Lonely Planet Regional Guides Series

This new guide helps travellers revel in the modern energy of Italy's ancient capital city while exploring Rome's famous sights and its lesser-known nooks and charms. It is packed with well-chosen places to wine, dine or snack, from lively bars to elegant five-star restaurants, and includes an Italian language guide.

East Coast Australia

by Verity Campbell and etc.

Published 4 October 2002

This guide includes coverage of Melbourne, Sydney, Byron Bay, Brisbane, Whitsundays, Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef. It features information on the best to see and do from enjoying city life to lazing on empty beaches, as well as transport options.

Hawaii

by Glenda Bendure, Ned Friary, and Sara Beson

Published August 1990

Using pictures of ancient artefacts and modern photographs, this book examines how the legacy of Ancient China lives on today. Paper and printing were known and used there many years before they reached the rest of the world. Chinese engineers built some of the first canals and Chinese scientists invented the compass, gunpowder and porcelain.

Greek Islands

by Paul Hellander and Et Al

Published 17 March 2006

This guide covers all the Greek Islands. It provides in-depth information on inter-island ferry routes for island hoppers, with special sections on Greek art, mythology, history and culture, as well as place names in Greek script and a practical language guide.

Indonesia

by Ginny Bruce and etc.

Published October 1986

Includes a special colour section on Indonesian arts and crafts, up-to-date tips on the best places to stay for any budget, comprehensive notes on Indonesian cuisine, detailed information on getting around Indonesia's thousands of islands, and a helpful chapter on Bahasa Indonesia.

Central Europe

by Stephen Fallon and Et Al

Published 28 February 1995

A comprehensive guide to travelling in Austria, the Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia and Switzerland, this book is designed for all budgets. Background notes on history, politics, culture and the arts are included as well as 130 maps.

England

by Ryan Ver Berkmoes and etc.

Published 29 February 1996

This guide to England contains information on the history and culture, accommodation, local cuisine, places and times to visit, language tips, maps, and health and safety advice. It is aimed at people on a variety of budgets.

Rajasthan

by Michelle Coxall and Sarina Singh

Published 31 January 1997

This volume is full of helpful advice on what to see, where to go, local customs, where to stay and other useful hints for the traveller in Rajasthan.

Pakistan and the Karakoram Highway

by Sarina Singh and Et Al

Published January 1993

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.

Middle East

by Tom Brosnahan and etc.

Published 31 March 1997

The only complete travel guide to the Middle East, now also including Libya. It includes detailed notes on the fascinating culture and history of the region, including special sections on Islamic arts, architecture and food; up-to-date accommodation and restaurant lisings for all budgets; and local and overland transport options.

South India

by Christine Niven and etc.

Published 30 November 1998

Explores south India and includes Orissa and Maharastra and looks at and explains the magnificent architecture to be found in the region. A special section on eurotrash rave haven to ashram nervana, here is the full scope of the south India experience with options all along the way.

Greek Islands

by David Willett and etc.

Published 28 January 2000

Includes the latest information on ferries, catamarans and hydrofoils for island-hoppers; a colour section on highlights and suggested itineraries; hundreds of options on where to sleep, eat and party; an illustrated section on mythology; and information on Athens and the major mainland ports.

Aboriginal Australia and the Torres Strait Islands

by Sarina Singh and etc.

Published 27 July 2001

This guide is ideal for travellers who want to understand Australia's 50,000-year-old cultural tradition. More than 60 Indigenous people have contributed to this guide, together with some of Lonely Planet's most experienced guidebook researchers. Includes an introduction to Indigenous languages.

Mediterranean Europe

by Daniel Robinson and etc.

Published 22 December 2000

Contains information on: the best places to eat and stay on any budget; a language guide with useful words and phrases in 12 essential languages; all the transport options, from high-speed rail in France to island-hopping in the Aegean; and the nitty-gritty on visas, borders and converting dirhams to drachmas.

Texas

by Rupert Norval Richardson and etc.

Published April 1981

This guide leads travellers deep into the heart of the Lone Star State, and features an introduction to Texas slang, cuisine, and its colourful history. Also includes accommodation options, details on Texas' unique culture, and highlights of all the important attractions.

Micronesia

by Glenda Bendure and Ned Friary

Published April 1988

The fourth edition of Micronesia provides information on the whole of the region including Kiribati and Nauru. It also includes information on local customs, culture, arts and languages and tips on the best diving & snorkelling spots.

Scandinavian and Baltic Europe on a Shoestring

by Glenda Bendure and etc.

Published 28 January 1993

A comprehensive travel guide, covering Denmark, Estonia, the Faroe Islands, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway and Sweden. This third edition of the text has been fully updated and now includes coverage of St Petersburg. Transport, accommodation, eating, language and culture are all detailed as well as outdoor activities. Over 80 city and regional maps, including a colour map of the entire region are featured.

Central America on a Shoestring

by Rob Rachowiecki, Nancy Keller, and Tom Brosnahan

Published 28 February 1992

A paradise of color and climate, Central America is a compelling, fascinating part of the world. Though best known for the turbulent politics of some of its countries, it is an area of magnificent beaches, fascinating relics of Mayan civilization, fine parks and diverse cultures, all covered in this practical guide.

Rajasthan, Delhi and Agra

by Lindsay Brown and Et Al

Published 21 October 2005

Discover Rajasthan, Delhi & Agra
See the Taj Mahal in a new light with a romantic midnight viewing
Appreciate the balance of man and nature at a Bishnoi village
Nibble spicy "bhajia" at Delhi's bustling bazaars
Bat eyelashes with camels at the kaleidoscopic Pushkar Camel Fair
In This Guide
From desert to Delhi: 1000-plus hours of author research, hundreds of train rides, 165 tasty thalis
Brush up on local artistry and pick up shopping tips from the Rajasthan Arts & Crafts chapter
Insightful, all-new Culture and History chapters by a Delhi-based author
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Mexico City

by John Noble and Susan Forsyth

Published 31 May 1998

Includes in-depth coverage of Mexico City's marvellous cultural and art museums; forays into the city's sizzling nightlife; a wide array of dining options for all budgets; excursions to the awesome pyramids at Teotihuacan: and a full calendar of festivals and special events, with hints for how to get the most out of these occasions.