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Takes you straight to the best that New York City has to offer. This title offers coverage of all the major areas and sights from museums to parks and markets. It includes comprehensive area-by-area information and referencing, plus recommendations for the best hotels, restaurants, bars, shops,… More

Understanding the humble pebble makes a trip to the beach, lake-side or river bank simply that little bit more fascinating. More

The AA have been inspecting and rating campsites since the 1960s. The 2017 edition of this best-selling guide features 900 annually inspected campsites, from five Pennant premier parks to budget options. More

Over 850 campsites, inspected and rated by AA professional inspectors. More

46th edition of the bestselling guide to British pubs. Compiled and sourced by over 190,000 CAMRA members. More

A pictorial and a narrative walking guide. More

The handy pocket-size guide is packed with useful information, tips and recommendations, accompanied by color photographs, charts and maps for the first-time traveler who wants to experience the major highlights that Rhodes has to offer. The fold-out map of Rhodes is ideal for tourists and visitors. More

Istria Travel Guide - Travel tips and holiday information featuring Pula highlights and Roman amphitheatre, accommodation, UNESCO sites, ancient history and culture. Also covering Byzantine art and architecture in Porec, Ucka National Park, medieval Motovun and Draguc, Buzet, Rovinj, Baron Gautsch… More

Lonely Planet Best of New York City is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Tick off world-famous sights, relax in Central Park, and explore the glittering lights of Broadway or cocktail bars of Brooklyn, all with your… More

Includes cutaways, floorplans and reconstructions of the must-see sites, and street-by-street maps of all the cities and towns of New England. This book helps you discover everything region-by-region; from local festivals and markets to day trips around the countryside. More

A guide to 25 easy to follow routes that let you discover southern Spain. It takes readers around the wonders of Andalucia that most tourist never get to see - from byways that lead to idyllic trout streams and hiking trails to lush vineyards and arid desert landscapes, and from towns steeped in… More

The ideal travel companion, full of insider advice on what to see and do, plus detailed itineraries and comprehensive maps for exploring Croatia More

Lonely Planet Pocket Venice is your passport to the most up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Absorb the architecture and mosaics at Basilica di San Marco, cruise the Grand Canal on a gondola, trace the development of Venetian art at the Gallerie… More

Discover the story of Disneyland, Walt Disney's visionary theme park in Anaheim, California. This bountiful visual history includes stunning color photographs, concept drawings, as well as ephemera from the historical collections of the Walt Disney Company and the golden age of photojournalism, to… More

The number 1 choice for all users of the inland waterways. This established, popular and practical guide covers the canals and waterways in Wales and to the south of Liverpool. More

The number 1 choice for all users of the inland waterways. This established, popular and practical guide covers the canals and waterways around Birmingham and central England. More

An unbeatable, pocket-sized guide to Boston, packed with insider tips and ideas, colour maps, top 10 lists, and a laminated pull-out map - all designed to help you see the very best of Boston. More

The nation's most popular and comprehensive restaurant guide: with over 1,200 reviews, The Good Food Guide gives you the inside track on the best places to eat in the UK More

Welcome to the NC500. This tourist route takes in over 500mi (900km) of some of the UK's most stunning scenery. The North Coast 500 winds its way through the North Highlands of Scotland, starting and ending at Inverness. On the way it passes mountains, glens, beaches, cliffs, castles, ancient sites… More

The number 1 choice for all users of the inland waterways. This established, popular and practical guide covers the canals and waterways around Birmingham and the River Severn. More

The number 1 choice for all users of the inland waterways. This established, popular and practical guide covers the canals and waterways between Exeter and the River Thames. More

Derek Sayer provides an expert and very readable guide to the complexities of Prague's colourful past, while reflecting upon sides of the present-day city tourists seldom see - from a model interwar Modernist villa colony to Europe's biggest Vietnamese market - and presenting listings of what to… More

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Lonely Planet Spanish Phrasebook & Dictionary is your handy passport to culturally enriching travels with the most relevant and useful Spanish phrases and vocabulary for all your travel needs. With language tools in your back pocket, you can truly get to the heart of wherever you go, so begin your… More

The ideal travel companion, full of insider advice on what to see and do, plus detailed itineraries and comprehensive maps for exploring these beautiful islands. More

Lonely Planet's New York City is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Food truck, deli, pizza parlor, pub - eat your way through a world of food; take a sunset stroll across the Brooklyn Bridge for romantic views of… More

Alfred Wainwright's unique pictorial guide to the Southern Fells, fully updated and checked by Clive Hutchby. More

