Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet’s Pacific Northwest Best Trips. This trusted travel guide features 32 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Cruise the... Pacific Coast, the Willamette Valley and the Cascade Mountains - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the Pacific Northwest, rent a car, and hit the road!
Inside Lonely Planet’s Pacific Northwest Best Trips, you'll find up-to-date information, lavish color and gorgeous photography throughout, itineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored trips for your needs and interests, easy-to-read, full-color route maps and detailed directions, insider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road, hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices, and honest reviews for all budgets. Plus, you'll find useful features like Stretch Your Legs, Detours, and Link Your Trip.
The guide covers the Pacific Coast, Cascade Mountains, John Day region, Whidbey Island, Willamette Valley, Columbia River Gorge, Olympic National Park, San Juan Islands, and more. Lonely Planet Pacific Northwest Best Trips is perfect for exploring the Pacific Northwest via the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car.
Planning a Pacific Northwest trip sans a car? Lonely Planet’s Washington, Oregon & the Pacific Northwest, our most comprehensive guide to the region, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems.
Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. With Lonely Planet’s Pacific Northwest Best Trips, you'll have the perfect guide to explore the region and discover the freedom of the open road.
Lonely Planet Southwest USA's Best Trips 4 (Road Trips Guide)
Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet’s Southwest USA’s Best Trips. This trusted travel companion features 32 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Explor...e the beauty of this region, take in the immensity of the Grand Canyon, soak up the beauty of Sedona along Highway 89A, and stop off in Moab for some biking or rafting. Get to Southwest USA, rent a car, and hit the road!
Inside Lonely Planet’s Southwest USA’s Best Trips, you will find up-to-date information, lavish color and gorgeous photography, itineraries and planning advice, easy-to-read, full-color route maps, detailed directions, insider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road, essential info at your fingertips, hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices, honest reviews for all budgets, eating, sleeping, sightseeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss, and useful features like Stretch Your Legs, Detours, Link Your Trip.
This trusted guide covers Arizona, Route 66, the Grand Canyon, Sedona, New Mexico, Taos, Jemez Mountains, Texas, Hill Country, Utah, Colorado, Nevada, Zion National Park, Bryce National Park and more.
Whether you are planning a Southwest USA trip sans a car, or exploring the region via the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car, Lonely Planet’s Southwest USA’s Best Trips is the perfect choice. With this trusted travel companion, you can explore both top sights and lesser-known gems.
Lonely Planet has been a leading travel media company since 1973, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler. With Lonely Planet’s Southwest USA’s Best Trips, you will be able to explore this region like a local and make the most of your trip.
Lonely Planet Australia's Best Trips 3 (Road Trips Guide)
Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet’s Australia’s Best Trips 3 (Road Trips Guide). This trusted travel companion features 38 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week a...dventures. Explore the outback, marvel at the Daintree, and discover Tasmania’s Heritage Trail. Get to Australia, rent a car, and hit the road!
Inside Lonely Planet’s Australia’s Best Trips 3, you'll find lavish colour and gorgeous photography throughout, as well as itineraries and planning advice to help you pick the right tailored trips for your needs and interests. Get around easily with easy-to-read, full-colour route maps and detailed directions. Plus, you'll get insider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road, including local driving rules, parking, and toll roads. You'll also have essential infoat your fingertips, including hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, and prices. And you'll get honest reviews for all budgets, from eating and sleeping to sightseeing and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss.
Useful features include Stretch Your Legs, Detours, and Link Your Trip, so you can make the most of your trip. The guide covers New South Wales, ACT, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Northern Territory, Western Australia and more.
Lonely Planet’s Australia's Best Trips 3 is perfect for exploring Australia via the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car. If you're planning an Australia trip sans a car, Lonely Planet’s Australia, our most comprehensive guide to Australia, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems.
So what are you waiting for? Get Lonely Planet’s Australia's Best Trips 3 and hit the road!
Lonely Planet's Epic Road Trips of the Americas 1 is the perfect guide for anyone looking to explore the Americas by car. Featuring 50 of the most epic drives across North and South America and the Ca...ribbean, this book is sure to inspire a lifetime of adventures. From the Pacific Coast Highway to the Gaspesie Loop in Canada and the Hana Highway in Hawaii, this book has something for everyone.
