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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.
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
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
Lonely Planet California's Best Trips
by Sara Benson, Nate Cavalieri, and Beth Kohn
Published 15 February 2013
Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Whether exploring your own backyard or somewhere new, discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's California's Best Trips. Featuring 35 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures, you can marvel beneath towering Redwoods or cruise along the iconic Pacific Coast Highway, all with your trusted travel companion. Jump in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road!
Inside Lonely Planet's California's Best Trips: *Lavish color and gorgeous photography throughout *Itineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored routes for your needs and interests *Get around easily - 80 easy-to-read, full-color route maps, detailed directions *Insider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roads *Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices *Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss *Useful features - including Stretch Your Legs, Detours, Link Your Trip *Covers San Francisco, Los Angeles, Napa Valley, Orange County, Palm Springs, Big Sur, Santa Monica, Monterey, San Diego, Sonoma Valley, Lake Tahoe, Carmel, San Luis Obispo and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's California 's Best Trips is perfect for exploring California in the classic American way-by road trip! * Planning a Californian trip sans a car?
Lonely Planet's California guide, our most comprehensive guide to California, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems, or check out Discover California, a photo-rich guide to the state's most popular attractions. * Looking for a guide focused on a specific Californian city? Check out Lonely Planet's San Francisco guide orLos Angeles, San Diego & Southern California guide for a comprehensive look at all that these cities have to offer, or Pocket San Francisco or Pocket Los Angeles, handy-sized guides focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip. There's More in Store for You: * For more road-tripping ideas, check out Lonely Planet's USA Best Trips guides to New England, Southwest USA, Pacific Northwest, Florida & the South, New York & the Mid-Atlantic, and USA. * Or start with our FREE SAMPLER 'USA's Best Trips: 7 Amazing Road Trips,' with excerpts from each guide to help you pick which region to explore first. * Also, check out Lonely Planet's European Best Trips guides to Italy, France, and Ireland and our FREE SAMPLER 'Europe's Best Trips: 3 Amazing Road Trips' for more road trip inspiration.
Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet, Sara Benson, Nate Cavalieri and Beth Kohn. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveler community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travelers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves.
Inside Lonely Planet's California's Best Trips: *Lavish color and gorgeous photography throughout *Itineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored routes for your needs and interests *Get around easily - 80 easy-to-read, full-color route maps, detailed directions *Insider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roads *Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices *Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss *Useful features - including Stretch Your Legs, Detours, Link Your Trip *Covers San Francisco, Los Angeles, Napa Valley, Orange County, Palm Springs, Big Sur, Santa Monica, Monterey, San Diego, Sonoma Valley, Lake Tahoe, Carmel, San Luis Obispo and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's California 's Best Trips is perfect for exploring California in the classic American way-by road trip! * Planning a Californian trip sans a car?
Lonely Planet's California guide, our most comprehensive guide to California, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems, or check out Discover California, a photo-rich guide to the state's most popular attractions. * Looking for a guide focused on a specific Californian city? Check out Lonely Planet's San Francisco guide orLos Angeles, San Diego & Southern California guide for a comprehensive look at all that these cities have to offer, or Pocket San Francisco or Pocket Los Angeles, handy-sized guides focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip. There's More in Store for You: * For more road-tripping ideas, check out Lonely Planet's USA Best Trips guides to New England, Southwest USA, Pacific Northwest, Florida & the South, New York & the Mid-Atlantic, and USA. * Or start with our FREE SAMPLER 'USA's Best Trips: 7 Amazing Road Trips,' with excerpts from each guide to help you pick which region to explore first. * Also, check out Lonely Planet's European Best Trips guides to Italy, France, and Ireland and our FREE SAMPLER 'Europe's Best Trips: 3 Amazing Road Trips' for more road trip inspiration.
Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet, Sara Benson, Nate Cavalieri and Beth Kohn. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveler community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travelers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves.
Outdoor activities such as skiing, boating, kayaking, hiking and cycling are all discussed in this guide to Seattle. There are restaurant and night-life sections, comprehensive coverage of the best places to stay and background cultural information.
This Lonely Planet guidebook to Banff, Glacier & Jasper National National Parks is full of helpful advice on what to see, where to go, local customs, where to stay and other useful hints for the traveller.
Northern Territory and Central Australia
by Paul Harding and Lindsay Brown
Published 30 September 1996
This guide features everything the explorer needs to transverse Australia's red centre: Kakadu, Uluru, Kings Canyon, Katherine Gorge and beyond, practical information on bushwalking, fishing, canoeing and camel riding, a special section on Aboriginal art, law, language and medicine, and accommodation for all budgets.
Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet the Lake District 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. Cruise by wooded islands on Derwentwater, ascend the thrilling fell walk of Striding Edge, or glimpse into the life of Wordsworth at Dove Cottage; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the Lake District and begin your journey now!
