With jumping crocs in Kakadu elemental Uluru & Sydney's world-famous surf beaches Australia is packed full of unforgettable adventures & The Rough Guide to Australia will ensure you don't miss a thing Now in its twelfth edition The Rough Guide to Australia has been fully updated with more insider tips from Rough Guides' expert authors Detailed full-colour maps help you negotiate the wilds of the Outback or simply find the best place for a flat white H&-picked itineraries & inspiring photography make planning a breeze whether you want to swim with turtles around the Great Barrier Reef or cruise the surf-battered Great Ocean Road Get to know the best budget-friendly bistros in Melbourne discover Perth's craft beer scene or join a vineyard tour in the Barossa Valley with our comprehensive reviews Adding depth to your travels our Contexts section sheds light on Aboriginal culture indigenous wildlife & over 40000 years of Australian history An indispensable travel companion The Rough Guide to Australia will help you make the most of your trip of a lifetime ...

From the genteel Georgian terraces of Bath to the wilderness expanses of Exmoor the fully updated The Rough Guide to Bath Bristol & Somerset provides an all-round account of this richly rewarding region with comprehensive details of what to see what to do & where to sleep eat & drink Useful context & background information accompany all the practicalities interspersed with vivid full-colour photos & some of the clearest maps to be found in any guidebook Rough Guides' local experts cover high culture & street art from the architectural glory of Wells Cathedral to Bristol's exuberant murals as well as all the options for getting active including cycling on the Somerset Levels & hiking in the Quantock Hills Alongside information on the best local festivals there are full reviews of the worthiest restaurants & the most characterful pubs Beyond the borders of Somerset but within easy reach The Rough Guide to Bath Bristol & Somerset also takes in such hotspot destinations as Salisbury & Stonehenge as well as the full-on family attraction of Longleat Make the most of your holiday with The Rough Guide to Bath Bristol & Somerset ...

The Rough Guide to Beijing is the ultimate travel guide to China's remarkable capital city From the majestic Forbidden City & maze-like hutong alleys to gorgeous lake-filled parks & the exquisite Summer Palace this vibrant book
- packed full of stunning photography & clear colour-coded maps
- reveals the city's best sights & attractions & if you fancy taking a trip outside of Beijing you'll be pointed in the right direction incredible treks around the Great Wall ancient villages imperial hunting parks & fascinating offbeat museums are all part of the mix Comprehensive sections detail the very best places to sleep eat drink shop & unwind check out our author picks & Beijing's Best boxes selecting atmospheric courtyard hotels stylish bars edgy art galleries lively antiques markets & much more Expert reviews on film literature & live music create a rounded & exciting picture of modern Beijing However long you're staying & whatever your budget The Rough Guide to Beijing has you covered

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The new full-colour Rough Guide to Belgium & Luxembourg is the definitive guide to this underrated corner of Europe Detailed accounts & crystal-clear maps reveal every nook & cranny of both countries from the best Belgian beer bars to comic shops chocolate & carnivals The guide is packed with historical context & well-informed insights into the superb sights museums & galleries of the big cities
- Ghent Bruges Antwerp Brussels & Luxembourg City
- but it also departs from the urban centres for the forests & moorland of the Ardennes the windswept beaches of the north coast the WW1 sites of Flanders & Luxembourg's remote hamlets You'll find lavish photography & colour maps throughout plus author picks themed itineraries & of course the lowdown on the best hotels cafes restaurants & shops across every price range giving you clear balanced reviews & honest first-hand opinions Make the most of your time on Earth (TM) with The Rough Guide to Belgium & Luxembourg

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Uncover the very best of Belize with this fully updated guidebook Rough Guides' expert authors travelled the length & breadth of Belize while researching this guide seeking out the best guesthouses exploring ancient Maya ruins & trekking through knotted mangroves Written with our trademark blend of humour insight & practical advice The Rough Guide to Belize contains information on all the best places to eat drink & shop in Belize with price options ranging from backpacker budget to luxury This travel guide is packed with inspirational photography & colour-coded maps & features a handy Things Not to Miss guide to make sure you don't miss any of the big hitting sights Whether you plan to dive the depths of the Blue Hole sip a cocktail in San Pedro or trek through the jungle of the Toledo District this is the ultimate companion to Belize ...