Each of the featured drives includes first-person accounts from writers who have completed the drive, challenge level grading to help you decide which route is best for you, inspiring photography and maps, practical information to help you plan your journey, and expert travel advice on where to stay, recommended detours, and the best places to eat. The vibrant cover illustrated by Ross Murray makes this beautiful hardback a must-have for any road tripper.
Whether you're an experienced driver or just starting out, Lonely Planet's Epic Road Trips of the Americas 1 will help you explore the world in a new and exciting way. So buckle up, and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime!
Lonely Planet USA's Best Trips 4 (Road Trips Guide)
Lonely Planet USA's Best Trips 4 (Road Trips Guide) is the perfect way to explore the United States by car. Featuring 51 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures, you can wind your ...way down the California Coast, gaze up at the Rocky Mountains, or immerse yourself in New England's history, all with your trusted travel companion. With up-to-date information, itineraries and planning advice, useful features, insider tips, easy-to-read maps, lavish color and gorgeous photography, and essential info at your fingertips, Lonely Planet's USA's Best Trips 4 (Road Trips Guide) is the perfect choice for discovering the USA.
The guide includes 15 classic trips plus other lesser-known drives, such as Route 66 (14 days), Four Corners Cruise (10 days), Grand Teton to Yellowstone (7 days), Highway 1 (6 days), Monument Valley and Trail of the Ancients (5 days), Cascade Drive (4-5 Days), Bay Area Culinary Tour (2-3 days), and Going-to-the-Sun Road (2-3 days). You'll also find regional chapters covering New York, the Mid-Atlantic, New England, Florida, the South, the Great Plains, Rocky Mountains, California, the Pacific Northwest, and more.
Lonely Planet's USA's Best Trips 4 (Road Trips Guide) offers a variety of features to make your trip easier, including Stretch Your Legs (the best things to do outside the car), Detours (delightful diversions to see the USA's highlights along the way), Link Your Trip (cruise from one driving route to the next), and Insider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road. With honest reviews for all budgets, eating, sleeping, sightseeing, and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss, you'll be able to make the most of your road trip.
Discover the freedom of open roads with Lonely Planet's USA's Best Trips 4 (Road Trips Guide). Jump in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road!
Lonely Planet Best Road Trips France 3 (Road Trips Guide)
Lonely Planet's France's Best Road Trips is the perfect guide for exploring the country by car. With lavish colour and gorgeous photography throughout, this guide will provide you with the best itiner...aries and planning advice to pick the right tailored routes for your needs and interests. Easy-to-read, full-colour route maps and detailed directions will make it easy to get around, while insider tips will help you get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road. Useful features such as Stretch Your Legs, Detours, Link Your Trip, and more will help you make the most of your journey. This guide covers Paris, Alsace, Normandy, Brittany, the Loire Valley, the Auvergne, Burgundy, the Rhone Valley, Provence, the Basque Country, the Pyrenees, and more. With honest reviews for all budgets, including eating, sleeping, sightseeing, and hidden gems, you'll be sure to find the perfect trip for you. Plus, with the eBook version, you can download PDFs and offline maps, add notes to personalise your guidebook experience, and more. So, what are you waiting for? Get Lonely Planet's France's Best Road Trips and start planning your dream French road trip today!
Lonely Planet Best Road Trips Europe 2 (Road Trips Guide)
Lonely Planet's Europe's Best Trips: Road Trips Guide is the perfect companion for your next European adventure. Inside, you'll find lavish colour and gorgeous photography throughout, as well as itine...raries and planning advice to pick the right tailored trips for your needs and interests. With easy-to-read, full-colour route maps and detailed directions, you'll get around easily. Insider tips will help you get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road. Essential info at your fingertips includes hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices, and honest reviews for all budgets. Plus, useful features such as Stretch Your Legs, Detours, and Link Your Trip will help you make the most of your journey. This guide covers Italy, France, Great Britain, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Switzerland, Austria and more. With Lonely Planet's Europe's Best Trips: Road Trips Guide, you'll have the perfect companion for your next European adventure.
The Iceland Adventure Map from National Geographic is the perfect tool for exploring this Nordic island. This waterproof and tear-resistant map is designed to meet the needs of adventure travelers. It... features a clearly marked road network with distances and destinations of major and main roads, as well as an index of cities and towns to help you arrive at your destination quickly.
