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Travel Guide

146 total works

Cover of St Petersburg

St Petersburg

by Mara Vorhees

Published 18 April 2008
Detailed coverage of the arts, information on walking tours, and excursions to tsarist palaces are included in this guide to St Petersburg, as well as little known facts such as the proper way to get a tan is to stand naked against a fortress wall.

Cover of Austria

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.

Cover of Melbourne and Victoria

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
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Cover of Seattle

Seattle

by Becky Ohlsen

Published 22 February 2008
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.

Cover of Banff, Jasper and Glacier National Parks
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.

Cover of Northern Territory and Central Australia
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.

Cover of Dominican Republic and Haiti

Dominican Republic and Haiti

by Paul Clammer and Jens Porup

Published 21 October 2005
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.

Cover of Montreal and Quebec City
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"

Cover of Puglia and Basilicata
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.

Cover of Paris

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
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Cover of Moscow

Moscow

by Mara Vorhees

Published 17 March 2006
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.

Cover of Madrid

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.

Cover of Borneo

Borneo

by Daniel Robinson

Published 22 July 2011
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.

Cover of Singapore

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.

Cover of Southeast Asia on a Shoestring
'Southeast Asia on a Shoestring' covers all the countries in the region, and features the jungles, oceans, volcanoes and mountains of the area.

Cover of Caribbean Islands

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.

Cover of Rome

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.

Cover of Amsterdam

Amsterdam

by Karla Zimmerman

Published 19 February 2010
This guide to Amsterdam provides in-depth coverage of the city and off-the-beaten path sights and neighbourhoods for the intrepid traveller who wants to go beyond the typical and experience 'real' Amsterdam culture.

Cover of Venice and the Veneto

Venice and the Veneto

by Alison Bing

Published 19 February 2010
This guide to Venice includes a colour map section, the pick of places to eat, sleep and shop, walking tours, on and off the beaten path, excursion details and a language section and food glossary.

Cover of Iran

Iran

by Andrew Burke and Et Al

Published 5 November 2004
This guidebook covers the whole country - from the Caspian coast and the desert interior to the architectural jewels of Esfahan. The book is packed with tips for overlanders, women and solo travellers.