#1 Bestselling guidebook to Japan

Classic. Comprehensive. Crucial. - Library Journal

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Japan.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from visiting Yoshino for Japan's most famous cherry-blossom-viewing festival to sipping sake at a 300-year-old brewery in Niigata, and exploring the Unesco-listed streetscapes of Hagi.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet'sJapan Travel Guide:

• Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• Updated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Japan and connect experiences together with ease
• Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including climbing Mt Fuji, visiting Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest temple, and experiencing the extravagant shrine of Tosho-gu
• Special features on onsen etiquette, Japanese food, and the 88 sacred temples pilgrimage
• Expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
• Connect with Japanese culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Tokyo
• Covers Tokyo, Mt Fuji & around Tokyo, Central Honshu & the Japan Alps, Kyoto, Kansai, Hiroshima & Western Honshu, Northern Honshu, Sapporo & Hokkaido, Shikoku, Kyushu, Okinawa & the Southwest Islands

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Japan.

Uncover our planet's most sensational secrets with this mind-boggling atlas of mysteries that's packed with more than 100 strange and unexplained enigmas.

What happened to the Bermuda Triangle? Where have Bigfoot, the Yeti, and the Yowie been sighted? Why does the legend of Area 51 fascinate us? Bursting with stories about ghostly hauntings, bizarre disappearances, and curious cryptids, this awesome guide to the unusual is the ultimate fact-packed mystery book for readers all over the world.

Inside Mysterious World:

• More than 100 famous and obscure mysteries from across the planet
• Provides a global view of all that is unexplained with continent-based chapters that take an in-depth look at each thrilling tale
• Fascinating fun facts for kids to impress their friends and family with, plus historic photographs, maps, illustrations, and bespoke original art throughout
• Contents include: North America - Roswell, USA; The Oak Island Mystery, Canada; Pacal the Great, Mexico. South America - El Dorado, Colombia; Nazca Lines, Peru; The Devil's Lagoon, Chile. Europe - The Missing Lighthouse Keepers, UK; The Crooked Forest, Poland; The Tatzelwurm, Central Europe. Africa - The Curse of Tutankhamun, Egypt; Kongamato, Zambia; The Dogon and Sirius, Mali. Asia - The Mongolian Death Worm, Mongolia; The Sky Caves, Nepal; Naga Fireballs, Thailand. Oceania - The Yowie, Australia; The Kaikōura Lights, New Zealand; The Giant Heads of Rapa Nui
• Written by Laura Knowles, author of It Starts with a Seed, which won the 2017 Margaret Mallett Award for Children's Nonfiction

Mysterious World is the much-anticipated follow up to Lonely Planet Kids' Hidden Wonders. If it's unexplained, peculiar and strange, it's in this book...

Beware! The world's deadliest creatures reside in the pages of this epic kid's animal atlas... do you dare to meet them all?

Discover the world's scariest beasts in this ultimate compendium of our planet's most fearsome predators. From snakes, sharks, and spiders to tigers, eagles, and jellyfish, curious kids will learn how these deadly animals spend their lives, defend their territories, and maintain the health of our ecosystem.

Inside Deadly Animal Atlas:

• Thrilling photography, amazing illustrations, and original artwork make this a vibrant and engaging book for adventurous readers
• Insightful maps, diagrams, and fact-packed content guide children through the stealthiest predators on Earth, continent-by-continent
• Fun interactive elements like lift-the-flaps, fold-out maps, and open-the-gatefolds keep children entertained and bring this awesome book to life
• Covers important topics including the problems animals are facing through habitat loss and climate change and highlights the measures being used to alleviate them
• Covers regions: North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, Australasia and Oceans
• Written by Camilla de la Bedoyere, author of over 250 books including Lonely Planet Kids' Bird Atlas
• Illustrated by Dusan Lakicevic and Alek Sotirovski

Deadly Animal Atlas is the latest in Lonely Planet Kids' awesome animal atlas series, which includes Dinosaur Atlas, Animal Atlas, Ocean Animal Atlas, and Bird Atlas. This is the perfect gift for kids who wish to track down the world's most terrifying beasts - all from the safety of an armchair.

