Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Brazil.

Discover Brazil's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from taking your pick of raucous, remote, classy and laid-back beaches on Ilhabela; to immersing yourself in the Amazon's flooded forest at Mamiraua, a refuge for rare birds, reptiles and mammals; and getting served rodizio-style in the gaúcho city of Porto Alegre.

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Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Brazil effortlessly Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Rio de Janeiro Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Avenida Beira Mar, to Parque Nacional da Chapada Diamantina, and Beto Carrero World Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel Connect with Brazilian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions Covers: Rio de Janeiro; São Paulo; The Amazon; Rio de Janeiro State; Ceará & Maranhão; Pernambuco, Paraiba and Rio Grande do Norte; Sergipe and Alagoas; Bahia; Minas Gerais and Espírito Santo; Brasília and Goiás; São Paulo State; Paraná; Santa Catarina; Rio Grande do Sul; Mato Grosso and Mato Grosso do Sul

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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Mexico.

Discover Mexico's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from market-hopping through the aromatic Mercado Municipal in San Cristóbal de las Casas; to hiking to the warm, bubbling Aguas Termales Rekowata hot springs from Creel; and swimming alongside fully grown whale sharks as they come to feed in the shallows at Isla Holbox.

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Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Mexico effortlessly Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Mexico City Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Templo Mayor, to Teotihuacán, and Parque del Jaguar Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel Connect with Mexican culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions Covers: Mexico City, Around Mexico City, Yucatán Peninsula, Chiapas & Tabasco, Oaxaca, Central Pacific Coast, Western Central Highlands, Northern Central Highlands, Baja Peninsula, Copper Canyon & Northern Mexico

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London a Pictorial Journey is a new collection of 500 stunning, full colour photographs of London by world-renowned travel photographer, Steve Vidler, previous creator of many popular titles, including Portrait of London. As you turn the pages, follow Steve Vidler on a pictorial journey from Greenwich in the East through the heart of London to Windsor in the West. This beautifully presented hardback book offers a visual journey that captures the essence of the capital city.

Lonely Planet's annual bestseller returns with this game changing edition for 2026 featuring 25 must-visit destinations and 25 must-do experiences…

This evolution of Best in Travel reflects the way travellers encounter the world. Featuring a mix of emerging travel hotspots, fresh takes on well-known locations and unforgettable experiences, every page contains Lonely Planet’s signature enthusiasm and worldly expertise.

Inside Best in Travel 2026:

Presenting a year's worth of travel inspiration to take you out of the ordinary Brand new top 25 places and top 25 experiences around the world right now as selected by our panel of experts More personalised recommendations from Lonely Planet's staff, authors, and online travel community than ever before Features details on when to go with practical advice and indispensable travel tips to help you get there Presented with a fresh, vibrant cover with new internal layouts, inspirational photography and a large fold-out map

From food tours to wild camping, vibrant cities and more, expect unexpected ideas for every kind of traveller. Your next big adventure starts now with Best in Travel 2026 – the ultimate guide for globetrotters planning a once-in-a-lifetime trip in the year ahead.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Costa Rica.

Discover Costa Rica's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from catching a glimpse of shy sloths and white-faced monkeys in Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio; to marvelling at the five scenic cascades in the Central Valley's La Paz Waterfall Gardens; and taking an educational bean-to-bar cacao tour at an organic farm in Río Celeste.

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Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Costa Rica effortlessly Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more Vibrant photography and maps Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from the Britt Coffee Tours, to Parque Nacional Marino Las Baulas, and Sibu Wildlife Sanctuary Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel Connect with Costa Rican culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions Covers: San José; Central Valley & the Highlands; Caribbean Coast; Northwestern Costa Rica; Arenal & the Northern Lowlands; Península de Nicoya; Central Pacific Coast; Southern Costa Rica & Península de Osa.

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Based on OS data and fully revised for 2017 the new Dumfries & Galloway Street Atlas is your essential guide to the towns and villages throughout Dumfries & Galloway. Exceptionally clear mapping and full index to street names. Don't leave home without it! Featuring: Exceptionally clear street mapping Index to street names Tourist attractions highlighted Shows schools, post offices, parking, petrol stations, hospitals, religious buildings, recreation areas, cemeteries and more.