The map also includes specialized content such as recreational, ecological, cultural, and historic points of interest, as well as secondary roads, remote tracks, secluded paths, and ferry routes. Pinpointed points of interest include hot springs, geysers, waterfalls, caves, museums, lighthouses, swimming pools, golf courses, campsites, and scenic viewpoints. UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Thingvellir National Park, and the volcanic island of Surtsey are also labeled.
The shaded relief map details the entire island, with contour lines, labeled peaks and summits, shaded forested areas, water features, and color-coded boundaries of National Parks and nature reserves. It is printed on durable synthetic paper, making it waterproof, tear-resistant, and tough enough to withstand the rigors of international travel. The map has a scale of 1:465,000 and measures 25.5" x 37.75" when unfolded and 4.25" x 9.25" when folded. With the Iceland Adventure Map from National Geographic, you can explore the pristine nature and unique scenery of this beautiful island.
Lonely Planet's Normandy & D-Day Beaches Road Trips guide is the perfect companion for discovering the rich history, culture and beauty of this region. With this guide, you can explore the iconic site...s of Rouen, Bayeux, Lille, Amiens, Flanders, Somme, Normandy and the D-Day beaches, all at your own pace. The guide includes colour maps and photos, insider tips to save time and money, honest reviews for all budgets, cultural insights, and more. Plus, you'll get to experience the unique Norman cuisine, from the famous cheeses to the delicious seafood dishes. With Lonely Planet's Normandy & D-Day Beaches Road Trips guide, you'll be able to make the most of your journey and discover the hidden gems of this amazing region.
Lonely Planet New England's Best Trips (Travel Guide)
Lonely Planet's New England's Best Trips is the perfect travel guide for exploring the classic American way - by road trip! Featuring 32 amazing road trips, up-to-date advice on the destinations you'l...l visit along the way, and insider tips to get around like a local, this guide is the perfect companion for your journey. With detailed route maps and full-color photography, you'll be able to explore Cape Cod, fall foliage, the Appalachian Trail and more with ease. You'll also find essential information at your fingertips, including hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices, and honest reviews for all budgets. So, jump in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road with Lonely Planet's New England's Best Trips!
Lonely Planet Great Britain's Best Trips 2 (Road Trips Guide)
Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Great Britain's Best Trips. This trusted travel companion features 36 amazing road trips, from 3-day escapes to 3-week adventures. Wind throu...gh majestic Welsh mountains, visit quaint English villages, and cruise grand Scottish moors. Get to Great Britain, rent a car, and hit the road!
Inside Lonely Planet's Great Britain's Best Trips, you'll find up-to-date information including all businesses that were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020’s COVID-19 outbreak. There is also lavish color and gorgeous photography throughout, as well as itineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored trips for your needs and interests. Get around easily with easy-to-read, full-color route maps and detailed directions. Plus, you'll get insider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots, and be safe on the road. You'll also find essential info at your fingertips such as hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, and prices. Honest reviews for all budgets are included, covering eating, sleeping, sightseeing, and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss.
Lonely Planet's Great Britain's Best Trips covers a variety of destinations, including England, Scotland, Wales, the West Country, the Cotswolds, Bath, Edinburgh, Stonehenge, Welsh Mountains, Cambridge, Oxford, the Scottish Highlands, Stratford-upon-Avon, Blenheim Palace and more.
If you're looking for a guide focused on a specific British country, check out Lonely Planet's England, Scotland, or Wales guides for a comprehensive look at all that these countries have to offer.
Lonely Planet's Great Britain's Best Trips is the perfect choice for exploring Great Britain via the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car. So rent a car, hit the road, and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime!
Lonely Planet California's Best Trips 4 (Road Trips Guide)
Discover the freedom of open roads while exploring the majestic beauty of California with Lonely Planet's California's Best Trips 4, your passport to up-to-date advice on uniquely encountering the Gol...den State by car. Featuring 33 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures, you can experience the majesty of Yosemite, encounter towering redwoods in Big Sur, or soak up the sun on SoCal's beaches, all with your trusted travel companion. Get to California, rent a car, and hit the road!
