Lonely Planet South America Shoestring (Lonely Planet on a Shoestring Series) [Paperback]

James Lyon (Author), Wayne Bernhardson (Author), Andrew Draffen (Author), Krzysztof Dydynski (Author), Maria Massolo (Author), Rob Rachowiecki (Author), Deanna Swaney (Author)

Book Description

Series: Lonely Planet on a Shoestring Series | Publication Date: January 1997

This guidebook covers the length and breadth of the continent, from the Darien Gap to Tierra del Fuego, and includes Easter Islands and the Falklands (Islas Malvinas). Information includes: tips on health and safe travelling; where to stay and eat; and hiking, climbing and wildlife watching.

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

From Antarctica to Zimbabwe, if you're going there chances are Lonely Planet has been there first. With a pithy and matter-of-fact writing style, these guides are guaranteed to calm the nerves of first-time world travelers, while still listing off-the-beaten-path finds sure to thrill even the most jaded globetrotters. Lonely Planet has been perfecting its guidebooks for nearly 30 years and as a result, has the experience and know-how similar to an older sibling's "been there" advice. The original backpacker's bible, the LP series has recently widened its reach. While still giving insights for the low-budget traveler, the books now list a wide range of accommodations and itineraries for those with less time than money.

Here is the ultimate budget traveler's guide to a continent that will never cease to stimulate the senses. From the Darién Gap to Terra del Fuego and all points in between, this is an essential travel tool. Lonely Planet's South America features 238 country, region, city, and town maps; safety and health tips; reviews of places to stay and eat; lively background on history, geography, and culture; practical outdoor activities including national parks and reserves; and coaching in Spanish, Portuguese, Quechua, and Aymara languages. The book also covers Easter Island, the Galápagos Islands, and the Falklands (Islas Malvinas). --Kathryn True

Product Details

• Paperback: 1168 pages
• Publisher: Lonely Planet; 6th edition (January 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0864424019
• ISBN-13: 978-0864424013
• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 5 x 1.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,521,373 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)