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From the bright blue hues of Jodhpur, Rajasthan's medieval metropolis, to the deep purples of Provence's lavender fields, discover the world through a stunning collection of photographs with the first and only travel guide by colour palette. This inspiring book features 400 photographs of amazing destinations and events across a plethora of vivid shades. From the deep reds of Tambopata...

Come and see where the world's coolest stuff is, from exploding volcanoes to venomous animals and mysterious lost cities! Want to know where you can see sharks, shooting stars, dinosaur fossils, giant waterfalls and rockets taking off? This epic guide will show you some of the most amazing places, creatures and experiences on the planet, all linked together through awesome...

Full steam ahead! From underground trains, luxury safari trains and speedy Japanese Shinkansen trains, explore every different type of train available in this colourful book for very young children (aged 0-2), as well as railway stations, the history of trains and much more. With eye-catching illustrations and easy-to-read text, this is an engaging introduction for little train-lovers. Starting with the...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Morocco. Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from hopping between the food stalls at Djemaa El Fna for snails, grills, fried fish, and meat stew, to taking a two-day excursion into the Sahara with camels, and trekking around Jebel...

Meet brave princesses, kind giants, magical elves, and vengeful serpents in this beautifully illustrated collection of traditional tales from around the world. From African animal fables to Native American trickster tales, curious readers will find 20 spellbinding retellings of ancient stories from across the continents. Take a peek into the memories, fears, and dreams of the people who first told...

Take a deep dive into the aquatic world to see sealife as you've never seen it before. Ocean by ocean and sea by sea, readers will discover all the amazing animals that inhabit this watery landscape, from ferocious sharks and giant whales to multicoloured tropical fish, long-legged squid, and strange bioluminescent creatures that glow eerily in the ocean depths. Beautiful...

Who's the biggest smarty pants in your family? Find out with Lonely Planet Kids Brain Teasers on the Go, a selection of puzzles, challenges and games suitable for all members of the family. With 40 reusable wipe-clean cards and an erasable pen, this fun addition to Lonely Planet Kids is perfect for long car journeys, quick trips to the shops,...

The world’s top 500 food experiences – ranked! We asked the planet’s top chefs, food writers, and our food-obsessed authors to name their favourite, most authentic gastronomic encounters. You’ll discover the planet’s most thrilling and famous culinary experiences, the culture behind each one, what makes them so special, and why the experience is so much more than what’s in the...

Lonely Planet's Madagascar is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Spot chameleons and lemurs in national parks, haggle like a local in Antananarivo, and snorkel incredible coral reefs; get close to gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda; all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely...

Lonely Planet's Borneo is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Dive with sea turtles on the Semporna Archipelago, visit the water village of Kampung Ayer, or hang with the orangutans at Tanjung Puting National Park; all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely Planet's Borneo...

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Italy's Best Road Trips. This trusted travel companion features 40 amazing drives, from 3-day escapes to 3-week adventures. Feel inspired by the Tuscan landscape, gaze across the Amalfi Coast, and take in the majesty of the Dolomites. Get to Italy, rent a car, and hit the road! Inside Lonely Planet's...

Lonely Planet's South India and Kerala is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Swim on the sandy beaches of Goa, explore the temples of Hampi, and spot tigers in the south; all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely Planet's South India and Kerala Travel...

The latest in our How... series takes to the waves to reveal the wonders of ships, boats and ferries and answers the questions of how they do what they do, what they're used for and how they have changed over time. Featuring fantastic artwork by celebrated illustrator James Gulliver Hancock, words by author Clive Gifford and loads of flaps to...

The ultimate introduction to rocks, minerals, and gemstones for kids - and grown-ups too! What are rocks? How do fossils form? Are rocks different across the world? The Rocks Book has all the answers for curious readers, budding geologists - and petrologists! Learn about rocks from space, tips on how to collect rocks sustainably, and discover an epic directory of...

Get your fill of feline facts in this definitive guide to cats from around the world with amazing illustrations and claw-some profiles and features! Large continent maps show the origin of 100 fascinating breeds including the fluff-tastic ragamuffin and hairless sphynx. Plus, get the lowdown on each cat's unique skills and find fact-packed spreads about cats in ancient Egypt, courageous...

