Author: Insight Guides
Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited
ISBN: 1780059531
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 646
Book Description
Insight Guides: Inspiring your next adventure The Southwestern state of Arizona offers spectacular scenery, thrilling adventures and a mix of Native American, Hispanic and Anglo cultures, plus more than 300 days of sunshine a year. Be inspired to visit by the new edition of Insight Guide Arizona and the Grand Canyon, a comprehensive full-colour guide to this epic region, covering its many national parks and wilderness areas, as well as charming towns like Bisbee and Patagonia and the cities of Phoenix and Tucson. Inside Insight Guide Arizona and the Grand Canyon: A fully-updated edition by our expert USA author. Stunning, specially-commissioned new photography that brings this breath-taking region and its people to life. Highlights of the state's top attractions, from Monument Valley and the Canyon de Chelly to cultural centers and world-class museums, in our Best of Arizona. Descriptive region-by-region accounts cover the whole state, from the canyons of the north to the deserts and mountains of the south, via the vibrant capital Phoenix. Detailed, high-quality maps throughout will help you get around and travel tips give you all the essential information for planning a memorable trip, including our independent selection of the best restaurants. 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 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 has spawned many imitators but is still the best of its type.' - Wanderlust Magazine
Insight Guides Arizona & the Grand Canyon
Author: Insight Guides
Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited
ISBN: 1780059531
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 646
Book Description
Insight Guides: Inspiring your next adventure The Southwestern state of Arizona offers spectacular scenery, thrilling adventures and a mix of Native American, Hispanic and Anglo cultures, plus more than 300 days of sunshine a year. Be inspired to visit by the new edition of Insight Guide Arizona and the Grand Canyon, a comprehensive full-colour guide to this epic region, covering its many national parks and wilderness areas, as well as charming towns like Bisbee and Patagonia and the cities of Phoenix and Tucson. Inside Insight Guide Arizona and the Grand Canyon: A fully-updated edition by our expert USA author. Stunning, specially-commissioned new photography that brings this breath-taking region and its people to life. Highlights of the state's top attractions, from Monument Valley and the Canyon de Chelly to cultural centers and world-class museums, in our Best of Arizona. Descriptive region-by-region accounts cover the whole state, from the canyons of the north to the deserts and mountains of the south, via the vibrant capital Phoenix. Detailed, high-quality maps throughout will help you get around and travel tips give you all the essential information for planning a memorable trip, including our independent selection of the best restaurants. 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 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 has spawned many imitators but is still the best of its type.' - Wanderlust Magazine
Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited
ISBN: 1780059531
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 646
Book Description
Insight Guides: Inspiring your next adventure The Southwestern state of Arizona offers spectacular scenery, thrilling adventures and a mix of Native American, Hispanic and Anglo cultures, plus more than 300 days of sunshine a year. Be inspired to visit by the new edition of Insight Guide Arizona and the Grand Canyon, a comprehensive full-colour guide to this epic region, covering its many national parks and wilderness areas, as well as charming towns like Bisbee and Patagonia and the cities of Phoenix and Tucson. Inside Insight Guide Arizona and the Grand Canyon: A fully-updated edition by our expert USA author. Stunning, specially-commissioned new photography that brings this breath-taking region and its people to life. Highlights of the state's top attractions, from Monument Valley and the Canyon de Chelly to cultural centers and world-class museums, in our Best of Arizona. Descriptive region-by-region accounts cover the whole state, from the canyons of the north to the deserts and mountains of the south, via the vibrant capital Phoenix. Detailed, high-quality maps throughout will help you get around and travel tips give you all the essential information for planning a memorable trip, including our independent selection of the best restaurants. 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 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 has spawned many imitators but is still the best of its type.' - Wanderlust Magazine
Insight Guides Arizona & Grand Canyon
Author: Insight Guides
Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited
ISBN: 1839053364
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 680
Book Description
