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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Chile & Rapa Nui (Easter Island).Discover Chile & Rapa Nui (Easter Island)'s most popular experiences and best kept secrets from surfing one of the most famous waves in the Americas, the perfect left break at Punta de Lobos; to catching a mind-melting sand dune sunset of surreal purples, pinks and yellows at Valle de la Luna; and visiting the most opulent wineries in Chile's Colchagua Valley.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Chile & Rapa Nui (Easter Island) travel guide:Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsAll-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Chile & Rapa Nui (Easter Island) effortlesslyExciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursionsExpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and moreVibrant photography and maps Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Volcán Villarrica to Parque Nacional Conguillío and Orongo Ceremonial VillageEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Chile & Rapa Nui culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Santiago, Norte Grande, Norte Chico, Middle Chile, The Lakes District & South Chile, Chiloé, Northern Patagonia, Southern Patagonia & Tierra del Fuego, Rapa Nui Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Chile & Rapa Nui (Easter Island).

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Los Angeles & Southern California.Discover Los Angeles & Southern California's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from biking LA's shoreline around Santa Monica State Beach; to mingling with hipsters at Grand Central Market, a gourmet food hall in Downtown LA; and hiking to waterfalls along superb nature trails in Los Padres National Forest.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Los Angeles & Southern California travel guide:Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsAll-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Los Angeles & Southern California effortlesslyExciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursionsExpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and moreVibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Los AngelesGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Downtown Disney, Knott's Berry Farm and LegolandEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Los Angeles & Southern California culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Santa Barbara County, Los Angeles, Disneyland & Orange County, San Diego & Around, Palm Springs & the Deserts Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Los Angeles & Southern California.

Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips California reveals 33 incredible escapes - with maps - so you can experience the freedom of the open road.Get ready for a road trip like no other and discover unforgettable drives across California that range from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures, from tasting your way around the idyllic Napa and Sonoma Wine Country, to finding old-California charm in its idyllic small towns like Nevada City and Arcata, to taking in famous Hollywood filming locations in San Diego and Eastern Sierra. Inside Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips California:Discover 33 open road escapes that range from 2 days to 2 weeksEach route featured includes easy-to-use maps, detailed directions and tips about when to go, duration, distance, and how to link your trip to other drivesFind the top stops and experiences as well as fun photo opportunities along the way'Our Picks' section highlights the best: nature routes, small towns, foodie favourites, roadside attractions, movie magicLocal travel experts share why they love each trip Essential 'Toolkit' on arriving, hiring the right car for your trip, getting around, local driving laws, accommodation, health and safety, and moreCovers: Northern California, Central California, Southern CaliforniaHit the road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips California and discover breathtaking drives that offer a precious window into this very special region.

Lonely Planet’s Caribbean Islands is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Set sail from Tortola, snorkel in Aruba's clear waters, and feel the music in Cuba; all with your trusted travel companion.Inside Lonely Planet’s Caribbean Islands Travel Guide: Lonely Planet’s Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination’s best experiences and where to have them Itineraries help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interestsLocal insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - whether it’s history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politicsEating & drinking - get the most out of your gastronomic experience as we reveal the regional dishes and drinks you have to tryMusic of the Caribbean chapterToolkit - all of the planning tools for solo travellers, LGBTQIA+ travellers, family travellers and accessible travelColour maps and images throughoutLanguage - essential phrases and language tipsInsider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spotsCovers Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Aruba, the Bahamas, Barbados, Bonaire, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Cuba, Curacao, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Haiti, Jamaica, Martinique, Montserrat, Puerto Rico, Saba, Sint Eustatius, St-Barthelemy, St Kitts & Nevis, St Lucia, St-Martin & Sint Maarten, St Vincent & the Grenadines, Trinidad & Tobago, Turks & Caicos, US Virgin Islands About Lonely Planet: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 traveller since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travellers 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).'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller'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)

