Lonely Planet Travel Survival Kit
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Exploring ethnic Tibet independently is a challenge. With the 'land of snows' having some of the wildest and roughest road routes in high Asia, motoring, mountain-biking and trekking options are all given due attention in this new edition. High quality, numerous maps set this guide apart from other guides on Tibet and the trekking section has been expanded to include more on the main treks, including Everest Base Camp, Genden to Samye, Namtso trek and Kailiash region treks. Particular attention has been paid to the Amdo and Kham regions, not usually covered in guidebooks. Political and cultural issues make Tibet a sensitive destination for Westerners, so Michael Buckley's authoritative advice includes guidelines on cultural etiquette, local customs, and travelling with minimum impact on the culture and environment. The chapter on language includes a section covering Tibetan script.
This guidebook includes tales of the native culture, from the pornographic cinemas in Lahore to catching crabs in Karachi. Details on excursion by jeep or steam train up the Khyber Pass are included, as are critical listings of places to stay.
Since China opened its doors to westerners a few years ago, it has seen an enormous growth in individual travel. This book is the recognized authority for independent explorers of the People's Republic.
Lonely Planet's "Travel Survival Kits" cover one country, or a small group of countries, in depth, with travel and accommodation options to suit a range of budgets. These guides are designed to be easy to use, providing practical travel information in a lively, entertaining style. Features of this series include: cultural and historical background; detailed maps of cities, towns and rural areas; information on getting there and getting around; practical information on every aspect of travel; health and safety advice; information on local cuisine; advice on customs and etiquette; key words, phrases and basic grammar of local languages; and names of places, restaurants and hotels in foreign script where applicable. Encompassing a narrow strip of land between the Pacific Ocean and the Andes, Chile boasts a varied landscape, from desert to lush forest, snow-capped volcanoes, glaciers and fjords. Easter Island, in the South Pacific, is famous for its huge stone statues. This "Travel Survival Kit" contains up-to-date travel information on these two destinations.
Mauritius, Reunion and Seychelles
by Deanna Swaney, Robert Strauss, and Sarina Singh
Published 31 December 1993
Each of these three islands are melting pots of races, religions and cultures. This travel guide suggests visiting the Seychelles for the beaches, Reunion for the mountains and the alpine scenery, and Mauritius for the people and culture, and includes advice and information on all."