Since the 1970s Bradt have been informing, enlightening, advising – and even occasionally astounding – travellers who want to explore new places. From the seriously offbeat to popular tourist locations our guides are written with knowledge, sensitivity and understanding.

Through 30 years of publishing, Bradt has kept its focus on the needs of the end-user: the adventurous traveller who seeks out off-beat places and the dreamer who would like to travel there but perhaps never will. The books provide accurate and up-to-date facts on such essentials as hotels and transport while enhancing the visitor's experience through insights into the local culture and natural history. To this end authors are chosen with care, not just for their writing ability but for their enthusiasm and love for the countries they are describing.