Tuesday, 22 January 2019
Andalucia travel guide - 9th edition by Lonely Planet
Andalucia travel guide
The scent of orange blossom, the swish of a flamenco dress, the glimpse of a white village perched atop a crag: memories of Andalucía linger.
Experience the Alhambra’s perfect blend of architecture and nature, visit the Spanish Royals’ residence at the Alcazar and hike to the rugged cliff-top town of Ronda.
Coverage Includes: Seville, Huelva, Sevilla, Cádiz, Gibraltar, Malaga, Almeria, Granada, Jaen, Cordoba, Tarifa, Ronda, Baeza, Ubeda, and more
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Monday, 21 January 2019
Georgia & the Carolinas travel guide - 2nd edition by Lonely Planet
Georgia & the Carolinas travel guide
Striking landscapes, tumultuous history, soul-satisfying food and oodles of Southern charm await visitors to Georgia and the Carolinas. Take a thoughtful trip around Atlanta’s Center for Civil & Human Rights, hike in the stunning Great Smoky Mountains National Park, admire Charleston’s antebellum architecture and feast on low-country fare.
Coverage Includes: Atlanta, Savannah & Coastal Georgia, Charleston & South Carolina, Charlotte & the Triangle, Coastal North Carolina, North Carolina Mountains, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and more
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Provence & the Cote d'Azur travel guide - 9th edition by Lonely Planet
Provence & the Cote d'Azur travel guide
Whether you’re cruising the clifftop roads, sunbathing on the beaches or browsing the weekly markets, Provence and the Côte d’Azur are sexy, sun-drenched and seductive. Try local cheese and wine in hilltop villages overlooking lavender fields, relax on the beaches of St-Tropez and try your luck in Monaco’s famous casino.
Coverage Includes: Marseille, Aix-en-Provence, the Camargue, Arles, Nice, Monaco, Menton, Cannes, St-Tropez, Toulon, Avignon, Hill Towns of the Luberon, Haute-Provence, Southern Alps, and more
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Naples, Pompeii & the Amalfi Coast travel guide - 6th edition by Lonely Planet
Naples, Pompeii & the Amalfi Coast travel guide
Campania is the Italy of your wildest dreams: a rich, intense, hypnotic ragù of vibrant street life, decadent palaces, pastel-hued villages and aria-inspiring vistas. Meander past orange groves and swaying pines to reach steep seaside towns, go cave diving off the Capri coast and contemplate the silent power of Mt. Vesuvius.
Coverage Includes: Naples, Procida, Capri, Positano, Mt Vesuvius, Pompeii, Ravello, The Islands, Salerno, the Cilento, Amalfi Coast, and more
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Seoul city guide - 9th edition by Lonely Planet
Seoul city guide
Walk along the long-buried Cheonggyecheon stream, wander the labyrinthine streets of Bukchon Hanok Village and try some lip-smacking local cuisine at Gwangjang Market.
Coverage Includes: Myeong-dong, Gangnam, Apgujeong, Dongdaemun, Itaewon, Insa-dong, Yongsan-gu, Jung-gu, Hongdae, Sinchon, Edae, Yeouido, Namsan, Gwanghwamun, Jongno-gu, Jamsil, Daehangno, Seongbuk-dong
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Madrid city guide - 9th edition by Lonely Planet
Madrid city guide
No city on earth is more alive than Madrid, a beguiling place whose sheer energy carries a simple message: this city really knows how to live.
View the marvellous frescoes at Plaza Mayor, enjoy tapas in La Latina and take a stroll with the locals in the Parque del Buen Retiro.
Coverage Includes: Salamanca, Plaza Mayor, Royal Madrid, La Latina, Lavapiés, Malasaña, Chueca, Parque del Oeste, Sol, Santa Ana, Huertas, El Retiro, and more
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Review: New Chile & Easter Island travel guide by Lonely Planet
Review: New Lonely Planet Chile & Easter Island travel guide
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Packed full of trustworthy and up-to-date advice, check out the new Lonely Planet Chile & Easter Island travel guide. Chile is nature on a colossal scale, but travel here is surprisingly easy if you don't rush it. Strap on your pack and hike through winding forests to
behold the granite mountain spires of Las Torres; watch sunset turn the Valle
de la Luna intense purple, gold, pink and yellow; and puzzle over the giant
statues of Easter Island - all with your trusted travel companion.
