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Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Europe reveals 41 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 Europe that range from 2-day escapes to multi-week adventures, from cruising Spain's Mediterranean coast, to discovering quaint medieval towns in Bavaria, and exploring the wineries and terraced vineyards of Portugal's culinary Eden.Inside Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Europe:Discover 41 open road escapes that range from 2 days to 3 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: art and architecture drives, history drives, food and wine drives, seaside drives, mountain drivesLocal 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: Italy, France, Great Britain, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Switzerland, Austria Hit the road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Europe and discover breathtaking drives that offer a precious window into this very special region.

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.

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's USA's Best Trips. This trusted travel companion features 51 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Cruise down the California Coast, gaze up at the Rocky Mountains, or immerse yourself in New England's history. Jump in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road!Inside Lonely Planet's USA's Best Road Trips:Itineraries for classic road trips plus other lesser-known drives with expert advice to pick the routes that suit your interests and needs Full-color route maps - easy-to-read, detailed directionsDetours - delightful diversions to see the USA's highlights along the wayLink Your Trip - cruise from one driving route to the nextInsider tips - get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roadsStretch Your Legs - the best things to do outside the carEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks missLavish color photography provides inspiration throughoutCovers New York, the Mid-Atlantic, New England, Florida, the South, the Great Plains, Rocky Mountains, California, the Pacific Northwest, Route 66 and moreThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's USA's Best Road Trips is perfect for exploring the USA via the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car.Planning a USA trip sans a car? Lonely Planet's USA, our most comprehensive guide to the USA, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems.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)

Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips France reveals 38 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 France that range from 2-day escapes to multi-week adventures, from touring picturesque villages and majestic châteaux, to tasting world-famous red and white wines on an adventure through Burgundy, and cruising alongside Corsica's breathtaking coast.Inside Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips France:Discover 38 open road escapes that range from 2 days to 3 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: beautiful villages, indulgent wine tasting, historic sites, arts & culture, the great outdoorsLocal 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: Paris & Northeastern France; Normandy & Brittany; Loire Valley & Central France; Alps, Jura & Rhône Valley; Provence & Southeast France; Pyrenees & Southwest France; Atlantic Coast Hit the road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips France and discover breathtaking drives that offer a precious window into this very special country.

Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Ireland reveals 34 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 Ireland that range from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures, from feasting on gastronomic delights along the Wild Atlantic Way, to finding dreamlike views around the Ring of Kerry, and scuba diving and surfing in the Dingle Peninsula.Inside Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Ireland:Discover 34 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: scenic drives, hidden treasures, good food, ancient monuments, adrenaline rushesLocal 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: Dublin & Eastern Ireland, Cork & Southwest Ireland, Galway & the West of Ireland, Belfast & the North of IrelandHit the road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Ireland and discover breathtaking drives that offer a precious window into this very special country.

Lonely Planet: The world's number one travel guide publisher* Lonely Planet's Provence & Southeast France Road Trips is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Browse cheeses and fragrant spices at Provence's markets, hop from picturesque hilltop village to hilltop village at a leisurely pace, and explore the Mediterranean's shimmering coast - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Provence & Southeast France and begin your journey now!Inside Lonely Planet's Provence & Southeast France Road Trips: Colour 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, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks missCultural insights provide a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politicsCovers: Nimes, Nice, Provence, French Riviera and moreThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Provence & Southeast France Road Trips is our most comprehensive guide to Provence and Southeast France by car, and is perfect for discovering both popular and off-the-beaten-path experiences.Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's France for an in-depth guide to the country.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. 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, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more.'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times'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)*Source: Nielsen BookScan: Australia, UK, USA, 5/2016-4/2017

Whether exploring your own backyard or somewhere new, discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Germany, Austria & Switzerland's Best Trips. Featuring 33 amazing trips, plus up-to-date advice on the destinations you'll visit along the way, you can tour soaring Alps, fairytale castles and world-class wineries - all with your trusted travel companion. Jump in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road!Inside Lonely Planet's Germany, Austria & Switzerland's Best Trips: Lavish colour and gorgeous photography throughoutItineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored routes for your needs and interestsGet around easily - easy-to-read, full-colour route maps, detailed directionsInsider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roadsEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks missUseful features - including Stretch Your Legs, Detours, Link Your Trip Covers Germany, Berlin, Munich, Dresden, Frankfurt, Dusseldorf, the Rhine, Romantic Road, Lake Constance, Switzerland, Swiss Alps, Lake Geneva, Zurich, Geneva, Austria, Tyrol, Vienna, Salzburg, and moreThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Germany, Austria & Switzerland's Best Trips is perfect for exploring these countries by road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car.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. 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, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. '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)

