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Bali & Lombok; 7th edition

Paul Greenway
Published February 1999
ISBN: 0 86442 606 2
456 pp /52 pp colour /59 maps
A$21.95 - US$15.95 - UKú9.99 - 120,00FF

With its rich culture, lush landscapes, white beaches, excellent surf and legendary nightlife, Bali is almost the definitive tropical paradise. Across the water, Lombok offers superb diving and trekking, plus fascinating traditional villages. This indispensable guide has everything you need to appreciate the magic of both these tantalising and rewarding islands.





  • 59 easy-to-read maps 

  • hundreds of accommodation recommendations, from village losmen to top-end luxury hotels

  • tips on how to enjoy Kuta and when to head for the hills            

  • the lowdown on trekking, surfing and diving

  • comprehensive coverage of Bali's culinary delights

  • practical language sections covering Bahasa Bali, Bahasa Indonesia and Sasak

    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Indonesia; Indonesia's Eastern Islands; Jakarta; Java; Indonesian phrasebook; Indonesian audio pack; Indonesia video; Diving & Snorkeling guides; South-East Asia on a shoestring; South-East Asia phrasebook

    
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    Barcelona; 1st edition
    


Damien Simonis

    Available April 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 607 0

    244 pp /38 pp colour /full-colour maps

    A$21.95 - US$15.95 - UKú9.99 - 120,00FF

    
Barcelona is a city of style like no other in Europe and this book provides all the information you need to savour its unique delights. The glories of the Gothic, the monuments of the Modernistas and the festa fun of a hot summer night are all made available to you by an expert guide who understands the needs of the modern independent traveller.
    

    

    

  • detailed full-colour maps

  • where to eat and drink, what to order and how to ask for it

  • language guide to Catalan and Castilian Spanish

  • background sections on the history, politics and culture of the former capital city of Republican Spain

  • day trips to the wine regions and notable towns of Catalunya

  • architecture section - from Gothic to Gaudi

    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Spain; Spanish phrasebook; Andalucía;  Canary Islands; Trekking in Spain; Northern Spain video; Europe on a shoestring; Western Europe; Western Europe phrasebook; Mediterranean Europe; Mediterranean Europe phrasebook

    
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    The Blue Man: Tales of Travel, Love & Coffee
    


Larry Buttrose

    Published April 1999 - Not available in Australia

    ISBN: 0 86442 000 X

    264pp

    US$12.95 - UKú6.99 - 95,00FF

    
J. Alfred Prufrock measured out his life in coffee spoons; Larry Buttrose, living later in the twentieth century, adds frequent flyer miles to coffee as a measure of his life. The Blue Man is this restless writer's compelling exploration of life, love and commitment across continents and relationships.

    
From Ghana to Greece, from Tokyo to Timbuktu. from London to Los Angeles, Australian-born Larry roams where his work, desires and travelling companions take him. But his real journey is through the emotions of the interior world. The presence or absence of the beautiful yet elusive Kathryn is the hub around which all of his journeys, physical and mental, revolve.

    
With or without her, even when they are both involved with other people, it is Kathryn who haunts Larry through the cafés and restaurants of the traveller's world. With a devastating eye for detail and a poet's feeling for language, Larry probes the demands of modern relationships - and the hazards of modern travel.

    
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    Britain; 3rd edition
    


Bryn Thomas, Tom Smallman & Pat Yale

    Published May 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 578 3

    1080 pp / 44 pp colour / 160 maps

    A$34.95 - US$25.95 - UKú15.99 - 190,00FF

    This guide to Britain provides all the practical information you'll need to discover the fascinating heritage and attractions of England, Scotland and Wales, the three proudly different countries contained within this small island. From the lochs and glens of Scotland to the frantic pace of London, you'll get the best out of your trip with this comprehensive guide.
    

    

  • over 160 maps including 11 colour London city maps

  • notes on British history, architecture and literature

  • all transport options from the high-speed Eurostar through the Channel Tunnel to leisurely canal travel on a narrowboat

  • Welsh and Scottish Gaelic language guides

  • the best accomodation and eating suggestions for all budgets, from hostels in the Highlands to tea at the Savoy


    
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Walking in Britain; 
Scotland; 
London; 
Edinburgh; 
Western Europe; 
Europe on a shoestring; 
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    Buenos Aires; 2nd edition
    


Wayne Bernhardson

    Published May 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 643 7

    224pp/30 maps

    A$17.95 - US$12.95 - UKú7.99 - 100,00FF

    
Enjoy the 'Paris of the South' as its own engergetic residents do. Visit palatial landmarks in Congeso, cobbled lanes in colorful La Boca, and street fairs and tangueria dance clubs in San Telmo. Whether you're toting briefcase or backpack, this guidebook puts South America's most sophisticated city within your reach.
    

