The Portuguese island of Madeira offers a delightful respite from the grey skies that are typical of Europe and North America in the low season months. The pleasant subtropical temperatures and the range of colours on display, makes this island the ‘Pearl of the Atlantic’ and ‘the floating garden.’ TABLE OF CONTENTS: Introduction to Madeira - Overview - Orientation - Culture - Climate and When To Go - Sightseeing Highlights - Garajau’s Natural Reserve, Funchal - Funchal - Volcanism Centre,...

Greece is one of the world's most popular tourist destinations with year-round sunny weather, great nightlife, ancient sites and awesome beauty. Greece has an extensive coastline, fantastic beaches and world-famous islands set in the Aegean, Ionian, and Mediterranean Seas. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Introduction To Greece - Overview - Culture - Location/Orientation - Climate and When To Visit - Sightseeing highlights - The Acropolis - Delphi - Greek Parliament Building and Syntagma Square - Ancien...

The quaint Amalfi Coast town of Sorrento has beautiful architecture and a scenic main square with quaint cafes, restaurants and shops. Sorrento is on the Circumvesuviana rail line and can be quickly reached from Naples. It is also an ideal base for visiting Pompeii, Herculaneum and the island of Capri.TABLE OF CONTENTS: Introduction To Sorrento - Overview - Culture - Orientation/Location - Climate and When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - The Correale di Terranova Museum - Piazz...

Nice on the French Riviera is famous for its temperate climate and landscape and it is sometimes called “Nice la Belle” (Nice the Beautiful.) It is the second-most visited tourist destination in France, after Paris, with 4 million arrivals a year. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Introduction to Nice, France - Overview - Culture - Orientation/Location - Climate and When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Promenade des Anglais - Beaches - Baie des Anges - Colline du Chateau, Vielle Ville - Old Town Nice...

Corfu, located just off the west coast of the Greek mainland, is the second largest of the Ionian islands. Situated at the meeting of the Mediterranean and Ionian Seas, Corfu is known for its sprawling, magnificent beaches and beautiful views of its glistening waters. Its Greek name, Korkyra, has its origins in mythology as the island's namesake was the romantic interest of the great sea-god Poseidon.

Once regarded as ‘a weekend city’, Belgium’s capital is now enticing more visitors to slow down and stay longer. While tourists enjoy the beer and chocolates, patient travelers are rewarded with a choice of almost 90 museums, some of the best city parks on the continent, and a wealth of dazzling architecture.   TABLE OF CONTENTS:  Introducing Brussels - Overview - Culture - Orientation/Location - Climate and When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Grand Place - The Royal Palace ...

Venice is known as the "Queen of the Adriatic," and this northeastern Italian city is an internationally acclaimed destination steeped in culture and history. Venice has magnificent basilicas, quaint palazzos, and serene promenades which hearken back to Renaissance times. Its gondolas and vaporettos travel the canals as the city's primary means of transportation. One of the most beautiful and unique cities in Europe, Venice will captivate you with its splendour. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Introduc...

Nice on the French Riviera is famous for its temperate climate and landscape and it is sometimes called “Nice la Belle” (Nice the Beautiful.) It is the second-most visited tourist destination in France, after Paris, with 4 million arrivals a year.    TABLE OF CONTENTS:  Introduction to Nice, France - Overview - Culture - Orientation/Location - Climate and When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Promenade des Anglais - Beaches - Baie des Anges - Colline du Chateau, Vielle Vi...

The Caribbean island of Jamaica offers visitors beautiful landscapes, tropical beaches, lots of sunshine and some of the world’s best rum. The main towns include Kingston, the capital city, Spanish Town, Mandeville, Portmore, Ocho Rios, Negril, Port Antonio and Montego Bay. Kingston Harbor is the seventh largest in the world. Other natural features on the island include the Y.S. Falls, Blue Lagoon, Port Royal and the Dunn’s River Fall.    TABLE OF CONTENTS:  Introduction to ...

San Diego is one of North America’s most appealing cities and is located on the Pacific Ocean in Southern California. The city has beautiful beaches, a warm climate, top universities, famous biotech and hi-tech companies, a great nightlife, an outdoor culture and well-established ethnic diversity. San Diego is conveniently located close to Orange County and Los Angeles and is just north of Tijuana, Mexico.    TABLE OF CONTENTS:  Introducing San Diego - Overview - Culture - O...

Las Vegas in Nevada’s Mojave Desert is the international center for entertainment, gambling and nightlife and remember, "what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas" in this theme park for adults. The Las Vegas strip is made up of lifelike replicas of international sights such as the Eiffel Tower, the Colosseum, and the Statue of Liberty. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Introduction to Las Vegas - Overview - Culture - Orientation/Location - Climate and When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Caesar's Palace...

Creative research methods for data generation have expanded over recent decades and researchers are eager to take a creative approach to data analysis.It is challenging to bring creativity into data analysis while retaining a systematic, rigorous, and ethical approach. Written by experts in the field, this handbook addresses these challenges. The chapters adapt analytical techniques in creative ways for novice and expert researchers. Existing and novel methods from analysis of quan...