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Unlock the Mediterranean treasuretrove that is Crete, with its stunning natural beauty, ancient Minoan ruins and sun-drenched beaches. This indispensable guide is your key to exploring this fascinating island.

Grâce à ce guide qui réunit la République d'Irlande et l'Irlande du Nord, découvrez des terres verdoyantes, des côtes battues par les vents, des villes chaleureuses et saisissez l'incroyable dynamisme de cette île européenne. * 80 cartes, dont celle des meilleures pubs et clubs de Dublin. * Des éclairages précis sur la culture celte, l'histoire de l'Irlande et les évolutions politiques récentes. * La musique irlandaise passée en revue : folklorique, pop, rock... * L'anglais et le gaélique pour faciliter le quotidien. * De la stout au soda bread, les secrets de la gastronomie locale

The Mother City, home to soaring Table Mountain, golden beaches and bountiful vineyards, is an old pro at capturing people s hearts. Simon Richmond, Lonely Planet Writer Our PromiseYou can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage so you can rely on us to tell it like it is. Inside This Book 200+ wineries within a day s drive42 detailed maps164 mouth-watering restaurants1 iconic table-shaped mountainComprehensive map sectionFeature coverage of top sightsRange of planning toolsIn-depth background on Cape Town s history, culture and more.

Lonely Planet : Comprehensive and inspirational guides with thousands of detailed listings, reviews and recommendations for travellers with a sense of adventure and exploration. The wild landscapes of Scotland's Highlands and islands offer the ultimate escape - one of the last corners of Europe where you can discover genuine solitude.

Lonely Planet's 5th edition of 'Southern Africa' brings you the most extensive coverage of the region. Go on safari in Kruger National Park, taste your way through South Africa's Winelands, glide in a traditional dugout canoe down the Okavango Delta, snorkel in Lake Malawi and be amazed by one of the seven natural wonders of the world, Victoria Falls.Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip. In This Guide: Detailed itineraries take you from laid-back coasts to unforgettable safarisDedicated music chapter gets you into the African grooveGreen Index highlights the best ecofriendly options

Lonely Planet's Pocket Beijing is your essential guide to exploring the city's highlights and local life, featuring full-colour maps, insider tips, and tailored itineraries. Discover must-see attractions like the Great Wall and the Forbidden City, all organized by neighborhood for a convenient travel experience.

This best-selling guide offers up-to-date advice on exploring Vietnam's rich offerings. Discover hidden gems while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of ancient Hoi An, kite surfing in Mui Ne, or marveling at the impressive pagodas and royal tombs of Hue. Inside, you'll find color maps and images, tailored highlights and itineraries, and insider tips to save time and money while navigating like a local. Essential information is readily available, including hours of operation, contact details, and transit tips, along with honest reviews for various budgets covering dining, accommodations, sightseeing, and shopping. Cultural insights enhance your travel experience, providing context on history, food, arts, and more. The guide includes a convenient pull-out map of Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, along with over 86 additional maps. It covers key destinations such as Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Halong Bay, and the temples of Angkor in Cambodia. This comprehensive resource is ideal for both major attractions and off-the-beaten-path adventures. For more extensive coverage, consider additional guides on Southeast Asia. Since 1973, the publisher has established itself as a leading travel media company, helping curious travelers delve deeper into the cultures they encounter.

Du randonneur au surfeur, en passant par l'amoureux de la nature ou des coutumes locales, ce guide traduit de l'anglais, c'est la découverte du Monde hors des sentiers battus. Fidèle à son ton franc et décontracté, l'équipe de baroudeurs Lonely Planet vous fait découvrir les recoins et beautés d'une destination : pas une région n'est oubliée, comment traverser un village du bout du monde le guide à la main ou apprendre en détails l'histoire du pays et de sa population, tout y est ! Partisan du voyage économique, ce guide regorge de bonnes adresses pour tous les goûts, du bel hôtel victorien à la bicoque en pleine savane. Et, si vous désirez savoir comment manger tel ou tel produit régional ou apprécier un coucher de soleil, l'étendue d'un paysage, vous y trouverez de nombreux petits conseils originaux et vécus. Peu de photos mais un format pratique et solide, qui s'emmène partout. Voilà un guide de référence qui couvre une grande partie de notre planète et permet de ne rien manquer des beautés du voyage. --Florent Lamontagne

