Charlotte Beech Books

A contributing author on numerous Lonely Planet guidebooks, Charlotte Beech offers a summary of her travel knowledge and insider tips to help the novice traveler with travel planning, arranging accommodations, avoiding common pitfalls, and enjoying any type of travel

Discover Portugal's rugged natural beauty and rich cultural heritage with this informative and practical guide. Whether you yearn to get off the beaten track in the Parque Nacional da Peneda-Geres, wander the narrow lanes of the Moorish quarter in Moura, laze on a golden beach in the Algarve or party till dawn at Lisbon's colourful Festas dos Santos Populares -- this book covers it all. -- 72 maps, including full-colour country map -- illustrated guide to Portugal's varied architectural styles -- wide range of accommodation options from rural cottages to medieval castles -- the latest on clubs, bars and live music venues in Lisbon and Porto -- practical tips on everything from cybercafes to travel with kids -- handy language chapter and glossary

Climb the rocky spires of Torres del Paine, salsa all night in sizzling Santiago, explore the world’s driest desert or follow Che’s tracks through the Lakes District. Whether you’re looking to brave the wilderness or wind through the wine country, our best-selling, opinion-packed Chile guide will take you to the end of the world…and back.Head South – expanded coverage of adventure paradise Patagonia, with side trips to Argentina.Raise A Glass – discover Chilean wine with our intoxicating primer by a Colchagua Valley vintner.Play Hard – sand-board desert dunes, paddle through ice-carved fjords or ski still-smoking volcanoes with our dedicated Outdoors chapter.Rest Easy – accommodations for every budget, from rustic mountain refugios and homey hospedajes to luxurious retreats and high-rise hotels.Live It Up – enjoy gourmet meals and top-notch culture in Santiago, uncover Valparaíso’s bohemian charms or sunbathe on Arica’s plentiful beaches.

Cestovní příručka s množstvím praktických informací pro turisty a podrobný průvodce po zajímavých místech Peru včetně orientačních map, plánků a fotografií.