Craig McLachlan

Lonely Planet's Experience Japan travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic country with insider tips from our local experts and handy planning tools so you can create your own unique trip. Discover amazing local experiences, from sampling delicious street food and Japan's finest sake in Takayama's old town, to seeing Kyoto's iconic Golden Pavilion temple, and swimming...

Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides New Zealand is your passport to 38 day trips on two wheels. Use pedal power to see a destination through a new lens by picking a ride that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard. From rail trails to coastal pathways, we cover the country...

Stretch your legs away from the city with Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks Japan and discover 60 easy escapes into nature with maps and directions. Lace up your walking boots and experience the freedom of the great outdoors with trails that range from a couple of hours to a full day. Slip into a free rotemburo (outdoor bath) in the...

Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Pacific Northwest reveals 32 incredible escapes with maps, so you can experience the freedom of the open road. Get ready for a road trip like no other and discover unforgettable drives across the Pacific Northwest. These trips range from 1-day escapes to week-long adventures, featuring experiences such as spotting beautiful waterfalls and hot springs along...

Lonely Planet's Experience Australia is your guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. Marvel at the sunset at Uluru, discover spectacular Sydney Harbour, and dive in the Great Barrier Reef—all guided by local experts with fresh perspectives. Uncover Australia's best experiences and get away from the everyday! Inside Lonely Planet's Experience Australia: Unique experiences to string together an unforgettable trip...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to New Zealand's South Island. Discover popular and off-the-beaten-track experiences from taking New Zealand's most scenic train route, the TranzAlpine, to whale spotting in Kaikoura, and exploring Christchurch's beautifully restored city centre. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's New Zealand's...

Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks New Zealand is your passport to 60 easy escapes into nature. Stretch your legs away from the city by picking a walk that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard. Snake around ancient volcanoes, amble through native bush, and trek alongside river valleys with spectacular...

Lonely Planet's Experience New Zealand travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic country with insider tips from our local experts and handy planning tools so you can create your own unique trip. Discover amazing local experiences from feasting on indigenous Maori foods in the Bay of Plenty, to discovering Auckland's urban thrills atop the Sky Tower and...

Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides Japan is your passport to 40 day trips on two wheels. Use pedal power to see a destination through a new lens by picking a ride that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard. From rail trails to coastal pathways, we cover the country with...

Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Japan reveals incredible escapes—with maps—so you can experience the freedom of the open road. Get ready for a road trip like no other and discover unforgettable drives across Japan that range from 1-day escapes to multi-week adventures. Delight in devouring bowls of hearty ramen and delicious sushi, explore majestic temples and shrines, and immerse yourself...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Hokkaido. Discover Hokkaido's most popular experiences and best-kept secrets: from marvelling at amazing ice sculptures at the Sapporo Snow Festival in February, to exploring the little-known town of Matsumae with its stunning castle surrounded...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Okinawa & the Southwest Islands. Discover Okinawa & the Southwest Islands's most popular experiences and best-kept secrets from heading to Kame Kame, an old-school neighbourhood noodle shop, for a bowl of hearty ramen; to...

Lonely Planet's Journey Shikoku Pilgrimage is the definitive guide to one of the world's great adventures—bringing you closer to the culture, history, and landscapes you'll encounter along the way. Get inspiration, ideas, and planning tips from our experts who have walked every step to uncover unique experiences you can make all your own. Discover magnificent mountain views, see the 'temple...

Whether exploring your own backyard or somewhere new, discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Germany, Austria & Switzerland's Best Trips. Featuring 33 amazing trips, plus up-to-date advice on the destinations you'll visit along the way, you can tour soaring Alps, fairytale castles and world-class wineries - all with your trusted travel companion. Jump in the car,...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to New Zealand. Discover popular and off-the-beaten-track experiences, from relaxing in the calm waters of idyllic Maitai Bay, to exploring Waipoua Forest with Māori guides, and discovering craft beer from around the country on the Auckland Beer Mile. Build a trip to...

Inside Lonely Planet's Experience New Zealand: Unique experiences to string together an unforgettable trip. Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps throughout. Highlights and trip builders to help tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests. Fresh perspectives to surprise you with things you hadn't thought of, as well as fresh takes on the well-known sights. Insider tips help you...

Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks New Zealand is your passport to 60 easy escapes into nature. Stretch your legs outside the city by picking a hike that works for you, from a few hours to a full day, from easy to hard. Climb ancient volcanoes, view amazing vistas, and scale tall mountains. Get to the heart of New Zealand and...

Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks Japan is your passport to 60 easy escapes into nature. Stretch your legs away from the city by picking a walk that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard. Climb Mt Fuji, walk the Tohoku coast, and enjoy the views in Kamikochi. Get to the...

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet’s Pacific Northwest Best Trips. This trusted travel companion features 32 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Cruise the Pacific Coast, the Willamette Valley and the Cascade Mountains - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the Pacific Northwest, rent a car, and hit the road! Inside...