    

  • accomodations listings from budget hospedajes to luxury hotels

  • dining options from elegant riverside parrilla steakhouses to take-away slices of fugazza 

  • a survey of the city's diverse cafes

  • extensive Spanish language section including lunfardo slang

  • expanded coverage of the trendy Puerto Madero, Buenos Aires' newest borough

  • advice on where to rent bikes, pick up gaucho clothes or pay respects to Eva Perón

  • easy excursions to the Delta del Paraná and Montevideo, Uruguay

  • 18 pages of color photos and 30 pages of color city maps


    
Also from Lonely Planet: South America; Argentina, Uruguay & Paraguay; Latin American Spanish phrasebook


    

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    Croatia; 1st edition
    


Jeanne Oliver

    Available April 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 646 1

    288 pp /14 pp colour /41 maps

    A$22.95 - US$16.95 - UKú10.99 - 130,00FF


    
This indispensable guide to Croatia will help you plot your journey around one of the worldÆs newest countries. The first complete guide to Croatia, this book is packed with practical advice and detailed information for the independent traveller.

    

    

    

  • 41 comprehensive maps

  • detailed chapters on the Adriatic coast with boat and ferry timetables

  • coverage of CroatiaÆs turbulent history

  • where to stay - from deserted island shacks to five-star hotels

  • advice on hiking, scuba diving, rock climbing and fishing

  • where to find ZagrebÆs liveliest theatres, cafés and nightclubs

    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Central Europe phrasebook; Austria; Vienna; Czech & Slovak Republics; Prague; Germany; Berlin; Hungary; Poland; Slovenia; Switzerland; Walking in Switzerland; German phrasebook; French phrasebook

    
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    Diving and Snorkeling Baja California; 1st edition
    


Walt Peterson

    Published February 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 572 4


    160 pp /full-colour throughout

    A$19.95 - US$15.95 - UKú9.99 - 120,00FF

    
Blessed with two lengthy and very different coastlines, the Baja Peninsula has a virtually unmatched range of underwater environments. Off its Pacific shores, divers and snorkelers can explore thriving kelp forests and observe cool-water marine life. The Sea of Cortez offers prolific temperate and tropical marine life, colonies of playful sea lions, historical shipwrecks and even a coral reef. The sourthern Cortez and the Revillagigedos attract divers who come to experience close-up encounters with hammerhead sharks and manta rays. This book describes 53 of Baja California's best dive sites, with full colour photos throughout.

    

    

    

  • Dive site depth range and water conditions

  • marine life descriptions and behaviour

  • driving directions and advice for independent divers

  • comprehensive dive services listings

  • 19 easy-to-read maps

    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Baja California; Baja California video;Latin American Spanish phrasebook; Diving & Snorkelling guides

    
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    Edinburgh; 1st edition
    


Tom Smallman

    Published March 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 580 5

    160 pp /14 maps

    A$16.95 - US$11.95 - UKú6.99 - 95,00FF

    
Whether you are travelling to Edinburgh for leisure or business, this guide will help you to discover everything the city has to offer from the medieval Old Town to the fabulous shopping on Princes St.

    

    

    

  • detailed full-colour maps

  • coverage of the Edinburgh International Festival, the Fringe Festival and the Military Tattoo

  • information on Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, historic houses, parks and gardens

  • accommodation listings from backpacker hostels to five-star hotels

  • day trips to Malleny Garden in Balerno, Portobello and areas north of the Firth of Forth


    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Scotland; Britain; Walking in Britain; Western Europe; Europe on a shoestring  

    
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    Europe on a shoestring; 1st edition
    


Scott McNeely

    Published March 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 648 8

    1224 pp / 8 pp colour /200 maps  

    A$32.95 - US$24.95 - UKú14.99 - 180,00FF

    
Europe has it all - from mountains to museums, beaches to bars, castles to cafés - and the best way to see it is with this essential new guide. Written by expert travel writers, with 40 countries and over 160 maps, this book will get you off the beaten track.