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet’s Florida & the South’s Best Trips. This trusted travel companion features 30 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Trace the iconic Appalachian Trail or explore the roots of the Blues Highway, all with your trusted travel companion. Get to Florida and the South, rent a car, and hit the road!Inside Lonely Planet’s Florida & the South’s Best Trips:Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after2020’s COVID-19 outbreakLavish color and gorgeous photography throughoutItineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored trips for your needs and interestsGet around easily - easy-to-read, full-color route maps, detailed directionsInsider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roadsEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks missUseful features - including Stretch Your Legs, Detours, Link Your Trip Covers Florida, the Carolinas, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, Tennessee, Kentucky and moreThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Florida & the South’s Best Trips is perfect for exploring the region via the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car.Planning a Florida trip sans a car? Lonely Planet’s Florida, our most comprehensive guide to [the state], is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems.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)

Inside Lonely Planet's Route 66 Road Trips:Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after2020's COVID-19 outbreakLavish color and gorgeous photography throughoutItineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored routes for your needs and interestsGet around easily - easy-to-read, full-color route maps, detailed directionsInsider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roadsEssential infoat your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks missUseful features - including Stretch Your Legs,Detours, Link Your TripCovers Los Angeles, Chicago, St Louis, Kansas, California, Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Illinois and moreThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Route 66 Road Trips is perfect for exploring Route 66 in the classic American way - by road trip!Planning a Route 66 trip sans a car? Lonely Planet's USA guide, our most comprehensive guide to the USA, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems.Looking for a guide focused on a specific Route 66 city? Check out the Lonely Planet Chicago guide or the Los Angeles, San Diego & Southern California guide for a comprehensive look at all that these cities have to offer, or Pocket Chicago and Pocket Lose Angeles, handy-sized guides focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip.There's More in Store for You:For more road-tripping ideas, check out Lonely Planet's USABest Trips guides to Southwest USA, Florida & the South or New York & the Mid-Atlantic's Best Trips guide or Road Trips guides to Pacific Coast Highways, to San Antonio, Austin & Texas Backcountry or the Civil War TrailAlso, check out Lonely Planet's European Best Trips guides to Europe or Road Trips guides to Iceland's Ring Road, Normandy & D-Day Beaches, or the Amalfi CoasteBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones)Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data chargesEffortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviewsAdd notes to personalize your guidebook experienceSeamlessly flip between pagesBookmarksand speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flashEmbedded links to recommendations' websitesZoom-in maps and imagesInbuilt dictionary for quick referencingAbout 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)

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet’s Iceland’s Ring Road. This trusted travel companion features 5 amazing road trips, from 1-day escapes to 5-day adventures. Marvel at majestic glaciers, discover Reykjavik, and swim in the Blue Lagoon. Get to Iceland, rent a car, and hit the road!Inside Lonely Planet’s Iceland’s Ring Road:Lavish colour and gorgeous photography throughoutItineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored routes for your needs and interestsGet around easily - easy-to-read, full-colour route maps, detailed directionsInsider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roadsEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks missUseful features - including Stretch Your Legs, Detours, Link Your Trip Covers Reykjavik, The Golden Circle, Hvolsvollur & Around, Skogar, Vik, Lomagnupur & Around, Skaftafell, Hali, Hofn, Djupivogur, Myvatn & Around, Akureyri and moreThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Iceland’s Ring Road Road Trips is perfect for exploring via the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car.Planning an Iceland trip sans a car? Lonely Planet’s Iceland guide, our most comprehensive guide to Iceland, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems.Looking for a guide focused on a specific Icelandic city? Check out Pocket Reykjavik & Southwest Iceland, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip.There's More in Store for You:For more road-tripping ideas, check out Lonely Planet’s USA’s Best Trips guides to California’s Best Trips and Pacific Northwest’s Best Trips or Road Trips guides to New England Fall Foliage and Civil War Trails.Also, check out Lonely Planet's US Best Trips guides to Southwest USA and Florida & the South or Road Trips guides to Route 66 and Pacific Coast Highways.About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, 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 phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. 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 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)

