Experience the best of France. This full-color guide does thework for you - Lonely Planet's trademark expertise cuts straight tothe must-see highlights of the country so no matter what your timeframe or budget, you won't miss the best bits. Welcome to thepleasure-seeker's mecca - the land of actual Champagne! Not tomention the lavender of Provence, skiing in Chamonix, cruising theSeine, and the old Parisian charm of Montmartre. Thoroughly updated text, and redesigned to make it even easier touse

Completely updated every year (unlike most of the competition), Frommer's Los Angeles 2007 features gorgeous full-color photos of the sights and experiences that await you in the City of Angels. We give you insider tips on ocean-view dining, celebrity spotting, power shopping, and bargain hunting--plus how to become a game show contestant, where to go for surfing lessons, where to enter a karaoke contest, and where to find kid-friendly attractions and restaurants. We also cover side trips to Long Beach, the Orange Coast, Santa Catalina Island, Palm Springs, and Santa Barbara. You’ll travel LA (and beyond) like a pro with our candid recommendations and planning advice. Also included are accurate regional and town maps (including an illustrated map of the Sunset Strip), up-to-date advice on finding the best package deals, a free color fold-out map, and an online directory that makes trip-planning a snap. 作者简介： Each Frommer's guide is personally researched and thoroughly updated by a si

The only state once recognized by the U.S.gov-ernment as an independent country.Texas is still more a nation than a state in many ways.It's larg-er than several European nations combined,with an amaxingly varied landscape and population. Since the fall of the Alamo,the Lone Star State has been the site of historic collisions:between the Old South and the New West,be-tween the Anglo culture of North America and the Hispanic culture of Latin America,between persistent small-town values and the glittering internationalism of Houston and Dallas.Yet its citizens are all Texans first,united by a storied past of epic battles,rangers and rustlers,cattle barons,wildcatters,and wheeler-dealers. The Texas Myth also embraces legendary sports teams and the fans that cheer them on; a down-home cuisine featuring Tex-Mex,chili,and rancn-style barbecue; and colorful politics across the spectrum,including outspoken liberals like Lyndon Johnson and former governor Ann Richards.Oil and cattle wealth built a legacy of ach

illinois,that long slice of the heartland stretching fro lake michigan fto kentucky,may be the most american place of all.its great patriot,abraham lincoln,and its great athlete,michael jordan,stand for what s best about our country. the prairie state has some of the midwest s richest farmlnd,and,by geographic luck,illinors also has the vital metropolis of chicago.the windy city took in the continent s resources and shipped them far and wide ,becoming the nation s railroad hub and later its crossroade of the air.after the dev-astating 1871fire,visionary planners and architects like daniel burnham and louis sullivan designed boulevards,gracious parks,and beaux arts buildings thet make this one of the most livable of cities. both chicago and downstate illinois have grow them,like john dere s plow; the prairie style homes of frank lloyd wright;mail-order merchandising from sears and wards;an ener-getic,all-american literture from carl sandburg,nelson algren,gwendolyn brooks,and saul bellow;and the soulf

Nobody knows Germany like Lonely Planet. From Alpine villagesto Berlin's clubs, Moselle Valley vineyards to Heidelberg'shistoric buildings and beer quaffing to sausage savoring, this 6thedition gives you all the information you need to enjoy the best ofGermany. Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to theheart of every destination they visit. This fully updated editionis packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed togive you the information you need to make the most of your trip. InThis Guide: Top insider tips on a perfect day in Munich, Hamburg'sharbor sound and Berlin's eclectic highlights. Detailed itinerarieshelp you get the most out of your trip. Unique Green Index picksout the top sustainable travel options.

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Mongolia's capital, Ulaanbaatar, may be a hotbed of progressiveattitudes, but in the rest of the 'Land of the Blue Sky', liferemains pretty much the same - horses outnumber people, nomadsstill move camp each season and on long-distance bus rides you'llbe serenaded by passengers singing folk tunes. If you time yourtrip right you can experience the festival of Naadam, this annualthree-day festival features Mongolian wrestling, horse racing,archery and traditional sports. The only guide to include maps of major towns across all regions.GPS coordinates to help you find what you're looking for, even whenthe signs don't help, as well as feature essays to provide insightinto Mongolian history and way of life. This guidebook has been fully updated! * Intuitive layout and new text styles make it easier to read, scanand 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 re

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

Nowhere else can so many cultures be found in such a tight spaceyou can wake up on the Mediterranean coast, have lunch in Paris andsee a show that night in London. Ryan Ver Berkmoes, Lonely PlanetWriter Our Promise You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authorsvisit the places we write about, each and every edition. We neveraccept freebies for positive coverage, and you can rely on us totell it like we see it. Inside This Book 14 expert authors 13 mountain ranges crossed 6,354,782 sq km explored 73 local beers sampled Inspirational photos Clear, easy-to-use maps In-depth background Easy-to-read layout Comprehensive planning tools At-a-glance practical info

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Lonely Planet knows Malta, Goza and Comino. This 4th editiontakes you beneath the surface of the islands' rich and complexhistory and culture. In addition, we've got everything you need toknow about the underwater world in our special diving andsnorkelling chapter. Lonely Planet guides are written by expertswho get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fullyupdated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honestadvice, designed to give you the information you need to make themost of your trip. In This Guide: Special diving chapter withadvice for beginners and insider tips for experienced divers.In-depth coverage of Malta's eclectic culture and history.Hand-picked restaurants, cafes and pastizzerijas.

