Download or read book The National Parks written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2020-10-06 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get your kids excited about the great outdoors! This travel guide for kids will highlight the diverse beauty and wonder of the USA's most beautiful natural spaces. From the giant redwoods of Sequoia to the geysers of Yellowstone, this educational book is a fun, child-friendly travel guide that covers all 62 National Parks in the USA. Go on an adventure through America's iconic parks! Bright eye-catching photographs and illustrations and easy-to-read text are the perfect introductions for young nature enthusiasts. Little rangers will learn all kinds of fun facts - like Wrangell-St. Elias National Park in Alaska is bigger than Switzerland - and more. Kids will also learn all about the diverse animals and plant life that you can find in the USA. The educational book features special tips to ensure their visits are safe and fun. Kids will also learn how they can help keep habitats clean during their visits. Young readers will get the inside scoop on all the activities there are to do in each National Park, including rock climbing, river rafting, skiing, horseback riding, and cycling. They will also get insider knowledge about each park, like secret caves and endangered animals to make visits extra special! Discover the Wonders of USA's National Parks This delightful kid's book is one adventure that you don't want to miss! Go on an epic journey through America's National Parks, from the wide-open spaces of Grand Teton to the iconic Gateway Arch in downtown St. Louis. Explore the fascinating history of all 61 parks, as well as the unique animals and plants that inhabit the vast wilderness. This kid's book is an ideal gift for young nature lovers and future adventurers! This travel guide will take you on a trip through: All 62 of the USA's national parks from the Great Smoky Mountains on the East Coast to the rocky deserts of Joshua Tree in the West. The diverse flora and fauna that you will find in the USA's National Parks. All the fun activities like rock climbing, river rafting, and more that are available in each of the parks.
Download or read book USA National Parks written by DK Eyewitness and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2020-09-15 with total page 689 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Breathtaking and awe-inspiring, the USA National Parks never fail to amaze. Distinguished by rust-red canyons, snow-capped peaks and silent forests, they’re yours to roam. Immerse yourself and your family in these ancient lands, explore their heritage and find out what makes them unique. Whether it’s your dream to check the Grand Canyon off your bucket list, discover Alaska’s Denali Park, and explore Florida’s Everglades, or if you’re simply seeking inspiration for your next trip to the great outdoors, USA National Parks Lands of Wonder ensures you experience all the American wilderness has to offer. USA National Parks Lands of Wonder truly brings all 62 National Parks to life, celebrating the country’s most breathtaking landscapes. USA National Parks is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime. Inside USA National Parks you will find: • Inspiring photography throughout that evokes the majesty of the national parks • ‘Focus On’ sections including features on National Parks throughout each season, best times to visit, and geographical insights • Practical tips on what to enjoy during your trip, including popular hikes, bird-watching tips, and activities for the whole family to enjoy • ‘Did You Know?’ sections featured throughout to test your knowledge on the culture, history and wildlife of the National Parks you visit • ‘Ways To Explore’ sections featured throughout to maximize your adventures, offering ideas such as camping, picnicking, hiking, sledging, night-watching and walking • Expert led hike Trails with easy, moderate and challenging options to plan your route ahead of your trip • Covers: Yellowstone, Yosemite, Sequoia, Mount Rainier, Crater Lake, Wind Caves, Mesa Verde, Glacier Rocky Mountain, Lassen Volcanic, Hawai’i Volcanoes, Denali, Grand Canyon, Zion, Acadia, Hot Springs, Bryce Canyon, Grand Teton, Carlsbad Caverns, Great Smoky Mountains, Shenandoah, Olympic, Kings Canyon, Isle Royale, Mammoth Cave, Big Bend, Everglades, Virgin Islands, Haleakalā, Petrified Forest, Canyonlands, North Cascades, Redwood, Capitol Reef, Arches, Guadalupe Mountains, Voyageurs, Theodore Roosevelt, Badlands, Channel Islands, Biscayne, Katma,i Glacier Bay, Gates of the Arctic, Kenai Fjords, Kobuk Valley, Lake Clark, Wrangell St. Elias, Great Basin, National Park of American Samoa, Dry Tortugas, Death Valley, Saguaro, Joshua Tree, Black Canyon of the Gunnison, Cuyahoga Valley, Congaree, Great Sand Dunes, Pinnacles, Gateway Arch, Indiana Dunes, White Sands Seeking more adventures in the USA? Don’t forget to check out DK Eyewitness Southwest USA, DK Eyewitness Florida, DK Eyewitness New England, DK Eyewitness Hawaii, DK Eyewitness Pacific Northwest, and DK Eyewitness USA to make the most of your trip and achieve the adventure of a lifetime. About DK Eyewitness: At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion.
