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 40, 000 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. ...

Explore Bali & Lombok with the most on-the-ball guide you can buy. Our expert authors cover the islands with Rough Guides` trademark mix of candour, insight & practical advice. & they`ve done the hard work for you
- ticking off all the best accommodation, be it a high-end hotel or budget guesthouse; the choicest places to sample local cuisine; & the hippest bars. Fully updated & expanded, this stunningly illustrated travel guide brings you superb coverage of all Bali & Lombok`s unmissable experiences, from the cultural, such as classical Kamasan art, gamelan music & temple festivals, to the unabashedly self-indulgent: spas, surfing, white sands & gorgeous craft shops feature throughout its pages. Packed with advice on how to get around & full-colour maps throughout, The Rough Guide to Bali & Lombok takes you through picturesque rice fields, up Gunung Batur volcano, out to the less-visited west coast beaches, & over to the lovely little Gili Islands
- now with their own dedicated chapter. Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Bali & Lombok.

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With pristine, tropical beaches, sculpted rice-paddies & looming volcanic peaks, Indonesia`s two most famous islands instantly beguile. Rugged coastlines boast world-class surf, awesome diving & fashionable hot spots, while in Bali`s lush interior lies Ubud, the island`s celebrated cultural heart, a magnet for art-lovers & a showcase for Bali`s fascinating traditions. On Lombok you can trek up Gunung Rinjani, one of Indonesia`s highest peaks, or escape to the remote, white sandy beaches of the Gili Islands. With full-colour throughout, clear maps & stunning photography, The Rough Guide to Bali & Lombok will ensure you make the most of these alluring islands, with insider tips on everything from indulgent spa retreats & fantastic shops, to the best hotels, restaurants & bars to suit every budget. ...

The Rough Guide to Bangkok is the ultimate travel guide to the Thai capital, one of Asia`s most fascinating & energetic cities. Discover Bangkok`s highlights with clear maps, stunning photography & detailed coverage on everything from the iconic Wat Arun & legendary Thanon Khao San, to the intricate waterways of Thonburi & the further flung ancient capital of Ayutthaya. Comprehensive listings sections are packed with insider tips on the best places to eat, drink, shop & party in Bangkok, from 63rd-floor sky bars, indulgent spa retreats, & Downtown`s swanky shopping plazas, to electrifying Thai boxing venues, Banglamphu`s backpacker haunts & Chatuchak Weekend Market`s glut of over eight thousand stalls. ...

Enjoy the ultimate city break with the most incisive & entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan on exploring the Sagrada Familia, hitting the tapas trail in La Ribera or chilling out on one of the city`s glorious beaches, this new edition of The Rough Guide to Barcelona will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop & visit along the way. Inside The Rough Guide to Barcelona- Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides` trademark blend of humour, honesty & insight, to help you get the most out of your visit.
- Full-colour maps throughout & a handy city plan
- navigate the back alleys of the Barri Gotic or the Eixample`s grid of modernista buildings without needing to get online.
- stunning, inspirational images
- a rich collection of inspiring colour photography.
- Things not to miss
- Rough Guides` rundown of Barcelona`s best sights & experiences.
- Itineraries
- carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip.
- Detailed city coverage
- whether visiting the big sights or venturing off the tourist trail, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered include: the Ramblas, the Barri Gotic, El Raval, Sant Pere, La Ribera, Ciutadella, Barceloneta, Port Olimpic, Port Vell, Montjuic, Dreta de l` Eixample, Esquerra de l` Exiample. Glories, Gracia, Parc Guel, Horta, Les Corts, Pedralbes, Sarria-Sant Gervasi, Tibidabo, Pacr de Collserola. Attractions include: Sagrada Familia, Casa Batllo, La Pedrera, Fundacio Joan Miro, La Seu, Transbordador Aeri, La Bouqeria, Museu Nacional d` Art de Catalunya (MNAC), Museu Picasso, Museu d` Art Contemporani de Barcelona (MACBA), Camp Nou.- Listings
- honest & insightful reviews of all the best places to stay, eat, drink & shop, with options to suit every budget, along with the latest on Barcelona`s clubs, live-music venues, theatres, galleries & LGBT scene, plus in-depth sections on the city`s sports & outdoor activities, festivals & events, & children`s attractions.
- Basics
- essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, the media; tourist information; entry requirements & more
- Background information
- a Contexts chapter devoted to history & books & with a handy language section covering Castilian (Spanish) & Catalan.














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This in-depth coverage of Beijing`s local attractions, sights, & restaurants takes you to the most rewarding spots from the Temple of Heaven to the Forbidden City to the Ming tombs & stunning colour photography brings the land to life on the pages. With a beautiful new cover, amazing tips & information, & key facts, The Rough Guide to Beijing is the perfect travel companion. The locally based Rough Guides author team introduces the best places to stop & explore, & provides reliable insider tips on topics such as driving the roads, taking walking tours, or visiting local cathedrals. You`ll find special coverage of history, art, architecture, & literature, & detailed information on the best markets & shopping for each area in this fascinating city. The Rough Guide to Beijing also unearths the best restaurants, nightlife, & places to stay, from backpacker hostels to boutique hotels, & colour-coded maps feature every sight & listing. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Beijing. ...

Discover these culture-rich destinations with the most incisive & entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to go on the beer crawl to end them all, a devoted art pilgrimage
- think Ghent`s medieval masterpieces & the Magritte connection in Brussels
- or an exploration of the Ardennes` wildest reaches, The Rough Guide to Belgium & Luxembourg will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop & visit along the way. Inside The Rough Guide Belgium & Luxembourg- Independent, trusted reviews written with 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
- navigate the backstreets of Brussels or the war sites of the Ypres Salient without needing to get online.- stunning images
- a rich collection of inspiring colour photography.- Things not to miss
- Rough Guides` rundown of Belgium & Luxembourg`s best sights & experiences.- Itineraries
- carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip.- Detailed regional coverage
- 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: Brussels; Flanders; Antwerp & the northeast of Belgium; Hainaut & Wallonian Brabant; the Ardennes; & Luxembourg. Attractions include: Ostend beach; Pairi Daiza zoo & gardens; the Menin Gate, Ieper; Vianden Castle, Luxembourg; Musee Herge, Louvain-la-Neuve; MAS Museum, Antwerp; & Bouillon castle.- Basics
- essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food & drink, health, the media, festivals, sports & outdoor activities, entry requirements & more.- Background information
- a Contexts chapter devoted to history, books & Belgian art, plus a handy language section & glossary.








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The Rough Guide to Belize is the ultimate travel guide to this unique country, with clear maps & detailed coverage of all the best attractions, from the sun-washed cayes to soaring Mayan pyramids. You can discover Belize`s highlights with stunning photography & in-depth information on everything from the country`s magnificent Barrier Reef
- the longest in the Western Hemisphere
- to its mist-shrouded jungles. You can find detailed practical advice on what to see & do in Belize, relying on up-to-date descriptions of the best resorts, hotels, spas, restaurants & activities for all budgets. You can explore every corner of Belize with clear, user-friendly maps.

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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. ...

The fully updated & redesigned tenth edition of The Rough Guide to Berlin
- now in full colour throughout
- is the definitive

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