    

    

    

  • plan your itinerary and budget with the first-time travellers chapter

  • cycle to the Loire Valley's chateaux, France

  • haggle in a souq in Marrakesh, Morocco

  • dance the night away at the hottest nightspots in London or Berlin

  • explore the city walls of Dubrovnik, Croatia

  • try the best coffee in Rome

    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Western Europe phrasebook; Amsterdam; Austria; Vienna; Britain; London; Walking in Britain; France; Paris; Germany; Berlin; Greece; Ireland; Dublin; Italy; Walking in Italy; Portugal; Lisbon; Portugal travel atlas; Slovenia; Spain; Trekking in Spain; Switzerland; Walking in Switzerland; French phrasebook; German phrasebook; Greek phrasebook; Italian phrasebook; Spanish phrasebook; Mediterranean Europe phrasebook; Morocco; Tunisia; Turkey; Turkey travel atlas; Istanbul; Moroccan Arabic phrasebook; Spanish phrasebook; Turkish phrasebook; Eastern Europe phrasebook; Czech & Slovak Republics; Prague; Hungary; Poland; Romania & Moldova; Slovenia; Scandinavian & Baltic Europe phrasebook; Denmark; Estonia, Latvia & Lithuania; Finland; Iceland, Greenland & the Faroe Islands; St Petersburg; Russian phrasebook  

    
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    Finland; 3rd edition
    


Jennifer Brewer & Markus Lehtipuu

    Published Arpil 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 649 6

    400pp/70pp maps 

    A$27.95 - US$19.95 - UKú12.99 - C$23.95 - 160,00FF

    
Whether you want to ski across frozen lakes in Finnish Karelia; explore the sailing and fishing paradise of the Åland archipelago; trek through the largest unspoilt wilderness in Europe; or simply relax in a sauna, beating yourself with birch leaves to loosen the travel grime, this is the indispensiable guide to Finland.

    

    

  • activities section covering skiing, snowboarding, trekking, cycling, bird-watching and water sports

  • over 70 maps

  • comprehensive accomodation, eating and entertainment details

  • Finnish and Swedish language sections

  • comprehensive history and culture sections

  • new expanded section on Turku and touring the west coast

    
Also from Lonely Planet: Scandinavian Europe; Europe on a shoestring;  Scandinavian Europe phrasebook

    

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    France; 3rd edition
    


Steve Fallon, Daniel Robinson & Nicola Williams et al

    Published March 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 612 7

    1100 pp / 20 pp colour /147 maps  

    A$34.95 - US$24.95 - UKú14.99 - 180,00FF

    
 Deckchairs on the Côte d'Azur; exquisite museums, the Eiffel Tower and streetside cafés in Paris; a medieval village with a bustling market; kids on rides at Disneyland Paris - whatever you're searching for in France, this exhaustive guide will help you find it.


    

    

    

  • includes sections on Andorra, Monaco and Corsica

  • maps, including full - colour maps of Paris and a Paris metro map

  • detailed entertainment guide from hip-hop to opera

  • what to do outdoors, including hiking, cycling, skiing and parapente

  • recommendations on where to stay, from refuges to the Hôtel Ritz 

    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Paris; French phrasebook; Central Europe on a shoestring; Central Europe phrasebook; Western Europe on a shoestring; Western Europe phrasebook; Mediterranean Europe on a shoestring; Mediterranean Europe phrasebook; Corsica, Sicily & Sardinia video  

    
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    Istanbul; 2nd edition
    


Tom Brosnahan

    Available April 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 585 6

    248 pp /34 pp colour /full-colour maps

    A$19.95 - US$14.95 - UKú8.99 - 110,00FF


    
Get the most out of your visit to this city of extraordinary beauty and rich history with this fully updated guide. Written by the author of Lonely PlanetÆs best-selling Turkey guide, it features:

    

    

  • full-colour city maps, plus ground plans of important sites

  • walking tours of IstanbulÆs glorious Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman sights

  • accommodation and eating options for all tastes and budgets

  • a separate shopping chapter with essential advice on buying Turkish carpets

  • trips along the Bosphorus and to islands in the Sea of Marmara

  • excursions beyond Istanbul to Gallipoli, Troy, Edirne, Iznik (Nicaea) and Bursa