Ondanks sy juweel van 'n Afrikaanse naam verkeer Fanie van der Merwe reeds vir twee dekades in selfopgelegde ballingskap. Danksy sy nering as geskiedenisonderwyser aan internasionale skole kry hy klokslag geleentheid om internasionaal te reis, wat hy met oorgawe doen. In die proses het hy reeds meer as vyftig lande besoek. In 2017 skep Fanie sy "Fanie Os Oppie Jas"-blad op Facebook - 'n hoekie in die kuberruim waar hy dagboek van sy reise hou, en vandag volg meer as 11,000 intekenare sy avonture. Met "Die reisstories van 'n nomadiese geskiedenisonderwyser" neem Fanie die leser op 'n warrelwindreis na ses lande wat nie gereeld op die gemiddelde reisiger se radar verskyn nie - Noord-Korea, Mianmar, Kambodja, Tibet, Belgie, en die uithoeke van die VSA. Danksy 'n kombinasie van pittige anekdotes in die suiwerste Afrikaans, asemrowende foto's en lighartige, dog boeiende geskiedenisverwante vertelllings, beloof die boek om 'n reisbundel te wees soos wat nog selde in Afrikaans gesien is. Die geskiedkundige feite sal verbluf, die foto's sal betower, maar dis Fanie se unieke, tong-in-die-kies-waarnemings wat selfs die mees huisvaste Jan Tuisblyer sal laat jeuk vir 'n internasionale reis.

A newly updated edition of this single-sided folded sheet map of the Isle of Wight, giving everything you need for a holiday or day trip.

Whether you want to enjoy the extraordinary coastal walks or be regal at Osbourne House, the map features all the key camping and caravan sites, castles, craft centres, historic houses, marinas and slipways, museums, gardens, sports venues, theme parks, walking and cycling routes, and wildlife parks.

With wineries and ancient churches, amazing sailing and exceptional landscapes, the Isle of Wight has much to offer. Charles I was imprisoned on the island during the Civil War at Carisbrooke Castle and there are botanical gardens to wander at your leisure. The famous Needles are must-visit and welcoming seaside towns are clearly marked for easy navigation.

There are six clear town centre street maps: Cowes, Newport, Ryde, Sandown, Shanklin and Ventnor to ensure you never get lost.

With a clear, user-friendly mapping style, this map provides all the information that visitors and locals need to find their way around the island.

Philip's latest super-clear road map of Spain and Portugal has been fully updated with the latest tourist, heritage and driving information. 'THE CLEAREST AND MOST DETAILED MAPS OF EUROPE' - David Williams MBE, former CEO Gem Motoring Assist The bestselling fold-out road map for navigating in Spain and Portugal has been updated for all travellers wanting to go places in the Iberian peninsula. Whether driving through the most spectacular scenic routes the countries have to offer or tracking your city-to-city travel, this handy map has all you need. - Super-clear scale 1:1,110,000 (17.5 miles to 1 inch) - Key driving information: motorways (toll, pre-pay and free), mountain passes, railways, road numbers (European and local), plus distances between towns - Fully revised and up-to-date with the latest tourist and leisure information - Scenic routes clearly highlighted - Places of interest added: from castles, historic houses, beaches and national parks to theme parks, places of worship and ancient monuments - Includes the islands of Majorca, Minorca and Ibiza - Double-sided maps - more for your money and easier to use - Detailed city plans: Alicante, Barcelona, Lisbon, Madrid and Seville - Full index of place names - Major city location maps In fact, everything you need for your trip to Spain and Portugal.

Filled with activities and interesting facts about Cape Town, this book covers the city’s six most popular destinations: Table Mountain, Boulders Beach, Cape Point, Robben Island, Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden and the V&A Waterfront.

With vibrant, full-colour illustrations throughout, this guidebook brings each destination to life with child-focused trivia and educational activities, such as puzzles, mazes, crosswords, secret codes and spot-the-difference. It also advises parents and children about what to pack and what to expect at each location.

Make the most of day trips in Cape Town with this fun, activity-packed companion

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to South America.

Discover South America's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from admiring one of Argentina's greatest natural wonders, the majestic Glaciar Perito Moreno; to taking in Patagonia's dramatic scenery on a road trip along Chile's Carretera Austral; and marvelling at the striking stone ruins of Ingapirca, Ecuador's most important archaeological site.

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Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate South America effortlessly Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more Vibrant photography and maps Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego, Tiwanaku, and the wineries of Tarija Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel Connect with South American culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions Covers: Argentina; Bolivia; Brazil; Chile; Colombia; Ecuador; French Guiana; Guyana; Paraguay; Peru; Suriname; Uruguay; Venezuela

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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Buenos Aires.