TOP 10
TOP 10
1. Parque National Torres del Paine.
2. Chasing Big-City Culture.
3. Moai of Easter Island.
4. North-Coast Surfing.
5. Churches of Chiloé.
6. Wine Tasting.
7. Swooning over Valle de la Luna.
8. La Araucania's National Park Trifecta.
9. Elqui Valley.
10. Skiing the Andes.
Inside Lonely Planet’s Chile & Easter Island:
- Colour maps and images throughout
- Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your
personal needs and interests
- Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a
local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
- Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation,
phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
- Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing,
going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
- Cultural insights provide a richer, more rewarding travel
experience - covering history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine,
politics
- Over 97 maps for easy navigation
Coverage Includes: Santiago, Middle Chile, Southern
Heartland, Archipielago Juan Fernandez, Norte Grande, Norte Chico, Sur Chico,
Chiloé, Northern Patagonia, Southern Patagonia, Tierra del Fuego, Easter Island
Curator: Carolyn McCarthy
Writers: Cathy Brown, Mark Johanson, Kevin Raub, Regis St
Louis
Discover this fascinating country with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Chile & Easter Island, and begin your journey now!
Saturday, 19 January 2019
Review: The NEW Rough Guide to Great Britain
Review: The NEW Rough Guide to Great Britain
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"Viking knees-ups, crumbling castles and dizzyingly diverse cities: for a small place, Great Britain packs a lot in. The long history of these islands is visible around every corner, in ancient stone circles and genteel seaside resorts, soot-blackened sites of Victorian industry and cutting-edge modern art galleries. Great Britain is full of surprises, and this fully updated Rough Guide will lead you down twisting alleyways, along precipitous coast paths and over heather-strewn moorland to find the very best it has to offer."
Discover Rough Guides’ home patch with the most incisive and
entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to tuck into a balti in
Birmingham, get your thrills at Blackpool Pleasure Beach or tackle Scotland’s
majestic North Coast 500, The Rough Guide to Great Britain will show you the
ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and visit along the way.
Top 10.
1. The Gower Peninsula.
2. Hampton Court Palace
3. Stonehenge
4. The Lake District.
5. West Highland Railway.
6. Whale-and-Dolphin Watching.
7. Southwold.
8. Whitby.
9. Oxford and Cambridge Colleges.
10. The British Museum.
Inside The Rough Guide to Vietnam
– Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides’
trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of
your visit, with options to suit every budget.
– Full-colour maps throughout – navigate the medieval lanes
of York or Bath’s Georgian streets without needing to get online.
– Stunning images – a rich collection of inspiring colour
photography.
- Things not to miss – Rough Guides’ rundown of Britain’s
best sights and experiences.
– Itineraries – carefully planned routes to help you
organize your trip.
– Detailed regional coverage- whether off the beaten track
or in more mainstream tourist destinations, this travel guide has in-depth
practical advice for every step of the way.
– Basics – essential pre-departure practical information
including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food and drink, the
media, festivals and events, sports and outdoor activities.
– Background information – a Contexts chapter devoted to
history and film, plus recommended books.
Areas covered include: London and the southeast; the Cotswolds; Bath, Bristol and the southwest; East Anglia; the Midlands and the Peak District; Leeds, Manchester and the northwest; Yorkshire; Newcastle and the northeast; Cardiff and South Wales; Snowdonia; Edinburgh and the Lothians; Glasgow and the Clyde; the Scottish Highlands and Islands. Attractions include: Hampton Court Palace; Oxford’s colleges; the Eden Project; Manchester’s Northern Quarter; Hadrian’s Wall; the Lake District; Portmeirion; Welsh castles; Edinburgh Festival and the West Highland Railway.
Friday, 18 January 2019
Portugal - The Beiras (PDF Chapter) Lonely Planet
Portugal - The Beiras (PDF Chapter)
The Beiras offer as much diversity as any region in Portugal. The Beira Litoral lures surfers and sunseekers. Here, the sophisticated university city of Coimbra and the brash casino-party town of Figueira da Foz arm-wrestle for visitors’ attention.
