We've taken the highlights from the world's best guidebooks and put them together into one 960-page whopper to create the ultimate guide to Earth. User-friendly, in A-Z format, this guide gives a flavour of each country in the world, including a map, travel highlights, info on where to go and how to get around, as well as some quirkier details to bring each place to life. In Lonely Planet's trademark bluespine format, this is the ultimate planning resource. From now on, every traveller's journey should start here... • Nearly 1000 colour photos of must-visit highlights. • More than 200 colour maps. • The guidebook every traveller needs to own.
Australia, situated between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, is rich in rainforest, deserts, and mountains. Geological wonders such as the Uluru, the Outback, or the Great Barrier Reef characterize the country, as do the coastline of dream beaches and surfing paradises with offshore islands. This book shows in over 500 pictures the uniqueness of the animal world above and under water and the untouched nature, and, in addition, the cultural sides of the metropolises including Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, and Canberra.
Complemented by easy-to use, reliable maps, helpful recommendations, authoritative background information, and up-to-date coverage of things to see and do, these popular travel guides cover in detail countries, regions, and cities around the world for travelers of every budget, along with extensive itineraries, maps with cross-referencing to the text, "Top 10" and "Top 5" lists, and other practical features.
Lonely Planet Norway is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Visit Norway's cultural capital, Oslo; hike to breathtaking Pulpit Rock; or savour the high Arctic in Svalbard - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Norway and begin your journey now!
Complemented by easy-to use, reliable maps, helpful recommendations, authoritative background information, and up-to-date coverage of things to see and do, these popular travel guides cover in detail countries, regions, and cities around the world for travelers of every budget, along with extensive itineraries, maps with cross-referencing to the text, "Top 10" and "Top 5" lists, and other practical features.
Lonely Planet's Pocket Madrid is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. View the marvellous frescoes at Plaza Mayor, see Picasso's Guernica at the Reina Sofia and have a picnic in Parque del Buen Retiro - all with your trusted travel companion
Covering travel in Afghanistan, Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and Yemen. This guide includes 130 detailed maps, current political information and suggested itineraries for travel.
Welcome to Australia’s epic centre, the country’s heartland, a wild and beautiful place tamed only by wineries and remote desert trails. Lonely Planet will get you to the heart of South Australia & Northern Territory, with amazing travel experiences and the best planning advice. Lonely Planet South Australia & Northern Territory is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Find ancient rock art in Kakadu National Park, gawk at Uluru, or have a tipple in South Australia’s wine regions; all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely Planet’s South Australia & Northern Territory Travel Guide: • Colour maps and images throughout. • Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests. • Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots. • Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices. • Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss. • Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience – indigenous art and culture, history, wildlife. • Over 30 maps. Coverage Includes: Adelaide, Barossa Valley, Eyre Peninsula, Flinders Ranges, Coober Pedy, Darwin, Kakadu, Arnhem Land, Uluru and more.
This updated edition of the Lonely Planet guide to Madagascar features information on where to whale-watch, trek, dive and swim, details on the national parks and reserves, a full-colour wildlife guide, and a language chapter covering Malagasy and French.
"Kenya is the Africa you always dreamed of. This is a land of vast savannahs, immense herds of wildlife and peoples with proud traditions on the soil where the human race was born." - Anthony Ham, Lonely Planet Writer.
Grand ruins of empire, cities of glass and steel these indisputable treasures of Arabia are easily matched by simple pleasures: a desert breeze, the haunting call to prayer or kahwa (coffee) with strangers. Jenny Walker, Lonely Planet Writer "Getting you to the heart of a place" Amazing experiences Inspirational images, 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.
Lonely Planet Melbourne & Victoria is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Discover Melbourne's laneways and arcades, soak up spectacular scenery along the Great Ocean Road, or enjoy food, wine and the great outdoors in one of Victoria's goldfield-era country towns.
From silent contemplation in the world-famous Prado to the explosion of nocturnal revelry on the city's streets, this indispensable guide will lead you to the heart of the action in Spain's vibrant capital. * 16-page full-colour map section * from tapas to tripe : eateries serving all manner of madrileño meals * pensiones, apartments and palaces : accommodation to suit all budgets * detailed coverage of the city's renowned nightlife meeting the matadors : special section on bullfighting * day trips to Toledo, Cordoba, Segovia and the Sierra
What Will Your Madrid Encounter Be?...tucking in to just one more plate of tapas in La Latina (p62)...maxing out your credit card in Salamanca's designer boutiques (p19)...brushing up on your Velazquez in the Museo del Prado (p12)...making like a genuine Madrileno over a glass of vermut in Casa Alberto (p75)...watching Real Madrid's galacticos knock one in the back of the net at the Bernabeu (p20)...hitting the bars at midnight...hitting your bed at dawn (p138)Discover Twice the City in Half the Time......full-color pull-out map and detailed neighborhood maps for easy navigation...our resident author recommends the very best sights, restaurants, shops and entertainment...unique itineraries and highlights help you make the most of a short trip...Madrid experts share their tips on the from a top designer's favorite restaurant to a local actress's shopping suggestions
"The smell of orange blossom, the lilt of a flamenco guitar, the taste of dry sherry; memories of Andaluc a stay with you like collected souvenirs, begging you to return." Brendan Sainsbury, Lonely Planet Writer.
