NBS recommends fascinating travel reads

Lonely Planet Diving & Snorkeling:Philippines

Published by Lonely Planet

Publications Pty Ltd.

P795

MANILA, Philippines - With more than 7,000 islands and countless coral reefs, the Philippines offers a plethora of diving opportunities. Whether it’s snorkeling alongside whale sharks, cruising with mantas or thresher sharks, exploring WWII wrecks or simply hanging out near the kaleidoscopic walls and reefs, this tropical paradise will fascinate divers of all skill levels.

Palawan: The Land Of Blessing

By Alya B. Honasan

P2,500

In a tribute to their special province, the Provincial Government of Palawan, under the aegis of Governor Joel T. Reyes, has come up with this visual celebration, capturing places and faces, coastlines and communities, sea creatures and school children, the mavericks of today and the leaders of tomorrow. In sections on “The Islands” and “The Blessing,” photographer Noel Oshima records the many moods and permutations of the province, traveling to its four corners and immortalizing what sets the place and its people apart — inspiring awe, delight, admiration, and serenity.

Palawan: The Land of Blessing is a grand paean to the richness of Palawan, as evident in the natural gifts that have made it a truly beautiful place, and in the sharing and sense of community that have given its people opportunity, strength, and hope.

Presenting The Philippines

By Nigel Hicks

P1,685

Nigel Hicks’ informative and entertaining text and distinctive and highly personal photography present a wide-ranging introduction to the many faces of the Philippines for resident and visitor alike. The main text is accompanied by sidebars or box stories used to highlight details of particular interest, provide anecdotal information, and give a lively and reader-friendly look to the book. The book is divided into two parts, the first part giving an overview of the landscapes, people history, modern economy and culture of the Philippines, and the second part looking in detail at the four main regions: Luzon and the main Island; Mindoro and Palawan - the Wild Frontiers; the Visayas - Island and Beach Life; and, Mindanao - the Islamic South.

Metro Manila Street Map

Published by National Book Store

P1,295

Make trip planning easy with this updated and comprehensive Street Map. Get accurate driving directions to just about anywhere in Metro Manila. Fully indexed with streets, hotels, food chains, bus terminals, shopping areas, hospitals, coffee shops, banks, etc., and layered with information about sites and mass transit routes, this map will surely guide you in the right direction. Certified by NAMRIA, this Metro Manila Street Map is an absolute travel essential!

Our Choice: A Plan To Solve The Climate Crisis

By Al Gore

P975

Our Choice gathers in one place all of the most effective solutions that are available now and that, together, will solve this crisis. It is meant to depoliticize the issue as much as possible and inspire readers to take action — not only on an individual basis but as participants in the political processes by which every country, and the world as a whole, makes the choice that now confronts us.