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Hit the road with this collection of 200 epic bike rides across Australia and New Zealand. Cycle along Tasmania's Bay of Fires Trail or pedal through the South Island's misty native forest on the Old Ghost Road. Featuring 50 first-person stories and a further 150 ideas for similar trips, you'll find inspiration for a lifetime of biking adventures. Loop around Lake Burley Griffin for the ultimate tour of Canberra's arts and culture scene; descend through the gum forests of the Blue Mountains...

What's the #1 travel experience in Australia? For the first time, the team at Lonely Planet and its panel of industry experts have ranked the top 500 unmissable experiences and hidden gems across the land – to create this definitive travel wishlist. Lonely Planet's Ultimate Australia Travel List is the regional follow-up to the bestselling Lonely Planet’s Ultimate Travel List and a must-own coffee table book for both travellers to Australia and residents who want to discover their...

Calling culture lovers: sample music, films and books from 120 countries without leaving your armchair. Perfect preparation for travellers or simply a satisfying journey into the unknown, this book lists the five most interesting books and movies from each country, plus its top ten tunes. Be introduced to American jazz, French new wave cinema, Irish poetry and more. Discover a little of each countries’ life and soul through each recommendation by Lonely Planet’s experts. In-depth double page...

Journey to the planet's most magnificent places with this thought-provoking portrait of our world. See it as you've never seen it before and renew your relationship with the place we call home. The images in this book will take you to places far and wide, the kinds of places that you might never visit but that you can perhaps put on that "If " list we all have tucked away. These places are surprising, remarkable, remote, familiar... dive in and marvel over the undeniable fact; it is a...

For the first time ever, Lonely Planet has compiled the best dining spots in every country of the world. Their writers know how to sniff out the best food around and their picks favour local, authentic and atmospheric experiences - whether that means tucking into tasty oysters at a seafood shack in southeast England or gorging on the best jerk chicken in Jamaica. Throughout the book's 600-plus pages, we also profile the must-try delicacies unique to each country, as well as advice on how much...

Learn to take breathtaking travel photos from professional travel photographers. Snap majestic Bagan at sunrise, capture the elusive Northern Lights, get close-ups of gorillas and find the perfect vantage point of Moraine Lake in Banff National Park. In The Perfect Shot, Lonely Planet's team of photographers will tell you-in their own words-exactly how to capture quintessential images in the world's most picturesque destinations. Not only will you delight in the stunning, full-color...

Want to live as thoughtfully as the Japanese and Scandinavians, eat as well as the Italians and enjoy life like the Brazilians? Cultures from around the world have spent centuries distilling a few firm rules on how to live well - words of wisdom that are handed down from generation to generation.  This book collects life lessons from every country to help transform readers' lives in both small and large ways. From keeping a tidy house and learning to cook a simple and nutritious meal to...

Lonely Planet invites you to join us on a round-the-world exploration to meet the intrepid travelers who have made a full circumnavigation of the globe - and find out how they did it. From Ferdinand Magellan's historic 1519 voyage to Jenny Graham's extraordinary feat of endurance cycling around the world in 2018, the challenge and mystique of circumnavigating the globe has inspired countless people to take their own trips around the world. Whether it's by boat, bike or balloon, we'll...

Introducing the first travel guide organised by colour palette. Travel through Costa Rica's green rainforests, Australia's red desert and Dubai's gold souk, along with hundreds of other colourful destinations. Travelers will discover the best places in the world to immerse themselves in their favorite shade of aquamarine, magenta, canary yellow, and everything in between. Each chapter features a single colour and shows you the most picturesque places around the world where you can surround...

There's something purely magical about being in nature; it transforms us, it renews us. Yet, in a world where high rises, dense population and technology have become virtually inescapable, immersing oneself in nature is seemingly out-of-reach. Lonely Planet's Natural World invites you to reconnect with nature in this sweeping look at the cultural, ecological and historical significance of our world's remaining natural places. The natural world is not as far away as you may believe....

The second edition of Lonely Planet's bestseller presents an all-new ranking of the greatest places to visit on Earth, reflecting the travel tastes and trends of today's world. Decided by our global family of writers, editors and industry experts, and packed with insightful commentary, awe-inspiring photos and over 200 new entries, this is a must-have coffee table book for explorers and armchair travellers. With experiences ranging from hiking among the vast granite pillars of South America's...

Float away into a world of sublime aquatic experiences... The allure of the waves and experiences in water are at the heart of this book, which includes personal stories about the most refreshing lidos, hot springs, open water and wild swims away from the crowds.  Lonely Planet provides all the practical details you need to enjoy the health and wellness benefits of being immersed in water in more than 60 relaxing locations around the world. Inspires a stronger connection to the...

How do you wear a kilt, kiss a stranger, prevent a hangover, get out of a sinking car, predict the weather, play croquet, overtake a racing car, brew a great beer, repair a broken tooth, dive for pearls, and serve tea the Japanese way? This new and expanded edition, The Bigger Book of Everything, reveals all.An infographic guide to skills people never knew they neededMade for a world of smart, safe and exciting travelReaders can use their witty know-how to make friends wherever they...

