Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Melbourne & Victoria is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see & skip, & what hidden discoveries await you. Discover Melbourne's laneways & arcades, soak up spectacular scenery along the Great Ocean Road, or enjoy food, wine & the great outdoors in one of Victoria's goldfield-era country towns; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Melbourne & Victoria & begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Melbourne & Victoria 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, art, literature, cinema, television, music, theatre, dance, architecture, sport, fashion, cuisine, coffee culture, wine, politics, landscapes, wildlife. Over 9 colour maps Covers Melbourne, the Grampians, Spa Country, Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula, Phillip Isl&, Mornington Peninsula, Wilsons Promontory, Gippsl&, the High Country, the Murray & more. The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Melbourne & Victoria, our most comprehensive guide to Melbourne & Victoria, is perfect for both exploring top sights & taking roads less travelled. Looking for a guide focused on other Australian cities? Check out Lonely Planet's Sydney guide, Tasmania guide & Perth & Western Australia guide for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer; Discover Australia, a photo-rich guide to the country's most popular attractions; or Pocket Sydney, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip. Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's Australia guide & East Coast Australia guide for a comprehensive look at all the region has to offer. Authors: Written & researched by Lonely Planet, Anthony Ham, Trent Holden & Kate Morgan. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile & digital travel products, & a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves.


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Lonely Planet Pocket Melbourne is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see & skip, & what hidden discoveries await you. Explore the many laneways, have a drink in a riverside bar, shop for bargains at the Queen Victoria Market or visit a world-class gallery; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the absolute best of Melbourne & begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Pocket Melbourne:- 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- Free, convenient pull-out Melbourne map (included in print version), plus over 10 colour neighbourhood maps- User-friendly layout with helpful icons, & organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time- Covers the City Centre, Southbank, Fitzroy, Carlton, Richmond, Prahran, St Kilda & more

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The Lonely Planet Mexican Spanish is not only an extensive list of useful phrases, but also an ideal tool to start getting to grips with a language & beginning two-way communication. Containing excellent sections on language basics such as numbers, question phrases, dates, phrase construction, grammar & pronunciation, as well as containing concise but well-rounded two-way dictionaries, Lonely Planet phrasebooks enable you to quickly & confidently construct your own phrases in addition to those given. The given phrases cover all the essential travel & tourism categories such as transport, communications, business meetings & accommodation, as well as in-depth categories such as health, food & social interaction. Newer editions such as this have a fresh visual design with an intuitive layout that makes them much easier to read than other publisher’s phrasebooks, with the most important phrases clearly highlighted as well as location-specific phrases to help you get more from your trip. True to Lonely Planet’s reputation for ease of use, the Phrasebooks are well designed, well structured & clearly categorized, making it easy to find the information you need quickly. Useful background information is given throughout the phrasebooks, giving you quick tips on culture, customs & etiquette. ...

Mexico Lonely Planet Mexico is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see & skip, & what hidden discoveries await you. Explore the Maya ruins & superb beaches of Tulum, savour regional specialities amid the colonial charms of Merida or party hard at the dazzling resort of Puerto Vallarta. With over 120 colour maps & images throughout, highlights & itineraries, insider tips to save time & money & get around like a local while avoiding crowds & trouble spots. This guide contains essential information including hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips & prices. Lonely Planet’s offers honest reviews for all budgets on eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out & shopping. Included are cultural insights to help give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience on subjects including history, ancient civilizations, economy, education, the drugs war, religion, sports, architecture, sculpture, painting, music, cinema, literature, folk art, food & drink, landscape, wildlife & environment. It covers Mexico City, Veracruz, Yucatan Peninsula, Chiapas, Oaxaca, the central Pacific coast, the central highlands, Baja California, Copper Canyon & more. ...

Lonely Planet’s Mexico is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see & skip, & what hidden discoveries await you. Gather all your senses & dive head-first into the ancient Maya world at exquisite Palenque; sample the freshest local specialities from street food stalls & innovative restaurants; & soak in the colours of Oaxaca City’s fiestas, architecture, & arts scene. All with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Mexico & begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet’s Mexico:- 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, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss- Cultural insights provide a richer, more rewarding travel experience
- covering history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics Covers Mexico City, Around Mexico City, Veracruz, Yucatán Peninsula, Chiapas, Oaxaca, Central Pacific Coast, Western Central Highlands, Northern Central Highlands, Baja California, Copper Canyon, Northern Mexico


