Insight Guide Japan offers a uniquely comprehensive approach to getting the most out of one of Asia's most alluring destinations. Engaging History and Culture chapters explain the island's intriguing and proud past, and the factors influencing its future; from ancient Shinto temples and samurai legend, to the impact of Western influences and the tsunami of 2011. The burgeoning arts and crafts scene, architectural treasures and local cuisine are fully explored and provide essential background information on the islands' distinctive culture and character. The Places chapters cover the islands of Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu in detail and suggest excursions to the smaller surrounding islands. Full-colour photographs throughout give a true flavour of life in the country today. Detailed maps plot all major sights, and the Travel Tips offer selective advice on where to stay, the best places to eat and on the range of cultural and sporting activities.

Insight Guides: all you need to inspire every step of your journey. An in-depth book. From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this is all you need to plan your trip and experience the best of Scandinavia, with in-depth insider information on must-see, top attractions like medieval Trondheim in Norway and the Northern Lights of Arctic Scandinavia, and hidden cultural gems like the atmospheric Kungsleden Trail through Sweden's Lapland. - Insight Guide Scandinavia is ideal for travellers seeking immersive cultural experiences, from exploring the fjords of Norway to discovering great architecture in Helsinki - In-depth on history and culture: enjoy special features on the Vikings, Scandi design and Finnish saunas, all written by local experts - Includes innovative, unique extras to keep you up-to-date when you're on the move - this guide comes with a free eBook, and an app that highlights top attractions and regional information and is regularly updated with new hotel, bar, restaurant, shop and local event listings - Invaluable maps, travel tips and practical information ensure effortless planning, and encourage venturing off the beaten track - Inspirational colour photography throughout - Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books - Inventive design makes for an engaging, easy reading experience About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.

Discover Sweden, a wonderful place surrounded by tall mountains, rich folklore and cool design. Be inspired by this new edition of Insight Guide Sweden, a comprehensive full-colour guide to this breathtaking country whose cuisine has taken the world by storm. Be inspired by our Best of Sweden section highlighting unmissable sights and experiences and lavish Photo Features on topics such as saunas, folklore and foraging. A detailed Places section, with stunning travel photography and full-colour maps, shows you where to go and what to do. A comprehensive Travel Tips section gives you all the travel advice you need to plan your trip. Insight Guide Sweden now includes the Walking Eye app, free to download to smartphones and tablets on purchase of the book. The Sweden app includes our independent selection of the best hotels and restaurants, plus activity, event and shopping listings. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides has over 40 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides. We produce around 400 full-color print guide books and maps as well as picture-packed eBooks to meet different travelers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture together create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure. 'Insight Guides has spawned many imitators but is still the best of its type.' - Wanderlust Magazine

Scotland is a firm favorite with visitors from all over the world, thanks to its historic cities and majestic castles, misty mountains and dramatic lochs and glens. Although the weather may be chilly you can be assured of a warm welcome, good food and the restorative powers of a wee dram of whisky. Insight Guide Scotland is a comprehensive full-color guide to this beautiful country. The book is packed with stunning photography on every page that brings to life Scotland's wild landscape and creative people who over the centuries have contributed so much to science and culture. Our Best Of Scotland highlights the top attractions, such as the elegant city of Edinburgh, St Andrews, the home of golf, and Iona, the cradle of Christianity in Scotland. Our lively features on Scotland's history and culture provide an in-depth introduction to what makes the country unique. Detailed, high-quality maps throughout will help you plan your itinerary, while the travel tips give you all the essential information for organizing a memorable trip, such as transport, festivals, and outdoor activities, plus our selection of the best hotels and restaurants.