    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Turkey; Turkish phrasebook; Turkey travel atlas; Turkey video; Middle East on a shoestring; Europe on a shoestring; Mediterranean Europe; Mediterranean Europe phrasebook

    
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    The Last Grain Race
    

Eric Newby

    Published March 1999 - Not available in Australia, Canada or Europe

    ISBN: 0 86442 768 9

    288 pp  

    US$12.95

    
In 1938 an eighteen-year-old boy signed on for the round trip from Europe to Australia in the last commercial sailing fleet to make that formidable journey. The four-masted barque Moshulu ended up as a dockside restaurant in Philadelphia; the young apprentice went on to become one of the greatest travel writers of this century. The Last Grain Race is Eric Newby's spellbinding account of his time spent on the Moshulu's last voyage in the Australian grain trade.

    
As always, Eric Newby's sharp eye for detail captures the hardships, danger, squabbles, companionship and sheer joy of shipboard life - bedbugs, ferocious storms, eccentric Finnish crew and all. By pure chance, Eric witnessed the passing of the era of sail, and his tale is all the more significant for being the last of its kind.

    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Journeys travel literature 

    
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    Love and War in the Apennines
    

Eric Newby

    Published March 1999 - Not available in Australia, Canada or Europe

    ISBN: 0 86442 765 4

    272 pp  

    US$12.95

    
Eric Newby escapes through a hospital window to become a POW on the run in Italy in 1943. With the Nazis moving in from the north and no certain way back to England, his situation appears grim. But with the help of local farmers and villagers, who risk their lives to shelter him, he survives. Hiding in shepherds' huts and even a cave, he achieves three precious months of freedom - and meets the determined and courageous woman who would become his wife.

    
Love and War in the Apennines is an intimate account of the horror and surrealism of war, and of the heroism and selflessness of those caught up in its madness. Eric Newby creates an unforgettable record of the resilience of human nature in the face of despair, and forcefully remind us of the pointlessness of war.


    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Journeys travel literature 

    
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    Portugal; 2nd edition
    

Julia Wilkinson & John King

    Published April 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 623 2

    544pp/72 maps

    A$27.95 - US$19.95 - UKú12.99 - 160,00FF
    

    
Discover Portugal's rugged natural beauty and rich cultural heritage with this informative and practical guide. Whether you yearn to get off the beaten track in the Parque Nacional da Peneda-Gerês, wander the narrow lanes of the Moorish quarter in Moura, laze on a golden beach in the Algarve or party till dawn at Lisbon's colourful Festas dos Santos Populares - this book covers it all.


    

  • 72 maps, including a full-colour country map

  • illustrated guide to Portugal's varied architectural styles

  • wide range of accomodation options from rural cottages to medieval castles

  • the latest on clubs, bars and live music venues in Lisbon and Porto

  • practical tips on everything from cybercafΘs to travel with kids

  • handy language chapter and glossary

    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Lisbon city guide; Mediterranean Europe; Western Europe; Europe on a shoestring; Portugal travel atlas; Western Europe phrasebook; Mediterranean Europe phrasebook

    
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    Prague; 3rd edition
    


John King & Richard Nebesky

    Published May 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 624 0


    241pp /24 maps 

    A$19.95 - US$14.95 - UKú8.99 - 110,00FF

    

Whether you're wandering through the timeless backstreets of Malá Strana, checking out the city's vibrant nightlife or exploring the palaces of the Old Town, this indispensable guide will help you discover what makes Prague unique.

    

  • 24 page full-colour map section, plus plans of key sights

  • colour guide to Prague's rich architectural heritage, from baroque to Cubist

  • the lowdown on the city's best restaurants, cafés and bars, from popular favourites to hidden gems

  • extensive coverage of places to stay whatever your budget

  • day trips into the picturesque Bohemian countryside

  • invaluable Czech language chapter, plus a practical food glossary


    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Czech & Slovak Republics; Eastern Europe; Central Europe; Europe on a shoestring; Eastern Europe phrasebook; Central Europe phrasebook

    
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    Rocky Mountains; 2nd edition
    


Nicko Goncharoff, Kim O'Neill & Marisa Gierlich

    Published February 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 536 8

    960 pp /16 pp colour /130 maps

    A$32.95 - US$24.95 - UKú14.99 - 180,00FF

    
This is the land of jagged peaks and vast plains, dramatic geysers and hot springs, champagne snow and buffalo. Covering world-class ski resorts like Aspen and Vail, the hip college towns of Boulder and Missoula, ghost towns of the gold rush and Native American ruins, this diverse Rocky Mountains guide will help you explore the American West, both old and new.

