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Includes a dedicated section on things to do for free; Insider tips from local experts for things to see and do; A dedicated section on Budapest's legendary thermal baths, pools and spa hotels; More coverage of the city's restaurant scene, including must-try specialities and how to dine like a local.

The world's best-selling guidebook to the region; The only guide to Thailand's Islands and Beaches that includes a sheet map of Bangkok; More coverage of Phuket and the Andaman coasts than any other guidebook; Food recommendations by celebrity chef David Thomson, author of Thai Food and Thai Street Food;

Summers of endless light balance freezing but magical winters in this, Europe's wild deep north. You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places 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.

Top sight features include Tower of London, British Museum, Tate Modern and more; Local Life features include Soho, Bloomsbury and Greenwich; Best of London chapter breaks up the city by interest; Includes a pull-out map; London was voted within the top ten best destinations in the world by Trip Advisor's Travellers Choice Awards 2011.

A guide to San Francisco city. It includes pull-out and full-colour maps of the city. It provides walking tours that take readers up hills and down hidden alleys throughout the city. It highlights San Francisco's specialities and top restaurants.

The world's best selling guidebook to Nepal, by far; Features practical information on trekking — routes and itineraries, and full-colour Kathmandu maps; The market leader for information on mountain biking, rafting and kayaking in Nepal; Adventure travel is a key growth market, with strong appeal among Europeans, North Americans and Australians.

Number 1 Bestelling Guide to Mexico Above all, Mexico is a delight to the senses spectacular landscapes, warm seas, startlingly colorful art and crafts, music everywhere, and the endlessly varied flavors of its spicy cuisine. JOHN NOBLE, LONELY PLANET WRITER 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. Inside This Book 10,000km of coastline 70 pre-Hispanic ruins 100 food & crafts markets 50 fairs & festivals Inspirational Photos Clear, easy-to-use maps Pull-out city map Guide to ancient Mayan ruins Comprehensive Planning tools In-depth background.

The world's best-selling guide to Colombia; Includes 54 maps — more than any other guidebook; Sophisticated city coverage of artsy Bogota, colonial Cartagena and sizzling Cali; A growth destination — international travel to Colombia was up 9% in 2010.

The clear market leader guide to Iran — substantially longer, with better geographical coverage than the competition; Features a colour planning section; Includes detailed coverage of all key sights, including ancient Persepolis and the architectural wonders of Esfahan.

The best-selling guidebook to Jordan; Practical info on entering Jordan overland; Features an illust. highlight on Petra; A focus on Red Sea Diving, incl. a user-friendly dive sites map; A popular stand-alone dest. for travellers from the UK and Europe, Jordan is also frequently incl. as an ext. on packaged tours in the region, particular to Egypt.

The best-selling guidebook to Sri Lanka; Ext. coverage on areas reopened after the civil war; Sri Lanka's extensive national parks and first-class beaches are popular destinations, especially for British travellers.

The Number 1 Bestselling Guide to New Zealand! Plucked straight from a film set or a coffee-table book of picture-perfect scenery, New Zealand is jaw-droppingly gorgeous. The word Wow! will escape from your lips at least once a day. Charles Rawlings-Way, Lonely Planet Writer 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. Inside This Book Pull-out touring maps 5 authors 26 weeks of on-the-road research 116 maps 59,000 square kms of parks and reserves Inspirational photos Clear, easy-to-use maps Trekking, skiing, and extreme activities feature Comprehensive planning tools In-depth background.

Get Straight To The Heart of the CityTop Sights. The city s must-see sights plus expert advice to make your trip even better.Local Life. Discover how to unlock the city with guides to areas the locals really love.Best of New York. We've found the best walks, food, art, shopping, views, nightlife and more.Includes FREE pull-out map! Plus: Maps for every neighborhood; Walking tours and day planners; Packed with expert travel tips; 100% independent advice.

It is the real, inside story about one of the world's most exciting countries — the United States of America. In this book you'll hear fascinating tales about the Wild West, cockroach races, a massive canyon and weddings in Vegas. Check out cool stories about candy bars and movie stars, beauty queens and blue jeans. You'll find astronauts, gangsters, pilgrims and some amazingly heroic dogs.