Download or read book DK Eyewitness Southwest USA and National Parks written by DK Eyewitness and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2023-02-28 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on an outdoor adventure across the Southwest USA and its many varied and wonderful National Parks! Whether you want to unleash your inner cowboy on the ranches in Utah, take in the truly spectacular sight of the Grand Canyon, or test your luck in the casinos of Las Vegas, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience it all! Inside the pages of this Southwest USA and National Parks travel guide, you’ll discover: • Our pick of Southwest USA’s must-sees, top experiences, hidden gems, and the best spots to eat, drink, shop, and stay • Detailed maps and walks make navigating the cities and towns easy • Easy-to-follow itineraries to help you plan your trip • Expert advice and travel tips to help you get ready, get around and stay safe • Color-coded chapters to every part of Southwest USA, from the Grand Canyon, Northern Arizona, Phoenix, Southern Arizona to Southern Utah, Albuquerque, and Southern New Mexico • Available in a handy format that is lightweight and portable Find a little something for everyone down South It’s time to tick the Southwest USA off your bucket list! This updated travel guide brings this beautiful region to life, transporting you there in spectacular fashion! It’s packed with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, and detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights. Stunning photographs and hand-drawn illustrations will take you through the iconic landscapes and cities of this beautiful corner of the USA. Distinguished by red sandstone mesas, cactus-studded deserts, and towering rock arches, the Southwest USA's dramatic landscapes evoke frontier legends. As rich in history and culture as natural beauty, the region's cities offer endless opportunities to experience the state's multicultural heritage. DK Eyewitness Southwest USA and National Parks have been updated regularly to make sure the information is as up-to-date as possible following the COVID-19 outbreak. Don’t stop exploring - discover even more guides! For more than two decades, DK Eyewitness guides have helped travelers experience the world through the history, art, architecture, and culture of their destinations. Expert travel writers and researchers provide independent advice, recommendations, and reviews. Discover guidebooks to hundreds of places around the globe. Gold Award: Wanderlust Reader Travel Award 2020 in the Top Guidebook Series category.
Download or read book DK Eyewitness National Parks of the USA written by DK Eyewitness and published by DK Eyewitness Travel. This book was released on 2024-07-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get closer to the National Parks of the USA with DK Eyewitness A night spent stargazing in Joshua Tree. Standing on the rim of the Grand Canyon. Wildlife spotting from an airboat in the Everglades. With 63 national parks to explore, the USA offers enough bucket-list experiences to fill a lifetime. Whether you plan to visit them all, or choose a few favourites, this DK Eyewitness travel guide is the perfect companion. This new, first edition brings the parks to life, transporting you to each one like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed maps, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which explain the parks' unique geology. You'll discover: our pick of the top experiences to have in the national parks beautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of the parks the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay detailed maps and tours which make navigating the parks easy easy-to-follow itineraries expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe a lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go Spending more time in the USA? Try DK Eyewitness USA.
Download or read book DK Eyewitness USA written by DK Eyewitness and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2020-05-19 with total page 1277 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Your journey starts here. Featuring DK's much-loved maps and illustrations, walks and information, plus all new, full-color photography, this 100% updated guide to USA brings you the best of this dynamic country in a brand-new, lightweight format. What's inside? - full-color photography, hand-drawn illustrations, and maps throughout - easy-to-follow walks, drives, and itineraries - our pick of the USA's must-sees, top experiences, and hidden gems - insider tips and information: when to visit, how to avoid the crowds, where to capture the perfect photo, and more - the best spots to eat, drink, shop, and stay - an area-by-area guide covering each corner of the USA, from New York to Nevada, Maine to Montana - expert advice: get ready, get around, and stay safe Now in paperback and printed on quality lightweight paper, our USA travel guide has been redesigned with you, the traveller, in mind, so you can take it wherever you go. Want to see more of the USA? Try our award-winning range of DK Eyewitness Travel Guides.
