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<strong>Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal</strong><i><strong> all</strong></i><strong> you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Thailand's Islands and Beaches.</strong><br/><br/>Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from visiting Phuket Elephant Sanctuary to feed the rescued elephants, to dining with locals at the vibrant Surat Thani Night Market, and freediving off the north coast of Ko Pha-Ngan.<br/><br/><strong>Build a trip to remember</strong> with <strong>Lonely Planet's </strong><i><strong>Thailand's Islands & Beaches</strong></i> travel guide:<ul><li><strong>Our classic guidebook format </strong>provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning <strong>multi-week trips</strong></li><li><strong>Updated with an all new structure and design</strong> so you can navigate Thailand's Islands & Beaches and connect experiences together with ease</li><li><strong>Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries</strong> for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions</li><li><strong>Get fresh takes on must-visit sights </strong>including Ko Kut, Ko Mak, and Trang's beaches & islands</li><li><strong>Special features</strong> on picking your ideal island, thai food explained, Bangkok gateway guide</li><li><strong>Expert local recommendations </strong>on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more</li><li><strong>Essential information toolkit </strong>containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel </li><li><strong>Connect with Thai culture through stories </strong>that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions </li><li><strong>Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps</strong> including a <strong>pull out map of Thailand</strong></li><li><strong>Covers</strong> Bangkok and around, Ko Chand and the Eastern Seaboard, Hua Hin and the Upper gulf, Ko Samui and the Lower Gulf, Phuket and the Andaman Coast</li></ul><br/><br/> <br/><br/>Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the <i>heart</i> of this extraordinary country with <strong>Lonely Planet's </strong><i><strong>Thailand's Islands & Beaches.</strong></i>

Lonely Planet's Boston is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all that Boston has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Check out the revolutionary Freedom Trail, watch a game at Fenway Park and soak in the ambiance at Harvard Square; all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely Planet's Boston Travel Guide: What's NEW in this edition? Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020's COVID-19 outbreak NEW top experiences feature - a visually inspiring collection of Boston's best experiences and where to have them What's NEW feature taps into cultural trends and helps you find fresh ideas and cool new areas Pull-out, passport-size 'Just Landed' card* with wi-fi, ATM and transport info - all you need for a smooth journey from airport to hotelPlanning tools for family travellers Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Eating &amp; drinking in Boston - we reveal the dishes and drinks you have to try Boston's beaches - whether you're looking for relaxation or activities, we break down the best beaches to visit and provide safety information Color maps and images throughout Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politics Over 32 maps Covers Charlestown, West End &amp; North End, Beacon Hill &amp; Boston Common, Downtown &amp; Waterfront, South End &amp; Chinatown, Back Bay, Kenmore Square &amp; Fenway, Seaport District &amp; South Boston, Cambridge and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Boston, our most comprehensive guide to Boston, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled.<br/><br/>Visiting Boston for a week or less? Lonely Planet's Pocket Boston is a handy-sized guide focused on the city's can't-miss experiences. Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's Eastern USA guide for a comprehensive look at all the region has to offer. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973.<br/><br/>Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times 'Lonely Planet.<br/><br/>It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveler's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. <br/><br/>It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia)

Put on your running shoes - it's time to hit the road, the trails and the great outdoors. In this comprehensive runner's companion, you'll find 50 of the world's greatest running routes - from short city runs and must-do marathons to cross-country trails and challenging ultras - plus a further 150 courses around the globe to satisfy runners of all abilities. Each run is accompanied by stunning photos and a map and toolkit of practical details - where to start and finish, how to get there, where to stay and more - to help you plan the perfect trip. <br/><br/>Suggestions for similar runs around the world are also included. Organised by continent, Lonely Planet's Epic Runs of the World takes runners past giraffes, zebras and rhinos in Africa, along courses the length of Vancouver's Stanley Park Seawall in the Americas, offers spectacular views of Hong Kong from Victoria Peak in Asia and jogs along Rome's Tiber River in Europe, while inviting athletes to push themselves to the limit in Oceania's Blue Mountains Ultra. Runs in Africa include:The Lewa Safari Marathon (Kenya)Marathon Des Sables (Morocco)The Great Ethiopian RunThe Comrades Ultramarathon (South Africa)Run in the Americas include:The Big Sur Marathon (USA)Havana's El Malecon (Cuba)Rio at Dawn (Brazil)An Illuminating Ascent in La Paz (Bolivia)Runs in Asia include:The Great Wall Marathon (China)Angkor Wat Half Marathon (Cambodia)A Temple Ascent in Pokhara (Nepal)Kyoto's Riverside (Japan)Runs in Europe include:Amalfi Coast's Path of the Gods (Italy)A Classic Fell Run in the Lakes (England)The Athens Marathon (Greece)Dublin's Wild Side (Ireland)Runs in Oceania include:Great Ocean Road Marathon (Australia)The Kepler Track (New Zealand)Freycinet Peninsula (Tasmania)A Ghost Run in Waihi Gorge (New Zealand)About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973.

