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How to Buy an Atlas as a Gift

An atlas makes a wonderful gift for both real and armchair travelers. Atlases have evolved into specialty books that include political, historical, economic and ecological information about a specific region.

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    Difficulty:
    Moderately Easy

    Instructions

    Things You'll Need

    • Gift Ribbons
    • Tissue Paper
    • Atlases
    • Gift Cards
    • Maps
    • Phrase Books
    • Restaurant Dining Guides
    • Travel Guides
    • Gift Bags
    • Gift Bows
    • Wrapping Paper
    • Tissue paper
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        Choose a basic reference atlas for a general overview of the area covered. You may want an atlas that focuses on, for example, North America, the world, or a specific state or country.

      • 2

        Select a road atlas if the recipient does a lot of driving, or plans to when visiting a foreign destination.

      • 3

        Look for a specialty atlas for a person with specific interests. For example, you can buy a gourmet atlas, a historical atlas of the Holocaust, a historical atlas of Israel, etc.

      • 4

        Determine the size of the atlas you want. A folio-sized atlas might be appropriate for a collector, while a pocket-sized atlas would be appreciated by the traveler.

      • 5

        Consider giving a phrase book or restaurant guide along with the atlas, if the recipient is planning to visit a specific country.

    Tips & Warnings

    • Expect to pay between $15 and $100, depending on the scope and size of the atlas you choose.

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