Susie Ashworth Boeken

One of the most dependable series available, Lonely Planet's guidebooks are packed with essential information and accurate maps and are written with enough character that they are also good reading for armchair travelers. The series is now popular with travelers of all sorts, although backpackers and adventure travelers have long relied on Lonely Planet's guides because of the wide range of destinations offered.Whether you want to relax on the beaches of Thailand, roam the Australian outback, or explore the deserts of Iran, Lonely Planet has a practical, thorough guidebook for your destination. For dangerous or less-traveled regions, we highly recommend Lonely Planet's guides because they provide crucial information in an easy-to-use format, making it possible for travelers to handle the difficulties of language, customs, and transportation.In countries with unfamiliar alphabets, the guides include the names of cities and sights in both English and native characters, and glossaries are provided to help travelers with menus. The series offers lodging and restaurant options for all budgets, but the main focus is on getting a good deal for your money. With good writing, a wealth of valuable information, and beautiful color photo sections, Lonely Planet's guides are hard to beat.

-- covers Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia and Switzerland-- top tips for enjoying some of Europe's best hiking, skiing and watersports-- reveals the region's turbulent history

Endless beaches, snowcapped mountains, bush re-treats, historic townships and Aus-tralia's sassiest city - Victoria is proof that good things come in small packages. Whether you want open vistas or urban spaces, big events or intimate escapes, Lonely Planet offers the perfect getaway with the only comprehensive guidebook to Victoria. Tap Into The Pulse with our inside information on magical Melbourne's best eateries, watering holes, and sports and arts events Wet Your Whistle - dedicated Wineries chapter offers expert advice on Victoria's wine industry Get Out There with our tips for activities in the air, on land or on water - from ballooning to bushwalking, skiing to surfing Rest Your Head - with country pubs, hip hotels, B&Bs and campsites, we've got your sleeping options covered Find Your Way or lose yourself (if you prefer) - with over 70 maps of cities, towns, regions and national parks

A travel guide to the large and sparsely populated windward side of the continent. Includes 50 maps, accommodations ranging from outback stations to luxury resorts, notes on excursions, data on national parts and the Heritage Trail Network, tips on beaches and surfing spots, and information about Aboriginal arts and culture. Also includes a color guide to wildflowers and a glossary of the quaint lingo. No bibliography. First published in 1995. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR