exploring
because we 'kinda' know money and material things don't guarantee happiness ...
discover or re-discover somewhere by taking time to stroll through less known streets and markets that will provide you with lasting memories rather then spending hours tracking down a very expensive purchase in the more famous shopping streets ...
www.walkit.com think walking in and around a town or city in the UK can often be a smart choice too - no timetables to keep to, no journey delays, no overcrowding, healthy, green, free, direct, access to services (and sunlight!) en route -they are not in any way pretending that you can substitute walking for all the urban car/bus/taxi/tube trips you make but want to at least help you make more informed decisions about whether you choose to walk for all, or part, of any given journey.
pocket sized city guides for
design savvy travellers - fast-track Wallpaper City Guides compiled by the magazine's expert travel writers include tabbed listings of landmarks, architectural highlights and what to do in 24 hours in over 50 cities throughout the world £4.95 each www.phaidon.com
business or leisure travellers - the vital companion when visiting European cities, New York, Miami, Tokyo or Mumbai - the Louis Vuitton City Guides that captivate the true spirit of a destination. The very stylish 2009 European Cities boxed set contains 9 soft-back guides and includes 32 cities, practical maps, 7,000 addresses compiled by 25 leading writers and journalists, illustrations by Ruben Toledo £76.00 the set www.louisvuitton.com
and for lovers of stylish accessories, new, just visiting or prone to losing their way around London - never get lost again with the very smart leather bound Everyday Pocket London Street Map £15.00 www.noblemacmillian.com