Whether exploring your own backyard or somewhere new, discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet’s Blue-Ridge Parkway Road Trips, featuring four amazing road trips, plus up-to-date advice on the destinations you'll visit along the way. Cross a mile-high suspension bridge for a parkway panorama at Grandfather Mountain, enjoy indie shops and microbreweries in downtown Asheville, and hike to spectacular views from 90ft Linville Falls - all with your trusted travel companion, all with your trusted travel companion. Jump in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road!Inside Lonely Planet’s Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trips:Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after2020’s COVID-19 outbreakLavish color and gorgeous photography throughoutItineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored routes for your needs and interestsGet around easily - easy-to-read, full-color route maps, detailed directionsInsider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roadsEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks missUseful features - including Stretch Your Legs, Detours, Link Your Trip Covers Virginia, North Carolina, Shenandoah National Park, Lexington, Asheville, Cherokee, Brevard, Bryson City, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Charlotte and moreThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trips is perfect for exploring the Blue Ridge Parkway in the classic American way - by road trip!Planning a Blue Ridge Parkway trip sans a car? Lonely Planet’s USA guide, our most comprehensive guide to the USA, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems.There's More in Store for You:For more road-tripping ideas, check out Lonely Planet’s Best Trips guides to New England, California and Florida or Road Trips guides to the Pacific Coast Highway and Civil War Trails.Also, check out Lonely Planet's Best Trips guides to France, Italy and Great Britain or Road Trips guides to Normandy and the D-Day Beaches and Galway and the West of Ireland.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)

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Italy's Best Road Trips. This trusted travel companion features 40 amazing drives, from 3-day escapes to 3-week adventures. Feel inspired by the Tuscan landscape, gaze across the Amalfi Coast and take in the majesty of the Dolomites. Get to Italy, rent a car, and hit the road!Inside Lonely Planet's Italy's Best Road Trips:Itineraries for classic road trips plus other lesser-known drives with expert advice to pick the routes that suit your interests and needs Full-colour route maps - easy-to-read, detailed directionsDetours - delightful diversions to see Italy's highlights along the wayLink Your Trip - cruise from one driving route to the nextInsider tips - get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roadsStretch Your Legs - the best things to do outside the carEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks missLavish colour photography provides inspiration throughoutCovers Rome, Venice, Pompeii, Dolomites, Cinque Terre, Florence, Amalfi Coast, Lake Como, Valle d'Aosta, Tuscany, Milan, Piedmont, Italian Riviera, Abruzzo, Umbria, Emilia-Romagna, Naples, Puglia, Sardinia, Sicily, and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Italy's Best Road Trips is perfect for exploring Italy via the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car.Planning an Italy trip sans a car? Lonely Planet's Italy, our most comprehensive guide to Italy, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems.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)

Lonely Planet: The world's number one travel guide publisherWhether exploring your own backyard or somewhere new, discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Cork, Kerry & Southwest Ireland's Best Trips. Featuring amazing road trips, plus up-to-date advice on the destinations you'll visit along the way, you can explore the Ring of Kerry, the castles of Killarney and West Cork villages - all with your trusted travel companion. Jump in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road!Inside Lonely Planet's Cork, Kerry & Southwest Ireland's Best Trips: Lavish colour and gorgeous photography throughoutItineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored routes for your needs and interestsGet around easily - easy-to-read, full-colour route maps and detailed directionsInsider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roadsEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks missUseful features - including Stretch Your Legs, Detours, Link Your Trip Covers Cork, Kerry, Killarney and moreThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Cork, Kerry & Southwest Ireland's Best Trips is perfect for exploring southwest Ireland by road.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. 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, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. '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)