Lonely Planet's Africa is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the continent has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Visit wineries on the cape, swim the turquoise waters of Mozambique and view the pyramids of Giza; all with your trusted travel companion.

Inside Lonely Planet's Africa Travel Guide:

Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination's best experiences and where to have them

Itineraries help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interests
Local insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - whether it's history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politics

Eating and drinking - get the most out of your gastronomic experience as we reveal the regional dishes and drinks you have to try

Toolkit - all of the planning tools for solo travellers, LGBTQIA+ travellers, family travellers and accessible travel

Colour maps and images throughout
Language - essential phrases and language tips

Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots

Covers Egypt, Tanzania, Morocco, Botswana, Mozambique, South Africa, Madagascar, Kenya, Ethiopia, Ghana, Nigeria, Cabo Verde and more

About Lonely Planet:

Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travellers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet).

'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, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)

The ultimate introduction to rocks, minerals, and gemstones for kids - and grown-ups too!

What are rocks? How do fossils form? Are rocks different across the world? The Rocks Book has all the answers for curious readers, budding geologists - and petrologists! Learn about rocks from space, tips on how to collect rocks sustainably, and discover an epic directory of rocks and minerals to help kids identify treasures found on rock hunting trips.

Inside The Rocks Book:

• An incredible breadth of knowledge about the planet's many rocks and minerals written in an engaging and informative way for children and grown-ups alike
• Rocks around the world are explored continent by continent across North America, South America, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, Oceania, Antarctica, and even Under the Sea
• Fun sections and features including Rock Detectives and Be a Rock Collector! keep kids entertained and aid learning
• Fascinating 'Directory of Rocks and Minerals' provides in-depth coverage of basalt, obsidian, sandstone, marble, gold, copper, and many more
• Written by Nancy Dickmann, author of Lonely Planet Kids' Amazing Night Sky Atlas and Amazing Ancient History Atlas

Find out what the world is made of, from top to bottom, with The Rocks Book - the latest addition to Lonely Planet Kids' The Fact Book series. This is the ultimate study of rocks for geology-loving kids and the perfect gift for curious children who want to learn more about our planet.

Lonely Planet's Mexican Spanish Phrasebook and Dictionary is your handy passport to culturally enriching travels with the most relevant and useful Latin American Spanish phrases and vocabulary for all your travel needs.Order Mexican delicacies at restaurants, bargain for the best price at markets, and discuss Mayan history with the locals; all with your trusted travel companion.

Get More From Your Trip with Easy-to-Find Phrases for Every Travel Situation!

Feel at ease with essential tips on culture, manners, idioms and multiple meanings

Order with confidence, explain food allergies, and try new foods with the menu decoder

Save time and hassles with vital phrases at your fingertips

Never get stuck for words with the 3500-word two-way, quick-reference dictionary

Be prepared for both common and emergency travel situations with practical phrases and terminology

Meet friends with conversation starter phrases

Get your message across with easy-to-use pronunciation guides

Inside Lonely Planet's Mexican Spanish Phrasebook and Dictionary:

Full-color throughout

User-friendly layout organized by travel scenario categories

Survival phrases inside front cover for at-a-glance, on-the-fly cues

Convenient features

5 Phrases to Learn Before You Go

10 Ways to Start a Sentence

10 Phrases to Sound like a Local

Listen For - phrases you may hear

Look For - phrases you may see on signs

Shortcuts - easy-to-remember alternatives to the full phrases

QandA - suggested answers to questions asked

Covers

Basics - time, dates, numbers, amounts, pronunciation, reading tips, grammar rules

Practical - travel with kids, disabled travelers, sightseeing, business, banking, post office, internet, phones, repairs, bargaining, accommodations, directions, border crossing, transport

Social - meeting people, interests, feelings, opinions, going out, romance, culture, activities, weather

Safe Travel - emergencies, police, doctor, pharmacist, dentist, symptoms, conditions

Food - ordering, at the market, at the bar, dishes, ingredients

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Mexican Spanish Phrasebook and Dictionary, a pocket-sized comprehensive language guide, provides on-the-go language assistance; great for language students and travelers looking to interact with locals and immerse themselves in local culture.

About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day.

