Lonely Planet`s 50 Bars To Blow Your Mind handpicks the world`s most extraordinary drinking holes, from caverns & island party havens to a bar nestled in an ancient tree trunk. This pocket-sized gift book showcases 50 of the world`s best bars & is the perfect gift for anyone interested in the best places in the world for a drink. Whether they boast a jaw-dropping location, world-class artisan cocktails or effortless cool, these bars are among the best places on the planet to enjoy a drink or two. Some bars have earned their spot by playing up their obvious assets, whether it`s an interesting urban location or a stunning natural setting. Others are champions of the basics, be they cocktails or single liquors, while still others do something dramatically unusual or fun; some are so quirky it`s impossible not to marvel over a custom-made cocktail. But perhaps the secret sauce in all this is genuine desire to delight each person who walks through the door. It`s a love of hospitality & an enthusiasm for the precious drop. Whether you`re a fan of barefoot, surfside imbibing or you prefer sophisticated cocktails in stylish surrounds, it`s time to plan your list. Cheers, salut, bottoms up. See you at the bar. ...

Lonely Planet`s 50 Beaches To Blow Your Mind helps you discover the planet`s most pristine, jaw-dropping, wild & wonderful sandy spots. This pocket-sized book is the perfect gift for any sun-worshipper or beach-lover & is the ultimate guide to the world`s best beaches. A beach always feels like the ultimate escape, with the sound of the waves lapping against the shore, which science says has a calming effect on our brain activity. & then there`s the guaranteed hit of vitamin D our exposed skin absorbs. Whether you`re looking for black-sand beaches, high-octane watersport hotspots, secret bays or the finest palm-fringed tropical paradises, Lonely Planet shows you where & how to find them. So pack your beach towel & hit the sands. ...

Thank the stars for the world`s eccentric collectors; hoarders of objects beautiful, strange or downright odd. It is these documentors of the great & trivial
- who want to show us all something wonderful about their collections & share the insights into humankind each of them illuminates
- who have created the most fascinating, wonderful & precious museums the planet has to offer. Boggle at the enormity of space, get nostalgic at childhood memories or be dumbstruck by the International Museum of Toilets. Whether you`re a history buff, tech-head or have an inexplicable fascination with clowns, you`ll find world-class collections here to pique your interest. Never drag your heels around a dull museum again.

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The Lonely Planet Pocket Guide to Abu Dhabi offers frank & informal advice on an extensive range of sights, activities, accommodation, restaurants & nightlife. Promenade along the waterfront Corniche, tour the magnificent Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, or relax at a sheesha cafe. Written & researched by a team of experts, this book is independent in its recommendations & offers suggestions for a variety of budgets. This handy sized pocket oracle is split into sections starting with a Quick Start Guide advising on top sights, a guide to local life, day planners to help you make an itinerary for your trip, valuable need to know tips, & a neighbourhood roundup. The main part of this guide is organised geographically by region, with individual sections detailing an extensive range of sights, places of interest, attractions, restaurants, nightlife, accommodation & any local activities. Information boxes throughout the text give insights into local culture & customs as well as offering suggestions for restaurants & bars & notable shopping opportunities. This guide

Includes:: coverage of Al Markaziyah, Tourist Club Area, Al Khadiya, Breakwater, Yas Island & more. Maps for each area will help you find your bearings while the large pull out map gives you wider coverage of the whole place. Additional chapters highlighting the ‘ Best of’ the place looks at the best walks, sights, places to shop, drinking & nightlife & many more things to ensure you don’t miss out on any valuable experiences. The Survival Guide at the back gives advice on things to prepare before you go, what to do when you arrive, how to get around, language tips & other essential information that will help you get the most out of your trip.

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A range of Activity Books by Lonely Planet that will delight children. With the use of colourful illustrations, games & humour these books will lead children curiosity & learning, while providing entertainment & fun. Children will learn about geography, amazing places & cities, the animal world & much more. Colourful, educational & funny, these books are also perfect travel companions for kids of any age. ...

