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Lonely Planet Western USA is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Watch Old Faithful blow its top at Yellowstone, take a trolley ride down the streets of San Francisco, or strut down the Las Vegas Strip; all with your trusted travel companion.

Lonely Planet Taiwan is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Walk into a Chinese painting at marble-walled Taroko Gorge, take a scenic climb up Snow Mountain, or soak in a spa at one of Taiwan's myriad hot springs, all with your trusted travel companion.

Lonely Planet USA is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Gaze into the mile-deep chasm of the Grand Canyon, tap into the pulse of iconic cities like New York, or let sultry southern music and food stir your soul; all with your trusted travel companion.

Lonely Planet Italy is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you.

Lonely Planet's Pocket London is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip and what hidden discoveries await you. Rise over the city on the London Eye, uncover the past at Kensington's museums and exploreSoho, Greenwich and the Tower.

Lonely Planet Eastern USA is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Hit the streets of New York City, experience the magic of Walt Disney, or ascend the steps of the Lincoln Memorial; all with your trusted travel companion.

Lonely Planet Texas is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Feast on BBQ brisket, meet real-live cowboys at the state fair, root for the home team at a college football game and visit (so youll always remember) the Alamo; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Texas and begin your journey now!

Lonely Planet Wales is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Uncover history in medieval castles, eat at the countrys best gastro-pubs, or hike the Wales Coast Path; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Wales and begin your journey now!

Lonely Planet Chicago is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Gaze out over the city from the heights of the Willis Tower, chow down on local specialities such as the famed deep-dish pizza, or join the locals at a baseball game; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Chicago and begin your journey now!

Lonely Planet Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Northern Thailand is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Tempt your tastebuds with pho noodle soup in Vietnam, sail past the limestone peaks of Halong Bay, or experience the transcendent tranquility of temples like Angkor Wat; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Northern Thailand and begin your journey now!

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Ukraine is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Descend into catacombs to see mummies in Kyiv, hike to Ukraine's highest peak — Mt.

Lonely Planet Greek Islands is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wander along cobbled footpaths, laze on isolated sandy coves and witness some of the best sunsets in the world; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the GreekIslands and begin your journey now!

Moscow is experiencing a burst of creative energy, evident in all aspects of contemporary culture. Prepare yourself for a distinctively Russian cauldron of artistry and history, nightclubs and vibrant street life.

Full-colour 3D illustrations of the Sagrada Familla and Montijuic. Insider tips on the best tapas bars and Flamenco Clubs, as well as Barcelona's Modernista buildings and cultural scene.

The tantalizing neighborhoods and curious islands that make up Hong Kong are a sensory delight awaiting exploration. Readers will find themselves swaying along on a double-decker tramcar one moment, then cheering with the hordes at the city-centre horse races, or simply gazing out at the magnificent harbor.

No city on earth is more alive than Madrid, a beguiling place whose sheer energy carries a simple message: this city really knows how to live. Anthony Ham, Lonely Planet Writer «Getting you to the heart of a place» Amazing experiences Inspirational images, 3D illustrations, city walks and the best of local knowledge. Plan the perfect trip Planning features and top itineraries give you the freedom to create your ideal trip. Get off the beaten track Our authors uncover local secrets that will make your trip unique.Special features Museo del Prado in 3D Like a Local feature Understand Flamenco Day Trip to Toledo We tell it like it is Our job is to make amazing travel experiences happen. We visit the places we write about each and every edition. We never take freebies for positive coverage, so you can always rely on us to tell it like it is.

Italy, the bel paese (beautiful country), is one of Europe's great seducers. Blessed with an unparalleled cultural heritage, food that's imitated the world over and a landscape that combines Alpine peaks, stunning coastlines and remote wildernesses, it's been beguiling travellers for centuries. And still today it casts a powerful spell.

From the western tip of Sumatra to the eastern edge of Papua, Indonesia offers endless exploration and infinite diversity. This unique land may well be the last great adventure on Earth. Ryan Ver Berkmoes, Lonely Planet Writer «Getting you to the heart of a place» Amazing experiences Inspirational images, destination highlights and the best of local knowledge. Plan the perfect trip Planning features and top itineraries give you the freedom to create your ideal trip. Get off the beaten track Our authors uncover local secrets that will make your trip unique.Special features Outdoor adventures The Environtment Food and Drink We tell it like it is Our job is to make amazing travel experiences happen. We visit the places we write about each and every edition. We never take freebies for positive coverage, so you can always rely on us to tell it like it is.

Discover the freedom of the open road. Loire Valley: Bring history to life with a tour of the region s castles Provence: Discover the finest cuisine and a different pace of life The Alps: Incredible mountain roads and lush valleys 39 amazing road trips inside Inspirational Trip Ideas. 2-day escapes to week-long adventures See it Like a Local. Packed with regional trips and exciting detours Road Trips Made Easy. Maps, detailed directions and expert advice Our Promise You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage so you can rely on us to tell it like it is.

This guide is being relaunched with new features and easier to use layout. It includes illustrated highlights of the Louvre, Notre Dame and Versailles. What's New section keeps repeat visitors up to date on the latest openings and developments in Paris.

We re chuffed to bits to present this tour of Ole Blighty s lingo. It s the dog s bollocks! Try it out on the lads down your local, have a few pints, don t worry about sounding naff — if it all goes pear-shaped, wait for the sound of Oh, bless! as they pat you on the back and buy you another bevvie. Features special section on Welsh, Scottish, Cornish and Scots (Lallans). Lonely Planet's Language & Culture series goes behind the scenes of languages you thought you knew. Get into the culture and humour behind common and not so common English expressions and learn about the local languages that inspired them.

The new series of country guides for the Not For Parents range opens up a world for children to explore and discover. The Not For Parents Great Britain guide is written with a perfect pitch for young readers, the lively stories and spooky histories are illustrated with a perky blend of photos, illustrations and great cartoons.

Tips for first-time visitors to China; recommend itineraries for varied trip lengths; over 100 full-colour pages; pull-out maps; coverage of unforgettable journeys like the Great Wall, cruising the Yangzi River; in-depth background info. on China's art, architect., people, cuisine, religion, beliefs; fact-filled feature on traveling China by train.

Full Colour, pull out sheetmap. Illustrated highlights cover Notre Dame, the Louvre, Versailles, Monte Carlo Casino, Marseilles Vieux Port, Mont St Michel.The plan. section features the following: Top Experiences; Need to Know; What's New; First Time; Month by Month; Itineraries; Eat & Drink Like a Local; Travel w. Children; Regions at a Glance.