'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, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)

packed with insights and knowledge from Lonely Planet experts so that you can make your dream trip happen - Sydney Morning Herald

The definitive bucket list travel guide featuring 100 dream trips across the world - packed with insights and knowledge from Lonely Planet experts so you can make them happen.

Adventures throughout the book feature spectacular photography, the ideal itinerary, practical planning information, and tales from travellers who have experienced the trip, plus background coverage of the regional specialities. Travel themes include culture, history, activities, food and drink, and simply exploring an amazing new destination.

Inside Dream Trips of the World:

• 100 dream trips to destinations all over the globe
• Detailed itineraries for adventures from two days to three weeks with suggestions on areas to visit, must-see sights and landmarks, and unforgettable activities
• At a glance recommendations on where to eat, sleep and shop, plus the must-do experiences to enjoy during your trip
• Travel experts and local voices present insights and local knowledge to help you fulfil your travel goals
• Essential practical planning information including how to get there with details of sustainable transport options where possible, when to go, and things of note including gear to pack for different climates
• Breathtaking photography to inspire your next adventure and 50 detailed maps
• Dream trips include: Americas & Antarctica - Expedition to Antarctica; trekking in Patagonia; island hopping in the Bahamas; rafting the Grand Canyon; discovering Kaua 'i's natural wonders. Europe - Road tripping Iceland's epic ring road; romance in Paris; Andalucia's magical cities; hiking the Juliana Trail. Africa & the Middle East - cruising the Nile; road tripping through Namibia; mountain gorillas in Rwanda; the empty quarter of Oman. Asia & Oceania - Bhutan's blissful valleys and monasteries; following a Southeast Asian food trail; diving into the Southern Great Barrier Reef; discovering New Zealand's South Island's legendary landscapes

Make your travel dreams a reality with this must-have guide for globetrotters. This is the perfect gift for anyone in need of some inspiration for their next adventure, or a fantastic self-purchase for those who want to turn their wishful thinking into an action plan.

the perfect book to have on hand when you're wondering where to go next - The Independent

indispensable - The Design Files

the sky___er, the planet's the limit - Editor's Choice, Best Products

these are the shining stars - Who Weekly

the essential gift for the traveller in your life - Woman's Day

Discover the greatest places to experience right now in our epic annual bestselling guide that ranks the world's hottest countries, regions, and cities. Featuring our traditional top 10 lists plus NEW top 10 categories, amazing photography and insider tips, you'll find mountains of inspiration to take you from the ordinary to the unforgettable.

Want to know more about the emerging travel hotspots and best value destinations for 2025? You've come to the right place. Our expert panel of self-confessed travel geeks have joined forces once again to present a year's worth of exciting must-visit places and out-of-this-world experiences. Let's go!

Inside Lonely Planet'sBest in Travel 2025:

• Top 10 countries, top 10 cities, and top 10 regions ranked by our expert panel of judges
• Includes top 5 lists for specific destinations, which position attractions and activities within the area
• Brand new top 10 categories add a fresh and energetic approach to trip planning by covering trending and up-and-coming travel themes
• Features details on when to go with practical advice and indispensable travel tips to help you get there
• Voted on by Lonely Planet's writers, staff and community
• Presented with a vibrant cover with new internal layouts that include a refreshed map design and photography

Never has there been a more hotly contested topic at Lonely Planet than the best places to visit. This book is our answer. It is the perfect gift for globetrotters in search of new adventures, and the ultimate self-purchase for anyone thinking of planning a once-in-a-lifetime trip in the year to come.

About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travellers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet).

an eye-opening tour of the varied ways cultures grapple with what lies beyond - Publisher's Weekly

This illuminating book reveals how cultures and communities around the world grieve their loved ones - with lessons we can all learn from to help us all live (and die) well.

Divided into four key chapters: Celebrating, Commemorating, Mourning, and Offering, readers will discover resting places, burials, rituals, and symbols that have been associated with death throughout time.