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Lonely Planet`s Pocket Miami is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see & skip, & what hidden discoveries await you. Admire the iconic art-deco architecture, enjoy the nightlife, & swim at North Beach; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the best of Miami & begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet`s Pocket Miami:- 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- Free, convenient pull-out Miami map (included in print version), plus over 10 colour neighbourhood maps- User-friendly layout with helpful icons, & organized by neighborhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time Covers Coconut Grove, Coral Gables, Downtown Miami, Greater Miami, Key Biscayne, Little Haiti, Little Havana, North Miami Beach, South Beach, Wynwood, the Design District & more

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Middle East in the Countries & Regions series from Lonely Planet, market-leading comprehensive guides aimed at independent travellers & serving a large range of international destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides explore an extensive range of sights, activities, accommodation, restaurants & nightlife & are designed for practical use while travelling on the road. Written & researched by a team of experts, each book is independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on individual destinations. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet country & region guide has the same layout. Introductory sections profile the destination with individual chapters on particular highlights, getting started, (including when to go) itineraries, history, culture, arts, food & drink & the environment. Each 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. The guides have detailed explanations of historical context where relevant. There is also practical guidance on ‘getting there & around’, allowing visitors to plan their trip accordingly. Information boxes throughout the text give insights into local culture & customs as well as offering suggestions for restaurants & bars & notable shopping opportunities. There are dedicated sections on major cities & towns within each region, with relevant information on orientation, sights, activities, eating & drinking, tours, courses, festivals & events. Accommodation is divided into budget, mid-range & top-end in order to cater for a wide range of budgets. All places highlighted in the text are cross-referenced to black & white overview maps showing their respective locations. ‘ Don’t Miss’ information boxes give bullet-pointed lists of notable local attractions & their relevant page numbers in the guide. An extensive Directory section gives important practical guidance on accommodation, activities, business hours, children, climate charts, customs, dangers & annoyances, embassies, insurance, internet access, maps, money, photography, shopping, solo travellers, transport, travellers with disabilities, visas, volunteering & women travellers, among other useful information. ...

The Lonely Planet Pocket Guide to Milan & the Lakes offers frank & informal advice on an extensive range of sights, activities, accommodation, restaurants & nightlife. Admire the ageless marble facade of the Duomo, explore Milan`s stunning collection of 20th-century art, or catch an evening performance at Teatro alla Scala. 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 Parco Sempione, Porta Garibaldi, Brera, Duomo, San Babila, Navigli, Porta Romana, Corso Magenta, Sant` Ambrogio, Quadrilatero d` Oro, Giardini Pubblici, & 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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Lonely Planet Mongolia is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see & skip, & what hidden discoveries await you. Watch wrestling, horse racing & archery at a Naadam Festival, explore dinosaur bones in the Gobi Desert, or stay local-style in a ger (traditional felt tent); all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Mongolia & begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet`s Mongolia 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
- culture, history, gers, spiritualism, cuisine, tribal Mongolia, Naadam Festival, wildlife, environment. Over 40 maps. Covers Ulaanbaatar, Dadal, Olgii, Tov, Ovorkhangai, Arkhangai, Selenge, Khovsgol, Khentii, Dornod, Sukhbaatar, Dundgov, Dornogov, Omnogov, Bayankhongor, Gov-Altai, Bayan-Olgii, Khovd, Uvs, Zavkhan & more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Mongolia, our most comprehensive guide to Mongolia, is perfect for both exploring top sights & taking roads less travelled. Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet’s China guide. Authors: Written & researched by Lonely Planet, Andrew Osborn, Anna Kaminski & Daniel Mc Crohan. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world`s leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile & digital travel products, & a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves.


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Lonely Planet: The world`s number one travel guide publisher* Lonely Planet`s Mongolia is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see & skip, & what hidden discoveries await you. Visit monasteries for a slice of Buddhist history & whispered mantras; hike through the rugged mountains, serene river valleys & fields of wildflowers in the Mongolian backcountry; & travel by camel across the Gobi Desert in the footsteps of Marco Polo. All with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Mongolia & begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet`s Mongolia: 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, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights provide a richer, more rewarding travel experience
- covering history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics Covers Ulaanbaatar, Central Mongolia, Northern Mongolia, Eastern Mongolia, The Gobi, Western Mongolia The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet`s Mongolia is our most comprehensive guide to the country, & is designed to immerse you in the culture & help you discover the best sights & get off the beaten track. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company & the world`s number one travel guidebook br&, providing both inspiring & trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we`ve printed over 145 million guidebooks & grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You`ll also find our content online, & in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair & lifestyle books, ebooks, & more.` Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.`
- New York Times` Lonely Planet. It`s on everyone`s bookshelves; it`s in every traveller`s hands. It`s on mobile phones. It`s on the Internet. It`s everywhere, & it`s telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.`
- Fairfax Media (Australia)* Source: Nielsen Book Scan: Australia, UK, USA, 5/2016-4/2017




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