Where to Go When

Thirty destinations are presented for each month, with 11 covered in depth. Tuscany, Italy, is recommended for October, when the grape and olive harvests take place, and when porcini mushrooms, prized truffles and other specialties appear on regional menus. The listing includes a six-day itinerary on the "Chianti Trail," from Florence to Siena. --USAToday.com

"Travel: Where to Go When" is the ultimate holiday planner, highlighting the world's most spectacular places and the best time to visit them. Written by a team of experts, "Travel: Where to Go When" combines informative and inspirational narrative with truly sumptuous photography to bring over 130 global destinations to life - all in a convenient and compact paperback format. Six different holiday themes - Natural World, Unforgettable Journeys, Family Getaways, Luxury & Romance, Activity Breaks and Festivals & Culture - ensure that there is something for everybody. Explore the Great Barrier Reef, cruise the Galapagos Islands or marvel at the mighty Victoria Falls. Enjoy the Galway Oyster Festival or the fiery extravaganza of Las Fallas, Valencia. If you want something more challenging, consider hiking the mule tracks of the Cinque Terre, or heliskiing in Whistler. Maybe it's a simple beach paradise you're after - "Travel: Where to Go When" helps you choose between the crystalline waters of Croatia and the palm fringed, white sandy beaches of Malaysia. With a simple month by month format, "Travel: Where to Go When" makes finding that getaway easier than ever, and this new compact edition fits easily on the bookshelf. Search by time of year, type of holiday, or simply flick through the pages and be inspired!