British Columbia

by Graham Neale and Ryan Ver Berkmoes

Published 27 April 2001
Comprehensive coverage opens up the unspoilt wilderness areas and showcases quaint towns. Insights from local writers reveal the real British Columbia. Features great skiing and hiking coverage, plus accommodation, dining and entertainment listings for all travellers.

Bali and Lombok

by Ryan Ver Berkmoes

Published 23 March 2007
This is the definitive guide to the Bali experience. An additional chapter highlights Lombok. Special sections are included on arts, temples, dance and Balinese indulgences, as well as the best spots for diving, snorkelling, sun-tanning and volcano treks.

Rio De Janeiro

by Regis St. Louis

Published 28 September 2001
A guide to the sexiest city in the Americas - Rio. This work contains maps and also includes a Carnival chapter that tells how to join the world's best party.

New Orleans

by Tom Downs

Published 23 November 2006
This guide to New Orleans is full of helpful advice on what to see, where to go, local customs, where to stay and other useful hints for the traveller.

Austria

by Anthony Haywood and Et Al

Published 25 March 2005
Whether you're exploring the magnificent Hohe Tauern National Park, paragliding from a Tirolean mountain, admiring the angelic voices of the Vienna Boys' Choir or wine tasting in Styrian vineyards, this is the essential guide you need.

Melbourne and Victoria

by Donna Wheeler and Et Al

Published 20 October 2006
Discover Melbourne & Victoria
Go seaside in sultry St Kilda, with a stroll among fishermen on the pier and a beer at the iconic Espy
Leaf through newspapers as baristas bang, pump and grind fresh morning coffees on Degraves Street
Rummage through designer fashion boutiques in the city's up-and-coming shopping precincts
Giggle and gasp as the Little Penguins make the dash from sea to shore on Phillip Island
In This Guide
Four local writers, over 1000 research hours, 126 well-tested bars and pubs followed by 126 restorative lattes
Unique walking tours, created by local legends, that take you beyond the city's famous landmarks
From slowfood restaurants to ecotours: we cover the best green options the state has to offer
Content updated daily - visit lonelyplanet.com for up-to-the-minute reviews, updates and traveler insights

Discover Montreal & Quebec City
Work off your lobster risotto by dancing after-hours on the bar of the city's hottest restaurant
Go wild in a toy store that carries everything from miniature pink ghetto blasters to a fashion doll wings
Feel the cool spray wash over you on an adrenaline-charged rafting ride down the Lachline Rapids
Lose yourself in the narrow streets of a captivating old quarter
In This Guide:
Two authors, 46 days of in-city research, 20 detailed maps, countless "poutine" eaten
Expanded coverage of Quebec City, inside and outside the walls
Dedicated Drinking and Nightlife chapters help you paint the town "rouge"

Puglia & Basilicata boast six UNESCO World Heritage sights, the best beaches in Italy (six of them Blue Flag) and over 250 lidos.Written by a team of three regional experts, this is the only guide that give you the insider track on all-night festivals, lazydays beachcombing and nine course lunches. It contains: family-friendly content for the most family-friendly of Italy's regions; and, information on the best Gargano and Salento campsites, alongside great value-for-money accommodation.

Paris

by Steve Fallon and Et Al

Published 29 October 2004
Lonely Planet Paris
Discover which iconic landmark, nicknamed 'the metal asparagus, ' was almost torn down - and why
Assemble a gourmet picnic of bread, cheese and fruit at the open-air Marche Bastille
Unwind as Parisians do with a stroll or a snooze at the Jardin du Luxembourg
Sample North Africa "tajine" and contemplate Moorish architecture at the Mosquee de Paris
In This Guide
Two authors, over 600 hours of in-city research, 41 detailed maps, five walking tours
Full-color highlights of the best neighborhoods, museums and culinary feasts
Wine and food-pairing tips from one of the world's most celebrated sommeliers
Content updated daily - visit lonelyplanet.com for up-to-the-minute reviews, updates and traveler insights

Madrid

by Anthony Ham

Published 20 October 2006
A comprehensive guide to the Spanish capital, Europe's fifth most visited city. Includes insider tips on the best places to eat, watch flamenco, drink and dance.

Singapore

by Matt Oakley and Et Al

Published 1 August 2003
Singapore is one of Asia's fastest growing business and travel destinations. This edition includes expanded cuisine and restaurant coverage, and hundreds of accommodation options for all budgets.

