The Rough Guide to the 100 Best Places on Earth 2020 is a celebration of the year's most extraordinary places.

From iconic favourites like the Grand Canyon to up-and-coming destinations like Tbilisi, this stunning photography collection will inspire even the most intrepid traveller. Over 150 high-quality images bring the 100 places to life, spanning atmospheric hilltop pagodas, dramatic mountain scenery, and sparkling urban citiscapes. Lively descriptive text accompanies each entry, capturing the destination's spirit and exactly what makes it so special. Organized geographically by region, the book reaches every corner of the world, with each place carefully selected by Rough Guides' experienced team of authors and editors.

Features of the Rough Guide to the 100 Best Places on Earth
- Uncovers the top places to visit in 2020
- Stylish coffee-table book with more than 150 inspiring photographs
- Employs Rough Guides' "tell it like it is" ethos
- Organised geographically by region
- Carefully curated by Rough Guides' team of expert authors and editors

About Rough Guides:
Rough Guides have been inspiring travellers for over 35 years, with over 30 million copies sold. Synonymous with practical travel tips, quality writing and a trustworthy "tell it like it is" ethos, the Rough Guides list includes more than 260 travel guides to 120+ destinations, gift-books and phrasebooks.


The Rough Guide to the USA's National Parks is a celebration of 62 extraordinary destinations.

Discover the 62 official national parks of the USA with the brand-new Rough Guide to the USA's National Parks, from the iconic favourites of California's Joshua Tree and Yosemite to the vast wildernesses of Alaska's Wrangell-St Elias, the Badlands of South Dakota and the tropical seascape of the US Virgin Islands, by way of otherworldly caves at New Mexico's Carlsbad Caverns and the forests and waterfalls of Virginia's Shenandoah. Dedicated entries on what makes each Park special, including details on its highlights, wildlife and unique natural landscapes are complemented by stunning photography which brings to life the very best of the USA's protected wildernesses. Over 150 high-quality images bring the 62 Parks to life, while evocative descriptive text accompanies each entry, capturing each Park's distinct spirit and exactly what makes it so special. Organized geographically by state, with a brief overview of essential information, the book has been written by one of Rough Guides' expert US authors.
Features of the Rough Guide to the USA's National Parks
- Inspires with focussed coverage of every national park in the USA
- Stylish coffee-table book with more than 150 inspiring photographs
- Employs Rough Guides' "tell it like it is" ethos
- Organised geographically by state

About Rough Guides: Rough Guides have been inspiring travellers for over 35 years, with over 30 million copies sold. Synonymous with practical travel tips, quality writing and a trustworthy "tell it like it is" ethos, the Rough Guides list includes more than 260 travel guides to 120+ destinations, gift-books and phrasebooks.


The Rough Guide to the 100 Best Places on Earth 2022 is a celebration of the year's most extraordinary places.

From iconic favourites like Monument Valley to up-and-coming destinations like the Azores, Portugal, this updated edition of the Rough Guide to the 100 Best Places on Earth will inspire even the most intrepid traveller. With fifty brand new entries, this stunning photography collection spans dramatic mountainscapes, buzzing cities and the atmospheric ruins of past civilizations. Over 150 high-quality images bring the 100 places to life, while lively descriptive text accompanies each entry, capturing the destination's spirit and exactly what makes it so special. Organized geographically by region, the book reaches every corner of the world, with each place carefully selected by Rough Guides' experienced team of authors and editors.'

Features of the Rough Guide to the 100 Best Places on Earth
- Uncovers the top places to visit in 2022
- Stylish coffee-table book with more than 150 inspiring photographs
- Employs Rough Guides' "tell it like it is" ethos
- Organised geographically by region
- Carefully curated by Rough Guides' team of expert authors and editors

About Rough Guides: Rough Guides have been inspiring travellers for over 35 years, with over 30 million copies sold. Synonymous with practical travel tips, quality writing and a trustworthy "tell it like it is" ethos, the Rough Guides list includes more than 260 travel guides to 120+ destinations, gift-books and phrasebooks.


Make the Most of Your Time in Britain is a celebration of the most extraordinary places you can visit in Great Britain.

From historic houses to eccentric festivals, this incredible photography collection features the best things to do, see and experience in Great Britain. High-quality photography brings each place to life, from the seascapes of Cornwall and dazzling northern lights of Scotland to the skiing wonder of Snowdonia in Wales. Lively descriptive text accompanies each entry, which will inspire even the most intrepid traveller, highlighting exactly what makes it so special to visit now. The book reaches almost every corner of Britain, with each place carefully selected by experienced experts and specialists.

Features of Make the Most of Your Time in Britain
- Uncovers the top places to visit in Great Britain
- Stylish coffee-table book with inspirational, high-quality photography
- Employs Rough Guides' "tell it like it is" ethos
- Carefully curated by expert authors and editors

About Rough Guides: Rough Guides have been inspiring travellers for over 35 years, with over 30 million copies sold. Synonymous with practical travel tips, quality writing and a trustworthy "tell it like it is" ethos, the Rough Guides list includes more than 260 travel guides to 120+ destinations, gift-books and phrasebooks.


Rough Guides' bestselling, inspirational travel book, featuring 1000 unique experiences around the globe, is now in its third edition. Make The Most Of Your Time On Earth is the product of the combined travel experience of Rough Guides' authors over the last 30 years, each an expert in his or her own territory. Our authors have cherry-picked their favourite experiences from their travels to inspire yours - making this the perfect book for planning your next big adventure, or just dreaming of future travels.

