Wanderlust: Guidebooks to Get You Started Thinking About Travel Again
Can't wait to travel but want to wait until it's safer to do so? There nothing wrong with researching beforehand, so you can be armed with the knowledge to travel safely. Lonely Planet has exceptional guides for all types and travel and travelers and I wanted to share a few with you to help you get excited about traveling again.
For the Solo Traveler
The Solo Travel Handbook: Practical Tips and Inspiration for a Safe, Fun and Fearless Trip by Sarah Reid
Don't let the idea of traveling alone stop you from living out your dreams. Packed with tips and advice for before and during your travels, The Solo Travel Handbook gives you the confidence and know-how to explore the world on your own, whether you're planning a once-in-a-lifetime adventure or a short city break.
For the Budget Traveler
Lonely Planet's Wonders of the World: 101 Great Sights and How to See Them On Any Budget by Oliver Berry, Joseph Bindless, Mark Johanson, Matt Phillips, and Karla Zimmerman
This must-have travel guide to 101 of the world’s most magnificent sights, including Antarctica, Victoria Falls, the Amazon Rainforest and the Great Wall of China, tells readers— on a range of budgets—how to see them.
For the Crusier
The Cruise Handbook: Inspiring Ideas and Essential Advice for the New Generation of Cruises and Cruisers by Baran Michelle
For the Foodie
The Vegan Travel Handbook: An Inspiring and Practical Guide to Vegan-Friendly Travel by Karen Chernick
This handy travel guide helps readers discover, plan and book a huge range of vegan-friendly adventures around the world by providing essential advice and expert tips for staying healthy on the road.
Lonely Planet's Best Places to Eat in Every Country
For the first time ever, Lonely Planet has compiled the best dining spots in every country of the world. Our writers know how to sniff out the best food around and our picks favor local, authentic and atmospheric experiences—whether that means tucking into tasty oysters at a seafood shack in southeast England or gorging on the best jerk chicken in Jamaica. With over 2000 expert recommendations, this is the ultimate companion to help foodie travelers make the most of every meal, wherever they are in the world.
Summaries provided via NYPL’s catalog, which draws from multiple sources. Click through to each book’s title for more.
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