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Rough Guides

164 total works

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This title provides a complete guide to the towns, deserts and canyons of the southwestern corner of North America. It contains a full-colour introductory section on the region's highlights, including the Grand Canyon and Las Vegas. Throughout the guide the author provides accounts of the ten national parks and countless wilderness areas in the region. There are also critical reviews of a range of motels and restaurants, campgrounds and diners.

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"The Rough Guide to Mallorca and Menorca" is your definitive handbook to two of the Mediterranean's most beautiful and popular islands. From the cosmopolitan street life of Palma to Menorca's remote prehistoric ruins, the full-colour section introduces all of the islands' highlights. For every town and region, there are comprehensive and opinionated listings of the best hotels, bars, restaurants and clubs, plus a new 'Author Pick' feature to highlight the very best options. The guide provides detailed route descriptions of hikes on both islands, plus tips on bird-watching and where to find the islands' most secluded beaches. "The Rough Guide to Mallorca and Menorca" is like having a local friend plan your trip!

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The Rough Guide to Oman

by Gavin Thomas

Published 1 November 2011
The Rough Guide to Oman is the ultimate travel guide to one of the world's most exciting emerging tourist destinations. With clear maps and detailed coverage of all the best Oman attractions. Discover Oman's highlights in the full colour introduction packed with stunning photography and information on everything from experiencing, an oasis of traditional culture to the frantically modernizing Gulf states. Find detailed practical advice on what to see and do in Oman, relying on up-to-date descriptions of the best hotels, bars, clubs, shops and restaurants for all budgets. The Rough Guide to Oman also includes two full-colour sections describing the country's most notable architectural wonders, plus a detailed guide to the very best food and drink. Explore every corner of this captivating country with easy-to-use maps to help make sure you don't miss the unmissable.

Make the most of your holiday with The Rough Guide to Oman.

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The award-winning Rough Guide to Japan makes the ideal travel companion to one of the world's most unique and dynamic countries.

In full colour throughout, this opinionated guide is packed with essential information on the latest and best places to sleep, eat, party and shop, as well as pointers on etiquette and other cultural niceties. From neon-soaked Tokyo to temple-studded Kyoto and snow-topped Mount Fuji, all of the major travel hotspots are covered in full, while the guide also points the way to off-the-beaten-track gems - take a live-volcano hot spring on Kyushu island, go diving in tropical Okinawa, or wind your way through mountain traverses in the Japan Alps. Gain a richer understanding of the country through chapters on Japan's history, religions, arts, movies and music plus coverage of pressing environmental issues. There are maps of all the main tourist destinations, together with easy-to-read colour transport maps covering the Tokyo and Osaka train and subway systems.

Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Japan.

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Rough Guides' The Best Places to Stay in Britain on a Budget reviews over 250 establishments, from the Isles of Scilly to Orkney and Windermere to Winchester, taking in rural B&Bs, cool townhouses, historic inns, hikers' hostels and canal boats. Our selection includes everything from comfortable GBP12 dorms to ornate GBP80 doubles, showing that you can stay in wonderful accommodation without breaking the bank.

Full-colour pictures and maps show what to expect and how to get there, while practical details cover everything from check-out times to breakfast options. We've highlighted our favourites with feature reviews and lists showing our top picks for families, luxury, bargains, public transport access, outdoor activities and more, while sharp contributions from our experienced writers help you make your mind up.

Whether you want to stay in a big city's buzzing heart, halfway up a mountain or in rolling farmland, The Best Places to Stay in Britain on a Budget has it covered.

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The Rough Guide to London

by Rob Humphreys

Published 4 September 2003
The Rough Guide to London is the most comprehensive and compelling guide to one of the world's most enthralling cities. A full-colour introduction gives an inspiring preview of the city's highlights - from the London Eye and Kew Gardens to Brick Lane and Notting Hill. Within the guide there is comprehensive background on all the sights and practical information to help you get the most out of your visit. There are authoritative reviews of hotels, pubs and restaurants, plus the latest take on London's nightlife and music scenes.

