Escape the everyday and immerse yourself in the UK's burgeoning wild sauna scene. This comprehensive guidebook unveils a hidden world of outdoor sweat lodges, from repurposed horseboxes on windswept beaches to bespoke saunas nestled in ancient forests. Discover over 175 unique locations, each offering its own blend of natural beauty, restorative heat and invigorating cold plunges. Learn about the history and health benefits of sauna therapy and ice baths, gain insider tips on sauna etiquette, and find the perfect spot to unwind, reconnect with nature and experience the transformative power of heat and cold. Read more

Explore the vast moorlands of the Dark Peak and travel into the wildest areas of the famous Peak District National Park. Climb Bleaklow and Kinder Scout, follow the Pennine Way and discover Penistone and the South Yorkshire Forest. Follow the Pennine Way from Edale and walk along the backbone of England, with spectacular views from Kinder Scout, Bleaklow and Black Hill Discover the historic market towns of Glossop, Stockbridge and Penistone and unique locations like the Derwent Dam and Ladybower Reservoir and Walk, hike and climb along paths including the Dove Valley Trail, Limestone Way and Transpennine Trail OS Explorer Maps: 1:25 000 scale (4 cm to 1 km – 2½ inches to 1 mile). Great for walkers, hikers, cyclists, families, dog walkers, and horse riders. Includes roads, rights of way, permissive paths and bridleways, plus essential visitor information. Free digital download included. Other Ordnance Survey Peak District maps include the Peak District: White Peak Area Explorer map OL24 and Landranger 110 Sheffield & Huddersfield Read more

Discover the unforgettable sights of Northern Snowdonia, from the wild, rugged grandeur of Snowdon itself to the quaint seaside towns and spectacular castles of Colwyn Bay and the Menai Strait. Follow the Wales Coast Path, explore the stunning historic island of Anglesey and immerse yourself in the jagged peaks of Snowdonia. Climb the largest mountain in Wales and do it your way, with a choice of six routes to the summit of Mount Snowdon Travel back in time by visiting the spectacular Beaumaris, Penryhn and Caernafon castles or the seaside towns of Colwyn Bay and Llandudno Walk some of Britain’s most beautiful countryside along the Wales Coast Path and North Wales Path OS Explorer Maps: 1:25 000 scale (4 cm to 1 km – 2½ inches to 1 mile). Great for walkers, hikers, cyclists, families, dog walkers, and horse riders. Includes roads, rights of way, permissive paths and bridleways, plus essential visitor information. Free digital download included. Other Ordnance Survey Snowdonia maps include Harlech, Porthmadog & Y Bala Explorer map OL18, Llyn Peninsula East Explorer map 254 and Vale of Clwyd Explorer map 264 Read more

Over fifty years ago, renowned British hillwalker and guidebook author Alfred Wainwright described 214 peaks in the English Lake District in his seven-volume illustrated Pictorial Guide to the Lakeland Fells.Like the Munros in Scotland, bagging all the Wainwrights has become a popular and significant challenge for walkers and runners, often taking many years in fits and starts because of the absence of a clear plan for how to link them together.With this problem in mind, Peak Bagging: Wainwrights by Karen and Dan Parker features forty-five routes designed to link up these iconic fells so you can enjoy the challenge of completing them at your own pace – over years, months or even just a few weeks.It presents not only the most efficient routes for completing the Wainwrights as quickly as possible, but does so in such a way that each route is a fantastic walk or run in its own right. The featured routes include a round of the Scafells, and the Glenridding Horseshoe, taking in Helvellyn and Catstycam.The routes are split into seven sections, reflecting Wainwright’s seven Pictorial Guides, and to simplify logistics, all of the featured routes are circular with an emphasis on making practical links between the summits.In addition, the book is packed with useful information, including 1:40,000-scale maps, elevation profiles, public transport and parking details, refreshments, downloadable GPX files for each route and custom timings for walkers, trekkers, fastpackers and runners.Also included are overview details of Steve Birkinshaw’s then-record-breaking sub-seven-day Wainwrights run in 2014 – current record holder Sabrina Verjee completed the round in under six days.Whatever your timescale for completing the 214 Wainwrights, Peak Bagging: Wainwrights is the indispensable guide to this British hill challenge. Read more

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. 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. 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. Read more