Discover Buenos Aires's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from cycling La Boca to explore the street art in this football-crazed neighborhood; to strolling Costanera Sur and enjoying a classic choripán (grilled sausage sandwich); and climbing the Torre Monumental for some of the best views in the city.

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Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Buenos Aires effortlessly Exciting Perfect Day itineraries help you create your ideal adventure with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Buenos Aires Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Feria de San Telmo, to Palacio Paz, and El Caminito Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel Connect with Buenos Aires culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions Covers: Centro Histórico; Puerto Madero; San Telmo; La Boca; Retiro; Recoleta & Barrio Norte; Belgrano, Núñez & Costanera Norte; Palermo; South of Palermo plus day trips to Campana; Tigre; La Plata; Colonia del Sacramento

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The story of Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, one of the world's best-loved hotels, is also the tale of a region rich in cultural and natural history.

As the lodge celebrates its 30th anniversary we tell the story of the hotel, the people and the region - a chronicle of a journey 180 million years in the making.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Rio de Janeiro.

Discover Rio de Janeiro's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from walking around the streets of Santa Teresa to marvel at colourful murals and graffiti art; to escaping the crowds and beating the heat with a swim in one of Horto's freshwater waterfalls; and dancing the night away to samba at Pedra do Sol.

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Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Rio de Janeiro effortlessly Exciting Perfect Day itineraries help you create your ideal adventure with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Rio de Janeiro Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Cristo Redentor, Parque Lage and Copacabana Beach Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel Connect with Rio de Janeiro culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions Covers: Gávea, Lagoa & Jardim Botânico; Ipanema & Leblon; Copacabana & Leme; Botafogo, Urca & Humaitá; Flamengo, Laranjeiras, Catete & Glória; Santa Teresa & Lapa; Centro & Zona Norte; Zona Oeste plus day trips to Niterói and Petropolis.

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After twenty-five years of sex, drugs, bad behaviour and haute cuisine, chef and novelist Anthony Bourdain decided to tell all - and he meant all.

From his first oyster in the Gironde as a child, to his lowly position as a dishwasher in a honky-tonk fish restaurant in Provincetown; from the kitchen of the Rainbow Room atop the Rockefeller Center to drug dealers in the East Village, from Tokyo to Paris and back to New York again, Bourdain's tales of the kitchen are as passionate as they are unpredictable, as shocking as they are funny.

Kitchen Confidential will make your mouth water and your belly ache with laughter and leave you wanting more.

All of Ireland is clearly shown in this handy, up-to-date Philip's road map covering the whole island at 9 miles to 1 inch. By including the latest new roads and motorways, route-planning and touring is made wonderfully simple with this easy-to-read guide. 'THE CLEAREST AND MOST DETAILED MAPS OF EUROPE' David Williams MBE, former CEO Gem Motoring Assist The bestselling fold-out road map for navigating in Ireland has been updated for all travellers wanting to go places on the island. Whether driving through the most spectacular scenic routes on offer, enjoying the cultural and natural heritage or just planning city-to-city travel, this handy map has all you need. - Super-clear scale at 9 miles to 1 inch - Key driving information: motorways (toll and free), road numbers with distances between towns - Fully revised and up-to-date with the latest tourist and leisure information - Places of interest added: from castles, historic houses, beaches and national parks to theme parks, places of worship and ancient monuments - Includes the islands of Aran, Valentia, Blaskets - Detailed city plans: Dublin, Belfast, Derry/Londonderry, Cork - Full index of place names Whether exploring the many enchanting sights and heritage of Ireland or getting from A to B in the most effective manner, this map caters for it all. Town plans, airports, ferry routes and motorways are added for clarity, alongside the Wild Atlantic Way and the Giant's Causeway for inspiration. Failte!

Through its extensive use of primary source materials and invaluable contextual notes, this book offers a documented history of one of the most famous adventures in early American history: the Lewis and Clark expedition. This book is the first to situate the Lewis and Clark expedition within the political and scientific ambitions of Thomas Jefferson. It spans a forty-year period in American history, from 1783–1832, covering Jefferson's early interest in trying to organize an expedition to explore the American West through the difficult negotiations of the Louisiana Purchase, the formation of the "Corps of Discovery," the expedition's incredible journey into the unknown, and its aftermath. The story of the expedition is told not just through the journals and letters of Lewis and Clark, but also through the firsthand accounts of the expedition's other members, which included Sacagawea, a Native American woman, and York, an African American slave. The book features more than 100 primary source documents, including letters to and from Jefferson, Benjamin Rush, and others as the expedition was being organized; diary excerpts during the expedition; and, uniquely, letters documenting the lives of Lewis, Clark, Sacagawea, and York after the expedition.

