Information Sources

Practicalities Getting Organised Information Sources Suppliers of Travel Publications 

Focus Guides
60 Crewys Road, London NW2 2AD
Travel books at lower prices - and post free. As well as multiple travel web links the site includes searchable sections on Britain, European cities, France, Greece, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jewish travel, Mediterranean resorts North Africa, Portugal, Vegetarian travel.

GRIPMaps
‘Global Route Information Planning' says the strap line of an operation established by two ex AA employees. An online catalogue of maps, atlases and travel guides. There are sections on countries, publishers and activities. Also offers Griptik, a bespoke, personalised route planning service for European travel. ‘Using our extensive knowledge of driving throughout Europe we can plan and highlight your preferred route onto good quality maps. The pack includes estimated journey time and distances plus motoring factsheets with travel tips, packed in a plastic wallet.

Stanfords
12-14 Long Acre, London WC2E 9LP
tel: 020 7240 3611Describing itself as the world's leading independent map and travel bookshop is offering what it believes to be an unrivalled range of maps and travel literature on the site. With around 30,000 specialist titles. An indexing system means visitors can search for type of title for any destination to find the most suitable on the market. There is also an option to search in order of staff recommendations as they regularly road test both maps and guides.
The site also sells a range pf practical items including compasses, mosquito nets, Swiss army knives and first aid kits.