price tags and unique geography of the houses, they do
The Holy Trail: 12 Legendary Trails You Should Run
For those willing to go to the edge, for those who love to run close to the sky, here are some of the world`s most challenging and beautiful running trails and races. Twelve trails are covered in depth, and many more are included. From Norway to South Africa, Hong Kong to Colorado, and Switzerland to
The Kings of Afghanistan: War and Dreams in the Land of the Enlightened
“Hypnotic, playful and chillingly austere, the hybrid documentary blends romance and raw realism” Screen International. “Powerfully intimate and absolutely stunning” Indiewire. De Pue`s Afghanistan-centred film `The Land of the Enlightened` won several prestigious awards, such as Best Photography at the Sundance Film Festival, and provided a completely new and unique perspective on one of the
The Rolling Home presents The Culture of Vanlife
The ultimate van life and alternative living bible by the authors of The Rolling Home Journal. Inspiring photos accompany practical and thoughtful guidance on converting your van and building an alternative lifestyle with respect for nature and the world. The authors, who are based in Cornwall (United Kingdom), address the origins of the van life
City Shapers London: The Creative People Shaping the City
“There`s a strong belief, now more than ever, that creativity really has the potential to change the world, and that only innovative thinking can tackle some of the world`s biggest challenges.” Senta SlingerlandAs one of the most diverse and admired cities in the world, London is a playground for creative people, entrepreneurs and innovators. This
