Lonely Planet: The world`s number one travel guide publisher* Lonely Planet`s Vietnam is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see & skip, & what hidden discoveries await you. Kayak around towering limestone peaks into grottoes & lagoons in Halong Bay; wander the warren-like lanes of Hoi An`s Old Town; & sample the freshest, tastiest local specialities (and learn to cook them yourself). All with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Vietnam & begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet`s Vietnam: 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
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- 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 Hanoi, Northern Vietnam, Central Vietnam, Southeast Coast, Southwest Highlands, Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta, Siem Reap & the Temples of Angkor The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet`s Vietnam is our most comprehensive guide to Vietnam, & is designed to immerse you in the culture & help you discover the best sights & get off the beaten track. Travelling farther afield? Check out Lonely Planet`s Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Northern Thailand for a comprehensive look at all the region has to offer. 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.`
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Lonely Planet Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Northern Thailand is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see & skip, & what hidden discoveries await you. Tempt your tastebuds with pho noodle soup in Vietnam, sail past the limestone peaks of Halong Bay, or experience the transcendent tranquility of temples like Angkor Wat; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Northern Thailand & begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet`s Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Northern Thailand 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
- customs, history, art, music, dance, landscapes, environment, cuisine- Over 70 maps- Covers Hanoi, Halong Bay, Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Sihanoukville, Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Golden Triangle & more


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Lonely Planet Wales is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see & skip, & what hidden discoveries await you. Walk the Wales Coast Path, explore Conwy Castle, or take a trip on the Welsh Highland Railway; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Wales & begin your journey now. Inside Lonely Planet`s Wales 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
- cuisine, outdoor activities, landscapes.
- Over 40 colour maps Covers Cardiff, Brecon Beacons, Swansea, the Gower, Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire, Aberystwyth, Snowdonia, Angelsey & more









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The Walking Guide series from Lonely Planet profiles in comprehensive detail the walking opportunities, from day walks to long distance hikes, available in a range of international destinations. Frank & informal in style, the guides introduce readers to a selection of walks in each country & are designed to be practical for use while travelling on the road. Each walk has been researched by a team of independent experts & is fully independent in its recommendations & suggestions, often offering individual takes on particular walks or treks. Widely recognised for their reliability, each Lonely Planet walking guide has the same layout, covering an extensive list of walks geographically by region. Introductory chapters provide facts about the country, including history, geography, geology & climate, as well as important facts for the walker such as suggested itineraries, when to walk, responsible walking, accommodation, food & drink, maps & weather information. There is also a dedicated clothing & equipment section, providing practical advice on what take, including relevant navigation equipment. A Health & safety section advises on pre-departure planning, staying healthy & safety on the walk or trek. Each guide is organised geographically by region, with further sub-regions also considered in each chapter. There is a selection of local stories, history & fact boxes about particular features of some of the routes throughout each guide. Each regional section gives general advice on relevant books & maps, climate, accommodation, places to eat & getting there & away. Individual walks or treks are described in extensive detail & fact boxes gives practical information on duration, distance, difficulty rating, start & finish points, the nearest town, local transport & a short summary of the route. Black & white sketch maps also provide an overview of the location of the walks in the region. A Travel Facts section at the back of each guide provides useful guidance & practical information on tourist offices, visas & documents, embassies, customs, money, post & communication, time, electricity, business hours, public holidays, getting there & away as well as getting around between each walk or trek. ...

