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"Soaring alpine peaks, misty fjords and a ruggedly beautiful coastline provide the South Island with a compelling backdrop for outdoor adventure and activities, and a surprising food and wine scene." Brett Atkinson, Lonely Planet Writer.
"Infused with a resurgent Maori culture, big and bold volcanic activity, and the cosmopolitan urban cool of Auckland and Wellington, the North Island is a vibrant and versatile destination."- Brett Atkinson, Lonely Planet Writer.
Discover New Zealand travel guide Lonely Planet Travel guide 2012-11-01 Charles Rawlings-Way, Peter Dragicevich, Sarah Bennett, Lee Slater, Brett Atkinson Nov 2012 Geothermal Rotorua, scenic Queenstown, vibrant Auckland – we’ve selected the most iconic sights and incredible places so you can enjoy the real New Zealand with the minimum of fuss. - all the must-see sights and unmissable experiences - colour-coded design makes it easy to find what you need – no matter what your budget - local experts recommend what not to miss - itineraries make planning your trip simpler than ever - pull-out map puts the roads of New Zealand in your pocket
This guide to Sri Lanka provides practical information on most aspects of travel, including health and safety advice, information on local cuisine, advice on customs and etiquette, historical and cultural information, and maps.
Nobody knows New Zealand like Lonely Planet, and our 1st edition to its show-stopping South Island brings you the best of the Kiwi adventure. Whether that's tramping in Fiordland, washing down oysters with wine in Marlborough, skiing the slopes around Queenstown, or taking a city break in Christchurch - you decide.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: New guide covering national parks, farmstays, wineries, galleries and more In depth coverage of outdoor activities Green Index to help make your travels ecofriendly
What Will Your Prague Encounter Be? ...strolling through a maze of winding cobbled lanes and baroque houses (p11) ...swigging luxuriously smooth Czech lager in a local beer hall (p15; p152) ...surrounding yourself with weird and wonderful Cubist interior design - a uniquely Czech diversion (p24) ...humming arias as you linger on Charles Bridge at dawn (p12) ...joining the unpretentious club scene, then feeding your hangover fried cheese and potato pancakes (p154) ...steadying yourself atop Prague's fairy-tale Castle, 96 sky-piercing meters up (p10) Discover Twice the City in Half the Time... ...full-color pull-out map and detailed neighborhood maps for easy navigation ...our discerning author dishes up the best of the city's sights, restaurants, nightlife, coffeehouses and more ...themed walking tours uncover neighborhood secrets ...locals share their insights: meet a Czech design specialist, artists, an avid clubber and an award-winning brewer
This guide contains driving itineraries covering a range of regions in New Zealand. It also includes information on places to sleep and eat on the road
South-East Asia is an incredible region for independent travel, and this is the guidebook that started it all. The 'Yellow Bible' made its reputation for reliable, off-the-beaten-track budget travel advice 25 years ago - this 10th edition remains the best, most comprehensive guide to an incomparable region. • visit Myanmar's dazzling Shwedagon Paya at dawn • check out the bargains at Chiang Mai's best Thai fabric market • ride an elephant at a Cambodian hill tribe village • sample Beerlao on the Mekong River in Vientiane, Laos • chow down at a hawker's stall, then bop till you drop at a disco in Singapore • recover with a 'hangover breakfast' on a fine Philippines beach • go diving or snorkelling and watch the sun set over the Lombok Strait • spend the night at a traditional Dayak longhouse in Malaysia
Europe's capital of quirkiness is a living gallery of the gothic and baroque, where the ghosts of Dvorak and Kafka haunt grand cafes, bohemian bars and smoky jazz joints. Neil Wilson, Lonely Planet Writer Our PromiseYou can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition.
The sun shows up here first for a reason. Come for bracing light or caverns underground, glacial valleys or black volcanic sand. Tour every landscape on earth, all rolled into one country. Dig for pipis on the beach, or sample oysters on a platter. Savour solitude with a view, or city culture. Things are never just black and white in New Zealand.Stick Out Your Tongue taste the freshest seafood, world-class wines, or the best lamb roast there is.Roll Your Eyes yet another magnificent view of mystical mountains, braided river plains or calming coastlines.Slap Your Thighs a good time’s easy to find, from happening Auckland to waterfront Wellington.Stand Up Proud and experience Maori culture firsthand: take part in a powhiri, or fill your puku at a hangi.Run At It Shouting bungy jump, sea kayak, surf, trek and hit the white water with the best of them.