This practical guide inspires and motivates people to achieve their goal of travelling more and working on the road. The first part explains the practicalities, such as income generation, career changes, family and relationships, what to do with your ‘stuff ’ and more, while the second showcases a number of ideal destinations for digital nomads, offering invaluable travel insights and information. Being a digital nomad liberates you from office walls and...

Many travellers now prefer to dive deep into their destination rather than tick off the over-familiar sights. This book will be an essential guide to getting to know the most interesting, rewarding and hip areas in which to stay in 50 cities around the world. Readers will discover the best little known sights and things to do, plus the coolest places to eat, drink and shop to create unforgettable trips. Features: Travellers can find a base that suits their personality and travel goals...

Discover the lives and locations of trailblazing women who changed the course of history as you journey to the heart of women’s activism, history and creativity through the ages. From the temple of Queen Hatshepsut in Egypt and Empress Dowager Cixi’s summer palace in Beijing, to the homes and meeting sites of suffragette heroes Sylvia Pankhurst and Elizabeth Cady Stanton, the creative workrooms of Frida Kahlo and Virginia Woolf, and the tennis courts where the Williams sisters first learned to...

Full of practical advice, ideas and inspiration from Lonely Planet's parents to you, this essential guide gives you the lowdown on the wealth of amazing travel experiences around the world - and how to plan and enjoy them with your family. From navigating air and train travel to approaching unfamiliar meals and a change in routine, The Family Travel Handbook encourages curiosity, exploration and independence. This handy trip planner brings all our expertise together into one useful guide that...

Extraordinary? You bet. Elusive? Not quite. From Antarctica and the Amazon to Victoria Falls and the Great Wall of China, Lonely Planet reveals 101 spectacular sights and how to see them on any budget. Inspiring and practical, with expert advice on how and when to visit, where to stay and a range of itineraries, you’ll discover how to visit the world’s wonders in a way that suits you. This collection includes both natural and human-made sights across the world. We’ve selected locations that...

Published in time for the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, this practical and comprehensive guide reveals the best star-gazing experiences around the world. We include guides to 35 dark sky sites, as well as over 60 national parks accredited by the Dark Sky Association, telling readers when to go, what to bring and what they’ll see. Also features all 12 annual meteor showers, the next decade of full solar eclipses, an overview of commercial space flight and...

From Austin to Bogota, Vienna to Wellington, discover the best day and weekend trips within three hours of 60 of Lonely Planet’s favourite cities. With sights, activities and hidden gems – all built around themes like art & culture, the outdoors, and food & drink – you’ll find amazing ideas for your next city escape or long stopover, as well as new experiences to enjoy near where you live. Most of the 60 cities in this book could fill a lifetime with new experiences, but a short journey by...

Let Lonely Planet take you further than ever before with the world’s first and only travel guide to the Universe. Developed with the latest data from NASA, we take you from our home on Earth and out into the far reaches of the solar system, then into our neighbouring stars and planetary systems, and finally into the rest of our galaxy and the Universe. This fascinating journey will help you explore space as you would the world with a Lonely Planet guide. Unique to these pages are wonderful...

Delve inside the myriad landscapes of Japan with this stunning collection of photographs and discover the nation’s extraordinary diversity of places, people and experiences – from moments in awe-inspiring cities to quiet escapes in remote, exotic corners. Beautiful World Japan is the perfect way to lose yourself in the country. Striking photos fill each page, while special gatefolds open to reveal magnificent panoramas. If you've been, retrace your steps and relive the time you spent there. If...

Immerse yourself in Australia with this stunning collection of photographs and discover the nation’s extraordinary range of landscapes and environments, cultures, creatures and people – from world-famous wineries and white-sand beaches to buzzing cities and ancient rainforests. Beautiful World Australia is the perfect way to lose yourself in the country. Striking photos fill each page, while special gatefolds open to reveal magnificent panoramas. If you've been, retrace your steps and relive...

Take a journey through every country in the world. 850 images. 230 countries. One complete picture.With details of every United Nations-approved country in the world, and a few more principalities and dependencies besides, Lonely Planet's Travel Book is the ultimate introduction to a world of travel and the essential travel reference book for every household!Each country is profiled by Lonely Planet's expert authors and features details of when to visit, what to see and do, and how to learn...

Crowded beaches, packed Singapore football stadiums, hot air balloon festivals – keep your eyes peeled as you explore these (and loads more!) colourful and chaotic scenes from around the world.Can you spot three bicycles among the mopeds in Ho Chi Minh City? Or six grey top hats at Royal Ascot? What about two pairs of pink goggles at Spain’s tomato-throwing Tomatina festival?Challenge yourself, friends and family to a game of search and find with Lonely Planet’s Spotter’s World. Designed for...