Inside Lonely Planet's California's Best Trips 4, you will find up-to-date information on all businesses, lavish color and gorgeous photography throughout, itineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored trips for your needs and interests, easy-to-read, full-color route maps, detailed directions, insider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road, hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices, honest reviews for all budgets, eating, sleeping, sightseeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss, and useful features including Stretch Your Legs, Detours, and Link Your Trip.
The guide covers San Francisco, Big Sur, Napa Valley, Yosemite National Park, Redwoods, Route 66, Death Valley, San Diego, Los Angeles, Monterey and more, giving you the perfect opportunity to explore California via the road and discover sights that are more accessible by car.
Lonely Planet's California's Best Trips 4 is the perfect choice for those wanting to explore the Golden State and its many wonders. So, rent a car, hit the road, and get ready to experience California like never before!
Lonely Planet Germany, Austria & Switzerland's Best Trips 2 (Road Trips Guide)
Explore Germany, Austria and Switzerland like never before with Lonely Planet's Germany, Austria & Switzerland's Best Trips 2 (Road Trips Guide). This comprehensive guidebook offers 33 amazing trips, ...up-to-date advice on the destinations you'll visit along the way, and insider tips to get around like a local. Experience soaring Alps, fairytale castles and world-class wineries with full-colour route maps, detailed directions, and honest reviews for all budgets. Discover hidden gems and avoid trouble spots with Stretch Your Legs, Detours, and Link Your Trip features. With Lonely Planet's Germany, Austria & Switzerland's Best Trips 2, you can explore these countries by road and discover sights that are more accessible by car. So get in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road!
Lonely Planet Ireland's Best Trips 3 (Road Trips Guide)
Lonely Planet Ireland's Best Trips 3 (Road Trips Guide) is the perfect companion for any road trip in Ireland. Featuring 34 amazing road trips, plus up-to-date advice on the destinations you'll visit ...along the way, you can explore Dublin's heritage, Connemara's scenery and Galway's pubs - all with your trusted travel companion. With lavish colour and gorgeous photography throughout, this guide has everything you need to get the most out of your journey.
The guide includes itineraries and planning advice to help you pick the right routes for your needs and interests, easy-to-read full-colour route maps and detailed directions, insider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road, essential info at your fingertips, hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices, and honest reviews for all budgets. It also includes useful features such as Stretch Your Legs, Detours, and Link Your Trip.
Covering Dublin, Ennis, Cork, Galway, Belfast, the Dingle Peninsula, Wexford, Waterford, Killarney, Limerick, Westport, Tralee, Kenmare, Ring of Kerry, Connemara, Glendalough, Doolin, Derry, Bangor, and more, Lonely Planet Ireland's Best Trips 3 (Road Trips Guide) is the perfect choice for exploring Ireland by road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car.
Discover Scotland with Lonely Planet's Experience Scotland travel guide and unlock the secrets of this iconic destination. Our local experts share their love for the real Scotland, offering fresh pers...pectives into the country's traditions, values, and modern trends to make your travel experience even more meaningful.
Visit the Malt Whisky Trail, devour fresh lobster platters in Oban, or escape to white sand beaches in Harris. With our local experts and planning tools, you can create your own unique trip and get to the heart of the place. Find insider tips to help you build on your experiences when visiting well-known sights and landmarks, as well as fun insights to pique your curiosity.
Experience Scotland has a comprehensive selection of maps and beautiful full-colour photography to inspire you as you plan your unforgettable journey. Get the scoop on the best festivals, secret hangouts, hidden locations, tantalising local food scene, and photo-worthy views. Plus, use our handy seasonal trip planner to guide you on where to go, when to travel, and what to pack.
Whether you're looking for an adventure-filled getaway or a relaxing escape, Lonely Planet's Experience Scotland travel guide is the perfect companion for your journey. Unlock even more travel secrets using the QR codes throughout each guide and discover story-worthy travel moments that you'll never forget.
Lonely Planet Iceland's Ring Road 3 (Road Trips Guide)
Discover Iceland's majestic glaciers, Reykjavik and the Blue Lagoon with Lonely Planet's Iceland's Ring Road Road Trips Guide. Featuring 5 amazing road trips, from 1-day escapes to 5-day adventures, t...his trusted travel companion will help you explore the freedom of the open road. Get to Iceland, rent a car, and hit the road!
