City Guide Melbourne is your first port of call forinspiration and practical information. Complete with beautifulcolour photography and sights cross-referenced by numbered dots tofull colour maps, the guide explores Melbourne's famous CricketGround, intriguing laneways, Victorian and modern architecture,top-class restaurants and vineyards, the spectacular scenery of theGreat Ocean Road, and much more.

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Discover Amsterdam Delve into the life of a great artist at the Van GoghMuseum Find the perfect brown café, secret hang-outs of Dutch drinkersfor centuries Find out how to skip the queues at the city's topattractions Spice up your visit at one of Amsterdam's Indonesianrestaurants In This Guide: Three authors, over 700 recommendations, five neighborhoodswalks, three bike tours Color Architecture chapter on the city's buildings, old andnew Comprehensive Day Trips chapter includes Leiden, Utrecht andHaarlem

For Dummies Travel guides are the ultimate user-friendly trip planners, combining the broad appeal and time-tested features of the For Dummies series with up-to-the-minute advice and information from the experts at Frommer's. Small trim size for use on-the-go Focused coverage of only the best hotels and restaurants in all price ranges Tear-out "cheat sheet" with full-color maps or easy reference pointers 作者简介： Donald Olson (Chapters 1–11 and 15) is a novelist, playwright, and travel writer. His newest novel, Confessions of a Pregnant Princess, was published in 2005 under the pen name Swan Adamson. His travel stories have appeared in The New York Times, Travel & Leisure, Sunset, National Geographic books, and many other publications. His guidebooks London For Dummies, Frommer’s Best Day Trips from London, Frommer’s Irreverent London, Germany For Dummies, and Frommer’s Vancouver & Victoria are all published by Wiley. He also writes England For Dummies, which w

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Discover Munich, Bavaria The BlackForest Toast a stranger under ancient chestnuttrees at Munich's vast beer gardens Glide across fresh snow as you cross-country ski through wintrywoodlands Look out for the 'magic table' and peacock throne at pocket-sizedpalace, Schloss Linderhof Drive through a fairy tale on the Romantic Road and discoverenchanting detours away from the crowds In This Guide: New chapters on the Black Forest and walking in the BavarianAlps

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Written by more than 175 outspoken travelers around the globe, Frommer’s Complete Guides help travelers experience places the way locals do. More annually updated guides than any other series 16-page color section and foldout map in all annual guides Outspoken opinions, exact prices, and suggested itineraries Dozens of detailed maps in an easy-to-read, two-color design

Discover Mexico City Gape atthe terrifying snake-skirted Aztec goddess Coatlicue at theNational Anthropology Museum Munch on tacos al pastor at 3am after a night dancing salsawith Cuban emigres Mingle with yuppies and art punks among the fading art deco facadesand flashy boutiques of the Colonia Condesa Cry into your tequila as mariachis serenade you with songs of loveand heartbreak in Plaza Garibaldi In This Guide: Two authors, 63 days of in-city research, 12 walking tours Fourteen day trips and excursions, including jaunts to thetourist-free calm of Tlaxcala, the pyramids of Teotihuacan andsilver capital Taxco Extensive dining coverage, from tacos on the street to Mexicanhaute cuisine Content updated daily - visit lonelyplanet.com forup-to-the-minute reviews, news and traveler insights

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Culture Smart! provides essential information on attitudes,beliefs and behavior in different countries, ensuring that youarrive at your destination aware of basic manners, commoncourtesies, and sensitive issues. These concise guides tell youwhat to expect, how to behave, and how to establish a rapport withyour hosts. This inside knowledge will enable you to steer clear ofembarrassing gaffes and mistakes, feel confident in unfamiliarsituations, and develop trust, friendships, and successful businessrelationships. Culture Smart! offers illuminating insights into the culture andsociety of a particular country. It will help you to turn yourvisit-whether on business or for pleasure-into a memorable andenriching experience. Contents include * customs, values, and traditions * historical, religious, and political background * life at home * leisure, social, and cultural life * eating and drinking * do's, don'ts, and taboos * business practices * communicat

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From the Back Cover Hundreds of color photos Free pocket map inside,plus easy-to-read maps throughout Exact prices, directions, opening hours,and other practicalinformation Candid reviews of hotels and restaurants,plus sights, shopping,and nightlife Itineraries, walking tours, and trip-planning ideas Insider tips from local expert authors

Discover Cape Town. See how Cape Town plays 'the world game' -pick a local football team, grab your plastic trumpet and supportyour boys with thousands of other cheering fans. Learn the easyways (and the hard ways) to climb Table Mountain. Find your wayaround Cape Town's delicious cuisines, whether seafood (meatysnoek), African (tasty, fried chakalaka), or Afrikaner (spicyboerewors). Discover the most eco-friendly ways to get face to facewith Jaws while shark-cage diving off the coast. In This Guide:Over 700 hours of on-the-road research, three expert authors, 32detailed maps. Unparalleled wines and wineries coverage - find outwhich of Cape Town's 200 wineries is worth a visit, and how toidentify a good drop once you get there. Get off the tourist trail- discover the Cape Town that only the locals know, withinterviews, tips and advice from locals in the know.

Swoon beneath the colorful onion domes and riotousdesign of beloved St Basil's Cathedral Step into Red Square and surround yourself with centuriesof Russian politics and intrigue Sip a cocktail and contemplate Moscow's contemporary artwhile DJs spin tunes Discover the villages of yesteryear Russia amid the rollingcountryside of the Golden Ring The best accommodation options and in-depth coverage ofMoscow's nightlife and theater scenes Tips on how to navigate the red tape and secure yourRussian visa Walking tours that guide you to atmospheric streets, topsights and local hideaways Content updated daily - visit lonelyplanet.com forup-to-the-minute reviews, updates and traveler insights

Experience a place the way the locals do. Enjoy the best it has to offer. And avoid tourist traps. At Frommer’s, we use 150 outspoken travel experts around the world to help you make the right choices. Frommer’s. Your guide to a world of travel experience. Choose the Only Guide That Gives You: Outspoken opinions on what’s worth your time and what’s not. Exact prices, so you can plan the perfect trip no matter what your budget. Off-the-beaten-path experiences and undiscovered gems, plus new takes on top attractions. The best hotels and restaurants in every price range, with candid reviews.