Caribbean Islands

by Ryan Ver Berkmoes and Et Al

Published 24 October 2008
This guide covers the Caribbean Islands, including Martinique, where the biggest attraction is the ruined site of Saint-Pierre, Trinidad and Tobago with its superb variety of animal life, and Dominica, a destination for divers, hikers and naturalists.

Rome

by Duncan Garwood and Abigail Hole

Published 23 January 2004
This city guide to Rome is packed with the best places to wine and dine, from trendy bars to five-star restaurants. There is an historical overview of the city, an extensive map section for finding all the hot spots, and a comprehensive language guide.

Hiking in Japan

by Mason Florence and Et Al

Published 23 February 2001
Contains information on extended hikes through a seldom travelled mountain wilderness; day walks to secluded temples and natural havens within easy reach of Japan's major cities; fascinating background on local culture and customs on the trail; and information illustrated sections on flora and fauna.

Discover China

by Damian Harper

Published 22 July 2011
Presents a travel guide to twenty five destinations in China which the authors have designated as the most memorable places to visit, with information on accommodations, transportation, restaurants, events, and landmarks.

New Zealand

by Nicola Wells and Et Al

Published 27 October 2000
The guides in this new Cycling series have everything for the traveller who likes to ride. Each one describes and maps the best cycle tours, long and short, in a prime cycling destination. They answer the big questions: how to get rider and bike there in one piece, and keep both in good shape on the road.

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Discover 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. Listen to your gondolier sing sweetly while gliding past centuries-old Venetian palaces, sample olives and wines amid the storybook hills of Tuscany, or lose yourself amid thousands of years of Roman history and art; all with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of Italy and begin your journey now!
Inside Lonely Planet Discover Italy: *Full-colour maps and images throughout *Highlights and itineraries show you the simplest way to tailor your trip to your own personal needs and interests *Insider tips save you time and money and help you get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots *Essential info at your fingertips - including hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, and prices *Honest reviews for all budgets - including eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss *Cultural insights give you a richer and more rewarding travel experience - including history, art, literature, cinema, music, architecture, politics, landscapes, cuisine, wine, and more *Free, convenient pull-out Rome map (included in print version), plus over 30 colour neighbourhood maps *Useful features - including Walking Tours, Month-by-Month (annual festival calendar), and What's New *Coverage of Rome, the Vatican, Milan, the Lakes, Piedmont, Venice, Veneto, Bologna, Florence, Tuscany, Umbria, Naples, Pompeii, Amalfi Coast, Sicily, Southern Italy, and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Discover Italy, our easy-to-use guide, is perfect for travellers who seek the most popular attractions a destination has to offer.
Filled with inspiring and colourful photos, this guide focuses on the best of the best. * Looking for a comprehensive guide that recommends a wide range of experiences, both popular and offbeat, and extensively covers all the country has to offer? Check out Lonely Planet's Italy guide. * Looking for a guide focused on Rome, Florence, or Venice? Lonely Planet's Rome guide, Florence & Tuscany guide, and Venice & the Veneto guide each give a comprehensive look at all each of these cities have to offer, or check out Lonely Planet's Discover Rome, a photo-rich guide to the city's most popular attractions, or Lonely Planet's Pocket Rome, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip. Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet, Alison Bing, Abigail Blasi, Cristian Bonetto, Gregor Clark, Joe Fullman, Duncan Garwood, Paula Hardy, Robert Landon, Virginia Maxwell, Olivia Pozzan, Brendan Sainsbury, Donna Wheeler, and Nicola Williams.
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Lonely Planet's Discover Ireland is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wander from village to village along Connemara's coast, discover music-filled pubs in Galway, and sample the best pint of Guinness you've ever had in Dublin-all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Ireland and begin your journey now!

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Full-colour maps and images throughoutHighlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interestsInsider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spotsEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks missCultural insights provide a richer, more rewarding travel experience - covering history, art, food & drink, literature, music, architecture, landscapes, wildlife, the Irish way of lifeCovers Dublin, County Wicklow, Kilkenny, Tipperary, Cork, Kerry, Clare, Aran Islands, Galway, Belfast, Antrim Coast, Meath, Louth, and more

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Discover Ireland is filled with inspiring and colorful photos, and focuses on Ireland's most popular attractions for those wanting to experience the best of the best.

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