Découvrez le littoral norvégien sur les légendaires ferries côtiers de la compagnie Hurtigruten... Comme Henrik Ibsen, savourez une assiette de harengs arrosée d'aquavit au Grand Café d'Oslo. Chaussez vos crampons : partez pour une randonnée glaciaire sur le Longyearbreen... A Bergen, flânez dans le vieux quartier de Bryggen, inscrit au Patrimoine mondial de l'Unesco.

Cap off a boat trip with a visit to a hidden market, or stroll around Banglamphu and wind up in conversation with a monk - few cities reward exploration like Bangkok.

A fractured identity, a passionate people, and lifestyle, culture and landscape that capture the imagination, providing plenty of surprises.

New ‘Off the Beaten Track' map to encourage further exploration of the country Bogotá city maps in full colour Outdoor activities chapter, including the best spots for diving, paragliding, rockclimbing and birdwatching

Lonely Planet Texas is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Rock out, get the blues or chill to country classics in live-music capital, Austin, or appreciate just how big Texas is on a hike at Big Bend National Park; all with your trusted travel companion.

3500-word two-way dictionary Order the right meal with our menu decoder Avoid embarrassing situations with essential tips on culture & manners

Lonely Planet Venice & the Veneto is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Take a gondola along the Grand Canal, gaze in awe at the mosaics in the Basilica di SanMarco, or feast on fresh seafood in Venice's calli (backstreets).

Indispensable pour créer son propre voyage au Maroc, ce guide vous ouvre les portes des médinas, du désert du Sahara occidental, des villes méditerranéennes ou atlantiques au riche passé de conquêtes et explore vallées, gorges et chaînes montagneuses. * un chapitre complet sur la randonnée dans l'Atlas, les montagnes du Rif et le Djebel Sarhro * un cahier sur l'art et l'artisanat et une description détaillée de l'architecture marocaine * des centaines d'adresses d'hébergement et de restauration pour tous les budgets * les meilleurs conseils pour observer les oiseaux migrateurs et pratiquer de nombreuses activités : surf, ski, escalade, VTT, excursions en 4x4, pêche * 70 cartes détaillées, dont une en couleur et un guide de conversation d'arabe et de berbère

Lonely Planet Nicaragua is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Kayak through Central America's largest mangrove forest, experience life on a coffee farm, or chill out on idyllic white-sand beaches; all with your trusted travel companion.

Presents background information on Sicily along with recommendations for accommodations, restaurants, outdoor activities, historical sites, attractions, and itineraries for day trips.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan a multi-week adventure to Bali, Lombok & Nusa Tenggara. Relax on Thomas Beach, explore the Coral Triangle, visit Komodo National Park, with our classic travel guide that's packed with comprehensive itineraries, maps, and essential tips so you can create the trip of a lifetime.

Le fruit de 10 ans de voyages en Croatie. 60 cartes et plans de villes et d'îles détaillés. Un chapitre Langue pour comprendre et être compris.

This new edition will help travelers discover the essence of one of Asia's most dynamic cities. Includes practical information for both leisure and business travelers, listings of hotels, bars and restaurants for all budgets and tastes, and full details on cultural, historic and scenic sites.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan a multi-week adventure to Bangkok. Feast on Thai street food, see Chaloemla Park's graffiti murals, marvel at Wat Suthat's big Buddha, with our classic travel guide that's packed with comprehensive itineraries, maps, and essential tips so you can create the trip of a lifetime.

