Though decidedly modern and largely secular, Israel is a country steeped in biblical history and in which religion and tradition continue to play an active role in public life. In seventy five years it has grown from a sparsely populated strip of lan...

Nigeria, Africa's most populous country, is a nation of striking contrasts and remarkable diversity. Home to over 250 distinct ethno-linguistic groups, its landscapes range from sandy beaches and tropical jungles to vast plains, rugged mountains, and...

Slovakia is a young country with a long history, an enduring culture, and a very old language. Its recent history has been one of frequent change, but the traditions of the Slovak people are rich and easily perceived in the architecture and geography...

Not for sale in Czech Republic, Hungary, Ukraine and Russia! Let "Secret Montreal" guide you around 140 new secret and unusual places. Step off the beaten track with this fascinating Montreal travel guide book and let our local experts show you the...

A comprehensive guide to fabric manipulation aimed at fashion designers, textile artists, and sewing enthusiasts interested in pushing the boundaries of textile artistry. This book is an essential guide for seamstresses, dressmakers, fashion designe...

Costa Rica is renowned for its tropical beauty and for the warmth of its inhabitants - the "Ticos". With an infectious enthusiasm for life, the Ticos are a proud people who cherish their democracy in a region that has seen generations of political un...

If you are looking for a country where everything works like clockwork, now might be a good time to turn back. If you can relax and go with the flow, however, you will experience a land diverse in environment, a rich and dynamic culture, and a people...

Nestled in the Caucasus Mountains at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Georgia plays a geopolitical role far greater than its size would suggest. Its strategic location has been both a blessing and a curse, however. Once a battlefield of the Christi...

A land of mountains, hills, and fertile plains, Romania is a tourist destination waiting to be discovered. It is a rich and complex country: a place whose cities are home to beautiful parks and vibrant cultural scenes; whose people welcome guests war...

An acclaimed British-Nigerian writer's odyssey through West Africa, starkly transformed since his youth. West Africa is at a crossroads. Boasting tremendous natural wealth, its inhabitants are among the world's poorest. Despite apparent multi-party...