'A laugh-cry book from first page to last' Milly Johnson What if you had the chance to find a lost love? Jess still thinks about the man who disappeared from her life seventeen years ago, and the tragedy that tore them apart. So when she discovers a hidden box of letters in her mother's attic, Jess realises that the truth about why he walked away has been kept from her all this time. Jess sets out to follow the faded postmarks across the country, determined that her journey will bring her closer to him. As each clue falls into place, Jess discovers new things about herself - and the man who once broke her heart. Maybe she can find him. Maybe their love story isn't over. Maybe one day, they will be together again... Praise for Debbie Johnson: 'Original and thought-provoking' Katie Fforde 'Humour, tears and above all, hope. Bring tissues' Catherine Isaac 'Moving, beautiful and heart-wrenching' Cathy Bramley Read more

This compact, pocket-sized Seville travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips and those trying to make the most of Seville. It's light, easily portable and comes equipped with a pull-out map. This Seville guidebook covers: Barrio Santa Cruz, Barrio Alfalfa, Arenal and the Río Guadalquivir, El Centro, Sur, Barrio Triana, Barrio Macarena, La Alameda de Hércules, Los Remedios.Inside this Seville travel book you will find: - Curated recommendations of places - main attractions, off-the-beaten-track adventures, child-friendly family activities, chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas - Things not to miss in Seville - Alcázar, Flamenco, Giralda tower, Catedral, Barrio Santa Cruz, Feria de Abril, Tapas, Triana, Semana Santa, Parque de María Luisa, Museo Arqueológico and Museo de Costumbres Populares, Las Setas, Museo de Bellas Artes, Itálica, Monasterio San Isidoro del Campo - Ready-made itineraries samples - created for different time frames or types of trip- Seville at a glance - an overview map of Seville with key areas and short descriptions of what you'll find there- Day trips - extra information for those on longer breaks or wanting to venture further afield- Practical travel tips - information on how to get there and around, health guidance, tourist information, festivals and events, plus an A-Z directory- Handy language section - themed basic vocabulary for greetings, numbers and food and drink- Independent reviews - honest descriptions of places to eat, drink or stay, written by our expert authors- Accommodation - handy reference guide to a range of hotels for different budgets - Pull-out map - easy to extract folded map with places to see marked- What's new - a short overview of the changes in Seville in recent years for repeat travellers- Free download of the eBook - available after purchase of the printed Seville guidebook - Fully updated post-COVID-19The guide is a perfect companion both ahead of your trip and on the ground. It gives you a distinct taste of Seville with a concise edit of all the information you'll need. Read more

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Lake District, from Scafell Pike to the cobbled streets of Ulverston to Ravenglass, the only coastal village within the Lake District National Park. Enjoy tranquil Coniston Water and explore the nearby village of Hawkshead, where you can see the desk into which William Wordsworth carved his name as a schoolboy. Climb Scafell Pike, England’s tallest mountain, and see the summit cairn, England’s highest war memorial Discover Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria’s only coastal town with 60km of coastline and spectacular nature reserves where you can see grey seals, rare birds, butterflies and wildflowers Start the Cumbria Way at Ulverston and walk, hike or cycle north along the shores of Coniston Water and past Scafell Pike into the Lake District National Park OS Explorer Maps: 1:25 000 scale (4 cm to 1 km – 2½ inches to 1 mile). Great for walkers, hikers, cyclists, families, dog walkers, and horse riders. Includes roads, rights of way, permissive paths and bridleways, plus essential visitor information. Free digital download included. Other Ordnance Survey Explorer maps of the Lakes include English Lakes: South-Eastern Area map OL07 and English Lakes: North-Western Area map OL04 Read more