Lonely Planet's Italian Phrasebook and Dictionary is your handy passport to culturally enriching travels with the most relevant and useful Italian phrases and vocabulary for all your travel needs. Order an espresso like a local, ask shopkeepers about the latest fashions, and bargain at the market; all with your trusted travel companion. Get More From Your Trip with Easy-to-Find Phrases...

In this Australia and New Zealand follow-up to our original Wine Trails, we introduce secret gems in destinations such as the Clare Valley, Margaret River, Hawkes Bay, Tamar Valley, Matakana, and Marlborough. In-the-know, regional wine experts introduce each destination. Winemakers offer personal insights into which wines to taste. Features detailed itineraries and the best places to stay.

Unearth our ancient world, continent by continent, with this amazing kids atlas. Explore over 40 historical cultures, societies and civilizations from across the planet. Mind-blowing maps bring history to life and show the rise and fall of mighty empires over time. Plus, discover where the remains of our planet's ancient history can be found today! From the Persian Empire to...

The latest title in the popular 'How Things Work' series will make the ordinary seem extraordinary. Featuring the beautifully detailed illustrations of James Gulliver Hancock, How Everything Works takes a close-up look at the world around us to examine well-known, everyday environments and reveal how all the various objects and machines found there operate. Full-page gatefolds showcase large, dense scenes,...

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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to New Zealand's North Island. Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from discovering Napier's beautiful art deco architecture, to kayaking down the history-making Whanganui River, and relaxing on sweeping beaches in the Coromandel Peninsula. Build a trip to remember with...

Get ready to travel across the world and back into history, to meet some of the world's greatest explorers in this big fun, fully illustrated reference book. Readers will learn about both famous—and these days sometimes controversial—names, such as Columbus, Magellan, and Roald Amundsen, plus little-known ones, from a broad range of cultures and backgrounds. These include Jeanne Bare, the...

Get ready for a walking tour like no other – all from the comfort of your sofa! This seriously streetwise guide is packed with themed trails, from food and festivals to music, art, and sport, that reveal amazing facts and intriguing tales you won’t find on the tourist routes. In City Trails: Barcelona and City Trails: Singapore, join Lonely Planet...

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...

Packed with puzzles, riddles, dingbats, and more, this fun and challenging companion to Boredom Buster and The Round the World Quiz Book will test the whole family. Travel-themed, it’s perfect for car journeys, holidays, and rainy days. Puzzles increase in difficulty throughout the book, keeping kids occupied on both short and long trips. It also helps to develop logic and...

All aboard! From the fastest to the longest, the oldest to the newest, through tunnels, across bridges and up mountainsides, take a fascinating ride through the world of trains in this brilliant new book from illustrator James Gulliver Hancock. In this follow-up to How Cities Work and How Airports Work, young readers travel through history and around the world to...

Pit your worldly wits against family and friends, or just challenge yourself, with this ultimate travel trivia crossword book. With head-scratching questions on everything from geography and culture to history, wildlife and transport, it's a fun and challenging test for all ages and the perfect addition to any trip. With 200 cryptic crosswords, ranging from day-tripper (easy) to daredevil (cryptic)...

Lonely Planet Fiji by Anirban Mahapatra, Chantae Reden, and Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveals all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Fiji. Discover popular and off-the-beaten-track experiences from snorkelling with blacktip and whitetip reef sharks in Kuata, to hiking the wilderness trail of Lavena Coastal Walk to find beautiful hidden beaches, and visiting...

Lonely Planet's Southern Italy is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Explore the ghostly ruins of Pompeii, go island-hopping around the stunning Aeolian Islands and marvel at the beauty of Capri; all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely Planet's Southern Italy Travel Guide: Lonely...

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Although you can get by in Norway without speaking the language, knowing just a few essential phrases can help you make friends, enjoy service with a smile, and discover richer, more rewarding travel experiences. Fast Talk Norwegian is the concise language guide that is guaranteed to get you talking with confidence. Book a table at an exciting new restaurant, get...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Melbourne—and discover twice the city in half the time! Discover Melbourne's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises—neighbourhood by neighbourhood—with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From exploring Flinders Lane's street art, to learning about Victoria's indigenous history at the Melbourne Museum,...