Inside Lonely Planet's Guide to Death, Grief and Rebirth:

• Over 35 incredible customs from cultures and communities across the planet that explore our beliefs and traditions surrounding death, grief, and rebirth
• Special in-depth featuresexamine elements of death in greater detail including: festivals and celebrations; remarkable catacombs; symbols of death and rebirth; the world's most impressive tombs
• Insightful first-person accounts and essays from locals discussing their relationship and experiences with death
• Vibrant illustrations and photography explain the customs and rituals in a gracious manner
• Themes and events featured within the book: Jazz funerals (New Orleans); Turning of the bones (Madagascar); Burial beads (South Korea); Fantasy coffins (Ghana); Lakota soul keepers (USA); Islamic funeral customs; death wailing; the people paid to weep; Swedish death cleaning; Green burials; and more

Lonely Planet's Guide to Death, Grief and Rebirth is the ultimate self-purchase, or gift, for anyone looking to gain a fresh perspective into the ways we process death as a society and as individuals.

Lonely Planet's Experience Tokyo travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic city with insider tips from our local experts and handy planning tools so you can create your own unique trip.

Discover amazing local experiences from climbing the inimitable Mt Fuji, to eating traditional Japanese sweets called wagashi, and seeing what the cool kids are wearing when you stroll down fashion mecca Takeshita-dori.

Build a one-of-a-kind trip with Lonely Planet's ExperienceTokyo travel guide:

• Our Experience guidebook format reveals exciting new ways to explore epic destinations and plan the ultimate 1-2 week adventure
• Local experts share their love for the real Tokyo, offering fresh perspectives into the city's traditions, values, and modern trends
• Trip planning tools help you create your own itineraries for exploring each neighbourhood so you can navigate Tokyo and connect experiences together with ease
• Experience the perfect day with our local writers who share their ideal itinerary from morning to afternoon and night
• In the know tips help you discover even more local experiences when visiting well-known sights and landmarks
• Fun insights will pique your curiosity and take you to the heart of the place - learn about the history and culture of Onsen; glimpse into the world of anime and discover how it's made; get to know the Nihombashi district and its culinary revival
• Insider scoop on the best festivals, secret hangouts, hidden locations, tantalising local food scene, and photo-worthy views
• Handy seasonal planning calendar guides you on where to go, when to travel, and what to pack
• QR codes unlock extra digital content, know-how, and travel secrets
• Practical information on money, getting around, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travel
• Inspiring full-colour photography and maps including a pull out map of Tokyo
• Covers: Ginza & Nihombashi; Roppongi, Akasaka & Around; Shibuya & Ebisu; Harajuku & Aoyama; Shinjuku & West Tokyo; Korakuen & Akihabara; Ueno & Yanesen; Asakusa & Sumida-gawa

Create your own dream travel itinerary and get away from the everyday with Lonely Planet's Experience Tokyo.

Discover the best of Europe - one weekend at a time - with this collection of 100 short trip itineraries with maps to feed your wanderlust and inspire your next getaway.

Explore Vienna's vines, Umbria's hilltop towns, and Oxford's literary legends with 100 carefully plotted and mapped travel itineraries featuring epic escapes to discrete islands; hidden and unexpected sides of well-known destinations; fun family outdoor adventures; and cultural city breaks. It's time to start planning your next European adventure!

Inside 100 Weekends in Europe:

• 100 easy-to-follow short trip itineraries to amazing destinations in Europe from Scandinavia to Spain and everywhere in between
• Discover the weekend's most surprising experiences, must-see sights, and must-do activities and explore the rich culture, history, and foods of each place
• Extra sidebar content reveals topics of local interest so you can learn about must-try eateries, famous artists from the region, community customs and traditions, and more
• Packed with practical travel advice with details on where to stay, when to go, and how to get there
• Local maps and vibrant photography accompany each exciting European itinerary
• Includes recommendations on how to extend your trip if you have the time
• Contents include: Southern Europe - Trace Madrid's history through the arts; be bedazzled by Seville & the Costa de la Luz; discover island bliss in Gozo and Comino. Western Europe - Soak up cultural capital in Brussels; admire the architecture in Rotterdam; find romance in Lucerne. Central and Eastern Europe - Be moved by the past in Warsaw; uncover another side of Prague; learn about Balkan history in Sofia. Northern Europe - Browse the cool neighbourhoods of South London; set sail for the Faroe Islands; experience the drama of the fjords in western Norway

Whether you're travelling solo, with family, or friends, 100 Weekends in Europe offers the ultimate collection of short trip itineraries to inspire your next getaway so you can enjoy la dolce vita.

