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Covers the French Quarter, Mardi Gras, Faubourg Marigny, Bywater, the CBD and Warehouse District, Garden, Central City, Uptown, Riverbend, Mid-City, Bayou St John, Treme-Lafitte and more. Click here to buy

Check out these brand new Lonely Planet books.  New Zealand Lonely Planet Hit the slopes in Queenstown, experience Maori culture, and explore the Bay of Islands. Covers Auckland, Bay of Islands and Northland, Waikato and the Coromandel Peninsula, Taranaki and Whanganui, Taupo and the Ruapehu Region, Rotorua and the Bay of Plenty, the East Coast, Wellingtion Region, Christchurch and Canterbury, Dunedin and Otago, Fiordland and Southland, Queenstown and Wanaka, the West Coast, Nelson and Marlborough and more. Mexico Lonely Planet Discover ancient Mayan ruins at Palenque, dive world-class sites at Cabo Pulmo, and tour murals in Mexico City. Covers Mexico City, Veracruz, Yucatan Peninsula, Chiapas, Tabasco, Oaxaca, Pacific Coast, Highlands, Baja Peninsula and Copper Canyon. Costa Rica Lonely Planet Trek through dense jungles in Parque Nacional Corcovado, swim under Montezuma Waterfalls and catch waves on Santa Teresa. Covers San Jose, Central Valley, Highlands, Caribbean Coast, Northwe...

The Rough Guide to the Caribbean Rough Guides' rundown of the French West Indies, the ABC islands, St Vincent and the Grenadines’ best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to the Caribbean, Click here to buy The Rough Guide to the Caribbean covers: The Bahamas, Turks & Caicos, Cuba, The Cayman Islands, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, The Virgin Islands, Anguilla, St Martin, Saba & St Eustatius, St Kitts & Nevis, Montserrat, Antigua & Barbuda, The French West Indies, Dominica, St Lucia, Barbados,  St Vincent & the Grenadines, Grenada, Trinidad & Tobago, The ABC Islands.

 Check out these 4 Brand NEW Rough Guides The Rough Guide to New Orleans Experiences selected for every kind of trip to New Orleans, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Baton Rouge, to family and child-friendly activities like Mississippi steamboating, or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like the French Quarter. Covers: The French Quarter, The Mississippi River, Tremé, The CBD and Warehouse District, The Garden District and Uptown Mid-City and City Park, Faubourg Marigny, Bywater and the Ninth Ward, and The Cemeteries. The Mini Rough Guide to Reykjavik Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Reykjavík from cultural explorations in the  National Museum of Iceland, to family activities in child-friendly places like Arbaejarsafn Open-Air Museum or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like the Blue Lagoon. Covers: Hallgrimskirkja and around; Laugavegur: the main shopping street; The Culture House and Harpa; Austurvollur and Aoastraeti; Tjornin and ar...

div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Scotland | Lonely Planet Travel Guide Get your culture fix in Edinburgh, take in astounding views from the top of Ben Nevis and sample mouth-watering whisky on Islay. "Scotland means so much to so many people; it's an ancestral home, a spiritual home, and a place that visitors love and connect with on a life-altering level ." Kay Gillespie @thechaoticscot This new updated guidebook covers Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dundee, Angus, Aberdeen, Moray, Loch Lomond, the Hebrides, Inverness, Orkney, Shetland. Writers: Kay Gillespie, Kay Gillespie, Laurie Goodlad, Mike MacEacheran, Joseph Reaney, Neil Wilson.    Scotland highlights: 1. Edinburgh 2. Inverness 3. Glasgow 4. Durness 5. Ullapool 6. Lewis & Harris 7. Skye 8. Oban 9. Rhins of Galloway 10. Glencoe Inside Lonely Planet's Scotland Travel Guide : Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination...