Lonely Planet Kids First Words - Mandarin is a beautifully illustrated introduction to Mandarin words, perfect for the whole family. With a simple pronunciation guide, bold illustrations, and words selected for use while travelling, this is a must-pack addition for any trip to China or a Mandarin-speaking country.

Discover twice the city in half the time as Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Toronto. This latest edition uncovers the city's most popular experiences and unexpected surprises, from drinking in the city skyline from Toronto Islands to joining an eco-workshop at Evergreen Brick Works, and enjoying a...

Durable and waterproof, with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format, Lonely Planet's Tasmania Planning Map is your essential navigation tool. This full-colour map features accompanying images and information about top attractions, itinerary suggestions, a transport guide, themed lists and practical travel tips. Durable and waterproof Easy-fold format and convenient size Handy slipcase Full colour and easy to use Before-you-go...

Lonely Planet The World Planning Map provides travellers with all the inspiration needed to plan their next journey. Using a combination of stunning images and insight from Lonely Planet writers, this map will provide travellers with all they need to resolve the dilemma of choosing the next travel destination.

Discover 12 gripping retellings of fascinating shipwrecks in this mind-blowing kids book packed with heroic escapes, daring rescues, and oceanic adventure. Bursting with amazing illustrations, historic photography, and interactive surprises, this is a must-buy book for curious minds fascinated by dramatic real-life events and the secrets of the sea. Did you know there are over three million shipwrecks lying beneath...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Marrakesh - and discover twice the city in half the time! Discover Marrakesh's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From listening to Amazigh musicians entertaining evening crowds at Djemaa...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Beijing - and discover twice the city in half the time! Discover Beijing's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From climbing the gravity-defying Great Wall, to making an offering...

Durable and waterproof, with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format, Lonely Planet's Canada Planning Map is your conveniently-sized passport to travelling with ease. With this easy-to-use, full colour navigation tool in your back pocket, you can truly get to the heart of Canada, so begin your journey now! Durable and waterproof Easy-fold format and convenient size Handy slipcase Full...

Get ready to explore airports inside and out in this jam-packed activity and sticker book! Design your own passport, get through the runway maze, colour in a futuristic airport, unscramble anagrams, fill the skies with aeroplane stickers and much more. With over 200 stickers, bright illustrations and amazing facts about airports around the world, this is the perfect way to...

Durable and waterproof, with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format, Lonely Planet's France Planning Map is your conveniently sized passport to travelling with ease. Get more from your map and your trip with images and information about top city attractions, walking tour routes, transport maps, itinerary suggestions, an extensive street and site index, and practical travel tips and directory....

Lonely Planet's Farsi (Persian) Phrasebook and Dictionary is your handy passport to culturally enriching travels, offering the most relevant and useful Indian phrases and vocabulary for all your travel needs. Bargain in a bazaar, hike to out-of-the-way locations, or order a local speciality for your midday meal—all with your trusted travel companion. Get More From Your Trip with Easy-to-Find Phrases...

Durable and waterproof, with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format, Lonely Planet's Australia City Map is your conveniently sized passport to travelling with ease. Get more from your map and your trip with images and information about top city attractions, walking tour routes, transport maps, itinerary suggestions, an extensive street and site index, and practical travel tips and directory....

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Durable and waterproof, with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format, Lonely Planet's Queensland Planning Map is your essential navigation tool. This full-colour map features accompanying images and information about top attractions, itinerary suggestions, a transport guide, themed lists and practical travel tips. Durable and waterproof Easy-fold format and convenient size Handy slipcase Full colour and easy to use Before-you-go...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Seoul - and discover twice the city in half the time! Discover Seoul's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From exploring Noryangjin Fish Market at midnight to catch the...

Lonely Planet’s China Phrasebook & Dictionary is your handy passport to culturally enriching travels with the most relevant and useful phrases and vocabulary from Cantonese, Mandarin, Tibetan, and many more regional dialects, for all your travel needs. Strike up a conversation with locals, ask for directions to historic sights, and order delicacies at bustling markets, all with your trusted travel...

Lonely Planet's German Phrasebook and Dictionary is your handy passport to culturally enriching travels with the most relevant and useful German phrases and vocabulary for all your travel needs. Order a beer at Oktoberfest, buy a ticket to the opera or chat with locals; all with your trusted travel companion. Get More From Your Trip with Easy-to-Find Phrases for Every...