    

    

    

  • featuring Yellowstone, Gloacier and Grand Teton national parks

  • a chapter devoted to outdoor acitivites for all seasons

  • skiing options at glitzy Alpine resorts or along scenic Nordic trails

  • places to stay for all budgets, from unique hostels and wilderness campsites to dude ranches and luxury hotels

  • tips on getting around by car, steam train - even llama

  • 130 detailed maps

    
Also available from Lonely Planet: The Rockies video;USA phrasebook

    
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    St Petersburg; 2nd edition
    


    
Nick Selby

    Published February 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 657 7

    208 pp /32 pp colour /16 pages of maps

    A$21.95 - US$15.95 - UKú9.99 - 120,00FF

    
Discover the spendours of tsarist palaces, the sites of revolution and the birthplace of literary classics with this guide to St Petersburg. If offers fascinating historical insights while introducing you to a cosmopolitan and ever-changing city. Whether you're visiting St Petersburg for business or pleasure, this comprehensive guide is an indispensable companion.

    

    

    

  • 16 pages of colour maps, including metro map

  • room descriptions for the Hermitage and Russian Museum

  • information on Nevsky Prospakt and the Peter & Paul Fortress - and where to find the few remaining statues of Lenin

  • accommodation options for all budgets

  • excursions to the grand palaces of Petrodvorets, Pushkin and Pavlovsk

  • detailed language section with Cyrillic script

    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Russia; Russian phrasebook; Scandinavian Europe  

    
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    San Francisco; 2nd edition
    


Tom Downs et al

    Published February 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 556 2

    360 pp /full colour throughout/28 maps

    A$21.95 - US$15.95 - UKú9.99 - 120,00FF

    
Travel through the hidden pockets and idiosyncratic history of San Francisco with this guide, written with an affection for the city that enlivens every page. San Francisco's restaurants, shops and cutlural offerings enjoy detailed coverage, as do tempting destinations outside the city. Laced with anecdotes of hippies and shanghaiers, Beats and immigrants, this guidebook embraces every element of the crazy quilt that is San Francisco and lays them all at the visitor's feet.

    

    

    

  • 28 full-colour maps

  • five walking tours through San Francisco neighborhoods

  • restaurant listings covering the city's full culinary spectrum - from Vietnamese pho to California cuisine to the best burrito

  • accommodation listings to satisfy all budgets

  • excursions to Berkeley, Oakland, Marin and the Wine Country

    
Also available from Lonely Planet:  California & Nevada;USA phrasebook

    
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    Scotland; 1st edition
    


    
Tom Smallman & Graeme Cornwallis

    Available March 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 592 9

    384 pp /12 pp colour /55 maps

    A$21.95 - US$15.95 - UKú9.99 - 120,00FF

    
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 


    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Edinburgh; Britain; Walking in Britain; Western Europe on a shoestring  

    
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    Southwest; 2nd edition
    


Rob Rachowiecki

    Published March 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 539 2

    1040 pp /990 pp colour /147 maps

    A$32.95 - US$24.95 - UKú13.99 - 170,00FF

    
Want to explore the Grand Canyon? Glide down mountains on the world's greatest snow? Watch red rock turn fiery at sundown? This guide tells you where to find these thrills and more in the Southwest. From ancient cliff dwellings to Biosphere 2, slot canyons to Vegas slot machines, this guide takes independent travelers to the region's stunning sites.


    

    

    

  • full coverage of national parks and monuments, including the Grand Canyon, Carlsbad Caverns, Bryce Canyon and Zion

  • extensive information on outdoor activities for every season

  • restaurant and lodging suggestions to suit every budget, whether you're a camper or a high roller

  • detailed maps of cities, towns, trails and natural sites


    
Also available from Lonely Planet: USA phrasebook; Drive Thru America

    
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    Spain; 2nd edition
    


Damien Simonis et al

    Available April 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 633 X

    994 pp /24 pp colour /128 maps

    A$29.95 - US$21.95 - UKú13.99 - 170,00FF


    
When in Spain, do as the Spaniards do!  This down-to-earth guide will help you to get lost in GranadaÆs old Muslim district, find the best tapas in San Sebastian, explore remote valleys in Extremadura and experience a ædisco sunriseÆ at Ibiza.