Washington DC in the City Guide Series from Lonely Planet, profiling in comprehensive detail the history, major sights, best places to eat, nightlife, accommodation & shopping possibilities of an extensive range of cities worldwide. Frank & informal in style, the guides are renowned for their appeal to independent travellers & are written & researched by local authors. Each guide is divided into 11 main sections
- Getting Started, Background, Neighbourhoods, Shopping, Eating, Drinking & Nightlife, The Arts, Sports & Activities, Gay & Lesbian, Sleeping & Day Trips & Excursions. The Background section details the history, arts, architecture, environment, media, fashion & government & politics of the city. An ‘ Itinerary Builder’ in the Neighbourhoods chapter allows a reader to see at a glance the major attractions of each area & to plan a logical daily schedule independently. Extensive shopping & eating sections are arranged by area & there are contact details, addresses, opening times, page references to the relevant map as well as short descriptions of the more notable shops & eateries. ‘ Top Picks’ insets recommend some of the author’s personal favourite places to visit, sometimes exploring places off the beaten track. A detailed ‘ Sleeping’ section provides readers with a varied list of accommodation, ranging from budget hostels to high-end hotels & there is extensive detail about price, booking ahead & what to expect from different locations. There are also recommendations for day trips away from the city & other possible excursions outside the urban limits. Appendices offer further practical information on transportation, travelling with children, changing money, embassies, medical services & internet access. A pull-out overview map of the city is also included at the back of the book.
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Lonely Planet Washington, Oregon & the Pacific Northwest is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see & skip, & what hidden discoveries await you. Explore Washington wine country, hop a ferry to the San Juan Islands or dive into the hipster playground of Portland; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Washington, Oregon & the Pacific Northwest & begin your journey now. Inside Lonely Planet Washington, Oregon & the Pacific Northwest 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, music, architecture, politics, flora, wildlife, outdoor activities, road trips, cuisine, beer, wine
- Free, convenient pull-out Washington map (included in print version), plus over 50 maps Covers Seattle, Bellingham, the San Juan Islands, Olympic Peninsula, Washington Cascades, Central & Eastern Washington, Portl&, Wine Country, Ashl&, Eastern Oregon, Vancouver, Whistler, Vancouver Island & more.









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The Watching Wildlife series from Lonely Planet provides a comprehensive guide to observing wildlife in their natural habitats in some of the world’s most diverse areas. The guides cover a wide range of wildlife & include useful practical guidance on discovering what’s there & how to find it, background information on the animals & advice on planning, techniques & equipment. Designed to be practical, the guides allow reader to identify animals they want to see or which places they want to visit, allowing flexibility in planning any trip. Widely recognised for their reliability, Watching Wildlife Lonely Planet guides all have the same layout, covering the local nature, wildlife-watching, habitats, specific destinations & a wildlife gallery. Each guide has an introductory chapter on the natural history of the destination, including information on the local environment, wildlife, the impact of humans & conservation in the region. The Wildlife-watching chapter gives extensive tips & hints on the art of watching wildlife, with details of when to go, how to look, equipment & clothing, getting around & identifying animals. An extensive Destinations chapter sets out the best places to watch wildlife in the region, including overview maps to show each area, the sort of wildlife to expect & a ‘ Wildlife Highlights’ box identifying the main things to look out for. The Wildlife Gallery chapter features various pictures of the wildlife of the region as well as advice on how to recognise each one, their habitats, general behaviour, breeding & feeding patterns. ‘ Hotspots’ for particular animals are also reference at the bottom of each page. Mammals, birds & other forms of wildlife are all grouped separately. A Wildlife Checklist is also included, allowing visitors to keep track of the wildlife they have seen. ...

Lonely Planet West Africa is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see & skip, & what hidden discoveries await you. Explore the Senegalese music scene in Dakar, sun yourself in the coastal paradise of Freetown, or hike through lush highlands in Kpalime; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of West Africa & begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet West 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, religion, arts, cuisine, environment, sport, arts & crafts, culture- Over 80 maps- Covers Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Cote d` Ivoire, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Togo


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Lonely Planet West Coast Australia is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see & skip, & what hidden discoveries await you. Swim beside whale sharks, snorkel among pristine coral, surf off seldom-visited reefs & dive at one of the world`s premier locations at Ningaloo Marine Park, a World Heritage-listed marine park; drift from winery to craft brewery along country roads shaded by tall gum trees at Margaret River, one of Australia`s most beautiful wine regions; or discover the sophisticated restaurants showcasing modern Australian cuisine, chic cocktail bars hidden down unlikely lanes & the restored heritage buildings of Perth; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the best of West Coast Australia & begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet West Coast Australia 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
- wine, culture, history, indigenous art, outdoor activities, food- Free, convenient pull-out West Coast Australia regional map (included in print version), plus over 25 maps- Covers Perth, Fremantle, Rottnest Isl&, Margaret River, Bunbury, Albury, Monkey Mia, Broome, Geraldton, Coral Coast, Purnululu National Park, the Kimberly, Cable Beach & more


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