Insight Guide to Arizona and the Grand Canyon is a pictorial travel guide in a magazine style providing answers to the key questions before or during your trip: deciding when to go to Arizona and the Grand Canyon, choosing what to see, from exploring Grand Canyon National Park to discovering Tucson or creating a travel plan to cover key places like Sedona, Monument Valley, Navajo Nation and the Chiricahua National Monument. This is an ideal travel guide for travellers seeking inspiration, in-depth cultural and historical information about Arizona and the Grand Canyon as well as a great selection of places to see during your trip. The Insight Guide Arizona and the Grand Canyon covers: Grand Canyon National Park, Flagstaff, Four Corners, Monument Valley, Phoenix, West Coast, Sedona, Mogollon Rim, White Mountains, Tucson In this travel guide you will find: IN-DEPTH CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL FEATURES Created to explore the culture and the history of Arizona and the Grand Canyon to get a greater understanding of its modern-day life, people and politics BEST OF The top attractions and Editor's Choice highlighting the most special places to visit around Arizona and the Grand Canyon CURATED PLACES, HIGH QUALITY MAPS Geographically organised text cross-referenced against full-colour, high quality travel maps for quick orientation in the Grand Canyon National Park, Flagstaff, Phoenix, Tucson and many more locations in Arizona and the Grand Canyon. COLOUR-CODED CHAPTERS Every part of Arizona and the Grand Canyon, from Northern Arizona and Central Arizona to Southern Arizona has its own colour assigned for easy navigation TIPS AND FACTS Up-to-date historical timeline and in-depth cultural background to Arizona and the Grand Canyon as well as an introduction to Arizona and the Grand Canyon's Food and Drink and fun destination-specific features. PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATION A-Z of useful advice on everything from when to go to Arizona and the Grand Canyon, how to get there and how to get around, as well as Arizona and the Grand Canyon's climate, advice on tipping, etiquette and more. STRIKING PICTURES Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Monument Valley and the spectacular Canyon de Chelly National Monument.
Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited
ISBN: 1839053364
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 680
Book Description
Insight Guide to Arizona and the Grand Canyon is a pictorial travel guide in a magazine style providing answers to the key questions before or during your trip: deciding when to go to Arizona and the Grand Canyon, choosing what to see, from exploring Grand Canyon National Park to discovering Tucson or creating a travel plan to cover key places like Sedona, Monument Valley, Navajo Nation and the Chiricahua National Monument. This is an ideal travel guide for travellers seeking inspiration, in-depth cultural and historical information about Arizona and the Grand Canyon as well as a great selection of places to see during your trip. The Insight Guide Arizona and the Grand Canyon covers: Grand Canyon National Park, Flagstaff, Four Corners, Monument Valley, Phoenix, West Coast, Sedona, Mogollon Rim, White Mountains, Tucson In this travel guide you will find: IN-DEPTH CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL FEATURES Created to explore the culture and the history of Arizona and the Grand Canyon to get a greater understanding of its modern-day life, people and politics BEST OF The top attractions and Editor's Choice highlighting the most special places to visit around Arizona and the Grand Canyon CURATED PLACES, HIGH QUALITY MAPS Geographically organised text cross-referenced against full-colour, high quality travel maps for quick orientation in the Grand Canyon National Park, Flagstaff, Phoenix, Tucson and many more locations in Arizona and the Grand Canyon. COLOUR-CODED CHAPTERS Every part of Arizona and the Grand Canyon, from Northern Arizona and Central Arizona to Southern Arizona has its own colour assigned for easy navigation TIPS AND FACTS Up-to-date historical timeline and in-depth cultural background to Arizona and the Grand Canyon as well as an introduction to Arizona and the Grand Canyon's Food and Drink and fun destination-specific features. PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATION A-Z of useful advice on everything from when to go to Arizona and the Grand Canyon, how to get there and how to get around, as well as Arizona and the Grand Canyon's climate, advice on tipping, etiquette and more. STRIKING PICTURES Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Monument Valley and the spectacular Canyon de Chelly National Monument.
Insight Guides Arizona & the Grand Canyon (Travel Guide eBook)
Author: Insight Guides
Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited
ISBN: 1789192838
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 694
Book Description
All you need to inspire every step of your journey. From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this Insight Guides book is all you need to plan your trip and experience the best of Arizona and the Grand Canyon, with in-depth insider information on must-see, top attractions like Monument Valley and hidden cultural gems like Bisbee. - Insight Guides Arizona and the Grand Canyon is ideal for travellers seeking immersive cultural experiences, from exploring Lake Powell, to discovering Greer. - In-depth on history and culture: enjoy special features on desert life and the Arizona cowboy, all written by local experts - Includes innovative, unique extras to keep you up-to-date when you're on the move - 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, aswell 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.
Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited
ISBN: 1789192838
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 694
Book Description
All you need to inspire every step of your journey. From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this Insight Guides book is all you need to plan your trip and experience the best of Arizona and the Grand Canyon, with in-depth insider information on must-see, top attractions like Monument Valley and hidden cultural gems like Bisbee. - Insight Guides Arizona and the Grand Canyon is ideal for travellers seeking immersive cultural experiences, from exploring Lake Powell, to discovering Greer. - In-depth on history and culture: enjoy special features on desert life and the Arizona cowboy, all written by local experts - Includes innovative, unique extras to keep you up-to-date when you're on the move - 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, aswell 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.
Arizona & the Grand Canyon
Author: DK Publishing
Publisher: DK Eyewitness Travel
ISBN:
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
This highly successful visual travel guide series comes complete with beautifully commissioned photographs and invaluable tips about where to stay, eat, and visit.
Publisher: DK Eyewitness Travel
ISBN:
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
This highly successful visual travel guide series comes complete with beautifully commissioned photographs and invaluable tips about where to stay, eat, and visit.
Arizona and the Grand Canyon - Insight Guides
Author: Nicky Leach
Publisher: Insight Guides
ISBN: 9781789197013
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this Insight Guides book is all you need to plan your trip and experience the best of Arizona and the Grand Canyon, with in-depth insider information on must-see, top attractions like Monument Valley and hidden cultural gems like Bisbee.
Publisher: Insight Guides
ISBN: 9781789197013
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this Insight Guides book is all you need to plan your trip and experience the best of Arizona and the Grand Canyon, with in-depth insider information on must-see, top attractions like Monument Valley and hidden cultural gems like Bisbee.
DK Eyewitness Arizona and the Grand Canyon
Author: DK Eyewitness
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 0241607388
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Discover Arizona and the Grand Canyon - a region renowned for red sandstone mesas, cactus-studded deserts, and remarkable monoliths. Whether you want to take a trip through the water-filled canyons of Lake Powell, tour the Mesa Verde National Park's Ancient Puebloan cliff dwellings, or hike one of the Grand Canyon's many walking trails, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Arizona has to offer. Dotted throughout the region's spectacular scenery are modern cities and historic towns, offering endless opportunities to experience Arizona's culture and heritage. You'll find superb museums and galleries, see the Wild West come to life, learn about Indigenous communities, and sample delicious regional cuisine. Our newly updated e-guide brings Arizona and the Grand Canyon to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the region's iconic buildings and neighbourhoods. We've also worked hard to make sure our information is as up-to-date as possible following the COVID-19 outbreak. You'll discover: -our pick of Arizona's must-see sights and top experiences -the best spots to eat, drink, shop, and stay -detailed maps and drives, which make navigating the region easy -easy-to-follow itineraries -expert advice: get ready, get around, and stay safe -colour-coded chapters to every part of Arizona, from Phoenix to Tucson, the Grand Canyon to the Four Corners -a fresh new jacket design Exploring more of the region? Try our DK Southwest USA and National Parks. Touring the country? Try our DK Eyewitness USA.
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 0241607388
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Discover Arizona and the Grand Canyon - a region renowned for red sandstone mesas, cactus-studded deserts, and remarkable monoliths. Whether you want to take a trip through the water-filled canyons of Lake Powell, tour the Mesa Verde National Park's Ancient Puebloan cliff dwellings, or hike one of the Grand Canyon's many walking trails, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Arizona has to offer. Dotted throughout the region's spectacular scenery are modern cities and historic towns, offering endless opportunities to experience Arizona's culture and heritage. You'll find superb museums and galleries, see the Wild West come to life, learn about Indigenous communities, and sample delicious regional cuisine. Our newly updated e-guide brings Arizona and the Grand Canyon to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the region's iconic buildings and neighbourhoods. We've also worked hard to make sure our information is as up-to-date as possible following the COVID-19 outbreak. You'll discover: -our pick of Arizona's must-see sights and top experiences -the best spots to eat, drink, shop, and stay -detailed maps and drives, which make navigating the region easy -easy-to-follow itineraries -expert advice: get ready, get around, and stay safe -colour-coded chapters to every part of Arizona, from Phoenix to Tucson, the Grand Canyon to the Four Corners -a fresh new jacket design Exploring more of the region? Try our DK Southwest USA and National Parks. Touring the country? Try our DK Eyewitness USA.