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Italy

by Ros Belford, Martin Dunford, and Celia Woolfrey

Published 29 April 1993
From the mountains of Lombardy to the volcanic isles of Sicily, we take you to every corner of Italy's entrancing geography. The "most readable, comprehensive, and informative guide around" (Cosmopolitan) includes detailed accounts of all the sights and incisive coverage of Italian culture and customs.

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Barcelona

by Jules Brown

Published 27 March 1997
The Rough Guide to Barcelona is the ultimate guidebook to one of Europe's most vibrant, exciting, and stylish cities. In full-color throughout, with dozens of photos, this guide not only gives you the finest coverage of Barcelona's historic sights and famous architecture, including the magnificent Gaud creations like the Sagrada Familia, but also has a keen eye for offbeat attractions and in-the-know sights, from quirky museums to neighborhood markets, city beaches, and urban parks.

With up-to-date reviews of the best hotels, bars, restaurants, and clubs for all budgets, you'll find just what you're looking for in The Rough Guide to Barcelona, whether a hideaway boutique hotel or the best sangria in town.

Make the most of your vacation with The Rough Guide to Barcelona.

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The Rough Guide to Barcelona offers the traveller a first-class insight into this colourful and exciting city. This fifth edition has been thoroughly updated and revised and includes up-to-the-minute reviews of the city's best restaurants, bars and clubs. There are in-depth accounts of all the sights, from the tree-lined Ramblas to the weird and wonderful modernista architecture all over the city. The detailed contexts chapter includes a section on Catalan cookery with recipes.

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As indispensable as it is easy to carry, the Pocket Rough Guide to London is the definitive guide to the most charismatic city in Britain. It's full of insider tips on the most memorable experiences the city has to offer: take in the views from the lofty heights of the Shard; haggle for a bargain in Portobello Road Market; explore the legacy of the Olympic Games in the East End; and enjoy all manner of world-class museums for free. Beautifully designed in full colour and packed with the best-looking maps you'll find in any guidebook - including a handy pull-out map - Pocket London's comprehensive recommendations will not only help you take best advantage of the city's famed restaurant and nightlife scenes, but also find equally brilliant places to sleep and shop.

Make the most of your time on Earth (TM) with the Pocket Rough Guide London.

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Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to South Africa Lesotho & Swaziland, the ultimate guide to this stunning country. The full-colour section introduces the country's highlights, from the game trails of Kruger National Park to the picturesque Garden Route towns of the Western Cape and seclusion of the Eastern Cape. With informed accounts and unparalleled coverage, clue-up on all the top sights and experiences from the colourful residential streets of Cape Towns Bo-Kapp district to the fine and affordable vintages of the wine routes. The guide takes a detailed look at South African history, literature, culture and wildlife with expert background on everything from Cape dutch architecture to Zulu traditions. There are plenty of practical tips and information on all the best accommodation, transportation and restaurants and lively reviews of hundreds of shops, bars and clubs. Discover every corner of South Africa with the clearest maps of any guide.

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The Rough Guide to Berlin is the definitive guide to this extraordinary city with its fascinating historical sites, world-class museums, cutting edge galleries and architecture and pulsating nightlife. It will guide you through Germany's capital with reliable information and a clearly explained background on everything from the enduring Reichstag to eastern Berlin's cultural scene. Whether you're looking for great places to eat and drink or inspiring accommodation and the most exciting places to party, you'll find the solution. Accurate maps and comprehensive practical information help you get under the skin of this dynamic city, whilst stunning photography and a full-colour introduction make The Rough Guide to Berlin your ultimate travelling companion.

Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Berlin.