In the far northwestern corner of South Africa lies the Richtersveld, recently inscribed towards the end of 2007 as South Africa' 8th World Heritage Site. At first glance, it is a desolate and inhospitable place, with hot sandy plains and startling, jagged mountains of black rock. It is the world' only biodiversity hotspot located in an arid region, where thousands of plant species, many of which are endemic to the area. It is also the home to the last remaining groups of Nama (Khoikhoi) people who still practise their traditional semi-nomadic lifestyle, living in portable reed huts and moving with their flocks of sheep and goats. The Richtersveld travel guide contains all the information you need to explore this stunning region. It covers the geological, botanical and cultural history of the area, and it contains full details of where to stay and what to do. The guide includes the Richtersveld Community Conservancy, the Richtersveld National Park, the nearby towns of Alexander Bay and Port Nolloth, and crosses the border into Namibia, where the Richtersveld is joined with the Ai-Ais hot springs and the Fish River Canyon (second largest in the world) in a spectacular Transfrontier Conservation Area. The Richtersveld is also part of the greater Namaqualand region, which runs south from the Orange River for several hundred kilometers. This beguiling part of the world has won international renown for its annual spring-flower spectacle, when millions of flowers burst forth to mount a staggering display that attracts visitors from all over the world.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Central America.

Discover Central America's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from gazing into the magma-churning Volcán Masaya in Nicaragua; to swimming through near-transparent Caribbean waters around the teensy island of Caye Caukler in Belize; and people-watching in the Parque Central of Granada before strolling its 500-year-old streets.

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Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Central America effortlessly Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more Vibrant photography and maps Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Semuc Champey, to Lamanai, and Parque Nacional Los Volcanes Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel Connect with Central American culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions Covers: Guatemala, Belize, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Mexico's Yucatán & Chiapas.

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Ever since Roman tourists scratched graffiti on the pyramids and temples of Egypt over two thousand years ago, people have travelled far and wide seeking the great wonders of antiquity. In From Stonehenge to Samarkand, noted archaeologist and popular writer Brian Fagan offers an engaging historical account of our enduring love of ancient architecture-the irresistible impulse to visit strange lands in search of lost cities and forgotten monuments. Here is a marvellous history of archaeological tourism, with generous excerpts from the writings of the tourists themselves. Readers will find Herodotus describing the construction of Babylon; Edward Gibbon receiving inspiration for his seminal work while wandering through the ruins of the Forum in Rome; Gustave Flaubert watching the sunrise from atop the Pyramid of Cheops. We visit Easter Island with Pierre Loti, Machu Picchu with Hiram Bingham, Central Africa with David Livingstone. Fagan describes the early antiquarians, consumed with a passionate and omnivorous curiosity, pondering the mysteries of Stonehenge, but he also considers some of the less reputable figures, such as the Earl of Elgin, who sold large parts of the Parthenon to the British Museum. Finally, he discusses the changing nature of archaeological tourism, from the early romantic wanderings of the solitary figure, communing with the departed spirits of Druids or Mayans, to the cruise-ship excursions of modern times, where masses of tourists are hustled through ruins, barely aware of their surroundings. From the Holy Land to the Silk Road, the Yucatan to Angkor Wat, Fagan follows in the footsteps of the great archaeological travellers to retrieve their first written impressions in a book that will delight anyone fascinated with the landmarks of ancient civilization.

Twee verhale word in hierdie teks gelyktydig vertel: die van die skrywer se reis deur Angola tydens die herdenking van die Dorslandtrek en die geskiedenis van daardie epiese tog. De Klerk se lewendige verteltrant laat 'n veelbewoe stuk geskiedenis uit die stof van ou geskrifte opstaan. W.A de Klerk was een van die voortreflikste literere joernaliste in Afrikaans.Vir die skryf van Swerwer op die sonpad het hy onder meer talle onderhoude met Dorslandtrekkers en hulle kinders gevoer, wat hier woord vir woord weergee word in elkeen se unieke, sappige Afrikaans. Dit is ’n ryk geskakeerde boek vol wetenswaardighede, lewenslustigheid en lewenswysheid.