Insight Guides Arizona & Grand Canyon (Travel Guide with Free Ebook)
Author: Insight Guides
Publisher: Insight Guides
ISBN: 9781839053122
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
All you need to inspire every step of your journey. From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this Insight Guides book is all you need to plan your trip and experience the best of Arizona and the Grand Canyon, with in-depth insider information on must-see, top attractions like Monument Valley and hidden cultural gems like Bisbee. · Insight Guides Arizona and the Grand Canyon is ideal for travellers seeking immersive cultural experiences, from exploring Lake Powell, to discovering Greer. · In-depth on history and culture: enjoy special features on desert life and the Arizona cowboy, 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, aswell 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.
Publisher: Insight Guides
ISBN: 9781839053122
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
All you need to inspire every step of your journey. From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, this Insight Guides book is all you need to plan your trip and experience the best of Arizona and the Grand Canyon, with in-depth insider information on must-see, top attractions like Monument Valley and hidden cultural gems like Bisbee. · Insight Guides Arizona and the Grand Canyon is ideal for travellers seeking immersive cultural experiences, from exploring Lake Powell, to discovering Greer. · In-depth on history and culture: enjoy special features on desert life and the Arizona cowboy, 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, aswell 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.
Arizona and the Grand Canyon
Author: John Gattuso
Publisher: Langenscheidt Publishing Group
ISBN: 9781585731695
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 368
Book Description
This book provides everything you'll ever need in a guide book. It is an inspiring background read, an invaluable on-the-spot companion and a superb souvenir of your visit. Evocative photography: Insight Guides are renowned for their great pictures, which vividly convey a sense of everyday life. Illuminating text: Expert writers bring to life Arizona's history, culture, parks, arts, food and, above all, its people. Incisive evaluations: From the overwhelming beauty of the Grand Canyon and Indian Country to the bustle of Phoenix and Tucson, it's all here. Detailed, cross-referenced maps: All sites are clearly highlighted and numbered in relation to the text. Full listings: All the travel details, hotels, restaurants and phone numbers you'll need.
Publisher: Langenscheidt Publishing Group
ISBN: 9781585731695
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 368
Book Description
This book provides everything you'll ever need in a guide book. It is an inspiring background read, an invaluable on-the-spot companion and a superb souvenir of your visit. Evocative photography: Insight Guides are renowned for their great pictures, which vividly convey a sense of everyday life. Illuminating text: Expert writers bring to life Arizona's history, culture, parks, arts, food and, above all, its people. Incisive evaluations: From the overwhelming beauty of the Grand Canyon and Indian Country to the bustle of Phoenix and Tucson, it's all here. Detailed, cross-referenced maps: All sites are clearly highlighted and numbered in relation to the text. Full listings: All the travel details, hotels, restaurants and phone numbers you'll need.
Arizona & the Grand Canyon
Author: Nicky Leach
Publisher: Insight Guides
ISBN: 9781780050515
Category : Arizona
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Insight Guide Arizona and the Grand Canyon is an essential guide to one of the most spectacular natural landscapes in the world. It includes advice on how and when to visit the Grand Canyon, as well as what other sights are worth visiting in the region. Our inspirational Best of Arizona section highlights unmissable sights and experiences, while a comprehensive Travel Tips section gives you all the practical information you need to plan your trip. Our selective listings for hotel and restaurants are the personal recommendations of our local authors and direct visitors to authentic establishments with local character. Lavish Photo Features offer a unique insight into natural wonders, such as the ecology of the Grand Canyon and the region's birdlife, as well attractions such as The Heard Museum in Phoenix and Arizona wineries. Twice as long as the only other full-color competitor, Insight Guide Arizona and the Grand Canyon is packed with fascinating information on this spectacular region, accompanied by stunning photography. A detailed Places section, with full-color maps, guides you around the villages, towns and cities of the Copper State, from the vast expanses of its national parks to the eery emptiness of its former mining towns.