Lonely Planet's Mandarin Phrasebook and Dictionary is your handy passport to culturally enriching travels with the most relevant and useful Indian phrases and vocabulary for all your travel needs. Order authentic street food, chat over a game of mah jong and bargain at the market; all with your trusted travel companion.

Get More From Your Trip with Easy-to-Find Phrases for Every Travel Situation!

Feel at ease with essential tips on culture, manners, idioms and multiple meanings

Order with confidence, explain food allergies, and try new foods with the menu decoder

Save time and hassles with vital phrases at your fingertips

Never get stuck for words with the 3500-word two-way, quick-reference dictionary

Be prepared for both common and emergency travel situations with practical phrases and terminology

Meet friends with conversation starter phrases

Get your message across with easy-to-use pronunciation guides

Inside Lonely Planet's Mandarin Phrasebook and Dictionary:

Full-colour throughout

User-friendly layout organised by travel scenario categories

Survival phrases inside front cover for at-a-glance, on-the-fly cues

Convenient features

5 Phrases to Learn Before You Go

10 Ways to Start a Sentence

10 Phrases to Sound like a Local

Listen For - phrases you may hear

Look For - phrases you may see on signs

Shortcuts - easy-to-remember alternatives to the full phrases

QandA - suggested answers to questions asked

Covers

Basics - time, dates, numbers, amounts, pronunciation, reading tips, grammar rules

Practical - travel with kids, disabled travellers, sightseeing, business, banking, post office, internet, phones, repairs, bargaining, accommodation, directions, border crossing, transport

Social - meeting people, interests, feelings, opinions, going out, romance, culture, activities, weather

Safe Travel - emergencies, police, doctor, chemist, dentist, symptoms, conditions

Food - ordering, at the market, at the bar, dishes, ingredients

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Mandarin Phrasebook and Dictionary, a pocket-sized comprehensive language guide, provides on-the-go language assistance; great for language students and travellers looking to interact with locals and immerse themselves in local culture.

About Lonely Planet:

Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travellers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet).

'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, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)

These trains are so much more than a way to get from A to B - Australian Traveller

The definitive guide to the world's most remarkable train journeys presenting 60 memorable travel experiences by rail.

Each of the featured itineraries provides an illustrated route map, breathtaking images, and a handy infographic showing key stops and moments. This is the ultimate book of train travel inspiration for anyone wishing to embark on a sustainable expedition and delight in the people and places encountered along the way.

Inside Amazing Train Journeys:

• Fully revised and updated 2nd edition featuring60 of the best train journeys on the planet from classic long-haul trips, to little-known gems, and those which have achieved Unesco World Heritage status
• 10 incredible NEW adventures by rail including: Ferrocarril de Sóller (Spain); Linha do Douro (Portugal); The Flåmsbana (Norway); The Kusttram (Belgium); Havana to Santiago de Cuba (Cuba); Mombasa to Nairobi (Kenya); Kalka to Shimla (India); Tokaido & Sanyo Shinkansen (Japan); Mr Henderson's Railway (Spain); Tangier to Marrkesh (Morocco)
• Stunning photography, route map, and journey tracker infographics so you know where to sit for the best views; when to spot iconic landmarks; and train stops to disembark at to extend the fun
• Expert insights and fascinating background information that bring each train experience to life
• Practical information on how to book; plus distance, duration, and departure details to get you from A to B
• Features a foreword by Mark Smith: The Man in Seat 61
• Contents include: The Blue Train (South Africa); The Tazara Railway (Tanzania & Zambia); The Sunset Limited (USA); The Rocky Mountaineer (Canada); Perurail's Lake Titicaca Railway (Peru); The Copper Canyon Railway (Mexico); The Darjeeling Toy Train (India); The Post Road Train (Japan); The Reunification Express (Vietnam); The Glacier Express (Switzerland); The East Coast Main Line (England & Scotland); Munich to Venice on the Brenner Railway (Germany, Austria & Italy); Cannes to Menton (France); The Ghan (Australia); The Northern Explorer (New Zealand)

Snake your way through mountain peaks, along mesmerising coastlines, or past patchwork fields with this exquisite guide that makes the perfect gift for railway enthusiasts or anyone looking for inspiration on how to travel the world responsibly.