Download or read book See America written by Creative Action Network and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2016-03-22 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In homage to America’s National Parks and their iconic art posters, this volume features new artwork for seventy-five parks and monuments across all fifty states. “In this sepia-tinged homage” to the iconic National Parks posters “modern artists contribute dazzling new graphics” (Entertainment Weekly). From 1935 to 1943, the WPA’s Federal Art Project hired American artist to create posters celebrating the National Parks Service. The icon See America posters inspired Americans to fall in love with the country’s landmarks and wild spaces from the Golden Gate Bridge to the Gateway Arch and from the Grand Canyon to the Great Smokey Mountains. Originally published to coincide with the centennial anniversary of the National Parks Service, the Creative Action Network has partnered with the National Parks Conservation Association to revive and reimagine the legacy of WPA travel posters. Artists from all over the world participated in the creation of this new, crowdsourced collection of See America posters for a modern era.
Download or read book Presidents written by James Barber and published by DK Children. This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Short biographies of each president of the United States with something special about them.
Download or read book Go Here Instead written by DK Eyewitness and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2022-09-27 with total page 712 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bursting with beautiful photography, this alternative bucket list takes some of the world's best-known sights, experiences and destinations – everything from over-visited national parks to crowded museums – and reveals more than 100 fascinating alternatives. Planning a trip to Rome’s Colosseum? Why not try the ancient amphitheatre in Nîmes instead. A visit to the Grand Canyon is on everyone’s bucket list – but how about adding Namibia’s spectacular Fish River Canyon to yours? And while Japan’s cherry blossoms are hard to beat, the seasonal display of hydrangeas in the Azores is just as beautiful. Featuring expert advice and practical tips, Go Here Instead will open your eyes to a wealth of new, and more sustainable, travel ideas. We’ve organized the book by types of trip, so whether you’re a wannabe art critic, an outdoor adventurer or you’re into your history, this epic bucket list has an alternative adventure for you. So, why not give Machu Picchu a break and travel beyond the crowds. Go Here Instead: The Alternative Travel List is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime. Inside Go Here Instead: The Alternative Travel List you will find: - 100 entries each focusing on an alternative to a well-known destination/sight/experience - Stunning photography throughout with color-coded maps and chapters - Stylized locator maps pinpointing the alternative sights, experiences and destinations. - A beautifully designed gift book that showcases inspiring alternatives to the world’s most popular sights, experiences and destinations - Covers: Architectural and Historical Sights, Festivals and Parties, Great Journeys, Architectural Marvels, Natural Wonders, Art and Culture and Cities About DK Eyewitness: At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travelers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion.
Download or read book DK Eyewitness Southwest USA and National Parks written by DK Eyewitness and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2023-02-28 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on an outdoor adventure across the Southwest USA and its many varied and wonderful National Parks! Whether you want to unleash your inner cowboy on the ranches in Utah, take in the truly spectacular sight of the Grand Canyon, or test your luck in the casinos of Las Vegas, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience it all! Inside the pages of this Southwest USA and National Parks travel guide, you’ll discover: • Our pick of Southwest USA’s must-sees, top experiences, hidden gems, and the best spots to eat, drink, shop, and stay • Detailed maps and walks make navigating the cities and towns easy • Easy-to-follow itineraries to help you plan your trip • Expert advice and travel tips to help you get ready, get around and stay safe • Color-coded chapters to every part of Southwest USA, from the Grand Canyon, Northern Arizona, Phoenix, Southern Arizona to Southern Utah, Albuquerque, and Southern New Mexico • Available in a handy format that is lightweight and portable Find a little something for everyone down South It’s time to tick the Southwest USA off your bucket list! This updated travel guide brings this beautiful region to life, transporting you there in spectacular fashion! It’s packed with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, and detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights. Stunning photographs and hand-drawn illustrations will take you through the iconic landscapes and cities of this beautiful corner of the USA. Distinguished by red sandstone mesas, cactus-studded deserts, and towering rock arches, the Southwest USA's dramatic landscapes evoke frontier legends. As rich in history and culture as natural beauty, the region's cities offer endless opportunities to experience the state's multicultural heritage. DK Eyewitness Southwest USA and National Parks have been updated regularly to make sure the information is as up-to-date as possible following the COVID-19 outbreak. Don’t stop exploring - discover even more guides! For more than two decades, DK Eyewitness guides have helped travelers experience the world through the history, art, architecture, and culture of their destinations. Expert travel writers and researchers provide independent advice, recommendations, and reviews. Discover guidebooks to hundreds of places around the globe. Gold Award: Wanderlust Reader Travel Award 2020 in the Top Guidebook Series category.