The best guide to the region on the market; Including a detailed section to help travellers plan their dive trips; Features a full-colour section on the best sights and cultural experiences.
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.
Lonely Planet Best of Scandinavia is your passport to the most relevant, up-
to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you.
Gaze in wonder at the aurora borealis in Finland, sail Norway's majestic
fjords, and shop the best of Scandinavian design in Stockholm - all with your
trusted travel companion.
Experience the best of Botswana & Namibia with Lonely Planet - the oldest rust-red desert in the world, parks teeming with wildlife and the emerald-green waterways of the Okavango Delta. Whether you want to explore the Skeleton Coast or relax at a luxury safari lodge, our 2nd edition has it covered. Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip. In This Guide: National Parks chapter to help you plan the perfect safariWildlife chapter written by a natural-history expertGreen Index helping you to travel sustainably
Spain's remarkable history is explored, along with coverage of Spanish food, the arts, and festivals. This long-awaited guide includes up-to-date travel information for all budgets on places to stay, eat, and be entertained along with insider information on Madrid, Spain's exciting capital, and Barcelona, its most cosmopolitan and stylish city. color photos. 90 maps.
Relax on the secluded beaches of Cap Serrat, bargain for handicrafts in Tunis' bustling medina, follow in the footsteps of Hannibal, venture into the vastness of the Sahara on a camel safari - this comprehensive guide will be your essential companion in one of the region's friendliest countries.
Features Madrid plus day trips to Toledo, Avila, Segovia, Aranjuez, Chinchon, Alcala de Henares, Sierra de Guadarrama, Sierra Pobre, San Lorenzo de El Escorial and Valle de los Caidos. Contains a perfect mix of the iconic sights and local bars, restaurants, galleries and shops to let you enjoy this vibrant Spanish capital
Be inspired by the adventure of Morocco - take a camel trek through the Sahara, hunt out bargains in an exotic souq, soak up the buzz of Marrakesh then catch some waves off a pristine Atlantic beach. Experience the colour, life and lure of the Maghreb with our comprehensive guide.* Detailed Trekking chapter features Morocco's mountain highlights* Color chapter highlighting businesses and organizations innovating for sustainable travel* Interviews with residents in every destination chapter give insights into life in Morocco, plus tips on the local favorites
Lonely Planet Slovenia 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. Marvel at Joze Plecnik's wondrously decorative architecture in Ljubljana, climb to the top of Mt.Triglav, or eat fresh seafood on the Piran harbour.
Lonely Planet's Pocket Barcelona is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-
date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you.
Wander along La Rambla and through the lanes of the Barri Gotic, marvel at the
detail of La Sagrada Familia, and sip cava and sample endless varieties of
tapas - all with your trusted travel companion.
Eat & Drink Like a local ; Guide to getting off the beaten track ; Outdoor activities feature. The ever popular star of the Mediterranean, Mallorca has a sunny personality thanks to its ravishing beaches, azure views, remote mountains and soulful hill towns.
This comprehensive companion, now in its third edition, provides essential pretrip planning advice, regional overviews with maps and itineraries, and practical resources for finding work abroad. Now in full colour packed with inspirational images.
This guide to Jordan features: the low-down on outdoor activities; expanded coverage of major sights; coverage of archaeological sights; an Arabic language chapter; and advice on the best places to stay and eat on any budget.
Presents a budget guide to the continent, offering maps, advice on visas, border crossings, travel routes, accommodations, restaurants, and discussing the history, politics, culture, and environment of the region.
Experience the best of West Africa with Lonely Planet. With our 7th edition you'll discover the varied landscapes of this fascinating region - take a slow boat to Timbuktu, camp under the Sahara's starry skies, hike through ancient Dogon Country, discover Côte d'Ivoire's cosmopolitan Abidjan and kick-back on Ghana's palm-fringed beaches. Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip.
Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Great Britain's Best Trips. This trusted travel companion features 36 amazing road trips, from 3-day escapes to 3-week adventures. Wind through majestic Welsh mountains, visit quaint English villages, and cruise grand Scottish moors. Get to Great Britain, rent a car, and hit the road!