Lonely Planet: The world's number one travel guide publisherWhether exploring your own backyard or somewhere new, discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Galway & the West of Ireland's Best Trips. Featuring seven amazing road trips, plus up-to-date advice on the destinations you'll visit along the way, you can find traditional folk music, Connemara's wilderness and cute villages - all with your trusted travel companion. Jump in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road!Inside Lonely Planet's Galway & the West of Ireland's Best Trips: Lavish colour and gorgeous photography throughoutItineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored routes for your needs and interestsGet around easily - easy-to-read, full-colour route maps and detailed directionsInsider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roadsEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks missUseful features - including Stretch Your Legs, Detours, Link Your Trip Covers Galway, Connemara, County Clare, County Galway, County Mayo, Sligo, and moreThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Galway & the West of Ireland's Best Trips is perfect for exploring the west of Ireland by road.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. 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, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. '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)

Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Germany, Austria and Switzerland 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 Germany, Austria and Switzerland that range from 2-day escapes to adventures of a week or more, from motoring the castle-strewn banks of Europe's greatest rivers, to taking a spin to the fabled Rhine and Moselle Valley vineyards, and pulling into the Alpine resort of Zermatt for breathtaking views of the Matterhorn. Inside Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Germany, Austria and Switzerland: Discover 33 open road escapes that range from 2 days to 10 days Each 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 drives for: history, food & drink, mountains, castles, lakes & rivers, art and architectureLocal 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: Northeastern Germany, Northwestern Germany, Southern Germany, Austria, Switzerland Hit the road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Germany, Austria and Switzerland and discover breathtaking drives that offer a precious window into this very special region.

Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Southwest USA reveals 32 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 Southwest USA that range from 1-day escapes to adventures of a week or more: drive amid red rock grandeur in Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks; watch a shootout at an old Wild West themed movie set in Tucson; and eat plates of flavourful barbecue in Hill Country.Inside Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Southwest USA:Discover 32 open road escapes that range from 1 day to 10 daysEach 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: classic drives, scenic drives, old west drives, wild west drives, food & wine drivesLocal 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: Arizona; New Mexico; Texas; Utah, Colorado & Nevada Hit the road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Southwest USA and discover breathtaking drives that offer a precious window into this very special region.

Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Italy reveals 40 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 Italy that range from 2-day escapes to multi-week adventures, Feel inspired by the Tuscan landscape, gaze across the Amalfi Coast and take in the majesty of the Dolomites.Inside Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Italy:Discover 38 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 wayLocal 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: Rome, Venice, Pompeii, Dolomites, Cinque Terre, Florence, Amalfi Coast, Lake Como, Valle d'Aosta, Tuscany, Milan, Piedmont, Italian Riviera, Abruzzo, Umbria, Emilia-Romagna, Naples, Puglia, Sardinia, Sicily, and more Hit the road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Italy and discover breathtaking drives that offer a precious window into this very special country.

Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips USA reveals 51 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 USA that range from 2-day escapes to multi-week adventures, cruise down the California Coast, gaze up at the Rocky Mountains and take in the majesty of the Great Lakes.Inside Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips USA:Discover 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 wayLocal 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: New York, the Mid-Atlantic, New England, Florida, the South, the Great Plains, Rocky Mountains, California, the Pacific Northwest, Route 66 and more Hit the road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips USA and discover breathtaking drives that offer a precious window into this very special country.

Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Great Britain reveals 36 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 Great Britain that range from 2-day escapes to adventures of a week or more, from motoring through the majestic Welsh mountains, to visiting the mysterious Stonehenge and touring the castles at Snowdonia National Park- and discover the freedom of the open road.Inside Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Great Britain: Discover 25 open road escapes that range from 2 days to 10 daysEach 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 drives for: History, Castles, food & drink, art, Archaeology & ArchitectureLocal 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: England, Scotland, Wales, the West Country, the Cotswolds, Bath, Edinburgh, Stonehenge, Welsh Mountains, Cambridge, Oxford, the Scottish Highlands, Stratford-upon-Avon, Blenheim Palace and more Hit the road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Great Britain and discover breathtaking drives that offer a precious window into this very special region

Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips New Zealand reveals 25 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 New Zealand that range from 2-day escapes to adventures of a week or more, from motoring through the Southern Alps, to relaxing in hot springs at Whitianga, and watching the marine wildlife at Kaikōura - and discover the freedom of the open road.Inside Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips New Zealand: Discover 25 open road escapes that range from 2 days to 10 daysEach 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 drives for: Costal drives, food & drink, mountains, history, volcanoesLocal 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: Marlborough, Bay of Islands, Akaroa, West Coast, Central Plateau, Milford Sound, Waiheke Island, Kaikoura, Mackenzie Country, Waitomo Caves, Canterbury, Rotorua, Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown and more Hit the road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips New Zealand and discover breathtaking drives that offer a precious window into this very special region

Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips New England reveals 31 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 New England that range from 1-day escapes to week-long adventures, from whale spotting on Cape Cod, to taking a historic drive through Rhode Island, and zipping around the rolling hills and lakes of Connecticut.Inside Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips New England:Discover 31 open road escapes that range from 1 day to 1 weekEach 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: coastal drives, foliage drives, historical drives, lakes and river drives, food and wine drivesLocal 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: Massachusetts; Connecticut & Rhode Island; Vermont; New Hampshire; MaineHit the road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips New England and discover breathtaking drives that offer a precious window into this very special region

Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips New York & The Mid-Atlantic reveals 27 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 New York & The Mid-Atlantic that range from 2-day escapes to week-long adventures, from exploring New York's wild side of glacial lakes, to getting to know Southern Maryland's small-town history from colonial days, and relaxing on the golden sands of Virginia Beach.Inside Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips New York & The Mid-Atlantic: Discover 27 open road escapes that range from 2 days to 1 weekEach 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: spectacular views, history routes, outdoor adventure routes, art & architecture routes, and offbeat routesLocal 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: New York; New Jersey & Pennsylvania; Washington, DC, Maryland & Delaware; Virginia & West VirginiaHit the road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips New York & The Mid-Atlantic and discover breathtaking drives that offer a precious window into this very special region.

Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Japan reveals 36 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 Japan that range from 1-day escapes to week-long adventures, from appreciating deep nature and secluded hot spring towns between Matsumoto and Kanazawa; to circumnavigating the lush green island of Yakushima populated with sea turtles; and swinging on vine bridges in the Iya Valley.Inside Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Japan:Discover 36 open road escapes that range from 1 day to 1 weekEach 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: historical drives, onsen drives, coastal drives, rural drives, adventure drives, Local 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: Around Tokyo, Central Honshū, Kansai, Western Honshū, Tōhoku, Hokkaidō, Shikoku, Kyūshū & Okinawa Hit the road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Japan and discover breathtaking drives that offer a precious window into this very special country.

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's New Zealand's Best Road Trips. This trusted travel companion features 25 amazing drives, from 3-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Cruise Bay of Islands, meander to vineyard restaurants on Waiheke Island, and spot whales off Kaikoura Coast. Get to New Zealand, rent a car, and hit the road!Inside Lonely Planet's New Zealand's Best Road Trips:Itineraries for classic road trips plus other lesser-known drives with expert advice to pick the routes that suit your interests and needs Full-colour route maps - easy-to-read, detailed directionsDetours - delightful diversions to see Italy's highlights along the wayLink Your Trip - cruise from one driving route to the nextInsider tips - get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roadsStretch Your Legs - the best things to do outside the carEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks missLavish colour photography provides inspiration throughoutCovers Marlborough, Bay of Islands, Akaroa, West Coast, Central Plateau, Milford Sound, Waiheke Island, Kaikoura, Mackenzie Country, Waitomo Caves, Canterbury, Rotorua, Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's New Zealand's Best Road Trips is perfect for exploring Great Britain via the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car.Planning an Italy trip sans a car? Lonely Planet's New Zealand, our most comprehensive guide to Italy, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems. 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)

Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Spain & Portugal reveals 32 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 Spain & Portugal that range from 2-day escapes to adventures of a week or more: explore the pretty fishing villages and beaches in northern Spain; discover off-the-beaten-track castles and monasteries in Portugal; and meander among vineyards in Spain's La Rioja wine region.Inside Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Spain & Portugal:Discover 32 open road escapes that range from 2 days to 9 daysEach 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: coastal drives, city-to-city drives, mountain drives, back-road drives, wine and olive-oil drivesLocal 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: Madrid & Central Spain, Northern Spain & the Basque Country, Barcelona & Eastern Spain, Andalucía & Southern Spain, Portugal Hit the road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Spain & Portugal and discover breathtaking drives that offer a precious window into these very special countries.