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The Rough Guide to Tokyo

by Martin Zatko

Published 1 July 2014
The new-look Rough Guide to Tokyo - now in full colour throughout - is the ultimate travel companion to Japan's jaw-dropping capital. Augmented by stunning photography and full listings sections, colour-coded maps provide the key to this hectic, sometimes indecipherable city. You'll find detailed practical advice on what to see and do in Tokyo, from ancient temples and the Imperial Palace to the searing neon lights of Shibuya and Shinjuku.

Whatever your budget, the best places to sleep, eat, drink and shop are all covered, with best-of boxes picking out the highlights you won't want to miss - before long you could be eating the world's finest sushi, drinking sake in a local izakaya, watching a sumo or robot battle, or sleeping in one of the city's famed capsule hotels.

Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Tokyo.

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With pristine, tropical beaches, sculpted rice-paddies and looming volcanic peaks, Indonesia's two most famous islands instantly beguile. Rugged coastlines boast world-class surf, awesome diving and fashionable hot spots, while in Bali's lush interior lies Ubud, the island's celebrated cultural heart, a magnet for art-lovers and a showcase for Bali's fascinating traditions.

On Lombok you can trek up Gunung Rinjani, one of Indonesia's highest peaks, or escape to the remote, white sandy beaches of the Gili Islands. With full-colour throughout, clear maps and stunning photography, The Rough Guide to Bali & Lombok will ensure you make the most of these alluring islands, with insider tips on everything from indulgent spa retreats and fantastic shops, to the best hotels, restaurants and bars to suit every budget.


Make the most of your time on Earth with The Rough Guide to Bali & Lombok.

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The Rough Guide to Vietnam is the essential guide to one of Southeast Asia's most enticing destinations. Roam the markets, temples and shops of thousand-year-old Hanoi, and then slow the pace down with a trip to national parks or the remote highlands.

From the rugged mountains of Ha Giang in the north to the pancake-flat Mekong Delta in the south, the Rough Guide's honest and up-to-date appraisals will steer you to the best places to stay, eat and party across every price range. Reviews take in hill-tribe homestays, quirky hostels, boutique hotels, sophisticated restaurants and delicious street food, while informed and accessible writing covers everything from Buddhism to battlefields.

The fully revised Rough Guide to Vietnam is full-colour throughout, helping the country's tremendous food, impressive colonial architecture and colourful ethnic minorities leap from the page, and detailed maps offer clear guidance.

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The Rough Guide to Myanmar (Burma) is the ultimate travel guide to this exciting, largely undiscovered country with clear maps and detailed coverage of all the best Burmese attractions. Discover Myanmar's highlights with stunning photography and information on everything from exploring the iconic temples of Bagan, boating across beautiful Inle Lake or trekking through remote Shan highland villages. Find detailed practical advice on what to see and do in Myanmar, relying on up-to-date descriptions of the best hotels, bars, shops and restaurants for all budgets. Explore every corner of this exciting country with easy-to-use maps to help make sure you don't miss the unmissable.

Make the most of your holiday with The Rough Guide to Myanmar (Burma).

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The new-look Rough Guide to Beijing - now in full colour throughout - is the ultimate travel guide to this endlessly absorbing city. Discover the highlights of China's remarkable capital with stunning photography, colour-coded maps, and insightful descriptions of the city's sights - everything from the Forbidden City and Summer Palace to hidden hutong alleys and the Great Wall.

However long you're staying, and whatever your budget, the Rough Guide to Beijing has you covered. Comprehensive sections point the way to the very best places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and unwind - charming courtyard hotels, bustling night markets, edgy bars and glitzy malls are all part of the mix. In addition, expert new sections on film, contemporary art and live music will enable you to take the pulse of modern Beijing.

Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Beijing.

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Discover Bolivia with the most incisive and entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to swim with pink river dolphins, cycle the world's most dangerous road, or follow in the footsteps of Che Guevara and Butch Cassidy, The Rough Guide to Bolivia will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink and shop along the way.