With stories of 50 incredible hiking routes in 30 countries, from New Zealand to Peru, plus a further 150 suggestions, Lonely Planet's<i> Epic Hikes of the World</i> will inspire a lifetime of adventure on foot. From one-day jaunts and urban trails to month-long thru-hikes, cultural rambles and mountain expeditions, each journey shares one defining feature: being truly epic. <br/><br/>In this follow-up to <i>Epic Bike Rides</i> and <i>Epic Drives</i>, we share our adventures on the world's best treks and trails. <i>Epic Hikes</i> is organised by continent, with each route brought to life by a first-person account, beautiful photographs and charming illustrated maps. Additionally, each hike includes trip planning advice on how to get there, where to stay, what to pack and where to eat, as well as recommendations for three similar hikes in other regions of the world. <br/><br/>Hikes featured include: <br/><br/>Africa & the Middle East: <ul><li>Cape Town's Three Peaks (South Africa)</li><li>Kilimanjaro (Tanzania)</li><li>Camp to Camp in South Luangwa National Park (Zambia)</li></ul> <br/><br/>Americas: <ul><li>Angel's Landing, Zion National Park (USA)</li><li>Skyline Trail, Jasper National Park (Canada)</li><li>Concepcion volcano hike (Nicaragua)</li></ul> <br/><br/>Asia: <ul><li>88 Sacred Temples of Shikoku Pilgrimage (Japan)</li><li>Markha Valley (India)</li><li>Gubeikou to Jinshanling on the Great Wall (China)</li></ul> <br/><br/>Europe: <ul><li>Wordsworth's Backyard: Dove Cottage and around Rydal and Grasmere (UK)</li><li>Alpine Pass Route (Switzerland)</li><li>Camino de Santiago (Spain)</li></ul> <br/><br/>Oceania: <ul><li>Sydney's Seven Bridges Walk (Australia)</li><li>The Routeburn Track (New Zealand)</li><li>Kokoda Track (Papua New Guinea)</li></ul> <br/><br/><b>About Lonely Planet: </b>Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more.

Get ready to explore America's most thrilling gravel, road and trail bike routes. <br/><br/>This definitive companion for cycling enthusiasts showcases 200 of North, Central and South America's best and most celebrated routes, from epic adventures off the beaten path to shorter urban rides. Go bikepacking in Baja, road riding in Colombia, mountain biking in Canada and gravel riding in Pennsylvania. <br/><br/>Each ride is accompanied by stunning photos and a map and toolkit of practical details - where to start and finish, how to get there, where to stay and more - to help you plan the perfect trip. Suggestions for similar rides around the world are also included. <br/><br/>Rides in Canada include: <ul><li>The Cabot Trail (Nova Scotia)</li><li>Whistler Bike Park (British Columbia)</li><li>The Whitehorse Trails (Yukon)</li><li>Banff to Whitefish (Alberta)</li></ul> <br/><br/>Rides in the USA include: <ul><li>Mountain Biking in Moab (Utah)</li><li>Great Allegheny Passage</li><li>Colorado Beer Ride</li><li>Glacier National Park Loop (Montana)</li><li>The Covered Bridges of Vermont</li></ul> <br/><br/>Rides in Central America & Caribbean <ul><li>The Baja Divide (Mexico)</li><li>Oaxaca to Zipolite (Mexico)</li><li>Cuba's Southern Rollercoaster (Cuba)</li></ul> <br/><br/>Rides in South America include: <ul><li>The Trans Ecuador Mountain Bike Route (Ecuador)</li><li>Mendoza Wine Ride (Argentina)</li><li>The Lagunas Route (Bolivia)</li><li>To the Tip of Patagonia (Argentina)</li><li>The Peru Divide</li></ul> <br/><br/><b>About Lonely Planet:</b> Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more.

<b>Lonely Planet's<i> Eastern USA</i></b> is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore the tropical islands of the Florida Keys, hit the streets of New York City and watch the leaves change color in New England - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Eastern USA and begin your journey now!<br/><br/>Inside <b>Lonely Planet's <i>Eastern USA:</i></b><br/><br/><i><b>- </b></i><b>NEW pull-out, passport-size 'Just Landed' card</b> with wi-fi, ATM and transportation info - all you need for a smooth journey from airport to hotel<br/><br/><b>- Improved planning tools for family travelers</b> - where to go, how to save money, plus fun stuff just for kids<br/><br/><b>- NEW Accommodations feature</b> gathers all the information you need to plan your accommodations<br/><br/><b>- Colour maps</b> and images throughout<br/><br/><b>- Highlights and itineraries</b> help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests<br/><br/><b>- Insider tips</b> to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots<br/><br/><b>- Cultural insights </b>give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics<br/><br/><b>- Covers</b> New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, New England, Washington DC, Florida, the Great Lakes, North &amp; South Carolina, Tennessee, Alabama, Louisiana, and more

<b>Lonely Planet's </b><b><i>Jamaica</i></b> is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Dance to the island's reggae soundtrack, go snorkelling at delicate Lime Cay, or swim in the cool mountain pools of Reach Falls; all with your trusted travel companion. <br/><br/> Inside <strong>Lonely Planet's Jamaica</strong>Travel Guide: <br/> <br/> <br/><br/> <br/><br/> <strong>Lonely Planet's Top Picks</strong> - a visually inspiring collection of the destination's best experiences and where to have them <br/><br/> <strong>Itineraries</strong> help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interests <br/> <strong>Local insights</strong> give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - whether it's history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politics <br/><br/> <strong>Eating and drinking</strong><i><strong> - </strong></i>get the most out of your gastronomic experience as we reveal the regional dishes and drinks you have to try <br/><br/> <strong>Jamaica's best Waterfalls</strong> <br/><br/> <strong>Toolkit</strong> - all of the planning tools for solo travellers, LGBTQIA+ travellers, family travellers and accessible travel <br/><br/> <strong>Colour maps</strong> and images throughout <br/> <strong>Language </strong>- essential phrases and language tips <br/><br/> <strong>Insider tips</strong> to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots <br/><br/> <strong>Covers</strong> Kingston, Blue Mountains, Ocho Rios, Dry Harbour Mountains, Port Antonio, Rio Grande Valley, Montego Bay, Negril, Mayfield Falls, Bluefields, Cockpit Country, Mandeville, Treasure Beach and more <br/><br/> <br/><br/> <br/><br/> <strong>About Lonely Planet:</strong> <br/><br/> Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travelers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet). <br/><br/> <br/><br/> <i>'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveler's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)</i>