Travel guides explore countries, regions and cities in depth and for every budget, with reliable, easy-to-use maps, first-hand recommendations, well-researched background information and thorough, up-to-date coverage of all the sights -- on and off the beaten track. There are more than 230 titles in this classic series covering nearly every country in the world.-- how to survive a cyclo ride, escape to the cool comfort of a highland retreat or be hip in Ho Chi Minh City-- accommodation options, from Mekong Delta homestays to Hanoi highrises-- the scoop on Vietnam's gastronomic delights and the lowdown on how to eat them-- a handy guide to essential local lingo
Travellers have been captivated by Turkey's spectacular sights and cultural riches for centuries. Hunt for bargains in the bazaars, pamper yourself in a Turkish bath, discover the lunar landscape of Cappadocia and explore the beautifully preserved ruins of Ephesus. Trusted by so many for so long, this best-selling guide leads the way. • 110 detailed maps, including full-colour country map • practical guide to buying Turkish carpets • essential information on visas, health and local transport • hundreds of recommendations on where to stay and eat, for all budgets • illustrated food section, plus handy menu translator • comprehensive language chapter
Discover Tasmania Find your own private place to witness winter surf pound the east coast's dramatic beaches Get in on the secret of one of the state's least-visited national parks Get a lungful of what scientists have declared the cleanest air in the world, near Woolnorth Make a foodie pilgrimage to King Island for some of Australia's best cheeses in a pristine, wild setting In This Guide Three authors, 1440 hours on the road, seven close encounters with wombats Color Highlights chapter for travelers, by travelers Handy GreenDex for locating ecofriendly accommodation, activities and more
Travel Discover Europe Travel Guide. Experience the best of Europe. Make the most of your trip abroad Lonely Planets full color Discover guides highlight the best a destination has to offer while still providing an authentic and memorable experience. Discover Europe Travel Guide Full of color images and maps makes planning as inspiring as the journey itself Color-coded navigation Easy-to-use tools Color-coded chapters and thumb tabs, dynamic color spreads on major highlights Easy-to-read planning sections throughout Highlights - Special front-of-book chapter on the top 25 cant-miss experiences Features the must-see attractions and unbeatable experiences Focuses on key countries, cities and regions Itineraries - Continent-wide itineraries take you step by step through the continent broken out by interest, theme and length of trip Country and Region-specific itineraries help you plan more deeply for the area you are most interested in Local Experts - Major attr
Discover Malta & GozoSavor a glass of limuncell after a day climbing the steps and tracing the ramparts of Valletta.Let your hair down in the Paceville party zone or at Rabat's open-air nightclubs.Scratch your head and ponder the who, what, when, and why of prehistoric temples.Hire a centuries-old farmhouse for poolside R&R in a sleepy Gozitan village.In This GuideOne author, one fireworks festival, one serious Eurovision disappointment, 10 boat rides, 12 pastizzi, no rabbits harmed in the making of this book.Diving & Snorkeling chapter highlights all the best dive spots.
Discover the best destinations and experiences around the globe for 2015! Drawing on the expertise and passion of Lonely Planet's staff, authors, and online community, this guide offers a year’s worth of travel inspiration that promises unforgettable adventures. Each featured location has undergone a rigorous selection process to earn a spot on Lonely Planet's prestigious Best in Travel list, now in its 10th edition. Highlights include the top 10 countries, regions, and cities to visit, along with the best travel experiences for the year ahead. Explore 16 curated travel lists that provide fresh perspectives for your adventures, and check out over 35 events organized month by month in the 2015 travel planner. Since its inception in 1973, Lonely Planet has established itself as the leading travel guide publisher, offering comprehensive guidebooks, an award-winning website, and a suite of digital travel products. With a mission to help curious travelers connect with the world, Lonely Planet continues to inspire generations on how to explore and experience diverse cultures. Recognized with the TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards 2012 for Favorite Travel Guide, Lonely Planet is an essential resource for travelers everywhere.
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.
Culturally enriching travels are made easier with a comprehensive collection of essential phrases and vocabulary tailored for the Middle East. This phrasebook and dictionary aids in navigating conversations, whether asking for directions to iconic sites like the Pyramids or discussing history at Jerusalem's Dome of the Rock, ensuring a more immersive travel experience.