Inside Lonely Planet the Lake District Travel Guide: *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, poetry, literature, film, politics, landscapes, flora, wildlife, and cuisine *Over 56 local maps *Useful features - including Month-by-Month (annual festival calendar), Outdoor Activities, and Travel with Children *Coverage of Inland Cumbria, Ullswater, Grasmere, the Central Lake District, Windermere, Coniston, Hawkshead, Cumbrian Coast, Western Lake District, Keswick, Derwentwater, and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet the Lake District, our most comprehensive guide to the Lake District, is perfect for those planning to both explore the top sights and take the road less travelled.
* Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's England guide or Great Britain guide for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer, or Discover Great Britain, a photo-rich guide focused on the country's most popular experiences. Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet and Oliver Berry. About Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, as well as an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves in.
Inside Lonely Planet the Lake District Travel Guide: *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, poetry, literature, film, politics, landscapes, flora, wildlife, and cuisine *Over 56 local maps *Useful features - including Month-by-Month (annual festival calendar), Outdoor Activities, and Travel with Children *Coverage of Inland Cumbria, Ullswater, Grasmere, the Central Lake District, Windermere, Coniston, Hawkshead, Cumbrian Coast, Western Lake District, Keswick, Derwentwater, and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet the Lake District, our most comprehensive guide to the Lake District, is perfect for those planning to both explore the top sights and take the road less travelled.
* Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's England guide or Great Britain guide for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer, or Discover Great Britain, a photo-rich guide focused on the country's most popular experiences. Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet and Oliver Berry. About Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, as well as an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves in.
This guide to the Dominican Republic and Haiti provides information on the best locales for surfing & diving, the most interesting & challenging hikes in the Central Highlands, where to see the orchids of Punte Rucia, & coverage of national parks.
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"
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"
Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Poland 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. Experience Krakow's scintillating nightlife, admire the elegance of Warsaw's 'Palace on the Water,' or explore the amber stalls along the crooked medieval lanes of Gdansk; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Poland and begin your journey now!
Inside Lonely Planet Poland Travel Guide: *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 culture, history, art, literature, poetry, cinema, music, politics, landscapes, and wildlife *Free, convenient pull-out Krakow map (included in print version), plus over 67 local maps *Useful features - including Month-by-Month (annual festival calendar), Outdoor Activities, and Eat Like a Local *Coverage of Warsaw, Krakow, Malopolska, the Carpathian Mountains, Mazovia, Podlasie, Warmia, Masuria, Gdansk, Pomerania, Wielkopolska, Silesia, the Olsztyn region, and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Poland, our most comprehensive guide to Poland, is perfect for those planning to both explore the top sights and take the road less travelled.
* Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's Eastern Europe guide for a comprehensive look at all the region has to offer. Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet, Mark Baker, Marc Di Duca, and Tim Richards. About Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, as well as an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves in.
Inside Lonely Planet Poland Travel Guide: *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 culture, history, art, literature, poetry, cinema, music, politics, landscapes, and wildlife *Free, convenient pull-out Krakow map (included in print version), plus over 67 local maps *Useful features - including Month-by-Month (annual festival calendar), Outdoor Activities, and Eat Like a Local *Coverage of Warsaw, Krakow, Malopolska, the Carpathian Mountains, Mazovia, Podlasie, Warmia, Masuria, Gdansk, Pomerania, Wielkopolska, Silesia, the Olsztyn region, and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Poland, our most comprehensive guide to Poland, is perfect for those planning to both explore the top sights and take the road less travelled.
* Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's Eastern Europe guide for a comprehensive look at all the region has to offer. Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet, Mark Baker, Marc Di Duca, and Tim Richards. About Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, as well as an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves in.
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.
Prospective visitors to Thailand are offered information and advice on travelling responsibly and sustainably. This edition includes a new environment and natural wonders section and a snapshot of Bangkok life written by a Bangkok resident.
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
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
Moscow is famous for the art and design of its metro stations. Visiting a banya really does involve being beaten with a birch twig and leaping into an ice-cold pool. Moscow, the capital of the Federation of Russia, is over eight hundred and fifty years old. The Moscow Metro in Moscow, Russia is the world's most heavily used metro system, it is well-known for the ornate design of many of the stations, containing stunningly beautiful examples of socialist realist art. Moscow is the site of the famous (Citadel of a Russian town) Kremlin, which serves as the centre of the national government. Moscow is the heart of the Russian ballet and the performing arts - ticket prices used to be as low as $1 in the Soviet era, unfortunately prices have been seriously adjusted.
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.
This is a comprehensive guide to Borneo, one of the world's best adventure and eco-tourism destinations. The text offers insights into helping local economies, conservation projects and wildlife protection, as well as information on remote areas of the island.
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.
Southeast Asia on a Shoestring
by China Williams, George Dunford, Simone Egger, Tasmin McNaughtan, Matt Phillips, Nick Ray, Robert Reid, Paul Smitz, Matt Warren, and Sarah Wintle
Published 15 May 1999
'Southeast Asia on a Shoestring' covers all the countries in the region, and features the jungles, oceans, volcanoes and mountains of the area.
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.
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.