Written in Rough Guides` trademark opinionated style, this travel guide offers insightful, first-hand accounts of Panama`s top sights & local secrets, from the Panama Canal`s new multi-billion-dollar expansion to partying in the Azuero Peninsula. With full colour pictures throughout, & up-to-date listings on hotels, restaurants, nightlife & shops across every price range, all of which are marked on our user-friendly maps, The Rough Guide to Panama is the ultimate guide to this dazzling Central American country. You may dream of lazing on a hammock on a white-sand beach, or itch to explore every corner of Panama City`s casco viejo. You might want to scour every chapter in detail, or perhaps you`re simply looking for fast-fix itineraries & cherry-picked highlights. Whether you`re an armchair explorer or an adrenaline junkie, The Rough Guide to Panama won`t let you down. Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Panama. ...

The Rough Guide to Panama, now in full colour throughout, is the ultimate travel guide to this vibrant & fascinating country. Discover Panama`s highlights with stunning photography, colour-coded maps & more listings & information than ever before. You`ll find detailed practical advice on what to see & do
- from a boat trip up the Panama Canal to a jungle trek in the Darien, from sightseeing in Panama City to beach-lazing in Guna Yala
- as well as up-to-date descriptions of the best hotels, bars, clubs, shops & restaurants, across every price range, giving you clear, balanced reviews & reliable, first-hand opinions. Whether you have time to browse detailed chapters, or need fast-fix itineraries & cherry-picked highlights, The Rough Guide to Panama won`t let you down.

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Discover Paris with the most incisive & in-the-know guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to stroll along the Seine, sip aperitifs at classy left-bank cafes or browse modern art at the Palais de Tokyo, The Rough Guide to Paris will show you ideal places to sleep, eat, drink & shop along the way. Inside The Rough Guide to Paris- 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
- navigate the medieval lanes of the Quartier Latin or the Marais`s swanky shopping streets without needing to get online.- stunning, inspirational images- Itineraries
- carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip.- Detailed city coverage
- whether in the city centre or out in the suburbs, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered: the islands; the Marais; the Quartier Latin; St-Germain; Montparnasse; Montmarte; Disneyland Paris. Attractions include: Eiffel Tower; Musee Rodin; Puces de St-Ouen; Pompidou Centre; Notre-Dame; Pere-Lachaise; Musee Picasso; Musee d` Orsay; Fondation Louis Vuitton; Sainte-Chapelle; Berges de Seine; Place des Vosges.- Listings chapters
- from accommodation to clubs & live music, plus festivals, events & Paris for children.- Basics
- essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, the media, living in Paris, health, bike tours, boat trips, public holidays & more.- Background information
- a Contexts chapter devoted to history & books, plus a handy language section & glossary. Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with the Rough Guide to Paris About Rough Guides: Escape the everyday with Rough Guides.





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The Rough Guide to Peru covers the country in-depth from the jawdropping attractions of the Macchu Picchu, Lake Titicaca & Colca Canyon to Lima`s endlessly hip restaurant scene. Rough Guides` expert authors have covered every inch of Peru, communing with Amazon shamans, rafting the waters of the mighty Urubamba & hiking to the little-visited Inca ruins of Choquequirao. Discover where to find Peru`s best pisco sour, view the rainforest high up from a canopy walkway or check out the country`s coolest surfing hangout with Rough Guides` things not to miss section. Learn how to get the most out of one of South America`s most versatile destinations with The Rough Guide to Peru range of itineraries. Meet the Incas with the in-depth history section & read about everything from traditional panpipe music to hallucinogenic plants. Over 70 clear, full-colour maps help you find a hostel while the easy-to-use transport info will make sure you don`t end up on a chicken bus to nowhere. ...

Discover thisfascinating South American countrywith the most incisive & entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to go wildlife-spotting in the jungle, explore lofty Inca citadels or indulge in a pisco sour (or three), The Rough Guide to Peru 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
- to navigate the colonial heart of Lima or wander the ancient streets of Cusco without needing to get online. Stunning images
- a rich collection of inspiring colour photography. Things not to miss
- Rough Guides` rundown of thebest sights & experiences in Peru. 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: Lima; Trujillo; Cusco; the Sacred Valley;the Peruvian Amazon; Tarma & the Central Sierra; Arequipa & Lake Titicaca; Nazca; Huarez & the cordilleras; the south & Ancash coasts. Attractions include: Machu Picchu & the Inca Trail; the Nazca Lines; Huascarán National Park; Kuélap; the Ballestas Islands; Reserva Nacional Paracas; Sacsay huaman; Pisac market; the Valley of the Pyramids. Basics
- essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food & drink, festivals & events, sports & outdoor activities, costs & more. Background information
- a Contexts chapter devoted to history, wildlife & literature, plus a language section.






