Filled with accommodation and eating suggestions for all budgets, this guide also features extensive coverage of outdoor activities, British history, architecture, and literature. of color illustrations. 156 maps.
This reference features a special chapter detailing activities, from canoeing to cycling to water-skiing; information on finding the best pint and Irish music; up-to-date facts on Irish politics, history, and architecture; and details of transport routes, from heady Dublin's nightlife to the wilds of Burren in County Clare. 79 maps., 28 in color.
This first edition of Scotland reveals a country on the threshold of recovering its nationhood, a haven for a host of activities, a breathtakingly varied landscape and a historical treasure-trove. Discover one of Europe's prized destinations with this comprehensive guide as your passport. 55 maps, including full-colour country and Edinburgh maps extensive pub listings and recommendations separate chapters on the historic and rugged Highlands and Islands details on climbing, fishing, golf, skiing and walking extensive accommodation and places to eat listings concise and practical Scottish Gaelic language guide
Want to bite the Big Apple? Trek the Adirondacks? Lose it all in the gambling halls of Atlantic City? Sample the simple life of the Amish? With this comprehensive guide in hand, you'll discover the best of this rich and exciting region. the full scoop on New York City and Philadelphia accommodations for all budgets, from hidden forest campsites to highway motels and charming B&Bs outdoor activities chapter covering the best parks for hiking, biking and more unique coverage of child-friendly museums and activities 86 detailed maps, including a full-color New York City subway map
WHAT WILL YOUR EDINBURGH ENCOUNTER BE?…a drink or two in the atmospheric Café Royal Circle Bar…catching your breath while admiring the views from Arthur’s Seat…ghost-hunting in Edinburgh’s eerie underworld…being king or queen for the day on the Royal Yacht Britannia…some of the best vegetarian cuisine in the country at David Bann…chuckling at your favourite new comedian at the Edinburgh Festival DISCOVER TWICE THE CITY IN HALF THE TIME… full-colour pull-out map and detailed neighbourhood maps for easy navigation our resident author recommends the very best sights, restaurants, shops and bars unique itineraries and highlights help you make the most of your trip local experts give tips on Edinburgh’s top eating options, the best places for traditional music, and how to explore the city by bike
From Antarctica to Zimbabwe, if you're going there, chances are Lonely Planet has been there first. With a pithy and matter-of-fact writing style, these guides are guaranteed to calm the nerves of first-time world travelers, while still listing off-the-beaten-path finds sure to thrill even the most jaded globetrotters. Lonely Planet has been perfecting its guidebooks for nearly 30 years and as a result, has the experience and know-how similar to an older sibling's "been there" advice. The original backpacker's bible, the LP series has recently widened its reach. While still giving insights for the low-budget traveler, the books now list a wide range of accommodations and itineraries for those with less time than money. Whether you've got plans for stepping out in Montreal or kayaking Desolation Sound, this comprehensive guide will get you there in style. This guide offers places to stay and eat for all budgets, extensive coverage of outdoor activities (from sailing to skiing), Canadian English and Canadian French language sections, plus background on history, culture, and politics. Sidebar highlights include information on whales, totem poles, the Acadians, the Grand Banks, and the National Film Board of Canada. Check out the special flora, fauna, and national parks feature. --Kathryn True