Lonely Planet’s Switzerland is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Hop aboard the Glacier Express, hike in the Swiss National Park, and wander the medieval cobbled streets of Bern; all with your trusted travel companion. Click here to buy >> Covers Geneva, Lake Geneva & Vaud, Fribourg, Drei-Seen Land, The Jura, Mittelland, Bernese Oberland, Valais, Ticino, Central Switzerland, Northern Switzerland, Zürich, Northeastern Switzerland, Graubünden, Liechtenstein Writers: Gregor Clark, Craig McLachlan, Benedict Walker, Kerry Walker  

Paris Travel Guide | Lonely Planet Stroll down monument-lined boulevards, lose yourself in the Louvre, and dine on French delicacies. Click here to buy >> Covers Eiffel Tower & Western Paris, Champs-Elysees & Grands Boulevards, Louvre & Les Halles, Montmartre & Northern Paris, Le Marais, Menilmontant & Belleville, ,Bastille & Eastern Paris, the Islands, the Latin Quarter, St-Germain & Les Invalides, Montparnasse & Southern Paris and more Writers: Jean-Bernard Carillet, Catherine Le Nevez, Christopher Pitts, Nicola Williams

Scented pine forests, haunting volcanoes, lunar-like landscapes, sandy coves, miles of Sahara-style dunes, beach-hugging resorts – the beautiful, unique Canary Islands wear many tantalising hats. Lonely Planet is your passport to Canary Islands, with amazing travel experiences and the best planning advice. Click HERE to buy the Lonely Planet Canary Islands travel guide Hike through the alien landscape around El Teide, dive into the colour of Carnaval, or es-cape the crowds on Fuerteventua’s stunning northwest beaches; all with your trusted travel companion. Lonely Planet writer Isabella Noble describes why she loves the Canary Islands. " Those who love Las Canarias are in on a sunny secret: there's a whole lot more to these sparkling, far-flung islands than their much-maligned reputation. Having grown up in Andalusia, I've always been fascinated by the canaries, with their Latin American-influenced accents, cultural riches and glorious volcanoscapes. this is an en...

Framing Life. The Raven Brothers from the United Kingdom launch their open-air exhibition on the bustling streets of India. The NO RUSH photography exhibition is the combined work of twin brothers from the UK. 50 prints taken over 20 years crossed India at the beginning of the year (2024), displaying the vibrant tapestry of life as seen through the eyes of two talented photographers.  "This one-of-a-kind exhibition aims to transform the world's public spaces into a gallery wall," Chris Raven told reporters on Monday. Simon Raven, fraternal twin brother and fellow photographer, stated. "We believe that the exhibition 'No Rush' is unique in its depiction of life slowed down in a fast-paced world. Each of the 50 portraits contain a sense of calm, and we believe that when displayed together, these frozen moments have real power." Chris Raven added. "Si's concept of using locations in India as the backdrop for the exhibition sounded colourful and fun...

Check out these two fantastic adventure books by The Raven Brothers. The Raven Brothers take you on a journey across our amazing planet, from the Arctic Circle to the Amazon rainforest.  Carnival Express: A Journey Across South America The Raven Brothers venture deep into the Pervian Amazon, with their grandiose plan to travel overland following the mighty Trans-Oceanic Highway that unites the Pacific and Atlantic coasts of South America. Hike Drive Stayin' Alive: 10 Stories of Adventure Walking, Driving, Surviving: Ten Adventure Stories by The Raven Brothers. Despite all obstacles, the unprepared duo embark on ten quests to reach their dream destinations. Given that the authors of Driving the Trans-Siberian  have spent twenty years discovering new routes around the globe, they ought to be skilled explorers with a sixth sense and the capacity to survive in almost any situation. Think again! Using rivers, paved roads and hiking trails, the hapless brothers stumble across three ...

The Raven Brothers' NO RUSH photography exhibition was live and on the move across India at the beginning of 2024. If you missed this unique online event, here are a selection of the prints that were on display in locations across the Indian subcontinent. 

The Danube A Journey Upriver from the Black Sea to the Black Forest   by Nick Thorpe The author takes us on a surreal journey up the Danube, where we encounter an incredible and strange world. The majestic Danube flows through and alongside ten central European countries: Romania, Ukraine, Moldova, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, and Germany.  Nick Thorpe embarks on an inspiring year-long journey that will provide him with a new perspective on Europe today by traveling the entire length of the river from east to west, against the flow. Thorpe's account is intimate, conversational, funny, direct, and unmistakably observant—everything a reader expects from great travel writing. Thorpe takes daily morning swims in the Danube, immersing himself in the histories of the lands connected by the river. He observes the river's ecological conditions, some of which are depressing and some of which are hopeful, and comes across archaeological remains that speak of hu...