Buckle up for the next installment in our Epic series and the follow-up to Epic Drives of the World. Showcasing 50 of the Americas' greatest road trips across North and South America as well as the Caribbean, you'll discover classic drives including the Pacific Coast Highway, Gaspesie Loop in Canada and the Hana Highway in Hawaii, plus lesser-known routes. We cover a huge variety of themes and experiences across drives that range from a few hours to a week or more.

Each of the featured drives include:

• First-person accounts from writers who have completed the drive
• Challenge level grading: easy / harder / epic
• Inspirational photography, maps and practical information to follow the writer's journey
• Driving factbox: when is the best time to drive, vehicle hire information, how to get there, what to take
• Expert travel advice: where to stay, recommended detours, the best places to eat
• Suggestions for similar drives

With a vibrant cover illustrated by Ross Murray, this beautiful hardback continues this collectible series. Whether you're a regular road tripper or just want to explore your destination in a new way, Epic Road Trips of the Americas will inspire a lifetime of adventures out on the open road.

About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day.

'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, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia)

The ultimate adventure awaits in this guide to the coolest, weirdest, and most exciting super trips on the planet! Where would kids go on holiday if they were in charge? It's time to find out...

Discover creepy vampire legends in Transylvania; visit the world's largest toy shop in London; eat a futuristic meal at a robot restaurant in China! This must-read book for budding globetrotters is packed with brain-busting knowledge, facts, and photos, to encourage an even greater love for our awesome planet.

Inside Your Ultimate Travel Adventure List:

• Bursting with bucket-list experiences that showcase our planet's most incredible places
• Entertaining and experiential approach means children learn about the history of each place as well as the fantastically fun things you can do there
• Vibrant photos and amazing facts keep readers engaged on every page
• Find favourite experiences with ease using the handy shortcuts to super trips: 8 Amazing Activities; 5 Great Ways to Get Wet; 6 Iconic Landmarks; 6 Incredible Rides; 10 Special Cities; 8 Fun-Packed Museums; and more
• Adventures include: TheAmericas - Experience movie magic (Hollywood, USA); Enjoy treetop adventures (Costa Rica). Europe - Jump in a husky sled (Norway); Watch volcanoes explode (Italy). Africa - Discover the secrets of the pharaohs (Egypt); Marvel at an alien landscape (Ethiopia). Asia - Climb to the top of the world's tallest building (Dubai); Watch snow monkeys enjoy a hot bath (Japan). Oceania & Antarctica - Feed jumping crocodiles (Australia); Swim alongside manta rays (Fiji).
• Written by Anna Brett, an author and editor of children's books who has penned a number of Lonely Planet Kids' books including: Daredevils' Guide to Dangerous Places, Daredevil's Guide to Outer Space, World's Coolest Jobs, and The Incredible Human Body Tour

Explore all that our awesome world has to offer in this epic adventure list for kids. This is the ultimate children's travel book to ignite young reader's curiosity about our planet.

brilliantly informative, but it's also seriously stylish - The Independent

Get inspired for your next adventure with this incredible collection of 100 unforgettable North American destinations that are far from the tourist trail.

From under-the-radar national parks to small towns with big personalities, these remarkable unsung spots have so much to offer. Travelers will also learn more about the heart of each place; its history; and how to support the local community during a visit.

Inside Offbeat North America:

• 100 lesser-known places with hidden gems from each of the USA's 50 states, along with Canada, Mexico, and the Dominican Republic
• Features 25 additional bonus offbeat destinations to put on your radar including Clear Lake in California, Stehekin in Washington, Boone in North Carolina, and more
• Go if you like comparisons offering magnificent alternatives to over-populated sites and landmarks
• Amazing crowd-free experiences accompany each destination
• Insider knowledge on how your visit can make a positive impact on local businesses
• Helpful tips for first-time travelers
• Expert advice on why you should go, when you should go and how to get there
• Presented in a beautiful hardcover format with striking photography, practical planning information and handy locator maps

Perfect for curious minds, this inspiring guide is a must-read for anyone dreaming of, or planning, a sustainable adventure in North America. Gift this unique book to the traveler in your life or simply keep these off-the-beaten track destinations all to yourself.

