Lonely Planet The Joy of Quiet Places

Discover 60 of our planet's quietest places, plus 120 travel ideas to help readers find solace in their surroundings. Featuring serene natural spaces to urban oases, this inspiring book explores the joy and mindfulness that each of these treasured destinations brings, with beautiful photography and essential travel tips to help you get there.

Breathe deeply as you bathe in the golden sunlight that trickles through the wild forests of Olympic National Park in Washington State, US; relish in nature's silence as you spot native wildlife along the mighty Fitzroy River in Australia's Kimberley region; or marvel at the other-worldly dams surrounded by breathtaking Welsh landscapes at Elan Valley in the heart of the Cambrian Mountains, UK. This unique book is the ultimate guide to resetting your focus, reconnecting with the natural world—and yourself—and finding joy in spaces far from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

The Joy of Quiet Places includes:

• 60 in-depth profiles of quiet places with an explanation of what makes each destination so joyful
• 120 extra ideas for quiet travel experiences
• Expert local voices offering insight and a Q&A about each peaceful place
• At-a-glance reasons to go that provide a glimpse into what you can expect to find during each trip
• In-the-know tips and insights, locator maps, stunning photography, how to get there, the best months to go, what to take with you, must-do activities, experiences not to be missed, accessibility awareness, and low-carbon transport options

Covers destinations including Africa & the Middle East, Americas, Asia, Europe, Oceania.

Beautiful and vibrant book cover by Owen Gatley, illustrator of all books within Lonely Planet's Joy of series.

Do more of what you love with our uplifting Joy of series and nurture your biggest passions. The Joy of Quiet Places is the ultimate gift book for anyone looking to experience a meditative or mindful getaway, or a wonderful treat to inspire a future tranquil travel adventure.