Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisherLonely Planet's Europe on a Shoestring is your passport to having big experiences on a small budget, offering the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, what hidden discoveries await you, and how to optimise your budget for an extended continental trip. Hit the streets and free museums of one of the world's greatest capital cities, London; soak up history and art by day an...

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisherLonely Planet Prague & the Czech Republic is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Count statues on Charles Bridge, marvel at the Renaissance splendour of bohemian town Cesky Krumlov or explore Prague's Old Town -all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Prague & the Czech Republic and begin you...

Dive headfirst into the Western Balkans and discover everything you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime.The Western Balkans rewards curiosity - discover idyllic terracotta-roofed villages that overlook crystal-clear waters, and marble-paved old towns that lead to world-famous ancient sites. Our on-the-ground experts have explored the enchanting ruins of Butrint, dived into Lake Ohrid, and danced the night away in Hvar. Just think of us as your friend on the...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Prague - and discover twice the city in half the time!Discover Prague's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From sipping a brew at the Prague Beer Museum, to taking a stroll around Stromovka park, and ma...

The ultimate snapshot of every country in the world featuring new local insights from travel experts and the top experiences for each destination.Spot wildlife in Australia's lush green Daintree Rainforest; tour Japan's exquisite temples in Kyoto; discover Gaudi masterpieces in Spain's buzzing Barcelona. Get to know the amazing countries that populate our planet and start planning your next big adventure.Inside the...

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisherLonely Planet's Eastern USAis your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore the tropical islands of the Florida Keys, hit the streets of New York City and watch the leaves change color in New England - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Eastern USA and begin your journey now!Insid...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Central Europe**.**Discover Central Europe's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from hiking through vineyards, to visiting beautiful turreted castles, and exploring charming small towns.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Central Europe

Dive headfirst into Slovenia and discover everything you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime.Slovenia rewards curiosity - discover tranquil spa villages nestled in unspoilt nature and alpine lakes overlooked by medieval castles. Our on-the-ground experts have sipped wine in the Vipava Valley, relaxed in an open-air salt bath at Lepa Vida Thalasso Spa, and ventured on a walking tour of Maribor. Just think of us as your friend on the inside. If it's ...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Eastern Europe**.**Discover Eastern Europe's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from exploring Albania's wild and remote beaches; to hiking past alpine lakes and magical vistas in Slovakia's Tatra Mountains; and visiting the world's biggest castle complex at the magnificent Prague Castle....

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Europe**.**Discover Europe's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from digging into a delicious smorgasbord of Nordic cuisine in the Danish capital of Copenhagen; to island-hopping in Greece where perfect golden beaches await; and roaming the illustrious Alhambra, Granada's 1,000-year-old fort and palace c...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Romania & Bulgaria.Discover Romania & Bulgaria's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from sunning yourself on miles of golden sand at Sunny Beach; to sipping coffee and people watching from a rooftop bar in Bucharest; and exploring Corvin Castle, Transylvania's most spellbinding fortress.Build a trip to re...

The Emperor's Grace is the story of the men of C Force – the first contingent of Australian, British and Dutch prisoners of war shipped from Singapore to Japan in November 1942. These men worked in the Kawasaki Shipyard in Kobe before the American firebombing campaign razed the city, and then the infamous Fukuoka coal mine before the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki brought World War II to an end.When the Japanese seized most of South-East Asia in early 1942, they...