Rainforest-covered mountains, coral-fringed islands, heady Highland festivals Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands set the stage for unforgettable adventures. REGIS ST. LOUIS, LONELY PLANET WRITER 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. Inside This Book 41 days of festivals 47 maps 781 bird species 96km of Kokoda Track terrain Inspirational Photos Clear, easy-to-use maps Kokoda Track feature In-depth background Comprehensive planning tools Easy-to-read layout.

Sculpted with skypiercing, moss-green peaks and vivid turquoise lagoons, sultry French Polynesia is a place to take it slow and experience warm, laid-back islands. CELESTE BRASH, LONELY PLANET WRITER 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.

Lonely Planet Boston 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. Trace American history along the Freedom Trail, feel the intensity of Red Sox Nation at Fenway Park, or take an enchanting lantern-lit stroll through Beacon Hill; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Boston and begin your journey now!

In print for 34 years and over 2 million copies sold, no one knows Australia like Lonely Planet... Lonely Planet know where Sydney's best surf beaches are, where to get the best coffee in Melbourne's cobbled lanes, and how to cross the great red plains in a van without getting scorched. Includes new full-colour features on Sydney, the Great Barrier Reef and the Outback. 13 authors, 158 maps, 25,800km of coastline and 1 snake in a canoe. Clear, easy-to-use maps. Comprehensive planning tools. Your Reef Trip feature. “Island, country, continent… Australia sure is a big one! Its essence is diversity: deserts, tropical reefs, towering forests, mountains and multicultural cities” — Charles Rawlings-Way & Meg Worby, Lonely Planet Writers.

Mountains, lakes and deep alpine valleys. Food and wine, and Vienna’s gritty eloquence. Austria has lots of culture to get into, and iconic landscapes for getting away from it all. 3 experienced authors, 5 marmots spotted, 100 days of in-country research, 305 cups of Viennese coffee consumed. At-a-glance practical info and comprehensive planning tools. Clear, easy-to-use maps. Comprehensive outdoor activities chapter.

Welcome to Bali & Lombok, a Place Like No Other. The mere mention of ‘Bali’ evokes thoughts of a paradise. It’s more than a place: it’s a mood, an aspiration, a tropical state of mind. Inside this book... 11 weeks research, 2 expert authors, 62 maps, 308 Bintang beers consumed. 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, and you can rely on us to tell it like we see it.

The only real guide to Central Europe. New fresh design with increased visual appeal and accessibility aided by the use of a clearer layout and two colours throughout. New upfront planning section. Includes illustrated 14 top experiences, detailed itineraries and month-by-month calendar; contains a pull-out map and more maps throughout the book.

Antique yet up-to-the-minute, familiar yet unrecognisable, outwardly urban but quintessentially rural, conservative yet path-breaking, space-age but old-fashioned, China is a land of mesmerising and eye-opening contradictions. Inside this book… 11 intrepid authors,198 maps, 76 temples & monasteries, 100s of noodle spots, Beijing & Hong Kong pull-out map, Special Great Wall feature. You can trust this travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places they write about, each and every edition. They never accept freebies for positive coverage, and you can rely on them to tell it like they see it.

Welcome to France, a country that seduces travellers with its unfalteringly familiar culture woven around café terraces, village-square markets and lace-curtained bistros with their plat du jour (dish of the day) chalked on the board... France is all about world-class art and architecture, Roman temples and Renaissance châteaux, iconic landmarks known the world over, and of course, there's that fine food and wine that woos so many travellers. Inside this book: — Full Colour guide; — 10 months of research in France; — Paris pull-out map; — 13 authors; — 137 clear & easy to use maps; — Thousands of calories consumed. 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, and you can rely on us to tell it like we see it.

From the graceful architecture of Canterbury Cathedral to the soaring ramparts of Edinburgh Castle, via the mountains of Wales or the Roman ruins of Hadrian's Wall, Britain's endless variety is astounding. 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, and you can rely on us to tell it like we see it. Inside This Book: — 441 days of research; — 161 maps; — 8 classic itineraries; — 5000+ years of history; — Inspirational photos; — Clear, easy-to-use maps; — Pull-out city map; — 3D plans of iconic sights; — Comprehensive planning tools; — In-depth background.