The full-colour The Rough Guide to Jamaica is the ultimate travel guide to the most captivating of Caribbean Islands. In-depth coverage & clear maps will help you discover the best that the island has to offer
- from white-sand beaches & rum bars to misty mountains & vibrant towns
- while detailed practical information will help you get around. Fully updated, with expert information on everything from reggae & street parties to the best coffee & the quietest beaches, plus insider reviews of the best places to stay, eat & drink for all budgets, brought to life by stunning photography. Whether you want to flop on the beach or explore every corner of the isl&, the Rough Guide will make sure you make the most of your time in Jamaica.

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Discover this laid-back Caribbean island nation with the most incisive & entertaining guidebook onthe market. Whether you plan to visit Trench Town to walk in Bob Marley`s footsteps, seek out white sand coves & cascading waterfalls or enjoy the best jerk chicken from a roadside stall, The Rough Guide to Jamaica will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop & visit along the way. 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 chapter maps throughout
- explore the fishing villages along Treasure Beach or soak up Kingston`s legendary nightlife without needing to get online. Stunning images
- a rich collection of inspiring colour photography. Things not to miss
- Rough Guides` rundown of the best sights & experiencesin Jamaica. Itineraries
- carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip. Detailed coverage
- this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered include: Kingston, Ocho Rios, Montego Bay, Negril, The Blue Mountains, Port Royal, Cockpit Country, Port Antonio, Treasure Beach, Portl&, Bluefields Bay. Attractions include: Dunn`s Riverwaterfall, Blue Lagoon, Trench Town Culture Yard, Peter Tosh Museum, National Gallery, Appleton Estate, Rio Grande, Luminous Lagoon. Basics
- essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food & drink, festivals & events, sports & outdoor activities, culture & etiquette, shopping & more. Background information
- a Contexts chapter devoted to history, the environment, religion, music, language & recommended books. Make the most of yourtime on Earth with The Rough Guide to Jamaica.






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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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The Rough Guide to Japan makes the ideal travel companion to one of the world`s most unique & dynamic countries. In full colour throughout, this opinionated guide is packed with essential information on the latest & best places to sleep, eat, party & shop, as well as pointers on etiquette & other cultural niceties. From neon-soaked Tokyo to temple-studded Kyoto & snow-topped Mount Fuji, all of the major travel hotspots are covered in full, while the guide also points the way to off-the-beaten-track gems
- take a live-volcano hot spring on Kyushu isl&, go diving in tropical Okinawa, or wind your way through mountain traverses in the Japan Alps. Gain a richer understanding of the country through chapters on Japan`s history, religions, arts, movies & music plus coverage of pressing environmental issues. There are maps of all the main tourist destinations, together with easy-to-read colour transport maps covering the Tokyo & Osaka train & subway systems.
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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 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. You can 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. With a wealth of practical information, it 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. It explores 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 Korea is the ultimate travel guide to this fascinating peninsula. Discover Korea`s highlights with stunning ...

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. ...

The Rough Guide to Laos is the ultimate travel guide to this enchanting & unspoiled corner of Southeast Asia with clear maps & detailed coverage of all the attractions & activities. Discover Laos` highlights with stunning photography & information on everything from the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Luang Prabang to the spectacular waterfalls of the high Bolaven Plateau & the gorgeous Four Thousand Islands (Si Phan Don). Find detailed practical advice on what to see & do, relying on up-to-date descriptions of the best hotels & guesthouses, restaurants, bars, shops & tour operators for all budgets. The Rough Guide to Laos also

Includes:: detailed background on Laos` ethnic hill tribes & advice on where to trek & who to trek with. Explore every corner of this laidback country with easy-to-use maps to help make sure you don`t miss the unmissable.

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