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El país que nunca fue colonizado, el antiguo Reino de Siam, os espera para ofreceros uno de los destinos más sugerentes y caleidoscópicos que podáis imaginar. El recorrido que os presenta la guía del Trotamundos recoge las diversas Tailandias que se muestran a los ojos del viajero: las etapas del viaje comprenden la capital Bangkok una megalopolis con mas de 10 millones de habitantes y sus alrededores; la Tailandia septentrional, budista y ancestral de Chiang Mai y su region, donde podreis disfrutar de su cocina, sus templos y de actividades en la naturaleza, asi como de excursiones para conocer a las etnias de la montaña; la provincia de Mae Hong Son y ciudades como Pai y Mae Sariang; en el extremo septentrional del pais, Chiang Rai y, a orillas del Mekong, el Triangulo de Oro, donde se unen Laos, Tailandia y Myanmar. El recorrido por el sur del pais se inicia en la isla de Ko Samui, la mayor del golfo de Tailandia; las islas de Ko Pha Ngan, Ko Tao o de las Tortugas, para proseguir por la costa del mar de Andaman con Pukhet, la mas conocida de todas ellas, llamada la perla del Sur por sus paradisiacas playas; las islas Yao cubiertas de espesas selvas y plantaciones de caucho, la bahia de Phang Nga y sus grutas naturales, el Parque Nacional de Khao Sok, las bellisimas playas de arena blanca de Ko Phi Phi, la provincia de Krabi, el archipielago de Ko Lanta; Hat Yai, el Parque Maritimo de Ko Tarutao y Ko Bulon Lae.Todo lo que debeis conocer de antemano lo hallareis en los capitulos Como ir y Generalidades: documentacion, clima, diferencia horaria, dinero, transportes, ademas de apartados dedicados a la cocina, las fiestas, la lengua, la historia, las religiones, las costumbres y la poblacion de Tailandia. Os seran de utilidad tambien los mapas y planos de los lugares de interes incluidos en la guia, asi como recomendaciones hoteleras y gastronomicas, y sugerencias para escapadas nocturnas y compras al alcance de todos los bolsillos.

For this edition our authors have hunted down the fresh, the transformed, the hot and the happening, from new transport routes to get you to the beach faster, flights through the canopy in Ko Tao and stylish sleeps for all the hip new hotels in Bangkok. 3219 km of coastline, over 150 temples, 37 weeks of in-depth research and 245 bowls of noodles consumed Inspirational photos Comprehensive planning tools In-depth background Easy-to-read layout At-a-glance practical info Coverage includes: Planning chapters, Bangkok&around, Central Thailand, Ko Chang&East, Chiang Mai Province, Northern Thailand, Northeastern Thailand, Hua Hin&Southern Gulf, Ko Samui&Lower Gulf, Phuket&Andaman Coast, Understand&Survival chapters.

Nepal is a land of snow peaks and Sherpas, yaks and yetis, monasteries and mantras. 57 maps, 43 amazing temples, seven major treks described and 182 momos consumed Clear, easy-to-use maps and inspirational photos Trekking routes feature At-a-glance practical info and comprehensive planning tools Coverage Includes: Planning chapters, Kathmandu, Around the Kathmandu Valley, Kathmandu to Pokhara, Pokhara, The Terai&Mahabharat Range, Trekking Routes, Biking, Rafting, Kayaking, Understand and Survival Guide.

Bays of peach-tinged sand, cotton hammocks swinging lazily between palm trunks, castle-like karsts emerging from the deep. 3219 km of coastline, 150 temples, 27 weeks of in-depth research, 165 bowls of noodles consumed inspirational photos comprehensive planning tools in-depth background Coverage Includes: Planning chapters, Bangkok, Phuket, the Northern Andaman Coast, Ko Chang, the Eastern Seaboard, Hua Hin, the Southern Gulf, Ko Samui, the Lower Gulf, Ko Phi-Phi, the Southern Andaman Coast and Understanding&Survival chapters.

¿Qué ofrece?_Rutas alternativas_Mapas prácticos que ayudarán a descubrir los principales puntos de interés y las joyas ocultas que harán de este un viaje único_Fotografías sugerentes y una nueva seccion para planificar, imprescindible para preparar el viaje perfecto_Autores expertos que viven y trabajan en el sureste asiatico_Espectacular guia 3D para visitar los templos de Angkor _Gran cobertura para bucear, practicar el senderismo y hacer un voluntariadoAdemas? Mas por menos: Lonely Planet ha encontrado las mejores propuestas para todos los presupuestos.Y nuestro compromiso: La mision de Lonely Planet es conseguir que el lector viva increibles experiencias viajeras. Los autores visitan los lugares sobre los que escriben en cada edicion. Nunca aceptan regalos a cambio de reseñas favorables: lo explican tal como lo ven.