THE NO. 1 BEST-SELLING AUTHOR OF POLITICS ON THE EDGERory Stewart explores his love for the UK in this account of history, memory and landscape as he traverses the the borderlands between England and Scotland.‘This beautifully written book is a haunting reflection of identity and our relationships with the people and places we love’ Daily MailHis father Brian taught Rory Stewart how to walk, and walked with him on journeys from Iran to Malaysia. Now they have chosen to do their final walk together along ‘the Marches’ - the frontier that divides their two countries, Scotland and England.On their six-hundred-mile, thirty-day journey - with Rory on foot, and his father ‘ambushing’ him by car – the pair relive Scottish dances, reflect on Burmese honey-bears, and on the loss of human presence in the British landscape.Travelling across mountain ridges and through housing estates they uncover a forgotten country crushed between England and Scotland: the Middleland. They discover unsettling modern lives, lodged in an ancient place, as their odyssey develops into a history of the British nationhood, a chronicle of contemporary Britain and an exuberant encounter between a father and a son.And as the journey deepens, and the end approaches, Brian and Rory fight to match, step by step, modern voices, nationalisms and contemporary settlements to the natural beauty of the Marches, and a fierce absorption in tradition in their own unconventional lives.‘Suggests an open-mindedness in Stewart, a tolerance and flexibility that could make him an exceptional politician while it also continues to define him as a writer’ New York Review of Books‘Travel writing at its best’ GuardianPlease note: The book cover received may differ from the cover displayed here. Read more

'A memorable portrayal of a family and damaged relationships. Richly rewarding, stand-out fiction'BERNARDINE EVARISTO'Every word has the touch of a genius' BENJAMIN ZEPHANIAH'Expect to see this on every sun lounger this summer!' THE SHIFT'A pin-sharp, propulsive story' KIRAN MILLWOOD HARGRAVE'Daisy Jones and the Six fans will love this!'GRAZIA'I was bereft when I finished. A contender for my books of the year list'PRIMA'Bold, brilliant, shocking and shattering' CHRIS WHITAKEREveryone has heard of Girls.But what happened to the women they became?At the time of her death, the press wrote many things about Ingrid Olssen:She was a brilliant artist. She was a terrible mother to her girls, Mattie and Nora. And that her legacy would live on forever.Even so, it's unlikely the world will ever see another Ingrid Olssen exhibition - her last request to her daughters was to throw her ashes in the canyon and her paintings in the sea.But as Mattie and Nora reluctantly embark on an all-or-nothing trip to fulfil her wishes, they start to unpick the painful scars of their past.And soon they begin to realise that the ties that bound them, might also break them...Perfect for fans of Sorrow and Bliss by Meg Mason and Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid. GIRLS is as devastating as it is hilarious, as tender and moving as it is shocking - this is a book that will stay with you long after you have turned the final pages.** PRAISE FOR GIRLS **'A memorable portrayal of a family and damaged relationships painted with all the colour, ambition, texture and psychological complexity that makes for richly rewarding, stand-out fiction' BERNARDINE EVARISTO'Bold, brilliant, shocking and shattering. GIRLS takes a beautiful, funny and moving look at family, loss, and the complex notion of forgiveness. I adored it.' CHRIS WHITAKER'Every word has the touch of genius' BENJAMIN ZEPHANIAH'A beautiful, rich, expansive novel. It'll be a while before I stop crying' JENNIE GODFREY'Beautifully written, tender, moving. I can't say enough good things about it' LOUISE O'NEILL'An ode to sisters, surviving and families. Loved it.' PRIMA'I adored GIRLS by Kirsty Capes. The ending is brilliant & sad. The journey there is full of thrills & brilliant insights into the dark burden of the past, sisters & mothers, emotional damage & baggage. Five stars from me.' GEORGINA MOORE'A funny, heartbreaking, astute look at art, trauma, the nature of celebrity, mothers, daughters, sisters and the awful things we do to each other. Expect to see this on every sunlounger this summer' THE SHIFT'I can't think when I last encountered a story world of this depth and faultless plausibility. Everything about it was perfect: intricate; warm; uncluttered' ANSTEY HARRIS'A pin-sharp, propulsive story about connection and family, legacy and art' KIRAN MILLWOOD HARGRAVE Read more