- explore the hilltop labyrinth, home of fado, fabulous views and a marvellous historic university in Coimbra
- hike alongside the glistening Rio Zêzere outside Manteigas, past shepherds’ huts and soaring peaks
- admire the art nouveau facades lining the canals of Aveiro and ride through history aboard a moliceiro (seaweed vessel)
Coverage includes: Beira Litoral, Coimbra & Around, Figueira da Foz, Praia de Mira, Aveiro, Piódão, Beira Baixa, Castelo Branco, Monsanto, Idanha-a-Velha, Sortelha, Parque Natural da Serra da Estrela, Seia, Gouveia, Manteigas, Torre, Penhas da Saúde, Covilhã, Beira Alta, Viseu, Guarda, Trancoso and Almeida.
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Thursday, 17 January 2019
Best in Travel 2019 - Lonely Planet bestselling book
This annual bestseller ranks the hottest, must-visit countries, regions, cities and best-value destinations for 2019. Drawing on the knowledge and passion of Lonely Planet’s staff, authors and online community, we present a year’s worth of inspiration to take you out of the ordinary and into the unforgettable.
As self-confessed travel geeks, our staff collectively rack up hundreds of thousands of miles each year, exploring almost every destination on the planet. And every year, we ask ourselves: where are the best places in the world to visit right now? It’s a very hotly contested topic at Lonely Planet and generates more discussion than any other.
Best in Travel is our definitive answer.
Inside Best in Travel 2019, you’ll discover the:
Top ten countries, regions, cities and best-value destinations
Best new attractions for families
Best new openings and experiences
Best new places to stay
Top travel trends
Tuesday, 15 January 2019
South Africa, Lesotho & Swaziland travel guide by Lonely Planet
South Africa, Lesotho & Swaziland travel guide
Fill your days with beaches and wineries in Cape Town, spot wildlife galore in Kruger National Park, and hike past majestic mountains in the Drakensberg region – all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of South Africa, Lesotho & Swaziland and begin your journey now!
Coverage Includes: Cape Town, Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Free State, Johannesburg & Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Kruger National Park, Limpopo, North West Province, Northern Cape, Lesotho, Swaziland
Writers: Robert Balkovich, Jean-Bernard Carillet, Lucy Corne, Shawn Duthie, Anthony Ham, Ashley Harrell, Simon Richmond
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Monday, 14 January 2019
Chile & Easter Island - Plan your trip (PDF Chapter) Lonely Planet
Chile & Easter Island - Plan your trip (PDF Chapter)
Your journey to Chile & Easter Island starts here. You’ll find the tools to plan your adventure: where to go and when, how much to budget, plus in-depth info on Chile and Easter Island’s na-tional parks and wine culture.
- tailor-made itineraries, arranged by region, themes and events
- list of highlights and best experiences
- everything you need to know about traveling with children and outdoor activities in Chile and Easter Island
- user-friendly country overview ensures you won’t miss a thing
Coverage includes: Welcome to Chile, Chile’s Top 20, Need to Know, If You Like: Urban Exploration, Hiking, Animal Encounters, Food & Nightlife, Memorable Land-scapes, Remote Getaways, Wine Country, Living History, Pure Adrenaline, Month by Month, Itin-eraries, Chile Outdoors, Travel with Children, and Regions at a Glance.
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Sunday, 13 January 2019
Southeast Asia on a Shoestring - Malaysia (PDF Chapter) Lonely Planet
Southeast Asia on a Shoestring - Malaysia
Buzzing cities, culinary sensations, beautiful beaches, idyllic islands and wildlife-packed rainforests – all of this can be found in Malaysia. The catchy slogan ‘Malaysia, Truly Asia’ continues to ring true. The multicultural peninsula tantalises all five senses with Malay, Chinese and Indian influences.
