Nestled in the embrace of Table Bay, not far from the sweeping sands of Bloubergstrand, Robben Island is a haven for sea birds and seals. For centuries, it was also a harsh place of banishment and isolation.
Celebrating the colour, vitality, seductive landscapes and dazzling blue seas of the Caribbean, this book explores larger, cosmopolitan islands such as Cuba and Jamaica, to smaller, more exclusive spots such as Mustique and Martinique. Their variety and seductive beauty, presented with photographs, have become bywords for the good life.
Lets reader visit Zimbabwe, Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania, Kenya, Botswana, and Namibia. This title takes them on a journey the unmissable in sub-Saharan Africa. It features images that juxtapose the scale and grandeur of the continent with an attention to smaller, less obvious wonders.
Amazing Africa: the continent with the greatest desert and the longest river; the biggest land mammal and the largest bird; the highest free-standing mountain; the second largest freshwater lake and second highest waterfall.
Our Garden Route Guide will take you on a magical journey along South AfricaÆs Garden Route while exploring the beauties and hidden secrets of our natural heritage. Filled with detailed and up-to-date information, this book tells you where to go, how to get there and what youÆll find in the area.
Discover the beauty of South AfricaÆs beaches with MapStudioæs newly released LifeÆs a Beach. This guide explores 9,500kms of the best beaches in the world, from Alexander Bay along the coast to Sodwana, visiting hundreds of beaches and exploring a magnificent coastline.
A beautiful collection of photographic images of the most scenic areas of Southern Africa. The 160 colour photographs are accompanied by a short introduction and extended captions giving concise information on each shot, showing South Africa at its very best.
Many people have a childlike fascination with the idea of a hideaway or a bolthole, a place literally out of sight, maybe at the bottom of the garden, in the woods or in the country. This book features 30 different styles of holiday house where all kinds of experiences are possible away from life in the city.
Tivoli Gardens is one of the world's most spectacular and popular amusement parks. Comprised of a lush garden, theme park, shopping area, and performing arts centre, Tivoli has captured the hearts of people around the world, attracting over 30,000 visitors a month. This book captures the spirit and energy of this magical place throughout the year.
From tiny fishing villages perched on Greenland's rocky crags through to the deserts of southern Australia, this title shows a personal view of some of the world's remotest spots. It pays homage to the environment - its virgin beaches, unexplored ice formations and untouched desserts.
Honey beer and penguin eggs, pinball and stick-fighting, sacred dancing and shebeens, swimming at night and kissing in the forest . Over the years, South Africans have pursued pleasure in a wild variety of ways.
Boek met æn alfabetiese lys van stede en dorpe in Suid-Afrika sowel as die meeste plattelandse dorpies en sommige nedersettings en townships waarvoor inligting beskikbaar was. Meer as 900 plekke is ingesluit.
Essential guide to top dive spots features 180 of the best dives, with first-hand descriptions, site maps, key dive information, contact details and comprehensive marine species identification guide.
Now in its 3rd edition, this touring atlas covers all of Southern Africa and is designed for all road users û from the regular commercial traveller to the casual tourist. The book also includes a comprehensive index of place names and, where appropriate, an index of city plans.