This practical travel guide to Sicily features detailed factual travel tips and points-of-interest structured lists of all iconic must-see sights as well as some off-the-beaten-track treasures. Our itinerary suggestions and expert author picks of things to see and do will make it a perfect companion both, ahead of your trip and on the ground. This Sicily guide book is packed full of details on how to get there and around, pre-departure information and top time-saving tips, including a visual list of things not to miss. Our colour-coded maps make Sicily easier to navigate while you're there. This guide book to Sicily has been fully updated post-COVID-19 and it comes with a free eBook.The Rough Guide to SICILY covers: Palermo; Cefalù; the Monti Madonie; the Aeolian Islands; Messina; Taormina; the northeast; Catania; Etna; Siracusa; Enna; Agrigento; the southwest; Trapani; the westInside this Sicily travel guide you'll find:RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLERExperiences selected for every kind of trip to Sicily, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Zingaro to family activities in child-friendly places, like Cava Grande del Fiume Cassibileor chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Cefalù.PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPSEssential pre-departure information including Sicily entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more.TIME-SAVING ITINERARIESIncludes carefully planned routes covering the best of Sicily, which give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip.DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGEClear structure within each sightseeing chapter of this Sicily travel guide includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options.INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCALTips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for food, hiking, beaches or festivals.HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISSRough Guides' rundown of Palermo, Cefalù, the Aeolian Islands and Messina's best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to Sicily, even in a short time.HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWSWritten by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, this Sicily guide book will help you find the best places,matching different needs.BACKGROUND INFORMATIONComprehensive 'Contexts' chapter of this travel guide to Sicily features fascinating insights into Sicily, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary.FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHYFeatures inspirational colour photography, including the stunningRagusa Iblaand the spectacular Sampieri.COLOUR-CODED MAPPINGPractical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Catania, Siracusaand many more locations in Sicily, reduce the need to go online.USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUTWith helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.FREE EBOOKFree eBook download with every purchase of this guide book to Sicily allows you to access all of the content from your phone or tablet, for on-the-road exploration. Read more

Selected to be read on Radio Four's Book of the Week. 'One of the best books I've read in the last five or ten years... Wild is angry, brave, sad, self-knowing, redemptive, raw, compelling, and brilliantly written, and I think it's destined to be loved by a lot of people, men and women, for a very long time.' --Nick HornbyAt twenty-six, Cheryl Strayed thought she had lost everything. In the wake of her mother's rapid death from cancer, her family disbanded and her marriage crumbled. With nothing to lose, she made the most impulsive decision of her life: to walk eleven-hundred miles of the west coast of America - from the Mojave Desert, through California and Oregon, and into Washington state - and to do it alone. She had no experience of long-distance hiking and the journey was nothing more than a line on a map. But it held a promise - a promise of piecing together a life that lay in ruins at her feet. Strayed's account captures the agonies - both mental and physical - of her incredible journey; how it maddened and terrified her, and how, ultimately, it healed her. Wild is a brutal memoir of survival, grief and redemption: a searing portrayal of life at its lowest ebb and at its highest tide. Read more

‘Funny, emotional and deeply inspiring, this is perfect for anyone wanting to break out of their comfort zone’ HeatWhat would happen if a shy introvert lived as an out-and-out extrovert for one year? Jessica Pan is about to find out… *When she found herself jobless and friendless, sitting in the familiar Jess-shaped crease on her sofa, she couldn't help but wonder what life might have looked like if she had been a little more open to new experiences and new people, a little less attached to going home instead of going to the pub.So, she made a vow: to push herself to live the life of an extrovert for a year. She wrote a list: improv, a solo holiday and... talking to strangers on the tube. She regretted it instantly. Sorry I'm Late, I Didn't Want to Come follows Jess's hilarious and painful year of misadventures in extroverting, reporting back from the frontlines for all the introverts out there. But is life actually better or easier for the extroverts? Or is it the nightmare Jess always thought it would be?*‘In a world of self-care and nights in, this book will inspire and remind you to do some things that scare you every so often.’ Emma Gannon ‘Tender, courageous and extremely funny, this book will make us all braver.’ Daisy Buchanan‘A chronicle of Pan’s hilarious and painful year of being an extrovert.’ Stylist Read more

Soak up the tranquil beauty of the Lake District as you discover Windermere, the largest lake in England, and its surrounding fells. Visit Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top house, find Cumbria’s tallest trees in Skelghyll Woods near Ambleside and experience Grasmere, the village where William Wordsworth lived and is buried. Climb Arnside Knott, renowned for butterflies, for stunning views of the Lake District, Morecambe Bay and the Arnside & Silverdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Sail on Windermere, explore its 18 islands or start some of the best-known fell walks in the Lake District from Ambleside and historic Kendal Walk, hike, cycle or climb along the Dales Way east from Windermere towards the Yorkshire Dales National Park OS Explorer Maps: 1:25 000 scale (4 cm to 1 km – 2½ inches to 1 mile). Great for walkers, hikers, cyclists, families, dog walkers, and horse riders. Includes roads, rights of way, permissive paths and bridleways, plus essential visitor information. Free digital download included. Other Ordnance Survey Explorer maps of the Lakes include English Lakes: South-Western Area map OL06 and English Lakes: North-Eastern Area map OL05 Read more

Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Crete, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.Inside this Crete travel book, you'll find:- Regional deep dive - coverage of key regions, offering a rich selection of places and experiences, and honest reviews of each one- Itinerary samples - designed for various durations and interests- Practical information - tips on how to get there and get around, use public transport, beat the crowds, save time and money, travel responsibly and more- Expert recommendations - insider advice on where to eat, drink, and stay, alongside tips for nightlife and outdoor activities- Seasonal tips - when to go to Crete, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip- Must-See pick - a curated selection of not-to-miss sights as chosen by our authors - Loutró, traditional music and dance, Knossós, Archeological Museum, Lasíthi Plateau, Elafonísi, windsurfing, wildlife, hiking, Haniá, ÁyiosNikólaos, Lefká Óri, beaches, caves, Moní Arkádhi, Réthymno, the Amári Valley, wine- Navigational maps - colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment- Cultural insights - engaging stories delve into the local culture, history, arts and more, enriching your understanding of Crete- Language essentials - a handy Greek dictionary and glossary to help you communicate and connect with locals- Inspiring travel photography - full-colour pictures capture the essence of Crete, bringing each location to life and fuelling your wanderlust- Bonus eBook - Free download with purchase, offering digital access to our comprehensive guide- Coverage includes: Iráklio, Lasíthi, Réthymno, Haniá Read more

London, 1716. Revenge is a dish best served ice-cold…’An immersive, action-packed thriller with intrigue in the air and threats around every corner’ The Herald’Great fun ... the language is colourful and the action never stops’ Laura Shepherd-RobinsonThe city is caught in the vice-like grip of a savage winter. Even the Thames has frozen over. But for Jonas Flynt – thief, gambler, killer – the chilling elements are the least of his worries…Justice Geoffrey Dumont has been found dead at the base of St Paul’s cathedral, and a young male sex-worker, Sam Yates, has been taken into custody for the murder. Yates denies all charges, claiming he had received a message to meet the judge at the exact time of death.The young man is a friend of courtesan Belle St Clair, and she asks Flynt to investigate. As Sam endures the horrors of Newgate prison, they must do everything in their power to uncover the truth and save an innocent life, before the bodies begin to pile up.But time is running out. And the gallows are beckoning...A totally enrapturing portrayal of eighteenth-century London, and a rapier-like crime thriller, perfect for fans of Laura Shepherd-Robinson, Antonia Hodgson and Ambrose Parry. Read more

This compact, pocket-sized Paris travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips and those trying to make the most of Paris. It's light, easily portable and comes equipped with a pull-out map. This Paris guidebook covers: The Islands, The Louvre, The Champs-Elysées and Tuileries, the Eiffel Tower, Grands Boulevards, Beaubourg and Les Halles, the Marias, Bastille, Bercy, Quartier Latin, St Germain, Montparnasse, Montmartre, Northeastern Paris, Bois de Boulogne, Day-trips.Inside this Paris travel book you will find:- Curated recommendations of places - main attractions, off-the-beaten-track adventures, child-friendly family activities, chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas - Things not to miss in Paris - Eiffel Tower, Notre-dame, Parc Rives de Seine, Place des Vosges, Sainte-Chapelle, Musée Picasso, Musée d'Orsay, Jardin du Luxembourg, Centre Pompidou, Père-Lachaise, Musée Rodin, Louvre, Haut Marais, Fondation Louis Vuitton, Passages - Ready-made itineraries samples - created for different time frames or types of trip- Paris at a glance - an overview map of Paris with key areas and short descriptions of what you'll find there- Day trips - extra information for those on longer breaks or wanting to venture further afield- Practical travel tips - information on how to get there and around, health guidance, tourist information, festivals and events, plus an A-Z directory- Handy language section - themed basic vocabulary for greetings, numbers and food and drink- Independent reviews - honest descriptions of places to eat, drink or stay, written by our expert authors- Accommodation - handy reference guide to a range of hotels for different budgets - Pull-out map - easy to extract folded map with places to see marked- What's new - a short overview of the changes in Paris in recent years for repeat travellers- Free download of the eBook - available after purchase of the printed Paris guidebook - Fully updated post-COVID-19The guide is a perfect companion both ahead of your trip and on the ground. It gives you a distinct taste of Paris with a concise edit of all the information you'll need. Read more

