Lonely Planet Publications

This text explores the reefs, jungles and mountains of this island chain as well as details on how to reach isolated destinations. Historical and cultural background and coverage of important traditional and music festivals are also included....

Look up from your cocktail umbrella and take in the real Hawaii. This is where active volcanos and coral craters vie for attention with art galleries and maestro chefs. The surf's up in this laid-back, multi-ethnic island chain.100 detailed and easy-to-use mapsFull-colour pages of Hawaii?s highlightsItineraries and information on family...

Offers in-depth coverage of the English culinary scene. This book focuses on the regenerated English provincial cities that draw huge numbers of visitors. It includes sidebars offering titbits of information on England. ...

Experience the best of Great Britain. This full-colour guide does the work for you - Lonely Planet's trademark expertise cuts straight to the must-see highlights of the country so no matter what your time frame or budget, you won't miss the best bits. Where to first? The seaside fun of Brighton or the grandeur of Canterbury Cathedral? The...

Enjoy the scenery! Whether you want to explore rugged coastline, rolling farmland, majestic mountains or miles of sand dunes, New England offers loads of options for a quick getaway. Our handy guide follows seven popular drives, including Massachusetts' pristine Cape Cod seashore and graceful Berkshire Mountains, Vermont's pastoral Route 100,...

Cool stuff to know about every country in the world. Everyone knows which is the world's highest mountain, but do you know which country banned chewing gum? Or what's the world's stinkiest fruit? Or who invented roller skates? Or which building leans more than the Leaning Tower of Pisa? Or where can you eat fried spiders as a snack? Here at Lonely...