Lonely Planet Philippines (Travel Guide)

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#1 best-selling guide to the Philippines* Lonely Planet Philippines is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Swim at secluded beaches in the Bacuit Archipelago, take part in a colourful fiesta, dive remote reefs and magnificent walls at Apo Island or Balicasag; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the Philippines and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Philippines Travel Guide: Colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, etiquette, people, culture, politics, environmental issues, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine. Over 90 maps Covers Manila, Corregidor, Luzon, Zambales Coast, Lingayen Gulf, Ilocos, the Cordillera, Batanes, Bicol, Masbate, Catanduanes, Marinduque, Mindoro, Boracay, the Visayas, Negros, Cebu, Bohol, Samar, Mindanao, Palawan and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Philippines, our most comprehensive guide to the Philippines, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled. Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet Southeast Asia on a shoestring guide for a comprehensive look at all the region has to offer. Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet, Michael Grosberg, Greg Bloom, Trent Holden, Anna Kaminski and Paul Stiles. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves. *Best-selling guide to The Philippines. Source: Nielsen BookScan. Australia, UK and USA, February 2014-January 2015

Series: Travel Guide

Paperback: 480 pages

Publisher: Lonely Planet; 12 edition (June 1, 2015)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 1742207839

ISBN-13: 978-1742207834

Product Dimensions: 5 x 0.8 x 7.8 inches

Shipping Weight: 13.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)

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Kindle edition is difficult to navigate. The maps are pretty much useless. Lonely Planet isn't what it used to be. They are more focused on upmarket travellers than they used to be, and their preachy political correctness causes them to leave out a lot of information. The printed Jens Petersen book is a little older but far more useful.

This guidebook is the product of deeply uncurious minds. It goes on and on and on about beaches, diving, snorkling, with virtually no discussion or detail about architecture, tribal cultures or any of the things many folks travel to see. Sure, it will say there is a tribal market - but provide no information about tribal villages in the region, whether they exist, are worth visiting, etc. This is true even in an island as rich in tribal culture as Mindanao. In the chapters at the end of the book, there are about 2 pages whichever list, and very briefly describe, the tribes.The same is true where architecture is concerned. Spanish Colonial? Art Deco? Why bother? Also, information on museums is minimal. Yes, it tells you what they have, hours, etc. - but surely there are large museums in Manila that deserve more.I am about I read the Rough Guide, a series I dislike, to see if they are better. Otherwise, I'll use LP for treansportation and general information and rely on Google, and books, for real information.

I just came back from my four-week long vacation in the Philippines. God, it's such a beautiful country and I'm glad I was able to enjoy my stay thanks to this travel guide. It was very helpful during my trip and I highly recommend it.

Great quick resource for finding key activities. Maps of key spots. Not too many pictures, but many top 10 type lists and phone numbers, web sites, cost range, narrative on description of event or hotel or eating or other activities or geographical area. Great organization with good index and legend.

I use the Lonely Planet series to prepare for trips. I study the travel guide and take notes. But, the books a too thick and heavy to take on the trip. Use them to prepare and leave them at home. Photographing the most important pages with your smart phone is a good way to take the information with you.

Best PI guide out there. I'e been to the PI at least 10 times, and this book always reveals surprises and thoughtful insight. Lonely Planet delivers again.

LP never lets me down! It has the best suggestions ranging from dirt cheap hole-in-the-wall finds, but classy 5 star recommendations.It is curtailed to all travelers with all tastes. I'll never use another travel guide again!

Great resource for traveling to the Philippines. Very detailed information - many maps and information about many, many areas besides the usual tourist spots.

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