Travel Guide

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Australia

by Eugene Fodor and etc.

Published August 1978

This is a land so different from any other that it can sometimes seems as if it were conjured rather than created. If you love outdoor recreation, imaginative cuisine, natural beauty seemingly without limit, and the idea of an English-speaking nation actually being exotic, Australia was made (or conjured)...Read more

This is a land so different from any other that it can sometimes seems as if it were conjured rather than created. If you love outdoor recreation, imaginative cuisine, natural beauty seemingly without limit, and the idea of an English-speaking nation actually being exotic, Australia was made (or conjured) for you. Be sure to pack this Fodor's guide before leaving on your journey to the land down under to ensure you don't miss a thing!

The San Francisco Chronicle sums it up best: "Fodor's Gold Guides are saturated with information."

- New two-color interiors make it easier to find the information you need.
- Fodor's Choice ratings tell what not to miss.
- Hotel and restaurant reviews cover all budgets.
- New [ sign category flags the best budget options.
- Multi-day itineraries help readers build the right trip for them.
- Smart Travel Tips, a complete chapter packed with contacts and great advice

Lonely Planet Thailand

by China Williams, Mark Beales, Tim Bewer, Celeste Brash, Austin Bush, David Eimer, and Adam Skolnick

Published 1 June 2014

#1 best-selling guide to Thailand*

Lonely Planet Thailand is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wander through wild orchids in Mae Hong Son, charter a longtail boat on the Andaman Coast or look for...

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#1 best-selling guide to Thailand*

Lonely Planet Thailand is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wander through wild orchids in Mae Hong Son, charter a longtail boat on the Andaman Coast or look for tigers and monkeys in national parks; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Thailand and begin your journey now!

Inside Lonely Planet Thailand Travel Guide:

• Colour maps and images throughout
• Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
• Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
• Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
• Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
• Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - current affairs, history, politics, arts, architecture, environment, food & drink, responsible travel
• Free, convenient pull-out Bangkok map (included in print version), plus over 100 maps
• Covers Bangkok, Central Thailand, Ko Chang, Chiang Mai Province, Northern Thailand, Hua Hin, Southern Gulf, Ko Samui, Lower Gulf, Phuket, Andaman Coast and more

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Thailand , our most comprehensive guide to Thailand, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled.

• Looking for just the highlights? Check out Discover Thailand, a photo-rich guide to the country's most popular attractions.
• Looking for a beach escape? Check out Lonely Planet Thailand's Islands and Beaches.
• Looking for a guide focused on Bangkok or Phuket? Check out Lonely Planet's Bangkok or Phuket guides for a comprehensive look at all the city has to offer; or Pocket Bangkok or Pocket Phuket, handy-sized guides focused on the can't-miss sights for quick city visits.
• Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Southeast Asia on a shoestring, a comprehensive guide to stretching money for an extended trip across the region.

Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet.

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 traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves.

*Source: Nielsen BookScan. Australia, UK and USA

Lonely Planet Bangkok

by Austin Bush

Published 1 August 2012

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher

Lonely Planet Bangkok is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Eat pat tai and other street food at open-air markets, visit breathtaking temples or shop 'til...

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Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher

Lonely Planet Bangkok is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Eat pat tai and other street food at open-air markets, visit breathtaking temples or shop 'til you drop at the MBK Center and Chatuchak Weekend Market; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Bangkok and begin your journey now!

Inside Lonely Planet Bangkok:

• Full-colour maps and images throughout
• Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
• Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
• Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
• Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
• Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, culture, eating in Thailand, the sex industry in Thailand
• Free, convenient pull-out Bangkok map (included in print version), plus over 35 colour maps
• Covers Siam Square, Pratunam, Ploenchit, Ratchathewi, Riverside, Silom, Lumphini, Sukhumvit, Thewet, Dusit, Banglamphu, Ko Ratanakosin, Thonburi, Chinatown, Greater Bangkok and more

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Bangkok, our most comprehensive guide to Bangkok, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled.

• Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet Thailand for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer.
• Looking for just the highlights of Bangkok? Check out Pocket Bangkok, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip.

Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet.

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 traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves.

Discover USA

by Karla Zimmerman, Amy C Balfour, Sandra Bao, Sara Benson, Adam Karlin, Zora O'Neill, Becky Ohlsen, Kevin Raub, and Brendan Sainsbury

Published 1 May 2016

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher

Lonely Planet Discover USA is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore the kaleidoscopic streets of New York City, feast on lip-smacking jumbalaya in New Orleans, or...