Complemented by easy-to use, reliable maps, helpful recommendations, authoritative background information, and up-to-date coverage of things to see and do, these popular travel guides cover in detail countries, regions, and cities around the world for travelers of every budget, along with extensive itineraries, maps with cross-referencing to the text, "Top 10" and "Top 5" lists, and other practical features.

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Florida & the South's Best Trips. This trusted travel companion features 30 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Trace the iconic Appalachian Trail or explore the roots of the Blues Highway. Get to Florida and the South, rent a car, and hit the road!

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Southwest USA's Best Trips. This trusted travel companion features 32 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Take in the immensity of the Grand Canyon or soak up the beauty of Sedona along Highway 89A. Get to Southwest USA, rent a car, and hit the road!

Lonely Planet's Pocket Reykjavik is your passport to the most relevant, up-to- date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Get to the heart of Reykjavik and begin your journey now!

Discover Malta & GozoSavor a glass of limuncell after a day climbing the steps and tracing the ramparts of Valletta.Let your hair down in the Paceville party zone or at Rabat's open-air nightclubs.Scratch your head and ponder the who, what, when, and why of prehistoric temples.Hire a centuries-old farmhouse for poolside R&R in a sleepy Gozitan village.In This GuideOne author, one fireworks festival, one serious Eurovision disappointment, 10 boat rides, 12 pastizzi, no rabbits harmed in the making of this book.Diving & Snorkeling chapter highlights all the best dive spots.

Explore Washington wine country, hop a ferry to the San Juan Islands or dive into the hipster playground of Portland; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Washington, Oregon & the Pacific Northwest and begin your journey now!

Lonely Planet's Europe is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Sip champagne at the top of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, marvel at the Hermitage masterpieces in St Petersburg, and explore Prague's neighbourhoods- all with your trusted travel companion.

Discover Bali & Lombok Scramble down rocky cliffs to find a private surf beach, then climb back up to your motorbike, tanned and supercharged. Flip yourself over the edge of a boat while diving the blue depths off the Gili Islands in Lombok. Dance the day's sand off your feet at Kuta's rowdy clubs or spruce up for Seminyak's sleek bars and restaurants. Sip honey-ginger tea in a rose-petal bath, drifting back to earth after a mandi lulur massage. In This Guide: Two great authors, 68 days of in-country research, 51 detailed maps, 133 bottles of Bintang. An all new outdoor activities section with detailed diving and surfing information. Features a Food & Drink chapter by renowned Ubud restaurateur and author Janet de Neefe.

Lonely Planet?s Zion & Bryce Canyon National Parks is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Climb to Angels Landing, drive Hwy 12, and hike the Narrows; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Zion & Bryce Canyon and begin your journey now! Inside the Lonely Planet?s Zion & Bryce Canyon National ParksTravel Guide: User-friendly highlightsand itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests, essential infoat your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices, emergency information, park seasonality, hiking trail junctions, viewpoints, landscapes, elevations, distances, difficulty levels, and durations and honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, camping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, summer and winter activities, and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss

Special features, Pull-out Just Landed card, Hiking in New Zealand, Accommodation feature, Maori Culture, We tell it like it is, Our job is to make amazing travel experiences happen. We visit the places we write about each and every edition. We never take freebies for positive coverage, so you can always reply on to tell it like it is. Book jacket.

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Australia is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Experience the magic of Sydney Opera House, snorkel with the tropical fish in the Great Barrier Reef, or watch the sunset over Ayers Rock; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Australia and begin your journey now!

Lonely Planet's New Zealand's North Island is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Glide through turquoise waters past pods of orcas in Bay of Islands; try black-water rafting in astonishing Waitomo Caves; and sample craft beer and check out the arts scene in cool little Wellington. All with your trusted travel companion.

