Lonely Planet Publications

In Costa Rica, it's impossible not to get caught up in the feeling of Pura Vida, 'pure life'. So whether selecting from the huge range of traditional dishes, dancing the merenge at a fiesta, or cheering a toro brava, 'fighting bull', this book will help you get into the swing.join in the crowd at a rodeo, street festival or salsa clubloads of...

Buy all 3 and save! DIVE INTO MALDIVES Maldives + Healthy Travel Asia India + Diving Snorkeling Maldives Download Post-tsunami updates for affected regions below.Check back to this page for additional downloadable PDF updates in the coming months.Maldives, v 1.0 - Updated 03.2005 Want to look out over a blue lagoon, listen to the breeze...

Plucked straight from a film set or a coffee-table book of picture-perfect scenery, New Zealand is jaw-droppingly gorgeous. The word 'Wow!' will escape from your lips at least once a day. Five authors, 26 weeks' on-the-road research, 116 maps and 59,000 square kilometres of parks and reserves Inspirational photos Clear,...

Sunny days suit most cities just fine, but San Francisco saves its most dramatic views of Golden Gate Bridge for foggy weather. When it swirls around the towers, romantics and photographers rejoice. This revamped guide to one of the most popular cities in the USA features easy-to-use maps and more colour images, including a showcase of local...

Actually pocket-sized (unlike most short-trip competitors), Easy to follow neighbourhood struture, Local Life features and special coverage of Top Sights such as the Van Gogh Museum. A dedicated Best Lists section make it easier to plan a short trip to the city....

Discover the benefits of comprehensive on-the-ground research. We've checked out every island, every resort, every restaurant. We've paddled lagoons, sampled coffees, croissants and cocktails and lounged poolside to make sure you get the best out of your stay in paradise.35 detailed and easy to use mapsDiving chapter to help find the best of the...