Golden sun-kissed beaches, dreamy seascapes, ancient ruins andawe-inspiring art Mediterranean Europe is a visual and sensualfeast. Visit once, and you ll be hooked for life. Duncan Garwood,Lonely Planet Writer Our Promise You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authorsvisit the places we write about, each and every edition. We neveraccept freebies for positive coverage, and you can rely on us totell it like we see it. Inside This Book 16 authors 48 weeks of on-the-ground research 164 maps 47,600 km of glistening coastline Inspirational photos Clear, easy-to-use maps In-depth background At-a-glance practical info Comprehensive planning tools Easy-to-read layout

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Excursions chapter with more day trips.The authors are experts,with more than 40 years of Prague experience between them.

What Will Your Washington DC Encounter Be? Meandering amongmuseums and monuments with fellow global citizens in America'sfront yard, or hobnobbing and nose-rubbing with politicos, wannabepoliticos and wannabe wannabe politicos? Creeping yourself out onThe Exorcist steps - and beware a tipsy tumble, or chowing down onDC's infamous half smokes and chili dogs with Obama? Cocktail-swilland hip-shake the night away - the question is, hip-hop, salsa orlingala? Blaze the urban frontiers of up-and-coming 'hoods such asColumbia Heights and Northeast. Discover twice the city in half thetime with a full-color pull-out map and detailed neighborhood mapsfor easy navigation. Our fabulous local author recommends the verybest sights, restaurants, shops, bars and clubs with uniqueitineraries and must-see highlights to help you make the most of ashort trip. Locals offer insider-only perspectives, from apolitical journalist on the best celebrity - and Obama - spottingto a real estate developer on the next best 'hood.

This 420-page guide to Malaysia gives a highlighted tour of thewhole country, cross-referenced with detailed maps; plus, featurescovering aspects of the country's life and culture ranging fromhigh-rise Petronas Twin Towers to Sarawakian long houses. Acomprehensive travel tips section at the back of the book is packedwith essential contact addresses and numbers. The key featuresinclude: Places - region-by-region gazetteer section, with topattractions highlighted and cross-referenced with detailed localmaps; Essay Features - incisive essays on Malaysia's history,people and culture; and Travel Tips - practical listings section,including accommodation, entertainment, transport and essentialcontact addresses and numbers. It also includes hundreds offull-colour photographs and 19 maps. ——多元文化的调色板 古树参天的热带雨林，高耸入云的摩天大楼，椰风拂面的浪漫海滩，五彩斑斓的珊瑚礁群，橡胶园中殖民地时代的别墅，丛林中呼啸而过的猿猴和翩翩

Lonely Planet Knows the Indian Himalaya Our expert author, trekking the Indian Himalaya since 1970, willbe your guide to some of the world's most awesome trekking. Thisbook covers the region's top treks, through the Buddhist villagesand high passes of Ladakh, the spectacular mountains and verdantvalley of Himachal Pradesh, and the sacred pilgrimage sites andhigh-altitude meadows of Uttarakhand. Whether you are anexperienced trekker or a first-timer, you're sure to find theultimate trekking experience here. In This Guide: Everything you need to know to get prepared Comprehensive listings for sleeping, eating and facilities alongthe way Background on Himalayan culture and religions

Experience a place the way the locals do. Enjoy the best it has to offer. * Insider tips on everything from how to get a parking space near the Mall to how to eat in the Senate Dining Room. * 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. Find great deals and book your trip at Frommers.com

Lonely Planet Knows Nepal Enjoy the high passes, breathtaking landscapes and exhilarationsof trekking in Nepal with Lonely Planet. Whether you want to make atilt at Everest Base Camp, reach remote Tibetan villages or circuitsacred lakes, this guide lets you light out for the roof of theworld. In This Guide: Color section details life on the trail, from teahouses toprayer wheels Everything you need to know to get prepared Comprehensive listings of teahouses, lodges and camp sites alongthe way

Nobody knows Naples the Amalfi Coast like Lonely Planet.Whether you're hunting for the perfect pizza, the most romanticAmalfi getaway or the best beaches and walking trails, this 3rdedition is the ultimate companion to one of Italy's most glamorousregions. In This Guide: Tailor-Make the perfect trip with our hand-picked recommendationsand inspiring itineraries Immerse Yourself: local tips and insights get you to the heart ofthe region Detailed maps and driving tours make independent explorationeasy

No one knows Egypt like Lonely Planet. Our 10th edition willtake you from the dusty streets of Cairo to the wondrous Pyramidsof Giza and the temples of Luxor. To wash off the dust, go divingin the Red Sea before boarding a felucca for a breezy cruise alongthe Nile. Lonely Planet guides are written by experts to get to theheart of every destination they visit. This fully updated editionis packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed togive you the information you need to make the most of your trip. InThis Guide: Diving chapter takes you beneath one of the UnderwaterWonders of the World, the Red Sea. Ancient Egypt decoded bynenowned Egyptologist, Dr. Joann Fletcher. Green Index highlightsthe best ecofriendly options

Staggeringly diverse in every way, Europe 's flip side remainsa through-the-looking glass experience after the certainties of theWest. Surreal, exciting and dramatic, head to Eastern Europe for aguaranteed adventure. Tom Masters, Lonely Planet Writer Our Promise You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planetauthors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. Wenever accept freebies for positive coverage, and you can rely on usto tell it like we see it. Inside This Book 21 countries 71 weeks of on-the-road research 165 maps 89 World Heritage Sites Inspirational photos Clear, easy-to-use maps Pull-out city map Easy-to-read layout Comprehensive planning tools At-a-glance practical info

One steamy morning in the summer of 1950, Mary and Frank Littell-with their two young sons in tow-left America for a small working-class town in the South of France, where they spent one hilarious, unforgettable year. Filled with fascinating details of expatriate life, French Impressions is a riveting account of their (mis)adventures abroad.