《Lonely Planet Ireland 》

Book Description The very mention of Ireland never illicits a ho-hum response. Locals and visitors alike are equally passionate about a vivacious country that is so thoroughly drenched in the arts, history and heartbreakingly beautiful landscape. Lonely Planet's latest guide to Ireland is out and ready to wax lyrical. UNCOVER THE MYTHS – from the Giant's Causeway to the Blarney Stone, get behind the fables EXPLORE MORE with recommended Itineraries to get you off the beaten track GET BACK TO YOUR ROOTS – hints and tips on researching the family tree DELVE INTO THE PAST with in-depth coverage of the country's turbulent history SLEEP SOUNDLY – charming country houses, swanky city pads and cosy B&Bs – discerning recommendations for every budget Amazon.com 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. From pub-hopping and leprechaun-chasing to Ogham stones and the Book of Kells, Lonely Planet presents the essential Ireland. In addition to the requisite lowdown on food and accommodations, a detailed activities section covers everything from walking and birdwatching to hang gliding and rock climbing. The book's intriguing "boxed asides" delve into topics ranging from the mystical to the environmental, including the witch of Kilkenny, the legend of Inishbofin Island, the Birr Observatory and Telescope, even Ireland's disappearing bogs. 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　 --Kathryn True From the Publisher Who We Are At Lonely Planet, we see our job as inspiring and enabling travellers to connect with the world for their own benefit and for the benefit of the world at large. What We Do We offer travellers the world's richest travel advice, informed by the collective wisdom of over 350 Lonely Planet authors living in 37 countries and fluent in 70 languages. We are relentless in finding the special, the unique and the different for travellers wherever they are. When we update our guidebooks, we check every listing, in person, every time. We always offer the trusted filter for those who are curious, open minded and independent. We challenge our growing community of travellers; leading debate and discussion about travel and the world. We tell it like it is without fear or favor in service of the travellers; not clouded by any other motive. What We Believe We believe that travel leads to a deeper cultural understanding and compassion and therefore a better world. Book Dimension length: (cm)19.3 　　　 　　　　　 　　　　　 width:(cm)12.8