Inside Lonely Planet's Midwest & the Great Lakes' Best Road Trips:Itineraries for classic road trips plus other lesser-known drives with expert advice to pick the routes that suit your interests and needsFull-color route maps - easy-to-read, detailed directionsDetours - delightful diversions to see the Midwest & Great Lakes' highlights along the wayLink Your Trip - cruise from one driving route to the nextInsider tips - get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roadsStretch Your Legs - the best things to do outside the carEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks missLavish color photography provides inspiration throughoutCovers Michigan's Gold Coast, the Great River Road, Highway 61, Chicago, Oklahoma's Tribal Trails, the Pioneer Trails, the Black Hills, St Louis, Kansas City, Omaha, and more. The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Midwest & the Great Lakes' Best Road Trips is perfect for exploring the Midwest & Great Lakes via the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car.Planning a US trip sans a car? Lonely Planet's USA, our most comprehensive guide to the USA, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems.Looking for a guide focused on a specific city? Check out Lonely Planet's Chicago guide for a comprehensive look at all that this city has to offer, or Pocket Chicago, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip.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)

Inside Lonely Planet's Ontario & Quebec's Best Road Trips:Itineraries for classic road trips plus other lesser-known drives with expert advice to pick the routes that suit your interests and needsFull-color route maps - easy-to-read, detailed directionsDetours - delightful diversions to see Ontario and Quebec's highlights along the wayLink Your Trip - cruise from one driving route to the nextInsider tips - get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roadsStretch Your Legs - the best things to do outside the carEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks missLavish color photography provides inspiration throughoutCovers Lake Superior, the Niagara Peninsula, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City, and more. The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Ontario & Quebec's Best Road Trips is perfect for exploring Ontario and Quebec via the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car.Planning a Canadian trip sans a car? Lonely Planet's Canada, our most comprehensive guide to Canada, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems.Looking for a guide focused on a specific city? Check out Lonely Planet's Montreal & Quebec City guide for a comprehensive look at all that these cities have to offer, or Pocket Toronto and Pocket Montreal & Quebec City, handy-sized guides focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip.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)

Inside Lonely Planet's Canadian Rockies' Best Road Trips:Itineraries for classic road trips plus other lesser-known drives with expert advice to pick the routes that suit your interests and needsFull-color route maps - easy-to-read, detailed directionsDetours - delightful diversions to see the Canadian Rockies' highlights along the wayLink Your Trip - cruise from one driving route to the nextInsider tips - get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roadsStretch Your Legs - the best things to do outside the carEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks missLavish color photography provides inspiration throughoutCovers the Icefield Parkway, Radium Hot Springs, Emerald Lake, Marble Canyon, Banff National Park, Spiral Tunnels, Yoho National Park, Lake Louise, Kootenay Lake, Kimberley Alpine Resort and more.The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Canadian Rockies' Best Road Trips is perfect for exploring the Canadian Rockies via the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car.Planning a Canadian trip sans a car? Lonely Planet's Canada, our most comprehensive guide to Canada, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems.Looking for a guide focused on a specific region or city? Check out Lonely Planet's British Columbia & the Canadian Rockies or Vancouver & Victoria guides for a comprehensive look at all that this region has to offer, or Pocket Vancouver, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip.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)

Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Australia reveals 38 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 Australia that range from 2-day escapes to multi-week adventures, from passing the Twelve Apostles on the Great Ocean Road, to travelling from Brisbane to the high tropics alongside the Great Barrier Reef, and exploring one of the outback's most beautiful corners across northern WA.Inside Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Australia:Discover 38 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: coastal drives, outback drives, historical drives, wine and wildlife drives, national parks drivesLocal 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: New South Wales & The Australian Capital Territory; Victoria; Queensland; South Australia; Northern Territory; Western Australia; Tasmania Hit the road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips Australia and discover breathtaking drives that offer a precious window into this very special country.