Essential information for travellers visiting Phnom Penh, the Temples of Angkor and Cambodia's fascinating countyside. Provides expanded coverage as more of Cambodia opens up to travellers and there is indispensible details and illuminating background on history, culture and politics

Get straight to the heart of Lisbon. Perfect for a short break or weekend away, this concise, practical and easy-to-use guide is packed with Lisbon's best sights, itineraries and local secrets to help you create a memorable trip.

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Spain & Portugal's Best Trips. This trusted travel companion features 32 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Discover La Rioja's vineyards, coast along the Mediterranean and explore Moorish towns in the Algarve. Get to Spain & Portugal, rent a car, and hit the road!

Lehtipuu provides readers with a plethora of information including an accommodation list that tells where to find free lodging in the wilderness; tips on the best places to eat well on any budget; a background on culture, history and politics; detailed information about festivals and museums; and outdoor activities including all ski sports, white water rafting and trekking in Lapland.

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Pacific Northwest Best Trips. This trusted travel companion features 32 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Cruise the Pacific Coast, the Willamette Valley and the Cascade Mountains. Get to the Pacific Northwest, rent a car, and hit the road!

"Imponentes picos andinos, costa caribeña virgen, misteriosa selva amazónica, enigmáticas ruinas arqueológicas y ciudades coloniales adoquinadas: Colombia tiene todo el encanto de Sudamérica y mucho más. Esta guía de viajes a Colombia aporta toda la información necesaria e imprescindible para emprender tu viaje por todas las zonas del país que deseas visitar. En ella encontrarás recomendaciones de viaje a Colombia y advertencias y consejos, para hacer que tu viaje sea inolvidable. Recorre rutas y caminos que tantas veces has visto fotografiados, y recuerda que esto es solo una guía, ¡la aventura la vives tú! Incluye: Capítulos especiales sobre actividades al aire libre y cultura colombiana ; Consejos de seguridad durante el viaje ; Guía sobre parques naturales y observación de fauna salvaje ; Y además fotos sugerentes, mapas claros, herramientas para planificar el viaje e información en profundidad."--Casadellibro.com.

Sample a wide variety of tapas with the extensive menu decoder; Bright new colour palette and fun icons for navigation; Thousands of practical and social travel phrases for every situation.

"Lonely Planet Cuba is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Walk through Havana's cobbled streets and evoke the ghosts of mega-rich sugar barons and sabre-rattling buccaneers; stay in a private homestay where you can quickly uncover the nuances of everyday Cuban life; and hop on your bike and hit the quintessentially rural Cuba in Valle de Vinales; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Cuba and begin your journey now!"--Amazon.com

Une visite au MoMA, un hot dog sur le pouce, une balade dans Central Park, une virée shopping dans les friperies de Williamsburg, une comédie musicale à Broadway puis un dîner dans un restaurant huppé du Meatpacking District : voici une journée type pour croquer la Grosse Pomme à pleines dents !

Introduces the history and mythology of the Greek Islands, suggests itineraries, and provides information on food, lodging, entertainment, and transportation between islands.

Fiercely independent but unquestionably Italian, secluded Sardinia is at last revealing its secrets to the rest of the world. The unspoilt, idyllic beaches and jewel-coloured waters are offset by rugged mountains and lush valleys, the mysterious nuraghe towers by charming seaside towns. The island's culture is fascinating, the festivals delightful, the food mouth-watering... so jump in!

Alaska offers adventure on a grand scale: 50 million acres of spectacular national parks, extraordinary wildlife, the northern lights and the midnight sun. You won't want to be without your camera, some insect repellent or this guidebook.

Getting you to the heart of a place, Amazing experiences: Inspirational images, illustrations, city walks and the best of local knowledge. Plan the perfect trip: Planning features and top itineraries give you the freedom to create your ideal trip. Get off the beaten track: Our writers uncover local secrets that will make your trip unique. Special Feature: Diving & Snorkeling, Surfing, Green Maui, Hawaiian Arts & Crafts. We tell it like it is: Our job is to make amazing travel experiences happen. We visit the places we write about each and every edition. We never take freebies for positive coverage, so you can always rely on us to tell it like it is. "Maui wows travelers with an invigorating mix of outdoor adventure, natural beauty, warm alohas and top-notch, accommodations, from hostels to resorts." Book jacket.