Discover the freedom of open roads with Lonely Planet New Zealand’s South Island Road Trips, your passport to uniquely encountering New Zealand’s South Island by car. Featuring four amazing road trips, plus up-to-date advice on the destinations you’ll visit along the way, you can enjoy whale watching along the Kalkoura Coast or absorb stunning lake scenery at Milford Sound, all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely Planet New Zealand’s South Island Road Trips: • Lavish colour and gorgeous photography throughout. • Itineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored routes for your needs and interests. • Get around easily - easy-to-read, full-colour route maps, detailed directions. • Insider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roads. • Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices. • Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss. • Useful features - including Detours, Walking Tours and Link Your Trip. Covers: Christchurch, Canterbury, Marlborough, Queenstown, Wanaka, Blenheim, Nelson, Kalkoura Coast, Southern Alps, Milford Sound, Te Anau, and more.
This guide contains regional highlight and practical advice, detailed coverage of destinations visited along the way and a full-colour pull-out driving map
Etliche Monate Recherche stecken im Kultreiseführer für Individualreisende. Autoren geben sachkundige Hintergrundinfos zum Reiseland, liefern Tipps und Infos für die Planung der Reise, beschreiben alle interessanten Sehenswürdigkeiten mit aktuellen Öffnungszeiten und Preisen und präsentieren ihre persönlichen Entdeckungen und Tipps. Und auch Globetrotter, die abseits der ausgetretenen Touristenpfade unterwegs sein möchten, kommen auf ihre Kosten. Für jedes Reiseziel gibt es eine Auswahl an Unterkünften und Restaurants für jeden Geschmack und Geldbeutel. Abgerundet wird der Guide durch Übersichts- und Detailkarten und einem Farbkapitel zu den Top- Highlights. Der Lonely-Planet-Reiseführer ist ehrlich, praktisch, witzig geschrieben, liefert inspirierende Eindrücke und Erfahrungen und macht Lust auf Land und Leute. Ob Backpacker, Pauschalreisender oder 5- Sterne-Tourist - mit dem Lonely Planet im Rucksack oder Handschuhfach sind Sie bestens gerüstet.
Con una oferta de ocio que parece infinita, Nueva York ofrece una gran variedad de experiencias para todos los viajeros. Epicentro de las artes , capital comercial y gastronómica y a la vanguardia de las nuevas tendencias , en la Gran Manzana siempre hay algo nuevo que hacer y un rincón secreto para descubrir . Desde pasear por el puente de Brooklyn y observar la Estatua de la Libertad , hasta sentarse y tomar algo en bares y cafés históricos o asistir a espectáculos de Broadway , el viajero podrá zambullirse en la ciudad que nunca duerme con esta guía Lonely Planet , y aprovechar al máximo este increíble destino.
Mit dem Lonely Planet Australien auf eigene Faust durch Down Under. Etliche Monate Recherche stecken im Kultreiseführer für Individualreisende. Auf mehr als 1200 Seiten geben die Autoren sachkundige Hintergrundinfos zum Reiseland, liefern Tipps und Infos für die Planung der Reise, beschreiben alle interessanten Sehenswürdigkeiten mit aktuellen Öffnungszeiten und Preisen und präsentieren ihre persönlichen Entdeckungen und Tipps. Auch Globetrotter, die abseits der ausgetretenen Touristenpfade unterwegs sein möchten, kommen auf ihre Kosten. Fahren Sie abseits der Straßen mit einem Geländewagen zur Nordspitze der Insel, erleben Sie Tropenidylle beim Inselcamping oder machen Sie eine Radtour durch das Outback. Wo übernachten und essen? Für jedes Reiseziel gibt es eine Auswahl an Unterkünften und Restaurants für jeden Geschmack und Geldbeutel. Abgerundet wird der Guide durch Übersichts- und Detailkarten, einem Farbkapitel zu den 25 Top- Highlights Australiens, einer anschaulichen 3D-Darstellung von Sydney Harbour, Themen-Specials, Reiserouten, fundierte Hintergrundinformationen und - damit Sie gut durch´s Land kommen - einen Sprachführer. Der Lonely-Planet-Reiseführer Australien ist ehrlich, praktisch, witzig geschrieben und liefert inspirierende Eindrücke und Erfahrungen. Ob Backpacker, Pauschalreisender oder 5- Sterne-Tourist - mit dem Lonely Planet im Rucksack, Handschuhfach oder Satteltasche sind Sie garantiert bestens gerüstet.
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