Step-by-Step London reveals this iconic capital through aselection of clearly laid-out walks and tours, complemented bybeautiful, full-color pictures, an authoritative narrative voice,and a wealth of practical information, all in a compact package.The guide starts with Recommended Tours, suggesting the book’s besttours for foodies, families, and art buffs, among others. In theOverview, an engaging introduction reveals essential backgroundinformation on London’s culture, geography, and lifestyle, plus thelowdown on food, drink, shopping, entertainment, and local history.This provides all the background information needed to set thewalks and tours in context. The Walks and Tours section features 20irresistible self-guided routes, from the traditional big royalsights, and the attractions of the National Galleries, CoventGarden and Soho, to the historic City of London and the vibrantSouth Bank, with trips further afield to leafy Hampstead andmaritime Greenwich. All show step by step how to get the most outof

There's never been a better time to experience Thailand's world-class islands and beaches, pristine sands and crystal clear waters await. Expanded coverage on remote islands; new diving & other activities special chapter; indepth history, culture and food & drink chapters; more than 85 easy to use maps. EXPERT AUTHORS - providing the best insider tips and tricks UNBEATABLE ACCURACY - updated on the road, in person by regional experts THE WORLD'S BEST TRAVEL MAPS - more then 80 detailed maps inside NO GUESSWORK - opinionated reviews and inspiring highlights sections

Discover Kyoto Celebrate the seasons at an elaborate geishadance Rid yourself of bad karma at Jingo-ji - just try not to getaddicted Sift through reams of vintage kimono fabric at the local fleamarkets Make a night of it in the baths at Funaoka Onsen In This Guide: The only full city guide to Kyoto Personally researched by a long-term resident author New coverage of traditional crafts, with the best places to buyhandmade paper, fans and pottery Content updated daily - visit lonelyplanet.com forup-to-the-minute reviews, updates and traveler insights.

Frommer's. The best trips start here. Experience a place the way the locals do. Enjoy the best it has to offer. Insider tips from our expert authors on exploring the best of Down Under, from the Outback to the Great Barrier Reef, Sydney to Perth, and everywhere in between. Outspoken opinions on what's worth your time and what's not. Exact prices, so you can plan the perfect trip whatever your budget. Off-the-beaten-path experiences and undiscovered gems, plus new takes on top attractions.

Ease into the best of sophisticated Bali, with its pampering, relaxation and shopping. Against a backdrop of rice terraces, beaches and forests, Bali constantly reinvents and reveals itself through vibrant culture, exotic flavours and world-class design. Such a little island, but so many experiences - Best of Bali gathers them all into a pocket-sized guide. 作者简介： Michael Day：Michael wrote all chapters not written by Marian Carroll.He first visited Bali as part of an Indonesia-wide trip in 1997,just in time to witness the Sumatran forest fires and the meltdown of Indonesia's economy.He returned in 2002 and 2006.On each visit,some event just as catastrophic as's 97 had just occurred or was about to occur.Next time he visits he hopes there will be no news. Thanks to Marian for her help and hospitality,and to Marg and all the folks at LP who worked on this book.Boundless gratitude to Verity.who was left holding the baby-I'm still amazed you let me do this…

Travelers from all over the world have grown to appreciate China's history and scenery. In 2008, the growing world power is sure to become an even more popular destination with the start of the Beijing Olympics. Officially sanctioned by the Chinese government, Travel Around China is an overview of tourism in this intriguing country, from Beijing to the Great Wall and beyond. Considering a trip to China? This beautiful, four-color guide gives you a full account of everything to expect. Each province is broken down into regional sections—perfect for planning tours. Also included are local cuisine, popular festivals, recommended travel routes for long and shorter tours, and transportation and accommodation tips. Lavishly illustrated with hundreds of color pictures of China's highlights, this book is a must-have for anyone planning a trip to this unique country.

