This vibrant series covers over 170 destinations worldwide, from cosmopolitan urban delights to sun-kissed beach idylls. Bursting with insightful and easily accessible information, these guides are full of practical tips on how to make the most of a city break or longer holiday.

The highly successful "Globetrotter Travel Series," which includes Travel Guides, Travel Maps, Road Atlases, Best Of Pocket Guides and In Your Pocket Language Guides, presently covers more than 90 destinations worldwide. The Packs are excellent value, including both a guidebook and a softcover version of the fold-out Globetrotter map of the region, in a printed plastic wallet. The handy pocket-size guide is packed with useful information, tips and recommendations, accompanied by colour photographs, charts and maps for the first-time traveller who wants to experience the major highlights that Barbados has to offer. The fold-out map of Barbados is ideal for tourists and visitors.

Recently redesigned, this guide is for those days when you wish to leave the beach and explore the island's rich heritage and attractions. It will help you prepare for your trip and provide you with an extensive briefing on all aspects of the Island, including: history, climate, natural history, culture, festivals, food and drink. The comprehensive FactFile at the end includes details of main attractions, information on local amenities, getting there and other essentials. Look our for top tips featuring the author's recommendations.