Venezuela Footprint Focus

by Box, Ben

• ISBN13: 9781908206176
• ISBN10: 1908206179
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2011-10-04
• Publisher: Footprint Handbooks

Summary

Spend the afternoon relaxing on Venezuela's Caribbean coastline, diving in crystal clear waters or taking pictures at a marine national park. When you tire of the beach, head to the bustling streets of Merida, the wildlife of the plains or the humid intensity of the Amazon rainforest. Footprintfocus Venezuela offers detailed and thoroughly researched coverage of the land once described by Columbus as ‘Paradise of Earth'. Features essential information on getting there and around plus fascinating insights into the history and culture of the country. Essentials section with useful advice on getting there and around. Highlights map of Venezuela so you know what not to miss. Comprehensive, up-to-date listings of where to eat, sleep and have fun. Detailed street maps for Caracas and other key destinations. Slim enough to fit in your pocket. Loaded with advice and information, this concise Footprint focusguide will help you get the most out of Venezuela without weighing you down. The content of Footprint focusVenezuela guide has been extracted from Footprint's South American Handbook.

Author Biography

Ben Box has been working on the South American Handbook for over 30 years and is a Latin America expert. Ben has contributed to newspapers, magazines and learned tomes, usually on the subject of travel, and has also been involved in Footprint’s Central America & Mexico, Caribbean Islands, Brazil and Peru since their inception. Having a doctorate in Spanish and Portuguese studies from London University, Ben maintains a strong interest in Latin American literature and culture.