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Coastal California.Discover Coastal California's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from feasting on clam chowder and rich crab-festooned cioppino in Monterey, to hiking through Pinnacles National Park and exploring boulders and bat-filled talus caves, and kayaking among sea otters and chubby little seals at Moss Landing.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Coastal California travel guide:Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsAll-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Coastal California effortlesslyExciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursionsExpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and moreVibrant photography and maps Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from the Golden Gate Bridge, to the Lost Coast Trail, and Hearst CastleEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Coastal California culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: San Francisco, Marin County & Bay Area, Napa & Sonoma Wine Country, North Coast & Redwoods, Central Coast, Santa Barbara County, Los Angeles, Disneyland & Orange County, San Diego & Around Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Coastal California.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Ecuador & the Galápagos Islands.Discover Ecuador & the Galápagos Islands' most popular experiences and best kept secrets from marvelling at giant tortoises in the mythic islands of the Galápagos; to climbing Volcán Cayambe, the highest point in the world through which the equator passes; and travelling down the Rio Napo to a riverside indigenous village to discover its timeless traditions.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Ecuador & the Galápagos Islands travel guide: Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsAll-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Ecuador & the Galápagos Islands effortlesslyExciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursionsExpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and moreVibrant photography and mapsGet fresh takes on must-visit sightsEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Ecuador & the Galápagos Islands culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Quito, Northern Highlands, North Coast & Lowlands, The Oriente, Central Highlands, South Coast, Cuenca & the southern Highlands, Galápagos IslandsCreate a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Ecuador & the Galápagos Islands.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to California.Discover California's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from hitting the Lost Coast Trail, where hardy backpackers tackle miles of rugged, unspoiled coastline; to slurping up NorCal's best oysters fresh from Tomales Bay at wee Marshall, just north of San Francisco; and zipping between historic towns in the rolling Gold Country of the Sierra Nevada foothills on a Hwy 49 road trip.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's California travel guide:Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsAll-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate California effortlesslyExciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursionsExpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and moreVibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of CaliforniaGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from the Presidio to Colt Tower and Golden Gate ParkEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Californian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: San Francisco, Marin County & Bay Area, Napa & Sonoma Wine Country, North Coast & Redwoods, Central Coast, Santa Barbara County, Los Angeles, Disneyland & Orange County, San Diego & Around, Palm Springs & the Deserts, Northern Mountains, Sacramento & the Central Valley, Gold Country, Lake Tahoe, Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's California.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Ecuador & the Galapagos.Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from travelling to the lower Rio Napo into the Amazon jungle to taking a dip in the paradise of a white-sand cove at Puerto Chino, and braving a spiritual cleansing from a curandero (healer) at Parroquia Puerto Limon.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands travel guide:Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsUpdated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands and connect experiences together with easeCreate your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passionsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights including Volcán Chimborazo; Museo Arqueológico Centro Cultural Orellana; and Quito’s UNESCO-listed Centro HistóricoSpecial features on wildlife encounters, exploring 24 iconic volcanoes, Galapagos islands guideExpert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and moreEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travelConnect with Ecuadorian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps Covers Quito, Northern Highlands, North Coast & Lowlands, The Oriente, Central Highlands, South Coast, Cuenca & the Southern Highlands, Galapagos Islands Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands.

This latest edition of Lonely Planet's Experience California travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic region with all the tools you need to create your own unique trip.Discover amazing local experiences from diving into endless summer at Santa Monica and Venice with its soul-stirring sunsets; to hiking through Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks; and ducking into the 19th-century ferry terminal in San Francisco for a showcase of top artisanal food producers.Build a one-of-a-kind trip with Lonely Planet's Experience California travel guide:Our Experience guidebook format is led by local experts who provide in-the-know tips so you can plan the ultimate 1-2 week adventureEasy-to-use regional and activity based itineraries help you get off-the-beaten-track and tailor a trip to your interestsInsider scoop on the best festivals, secret hangouts, hidden locations, tantalizing local food scene and photo-worthy viewsVibrant photography and maps including a pull out map of CaliforniaConnect with local traditions and trends through fun insights from understanding boomtown living in San Francisco, to marvelling at Monterey Bay's diverse sea life, and finding hidden gems in LAPractical information on money, getting around, unique places to stay and responsible travel, plus handy seasonal calendars on where to go, when to travel and what to packQR codes unlock extra digital content, know-how and travel secretsCovers: San Francisco & the Bay Area, Napa & Sonoma, Northern California & the Redwood Coast, Volcanic California, Central Coast, The Capital City: Sacramento, Thrilling Lake Tahoe, Yosemite & the Sierra Nevada, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, Beachfront Time Machine, Explore Balboa park, Surf's Up San Diego, Palm Springs and the Deserts Create your own dream travel itinerary and get away from the everyday with Lonely Planet's Experience California.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to South America.Discover South America's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from admiring one of Argentina's greatest natural wonders, the majestic Glaciar Perito Moreno; to taking in Patagonia's dramatic scenery on a road trip along Chile's Carretera Austral; and marvelling at the striking stone ruins of Ingapirca, Ecuador's most important archaeological site.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's South America travel guide:Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsAll-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate South America effortlesslyExciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursionsExpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and moreVibrant photography and maps Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Parque Nacional Tierra del Fuego, Tiwanaku, and the wineries of TarijaEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with South American culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Argentina; Bolivia; Brazil; Chile; Colombia; Ecuador; French Guiana; Guyana; Paraguay; Peru; Suriname; Uruguay; Venezuela Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's South America.

Lonely Planet’s South America is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Walk Patagonian glaciers, dance the night away in Rio de Janeiro and explore Incan ruins; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of South America and begin your journey now!Inside Lonely Planet’s South America Travel Guide: Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020’s COVID-19 outbreakNEW top experiences feature - a visually inspiring collection of [destination’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 Improved planning tools for family travelers - where to go, how to save money, plus fun stuff just for kidsColor maps and images throughoutHighlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interestsInsider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spotsEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, websites, transit tips, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks missCultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politicsOver 168 maps Covers Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela and moreThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s South America, our most comprehensive guide to South America, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less traveled. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. 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. 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)