Now in its twelfth edition The Rough Guide to Italy is full of painstakingly researched information & inspiration to help you enjoy every moment of your Italian adventure Whether you're after action or relaxation Italy won't disappoint
- from touring Tuscan hill towns to wine-tasting your way around Friuli-Venezia Giulia lazing on the Amalfi Coast to shopping till you drop in Milan brushing up on Renaissance art in Florence to kitesurfing in Sardinia Rough Guides' expert tips & jaw-dropping photos give you everything you need for the perfect stay in Italia & although it's hard to go wrong with food in Italy we've got the lowdown on the most authentic rustic trattoria Michelin-starred restaurants & favourite aperitivi haunts not to mention the best places to learn how to cook like a local Full-colour maps throughout --- at regional & city level
- ensure you won't lose your way There are also suggested itineraries to help with planning reliable reviews of the best places to stay from welcoming agriturismi to stylish city-centre hotels plus in-depth & engrossing sections on Italy's history art & architecture & groundbreaking film industry & finally a handy language guide Make the most of your holiday with The Rough Guide to Italy

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Explore Japan with the smartest & shrewdest guidebook on the market Fully updated & expanded this stunningly illustrated travel guide brings you superb coverage of all the country's unmissable experiences from staying in a cosy ryokan & soaking in an onsen bath to climbing snow-capped Mount Fuji & watching a titanic bout of sumo Get up-to-the minute tips on contemporary Japan from Kyoto's burgeoning street-food scene to Tokyo's up-&-coming hipster hubs & read expert background on everything from anime to Zen Packed with advice on all the best places to eat sleep drink & party
- on every budget
- this new edition of The Rough Guide to Japan covers Japan with our trademark mix of candour insight & practical advice Full colour maps & Japanese characters are given throughout to help navigate this bewildering & bewitching country Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Japan

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Widely regarded as most comprehensive guide to Jordan the sixth edition of The Rough Guide to Jordan provides everything you need discover the Middle East's most remarkable destination Detailed accounts of every attraction along with crystal-clear maps & plans lift the lid on this fascinatingly diverse country Explore the world wonder that is Petra an ancient city carved from rose-red mountain cliffs Roam the Martian landscape of Wadi Rum beloved of Hollywood location scouts then relax on golden beaches at Aqaba Jordan's beautiful Red Sea resort At every point The Rough Guide to Jordan steers you to the best hotels cafes restaurants & shops across every price range giving you clear balanced reviews & honest first-hand opinions from our expert author Whether you're discovering contemporary art in Amman or floating your cares away on the Dead Sea make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Jordan ...

The Rough Guide to Kent Sussex & Surrey is the most comprehensive travel guide to this beautiful region Discover the area's highlights with stunning photography itineraries & colour-coded maps plus up-to-date listings & information You'll find detailed practical advice on what to see & do from ancient castles magnificent gardens & modern art galleries to award-winning vineyards white-sand beaches & walks in the South Downs National Park Comprehensive up-to-date reviews highlight the best B& Bs campsites cafes restaurants & pubs for all budgets giving you expert advice on which of Whitstable's famous oyster bars or Brighton's buzzy beach bars to try first Whether you're visiting for a weekend or a longer stay The Rough Guide to Kent Sussex & Surrey is all you need for the perfect trip ...