Orthodox church on the Georgian Military Highway. Photo © Chris Raven The Raven Brothers give an intriguing account of their road trip along the Georgian Military Highway.  by The Raven Brothers  The Georgian Military Highway winds through the Dariali Gorge, also known as the "Gate of the Alans." It is dusty and unpaved. Si squeezes past a truck from Azerbaijan on a narrow shelf beneath a 1,800-metre vertical granite wall, pumped up on adrenaline. I try not to think about rocks smashing through the windows or a landslide that could potentially push us into the steep valley below. A griffon vulture flies low overhead. This is a dramatic and ancient trade route, and considered one of the most beautiful places in the Caucasus, inspiring both Lermontov and Pushkin, but right now this is far from the "passion and possibility", as Lermontov once romantically described. A stone hits the driver's window, but thankfully there is no damage. Si does well to battle against ...

The picturesque Georgian countryside near Vani. Photo by Samosir Books  The Raven Brothers travelled deep into the heartland of Georgia’s ancient kingdom of Colchis to explore the ruins of Vani. By The Raven Brothers  The ancient city of Vani in the spiritual heartland of the kingdom of Colchis, is in a region of Georgia shrouded by myth and legend. It is thought to be Jason and the Argonauts' final destination on their quest for the Golden Fleece. During the classical period, the mythological story of Jason first appeared in various literary works in Greece and Rome. Jason, a prince of Thessaly, is challenged by his uncle Pelias to sail to the land of Colchis on the Black Sea's eastern shores in the Greek epic poem 'Argonautica' by Apollonius Rhodius. His task was to find the Golden Fleece, a symbol of authority and kingship. Jason, according to legend, had a special ship called the Argo built to transport him and 49 Greek rowers known as the Argonauts to Greece. The A...

Machu Picchu, Peru. Photo ©️ Samosir Books Your journey to Machu Picchu starts in beautiful Cusco, a city high up in Peru's Andes and once the capital of the  Inca Empire. On the outskirts of Cusco, first catch a bus through the Sacred Valley to Pisac and then to Ollantaytambo. From there you can connect with a Peru-Rail train to the mountain town of Aguas Calientes. Here is the gateway to Machu Picchu; one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world. Thirty-five kilometres from Cusco, you'll arrive in Pisac, and explore the fascinating Archaeological Park, with its religious structures, terraces and a ceremonial area with spectacular valley views. After you shop-till-you-drop at the buzzing Pisac market, full of  handmade crafts and textiles made by local artisans, you will travel further through the Scared Valley to the nearby town of Ollantaytambo. Enjoy the lovely little plaza here that is surrounded by rocky cliffs, and it's the perfect place to sit and watch ...

E10 Highway, Lofoten Islands, Norway. Photo © Samosir books Plan the ultimate Norway road trip for 2024, with an adventure touring the stunning E10 Highway that stretches from Luleå in Sweden to Å on the Lofoten Islands. Few places in the world are more naturally spectacular and unspoiled than The Lofoten Islands in northeast Norway. Brightly painted wooden fishing villages, dramatic rocky mountain peaks and a strong connection to the ocean, will have you wishing you never had to return to the 9-5. Jagged mountains of Lofoten, Norway. Photo © Samosir Books  Lofoten's jagged mountains jut out of Norway's Arctic Coast, attracting visitors from all over the world with breathtaking scenery and charming harbor towns. A tradition for a thousand years, cod caught here are dried out on massive racks across the islands, making it a major winter breeding ground for fish. Free road bridges and tunnels connect the islands along the E10 Highway, allowing camper vans, cars and motorcycles ...

The Raven Brothers launch their 'NO RUSH' photography exhibitiion. A project finally complete after two decades. Here in the ETG office, we are excited to interview The Raven Brothers about their new quirky photography exhibition that is touring India at the moment.  by Emily Kemble, ETG content writer. Firstly, I would like to ask you both, do you prefer writing about your travels or photographing them? Chris: In many ways, writing and photography are connected, so I enjoy them both. There is a natural flow between the two.  Simon: When we're on a journey for a new book or short story, photography is vital for making notes. It enables us to examine in greater detail what was around us at the time. It also makes capturing those iconic moments more possible, because the cameras are never far away from our reach. As a keen photographer myself, I really want to ask you both how you got into travel photography? Chris: Ever since the day my parents bought me a camera for ...