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NEW! Dream Trip guides - available now Our brand new Footprint Dream Trip series is the ultimate tool for those who want to get to the heart of a country on their holidays, but don't necessarily have a huge amount of time to travel. The Dream Trip series breaks down a country into inspirational itineraries which can be combined for longer trips, ensuring that you see the best of the destination during your visit. These itineraries, researched by expert authors, are carefully tailored ensure that you don't waste any time during your trip. Hand-picked recommendations, off-the-beaten-track suggestions and tips for all budgets mean that you will see the best the country has to offer on your dream trip. The compact and lightweight design is ideal to take on your travels, and they are priced at a fantastic £9.99.

Footprint Focus guides are smaller, soft cover guidebooks which focus on specific destinations such as São Paulo in Brazil, or classic itineraries such as Zanzibar & Pemba in Tanzania. Rather than cover an entire country, Focus guides are tightly defined by destination, providing all the info you need and none of the stuff you don't! Like our Handbooks, these guides are reliable, up-to-date, and provide many opportunities to get off the beaten track. Unlike most guidebooks however these lightweight guides are slim enough to fit in your pocket - so they will help you get the most out of your destination without weighing you down.

Focus guide eBooks

We are starting to release our Focus guides as digital eBooks so you are able to access all the information you need at the touch of a button (or a swipe of a finger). With up-to-date comprehensive information covering specific regions, these eBooks are perfect for a weekend away - or to add to your library for year backpacking the world. Priced from just £2.99 our Focus Guide eBooks contain accurate information, maps and hyperlinks so you have easy access to additional information on hotels, eateries and attractions. These Focus Guide eBooks are available now on the Kindle, Kobo, the Sony eReader and via the Kindle application on tablet devices and smart phones. 

Handbooks

Footprint Handbooks really get under the skin of the destination they are covering and are designed for independent, adventurous travellers looking for an authentic experience. Written for those looking to get off the beaten track, inquisitive about different cultures and sensitive towards the communities they encounter, Footprint guides are jam-packed with up-to-date information and facts. The compact, lightweight and durable format is ideal for long-haul breaks, while colour maps and planning sections make them the perfect travelling companion. 

PDF Downloads 

From Bolivia to Borneo our  PDF downloads are perfect for technology fans the world over. Available to buy now from our online shop, our PDF files are easy to download and contain all the same content as our awarding winning guides – making them perfect for use on the road.  Our PDF downloads are available for all our fantastic Handbooks and Focus guides (if you can't spot one, just ask) and can be read  on iPads, iPhones, iTouch, Kindle, Kobo and other e-reader devices - although the use of free applications may be required for some.

Lifestyle & activity guides

Footprint’s highly acclaimed lifestyle and activity guides are unique in their fusing of travel with passions and pursuits. Whether you’re into surfing, mountain biking, diving or skiing, or perhaps an adventurous parent, budding yogi or wannabe photographer, these guides provide the quality information you need to ensure the best possible experience – whichever part of the world you are travelling to. Combined with stunning full-colour photography these guides will inspire you to get out there and explore.

Full-colour destination guides

If you’re looking for high-quality information, combined with stunning photography and a stylish layout then Footprint’s full-colour destination guides are perfect for you. With visually striking images and design these guides will have you falling in love with your destination before you’ve even left home! Covering all the well-known sights (as well as a few surprises) and including advice from the locals, these guides are all you need to plan your trip. (Some guides also include a standalone PopOut map!)

Travel with Kids guides

Footprint's highly acclaimed Travel with Kids series is ideal for parents who are planning their next family holiday. All of the guides are written with families in mind, featuring sights and tips for parents and children. With full-colour photography throughout, these guides make great coffee-table books as well as practical resources. Each guide features a Kids' stuff section with quizes and games, a Grown-ups' stuff section aimed at adults, plus comprehensive information on major and lesser known sights.

A number of our Travel with Kids guides are now available as eBooks from the iBooks store or through iTunes. For more information, please click here.

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