Beautiful beaches, cosmopolitan cities, rainforests and the Great Barrier Reef are just a few reasons why so many fall under the spell of Australia’s east coast.

This Dublin guide includes a section on hunting out real Irish pubs - without a road sign or Guinness poster in sight. The book also includes a chapter on walking tours of the historic city, coverage of the city's club scene by a Dublin DJ and a view of the past and possible future of the capital.

Lonely Planet Vienna is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Nibble your way along the market stands of the Naschmarkt, twirl at heady heights on the Prater ferris wheel, then ponder imperial excess in Schloss Schonbrunn.

Discover San Francisco Stroll the Golden Gate Bridge as fog rolls in like dry ice at a Kiss concert Bargain-hunt for a halter dress, vintage tees, 'zines and salsa CDs in the Mission Watch the seagulls hover as you bite into fresh fish tacos with avocado-cilantro cream Replay your day of pinots, syrahs and viogniers while soaking in a mud bath In This Guide: 127 delish restaurants, 108 author-tested bars and clubs, 15 tips for a sustainable visit The only guide with dedicated Gay/Lesbian/Bi/Trans and Moving to San Francisco chapters - more depth, more niches, more fun Content updated daily: visit lonelyplanet.com for up-to-the-minute reviews, updates and traveler suggestions

Lonely Planet Coastal California is your passport to the most relevant, up-to- date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Get to know the rocky Big Sur coast like the locals do, hug the world's tallest tree in Redwood National and State Parks, or take a tour of biodynamic vineyards and sample new vintages in the Napa and Sonoma wine country; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Coastal California and begin your journey now!

Lonely Planet's Best of Germany is your passport to the most relevant, up-to- date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. See storybook castles rise from the Bavarian forest, raise a stein to an oompah band in a Munich beer garden and take in the vibrant Berlin arts scene - all with your trusted travel companion.

Lonely Planet Cuba is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Take a drive along Havana's Malecon, soak up the live music scene, make yourself at home in a casa particular all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Cuba and begin your journey now!

Presents hundreds of places around the world to experience a particular emotion. Each of the 12 chapters explores a single feeling, with destinations ranging from wild and natural spaces, to modern and ancient cities

Lonely Planet Southern Italy is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wander through Pompeii, a town frozen in time, wake up to the sound of a Neapolitan street market, or gaze at the Mediterranean, all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of southern Italy and begin your journey now!

Over 700 pages are saturated with the real Brazil: the people, the food, the architecture, the music. Expanded coverage is given of ecotourism, including where to go, where to stay, and how to get there. of color photos. 113 maps.

Ce guide pratique et culturel offre une couverture exhaustive du Mexique, du Yucatán à la Basse-Californie. Il fournit toutes les informations nécessaires pour préparer un voyage sans tracas, incluant les moyens de transport, la vie quotidienne, la sécurité et des conseils financiers. Des suggestions d'itinéraires aident à planifier le séjour, accompagnées de sélections thématiques pour explorer le pays, telles que les stations balnéaires, les spas, les temples, les villes coloniales, et les activités comme la plongée, le surf, ainsi que la découverte de la tequila et du mezcal. Une carte met en avant les principaux sites et régions moins connus. Un chapitre est dédié aux sites archéologiques, avec un tableau pour faciliter leur localisation et la planification des visites. L'ouvrage explore également les arts au Mexique, englobant l'architecture, la peinture, la sculpture, la musique, le cinéma, la littérature et l'artisanat, depuis l'ère préhispanique jusqu'à aujourd'hui. Les activités de plein air, tant sur mer que sur terre, sont couvertes en détail. Des conseils pour voyager avec des enfants, ainsi qu'un chapitre sur les habitudes culinaires et un autre sur la cuisine mexicaine, complètent le tout. Enfin, une sélection variée d'adresses pour les restaurants, l'hébergement et les sorties est proposée, adaptée à tous les budgets.

