Lonely Planet Travel Survival Kit

17 total works

China

by Robert Storey and etc.

Published September 1980

This guidebook disc usses China's political landscape post-Deng and the Hong Kong handover. There is expanded information on history, culture, architecture and arts, with detaile medicine, techniques and therapies.

Papua New Guinea

by Tony Wheeler, Adrian Lipscomb, Rowan McKinnon, and Jon Murray

Published April 1979

Papua New Guinea was one of the last inhabited places on earth to be explored by Europeans. This revised guide offers advice for travellers wanting to explore the landscapes and cultures of this island nation.

Tahiti and French Polynesia

by Tony Wheeler, Jean-Bernard Carillet, and Hilary Rogers

Published 31 January 1997

This guide is full of practical advice on what to see, where to go, local customs and cuisine, where to stay and other useful hints for the traveller. It also offers historical background, including the Bounty mutineers.

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.

Morocco

by Geoff Crowther, Bradley Mayhew, and Jan Dodd

Published 2 February 1970

This guide to Morocco offers insider advice on where to sleep, eat and play and understand Moroccan Arabic, French and Berber. Detailed maps cover medieval medinas, the rugged Atlas Mountains and everywhere between, and where to experience the country's best trekking, bird-watching and surf.

Korea

by Geoff Crowther

Published May 1988

From teeming Seoul in its mountain cradle to remote offshore islands and secluded monasteries, this comprehensive guide will help people discover this land of dramatic beauty.

Myanmar (Burma)

by Tony Wheeler

Published 31 March 1992

Provides accommodation and restaurant options to suit a range of budgets. This guide to Myanmar includes areas opened up to independent travellers, and has a section on ancient temples.

Sri Lanka

by Tony Wheeler

Published February 1980

43 maps, including a colour country map - top spots: romantic ruins, sun drenched beaches & jungle trails - full colour highlights section - special section on Sri Lankan cuisine - extensive, practical information about where to eat, sleep & play - Some of the main reasons visitors are attracted to Sri Lanka are the beaches (including surfing), culture, festivals and scenery. - Muslim traders knew of Sri Lanka as Serendib, from which was derived the word 'serendlpity' - making a happy and unexpected discovery by accident. - The jackfruit tree, common in Sri Lanka, bears fruit up to 30kg - the world's largest fruit.

New Zealand

by Tony Wheeler

Published December 1977

boiling mud pools, eerie volcanic landscapes, giant 1500 year-old trees, mighty glaciers, whale watching and swimming with dolphins, fantastic beaches, wineries, plus some of the finest bush walking in the world! - coverage of popular adventure sports including bungee jumping, the luge, year-round skiing and snowboarding - special focus on Maori culture and the country's outstanding flora and fauna - accommodation options from low cost to luxury

Lonely Planet Thailand

by Joe Cummings and etc.

Published August 1978

our international bestseller updated by a specialist four-author team - new 12-page colour section on Thailand's Highlights - expert coverage of Thailand's fascinating culture, arts & lip-smacking cuisine - tips on the best island retreats & national parks - all place names transcribed into Thai script for easy navigation - Around 5000 'ravers' attend the full moon beach party each month on Ko Pha-Ngan island. - Royal Thai cuisine is the style of food that was traditionally served in the royal court. - Every Thai male is expected to spend some time during his life living as a Buddhist monk.

Britain

by Tony Wheeler and etc.

Published 30 April 1995

Contains 147 maps including full-colour London map section; information on where to stay from B&Bs to Georgian mansions and the best hotels; tells you where to find the best British cuisine and the best pubs; covers all the important museums and sights.

Bali

by Mary Covernton and Tony Wheeler

Published February 1984

With practical advice on a ranges of accommodation and the lowdown on all historical, religious and cultural details, this edition of the book comes with special colour sections on the islands' arts and culinary delights.

Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei

by Geoff Crowther and Tony Wheeler

Published May 1982

Providing maps of cities, towns and rural areas, this guide provides practical details of all aspects of travel in these three independent nations. This fifth edition includes a range of accommodation and restaurant options to suit all budgets.

Australia

by Tony Wheeler

Published May 1983

This new edition of a seminal guidebook to Australia includes all the latest information on the land "down under"--Ayers Rock, the Great Barrier Reef, extraordinary animals, cosmopolitan cities, rainforests, fabulous beaches, and more. "A gold mine of information on Australia".--Los Angeles Times.

Rarotonga and the Cook Islands

by Tony Wheeler

Published December 1986

Essential reading for all visitors, whether you're travelling independently or on a package tour. Includes how best to explore the reefs, jungles and mountains of this beautiful island chainas well as details on how to reach isolated destinations; information on a range of outdoor activities; and a Cook Islands Maori language section.

Karakoram Highway

by John King and Bradley Mayhew

Published August 1989

The Karakoram Highway crosses from western China into Pakistan's rugged north along an ancient network of trade routes known as the Silk Road. This guide contains notes on the history of the region, as well as sections on geology, flora and fauna and cultural considerations. A language section providing useful words and phrases for 10 languages is also included.

Mongolia

by Robert Storey

Published 31 May 1993

Contains the only comprehensive guide to the country; fascinating historical, cultural and political background; special sections on gers and the nadaam festival; how to get around by horse, jeep, minivan, public transport and mountain bike; great accommodation options.