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Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher

Lonely Planet Discover USA is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore the kaleidoscopic streets of New York City, feast on lip-smacking jumbalaya in New Orleans, or find solitude and space in Yosemite National Park -all with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of the USA and begin your journey now!

Inside Lonely Planet Discover USA:

Full-color maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, politics, lifestyle, sports, cuisine, wine, beer, art, literature, cinema, music, architecture, Over 50 color maps Covers New York City, New England, Washington, DC, Chicago, Miami, Walt Disney World, New Orleans, Las Vegas, Grand Canyon, Los Angeles, San Francisco and more

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Discover USA, our easy-to-use guide, filled with inspiring and colorful photos, focuses on the USA's most popular attractions for those looking for the best of the best.

Looking for a comprehensive guide that recommends both popular and offbeat experiences, and extensively covers all the USA has to offer? Check out Lonely Planet USA guide.

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 traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves. The world awaits!

Lonely Planet guides have won the TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice Award in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016.

'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves, it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media

'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times

eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones)

Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in maps and images Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing

Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.

Lonely Planet Kauai

by Adam Karlin, Greg Benchwick, and Adam Skolnick

Published 21 September 2012

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher

Lonely Planet Kaua'i 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 sea caves along the Na Pali Coast, absorb the grand vistas of the...Read more

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher

Lonely Planet Kaua'i 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 sea caves along the Na Pali Coast, absorb the grand vistas of the Waimea Canyon, or surf the breaks at beautiful Hanalei Bay -all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Kaua'i and begin your journey now!

Inside Lonely Planet Kaua'i Travel Guide:



Full-color maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - learn about history, art, crafts, hula, music, architecture, politics, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, customs Free, convenient pull-out Kaua'i island map (included in print version), plus over 40 color maps Covers Lihu'e, Kapa'a, Hanalei, Po'ipu, Waimea Canyon and more

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Kaua'i, our most comprehensive guide to Kaua'i, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less traveled.

Looking for a guide focused on another Hawaiian island? Check out Lonely Planet Maui, Lonely Planet Hawaii: the Big Island, or Lonely Planet Honolulu, Waikiki and O'ahu for comprehensive looks at all that these islands have to offer; or Pocket Honolulu, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick visit.

About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. Lonely Planet enables the curious to experience the world fully and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves, near or far from home.

TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 winner in Favorite Travel Guide category

'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times

'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves, it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia)

Valencia

by Miles Roddis

Published 19 May 2006

Including special day trips to stunning beauty spots and green travel options, this guide to Valencia profiles the best attractions the Spanish city has to offer.

Ko Samui

by China Williams

Published 19 September 2008

What Will Your Ko Samui Encounter Be
Being pulled, kneaded and stretched into putty with a traditional Thai massage
Exploring Thailand's peculiar breakfast rituals at Mae Nam market
Gasping as little fish nibble on your toes in the waters of Hin Wong
Realizing your vision for that perfect...Read more

What Will Your Ko Samui Encounter Be
Being pulled, kneaded and stretched into putty with a traditional Thai massage
Exploring Thailand's peculiar breakfast rituals at Mae Nam market
Gasping as little fish nibble on your toes in the waters of Hin Wong
Realizing your vision for that perfect work of art with Chaweng's copy artists
Clawing your way to the oh-so-worth-it mountain-top viewpoint on Ko Wua Talap
Waking up with the sun to create a day-long meditative state
Discover Twice the Region in Half The Time
Detailed regional and town maps for easy navigation
Our expert author uncovers the best sights, restaurants, bars, shops, spas and island activities
Unique itineraries and highlights to help you make the most of your beach getaway
Locals share their secret Ko Samui, revealing its special heart

Budapest

by Steve Fallon

Published 10 July 2000

As well as providing information on the city of Budapest, this city guide also features walking and cycling tours of the city and the surrounding areas and excursions along the Danube, Szentendre, Veszprem and other places of interest.

Florence

by Robert Landon

Published 23 January 2009

Neighbourhood structure helps travellers navigate the city more easily; from the artistic studios of the Oltrarno to primo shopping tips and the low-down on the best bistecca fiorentina. This title includes a chorus of local voice interviews from tour leaders to avant-garde performers for an insight into how Florence...Read more

Neighbourhood structure helps travellers navigate the city more easily; from the artistic studios of the Oltrarno to primo shopping tips and the low-down on the best bistecca fiorentina. This title includes a chorus of local voice interviews from tour leaders to avant-garde performers for an insight into how Florence ticks.The commissioning editor for this guide is a previous "Lonely Planet" Italian author and spent much of her youth in Florence.