Sunscreen: check! Surf gear: check! Lonely Planet: check! Make the great Aussie pilgrimage up the eastern seaboard - sun-kissed realm of beaches and buzzing cities, wilderness and wildlife, country retreats and wineries. Our definitive guidebook gives you detailed regional coverage for the perfect coastal odyssey.Cruise The Coast - coverage of the best beaches from St Kilda Esplanade to the Great Barrier Reef, and beyondEmbrace The Outdoors - whether it’s boating or bungee jumping, cycling or surfing, we’ll help you to an adrenaline highSuss Out The Cities - inside information on how to make the most of magical Melbourne, sassy Sydney and breezy BrisbaneTaste The Tucker - freshly shucked rock oysters, snags sizzling on the barbie or fresh mangoes, whatever you fancy, we’ll have you salivatingGo Your Own Way - 95 maps to help you navigate from sports event to market to beach, and detours to escape the crowds
Describes points of interest and itineraries for each region of Australia, and recommends hotels, restaurants, sights, historic landmarks, and entertainment.
Lonely Planet Scandinavia is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date
advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Sail
Norway's fjords or hike miles and miles of wilderness, stare in wonder at the
aurora borealis, and sink back into Iceland's geothermal pools amidst mind-
bending scenery - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of
Scandinavia and begin your journey now!
Stockholm-Rundgänge, Tipps fürs Wandern, Nordlichtern auf der Spur
304 pages
11 hours of reading
Schweden ist einfach unwiderstehlich: 450000 Quadratkilometer Flüsse und Seen, Berge und Wälder, Strände und Inseln hoch im Norden. Einzigartige Erlebnisse: Nichts verpassen mit den Empfehlungen unserer Autor:innen. Perfekte Planung: Routen- und Tourenvorschläge für eine einfache Reiseplanung. Neue Wege gehen: Entdeckungen abseits ausgetretener Pfade für eine unvergessliche Reise. Plane deine individuelle Reise: Per Kanu unterwegs auf dem Dalsland-Kanal, S. 156. Kulinarische Vielfalt in Stockholm, S. 61. Im Norden Schwedens durch die Wildnis fahren S. 236. Am Siljansee die Sonnenwende feiern, S. 108.
Různorodá krajina severního Španělska vzrušuje lidskou duši. Pyreneje a Picos de Europa se co do krásy mohou rovnat ostatním evropským pohořím. Oblast divokých útesů na pobřeží Atlantiku patří k nejhezčím vyhlídkovým trasám v Evropě. Přidejte snové kulinární zážitky, elektrizujícínoční život a neopakovatelnou architekturu a máte namíchaný koktejl, kterému nelze odolat. Tato kniha zahrnuje: 4 nadšené autory 7 národních parků 24 restaurací oceněných michelinskou hvězdou desítky kouzelných výhledů – inspirativní fotografie – přehledné mapy – srozumitelné a praktické informace – všestranné podklady pro plánování cesty – samostatná kapitola o španělské kuchyni
Vášnivé, kultivované a oddané své představě o dobrém životě – takové je Španělsko. Může se zdát jednotvárné, je však zemí, která je rozmanitější než všechny vaše představy o ní.
Tato kniha zahrnuje:
5 nadšených autorů
7 národních parků
307 dnů barvitých festivalů
stovky písečných pláží
– inspirativní fotografie
– přehledné mapy
– srozumitelné a praktické informace
– všestranné podklady pro plánování cesty
– samostatná kapitola o španělské kuchyni
Cestovatele, kteří zavítají do severoitalské jezerní oblasti, přivítá téměř středomořský výtrysk barev: zahrady plné kamélií, oleandrů a palem lemující blankytně modrá jezera. Nelze nepodlehnout.“
S tímto průvodcem z proslulé edice Lonely Planet se dostanete přímo k srdci země!
– Úžasné zážitky – inspirativní fotografie, informace o aktivitách a nejzajímavější místa
– Naplánujte si dokonalý výlet – užitečné tipy na cestu a nejlepší navrhované trasy vám dávají možnost sestavit si cestu podle vlastních představ
– Mimo vyšlapané cesty – naši autoři pro vás odhalují skrytá místa, čímž vám pomáhají zažít něco jedinečného a neopakovatelného
Zvláštní kapitoly:
– co je nového?
– pijte a jezte jako místní
– doporučené trasy autem
– cestování s dětmi
Valný kapesní společník na vašich cestách. Kam se vydat: Úchvatné památky, strhující přírodní krásy a pulzující místa v poutavých textech s mapami a inspirativními snímky. Aktivity a zábava: Sportovní a kulturní tipy, dětské atrakce, typické místní produkty a suvenýry. Historie a kultura: Klíčové události, dědictví a hodnoty promítnuté do současného života. Dobré rady: Co ochutnat, kde se občerstvit a ubytovat; jak si užít cestu bez problémů a co dělat, když nastanou.