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Enchanting series

This highly successful series of pictorial guides shows all the main sites that a tourist visiting for a week or a fortnight might expect to see. The stunning photographs of the places and the people, the architecture and the culture are accompanied by informative captions. The introductory section describes and illustrates the geography and climate, history, religion and beliefs, festivals and events, cuisine, arts and crafts.

Enchanting Australia (2nd edition)

David Bowden

Enchanting Australia describes and illustrates the spectacular natural world, the bustling cities and the adventurous pursuits just waiting to be explored throughout the country. This fully revised second edition contains numerous up-to-date photos and current information. From deserts to rainforests, coral reefs to mountains, the parched Outback to the vibrant cities, Australia is a land […]

Enchanting Bangkok (2nd edition)

Mick Shippen

Enchanting Bangkok introduces in words and vivid photographs all of Bangkok’s delights by night and by day providing the perfect introduction to and souvenir of a visit to the city. Capital of Thailand and one of Asia’s most cosmopolitan and compelling cities, Bangkok is a vibrant mix of ancient and modern. It’s an intense city […]

Enchanting Borneo (3rd edition)

David Bowden

Enchanting Borneo describes the treasure house of natural beauty and biodiversity to be found in the Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak, the independent Sultanate of Brunei and the Indonesian state of Kalimantan. Described by Charles Darwin as ‘one great luxuriant hothouse made by nature for herself’, Borneo is home to a rich profusion of […]

Enchanting Cambodia (3rd edition)

Mick Shippen

Enchanting Cambodia is a colourful and informative introduction to one of the most fascinating and distinctive countries in Southeast Asia, home of the great Khmer civilization, which created the vast temple complex at Angkor. Most visitors come to see Angkor Wat, the main temple that was lost in the jungle for centuries, and is now […]

Enchanting Chiang Mai & Northern Thailand (2nd edition)

Mick Shippen

Enchanting Chiang Mai & Northern Thailand introduces all of the unmissable sights and scenery of the destination, through its informative text and intimate photographs. Chiang Mai is the natural capital of the north, a fascinating destination in its own right but also a starting point for exploring the country’s most dramatic scenery with its remote […]

Enchanting Hong Kong (3rd edition)

Martin Williams

Enchanting Hong Kong describes and illustrates this major city, which lies in an outstanding natural setting, surrounded by hills, islands, beaches and waterfalls. Martin Williams reveals this multi-faceted destination for a broad spectrum of visitors ranging from those making a short business trip but with some spare time to those who have a bit longer […]

Enchanting Langkawi (3rd edition)

David Bowden

Enchanting Langkawi is a pictorial travel guide to all of the scenic wonders and adventure opportunities that make Langkawi so special, fully updated in this 3rd edition Langkawi is the premier island destination in Malaysia. This beautiful tropical archipelago surrounded by an azure sea has an unbeatable combination of sun, surf and sand as well […]

Enchanting Malaysia (3rd edition)

David Bowden

Enchanting Malaysia covering Peninsular Malaysia and the states of Sabah and Sarawak on the island of Borneo presents all the must-see sights of this hugely diverse country and travel destination. For travellers interested in history and culture, the capital city, Kuala Lumpur, as well as other major cities, such as Putrajaya, Melaka and George Town, […]

Enchanting New Zealand (2nd edition)

Elizabeth Light

Enchanting New Zealand explores the country’s natural wonders and its remarkable wildlife found nowhere else in the world. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or making a return trip, the sheer majesty of New Zealand’s landscapes is always awe-inspiring. There are peaceful lakes and thundering waterfalls, active volcanoes and the looming icy peaks of the Southern […]

Enchanting Penang

David Bowden

Penang is a world-renowned holiday destination, famous for its soft sandy beaches and regarded by many as the food capital of Malaysia. Many visitors check into one of the first-class hotels and spend a wonderfully relaxing holiday chilling out on the beaches. But as Enchanting Penang reveals, there are many other attractions to explore. Parts […]

Enchanting Philippines (2nd edition)

Nigel Hicks

Enchanting Philippines gives a pictorial overview of this intriguing and exciting archipelago, with its over 7,000 islands set in the sparkling Pacific Ocean. The intense, dark brooding green of the tropical vegetation, the blinding white coral sands of the beaches and the aquamarine blue of the surrounding tropical seas make for a fizzing cocktail of […]

Enchanting Phuket, Samui & Krabi (2nd edition)

Mick Shippen

Enchanting Phuket, Samui & Krabi takes an illustrated tour of the region introducing the best inland sites and the most exciting beaches, both for those who want to chill out and those who want to party. Phuket Island and Krabi on the west coast of southern Thailand and Samui in the Gulf of Thailand offer […]

Enchanting Singapore (4th edition)

David Bowden

Enchanting Singapore presents the huge variety of experiences for holidaymakers of all kinds offered by this island nation. This bustling cosmopolitan city has excellent shopping malls and fascinating museums; heritage trails and wildlife walks; a colourful nightlife and a huge choice of dining options. Much planning has been involved in maximising these attractions. Leading the […]

Enchanting Thailand (2nd edition)

Mick Shippen

Enchanting Thailand is a vivid and colourful introduction to all the major tourist sights and places of interest throughout the country, from the cosmopolitan metropolis of Bangkok to fascinating but little visited regions in the north-east. A country of intrigue and adventure, Thailand’s exotic mix of glistening temples, extraordinary annual festivals, idyllic tropical islands and […]

Enchanting Vietnam (3rd edition)

David Bowden

Enchanting Vietnam describes the country’s beautiful beaches, breathtaking scenery, UNESCO-listed world heritage sites, dynamic cities and species-rich national parks, which combine to offer an outstanding range of opportunities for visitors from Hanoi, the capital city, in the north to Ho Chi Minh City, the biggest city, in the south. The delicious cuisine, renowned for its […]