Books – Detail

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East Coasting: The Ultimate Roadtripper’s Guide to New England
Christine Chitnis, Monica Dorazewski

Discover the ultimate illustrated guide to road-tripping up through historic New England, and the must-visit spots along the way

A USA Today Bestseller

195 pp. Hardcover - Travel

Fodor's Paris 2025
Fodor's Travel Guides

Whether you want to walk to the top of the Eiffel Tower, explore the Louvre, or stroll down the Champs-Élysées the local Fodor's travel experts in Paris are here to help! Fodor's Paris guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time.

399 pp. Hardcover - Travel

How to Win at Travel
Brian Kelly

Turn your wanderlust into reality with expert strategies from Brian Kelly, the founder of The Points Guy—the leading voice in travel and loyalty programs—with this ultimate resource for everything from leveraging airline and credit card points to planning your dream itinerary.

320 pp. Hardcover - Travel

Lochs and Legends
Andy the Highlander

A Scotsman’s guide to the extraordinary tapestry of the land, history, folklore and stories of his homeland.

308 pp. Hardcover - Travel

Lonely Planet: Australia
Sarah Reid, et. al

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from surfing the waves on Byron Bay's iconic beaches to watching little penguins waddle ashore at the famous Penguin Parade, and touring the famous rock art sites of Kakadu National Park with an Aboriginal guide.

928 pp. Hardcover - Travel

Lonely Planet: Iceland
Meena Thiruvengadam, Alexis Averbuck, Egill Bjarnason, Eygló Svala Arnarsdóttir

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Iceland.

352 pp. Hardcover - Travel

Lonely Planet: Spain
Isabella Noble et al

Lonely Planet's Spain is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Admire the works of Gaudi in Barcelona, explore Moorish history in the Alhambra and sample tapas throughout the country; all with your trusted travel companion.

720 pp. Hardcover - Travel

Luxembourg
Tim Skelton

This new, thoroughly updated fifth edition of Bradt’s Luxembourg remains the only comprehensive, English-language guidebook to focus exclusively on this small but fascinating European country, where public transport is now entirely free.

247 pp. Hardcover - Travel

Not For Tourists Guide to London 2025
Not For Tourists

With details on everything from Big Ben to Brick Lane, this is the only guide to London that a native or traveler needs.

559 pp. Hardcover - Travel

The Rough Guide to Belgium & Luxembourg
Rough Guides

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360 pp. Paperback - Travel

The Rough Guide to Germany
Rough Guides

This Germany guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places.

880 pp. Hardcover - Travel

The Rough Guide to Morocco
Stuart Butler

The Rough Guide to Morocco includes practical tips on everything from the best-value hotels and restaurants to transport and the state of the roads. It covers Moroccan culture past and present, trekking, windsurfing and birdwatching.

560 pp. Hardcover - Travel

The Rough Guide to Poland
Rough Guides

This Poland guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places.

488 pp. Hardcover - Travel

The Rough Guide to Slow Travel in Europe: 28 Inspirational No-Fly Journeys by Rail, Road and Sea
Rough Guides

With every itinerary and recommendation selected by expert Rough Guides’ authors and editors, this brand-new book arms travellers with top tips and visual inspiration that’ll enthuse them to get out there and explore the world in a more planet-friendly way.

288 pp. Paperback - Travel

The Rough Guide to Southeast Asia on a Budget
Rough Guides

This Southeast Asia on a Budget guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places.

960 pp. Hardcover - Travel

The Rough Guide to Tanzania & Zanzibar
Rough Guides

This Tanzania & Zanzibar guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground.

520 pp. Hardcover - Travel

Rough Guide: Geneva
Rough Guides

This compact, pocket-sized Geneva travel guidebook is ideal for travellers on shorter trips and those trying to make the most of Geneva. It’s light, easily portable and comes equipped with a pull-out map.

144 pp. Hardcover - Travel

Secret Milan
Massimo Polidoro

Discover a canal lock designed by Leonardo da Vinci as well as the secrets of his Last Supper, find out where Mussolini's hidden bunker lies, marry beneath frescoes by Tiepolo, visit artists houses usually closed to the public, see exceptional private collections...

397 pp. Hardcover - Travel

Snapshot: Lisbon
Rick Steves

This slim guide excerpted from Rick Steves Portugal includes:

  • Rick's firsthand, up-to-date advice on Lisbon's best sights, restaurants, hotels, and more, plus tips to beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps
  • Top sights and local experiences: Relax and people-watch at an Art Nouveau café, or take a trolley tour of the famed colorful hills. Wander tangled medieval streets and museums of ancient art, and sip delicious port with locals at an authentic fado bar
  • Helpful maps and self-guided walking tours to keep you on track
171 pp. Hardcover - Travel

South Devon & Dartmoor: Local, Characterful Guides to Britain's Special Places
Hilary Bradt, Janice Booth

Discover the hidden secrets of this varied and beautiful region, from the 'English Riviera', where palm-trees abound and the sandy beaches of Torquay and Paignton attract numerous summer visitors, to the wild landscape of Dartmoor, England's highest landmass south of the Pennines.

351 pp. Hardcover - Travel

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