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Provides the coverage of all the major areas and sights from museums to parks and markets of Venice. This book includes hotels, restaurants, bars, shops, galleries and other cultural attractions of the place. More

Lonely Planet Prague & the Czech Republic is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Count statues on Charles Bridge, marvel at the Renaissance splendour of bohemian town Cesky Krumlov or explore Prague's Old Town; all… More

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Lonely Planet Pocket Krakow is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore the magical medieval castle on Wawel Hill, join the Krakow bike tour for an introduction to the city or experience the underground nightlife;… More

An unbeatable, pocket-sized guide to Hong Kong, packed with insider tips and ideas, colour maps, top 10 lists, and a laminated pull-out map - all designed to help you see the very best of Hong Kong. More

Lonely Planet Barcelona is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Savour the best of New Catalan cuisine; yell for your team at Camp Nou stadium; or look up to find weird and wonderful architecture; all with your trusted… More

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The number 1 choice for all users of the inland waterways. This established, popular and practical guide covers the canals and waterways in the north west of England around Merseyside and Manchester. More

The ideal travel companion, full of insider advice on what to see and do, plus detailed itineraries and comprehensive maps for exploring Andalucia and its capital, Seville More

Guidebook to walking in Northumberland. 36 graded walks of 4 to 14 miles, from the beautiful coast with its immense, empty beaches and dramatic, crag-top castles to the remote hills of the Cheviots and Pennines. Includes Hadrian's Wall, Lindisfarne Priory, Kielder, Berwick, Bamburgh and… More

An unbeatable, pocket-sized guide to Crete, packed with insider tips and ideas, colour maps, top 10 lists and a laminated pull-out map, all designed to help you see the very best of Crete. More

Lonely Planet Best of Rome is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Imagine the roar of the crowds in the Colosseum, crane your neck at the Sistine Chapel, and sample every single flavour of pizza and gelato the city… More

Lonely Planet Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Join the festivities on La Ronda Street, spot an iguana in the Galapagos Islands, or hunt for a bargain at the Otavalo market; all… More

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World War I Battlefields: A Travel Guide - Expert tips and itineraries for travel along the Western Front including sites in France and Belgium, maps and routes. Also includes guided walks, battlefield tours, museums, child-friendly tours, Ypres, Poperinge, Nieuwpoort, Mons, Lille, Pas-de-Calais,… More

Harry Potter: A History of Magic is the official book of the exhibition, a once-in-a-lifetime collaboration between Bloomsbury, J.K. Rowling and the brilliant curators of the British Library. It promises to take readers on a fascinating journey through the subjects studied at Hogwarts School of… More

Algarve Marco Polo Travel Guide is a compact travel guide for people who have little time to prepare for a trip, don't want to miss anything, like to be inspired by great ideas for exciting days out and love all things ultra-practical and easy to use. More

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The ideal travel companion, full of insider advice on what to see and do, plus detailed itineraries and comprehensive maps for exploring Portugal. More

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Lonely Planet Mallorca is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Take a scenic drive on the sinuous road to Sa Calobra, visit the isolated Platja des Coll Baix, or gaze in wonder at the Palma Catedral; all with your… More

Lonely Planet Rome is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Channel your inner gladiator at the Colosseum, spend hours wandering the vast Vatican Museums, or toss a coin and make a wish at Trevi Fountain; all with your… More

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Rome has had an enormous influence on European art and art history for over 2,000 years. Indeed, the city was the birthplace of the foundations of western architecture. This architectural guide en-courages visitors to go beyond the most frequently visited historical landmarks to explore the hidden… More

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The fully revised second edition of Wild Swimming Coast now includes even more for walkers, swimmers and explorers. Full national coverage of Britain's most beautiful beaches. Lagoons, sea caves and amazing places to snorkel. New 1:25,000 Ordnance Survey mapping. Best beach cafes, local food, pubs… More

Lonely Planet Hong Kong is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Ride the hair-raising tram to Victoria Peak, feast on seafood at Temple Street Night Market, or hike the delightful Hong Kong Trail; all with your trusted… More

Alpe-Adria Trail Trekking Guide - Expert travel advice for trekking from the Alps to the Adriatic through Austria, Slovenia and Italy, including maps and route descriptions (with time, distance, ascent) for all 43 stages. Also covering fauna, flora, history, culture, geography and accommodation,… More

Oman Travel Guide - Holiday advice and travel tips featuring Muscat accommodation and restaurants, ancient history and culture, Wahiba Sands tours and activities. Also includes suggested itineraries and historical sites such as Bahla Fort, Muttrah Souk, hiking in Jebel Shams, Ras al Jinz, wildlife… More