Download or read book America s National Parks written by David Lewis and published by Publications International Limited. This book was released on 2016 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Gives a profile of each national park, from Acadia to Zion. View stunning scenery and amazing animal photographs, read more about each park's highlights, and see historic photographs that compliment stories of the park's history."--Back cover.
Download or read book America s National Parks written by and published by Earth Aware Editions. This book was released on 2020-08-18 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the cascading waterfalls of Yosemite to the unique geothermal features of Yellowstone, the U.S. national parks are among the most breathtaking destinations in the world. Founded to preserve the nation’s heritage and historic landscapes for posterity, the national parks represent one of America’s crowning achievements and internationally significant treasures. The National Parks: An American Legacy tells the story of the parks through the photography of Ian Shive, today’s leading photographer of our national parks and their surrounding significant landscapes, as well as through poignant essays by conservancy groups from across the country. With more than 200 glorious images of the nation’s parks, this book celebrates everything from the snowy vistas of Denali in Alaska to the lava flows in Hawaii’s Volcano National Park—as well as Yellowstone, Yosemite, the Grand Canyon and hundreds more, from sea to shining sea. Comprehensive, stunningly beautiful, and always inspiring, The National Parks: An American Legacy reveals the way humankind interacts with the parks, and how the story of the national parks is also a tribute to the people who visit, explore, and tirelessly work to preserve these cherished American landscapes.
Download or read book Los Angeles Like a Local written by DK Eyewitness and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2022-11-22 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Keen to explore a different side of Los Angeles? Like a Local is the book for you. This isn’t your ordinary travel guide. You won’t find Disneyland or the Hollywood Hills in these pages, because that’s not where Angelenos hang out. Instead, you’ll meet the locals at quirky museums, Mexican food trucks and hidden speakeasies– and that’s where this book takes you. Turn the pages to discover: The small businesses and community strongholds that add character to this vibrant city, recommended by true locals. 6 themed walking tours dedicated to specific experiences such as flea markets and movie theatres. A beautiful gift book for anyone seeking to explore Los Angeles. Helpful ‘what3word’ addresses, so you can pinpoint all the listed sights. Compiled by four proud locals, this stylish travel guide is packed with Los Angeles’ best experiences and hidden spots, handily categorized to suit your mood and needs. Whether you’re a restless Angeleno on the hunt for a new hangout, or a visitor keen to discover a side you won’t find in traditional guidebooks, Los Angeles Like A Local will give you all the inspiration you need. About Like A Local: These giftable and collectible guides from DK Eyewitness are compiled exclusively by locals. Whether they’re born-and-bred or moved to study and never looked back, our experts shine a light on what it means to be a local: pride for their city, community spirit and local expertise. Like a Local will inspire readers to celebrate the secret as well as the iconic – just like the locals who call the city home. Looking for another guide to Los Angeles? Explore further with our DK Eyewitness or Top 10 guides to California.