Publisher: Insight Guides
ISBN: 9781780050515
Category : Arizona
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Insight Guide Arizona and the Grand Canyon is an essential guide to one of the most spectacular natural landscapes in the world. It includes advice on how and when to visit the Grand Canyon, as well as what other sights are worth visiting in the region. Our inspirational Best of Arizona section highlights unmissable sights and experiences, while a comprehensive Travel Tips section gives you all the practical information you need to plan your trip. Our selective listings for hotel and restaurants are the personal recommendations of our local authors and direct visitors to authentic establishments with local character. Lavish Photo Features offer a unique insight into natural wonders, such as the ecology of the Grand Canyon and the region's birdlife, as well attractions such as The Heard Museum in Phoenix and Arizona wineries. Twice as long as the only other full-color competitor, Insight Guide Arizona and the Grand Canyon is packed with fascinating information on this spectacular region, accompanied by stunning photography. A detailed Places section, with full-color maps, guides you around the villages, towns and cities of the Copper State, from the vast expanses of its national parks to the eery emptiness of its former mining towns.
Canyon
Author: Michael P. Ghiglieri
Publisher: University of Arizona Press
ISBN: 0816536635
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 330
Book Description
Fasten your life jackets for a ride you'll never forget. Now the excitement of a raft trip through the Grand Canyon has been re-created by a seasoned whitewater guide with a passion to share one of the world's most fantastic journeys. Michael Ghiglieri, a professional river guide for more than 17 years, has written the first book to describe that trip from the modern boatman's point of view. From Lee's Ferry to Diamond Creek, Ghiglieri leads you down 226 miles of wild river and through some of the most breathtaking scenery on earth. Along the way, he navigates the Colorado River's dozens of notorious rapids—many of which drop fifteen feet or more—and shares the excitement of waves and boulders, thunder and foam. Recounting a real journey through this geological wonder, Canyon interweaves heart-pounding adventure with factual insights into the world of Grand Canyon. Between the rapids, Ghiglieri relates tales of river runners past and present, lessons in geology and wildlife, observations on the impact of Glen Canyon Dam, and stories of Native inhabitants, from Anasazi ancestors to Havasupai Rastafarians. This trip also offers more than its share of human drama for the passengers aboard, leaving them with tales of their own to tell. "Running the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon is to me the most impressive journey on our planet," writes Ghiglieri, "an adventure that leaves no traveler unchanged." For anyone who has ever shared or contemplated that adventure, Canyon recreates an unforgettable ride.
Publisher: University of Arizona Press
ISBN: 0816536635
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 330
Book Description
Fasten your life jackets for a ride you'll never forget. Now the excitement of a raft trip through the Grand Canyon has been re-created by a seasoned whitewater guide with a passion to share one of the world's most fantastic journeys. Michael Ghiglieri, a professional river guide for more than 17 years, has written the first book to describe that trip from the modern boatman's point of view. From Lee's Ferry to Diamond Creek, Ghiglieri leads you down 226 miles of wild river and through some of the most breathtaking scenery on earth. Along the way, he navigates the Colorado River's dozens of notorious rapids—many of which drop fifteen feet or more—and shares the excitement of waves and boulders, thunder and foam. Recounting a real journey through this geological wonder, Canyon interweaves heart-pounding adventure with factual insights into the world of Grand Canyon. Between the rapids, Ghiglieri relates tales of river runners past and present, lessons in geology and wildlife, observations on the impact of Glen Canyon Dam, and stories of Native inhabitants, from Anasazi ancestors to Havasupai Rastafarians. This trip also offers more than its share of human drama for the passengers aboard, leaving them with tales of their own to tell. "Running the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon is to me the most impressive journey on our planet," writes Ghiglieri, "an adventure that leaves no traveler unchanged." For anyone who has ever shared or contemplated that adventure, Canyon recreates an unforgettable ride.