    

    

    

  • 128 detailed maps, including metro maps for Madrid and Barcelona

  • sections devoted to Spanish food and wine, architecture and the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage trail

  • hundreds of places to stay and eat for all budgets

  • the lowdown on entertainment, from MadridÆs nonstop nightlife to flamboyant local fiestas

  • where to trek, ski, cycle, surf, swim and dive

  • language guide to Castilian, Basque, Catalan and Galician Spanish


    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Barcelona; Spanish phrasebook; Andalucía;  Canary Islands; Trekking in Spain; Northern Spain video; Europe on a shoestring; Western Europe; Western Europe phrasebook; Mediterranean Europe; Mediterranean Europe phrasebook

    
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    Tibet; 4th edition
    


Bradley Mayhew, John Vincent Bellezza, Tony Wheeler, Chris Taylor

    Available April 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 637 2

    352 pp /36 pp colour /42 maps

    A$24.95 - US$17.95 - UKú11.99 - 140,00FF


    
Perched on the roof of the world, Tibet has for centuries evoked images of a land steeped in magic and mystery. Discover the secrets of this alluring destination - from its snow-capped mountains to its time-lost monasteries - with this outstanding guide.

    

    

    

  • 42 maps, including a full-colour Tibet map

  • background notes on history, culture and Buddhism

  • essential transport details, including the overland routes through China and Nepal

  • tips on how to stay healthy and travel safely

  • useful Tibetan and Mandarin language chapter 


    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Tibetan phrasebook; China; North-East Asia on a shoestring; Mandarin phrasebook

    
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    Turkish phrasebook; 2nd edition
    


Tom Brosnahan et al

    Published February 1998

    ISBN: 0 86442 436 1

    272 pp /two colour throughout

    A$8.95 - US$6.95 - UKú4.50 - 50,00FF

    
Ever wanted to try those Turkish baths? Better still, to chat with the locals as you while away the hours in the steam? If only you knew to say 'saatler olsun!' - 'May it last for hours!' - the common expression Turks exchange after the baths, you might cross the first hurdle to conversation. Try it, and many more, from this phrasebook, to take you into the culture, not just passing through it.

    

    

    

  • extensive two-way dictionary

  • all the language you need to travel, shop, catch the sights and meet people

  • plenty of colloquial usage and common expressions to help you understand

  • conversation is easier with sections on family, interests, politics, aports

  • thorough pronunciation and grammar chapters will help you actually learn the language

    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Turkey; Turkey video;Turkey travel atlasMediterranean Europe 

    

    


    USA; 1st edition
    


James Lyon et al

    Published March 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 513 9

    1190 pp /24pp colour /95 maps

    A32.95 - US$24.95 - UKú14.99 - 180,00FF

    From New England harbor towns to Hawaiian surfing paradises, from Alaskan wilderness to Louisiana bayou, 14 expert Lonely Planet authors scoured the USA to find the best of all the 50 states. Whether you want to cruise Route 66, scale isolated mountains, club-crawl in New York City or take in a Texas rodeo, this guide will prove indispensable.


    

    

    

  • full coverage of must-see sights and quirky treasures, from the Statue of Liberty to the Museum of Questionable Medical Devices

  • complete details on national parks and outdoor activities

  • essential advice on where to stay and what to eat on any budget

  • planning and itinerary advice for every cross-country explorer

  • 95 detailed maps, highlighting offbeat detours


    
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    Vancouver; 1st edition
    


Chris Wyness

    Published May 1999

    ISBN: 0 86442 659 3

    240pp /16pp maps

    A$19.95 - US$14.95 - UKú8.99 - 110,00FF

    
Surrounded by majestic mountains, forests and ocean, Vancouver sparkles like a jewel in British Columbia's crown. Whether exploring the eclectic neighborhoods, visiting the numerous gardens, hiking in the provincial parks or braving False Creek in a kayak, this detailed guide, written by a native, covers all the practicalities.

    

    

    

  • 24-page full-color map section

  • featuring a special Stanley Park color section

  • walking tours of the City Center & Yaletown and the West End

  • restaurant recommendations, from all-you-can-eat Mongolian BBQ to Pacific Northwest cuisine

  • accommodations options, from hostels to five-star hotels

    
Also available from Lonely Planet: Canada; Pacific Northwest

    
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