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Have you visited Bangkok, Thailand, the most popular travel destination in Southeast Asia? Nearly 12 million foreign tourists descend on Bangkok each year and included in countless itineraries, Bangkok is usually the first stop in Southeast Asia. Visit the famous and well-known historical sites - The Royal Palace, Wats and temples; eat yourself into a happy stupor for pennies (just wait until you see one of Bangkok’s Food Courts that spread into infinity and beyond); spend time strolling through different neighborhoods, each with its own distinct character; and cruise up and down the Chao Phraya River, passing famous sights along the way. What about shopping; a walk through infamous Pat Pong; having one of the always painful Thai massages [More..] | |
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Lonely Planet has found the best of Nepal. Lose yourself in the temple-strewn alleys of Bhaktapur, the quiet beauty of a Himalayan vista or the vibrant excitement of a Bodhnath Stupa pilgrimage - then find your next adventure with our 8th edition of this indispensable guide.Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip.In This Guide:Adrenaline-packed activities chapter has you paddling, biking and climbing NepalFull-Color Feature reveals the best temples, festivals and mountain trailsGreen Index helps you tread lightly [More..] | |
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Experience The Best of ThailandMake the most of your trip abroad – Lonely Planet’s full color Discover guides highlight the best a country has to offer while still providing an authentic and memorable experience.Full Color ThroughoutFull of color images and maps – makes planning as inspiring as the journey itselfColor-coded navigationEasy-To-Use StructureEasy-to-use tools include: color-coded chapters, color thumb tabs, dynamic color spreads on major highlights andEasy-to-read planning sections throughoutHighlightsSpecial front-of-book chapter on the top 25 can’t-miss experiencesFeatures the must-see attractions and unbeatable experiencesFocuses on key cities and regionsItinerariesCountry-wide itineraries take you step by step thoug [More..] | |
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With a Lonely Planet guidebook you'll get the best out of your Indonesian trip. Our 9th edition of Indonesia will take you to the best beaches and bars in Bali, through lush paddy fields in Sumatra, diving with turtles off the Gilis in Lombok and to a traditional dance in Ubud.Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip.In This Guide:Discover natural Indonesia with our special color chapterDetailed Itineraries for planning the perfect tripGreen Index helps you step lightly on your travels [More..] | |
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This is the story of a couples visit deep into the culture of Vietnam and Cambodia. The highlights of the story include a visit to the Hill tribes at Sapa, the Sunday market at Bac Ha, sailing Halong Bay, exploring the culture and architecture of Hanoi, historic Hue, shopping mecca Hoi An, a trip on the Re-unification Express, the Open Bus, got lost in Phan Thiet and discovering the South including Ha Chi Ming and the Mekong Delta. During these independent journeys they met the people, experienced the culture and sampled the wonderful Vietnamese regional cuisine.Then in Cambodia they explored the wonderful temples of Ankor Wat, were dumb struck by the “lost in the jungle” experience of Ta Prohm, look the express boat across the Tonle Sa [More..] | |
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"The Rough Guide to Thailand's Beaches & Islands" is the perfect companion for island-hopping through Thailand's spectacular coastal regions. Whether you wish to kayak through the limestone karsts of Ao Phang Nga, explore the dive sites around Ko Tao, party on Phuket or relax on one of Ko Samui's idyllic beaches, this guide will lead you straight to the region's best attractions. The guide features a colour section on Thailand Underwater, including the best of the country's amazing diving and snorkelling sites, as well as detailed coverage of Bangkok, Thailand's fascinating capital. You'll find up-to-date reviews on all the hottest places to stay from mid-range hotels to eco-minded accomodation including local Thai homestays, as well as ple [More..] | |
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In 1326, Ibn Battuta began a pilgrimage to Mecca that ended 27 years and 75,000 miles later. His engrossing account of that journey provides vivid scenes from Morocco, southern Russia, India, China, and elsewhere. "Essential reading . . . the ultimate in real life adventure stories." — History in Review. [More..] | |
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On Our Own is about an 8000 mile journey by bicycle, through the heart of South-east Asia. Anne and Mike Poe, an American couple in their mid-fifties, journeyed for six months from Bali, Indonesia through Java, Sumatra, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam and China until finally reaching Hong Kong. Experience the Poes' unique adventure as they sojourn on their own with no guides to show them the way, no organized tours to fix all the problems and no translators to read the menus. Their stories tell the truth about what it really feels like to travel into the lives of the local populations. Meet head on the rising aspirations of a Third World continent banging at the door of change yet still very much imprisoned by the infrastructure and philosophic [More..] | |
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Lonely Planet BangkokWatch the sun set whilst sipping a cocktail at one of Bangkok’s rooftop bars, and gear up for a magic night out in Asia’s capital of coolExplore the labyrinthine bustle of Southeast Asia’s biggest open-air market as you bargain for everything from silk to spices at Chatuchak Weekend MarketSlurp up a storm over a fragrant bowl of world-class noodles at one of the city’s many streetside stallsFollow the drumbeat to a temple or shrine and delight in traditional lá•kon gâa bon (shrine dancing)In This Guide:Two Bangkok insiders, 720 hours of in-depth research on the ground, 29 detailed maps, 75 bowls of go o•ay de e•o (noodles) eatenLuscious color section covering the best of Thai cuisineUnrivalled coverage o [More..] | |
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Nobody knows Thailand like Lonely Planet. Our 13th edition will have you soaking up the sun on the island paradises of the south, trekking among the hill tribes and riding elephants in Chiang Mai, discovering the ancient temples of Sukhothai and snapping up bargains or being pampered in a spa in Bangkok.Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip.In This Guide:Detailed advice on everything from food & drink to transport & healthSpecial 'Thailand & You' chapter with tips on culture and etiquetteExtensive Deep South coverage eases your [More..] | |
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