Chris Rowhtorn Bücher

Mit dem Lonely Planet Japan auf eigene Faust durch das Land der aufgehenden Sonne. Monate der Recherche fließen in diesen Kultreiseführer für Individualreisende ein. Auf über 900 Seiten bieten die Autoren umfassende Hintergrundinformationen, Planungstipps und aktuelle Details zu Sehenswürdigkeiten, einschließlich Öffnungszeiten und Preisen. Auch Globetrotter, die abseits der Touristenpfade reisen möchten, finden zahlreiche Anregungen. Ein entspannendes Bad in einer der berühmten Onsen, wie in Hachijo-jima, ist ein Muss. Für Abenteuerlustige sind die lebhaften japanischen Feste, wie das Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri, ein Highlight, bei dem Festwagen durch die Straßen gezogen werden. Die Popkultur in Tokio kann bei einem Bummel durch den Shoppingbezirk hautnah erlebt werden, wo Trends entstehen. Für jede Destination gibt es Empfehlungen für Unterkünfte und Restaurants, die jeden Geschmack und Geldbeutel ansprechen. Der Guide enthält zudem Karten, ein Farbkapitel zu den 25 Top-Highlights, 3D-Darstellungen, Specials zu Themen wie Küche und Skifahren, Reiserouten, fundierte Hintergrundinformationen sowie ein Glossar und einen Sprachführer. Ehrlich, praktisch und humorvoll geschrieben, bietet dieser Reiseführer inspirierende Eindrücke und Erfahrungen.

Discover Victoria, a playground with class. Explore the state's rugged coastlines and the great indoors. Devour serious fun, food, wine, arts and culture. The wild, the avant-garde, the kitsch and the classic - this guide will take you there. - the A to Z of the state's greatest events, from the Australian Open to jazz festivals - pure indulgence: your guide to spas, massages and wineries - the inside word on the best spots for bushwalking, surfing, rock climbing, diving, cycling, skiing and more - more than 50 detailed maps covering every inch of Victoria - advice on where to eat, sleep and play, on any budget

A guide to help research and prepare for a trip to Asia and India offers general advice for day-to-day living while traveling in the region, and suggests itineraries for each country.

Tokyo's ultra-modern appearance belies a rich cultural heritage. Equally comfortable under neon signs or in a garden shrine, Tokyo's citizens are truly versatile. You'll find this guidebook indispensable in Japan's most cosmopolitan, accepting - and confusing - city. 32 page colour map section, including a subway map ; how to eat and sleep well on any budget ; ideas for free activities including mapped city walks ; cultural tips, from conducting a business meeting to splashing in a sentô ; essential Japanese script throughout.

Tribal longhouses and beach resorts, high-rise shopping centers and tropical rainforests - Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei are diverse countries with stunning scenery, fascinating cultures and endless opportunities for outdoor activities. Featuring expanded chapters on this fully updated guide will help you plan the trip that suits your budget and passions. o More than 80 maps, including color-contoured trekking maps o Full details on the hike up Mt Kinabalu o Excellent rundown of the region's mouth-watering cuisines o Comprehensive coverage of spectacular diving and snorkeling destinations o Hundreds of accommodation listings, from budget dorms to luxurious hideaways o User-friendly Malay language chapter.

Lonely Planet Borneo is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Marvel at the Pinnacles of Gunung Mulu National Park, explore the wild Maliau Basin for untouched,uncut jungle, or dine on crunchy midin fern tips.

This edition covers all the countries in the region from Brunei through to Vietnam, from jungles, oceans and volcanoes to modern Singapore and colonial Phnom Penh, including a new chapter on East Timor. It also offers facts, maps and essential safety information.

Lonely Planet Kyoto is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Get a panoramic view of Kyoto at Ginkaku-ji, catch a glimpse of geishas in the Gion district, or seeArashiyama's infinite stalks of bamboo.

Covers everything from shopping and entertainment to tea ceremonies and temples Includes suggested itineraries and themed walking tours Day trip information for Nara and Osaka, now in full colour, with pullout map