Inside The Rough Guide to Bolivia
- Independent, trusted reviews written in 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 steep, narrow lanes of La Paz's market district or the ordered colonial streets of Sucre's historic centre without needing to get online.
- Stunning, inspirational images
- 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: La Paz; Oruro; Potosi; Sucre; Cochabamba; Santa Cruz; and Rurrenabaque. Attractions include: Mercado de Hechiheria; Tiwanuku; Lake Titicaca and Isla del Sol; Coroico and the "Death Road"; the Inca trails; Salar de Uyuni; Reserva de Fauna Andina Eduardo Avaroa; the Che Guevara trail; the Jesuit missions of Chiquitos; Parque Nacional Madidi and the Amazon.
- Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food and drink, fiestas, health, national parks and reserves, outdoor activities, crime and personal safety, culture and etiquette and more.
- Background information - a Contexts chapter devoted to history, wildlife and ecology, books, music and dance,plus a handy language section and glossary.

Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with the Rough Guide to Bolivia

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Cover of The Rough Guide to Taiwan (Travel Guide)

Discover this fascinating destination with the most incisive and entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to sample oyster omelettes at Keelung Night Market, catch some waves at Kenting National Park or marvel at the National Palace Museum's fabulous art collection, The Rough Guide to Taiwan will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and visit along the way.

- 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 Taipei's elaborate grid network or Tainan's ancient streets without needing to get online.
- Stunning images - a rich collection of inspiring colour photography.
- Things not to miss - Rough Guides' rundown of Taiwan'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. Areas covered include: Taipei; Tainan; Meinong; Kinmen; Lugang; Lanyu; Matsu Islands; East Rift Valley; Alishan National Scenic Area and East Coast National Scenic Area.
Attractions include: Taroko National Park; Kenting National Park; Chung Tai Chan Monastery; Sun Moon Lake; Yushan; National Palace Museum; night markets and hot springs.
- Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food and drink, health, the media, festivals, outdoor activities, culture and etiquette, and more.
- Background information - a Contexts chapter devoted to history, Taiwan's indigenous peoples, religion, arts and culture, books, plus a handy language section and glossary.

Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with The Rough Guide to Taiwan.

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Enjoy the ultimate city break with the most incisive and entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan on exploring the Sagrada Familia, hitting the tapas trail in La Ribera or chilling out on one of the city's glorious beaches, this new edition of The Rough Guide to Barcelona will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and visit along the way.

- Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit.
- Full-colour maps throughout and a handy city plan - navigate the back alleys of the Barri Gotic or the Eixample's grid of modernista buildings without needing to get online.
- Stunning, inspirational images - a rich collection of inspiring colour photography.
- Things not to miss - Rough Guides' rundown of Barcelona's best sights and experiences.
- Itineraries - carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip.
- Detailed city coverage - whether visiting the big sights or venturing off the tourist trail, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered include: the Ramblas, the Barri Gotic, El Raval, Sant Pere, La Ribera, Ciutadella, Barceloneta, Port Olimpic, Port Vell, Montjuic, Dreta de l'Eixample, Esquerra de l'Exiample. Glories, Gracia, Parc Guel, Horta, Les Corts, Pedralbes, Sarria-Sant Gervasi, Tibidabo, Pacr de Collserola. Attractions include: Sagrada Familia, Casa Batllo, La Pedrera, Fundacio Joan Miro, La Seu, Transbordador Aeri, La Bouqeria, Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC), Museu Picasso, Museu d'Art Contemporani de Barcelona (MACBA), Camp Nou.
- Listings - honest and insightful reviews of all the best places to stay, eat, drink and shop, with options to suit every budget, along with the latest on Barcelona's clubs, live-music venues, theatres, galleries and LGBT scene, plus in-depth sections on the city's sports and outdoor activities, festivals and events, and children's attractions.
- Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, the media; tourist information; entry requirements and more
- Background information - a Contexts chapter devoted to history and books and with a handy language section covering Castilian (Spanish) and Catalan.