Inside Lonely Planet’s Iceland’s Ring Road, you'll find lavish colour and gorgeous photography throughout, as well as itineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored routes for your needs and interests. Get around easily with easy-to-read, full-colour route maps, detailed directions and insider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road. You'll also find essential info at your fingertips, including hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices and honest reviews for all budgets. Plus, you'll get useful features such as Stretch Your Legs, Detours, and Link Your Trip.
The guide covers Reykjavik, The Golden Circle, Hvolsvollur & Around, Skogar, Vik, Lomagnupur & Around, Skaftafell, Hali, Hofn, Djupivogur, Myvatn & Around, Akureyri and more. If you're looking for a guide focused on a specific Icelandic city, check out Pocket Reykjavik & Southwest Iceland. For more road-tripping ideas, check out Lonely Planet’s USA’s Best Trips guides to California’s Best Trips and Pacific Northwest’s Best Trips or Road Trips guides to New England Fall Foliage and Civil War Trails.
Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet’s Iceland’s Ring Road. Plan your perfect Icelandic road trip today!
Lonely Planet Best Road Trips Spain & Portugal 2 (Road Trips Guide)
If you're looking for an unforgettable road trip through Spain and Portugal, then look no further than Lonely Planet's Spain & Portugal's Best Trips guide. This comprehensive guide provides you with i...tineraries, planning advice, easy-to-read maps, detailed directions, insider tips, honest reviews, and useful features that will help you make the most of your journey. With this guide, you'll get to explore Madrid, Basque Country, Barcelona, Andalucia, Portugal, and more.
The guide also provides you with essential information at your fingertips, such as hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices, and more. Plus, it includes Stretch Your Legs, Detours, and Link Your Trip features that will help you make the most of your journey.
Lonely Planet's Spain & Portugal's Best Trips guide is perfect for exploring Spain and Portugal via the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car. With this guide, you'll be able to make the most of your trip and experience the best of what Spain and Portugal have to offer.
Lonely Planet's Pacific Coast Highway's Road Trips guide is the perfect companion for anyone looking to explore the beautiful Pacific Coast Highway. Featuring four amazing road trips, plus up-to-date ...advice on the destinations you'll visit along the way, you can journey through verdant redwood parks or follow bewitching ribbons of coastal highway, all with your trusted travel companion.
This guide is filled with lavish color and gorgeous photography throughout, as well as itineraries and planning advice to help you pick the right tailored routes for your needs and interests. You'll also find easy-to-read, full-color route maps, detailed directions, insider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road, local driving rules, parking, toll roads, hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices, and much more.
Lonely Planet's Pacific Coast Highway's Road Trips guide will help you explore the Pacific Coast Highway in the classic American way - by road trip! You'll have honest reviews for all budgets, including eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss. There are also useful features, including Stretch Your Legs, Detours, and Link Your Trip, to make your road trip even more enjoyable.
So, if you're planning a Pacific Coast Highway trip, make sure you pick up Lonely Planet's Pacific Coast Highway's Road Trips guide. It's the perfect companion for anyone looking to explore the beautiful Pacific Coast Highway.
Lonely Planet's Tuscany Road Trips Guide is the perfect companion for your next road trip. Featuring four amazing road trips, plus up-to-date advice on the destinations you'll visit along the way, you... can explore the beauty of Tuscany and all its hidden gems. With detailed maps, insider tips, and essential information, you can make the most of your journey and explore the region like a local.
From the rolling hills of Chianti to the vibrant streets of Florence, you can sample local wines, explore medieval Siena, and find the freshest produce at San Gimignano's weekly market. With Lonely Planet's Tuscany Road Trips Guide, you'll have everything you need to make your trip a success. The guide features detailed itineraries, planning advice, driving rules, parking, toll roads, honest reviews for all budgets, and much more. You'll also find useful features such as Stretch Your Legs, Detours, and Link Your Trip.
Whether you're a seasoned traveler or a first-time explorer, Lonely Planet's Tuscany Road Trips Guide will help you make the most of your journey. With its comprehensive advice and detailed information, you can explore the beauty of Tuscany and create an unforgettable experience.