"Insight Guide Philippines" is a comprehensive, full-colour travel guide that provides an essential introduction to this little-known Asian country. The Philippines is a destination of thousands of islands fringed by idyllic tropical beaches, plus stunning mountain scenery, colonial architecture and lively festivals. "The Insight Guide" will assist you in finding your ideal itinerary through what can be a daunting list of options, with the inspirational Best Of section setting out the principal places to visit in the Philippines. In-depth information on the country''s history and culture is provided in a series of lively essays, while chapters on contemporary culture, food, festivals and architecture paint a vivid portrait of life in the Philippines today. The Places chapters have been comprehensively updated for this new edition, and cover all the sights worth seeing - from the amazing landscapes of northern Luzon to the beaches of the Visayas and the jungles of Palawan. At the back of the book, the Travel Tips section contains all the practical information you''ll need to make the most of your trip, including our independent reviews of carefully selected hotels and restaurants, which will direct you to the best and most authentic establishments.

With breathtaking natural beauty, wonderfully hospitable people, quaintly charming architecture and cosmopolitan capitals 3 expert authors 4 months of research 100+ khachapuri (cheese pies) countless breathtaking landscapes inspirational photos clear, easy-to-use maps in-depth background planning info Coverage Includes: Planning chapters, Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Nagorno-Karabakh, Understand&Survival Guide chapters.

Bali is like no other destination in the world. Its rich culture plays out at all levels of life, from the exquisite flower-petal offerings placed everywhere to the processions of joyfully garbed locals to the otherworldly traditional music and dance performed island-wide. Add in beaches, surfing, great dining, killer sunsets, beautiful walks, fabulous shopping, and more, Bali is unbeatable.Walking tours and day plannersMaps for every neighbourhoodPacked with expert travel tips100% independent adviceCoverage Includes: QuickStart guide, Kuta&Legian, Seminyak, Kerobokan, Echo Beach, Jimbaran, Ulu Watu, Nusa Dua, Tanjung Benoa, Sanur, Denpasar, Ubud, East bali, The Best of Bali and Survival Guide.

The brand new Step by Step Shanghai is a stylish, full-color travel guide to this dynamic city. The twelve easy-to-follow itineraries most on foot explore the many facets of Shanghais urban area, including lesser-known areas such as the narrow streets behind the famous Bund and the backwaters of Suzhou Creek. There is a handy pull-out map that shows all the itineraries clearly. There are tips on where to stop for a bite to eat en route, while color maps show the routes in detail and dynamic photography brings the city to life. Three additional excursions venture beyond Shanghai to the picturesque Grand Canal city of Suzhou famed for its gardens, the delightful water town of Zhouzhuang, and the unmatched serenity of Hangzhous West Lake. There is also plenty of detail on the cultural and artistic heritage of the city, a selection of recommended hotels, restaurants and bars, and comprehensive practical information to help you find your way around and enjoy exploring the city.

"Berlitz Pocket Guide Malaysia" is a concise, full-colour travel guide that combines lively text with vivid photography to highlight the very best that this diverse country has to offer. The Where To Go chapter details all the key sights on a tour of both Peninsular Malaysia and Malaysia Borneo, from the dazzling architecture of Kuala Lumpur and the World Heritage Sites of Georgetown and Melaka, to the natural splendours of Mount Kinabalu and the world''s largest orangutan sanctuary in Sabah. Handy maps on the cover help you to get around with ease. To inspire you, the book offers a rundown of the Top 10 Attractions in Malaysia, followed by an itinerary for a Perfect Tour of the country. The What to Do chapter is a snapshot of ways to spend your spare time, from shopping and sports to traditonal Malay dance and theatre. You''ll also be armed with background information, including a brief history of the country and an Eating Out chapter covering its mouth-watering cuisine. There are carefully chosen listings of the best hotels and restaurants, and an A-Z to give you all the practical information you will need.

Exotic and tropical, friendly and hospitable, historic and devout, Southeast Asia offers a warm embrace from its sun-kissed beaches and steamy jungles to its bustling modern cities and sleepy villages. 22 experienced authors, 250 + open-air markets, 550+ islands and beaches, 1144 bowls of noodles consumed 3D plans of iconic Angkor Wat Budget Planner feature Easy-to-read layout At-a-glance practical info Coverage Includes: Planning Chapters, Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, East Timor, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar (Burma), Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Understand and Survival Guide chapters