Durable and waterproof, with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format, Lonely Planet’s Portugal Planning Map is your essential navigation tool. This full-colour map features accompanying images and information about top attractions, itinerary suggestions, a transport guide, themed lists, and practical travel tips. Durable and waterproof Easy-fold format and convenient size Handy slipcase Full colour and easy to use Before-you-go...

Lonely Planet's Mexican Spanish Phrasebook and Dictionary is your handy passport to culturally enriching travels with the most relevant and useful Latin American Spanish phrases and vocabulary for all your travel needs. Order Mexican delicacies at restaurants, bargain for the best price at markets, and discuss Mayan history with the locals; all with your trusted travel companion. Get More From...

Lonely Planet's Greek Phrasebook and Dictionary is your handy passport to culturally enriching travels, equipped with the most relevant and useful Greek phrases and vocabulary for all your travel needs. Enquire about the best beaches, obtain directions to the most historic sites, and order local specialities like a native; all with your trusted travel companion. Get More From Your Trip...

Durable and waterproof, with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format, Lonely Planet's London City Map is your conveniently sized passport to travelling with ease. Get more from your map and your trip with images and information about top city attractions, walking tour routes, transport maps, itinerary suggestions, an extensive street and site index, and practical travel tips and directory....

From Lonely Planet: The world's number one travel guide publisher* Durable and waterproof, with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format, Lonely Planet's Africa Planning Map helps you explore with ease. Get more from your map and your trip with images and information about top attractions, itinerary suggestions, and themed lists. With this easy-to-use, full-colour map in your back pocket,...

Durable and waterproof, with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format, Lonely Planet's New York City Map is your conveniently sized passport to travelling with ease. Get more from your map and your trip with images and information about top city attractions, walking tour routes, transport maps, itinerary suggestions, an extensive street and site index, and practical travel tips and...

Get ready to explore the city in a whole new way. This innovative book for younger readers is packed with city facts, loads of flaps to lift, and unfolding pages to see inside buildings and under the streets. Children aged 5+ can learn about skyscrapers, subway systems, and stinky sewers. Discover where people live and peek behind closed doors to...

A veritable cornucopia of colour and culture - The West Australian The ultimate in tropical travel inspiration - The Sunday Star Times A great gift idea for the ardent traveller in your life - Cream Magazine Explore 150 of the world’s most enchanting islands in this inspirational coffee table book that features beautiful photography, illustrations, and maps. Island hop across...

Lonely Planet's Pocket Kuala Lumpur & Melaka is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Take in the views from the Petronas Towers, soak up the past in Merdeka Square, and make a pilgrimage to the sacred Batu Caves—all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the...

Inside Lonely Planet Best Road Trips Route 66: Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020's COVID-19 outbreak. 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 and detailed directions. Insider...

Although you can get by in Thailand without speaking the language, knowing just a few essential phrases can help you make friends, enjoy service with a smile, and discover richer, more rewarding travel experiences. Fast Talk Thai is the concise language guide that is guaranteed to get you talking with confidence. Search for amazing street food among Bangkok's night markets,...

Although you can get by in Latin America without speaking the language, knowing just a few essential phrases can help you make friends, enjoy service with a smile, and discover richer, more rewarding travel experiences. Fast Talk Latin American Spanish is the concise language guide that is guaranteed to get you talking with confidence. Chat with locals at a salsa...

Lonely Planet Thai Phrasebook & Dictionary by Lonely Planet and Bruce Evans is your handy passport to culturally enriching travels with the most relevant and useful phrases and vocabulary for all your travel needs. These new editions make it even easier for travellers to spark up conversations, learn local manners and customs, and order food and drink with confidence. Travellers...

Lonely Planet's Vietnamese Phrasebook & Dictionary is your handy passport to culturally enriching travels with the most relevant and useful Vietnamese phrases and vocabulary for all your travel needs. Order your iced coffee with ease, bargain like a pro at markets, and order smoothly from street food stalls; all with your trusted travel companion. Get More From Your Trip with...

Durable and waterproof, with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format, Lonely Planet's Victoria Planning Map is your essential navigation tool. This full-colour map features accompanying images and information about top attractions, itinerary suggestions, a transport guide, themed lists, and practical travel tips. Durable and waterproof Easy-fold format and convenient size Handy slipcase Full colour and easy to use Before-you-go...