Valuable Tips When Choosing Lonely Planet Road Trips Products
When it comes to planning a road trip, Lonely Planet is a trusted brand in the travel industry. With their Road Trips products, they offer a wealth of information and inspiration for anyone planning their next adventure on the road. However, with so many different products to choose from, it can be challenging to know which one is the best fit for you. In this article, we'll go over some valuable tips when selecting Lonely Planet Road Trips products.
1. Know Your Destination
The first thing to consider when choosing a Lonely Planet Road Trips product is your destination. If you already have a specific place in mind, you should look for products that focus on that area. For example, Lonely Planet has a Road Trips book specifically dedicated to Route 66. If you're planning a trip along that iconic highway, this book would be a fantastic resource.
If you're open to exploring various destinations, you can opt for a general Road Trips book that covers multiple areas. However, keep in mind that these books may not provide as much in-depth information on a specific location compared to a dedicated guide.
2. Consider Your Interests
Another essential factor to keep in mind when choosing a Lonely Planet Road Trips product is your interests. If you're an avid hiker and outdoor enthusiast, you might want to focus on guides that highlight the best hiking trails and camping sites. On the other hand, if you're a foodie looking to indulge in local cuisine on your road trip, you should look for guides that feature the best restaurants and food markets in the area.
Lonely Planet offers a range of Road Trips books that cater to different interests, from adventure and family-friendly trips to cultural experiences and wine tastings. It's essential to choose a guide that aligns with your interests to make the most of your road trip experience.
3. Determine Your Budget
The cost of Lonely Planet Road Trips products varies depending on the type of guide you choose. Some of their products are free, such as the Road Trip Guides on their website. These guides offer tailored itineraries for various destinations, complete with must-see sights and local recommendations.
Other products, such as their guidebooks and ebooks, have a price tag, ranging from $5.99 to $24.99. When choosing a guide, you should consider your budget and decide how much you're willing to spend. Keep in mind that investing in a quality guide can help you save money in other areas, such as finding affordable accommodations and budget-friendly restaurants.
4. Look for Practical Information
One of the most important factors to look for in a Lonely Planet Road Trips product is practical information. This includes details on local laws and customs, road conditions, and essential travel tips. It's crucial to choose a guide that provides reliable and up-to-date information to ensure a safe and comfortable experience on the road.
Additionally, you should look for guides that feature detailed maps and driving directions, as these can help you navigate unfamiliar roads and avoid getting lost. Lonely Planet's Road Trips books and ebooks include easy-to-read maps and directions, making them a valuable resource for any road trip.
5. Check the Reviews
Before selecting a Lonely Planet Road Trips product, it's essential to check the reviews from other travelers. Reviews can offer valuable insights into the quality and usefulness of a guide, helping you make an informed decision.
You can find reviews on Lonely Planet's website, as well as on other travel forums and review sites. Look for feedback from travelers who have used the guide for a road trip similar to yours. Pay attention to both positive and negative reviews to get a well-rounded idea of the guide's strengths and weaknesses.
6. Consider the Format
Lonely Planet Road Trips products come in different formats, including guidebooks, ebooks, and online guides. Each format has its pros and cons, so it's essential to consider which one works best for you.
Guidebooks are a popular choice for many travelers, as they offer a physical copy of the guide that can be easily referenced in the car. However, guidebooks can be bulky and cumbersome to carry around, and they may not offer as much digital content as ebooks.
Ebooks are a more convenient and portable option, as they can be accessed on a smartphone, tablet, or e-reader. They often include additional content, such as interactive maps and audio tours, that aren't available in guidebooks. However, ebooks require a stable internet connection to download and use, which may not be available in remote areas.
Online guides are another option, specifically Lonely Planet's Road Trip Guides. These guides are free and accessible through their website, making them a convenient choice for budget-conscious travelers. They offer tailored itineraries and maps that can be easily customized to fit your travel plans. However, online guides require a stable internet connection to use, which may be a challenge while on the road.
Conclusion
Choosing the right Lonely Planet Road Trips product can be a game-changer for your next road trip. By considering your destination, interests, budget, and practical information, you can find a guide that enhances your travel experience. Checking reviews and evaluating the format of the guide can also help you make an informed decision. With the right guide in hand, you can hit the road with confidence and enjoy all the sights and experiences that a road trip has to offer.