Australia & New Zealand (on a shoestring) Travelling on a shoestring doesn't have to mean threadbare experiences. Journey from one far-flung corner of Australia to another, and from New Zealand's northernmost fingernail to its detached southern toe with the following itinerary samples from our latest edition of Australia & New Zealand on a shoestring: Going to Extremes Journey to the ends of NZ and Australian terra firma and experience places far removed from ordinary life on this all-points-of-the-compass tour. Our suggested starting and stopping points are fairly arbitrary - you can begin or end this trip pretty much anywhere you like. From the bright lights of Sydney, venture down to the heel of the state of Victoria to explore the faunal riches and captivating walking tracks of Wilsons Promontory. Freshen up in Melbourne before catching a ferry over to the island-state of Tasmania, where you'll find the touchingly sombre Port Arthur and the postcard-perfect, dreamy Freycinet Peninsula. On

Book De*ion Shanghai is rapidly becoming the economic and cultural powerhouse not just of China, but also of all Asia. Recognized as the world's fastest growing city, it's a place where skyscrapers sprout weekly and where doing something immediately is considered sluggish. Boundless energy, technological advancement, and cash, cash, cash make Shanghai buzz like perhaps no other city in the world. The first edition of this Time Out guide is written by a team of resident experts and local journalists who have scoured Shanghai from the early morning farmers' market at Xiangyang to the clubs of Guandii at dawn to present the complete picture of this city in flux. The guide offers tips on cultural etiquette, expert recommendations of the best places to stay for every budget, and a complete guide to cuisine, including how to tell Cantonese from Chaozhou, and Shaoxing from Yangzhou.

Scramble down rocky cliffs to find a private surf beach, then climb back up to your motorbike, tanned and supercharged, p. 79. Flip yourself over the edge of a boat while diving the blue depths off the Gili Islands in Lombok, p. 306. Dance the day's sand off your feet at Kuta's rowdy clubs or spruce up for Seminyak's sleek bars and restaurants, p. 112. Sip honey-ginger tea in a rose-petal bath, drifting back to earth after a mandi lulur massage, p. 84. --Two great authors, 68 days of in-country research, 51 detailed maps, 133 bottles of Bintang. --An all new outdoor activities section with detailed diving and surfing information. --Features a Food & Drink chapter by renowned Ubud restaurateur and author Janet de Neefe.

Fall under the spell of the fabled Alhambra from the terrace of an Albayzín restaurant p376. Hear the contented snuffles of Iberian pigs digging up acorns in the Sierra de Aracena oak woods p171. Watch barmen chalk your bill on the bar top of a Seville tapas haunt p118. Synchronise your finger twist with your foot stamp on a passion-filled flamenco course p111. Over 900 hours of expert author research provides indepth regional knowledge and uncovers hard-to-find gems. Seven-page Andalucía Outdoors section covers everything from hiking through forested valleys to kitesurfing. Get insider perspectives - interviews with a host of Andalucians, including villagers, cowboys, flamenco stars and Muslim students. "Lonely Planet's readership now includes everyone from backpackers to well-heeled independent travellers."

A brand new series from Insight brings you the Smart Guide toAmsterdam. The unique and innovative A-Z format of Smart Guidesallows you to plan your trip according to your own personal taste.Themed headings cover over 400 amazing things to see and do,including hotels, museums, cafes, churches, fashion, history,nightlife, restaurants, shopping, theatre and much more for a trulytailor-made, individual travel experience. Area overviewsconveniently highlight the best each district has to offer, fromthe infamous canals and the Red Light District, to up-and-comingdistricts like the Waterfront and the Pijp. The front-cover flaphighlights the destination's top sights, such as the AnneFrankhuis, the Bloemenmarkt, the Van Gogh Museum and theVondelpark. Special chapters focus on Amsterdam's unique character,providing information on the city's notorious coffeeshops, marketsand gabled architecture, where to shop for Dutch design and whereto find authentic Dutch cuisine. The guide also contains a streetatlas with ful

Relax. Lonely Planet has found the best of Goa Mumbaifor you - the freshest Portuguese-Indian dishes, the fineststretches of sand, Panaji's most picturesque laneways, Mumbai'sliveliest bars and Ponda's spiciest plantations. Now just pick aspot and let our 5th edition take you to its highlights. Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heartof every destination they visit. This fully updated edition ispacked with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to giveyou the information you need to make the most of your trip. In This Guide: Inspiring trip planner helps you tour the coast your way Expanded South Goa chapter reveals more secluded, idyllicareas Bonus coverage of sights outside Goa, including waterfalls andruins

Frommer's. The best trips start here. Experience a place the way the locals do. Enjoy the best it has to offer. From the Outback to the Great Barrier Reef and everywhere in between, let our expert authors guide you around Down Under. Outspoken opinions on what's worth your time and what's not. Exact prices, so you can plan the perfect trip whatever your budget. Off-the-beaten-path experiences and undiscovered gems, plus new takes on top attractions.