- explore George Town’s heritage district and graze on street food on Penang
- swim, lie on the beach, snorkel, snooze and eat on Pulau Perhentian
- hike past moonscapes for sunrise atop Mt Kinabalu
Coverage includes: Kuala Lumpur, Peninsular Malaysia – West Coast, Melaka City, Cameron Highlands, Ipoh, Penang, Alor Setar, Pulau Langkawi, Peninsular Malay-sia – South & East Coast, Johor Bahru, Mersing, Pulau Tioman, Kuantan, Cherating, Kuala Ter-engganu, Kuala Besut, Pulau Perhentian, Kota Bharu, Peninsular Interior, Jerantut, Taman Negara, Malaysian Borneo – Sabah, Kota Kinabalu, Mt Kinabalu & Around, Kinabalu National Park, Sandakan, Sepilok, Sungai Kinabatangan, Semporna, Semporna Archipelago, Pulau La-buan, Malaysian Borneo – Sarawak, Kuching & Around, Sibu, Batang Rejang, Bintulu, Niah Na-tional Park, Lambir Hills National Park, Miri, Gunung Mulu National Park, Kelabit Highlands, Understand Malaysia, Malaysia Today, History, People & Culture, Food & Drink, Environment, Survival Guide.
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Saturday, 12 January 2019
Provence & the Cote d'Azur - Understand Provence & Survival Guide
Provence & the Cote d'Azur - Understand Provence & Survival Guide
All the info you need on everything from history, politics and gastronomy to flights, public transport, climate, money, the internet... you name it. Get tips for women travellers, gay and lesbian travellers, travellers with disabilities, and travellers with kids. And get the most out of your conversations with a handy language guide and glossary.
Coverage includes: Understand Provence & the Côte d’Azur, Provence & the Côte d’Azur Today, The Cost of Living, History – Prehistoric Man, Greeks & Romans to Corruption, the Mafia & the Front National, Painters in Provence & the Côte d’Azur: Impressionists, Matisse, Picasso and Modern Art, Cinema & the Arts: Cinema, Architecture and Literature, Provençal Food & Wine, Vegetarians & Vegans, Pastis: The Milk of Provence, Directory A–Z, Transport and Language.
You can pick and choose from complete guides and individual chapters, and download them to any device you like.
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Saturday, 29 December 2018
Review: The NEW Rough Guide to Vietnam
Review: The NEW Rough Guide to Vietnam
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"Emerald paddy fields, water buffaloes, conical hats: these may be the classic images of Vietnam, but there's much more to it than that. This Rough Guide will help you make the most of your trip, whether you want to explore the Mekong Delta's floating markets, experience the buzz of Ho Chi Minh City or cruise between Ha Long Bay's limestone isles. Insider reviews and crystal-clear maps will lead you to Hanoi's best street food, while expert features introduce Vietnam's people and turbulent history."
One has to admire Vietnam - despite its tumultuous recent history, this resilient nation has bounced back to become a big-hitter on the Southeast Asia circuit. Discover this exciting destination with the most incisive and entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to take a boat trip through stunning Ha Long Bay, trek in the mountains around Sa Pa or browse Ho Chi Minh's markets, this new edition of The Rough Guide to Vietnam will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and visit along the way.
The Rough Guide's number one place not to miss - Hoi An
Inside The Rough Guide to Vietnam
- Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget.
- Full-colour maps throughout - navigate the tangle of streets of Hanoi's Old Quarter or Ho Chi
Minh's Cho Lon district without needing to get online.
- Stunning images - a rich collection of inspiring colour photography.
- Itineraries - carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip.
- Detailed regional coverage - whether off the beaten track or in more mainstream tourist destinations, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered include: Mekong Delta; Hanoi; Ho Chi Minh City and Hoi An; Da Lat; Nha Trang; My Son; Mui Ne; Da Nang; Hue; Cat Ba Island; Sa Pa. Attractions include: Ha Long Bay; Cu Chi Tunnels; Lak Lake; Tam Coc; Po Klong Garai; Cao Dai Great Temple; Bahnar villages; Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark; The Citadel, Hue and Tet.
- Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food and drink, health, the media, crime and personal safety, festivals and religious events, sports and outdoor activities, shopping, travelling with children and more.
- Background information - a Contexts chapter devoted to history, religion and beliefs, Vietnam's ethnic minorities, environmental issues, music and theatre, books, movies and film, plus a handy language section and glossary.
