Books by Ros Belford

The Mini Rough Guide to Sicily: Travel Guide with EBook

by Rough Guides, Ros Belford

This mini pocket Sicily travel guidebook is perfect for travellers looking for essential information about Sicily. It provides details on key places and main attractions, along with a selection of itineraries, recommendations for restaurants and top tips on how to make the most of your trip. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.

In this Sicily guidebook, you will find:

• Curated recommendations of places - expert picks of main attractions, child-friendly activities and relaxing spots, plus where to take the best photos


• What's new, when to go and sustainable travel - all-new features direct you to what you need to know


• Things not to miss in Sicily - Aeolian Islands, Mount Etna, Valley of the Temples, Villa Romana, Parco Archeologico Della Neapolis, Monreale, Noto Duomo, Cefalù, Taormina, Riserva Dello Zingaro


• Three unique trip plans - itinerary suggestions for those on a short break, including one for a Perfect tour


• Food and drink - recommendations for local specialities and the best dining experiences


• What to do in Sicily - recommendations for entertainment, shopping, sports, children's activities, events and nightlife


• Practical information - how to get there and around, money, health and medical care, and tourist information


• Overview maps - handy maps on the inside cover flaps show Sicily and around


• Italian section - basic vocabulary and phrases from the local language


• Striking pictures - inspirational colour photography throughout


• Free download of the eBook - available after purchase of the printed guidebook


• Coverage includes: Palermo, the eastern coast, the southwestern coast, the west coast

Pocket Rough Guide Walks and Tours Italian Lakes: Travel Guide with EBook

by Rough Guides, Lisa Gerard-Sharp, Ros Belford, Susie Boulton

This compact, pocket-sized Italian Lakes travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips, who want to make sure they experience the destination's highlights and really get a flavour of the place. It includes ready-made walking and driving itineraries, with detailed directions, that allow you to organise your visit to Italian Lakes without losing time planning. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.

In this Italian Lakes travel book, you will find:

• 18 ready-made walks and tours - easy-to-follow walking and driving trip plans featuring the best places to visit, as well as what to do and where to eat along the way


• Itinerary details - each walk or tour starts with pointers on the time taken, distance covered and how to connect it with other itineraries in the book


• Best walks and tours in Italian Lakes for art lovers, castle enthusiasts, escaping the crowds, ferry trips, food and wine, island hopping, shopping, villas and gardens


• Curated recommendations of places - the walks and tours feature all the main attractions and off-the-beaten-track adventures, as well as child-friendly family activities and chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas


• Insider recommendations - tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spots


• Historical and cultural insights - thematic features highlight Italian Lakes's unique life and culture


• Unique hotel, restaurant and nightlife listings - curated details of where to stay, eat and go out, whatever your interest, for a range of budgets


• Practical information - how to get there, how to get around and an A-Z of essential details


• Handy mapping - practical maps for each walk and tour, with clearly numbered sights


• Free download of the eBook - available after the purchase of the printed guidebook


• Coverage includes: the Borromean Islands, Stresa, Monte Mottarone, Santa Caterina, Lake Mergozzo, Lake Orta, Varese, Lake Lugano, Bellagio, Como Town, Bergamo, Lake Iseo

The Rough Guide to Tuscany and Umbria: Travel Guide with EBook

by Rough Guides, Tim Jepson, Jonathan Buckley, Ros Belford

Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Tuscany and Umbria, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.

Inside this Tuscany and Umbria travel book, you'll find:

• Regional deep dive - coverage of key regions, offering a rich selection of places and experiences, and honest reviews of each one


• Itinerary samples - designed for various durations and interests


• Practical information - tips on how to get there and get around, use public transport, beat the crowds, save time and money, travel responsibly and more


• Expert recommendations - insider advice on where to eat, drink, and stay, alongside tips for nightlife and outdoor activities


• Seasonal tips - when to go to Tuscany and Umbria, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip


• Must-See pick - a curated selection of not-to-miss sights as chosen by our authors - Piano Grande, San Gimignano, Cortona, the Uffizi, Orvieto, Perugia, Spoleto, La Verna, Michelangelo Sculptures, Alpi Apuane, the Piero della Francesca Trail, Lucca, Sant'Antimo, Campo dei Miracoli (Pisa), Duomo (Siena)


• Navigational maps - colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment


• Cultural insights - engaging stories delve into the local culture, history, arts and more, enriching your understanding of Tuscany and Umbria


• Language essentials - a handy Italian dictionary and glossary to help you communicate and connect with locals


• Inspiring travel photography - full-colour pictures capture the essence of Tuscany and Umbria, bringing each location to life and fuelling your wanderlust


• Bonus eBook - Free download with purchase, offering digital access to our comprehensive guide


• Coverage includes: Florence, Lucca, Pisa, Elba, the Maremma, Siena, the Sienese hill-towns, Arezzo Province, Perugia, Assisi, Spoleto, the Valnerina, Orvieto

The Rough Guide to Italy: Travel Guide with EBook

by Rough Guides, Ros Belford

Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Italy, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.