Although you can get by in France without speaking the language, knowing just a few essential phrases can help you make friends, enjoy service with a smile, and discover richer, more rewarding travel experiences. Fast Talk French is the concise language guide that is guaranteed to get you talking with confidence.

Taste your way around the cellars of Champagne, explore the sights of Paris, or grab that great shopping bargain.

Essential phrases to meet all your travel needs

How to get local recommendations

Easy-to-use pronunciation guides

Expert tips to boost your confidence

About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day.

'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, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)

Although you can get by in Italy without speaking the language, knowing just a few essential phrases can help you make friends, enjoy service with a smile, and discover richer, more rewarding travel experiences. Fast Talk Italian is the concise language guide that is guaranteed to get you talking with confidence.

Experience a delicious meal at a no-menu trattoria, find a hidden art gallery off the tourist trail, or discover the best cappuccino in Rome.

Essential phrases to meet all your travel needs

How to get local recommendations

Easy-to-use pronunciation guides

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About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day.

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Meet brave princesses, kind giants, magical elves, and vengeful serpents in this beautifully illustrated collection of traditional tales from around the world.

From African animal fables to Native American trickster tales, curious readers will find 20 spellbinding retellings of ancient stories from across the continents. Take a peek into the memories, fears, and dreams of the people who first told these stories hundreds - or even thousands - of years ago.

Inside A Treasury of Traditional Tales:

• 20 traditional tales from around the world passed down over the years and retold from authors who represent the heritage of each tale's region
• Important lessons on living your best life, facing dangers, being brave, and respecting nature can be found within the stories
• Arranged continent-by-continent with stunning illustrations by Bulgarian born, Finland-based artist, Teo Georghiev
• Stories include: North America - Raven Brings Light to the World (Haida Gwaii, Canada); The Uktena's Diamond (Cherokee Nation, USA); Sisimites (Mexico); Tata Duende (Belize). South America - Nine-Night (Guyana); Iara (Brazil); Pachakamaq and Pachamama (Peru). Africa - The Spider and the Turtle (Nigeria); The Love of a Hippo (Kenya); Why the Owl Flies at Night (Zimbabwe). Europe - The Bear Princess (England); Branwen (Wales); The Seven Wishes (Sweden). Oceania - The Rainbow Serpent (Australia); Māui Discovers Fire (New Zealand); Tigilau Versus Seia (Samoa). Asia - The Merchant and the Parrot (Ancient Persia); The King, the Queen and the Bee (Ancient Israel); The King, the Beetle and the Silk Thread (India); The Magic Dragon Boat (China)

A Treasury of Traditional Tales is the much-anticipated follow-up to Lonely Planet Kids' Myths and Legends of the World and Spooky Stories of the World. This is the ultimate collection of stories for readers who love tales filled with magic, mystery, travel, and adventure.

Discover 300 unforgettable travel experiences for families with kids and teenagers in this ultimate trip planner for every month of the year!

From spotting throngs of penguins on South Africa's Boulders Beach in January to seeing Hong Kong's dazzling festoon of lights at the city's seasonal Winterfest in December, Where To Go When With Kids is the comprehensive trip planner of inspiring month-by-month adventures to spark your family's curiosity and create memories to last a lifetime.

Inside Where To Go When With Kids:

• 300 out-of-this-world travel ideas for families with children up to the age of 16
• Chapters are arranged by month with fun flowcharts to guide readers to their ideal trip from short breaks to one week or two week escapes
• Infographicscategorise family adventures by budget and age from 'good value' to 'expensive but worth it' plus 'tots to pre-tweens' and 'older kids and teens'
• Each month features the best 25 travel recommendations for that time of year; insider intel on why each place is so wonderful at that exact moment; and eight unmissable events to enjoy while there
• Experiences include wildlife watching; attractions and theme parks; cultural landmarks; food and drink trips; beaches; thrill-seeking activities; and more
• Written by Lonely Planet's team of travel expert parents who provide trip planning tips; need-to-knows; how-to insights; and suggestions of other times throughout the year to visit the destinations

Find your next travel experience for the whole family, whenever and wherever you want to go, in this inspiring follow-up to Lonely Planet's best selling Where to Go When: the perfect self-purchase or gift for adventurous parents.