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The Rough Guide to Portugal is the ultimate travel guide to one of the world`s most popular holiday destinations. With in-depth coverage to guide you & stunning photography to inspire you, The Rough Guide to Portugal will ensure you make the most of your time in Portugal, whether you plan to relax on the Algarve`s vast swathes of golden s&, surf the wave-lashed west coast or hike through the country`s unspoilt mountainous interior. Crystal clear maps help you explore Portugal further, from tracking down fashionable hangouts in Lisbon to discovering the port wine lodges in Porto. Insider reviews reveal the best places to eat, drink & sleep with something for every budget, whether you plan to enjoy the country`s pousadas by staying in a stunningly converted monastery or castle, gorge on pasteis de Belem in Lisbon, or sip your way along a wine route in the Alentejo. Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Portugal. ...

Discover Prague with the most knowledgeable & entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to explore the hidden gems of the Old Town, sightsee by tram or simply enjoy the best beer in the world, The Rough Guide to Prague will show you ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, relax & shop along the way. Inside The Rough Guide to Prague- 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
- navigate the winding cobbled streets of the Old Town as well as the metro, tram & bus systems without needing to get online.- stunning, inspirational images- Itineraries
- carefully planned, themed routes to help you organize your trip & see the very best of the city.- Detailed coverage
- whether negotiating the twisting lanes of the centre or on a day-trip to the magnificent Karlstejn Castle, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered: Hradcany, Mala Strana, Stare Mesto, Josefov, Nove Mesto, Vysehrad & the eastern suburbs, Holesovice & the western suburbs, day-trips to Melnik, Terezin & Kutna Hora, Konopiste chateau, Karlstejn Castle & Lidice. Attractions include: Wenceslas Square, astronomical clock, Charles Bridge, Prague Castle, Old Town Square) Obecni Dum, Trade Fair Palace, UPM, Petrin.- Listings
- a rundown of the best accommodation (from budget to luxury), cafes & restaurants, pubs & bars, plus clubs & live music, the arts, shopping & sports.- Basics
- essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, a new city tours section, the media, festivals, entry requirements, public holidays & more.- Background information
- a Contexts chapter devoted to history, Prague personalities, & books, plus a handy language section & glossary. Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with the Rough Guide to Prague





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The Rough Guide to Provence & the Cote d` Azur, now in full colour throughout, is the ultimate travel guide to the most compelling region of southern France. Discover the local highlights with stunning photography, colour-coded maps & more listings & information than ever before. From great cities like Aix & Avignon to the vibrant port of Marseille, the eerie marshlands of the Camargue & the glamorous resorts of the Cote d` Azur, you`ll find detailed practical advice on everything to see & do, as well as up-to-date descriptions of the best hotels, bars, & restaurants for all budgets. With in-depth descriptions of every destination, suggested itineraries & top 5 boxes, The Rough Guide to Provence & the Cote d` Azur will help you make the most of this beautiful region. ...

Whether you`re tracking wild bears, dancing with Gypsies or braving Dracula`s lair, you won`t set a foot wrong with The Rough Guide to Romania. From the folk customs of Maramure? & painted monasteries of Bucovina to Bucharest`s thriving gastronomic scene, Rough Guides` freshly updated seventh edition takes you on a time-travelling trip around this most diverse of destinations. With a section of suggested itineraries, plus detailed maps & gorgeous full-colour photographs throughout, you`ll feel inspired to step off the beaten track & really explore Romania`s wealth of cultural riches. Our local-expert authors have also peppered The Rough Guide to Romania with anecdotal titbits, h&-picked tips & unparalleled historical background to ensure you squeeze every last drop of potential from your travels. Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Romania. ...

Discover the eternal city with the most in-the-know & entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to brave the crowds visiting the Sistine Chapel, pick up picnic supplies at a mouthwatering market or shop till you drop on Via dei Condotti, The Rough Guide to Rome will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink & relax along the way. Inside The Rough Guide to Rome- 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 Trastevere or the ruins of the Palatine Hill without needing to get online.- Itineraries
- carefully planned routes, both by day & by theme, to help you organize your trip.- Detailed coverage
- whether in the city centre or away from the hordes in the more residential neighbourhoods, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered include: the Centro Storico; the Vatican; Campo de` Fiori & the Ghetto; Piazza Venezia & the Capitoline Hill; the Tridenti & Trevi; the Quirinale & Via Veneto; Monti, Termini & the Esquiline Hill; Trastevere & the Janiculum Hill; Villa Borghese; the Aventine Hill, Testaccio & Ostiense; plus day-trips to Ostia Antica, Tivoli, Viterbo & more. Attractions include: the Colosseum; the Forum; Circus Maximus; the Pantheon; St Peter`s; Galleria Borghese; Capitoline Museums; Vatican Museums; Trevi Fountain; Domus Aurea; Piazza Navona; Camp de` Fiori; & Ara Pacis.- Listings chapters
- from accommodation to eating & drinking, clubs & live music, culture & entertainment, plus festivals, shops & markets, LGBT Rome, sports & Kids` Rome.- Basics
- essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport including a rundown of useful bus & tram routes, city tours, the media, public holidays, tourist passes & more.- Background information
- a Contexts chapter devoted to history, architecture, books & films, plus a handy language section & glossary.





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