Insight Guides Launches Unique Trip to Guatemala

Insight Guides launches new bookable trip to Guatemala & Belize alongside publication of their latest Guatemala & Belize travel guide. The trip is planned by local experts to give the traveller a truly off-the-beaten-track experience.

 Why is this trip special?

The latest trip to be launched is a trip to Guatemala and Belize, where travellers can enjoy an in-depth glimpse into Guatemalan and Belizean life - visiting local schools, strolling along local markets, and visiting a Mayan ceremony.

As the trip is planned by local experts who know all about the quirky, unusual things to do that tourists don’t know about, this trip is a great way to experience the parts of Guatemala and Belize that you wouldn’t be able to book yourself. The unique aspects of the trip include:

●      Take part in a Mayan ceremony with a local Shaman

●      Learn ancient cookery and weaving skills in Chichicastenango

●      Have a bird's view of ancient temple in Mirador Basin (with the optional helicopter ride). You will be away from the main tourist throng as this temple is only accessible by helicopter or a very long trek.

●      Give back to social community by helping at a local school

●      Add a luxurious touch by relaxing at the second-largest barrier reef in the world in Belize

Eva, the local expert in Guatemala, says,

 "With this package, you are able to enjoy the top destinations of Guatemala and Belize, including stays in only the finest hotels and having unmatched insider access to the culture and history along with passionate guides, who will join you every step of the way. Additionally, you can pamper yourself in the beautiful beaches of the Caribbean with the barefoot luxury of Belize."

Wander through the streets of Kraków and Zamość with the NEW Rough Guide to Poland


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From the elegant cities of Kraków and Zamość to forward-looking Warsaw and Łódź, Poland is home to a surprising variety of places, cultures and landscapes. Head beyond its historic towns and cities to discover primeval forests, epic mountain ranges, picturesque villages and pristine beaches along the Baltic Coast. With insider tips on where to sample the best vodka and pierogi, this truly updated Rough Guide provides all the advice and information you need to make the most out of your trip.

Poland Top 10 

1. Rynek Główny Kraków 
2. Wooden Churches.
3. Zamość.
4. European Solidarity Centre Gdańsk.
5. The Tatras.
6. Wawel, Kraków.
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The seashore that extends from St-Tropez to the French-Italian border is one of the world’s great seaside destinations, packed with gorgeous beaches, luxury hotels, designer bars, belle-époque villas, coastal trails, red-rock headlands and offshore islands.

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There’s a reason tourists arrive in Eastern Mallorca in their hundreds of thousands on their annual sun pilgrimage: this is one of the prettiest coasts on an island of many.

- get a grasp on medieval Mallorca by roaming Artà’s castle ramparts and backstreets

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Coverage includes: The Northeast, Artà, Parc Natural de la Península de Llevant, Capdepera, Cala Ratjada, Canyamel, Cala Millor to Portocolom, Cala Millor, Porto Cristo, Portocolom.

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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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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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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.

Lonely Planet writer Carolyn McCarthy explains why she loves Chile & Easter Island: "I've worked in Chile as a hiking guide, documented pioneer life in Patagonia and return to spend part of each year in the south. For me, Chile has always meant nature as it should be, in so many places a tangled and vast wilderness unmarred by the human hand. You could spend a lifetime discovering its wonderful, wild places. Precious few of these places remain on the planet, yet they are fundamental to our well-being and survival."

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3. Moai of Easter Island.
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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

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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.

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Living the Linger! Four Wheels, Two Brothers and One Epic Adventure Across the USA

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The sudden break-up with Emily Willow finds Simon Raven, ex-amateur rock god and bored internet producer, on a Boeing 747 bound for Seattle. Led by his twin brother, Chris, who is more than happy to exchange a career in fashion photography for the open road, they embark on a buttock-clenching journey of paranoia and self-doubt, as they traverse Interstate 15 across backcountry America.

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Along the way the hapless duo bumble through bear infested wilderness, meet the eccentric and plain weird on the American freeway, escape a bullwhip wielding maniac in Missoula and survive the evils of Las Vegas. Testing their friendship to the limit as they battle to reach their nirvana, which exists in the form of the bikini beaches of California, the brothers find inspiration on a journey that exposes the stark truth about work and relationships and which asks the question - what do you really want to do with your life?


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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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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.