Download or read book DK Eyewitness Books Cowboy written by David Murdoch and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2000-05-31 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here is an energetic and informative look at the workinglives of cowboys from around the world. Spectacular real-life photographs of horses, cattle, branding irons, and lariats offer a unique "eyewitness" view of life on the range. See what an authentic chuckwagon looks like, how an expert ropes a calf, a rodeo rider in action on a wild steer, how a saddle is made, and a Mongolian herdsman lassoing a wild horse. Learn where wild horses and bulls livein France, why cowboys wear chaps, how to tame a bucking bronco, and why a gaucho decorates his belt with silver coins. Discover how Annie Oakley got her nickname, why an Australian saddle has no horn, and how the cowboy''s romantic image influenced music and films, and much, much more! Discover the real-life world of working cowboys from longhorns and lariats to chuckwagons, chaps, rodeos, andranches
Download or read book DK Eyewitness Top 10 Las Vegas written by DK Eyewitness and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2024-06-25 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Make the most of your trip to Las Vegas with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the best Las Vegas offers and ensuring you don't miss a thing. The pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable, the perfect companion while out and about. Inside, you'll find: Top 10 lists of Las Vegas's must-sees, including the Strip, Downtown Las Vegas, CityCenter, the Grand Canyon, and Hoover Dam and Lake Mead Las Vegas's most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping Themed lists, including the best casinos, shows, gourmet restaurants, thrill rides and simulators, and much more Easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week A laminated pull-out map of Las Vegas, plus five full-colour area maps DK Eyewitness's Top 10s have been helping travelers make the most of their breaks since 2002. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries. Looking for more on Las Vegas's culture, history, and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness Southwest USA and National Parks.
Download or read book Historic Places written by and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A glorious celebration of America, from its awe-inspiring natural wonders to the special places that embody our history and our spirit, the Explore America series will delight those who take to the road and armchair travelers alike. Experience 145 destinations in just 4 books. Each book in the series is chock-full of stunning, full-color photographs and vivid descriptions of 10 destinations, both well-known and less familiar, in every part of the country. In addition to the featured areas, additional places of similar appeal are featured in a helpful gazetteer that provides photographs, maps, and capsule tours for 20 - 30 additional destinations.
Download or read book DK Eyewitness Florida written by DK Eyewitness and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2023-11-28 with total page 538 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Welcome to the Sunshine State Whether you want to visit the Mission Control Room at the Kennedy Space Center, take an airboat ride in the Everglades or discover the historic Coral Gables, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Florida has to offer. Florida is known for its sun-kissed beaches and magical theme parks, but this diverse state offers so much more. From nature trails and national parks, to sizzling nightlife and sumptuous seafood, Florida has it all. Our newly updated guide brings Florida to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights and advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, inspiring photography and our trademark illustrations. You'll discover: - our pick of Florida's must-sees, top experiences, and hidden gems - the best spots to eat, drink, shop, and stay - detailed maps and walks that make navigating the country easy - easy-to-follow itineraries - expert advice: get ready, get around, and stay safe - color-coded chapters to every part of Florida, from the Gold Coast to the Gulf Coast, Orlando to the Keys - our new lightweight format, so you can take your guide with you wherever you go Want the best of Miami in your pocket? Try our DK Eyewitness Top 10 Miami and the Keys.
Download or read book Lisbon Like a Local By the People Who Call It Home written by DK Eyewitness and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2022-09-27 with total page 435 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Keen to explore a different side of Lisbon? Like a Local is the book for you. This isn’t your ordinary travel guide. Beyond the pretty pastel houses and trundling trams are vintage kiosks, dance classes and secret viewpoints – and that’s where this book takes you. Turn the pages to discover - The small businesses and community strongholds that add character to this vibrant city, recommended by true locals. - 6 themed walking tours dedicated to specific experiences such as rooftop bars and scenic city strolls. - A beautiful gift book for anyone seeking to explore Lisbon. - Helpful ‘what3word’ addresses, so you can pinpoint all the listed sights. Compiled by two proud locals, this stylish travel guide is packed with Lisbon’s best experiences and secret spots, handily categorized to suit your mood and needs. Whether you’re a restless Lisboeta on the hunt for a new hangout, or a visitor keen to discover a side you won’t find in traditional guidebooks, Lisbon Like A Local will give you all the inspiration you need. About Like A Local: These giftable and collectible guides from DK Eyewitness are compiled exclusively by locals. Whether they’re born-and-bred or moved to study and never looked back, our experts shine a light on what it means to be a local: pride for their city, community spirit and local expertise. Like a Local will inspire readers to celebrate the secret as well as the iconic – just like the locals who call the city home. Looking for another guide to Lisbon? Explore further with our DK Eyewitness or Top 10 guides to Lisbon.
