Insight Guides: 265 books

Cuba is a country of contradictions: timeworn but still oh-so-cool, where post-communist ideology beats to Afro-Cuban rhythms and strong mojitos. And Cuba is on the brink of big changes. A heady mix of sun-drenched beaches and exhilarating, photogenic streetlife, Cuba is the most mesmerising of Caribbean...

The largest of the Balearic archipelago, Mallorca has a little bit of everything: from the history of its capital Palma and the nightlife of Magaluf, to the beaches at Santa Ponsa and the walks and hikes at Mondrago National Park. Insight Guide Explore Mallorca is a fully updated title, which is the...

The extraordinary Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan is one of the world's most exciting new travel frontiers, a picture-book-beautiful mountain landscape with a rich Buddhist culture. The only country in the world to measure its success by the principals of Gross National Happiness, Bhutan is a truly unique...

Cosmopolitan Bangkok blends evocative street markets with glitzy modern malls, Buddhist philosophy with animism, and traditional reserve with lashings of fun. Explore Bangkok is a brand new guide and the ideal pocket companion when discovering the city: a full-colour guide containing 18 easy-to-follow...

Glamorous Shanghai is one of the most exciting cities in the world, where the remnants of a fabled history combine with the rapidly expanding skyline of a contemporary economic powerhouse. Explore Shanghai is part of a brand-new series and is the ideal pocket companion when discovering this dynamic...

Athens - 'the cradle of civilisation' - is one of the world's most fascinating and historic capitals, boasting some of Europe's most dazzling ancient monuments. Athens may have had its share of recent socio-economic problems, but its vibrant nightlife and rich culture make it an enduring must-see...

Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, Colombia has finally shed its former reputation and is now fulfilling its potential as one of the world's most interesting and unique travel destinations. Safer than ever, Colombia is home to whitewashed colonial towns, a staggeringly large amount of bio-diversity,...

� Brimming with inspired ideas to give city breaks a decidedly unique edge, this stylish series is ideal for first-timers seeking off-the-beaten track experiences, and for repeat visitors in thirst of fresh adventures � Innovative extras = incredible value, and unique in the market. All Experience...

Beautiful beaches, a relaxed pace of life, the sunniest climate in the British Isles, fascinating history and superb seafood... Guernsey is the ideal destination for a traditional summer holiday. Handy, pocket-sized Great Breaks Guernsey is packed with useful information on how to spend your time. We...

Insight Pocket Guide Corfu gives you reliable, user-friendly detail with colour photography to uncover Greece's pretty Emerald Isle: from elegant Corfu Town with its lovely, Venetian architecture and its relics of British rule, cricket included, to sunny beaches, the Achilleion Palace, Lawrence Durrell's...

From beautiful Dubrovnik and the stunning Plitvice Lakes National Park to Pula's wealth of Roman heritage sites and the plethora of islands strung out along its Adriatic coastline, Croatia has much to tempt the visitor. Insight Pocket Guide Croatia is a concise, full-colour travel guide that combines...

Iceland is a country bristling with natural beauty. Its landscape is littered with volcanoes, lagoons, glaciers, waterfalls, black-sand beaches and geysers. The lively capital city of Reykjavik also has a lot to offer visitors, from the stunning Blue Lagoon to its rich cultural heritage. Insight Pocket...

Belfast is an exciting place: forget its troubled past; this is a city keen to welcome visitors and fulfil its potential as a vibrant European capital. We suggest 10 easy-to-follow walks and tours around Belfast, taking in sights such as the Titanic Quarter, the Ulster Folk and Transport Museum, and...

Insight Pocket Guide Copenhagen With historic buildings, boutique shops, world-class cuisine, a plethora of cultural attractions, and a laid-back ambiance, Copenhagen is one of Europe's most attractive cities. Insight Pocket Guide Copenhagen is a concise, full-color travel guide that combines lively...