France

by Nicola Williams and Et Al

Published 25 May 2001

This book features new colour food chapter highlighting the regional diversity of cuisine, including in-depth information on cheese, bread and charcuterie.Local voice interviews give reader's a window into the people who define French culture. It provides in-depth coverage of French culture, food & wine, plus thorough explanations about how...Read more

This book features new colour food chapter highlighting the regional diversity of cuisine, including in-depth information on cheese, bread and charcuterie.Local voice interviews give reader's a window into the people who define French culture. It provides in-depth coverage of French culture, food & wine, plus thorough explanations about how all these are intertwined and inseparable.We have included increased coverage of how and where to travel sustainably and support businesses that make a concerted effort to minimise their impact on the environment.

New England

by Mara Vorhees and Et Al

Published 23 May 2008

Includes an expanded coverage of greater Boston covering the less-visited areas.

Italy

by Damien Simonis

Published 29 February 2000

This guide provides valuable information for independent travel, suggesting hundreds of value for money restaurants and accommodation options. It also gives background briefing on all historical sights, museums and galleries.

Middle East

by Anthony Ham, Andrew Burke, Jean-Bernard Carillet, Michael Kohn, Frances Linzee Gordon, Virginia Maxwell, and Bradley Mayhew

Published 21 April 2006

'Middle East' is full of helpful advice on what to see, where to go, local customs, where to stay and other useful hints for the traveller.

Berlin

by Andrea Schulte-Peevers

Published 1 August 1998

This travel guide to Berlin enables travellers to travel the way they want to. Information is provided on where to eat, sleep and shop and an itineraries chapter allows the traveller to plan their time effectively.

East Africa

by Mary Fitzpatrick, Tom Parkinson, and Nick Ray

Published 23 June 2006

This is a complete, practical country guide to East Africa for independent travellers. It includes a chapter dedicated to safaris, offering expert advice on car, boat, walking, balloon and canoe safaris, and features a special section on gorilla trekking.

Cambodia

by Nick Ray and Et Al

Published 5 February 1990

This sixth edition contains essential information for travellers and has more pages and more incisive coverage of Angkor Wat. The guide also has increased coverage of Cambodia's northwestern and northeastern provinces.

Kuala Lumpur Melaka and Penang

by Joe Bindloss and Celeste Brash

Published 20 June 2008

This guide to Kuala Lumpur contains reviews on accommodation, eating and entertainment options, as well as in-depth cultural information including a section on interviews with local people.

California

by Andrea Schulte-Peevers, Sara Benson, Tom Downs, Robert Landon, Suzanne Park, Ryan Ver Berkmoes, and John A Vlahides

Published 31 May 1996

Local authorities provide the low-down on outdoor activities, from Lake Tahoe skiing to Southern California surfing in this book. A special section on hiking in Yosemite National Park is included, with expanded coverage of the Napa Valley and Sonoma wine country. Gambling getaways are also featured.

Southwest USA

by Becca Blond, Lisa Dunford, and Andrea Schulte-Peevers

Published 24 October 2008

Experience the Southwest USAGaze up at the Grand Canyon while floating down the mightly ColoradoChat with Santa Fe locals over spicy green chile and margaritasSpot ghosts of the Old West on the trail of Butch CassidyIn This GuideExpanded edition covers the best of Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, Colorado, Las...Read more

Experience the Southwest USAGaze up at the Grand Canyon while floating down the mightly ColoradoChat with Santa Fe locals over spicy green chile and margaritasSpot ghosts of the Old West on the trail of Butch CassidyIn This GuideExpanded edition covers the best of Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, Colorado, Las Vegas and NevadaThe ultimate road-trip guide - more scenic drives, Route 66 details and dinosaur detours throughout!Special Native American and Southwest with Kids chapters, plus pet-friendly listings in every stateInsightful local interviews, including Carolyn Jessop's account of escaping polygamy

Myanmar (Burma)

by Robert Reid and Et Al

Published 22 May 2009

This guide provides practical accommodation and restaurant options to suit a range of budgets. It has been thoroughly revised and expanded to include areas recently opened up to independent travellers and has a section on ancient temples.