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Andalucia Explored with Rough Guides TMT

Rough Guides Tailor-Made Tours (TMT) are more popular than ever, and there has been an increase in exciting Rough Guides tours to beautiful Andalucía. Situated in the southern part of the Iberian Peninsula, Andalucía is an idyllic haven for people yearning to be surrounded by unique architectural styles, sun-drenched resorts, hiking in the rugged hills and through olive groves. Be amazed by an abundance of historical landmarks and museums in the picturesque southern region of Spain.  Andalucía Explored Drive to the beautiful hilltop town of Ronda and visit Jerez de la Frontera, the capital of Andalucian horse culture. Enjoy the Sherry Triangle. Head to Seville and visit the  Museum of Flamenco, and explore The Alhambra and the old quarter in Granada. End the tour with a scenic drive to Malaga.   Starting at USD 2491 per adult / 9 days International flights not included. Local Experts  100% Tailor-Made  Click HERE  for more information about this tour.

Why would anyone want to go on a tour?

Two years ago Ebook Travel Guides launched a new business planning and guiding tours to a variety of destinations across the planet.  Our in-house team of travel experts chose the name E.T.G Tours for a business that would invite small groups of adventurous travellers to join us on a series of trips that aim to journey to the heart of a destination. Two years on, and nine trips later and we have fine-tuned a range of experiences to four regions of the world, that we know you will enjoy. Discover with us: Morocco, Southern India, Spain's Andalucia, or Colombia's Caribbean coast.  Thought lies at the heart of everything we do at E.T.G. Tours, with low impact, sustainable travel our main priority.  How does it work? We ask you to apply in a small group with a firm plan, whether you are a family, a couple or travelling with a close friend. We can offer you a full package guided tour, or we can simply plan and book your hotels and transport and provide you with a detailed itinerary

New York City Travel Guide by Rough Guides

New York City Rough Guide New York City offers a unique blend of history, culture, entertainment, and culinary delights, making it a must-visit destination for travelers from around the world. From luxury boutiques on Fifth Avenue, to the Guggenheim Museum and Chinatown to Little Italy. From Harlem to the Statue of Liberty, Times Square, Central Park, the Empire State Building and the iconic Brooklyn Bridge. This guide covers: the Harbor Islands; the Financial District; Tribeca; Soho; Chinatown; Little Italy; Nolita; Lower East Side; the East Village; the West Village; Chelsea; the Meatpacking District; Union Square; Gramercy Park; the Flatiron District; Midtown East; Midtown West; Central Park; the Upper East Side; the Upper West Side; Morningside Heights; Harlem; north Manhattan; Brooklyn; Queens; the Bronx; Staten Island. Click HERE for more details.

A Rough Guides Tour to Athens to Milos, Naxos and Santorini

A Greece adventure to Athens to Milos, Naxos and Santorini Start the summer off with a tour to beautiful Greece. Take a day excursion to Mykonos and enjoy the historical and cultural riches in Athens. The idyllic island life in Milos and take in its cycladic charm. Savour sunsets in Santorini, explore the ancient sites of Naxos, and immerse yourself in history at the Acropolis. Savour personalised excursions, culinary trips, and Aegean cruises. Click HERE to visit the Rough Guides website for full details on the detailed itinerary. Planned by Eirini, A local expert for Greece Starting at USD 4872 per adult / 11 days International flights not included.  LOCAL EXPERTS 100% TAILOR-MADE

Is it worth buying a travel guide?

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Do people still buy travel guides before setting off on an adventure? The answer is yes, many, but the way we use guidebooks has changed a lot over the years. In the past people would rely on their travel guide 100%, they clung onto their bible of a destination, lost in the world without useful city maps to refer to and recommended rooms. These days a lot of pre-planning begins online. We see recommendations of dream destinations to visit on Instagram and TikTok, and book rooms in advance on booking.com and Airbnb. Google maps helps us navigate the streets, and Uber and Ola often transport us around. So why would you need to carry a hefty guidebook around? The truth of the matter is, that if you really want to get to the heart of a destination, the planning and suggested routes and itineraries in travel guides such as Lonely Planet and Rough Guides are the most efficient and reliable way to get an overview and help you plan your adventure. Social media and the internet is wonderful for