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

In this third edition of Lonely Planet's best-selling TravelPhotography , internationally renowned travel photographerRichard I'Anson shows you how to avoid common photography mistakesand to develop your compositional and technical skills as aphotographer. It's full of practical exercises and examples to honethe tips and techniques outlined in the text, and stunning travelphotographs throughout will inspire you on your journey. This jargon-free guide is a comprehensive look at all aspects oftravel photography, from the gear needed while on the road to thesoftware and hardware required to store and process your imagesback at home, to the low-down on assessing, displaying and evenearning money with your photographs.

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

"Gershman's guide may be the best guide for novice and pro shoppers alike," praises The Washington Post, and you'll agree. For more than ten years, Suzy Gershman has been leading savvy shoppers to the world's best finds. Now Born to Shop London, 12th Edition is easier to use and packed with more up-to-date listings than ever before. Inside you'll find: The best of the shopping scene, from world-class department stores ands trendy boutiques to street markets and sample sales Excellent values, from antiques to Doc Martens Great gift ideas, even for the friend who has everything—plus the best gifts for less than 10 The best airfare, hotel, and dining values—so you can maximize your shopping dollars

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 From soaring skyscrapers to rumbling subways, power shopping to bargain-hunting, world-renowned restaurants to neighborhood delis and pizzerias, majestic cathedrals to Times Square—New York has it all. Chances are you can't do it all, but this friendly guide helps you take a big bite out of the Big Apple with: Maps and tips for getting around by public transit, plus sights best seen on foot A calendar of events for every season A shopper's guide, including trendy areas like SoHo, NoHo, and NoLita Information about great free attractions, including the Staten Isla

Any trip to tropical Samoa and Tonga will be a delight, butwith a Lonely Planet guide tucked into your bag you'll be a jumpahead of the rest. Know immediately where to find Apia's fanciestdancers, Tutuila's loveliest waterfalls or how to get a meal and abeer in Nuku'alofa on a sleepy Sunday afternoon. Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heartof every destination they visit. This fully updated edition ispacked with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to giveyou the information you need to make the most of your trip. In This Guide: Swim, surf and dive calm lagoons, thrilling waves and great divesites Honest assessment of resorts. Read this book before you book! Must Dos - what not to miss, plus all the inside secrets

Nobody knows the Netherlands like Lonely Planet and our 4thedition helps you uncover the secrets of this gently beautifulcountry. Cycle along the canals, past sand dunes, windmills, tulipsand wild national parks. Reward yourself with warm appeltaart, thenlearn to swallow a raw herring without flinching. Lonely Planetguides are written by experts who get to the heart of everydestination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed withaccurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you theinformation you need to make the most of your trip. In This Guide:Inspiring colour section on the best of the Netherlands. Selectedcoverage of the best walking, boating and cycling. Green Indexpointing to sustainable listings

This volume in the Great Escapes series concentrates on the most extraordinary and tempting Canadian and American hotels, ranging from funky and inexpensive to luxuriously elegant and wildly pricey.

Scotland is deliciously wild and woolly, full of raucousfestivals, remote islands, tempestuous weather, bucolic golfcourses and cities bursting their seams with galleries, cafes andrich Scottish spirit. You don't do this place inhalf-measures. This revised edition travel guide, with it's extended colourphoto section and more focused maps, is the perfect travelcompanion for anyone heading to this beautiful country. This guidebook has been fully updated! * Intuitive layout and new text styles make it easier to read,scan and find information at a glance * New visual design and structure improves navigation withoutsacrificing depth or quality * Expanded planning section helps travellers plan by time,season, interest or region * New map design improves map legibilty for easy navigation