Looking for a sustainable and stress-free way to explore Europe? Hop on board the continent's railway network with this ultimate guide to train travel. Whether you want to take it slow on the scenic route or make the most of the newest high-speed services to get straight to your destination, Lonely Planet's experts show you how to plan your journey.Packed with detailed gatefold route maps and insider tips, we cover everything from how to piece together a long-distance trip to the must-see stops and best ways to book value-for-money tickets. As airlines cut back flights and airfares rise, now is the perfect time to take advantage of the increasing overnight services and flexible fares being offered. We also reveal the quirks of different operators and countries, such as luggage allowances, rules and regulations, and what facilities are on board. If you're looking for a more eco-friendly, convenient - and sometimes quicker - way to get from A to B as you travel throughout the continent, Lonely Planet's Guide to Train Travel in Europe will equip you to make the most of your time and budget.high-speed services in France, Italy, Germany, Switzerland and Spainscenic local routes in key countries including the UK and Scandinavia sleeper and long-distance services across the continentAbout 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, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, eBooks, and more. Read more

Follow Robert Macfarlane to the furthest corners of the globe.... A SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERWINNER OF THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE 2019WINNER OF THE STANFORD DOLMAN TRAVEL BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD 2020'You'd be crazy not to read this book' The Sunday TimesA Guardian Best Book of the 21st CenturyIn Underland, Robert Macfarlane takes us on a journey into the worlds beneath our feet. From the ice-blue depths of Greenland's glaciers, to the underground networks by which trees communicate, from Bronze Age burial chambers to the rock art of remote Arctic sea-caves, this is a deep-time voyage into the planet's past and future. Global in its geography, gripping in its voice and haunting in its implications, Underland is a work of huge range and power, and a remarkable new chapter in Macfarlane's long-term exploration of landscape and the human heart.SHORTLISTED FOR THE RSL ONDAATJE PRIZE 2020 'Macfarlane has invented a new kind of book, really a new genre entirely' The Irish Times'He is the great nature writer, and nature poet, of this generation' Wall Street Journal 'Macfarlane has shown how utterly beautiful a brilliantly written travel book can still be' Observer on The Old Ways'Irradiated by a profound sense of wonder... Few books give such a sense of enchantment; it is a book to give to many, and to return to repeatedly' Independent on Landmarks'It sets the imagination tingling...like reading a prose Odyssey sprinkled with imagist poems' The Sunday Times on The Old Ways Read more

This compact, pocket-sized Istanbul travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips and those trying to make the most of Istanbul. It's light, easily portable and comes equipped with a pull-out map. This Istanbul guidebook covers: Sultanahmet, Topkapi Palace to the Golden Horn, Grand Bazaar district, Northwest quarter and the land walls, Galata and the waterfront districts, Beyoglu and Taksim, Besiktas and Ortaköy, Asian Istanbul, The Bosphorus and Princes' Islands.Inside this Istanbul travel book you will find: - Curated recommendations of places - main attractions, off-the-beaten-track adventures, child-friendly family activities, chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas - Things not to miss in Istanbul - Süleymaniye Mosque Complex, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Mosaic Museum Büyük, Church of the Pamakaristos, Hagia Sophia, Istanbul Modern, Grand Bazar, Ayasofya Hürrem, Galata Tower, 360 bar-restaurant- Ready-made itineraries samples - created for different time frames or types of trip- Istanbul at a glance - an overview map of Istanbul with key areas and short descriptions of what you'll find there- Day trips - extra information for those on longer breaks or wanting to venture further afield- Practical travel tips - information on how to get there and around, health guidance, tourist information, festivals and events, plus an A-Z directory- Handy language section - themed basic vocabulary for greetings, numbers and food and drink- Independent reviews - honest descriptions of places to eat, drink or stay, written by our expert authors- Accommodation - handy reference guide to a range of hotels for different budgets - Pull-out map - easy to extract folded map with places to see marked- What's new - a short overview of the changes in Istanbul in recent years for repeat travellers- Free download of the eBook - available after purchase of the printed Istanbul guidebook - Fully updated post-COVID-19The guide is a perfect companion both ahead of your trip and on the ground. It gives you a distinct taste of Istanbul with a concise edit of all the information you'll need. Read more