Lonely Planet has New Zealand Covered

Lonely Planet has New Zealand Covered

“You probably know all about the scenic side of New Zealand – the NZ of tourist ads, Lord of the Rings and nature documentaries. You may also know about its reputation as an action-adventure destination. This is, after all, a nation that is so dedicated to doing odd things with bits of rubber and plastic that it invented bungy jumping, black-water rafting and zorbing. Some of you may even know about NZ’s anti-nuclear stand, its passion for rugby, its fondness for sheep. Maybe you’ve tucked into some NZ lamb, spread NZ butter on your toast or downed a particularly zingy bottle of Marlborough sauvignon blanc.”
- Lonely Planet New Zealand, 15th Edition

Lonely Planet is releasing four New Zealand titles in the coming months, starting with the Country Guide New Zealand in September, followed by two Regional Guides New Zealand’s North Island and New Zealand’s South Island in October and Discover New Zealand in November.

New Zealand 15th Edition is AU$41.99, NZ$55, 748pp, 20pp colour, 164 maps.
New Zealand's North Island is AU$32.99, NZ$45, 504pp, 12pp colour, 95 maps.
New Zealand's South Island is AU$32.99, NZ$45, 444pp, 12pp colour, 91 maps.
Discover New Zealand is AU$44.99, NZ$55, 400pp, full colour, 72 maps.

One Month Closer to Celebrating the World with
The Travel Book

 The international best seller, The Travel Book, is back. The first
 edition of this photographic journey through every country in the
 world sold more than half a million copies across the globe. The
 new edition, which is published in October, contains 100% new
 content, including 817 stunning images and completely updated
 text.

 The Travel Book devotes a double-page spread to every country
 in the world, showing a glimpse of life in each destination from a
 traveller’s perspective and evoking the spirit of the place by
 describing what you might see and feel, what kind of food and
 drink might flavour your visit, and which books, music or films
 will help prepare you for the experience. The book also details
 events, objects and people that are central to each country’s
 identity, along with curious, little known facts.

 In addition,The Travel Book includes a further 11 places of
 interest, personally selected by Lonely Planet Co-founder Tony
 Wheeler.

 Fast Facts
 • 448 pages • 817 images • 229 countries • 90000 words • 15
 authors • 222 maps • Previous edition translated into 12
 languages • 355mm x 260mm | hardcover • 4kg

 RRP: AU$80, NZ$100

Find The Best Trends, Destinations, Journeys and Experiences for the Upcoming Year in Best In Travel 2011

"This book started with hundreds of ideas from everyone at Lonely Planet, including our extended family of travellers, bloggers and tweeters. These ideas were whittled down by a panel of in-house travel experts, including Lonely Planet cofounder Tony Wheeler, based on scores for topicality, excitement, value for money and that special X-factor. As a result of this voting system, 2011 marks the first time our top 10 countries, regions and cities are ranked in order. We’ve put them out there – now we’re looking forward to the debates that will inevitably follow."
Lonely Planet’s European Travel Editor Tom Hall

Best in Travel 2011 is perfect for travellers of all varieties and serves as a month-by-month travel planner of the best trends, destinations, journeys, and experiences for the year ahead.

Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2011 is available in October, 208 pp, full colour, 180mm × 145mm, paperback, AU$24.99, NZ$34

New York Shines in All Seasons

“New York will lead, and you must follow. Still, it can’t hurt to be armed with a well-mapped plan, as the head-spinning number of options in this vibrant city will pull you in all directions. It’s a dream destination, after all, and you’ll want to know you experienced as much as possible. So budget your time – knowing that everything will take about twice as much time as you’d figured – and you won’t be sorry.”

Lonely Planet’s latest, fully updated New York City guide provides information on the Big Apple’s history, neighbourhoods, shopping, architecture, the arts, nightlife, sports and activities. The guide extensively covers Manhattan and the four outer boroughs. There is advice on day trips and excursions, including trips to Upstate New York, Hudson Valey and the Jersey Shore and a new full-colour section on Repurposing New York, focusing on revitalising forgotten spaces, buildings and areas of the city.

We’re happy to offer you an extract from the new Lonely Planet New York City guide to suit your needs.
Lonely Planet New York City 7th edition is available in August, 432pp, 45 maps, AU$37.99, NZ$49.99.

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