Lonely Planet Africa is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see & skip, & what hidden discoveries await you. Wander the cobbled streets & graceful pracas rimmed by once grand churches & stately colonial-era buildings, against a backdrop of turquoise seas, on the Unesco-listed Mozambique Island; drink your way around whitewashed Cape Dutch architecture & the endlessly photogenic hills & vines of South Africa`s Winelands; or discover the wildlife of the acacia-studded savannah of the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Africa & begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet`s Africa Travel Guide:- Colour maps & images throughout- Highlights & itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs & interests- Insider tips to save time & money & get around like a local, avoiding crowds & trouble spots- Essential info at your fingertips
- hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices- Honest reviews for all budgets
- eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss- Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience
- history, culture, wildlife, safaris, cuisine, music, environment- Covers Egypt, Tanzania, Morocco, Botswana, Mozambique, South Africa, Madagascar, Kenya, Ethiopia, Ghana, Nigeria, Cabo Verde & more


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Lonely Planet Alaska offers advice on what to see & skip. Watch playful bears & breaching whales, catch a ferry to remote islands, explore the nightlife of Anchorage, or fill up at a Salmon Bake. Inside Lonely Planet Alaska Travel Guide: Full-colour maps & images throughout; Highlights & itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs & interests; Insider tips to save time & money & get around like a local, avoiding crowds & trouble spots; Essential info at your fingertips
- hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices; Honest reviews for all budgets
- eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss; Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience
- landscapes, wildlife, culture; Free, convenient pull-out Alaska map (included in print version), plus over 35 colour maps. Covers Juneau, Anchorage, Prince William Sound, Denali, Kodiak, Katmai, Kenai Peninsula & more.


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The Lonely Planet Pocket Guide to the Algarve offers frank & informal advice on an extensive range of sights, activities, accommodation, restaurants & nightlife. Admire the views from Silves` Castelo, visit Europe`s southwesternmost point at Cabo de Sao Vicente in Sagres & wander Faro`s picturesque Cidade Velha. Written & researched by a team of experts, this book is independent in its recommendations & offers suggestions for a variety of budgets. This handy sized pocket oracle is split into sections starting with a Quick Start Guide advising on top sights, a guide to local life, day planners to help you make an itinerary for your trip, valuable need to know tips, & a neighbourhood roundup. The main part of this guide is organised geographically by region, with individual sections detailing an extensive range of sights, places of interest, attractions, restaurants, nightlife, accommodation & any local activities. Information boxes throughout the text give insights into local culture & customs as well as offering suggestions for restaurants & bars & notable shopping opportunities. This guide

Includes:: coverage of Faro, Tavira, Loule, Silves, Monchique, Lagos, Sagres, West Coast Beaches & more. Maps for each area will help you find your bearings while the large pull out map gives you wider coverage of the whole place. Additional chapters highlighting the ‘ Best of’ the place looks at the best walks, sights, places to shop, drinking & nightlife & many more things to ensure you don’t miss out on any valuable experiences. The Survival Guide at the back gives advice on things to prepare before you go, what to do when you arrive, how to get around, language tips & other essential information that will help you get the most out of your trip.

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Discover the freedom of open roads with Lonely Planet Amalfi Coast Road Trips, your passport to uniquely encountering the Amalfi Coast by car. Featuring four amazing road trips, plus up-to-date advice on the destinations you`ll visit along the way, you can explore the fabulously picturesque coastline, all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the Italy, rent a car, & hit the road along Amalfi`s stunning coast.
Includes::• Lavish colour & gorgeous photography throughout • Itineraries & planning advice to pick the right tailored routes for your needs & interests • Get around easily
- easy-to-read, full-colour route maps, detailed directions • Insider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots & 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 & Link Your Trip Covers Naples, Sorrento, the Amalfi Coast, the Cilento Coast & more. Lonely Planet Amalfi Coast Road Trips is perfect for exploring the Amalfi Coast via the road & discovering sights that are more accessible by car.





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Lonely Planet Amsterdam is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see & skip, & what hidden discoveries await you. Cycle along tree-lined canals, stroll among the Dutch masters, or explore coffee shops & bars; all with your trusted travel companion. With colour maps & images throughout, highlights & itineraries, insider tips to save time & money & get around like a local, avoiding crowds & trouble spots, essential info at your fingertips including hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices, honest reviews for all budgets regarding eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping & hidden gems. Information on history, museums, galleries, shopping, drinking, nightlife, canals, Dutch painting, architecture, contemporary Dutch design & more. With a convenient pull-out Amsterdam map, plus over 35 maps. Coverage
Includes:; Medieval Centre, Red Light District, Nieuwmarkt, Plantage, Eastern Islands, Western Canal Ring, Southern Canal Ring, Jordaan, Vondelpark, the Old South, De Pijp, Oosterpark, South Amsterdam & more
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