Rough Guides Travel

Rough Guides publishes books on hundreds of destinations worldwide, and we put that content online for our readers to access for free. Browse our destination coverage online, and check out information on everything from flights to food to accommodations and more.

Alternative travel in Southeast Asia
From canoeing the lakes of Vietnam to riding an elephant through the jungles of Indonesia...
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Routes through Europe
Plan your trip past Scandinavia's highlights or plot your route through central Europe's top cities with our inspiring European tours.
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Clean breaks in Europe
Key "ecolodge" or "ecotourism" into a search engine and it will throw up thousands of results, but how can you be sure that any are the genuine article?
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Routes through Asia
Be transported through thriving Asian capitals and discover the best of Thailand's islands and beaches with one of our tempting trip itineraries.
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Chicago
Guides you confidently to great-value hotels in every category, and the best places to eat, drink and party.
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Melbourne
The most comprehensive handbook to this cosmopolitan city.
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Italian Lakes
Explore every corner of the Italian Lakes using the clearest maps of any guide.
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Earthbound
Showcasing the best of Rough Guides' evocative travel photography.
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First-Time Europe
This pre-departure guide to Europe makes preparations easy and travelling fun.
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Mexico Map
Packed with listing recommendations and constructed of waterproof and virtually indestructible paper.
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