Lonely Planet Venice & the Veneto is the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Absorb the architecture and mosaics at Basilica di San Marco, cruise the Grand Canal on a gondola, trace the development of Venetian art at Gallerie dell'Accademia; all with your trusted travel companion.
6 fold-out maps + 2 fold-out spreads (Welcome and Transports & Hotels).A choice of 60 sites not to be missed, organised by district.Details of more than 100 restaurants, cafés, theatres, music venues,shops, markets etc.All the practical advice needed.A list of the best places to stay, from budget hotel to luxury palace.
- discovery guide to Portugal, from enchanting Lisbon to hilltop cork groves & picturesque beaches - where to eat, sleep & party - anywhere, any budget - special sections on dazzling architecture & port wine - plus handy, user-friendly language chapter
Discover the best kept secret in South America. Colombia is safer than ever, affordable and still blissfully uncrowded - an independent traveler's dream. Laze on palm-fringed Caribbean beaches. Canoe slient rivers through lush rainforest. Stroll Cartagena's colonial old town. Salsa all night in Cali. Packed with practical advice and valuable tips for trouble-free travel, our peerless guide enables you to explore with confidence.The Basics - detailed maps, tailored itineraries and easy-to-use directory help make the most of your trip.Adrenaline Rushes - the best spots for diving, rafting, hiking, rock-climbing and other thrills.Straight Talk - honest advice on where to go - and still risky spots to avoid.Discerning Reviews - opinionated authors give the lowdown on where to sleep, eat and pain the town.Colombia 101 - in-depth background chapters provide insight into the country and its people.