Discover Bolivia with the most incisive & entertaining guidebook on the market Whether you plan to swim with pink river dolphins cycle the world&s most dangerous road or follow in the footsteps of Che Guevara & Butch Cassidy The Rough Guide to Bolivia will show you the ideal places to sleep eat drink & shop along the way Inside The Rough Guide to Bolivia
- Independent trusted reviews written in Rough Guides& trademark blend of humour honesty & insight to help you get the most out of your visit with options to suit every budget Full-colour maps throughout
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- whether off the beaten track or in more mainstream tourist destinations this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way Areas covered include La Paz; Oruro; Potosi; Sucre; Cochabamba; Santa Cruz; & Rurrenabaque Attractions include Mercado de Hechiheria; Tiwanuku; Lake Titicaca & Isla del Sol; Coroico & the " Death Road"; the Inca trails; Salar de Uyuni; Reserva de Fauna Andina Eduardo Avaroa; the Che Guevara trail; the Jesuit missions of Chiquitos; Parque Nacional Madidi & the Amazon Basics
- essential pre-departure practical information including getting there local transport accommodation food & drink fiestas health national parks & reserves outdoor activities crime & personal safety culture & etiquette & more Background information
- a Contexts chapter devoted to history wildlife & ecology books music & danceplus a handy language section & glossary Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with the Rough Guide to Bolivia About Rough Guides Escape the everyday with Rough Guides We are a leading travel publisher known for our "tell it like it is" attitude up-to-date content & great writing Since 1982 we&ve published books covering more than 120 destinations around the globe with an ever-growing series of ebooks a range of beautiful inspirational reference titles & an award-winning website We pride ourselves on our accurate honest & informed travel guides






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Make the most of your time on Earth (TM) with The Rough Guide to Brittany & Normandy The Rough Guide to Brittany & Normandy is the ultimate full-colour handbook to northern France from the glorious island abbey of Mont-St-Michel to Monet's waterlily pond at Giverny & the walled medieval town of Dinan to the dynamic modern city of Nantes Discover walks & cycle trails through ancient forests & along stunning coastline & learn about the prehistoric peoples who erected the awe-inspiring megaliths of Carnac There's detailed advice on where to find & enjoy superb food from the seafood of Brittany to the cheese & cider of Normandy with thorough restaurant reviews & accurate up-to-date prices Whether you're looking for the best camping or the most stylish hotels you can rely on accommodation suggestions for every budget & taste You'll find practical advice on how to get around from river cruises to SNCF trains as well as the clearest colour maps of any guide Authoritative accounts cover everything from the landscapes & wildlife to Brittany & Normandy's fascinating history & lively musical festivals ...

Discover Budapest with the most knowledgeable andentertaining guidebook on the market Whether you plan to soak in a spa soakup culture with world-class opera & Art Nouveau architecture or simplydigest the city's best coffee & cake The Rough Guide to Budapest will show you ideal places to sleep eat drinkrelax & shop along the way Inside The Rough Guide to Budapest- Independent trusted reviewswritten in Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour honesty & insight to helpyou getthe most out of your visit with options to suit every budget- Full-colour maps throughout -navigate the central boulevards or the old centre of Obuda without needing to get online- stunning inspirational images- Itineraries
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- whether in thecity centre or up in the Buda Hills & beyond this travel guide has in-depthpractical advice for every step of the way Areas covered the Belvaros (Inner City); Lipotvaros & Ujlipotvaros; Terezvaros & Erzsebetvaros; the Varosliget (City Park) & the stadium district; Jozsefvaros & Ferencvaros;the Var & central Buda; Gellert-hegy & the Taban; Obuda & Margit-sziget;the Buda Hills Attractions include St Stephen's Basilica; Fishermen's Bastion; Hungarian National Gallery; Applied Arts Museum; the Var (Castle Hill); Holocaust Memorial Centre; the Palace of Arts; House of Terror; Great Synagogue; Szechenyi Baths; ruin bars; children's railways & chairlift; Hungarian Railway History Park; Memento Park; Palace of Miracles; Tropicarium; Nagytetenyi Castle- Listings chapters
- from accommodationto cafes & patisseries arts & entertainment plus shopping baths & pools and Kids' Budapest- Basics
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The Rough Guide to Budapest is the ultimate travel guide to one of Europe's most fascinating & dynamic cities In full colour throughout with dozens of colour photos to illustrate the finest of Budapest's great buildings landmarks & distinctive neighbourhoods this guide will show you the best the city has to offer Whether you want high culture or a thriving underground club scene
- including the city's unique "ruin pubs"
- haute cuisine or pampering in spas Budapest is the place to come Easy-to-use maps for each neighbourhood make getting around easy With detailed chapters featuring all the best hotels restaurants & cafes pubs & bars live music & clubs shops theatre kids' activities & more you'll be sure to make the most of your time in the city with The Rough Guide to Budapest Make the most of your time on Earth (TM) with The Rough Guide to Budapest

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The fully updated The Rough Guide to California is the definitive guide to the most visited state in the US Now is a great time to visit 2017 is the 50th anniversary of San Francisco's Summer of Love; the Wizarding World of Harry Potter has burst onto the scene at Universal Studios & LA also boasts cool new contemporary art museum The Broad; there's been an explosion of microbreweries across the state; countless hiking trails beckon at Yosemite National Park & the backcountry wilderness of Sierra Nevada; whilst Historic Route 66 still offers all the kitsch Americana & romance of the open road Discover California's highlights with beautiful photography easy-to-use maps & more listings & information than ever before The Rough Guide to California contains fun & adventurous itineraries author recommendations for where to stay & eat savvy lists of hotspots & heaps of practical advice to help you whatever your budget Make the most of every minute of your trip with The Rough Guide to California ...