From the cosmopolitan wonders of Amsterdam, Rotterdam and The Hague to windmills, tulips and boundless bike tracks, this indispensable guide will help you to experience all that the Netherlands has to offer. -- 45 maps including eight colour Amsterdam city maps -- accommodation options from trekkershutten to five-star hotels -- the background on windmills -- how they work, where to find them -- all the entertainment choices, from coffee shops and brown cafes to opera and classical music -- the lowdown on where to see Dutch art from Rembrandt to Mondriaan

This new edition contains extensive information on hiking, kayaking, white-water rafting, fishing, cycling, and skiing, as well as a special section covering the state's spectacular wilderness areas and flora and fauna. It includes extensive coverage of accommodations, from camping and hostels to five-star hotels, background on history and culture including Native American lifestyle, and 91 updated maps. color.

Des myriades de néons de la nuit tokyoïte .. , sérénité des sanctuaires de Kyôto, des gages tropicales d'Okinawa aux montagnes de la septentrionale Hokkaidô, le Japon mérite amplement son statut de destination mythique. Ce guide, à la fois culturel et pratique, vous ouvre les portes du pays du Soleil-Levant. Les noms de lieux en japonais dans le texte et sur les cartes. Des hôtels-capsules aux auberges traditionnelles, toutes les possibilités d'hébergement, même pour les petits budgets. La gastronomie japonaise de A à Z, par un spécialiste français. Des pages culturelles et historiques pour comprendre une société qui conjugue de façon si particulière traditions et modernité. 176 cartes de région et plans de ville.

Edición en español del "Phrasebook & Dictionary" de Lonely Planet para el idioma polaco. Ideal para viajeros, ofrece frases útiles y vocabulario esencial para facilitar la comunicación en Polonia. Perfecto para quienes desean explorar el país y sumergirse en su cultura.

Lonely Planet Europe is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Enjoy the breath-taking views of Paris' Eiffel Tower, eat pizza in one of Rome's lively piazzas, or watch a magical sunset on the Greek Island of Santorini; all with your trusted travel companion.

Lonely Planet's Florence & Tuscany is your passport to the most relevant, up- to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Travel the roads of Val d'Orcia, sample Chianti and explore the Uffizi's collections; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Florence & Tuscany and begin your journey now!

A perfect gift for the new photographer, or a handy pocket guide to keep you on the road; covers all the basics of photography, from composition to post-effects; focus on smartphone photography: get the best from your mobile phone.

Lonely Planet's Cruise Ports Caribbean is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Sip cocktails on the colorful portside of Curacao; sail into the very heart of the West Indies in down-to-earth St Kitts and escape the crowds on stunning St John; all with your trusted travel companion.

Buckle up for the greatest road trips on Earth. This beautiful paperback showcases 50 iconic routes, from Hawaii's Hana Highway and Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh Road, to Utah's National Park Circuit and Germany's Black Forest High Road. With first-hand accounts, stunning photographs and practical advice, it will inspire all motorists to hit the open road.

Offering complete, updated information on accommodations, dining, and transportation options for all budgets, plus extensive information on Japanese culture, history, politics, and peculiarities, full-color maps, and a language glossary of frequently-used terms and phrases, this handy, pocket-sized guide provides a wealth of travel essentials in a small package.

Lonely Planet Dubai & Abu Dhabi is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Learn about Dubai through lifelike dioramas, shop for dazzling jewellery at Deira's Gold Souq, or join a walking tour of the Bastakia Quarter; all with your trusted travel companion.

Features Madrid plus day trips to Toledo, Avila, Segovia, Aranjuez, Chinchon, Alcala de Henares, Sierra de Guadarrama, Sierra Pobre, San Lorenzo de El Escorial and Valle de los Caidos. Contains a perfect mix of the iconic sights and local bars, restaurants, galleries and shops to let you enjoy this vibrant Spanish capital

Presents a look at the history, geography, and climate of Iceland, describing points of interest, and making recommendations for hotels, shopping, transportation, and restaurants.

Lonely Planet Pocket Berlin is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life - neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Get up close to the Brandenburger Tor, explore Potsdamer Platz, and visit the Berlin Wall; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Berlin and make the most of your trip!

This guide to Nepal provides a tried and tested outdoor activities section for all skill levels, walking tours of Kathmandu, practical, reliable information to get the traveller from peak to valley, and a comprehensive section on festival dates and highlights to help travel planning

Lonely Planet's Seattle is your most up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Make your pilgrimage to the top of the Space Needle, add your gum to the wall at Pike Place Market, and pay homage to Hendrix at the EMP Museum - all with your trusted travel companion.

From silent contemplation in the world-famous Prado to the explosion of nocturnal revelry on the city's streets, this indispensable guide will lead you to the heart of the action in Spain's vibrant capital. * 16-page full-colour map section * from tapas to tripe : eateries serving all manner of madrileño meals * pensiones, apartments and palaces : accommodation to suit all budgets * detailed coverage of the city's renowned nightlife meeting the matadors : special section on bullfighting * day trips to Toledo, Cordoba, Segovia and the Sierra

Packed with up-to-date information, this new guide has all that's needed to get the most from a visit to this radical and picturesque city. Lively background notes on the history and culture of Amsterdam are included, as well as a great selection of suggestions on where to dine, sleep, and get the best bargains. 17 color maps. Photos.

Lonely Planet's Nova Scotia, New Brunswick & Prince Edward Island is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all that the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Explore the Bay of Fundy's mud flats, walk around Halifax and follow The Viking Trail; all with your trusted travel companion.

Stunning architecture, vital folk art, thermal spas and Europe's most exciting city after dark are the major drawcards of Hungary and its capital, Budapest.

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's USA's Best Trips. This trusted travel companion features 51 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Cruise down the California Coast, gaze up at the Rocky Mountains, or immerse yourself in New England's history. Jump in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road!

Lonely Planet Devon & Cornwall is your passport to the most relevant, up-to- date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Discover botanical curiosities at Eden Project, roam the bleak heaths of Dartmoor, and add lashings of cream to your jam and scones; all with your trusted travel companion.

London's wealth of historic splendor draws millions of visitors every year, while its diverse cultural dynamism charms all who come to this most international, but intrinsically British city. Damian Harper, Lonely Planet Writer Our Promise You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage so you can rely on us to tell it like it is. Inside This Book 64 different regional cuisines 53 of the city's best museums 45 page color map section 7 favorite views over London 4 inner city farms Comprehensive map section 3D plans of iconic sights Range of planning tools In-depth background on London's literary heritage

Lonely Planet Pocket Vienna is your passport to all the most relevant and up- to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Discover the opulent Schloss Schonbrunn which was previously inhabited by royalty, lounge at the MuseumsQuartier, or stock up for a gourmet picnic at Naschmarkt.

Lonely Planet Pocket Porto is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Admire Se cathedral, marvel at Casa de Musica and check out the stunning Palacio da Bolsa; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the best of Porto and begin your journey now!

The best-selling guidebook to this popular stop-over/short-trip destination; New in-depth features on eating and shopping; the only Kuala Lumpur guidebook to include coverage of both Penang and Melaka.

