Friday, May 17, 2019

Where to see giant otters, leopards and the world's biggest rodent 🔎

Plus: drive Australia's Great Ocean Road, Turkey's surreal thermal baths & more -
 
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The world's biggest wetland is home to some of the planet's most curious creatures, from giant otters to colorful hyacinth macaws.

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Just back from: Łódź, Poland
Lonely Planet's Claire Richardson is just back from Łódź, a post-industrial city going through a transformation with new museums, art galleries, pop-up restaurants and beer gardens.
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Turkey's surreal thermal baths
Pamukkale's breathtaking hot springs are a natural wonder, and have been used as thermal baths since Roman times.
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Discover Yellowstone National Park
America's Yellowstone National Park is one of the world's most dramatic wildernesses, with craggy canyons, thick forests, shooting geysers and hot springs.
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Drive Australia's Great Ocean Road
There's more to the Great Ocean Road than beach towns and national parks. Take a trip along Australia's most famous road to discover its fascinating history and uncover hidden spots.
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Tuesday, May 14, 2019

Travel sketching: how to capture a place with paper and pencil

Plus: Plan your perfect Greek island-hopping adventure, Germany for first-timers, exploring El Mirador & more
 
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Looking for a more meaningful way to document your adventures? On your next trip, give your phone a break and bring a sketchbook instead. Scribbling your surroundings is the perfect way to stay present and ensure you're taking in every tiny detail of your travels.

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The best places to sample the world’s most unusual alcohols
Are you sick of whisky sours? Tired of gin and tonics? Left nauseous by the thought of vodka served neat? Find your new favorite tipple at one of these quirky bars and distilleries that specialize in lesser-known liquor from around the world.
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Plan your perfect Greek island-hopping adventure
Walk in the footsteps of famous Argonauts, Frankish Crusaders and the Mamma Mia film crew to see why travelers have been draw to the Greek islands since time immemorial.
PEARLS OF PARADISE
 
 
Exploring El Mirador, Guatemala's mysterious Mayan ruin
Journey deep into the Petén jungle in Guatemala for a glimpse back in time. Here you'll discover the mighty El Mirador – one of the gems of Mayan culture.
RESPLENDENT RUINS
 
 
Germany for first-timers
From high-tech cities and cool cultural scenes to spectacular landscapes and timeless traditions, Germany is replete with treasures for all types of travelers. The hardest bit is deciding where to go first...
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Friday, May 10, 2019

Hot off the press! Check out May’s new releases

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Iceland travel guide
Nordic Nirvana 
Ease away your cares at the Blue Lagoon, gaze at the wonder of the Northern Lights, hike through pristine wilderness in the Westfjords; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Iceland and begin your journey now!  
 
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Each and every month, stacks of shiny new Lonely Planet books are released into the wild.

 

And it’s high time we told everyone! So welcome to the first of a new monthly email.

 

You’ll discover new editions to our most popular guides, coffee table books to amaze and inspire, fantastical adventure books for children, and lots more.

 

Here’s what’s new this month:

Iceland's Ring Road Trips
Lonely Planet's Global Distillery Tour
Beautiful World Australia
The Netherlands
Tibet
Slovenia
Best Of Great Britain
Best of Germany
Best of Iceland
Pocket Rotterdam

What’s more, all these new titles are available in our 3 for 2 deal. Hooray!

 
 
 
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