The third edition has been fully revised, with stunning, brand-new colour photos throughout, and a wealth of new writing, from taking breakfast in a Burmese teahouse to witnessing the world's most intense storms in Venezuela.

Entries are divided into regions, so it's easy to go straight to the part of the world you're interested in, and all the nitty-gritty practical information you'll need to find out more is contained in the "Need to know" sections at the end of each chapter.

Packed full of inspiring ideas and beautiful photography, Make The Most Of Your Time On Earth is pure escapism for active travellers and armchair fantasists alike.

The Rough Guide to the 100 Best Places in the USA champions the country's most spectacular places in a brand-new coffee-table book.

From the USA's compact Northeast region to the scorched open canyons of its Southwest, crossing the Great Lakes, the Plains and the mighty Rocky Mountains, Rough Guides have combed every corner of the country to bring you its most awesome spots. Iconic favourites like New Orleans and Yosemite are joined by up-and-coming hotspots like Detroit and Northern Utah. This staggering photography collection - with more than 150 fabulous images - features spell-binding landscapes, sparkling urban cityscapes and fascinating historic highlights. Text and images combine to give a strong flavour of each destination, including what makes each spot unique and - ultimately - unmissable. Every place has been carefully selected by Rough Guides' dedicated team of expert authors and editors, with the contents helpfully organized geographically by region. With pulsating cities, dramatic mountains, epic roadtrips and quirky culture, the USA might just be as good as it gets.

Features of the Rough Guide to the 100 Best Places in the USA
- Uncovers the top places to visit in the USA
- Stylish coffee-table book with more than 150 inspiring photographs
- Employs Rough Guides' "tell it like it is" ethos
- Organised geographically by region
- Carefully curated by Rough Guides' team of expert authors and editors

About Rough Guides:
Rough Guides have been inspiring travellers for over 35 years, with over 30 million copies sold. Synonymous with practical travel tips, quality writing and a trustworthy "tell it like it is" ethos, the Rough Guides list includes more than 260 travel guides to 120+ destinations, gift-books and phrasebooks.


Experiential travel has always been at the heart of Rough Guides. For over 30 years, our authors have been sharing travel experiences that inspire readers to push themselves out of their comfort zones and to immerse themselves in a destination's culture and traditions.

Rough Guides' bestselling inspirational coffee-table book draws upon the insider knowledge of in-the-know writers to share the 1000 ultimate travel experiences across the globe. Make the Most of your Time on Earth is a handpicked curation of personal recommendations, from retracing Odysseus's footsteps on Mljet and hippo-spotting in the Bijagos Islands, to wild camping on the Arabian Peninsula and defying gravity at China's Hanging Temple. It might even be something as simple as walking among Hockney's landscapes on the Yorkshire Wolds Way, or eating among locals in the perfect setting: the definitive gelato in Rome or a mopane worm in Zimbabwe. Every one is special, and authentic, and - above all - inspiring.

This fourth edition has been fully revised, with a brand-new design and a collection of high-quality colour photographs spanning beautiful national parks, captivating wildlife and dramatic landscapes. Entries are divided into regions, so you can dip in and out of the different parts of the world you're interested in, whether that's a remote island in the Philippines, a stunning Swedish archipelago or an off-the-beaten-track pocket of Saskatchewan. Lively and engaging text captures the essence of the experience, while essential "Need to Know" sections at the end of each chapter make it easy for you to plan your trip.

Packed full of ideas and take-you-there photography, Make the Most of your Time on Earth is pure escapism for active travellers and armchair fantasists alike.

About Rough Guides: Rough Guides have been inspiring travellers for over 35 years, with over 30 million copies sold. Synonymous with practical travel tips, quality writing and a trustworthy 'tell it like it is' ethos, the Rough Guides list includes more than 260 travel guides to 120+ destinations, gift-books and phrasebooks.


Our brand new title The Rough Guide to the A to Z of Travel presents an inspirational range of fascinating places to travel to which suits every type of traveller. Whether you prefer to travel closer to home, or would prefer a holiday that pushes you out of your comfort zone, The Rough Guide to the A to Z of Travel appeals to all types of explorers.

Entries are divided by each letter of the alphabet and will present various options for an enjoyable travel experience. One choice will present a more 'obvious' idea for a city break, while another will suit travellers looking for a holiday further afield and presents the theme of slow travel. The third option will showcase a location closer to home, encouraging sustainable and local travel. There is something for everyone in this beautiful coffee table book which features inspirational photography throughout.

Our exciting new book explores the depths and corners of the world. From the twinkling canals of Amsterdam, to strolling through the cafe-lined boulevards in the capital of Yerevan in Armenia to admiring the pretty Winter Gardens in Aberdeen, indulge in travelling the world in various and exciting ways. It may be the vibrant bazaars of Istanbul that inspire you to get away, or to throw yourself in the alluring culture of Iran and to see what the country is really like behind the headlines, or heading to the unique Garlic Farm of the Isle of Wight to learn more about this flavoursome plant. The experiences and locations are incredibly varied and inspire every type of traveller to explore the globe in unforgettable ways.

About Rough Guides: Rough Guides have been inspiring travellers for nearly 40 years, with over 30 million copies sold. Synonymous with practical travel tips, quality writing and a trustworthy 'tell it like it is' ethos, the Rough Guides list includes more than 260 travel guides to 120+ destinations, gift-books and phrasebooks.