Lake Baikal in the Travel Guide series from Bradt; encompassing a comprehensive range of titles to destinations worldwide,  with a particular focus on Africa,  Central & South America. Bradt are one of the country’s leading independent publishers & have an ethos that focuses on responsible travel,  in alliance with a philosophy of sustainability; both in the destinations the guides cover but also in encouraging tourists to limit the impact they have on the local environment. Bradt guides have a reputation for appealing to more independent travelers & often cover destinations that are not available from other publishers. Each guide opens with two comprehensive chapters on Background & Practical Information,  covering details of the country’s geography,  culture,  natural history,  government & politics,  economy,  people,  language,  religion,  education & culture. Important practical advice 
 Includes:: when to visit,  highlights,  suggested itineraries,  tour operators,  red tape,  embassies & consulates,  getting there & away,  health,  safety,  what to take,  money,  budgeting,  getting around,  accommodation,  eating & drinking,  public holidays,  shopping,  arts & entertainment,  media & communications,  business,  travel culture & cultural etiquette. Individual sections are organized geographically by region & typically open with information on practicalities & orientation,  before focusing on what to see & where to go. Information on what to see,  where to stay,  where to eat & how to find your way around is provided,  with a range of budgets catered for. Simple black & white maps locate key visitor sites & places of accommodation. Bradt Travel Guides include appendices that provide an in-depth introduction to the language of each country,  a glossary of terms & a listing of books & internet resources providing further information on the destination.