The Rough Guide to Kenya has been the most authoritative guide to the country since it was first published in 1987 The fully revised full-colour 11th edition covers the country in fine detail Learn how to cope with & enjoy Nairobi; visit the Maasai Mara without the crowds; explore lesser-known parks & conservancies; & make the most of the Indian Ocean coast A wealth of practical information covers the highways & byways supported by the most thoroughly researched & reliable background coverage available Go on safari in Tsavo East Amboseli Samburu Reserve & Meru National Park Explore Rift Valley lakes Mount Kenya the Kakamega Forest & the Shimba Hills Enjoy the Indian Ocean
- not just at Diani Beach Mombasa & Watamu but also at Msambweni Tiwi & Kilifi Stop off in Machakos Nanyuki & Kisumu & visit local markets museums & wildlife sanctuaries Whether you're visiting for a safari & beach holiday or embarking on a longer stay The Rough Guide to Kenya is the ultimate travel guide
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The Rough Guide to Languedoc & Roussillon is the ultimate travel guide to this rich & rewarding region of France Discover the highlights of both Languedoc & Roussillon with stunning photography colour-coded maps candid reviews & indispensable practical information You'll find detailed advice on what to see & do
- from visiting breathtaking hilltop villages & Cathar castles to lazing on dune-backed beaches & boating along the majestic Canal du Midi There's comprehensive coverage of all the urban centres like Toulouse Perpignan Montpellier & Nimes & of course the medieval citadel of Carcassonne Throughout the guide there are up-to-date descriptions of the best hotels bars shops markets cafes & restaurants for budgets high & low & insights into the region's traditions culture & heritage We'll lead the way to the best places to tuck into cassoulet shuck oysters or taste renowned wines such as Picpoul de Pinet & Cotes du Roussillon Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Languedoc & Roussillon
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Discover Laos with the most incisive & entertaining guidebook on the market Rough Guides' expert authors have done all the hard work for you seeking out the best guesthouses sampling sizzling street food & trekking to remote hill villages then writing it all up with our trademark blend of humour insight & practical advice Whether you plan to lounge on laidback islands in the Mekong river explore ancient Khmer temples or tour the Bolaven Plateau's coffee plantations this new edition of The Rough Guide to Laos will show you ideal places to sleep eat drink & shop along the way with options to suit every budget The Rough Guide to Laos is packed with stunning photography & colour-coded easy-to-use maps making finding your way around sleepy villages & busy cities a breeze ...

Experience London like a local with the most opinionated entertaining guidebook on the market Rough Guides' expert authors have trampled through royal parks navigated cobbled alleyways & propped up many-a-bar while researching this guide writing it all up with our trademark blend of humour & practical advice Whether you plan to browse the best of London's independent shops roam the rising quarters of Peckham & Hackney or witness relics of London's grisly history The Rough Guide to London has it covered What's more the sleeping eating shopping drinking & nightlife listings have been tailored to suit every budget from luxury to shoestring With stunning photography easy-to-use maps & chapter highlights plus some fast-fix itineraries The Rough Guide to London will help you navigate your way around this this sprawling & wonderfully diverse metropolis ...

The full-colour Rough Guide to Malaysia Singapore & Brunei is the ultimate guide to these three exciting Southeast Asian destinations covering all their attractions from amazing national parks & historic temples to gorgeous beaches & islands This new fully updated either edition features redrawn & comprehensively updated maps evocative photography & itineraries that take in both big sights & less visited spots There&s more detail on museums & galleries in Penang & Singapore & revamped coverage of trekking
- including more on the Kelabit Highlands a popular remote area in Sarawak There&s also plenty of practical information from budget flights to boutique accommodation & insider insights on the huge variety of excellent local cuisines the region has to offer The Rough Guide to Malaysia Singapore & Brunei will help you get the best out of your trip whatever your budget
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The Rough Guide to Mindfulness is the ultimate introduction to this highly effective antidote to stress anxiety & depression & will help you find balance & peace in a world which moves at an ever more frenzied pace Written by two leading practitioners this guide clearly explains all the basics of mindfulness from breathing techniques to self-awareness & meditation It outlines a short foundational course linked to free audio downloads of guided meditations including the Body Scan meditation The book also gives plenty of guidance on how to integrate the practice at work & home avoid distractions & really live in the present It highlights the latest findings from health experts & scientists on the benefits & shows how you can continue your mindfulness journey The Rough Guide to Mindfulness gives you all the necessary tools to find your way to a more peaceful existence as well as boosting energy confidence & self-control ...