Durable and waterproof, with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format, Lonely Planet's Shanghai City Map is your conveniently sized passport to travelling with ease. Get more from your map and your trip with images and information about top city attractions, walking tour routes, transport maps, itinerary suggestions, an extensive street and site index, and practical travel tips and directory....

Lonely Planet's Pocket Munich is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life - neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Witness luxury at Residenz, sample beer and celebrate at Oktoberfest, and explore the 1972 Olympics site of Olympiapark; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Munich and make the most of your trip! Inside Lonely Planet's Pocket Munich:...

Durable and waterproof, with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format, Lonely Planet's New South Wales and ACT Planning Map is your essential navigation tool. This full-colour map features accompanying images and information about top attractions, itinerary suggestions, a transport guide, themed lists, and practical travel tips. Durable and waterproof Easy-fold format and convenient size Handy slipcase Full colour and...

Lonely Planet Kids My Holiday Scrapbook invites kids to collect and preserve their amazing adventures. This fun and interactive scrapbook provides a special place for kids to gather and store mementoes from their travels. There’s plenty of space to stick in tickets, photos, and other souvenirs collected from any trip. This scrapbook includes a page of stickers and a pouch...

Perfect for introducing very young children to the Japanese language, this colourful board book features 12 words to learn — from 'sun' and 'shoes' to 'beach' and 'bed'. Each word is accompanied by an illustration and pronunciation guide that make the vocabulary easy to learn. From Lonely Planet Kids, First Words Japanese is a great learning resource for families planning...

Strike out beyond the sun-soaked stretches of sand to discover an island of compelling culture and landscapes, steeped in myth and riddled with ancient riches. Lonely Planet Cyprus offers: Driving tours Increased planning content for accommodation and getting around Inspirational images throughout

Lonely Planet's Chile and Rapa Nui (Easter Island) is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Hike through winding forests to the mountain spires of Las Torres; watch the sunset turn the Valle de la Luna into intense shades of colour; and see the giant statues...

Lonely Planet's Brazil is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Explore the tropical Fernando de Noronha, experience wildlife watching in The Pantanal, and discover the baroque masterpieces in Ouro Preto; all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely Planet's Brazil Travel Guide: Lonely Planet's Top...

Buckle up for the next instalment in our Epic series and the follow-up to Epic Drives of the World. Showcasing 50 of Europe’s greatest road trips, from classic drives such as Route Napoleon through the south of France to longer trips, including Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way or taking a campervan through Finnish Lapland in the Arctic summer. We cover a...

Lonely Planet's Pocket Vienna is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life - neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Marvel at the imperial palaces, take in the atmosphere of a Kaffeehaus and admire the baroque architecture; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Vienna and make the most of your trip! Inside Lonely Planet's Pocket Vienna: Full-colour...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to the Canary Islands. Discover popular and off-the-beaten-track experiences, from watching a magical sunset over Fuerteventura's rippling Corralejo dunes; to admiring dazzling street art in Puerto de la Cruz's La Ranilla district; and diving into the deep to see underwater caves, whale...

Big, diverse and largely undiscovered, Ukraine is one of Europe’s last genuine travel frontiers. It is a nation rich in colourful tradition, warmhearted people, and off-the-map experiences. Lonely Planet Ukraine offers insights on: Visiting Chernobyl Ukraine highlights in colour Guide to Ukraine’s cuisine Visual arts & local culture

Lonely Planet's Tanzania is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Watch wildebeest stampede across the Serengeti, explore the alleyways of Zanzibar, or track chimpanzees in Tanzania's parks; all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely Planet's Tanzania Travel Guide: Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a...

Lonely Planet's Amsterdam is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the city has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Hop aboard a canal boat, admire art at the Van Gogh Museum, and browse the Albert Cuypmarkt; all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely Planet's Amsterdam Travel Guide: What's NEW in this edition? Up-to-date...

Discover the ultimate world atlas for globetrotters with detailed maps to every country on Earth so you can plan your next adventure. This paperback edition of Lonely Planet The Travel Atlas makes it easy to plot and plan your next big trip and discover remarkable places en route. Featuring one map for each region; large-scale maps of areas within the...