Tony Wheeler Books

A travel book that covers New Zealand from a-z facts about the country, facts for the visitor, getting around , and much more.

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.

Fourth edition of a travel guide first published in 1981. This edition has been re-written by three authors not involved in writing the previous editions. Includes expert advice on transport, history, geography and accommodation, with city and district maps, and photographs.

Lonely Planet Southeast Asia on a Shoestring is your essential travel companion, offering the latest advice on maximizing your budget while exploring this vibrant region. Discover the awe-inspiring temples of Angkor at dawn, delve into the colonial history of Penang, or ride the iconic surf breaks of Bali. This guide provides color maps and images, tailored highlights and itineraries, and insider tips to help you navigate like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots. You'll find essential information at your fingertips, including hours of operation, contact details, transit tips, and prices. Enjoy budget-friendly recommendations with honest reviews on dining, accommodations, sightseeing, and hidden gems often overlooked by other guides. Cultural insights enrich your travel experience, covering history, cuisine, and landscapes. With more than 200 maps, this guide encompasses Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, and Vietnam. The eBook version features downloadable PDFs, offline maps, personalized notes, bookmarks, and quick search capabilities. Perfect for both top attractions and off-the-beaten-path adventures, this guide is ideal for curious travelers seeking a deeper understanding of Southeast Asia's diverse cultures.

Papua New Guinea was one of the last inhabited places on earth to be explored by Europeans. This guide, rewritten in this edition by a new author, offers advice for all travellers wanting to explore the landscapes and cultures of this island nation.

Provides details of accommodation, restaurants and a variety of entertainment options on Rarotonga and the other islands in the Cook Islands group. This edition contains information on outdoor activities, such as hiking, caving and watersports.

This is the unique story of Lonely Planet, tracing its foundation in the 1970s through to its present-day global presence and, for the first time, explaining the reasons behind the sale to BBC Worldwide. Full of adventure and discovery, this book provides an insight into the popular travel guidebooks.

Fully revised and updated with dedicated trekking chapter by local trekking specialist, this is a comprehensive and informative guide on the history and environment of Turkey.

Lonely Planet's "Travel Survival Kits" cover one country, or a small group of countries, in depth, with travel and accommodation options to suit a range of budgets. These guides are designed to be easy to use, providing practical travel information in a lively, entertaining style. Features of this series include: cultural and historical background; detailed maps of cities, towns and rural areas; information on getting there and getting around; practical information on every aspect of travel; health and safety advice; information on local cuisine; advice on customs and etiquette; key words, phrases and basic grammar of local languages; and names of places, restaurants and hotels in foreign script where applicable. India is as vast as it is crowded, as opulent as it is squalid, and as lush as it is arid. The fifth edition of this award-winning guidebook contains detailed and up-to-date information that will help travellers survive and enjoy travel in this sometimes difficult, but awe-inspiring country.