Authors Ron Emmons, Rachel Mills, Martin Zatko.
Thursday, 27 December 2018
Southeast Asia on a Shoestring - Thailand (PDF Chapter) Lonely Planet
Southeast Asia on a Shoestring - Thailand (PDF Chapter)
Thailand is an abundant land with naturally good looks and warm hospitality. A stunning coastline lapped at by cerulean seas invites winter-weary travellers, while the northern mountains that cascade into the misty horizon invite scenic journeys.
- join the crowds and the chaos in hyperactive Bangkok
- overdose on sunsets on Ko Pha-Ngan
- get dive certified on Ko Tao
Coverage includes: Bangkok, Ayuthaya, Lopburi, Phitsanulok, Sukhothai, Kamphaeng Phet, Chiang Mai & around, Chiang Rai, Golden Triangle, Pai, Mae Hong Son, Mae Sariang, Kanchanaburi, Sangkhlaburi, Mae Sot, Nakhon Ratchasima (Khorat), Khao Yai Nation-al Park, Phanom Rung Historical Park, Surin, Ubon Ratchathani, Mukdahan, Nakhon Phanom, That Phanom, Nong Khai, Eastern Gulf Coast, Ko Samet, Chanthaburi & Trat, Ko Chang, South-ern Gulf Coast, Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Chumphon, Ko Samui, Ko Pha-Ngan, Ko Tao, Surat Thani, Hat Yai, The Andaman Coast, Ranong, Ko Chang, Ko Phayam, Khao Sok National Park, Hat Khao Lak & around, Surin Islands Marine National Park, Similan Islands Marine Na-tional Park, Phuket, Krabi Town, Railay, Ko Phi-Phi, Ko Lanta, Ko Tarutao Marine National Park, Understand Thailand, Thailand Today, History, People & Culture, Arts, Food & Drink, Envi-ronment, Survival Guide.
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Wednesday, 26 December 2018
FLASH SALE: Lonely Planet ebooks
Until Dec 31st Lonely Planet have reduced their ebooks– and there are hundreds of destinations to choose from!
Stock up and start planning your adventure!
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Tuesday, 25 December 2018
City Guides by Lonely Planet
City Guides by Lonely Planet >
These are our most comprehensive, in-depth city guides, designed for visits lasting from a couple of days up to one week or more. Packed with extensive coverage, reviews, well-kept secrets, hidden gems and much more, they’re invaluable before and during your trip. For shorter guides focusing more on a city’s highlights, check out our Pocket and Best Of series.
Monday, 24 December 2018
Review: New Lonely Planet Thailand travel guide
Review: New Lonely Planet Thailand travel guide
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Packed full of trustworthy and up-to-date advice, check out the new Lonely Planet Thailand travel guide. Friendly and fun-loving, cultured and historic, Thailand radiates a golden hue, from its glittering temples and tropical beaches through to the ever-comforting Thai smile. Learn to cook authentic Thai dishes in Chiang Mai; rock-climb the limestone karsts (or watch from the sugar-white beaches) of Railay; trek through dense jungle and stay in tree-top bungalows in Kanchanaburi - all with your trusted travel companion.
TOP 10
1. Bangkok.
2. Chiang Mai.
3. Railay.
4. Chiang Rai Province.
5. Ayuthaya.
6. Kanchanaburi.
7. Similan Islands Marine National Park.
8. Pai.
9. Sukhothai Historical Park.
10. Mekong River.
Inside Lonely Planet’s Thailand:
- Colour maps and images throughout
- Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your
personal needs and interests
- Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a
local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
- Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone
numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
- Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping,
sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
- Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel
experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics
- Over 85 maps
- Coverage Includes: Bangkok, Central Thailand, Ko Chang,
Chiang Mai Province, Northern Thailand, Hua Hin, Southern Gulf, Ko Samui, Lower
Gulf, Phuket, Andaman Coast
Curator: Anita Isalska
Writers: Tim Bewer, Celeste Brash, Austin Bush, David Eimer,
Damian Harper, Andy Symington
Discover this fascinating country with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Thailand, and begin your journey now!
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