With stories of 50 incredible hiking routes in 30 countries, from New Zealand to Peru, plus a further 150 suggestions, Lonely Planet’s Epic Hikes of the World will inspire a lifetime of adventure on foot. From one-day jaunts and urban trails to month-long thru-hikes, cultural rambles and mountain expeditions, each journey shares one defining feature: being truly epic.In this follow-up to Epic Bike Rides and Epic Drives, we share our adventures on the world’s best treks and trails. Epic Hikes...

Weave a little wonder into daily life with these fun and challenging activities - and experience your local area in a whole new way. Invite friends on a social adventure, follow your senses somewhere new and embark on a cultural odyssey. Lonely Planet shows you how to embrace the traveller spirit and discover a new side to where you live. For each activity, we tell you what to bring and provide simple, easy-to-follow instructions to make it a success. You'll also find a case study from someone...

One photographer. One complete picture. We present 24 hours in the life of one of the world's most iconic cities. From sunrise to after sunset, from famous landmarks to lesser-known neighbourhoods, this celebration of New York is packed with local insights and visual stories to showcase what makes the city truly great. As a chronological day-in-the-life story, this photobook captures the city's early risers to late-night clubbers, its chaotic, busy streets and oases of calm, striking...

Hearty and healthy, bowl food is very hip right now. We've selected 100 of the most authentic and delicious dishes from around the world and tell you how to make them. From Vietnamese pho and New England chowder to Persian salads and Welsh broth, these are the meals that speak the international language of comfort.The follow-up to The World's Best Spicy Food and The World's Best Superfoods, The World's Best Bowl Food is packed with one-pot wonders that will set you up for the day, warm the...

Perfect for puzzle fans who love to travel, this fun, challenging and beautifully illustrated activity book takes readers on a journey across 30 of the world's greatest cities. Alongside famous sights like the Eiffel Tower and Empire State Building, each maze reveals hidden gems, flea markets, unusual shops, galleries, restaurants and more. Each destination in City Mazes is made from a geographically accurate street map and brought to life with Lonely Planet's trusted travel content....

Whether it's euphoria or serenity, awe or enlightenment, this beautiful hardback presents hundreds of places around the world to experience a particular emotion. Each of the 12 chapters in Lonely Planet's The Place to Be explores a single feeling, with destinations ranging from wild and natural spaces, to modern and ancient cities. Plus, our travel writers explain when to go and how to get there. With 20 places and experiences for each emotion and state of mind, The Place to Be features 240...

Every country in the world, in one guidebook: Lonely Planet's The World. A Traveller's Guide to the Planet.We've taken the highlights from the world's best guidebooks and put them together into one 900+ page whopper to create the ultimate guide to Earth. This user-friendly A-Z gives a flavour of each country in the world, including a map, travel highlights, info on where to go and how to get around, as well as some quirkier details to bring each place to life. In Lonely Planet's trademark...

Here comes a colouring book that is seriously cute! Each spread features a coloured animal pattern on the left, and a black and white version on the right. From the jungle treetops, to the ocean floor, theres a fabulous choice of animals to create and complete.Copy the colors, or create your own bold and beautiful combinations. With gorgeous, quirky illustrations from Lulu Mayo - creator of A Million Cats and A Million Dogs (Michael OMara), this is the perfect gift for any child aged 7+.There...

Discover 200 of the best places to ride a bicycle in this beautifully illustrated hardback. From easy-going, family-friendly rides and urban sightseeing routes to epic adventures off the beaten track, you don't have to wear Lycra to see the world on two wheels.Inclusive, accessible and inspiring, the 200 rides feature 50 first-hand cycling stories and details of how to do the ride. Full-page photography, illustrations and maps add visual appeal. Destinations range from France, Spain and Italy,...

You Only Live Once is not just another collection of bucketlist of big-ticket items. Weve all heard about Venice and, yes, it is probably worth going to Italy to see its waterways. Instead, hopefully youll take away something more from this book: a resolve to live life to the fullest, to add a dash of joie de vivre to every day.What all the ideas contained within have in common is that theyre starting points. They will reignite long-forgotten desires to learn an instrument or a language or...

Colouring has been proven to improve mindfulness and promote relaxation so color the worlds 100 greatest places, as voted by travel experts at Lonely Planet, the worlds leading travel publisher. There are 100 line drawings for you to colour in, and at the back of the book, there are descriptions of each place so you can find out a little more about the most astounding places on earth. This book is guaranteed to exercise your creativity, focus your mind and inspire your inner traveller.This is...

101 skills and experiences to discover on your travels.Who do you want to be... The next molecular gastronomy genius? An intrepid archaeologist? A Paris-based artist? This book takes you around the world and presents 101 experiences, courses and lessons into classic skills and talents of the places you visit - dancing a tango in Argentina, pounding a perfect Thai curry paste in Chiang Mai or trout-fishing weekend in Montana. Saddle up for a new you, and come back from your travel with more...