From a cosmopolitan capital alongside the expanding Panama Canal to sugar-sand beaches, mist-capped highlands and rainforests teeming with creatures, Panama is both full-on adventure and blissful escape. Carolyn McCarthy, Lonely Planet Writer "Getting you to the heart of a place" Amazing experiences Inspirational images, author recommendations and the best of local knowledge. Plan the perfect trip Planning features and top itineraries give you the freedom to create your ideal trip.Get off the beaten track Our authors uncover local secrets that will make your trip unique.Special Features Tips for first-time travelersOutdoor adventures adviceCasco Viejo city walkCultural and wildlife essaysWe tell it like it is Our job is to make amazing travel experiences happen. We visit the places we write about each and every edition. We never take freebies for positive coverage, so you can always rely on us to tell it like it is

"Whether you dream of lazing on golden Mediterranean beaches, exploring centuries-old Bavarian streets or nursing a pint in a snug Irish pub, Western Europe always inspires with its variety and volume of iconic attractions. This guide covers: Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Britain, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg."--Publisher description.

Lonely Planet's Georgia & the Carolinas is our most comprehensive guide that covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Take a trip around Atlanta's Center for Civil & Human Rights and hike in the stunning Great Smoky Mountains National Park - all with your trusted travel companion.

Lonely Planet Sardinia is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Get pleasantly lost in Sardinia's wild Barbagia and Ogliastra provinces, kayak through the sea grottoes of Golfo di Orosei, or boulder-hop at Gola Su Gorropu; all with your trusted travel companion.

Lonely Planet's New Orleans is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the city has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Indulge in delicious Creole cuisine, catch a jazz show and embrace the hedonism of Mardi Gras; all with your trusted travel companion.

Lonely Planet's Barcelona is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Gaze in wonder at Gaudi's La Sagrada Familia, amble along La Rambla, and savour the best Catalan cuisine; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Barcelona and begin your journey now!

Discover the freedom of open roads while touring Great Britain with Lonely Planet's Great Britain's Best Trips, your passport to up-to-date advice on uniquely encountering Great Britain by car. Featuring 36 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures.

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's New England's Best Trips. This trusted travel companion features 31 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Explore the marvellous Cape Cod, climb the soaring mountains of Vermont and wind down the back roads of Maine. Get to New England, rent a car, and hit the road!

Lonely Planet Pocket Paris is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you.

Amazing experiences, Inspirational images, author recommendations and the best of local knowledge, Plant the perfect trip, Planning features and top itineraries give you the freedom to create your ideal trip. Get off the beaten track, Our writers uncover local secrets that will make your trip unique. Special features, Diving & snorkeling guide, Surfing feature, Local cuisine, Hiking & biking trails We tell it like it is, Our job to make amazing travel experiences happen. We visit the places we write about each and every edition. We never take freebies for positive coverage, so you can always rely on us to tell it like it is. Book jacket.

The Middle East is a grand epic, a cradle of civilisations and a beautiful, complicated land that's home to some of the planet's most hospitable people.

You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage, and you can rely on us to tell it like we see it.

Presents recommendations for hotels, restaurants, transportation, galleries, museums, theatre, music, entertainment, and shopping in Paris.

Whether exploring your own backyard or somewhere new, discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Tuscany's Road Trips. Featuring four amazing road trips, plus up-to-date advice on the destinations you'll visit along the way, you can taste wine in Montalcino, be enchanted by medieval Siena and find the freshest produce at San Gimignano's weekly market - all with your trusted travel companion. Jump in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road

Lonely Planet Country Guides offer inspired, authentic practical advice-the authority for independent travelers the world over-whatever their age, budget or destination.- More planning & itinerary inspiration- Cross referencing between maps & text- Increased mid- range budget coverage- Great easy-to-use maps

Lonely Planet's Sweden covers everything from the coolest pubs in Stockholm to the most popular and breathtaking trekking routes. Up-to-date information on places to stayand eat will please eventhe thriftiest traveller. Extensive coverage of outdoor activities, including famous Midsummer's Day events, is provided. Lots of maps, a language guide, and an insider's look at Swedish culture is included as well. And yes, there's info on ABBA too.