The Rough Guide to Sweden is the ultimate travel guide to this fascinating country. Discover Sweden's highlights with stunning photography, highlights, itineraries, colour-coded maps, and comprehensive, up-to-date descriptions of Sweden's best hotels, hostels, restaurants and bars, for all budgets. Find detailed practical advice on what to see and do in Sweden, from world-class museums, hip cafés and city beaches in Stockholm - one of Europe's most beautiful capitals - to the forests and crystal-clear lakes of central Sweden, the unspoilt islands of the Stockholm archipelago, and the remote splendour of Swedish Lapland. With clear maps of the country, a Swedish language section to help you negotiate your way around, and expert background on everything from the Sámi people to the Northern Lights, The Rough Guide to Sweden is all you need for the perfect trip.

Insight Pocket Guide Sweden is a concise, full-colour travel guide to this enchanting Scandinavian country, combining inspiring photography with insider tricks and tips to help you uncover the best of Sweden. It tells you everything you need to know about the best places to visit in Sweden, from the beautiful capital, Stockholm, and the lively cities of Gothenburg and Malm to the verdant forests of the Central Heartlands and the remote landscapes of Norrland. Handy maps on the cover flaps help you find your way, and are cross-referenced to the text. To inspire you, the book offers a rundown of the 10 top attractions in Sweden, followed by an itinerary for a Perfect Tour. The What to Do chapter is a snapshot of things to do in Sweden, including sports, shopping, entertainment and activities for children. The book provides all the essential background on Sweden's culture, including a brief history of Sweden and an Eating Out chapter covering the national cuisine. There are carefully chosen listings of the best hotels and restaurants and an A-Z of all the practical information you'll need.

Whether you want to explore Norway’s fjords and Denmark’s historic sites, shop for innovative Swedish design and eat Nordic cuisine, or soak in an authentic Finnish sauna or Iceland’s geothermal pools, the local Fodor’s travel experts in Scandinavia are here to help! Fodor’s Essential Scandinavia is part of the award-winning Fodor’s Essential series recognized by Booklist as the “Best Travel Guide in 2019.” This guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor’s Essential Scandinavia includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 30 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! UP-TO-DATE and HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS for the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, side-trips, and more PHOTO-FILLED “BEST OF” FEATURES on “Norway’s Natural Wonders,” “Iceland’s Museums,” “Scandinavia’s Fairytale Castles,” “Picture-Perfect Towns Across Scandinavia,” and more TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money SPECIAL FEATURES on “Aurora Borealis 101,” “What to Watch and Read Before You Visit,” and “What to Eat and Drink” HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, music, geography and more LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems NORWEGIAN, SWEDISH, DANISH, FINNISH, AND ICELANDIC LANGUAGE PRIMERS with useful words and essential phrases COVERS: Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and Iceland Planning on visiting Germany or Great Britain? Check out Fodor’s Essential Germany and Fodor’s Essential Great Britain. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor’s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us! *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition.

Insight Pocket Guides: ideal itineraries and top travel tips in a pocket-sized package. Now with free eBook, and a pull-out map. Compact, concise, and packed with essential information about Where to Go and What Do, this is an ideal on-the-move companion when you're exploring Stockholm Covers Top Ten Attractions, including Drottningholm Palace, Vasamuseet and Millesgrden and Perfect Day itinerary suggestions Offers an insightful overview of landscape, history and culture Contains an invaluable pull-out map, and essential practical information on everything from Eating Out to Getting Around Includes an innovative extra that's unique in the market - all Insight Pocket Guides come with a free eBook Inspirational colour photography throughout Sharp design and colour-coded sections make for an engaging reading experience About Insight Guides: Insight Guides has over 40 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps as well as picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture together create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.

Insight Guides: all you need to inspire every step of your journey. From deciding when to go, to choosing which routes to travel, this guide is all you need to plan your trip across Europe by rail, with in-depth insider information on the best journeys to make the most of this scenic continent. · Insight Guide Great Railway Journeys of Europe is ideal for travellers seeking immersive railway journeys across the continent · In-depth on the history of European train travel: enjoy special features on new technologies and station architecture, all written by local experts · Invaluable maps, train routes, travel tips and practical information ensure effortless planning, and encourage venturing off the beaten track · Inspirational colour photography throughout - Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books · Inventive design makes for an engaging and inspiring reading experience About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.