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No other place does big-city charm quite like Gotham. Take a bite of the Big Apple's diverse dining scene, swig cocktails all night, enjoy mind-blowing performances in venues ranging from Broadway theaters to back-alley comedy joints, and shop 'til you drop among the veritable UN of international brands and unique boutiques. New York is truly one...

Focusing on Northeast India, this guide includes an itineraries chapter for travellers. It also provides coverage of festivals and activities including language classes, yoga courses and Ayurvedic massage. ...

Whether you're a hardened African veteran or a wide-eyed first timer, this is a continent that cannot fail to get under your skin. Our 12th edition takes you on a Serengeti safari, reveals the best spot to view Victoria Falls and tells you where to see surfing hippos. Whether you're after big-name highlights or lesser-known adventures, this guide...

September '09 tsunami: Despite the disaster there is no reason to delay traveling to the area, and the vast majority of places listed in this guidebook remain open for business. For up-to-the-minute travel advice, we recommend you check our Samoa tsunami update page. Any trip to tropical Samoa and Tonga will be a delight, but with a Lonely Planet...

Stalk the ghost of the Minotaur in the labyrinthine Palace of KnossosStretch out in the sand and count the stars on the free-spirited island of GavdosSlam back a raki to the sound of pistol fire as you join the throng at a traditional Anogia weddingLinger over freshly caught sea bass and just-picked wild greens at a family-run tavernaIn This...

While most Fiji locals can speak English, it's not their mother tongue. Learning the Fijian language means you can get away from the tourist areas and out into the real Fiji - where a little bit of local talk goes a long way.2000-word dictionaryGuide to grammar and phrase-buildingFail-safe small talkPracticalities - how to book a room or a plane...