Inside this Italy travel book, you'll find:

• Regional deep dive - coverage of key regions, offering a rich selection of places and experiences, and honest reviews of each one


• Itinerary samples - designed for various durations and interests


• Practical information - tips on how to get there and get around, use public transport, beat the crowds, save time and money, travel responsibly and more


• Expert recommendations - insider advice on where to eat, drink, and stay, alongside tips for nightlife and outdoor activities


• Seasonal tips - when to go to Italy, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip


• Must-See pick - a curated selection of not-to-miss sights as chosen by our authors - Amalfi coast, the Uffizi in Florence, Neapolitan pizza, Vatican museums, Sicily's Greek ruins, hiking in the Dolomites, Basilica di San Francesco, Baroque architecture in Lecce, Lake Como, frescoes in Padua, agiturismi


• Navigational maps - colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment


• Cultural insights - engaging stories delve into the local culture, history, arts and more, enriching your understanding of Italy


• Language essentials - a handy Italian dictionary and glossary to help you communicate and connect with locals


• Inspiring travel photography - full-colour pictures capture the essence of Italy, bringing each location to life and fuelling your wanderlust


• Bonus eBook - Free download with purchase, offering digital access to our comprehensive guide


• Coverage includes: Rome, Tuscany, Venice, Lombardy, Liguria, Umbria, Puglia, Sicily, Sardinia, the Lakes, Calabria, Piemonte

Rough Guides Sardinia: Travel Guide with EBook

by Rough Guides, Ros Belford

Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Sardinia, written by Italy experts, goes beyond the basics. It blends must-see sights with hidden gems and offers unmatched practical guidance for seamless planning and on-the-go exploration. Packed with in-depth advice often missing from other guides, it helps you navigate with ease. From using public transport to discovering the best dining, accommodations, and local experiences, this guide covers it all. Every detail you need for a smooth and enriching journey.

Inside this Sardinia travel book, you'll find:

• Regional deep dive - in-depth coverage of key areas with curated experiences and honest reviews


• Itinerary samples - tailored plans for different trip lengths and travel styles


• Practical information - essential tips on getting there, using public transport, avoiding crowds, saving time and money, and traveling responsibly


• Expert recommendations - insider advice on the best places to eat, drink, stay, and enjoy nightlife or outdoor activities


• Seasonal tips - when to go to Sardinia, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip


• Must-see pick - unmissable sights handpicked by our authors - walk to Tiscali, Ethnographic Museum in Nuoro, Easter celebrations, Inland Gallura, Nora, Castelsardo Old Town, Tharros on the Sinis Peninsula, seafood in Alghero, Bosa, La Pelosa, Nuraghe Santu Antine, Sa Sartiglia in Oristano, Neptune's Grotto in Alghero, Sassari's Old Town, Museo Archeologico in Cagliari


• Easy-to-use maps - colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment


• Cultural insights - engaging stories on local history, arts, and traditions for a deeper understanding of Sardinia


• Language essentials - Italian and Sardu phrases and vocabulary to help you connect with locals


• Inspiring travel photography - stunning full-color images capturing the essence of Sardinia, and fueling your wanderlust


• Designed for comfort and sustainability - a velvet soft-touch cover for a secure grip and premium uncoated paper from responsibly sourced materials


• Bonus eBook - free download with purchase for added convenience


• Coverage includes: Cagliari, Campidano, La Marmilla, Sarrabus, Oristano, Alghero, Sassari, Gallura, Nuoro, Ogliastra

Travel smart and experience Sardinia with confidence. Let this guide to Sardinia be your trusted companion to must-see sights, hidden gems, and local secrets for an unforgettable adventure.

The Rough Guide to the Italian Lakes: Travel Guide with EBook

by Rough Guides, Ros Belford

Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Italian Lakes, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.

Inside this Italian Lakes travel book, you'll find:

• Regional deep dive - coverage of key regions, offering a rich selection of places and experiences, and honest reviews of each one


• Itinerary samples - designed for various durations and interests


• Practical information - tips on how to get there and get around, use public transport, beat the crowds, save time and money, travel responsibly and more


• Expert recommendations - insider advice on where to eat, drink, and stay, alongside tips for nightlife and outdoor activities


• Seasonal tips - when to go to Italian Lakes, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip


• Must-See pick - a curated selection of not-to-miss sights as chosen by our authors - Lake Como, Franciacorta vineyards, shopping in Milan, opera in Verona, Orta San Giulio (Lake Orta), historic lakefront villas, The Last Supper, taking a boat ride, waterfront cafés, Mantua, Bergamo Alta, Isole Borromee (Lake Maggiore)


• Navigational maps - colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment


• Cultural insights - engaging stories delve into the local culture, history, arts and more, enriching your understanding of Italian Lakes


• Language essentials - a handy Italian dictionary and glossary to help you communicate and connect with locals


• Inspiring travel photography - full-colour pictures capture the essence of Italian Lakes, bringing each location to life and fuelling your wanderlust


• Bonus eBook - Free download with purchase, offering digital access to our comprehensive guide


• Coverage includes: Milan, Lake Orta, Lake Maggiore, Lake Como, Bergamo, Lake Iseo, Brescia, Cremona, Lake Garda, Verona, Mantua