In the Netherlands, you can visit windmills, gaze at the De Nachtwacht, or take a boat ride on a canal. These are enjoyable activities, yet while doing them you are most likely going to be in the midst of a crowd of tourists, like yourself, and not around the bona fide burghers that make up this singular and compact country.

Getting to know and understand a country is what makes travel a transformative experience. Countries, like people, have a past that was crucial in shaping the present. T...

Michael Chapman earns a living by doing what he loves most: a true globetrotter, he now works as a travel journalist and author for the online platform and marketplace ‘Guide to Iceland’.

Michael spent his childhood in the United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia and New Zealand, studied in England, then moved to Thailand and Cyprus to work as a scuba diving instructor, to finally end up in Iceland – the country that stole his heart and where he has been living since. In his Hidden guide Michael sh...

The 500 Hidden Secrets of Valencia reveals 500 off-the-beaten-track places and interesting details for anyone who’s keen to explore the city’s best-kept secrets, e.g. 5 dreamy places to dine outdoors, 5 old shops where time stands still, 5 stunning modernismo valenciano buildings, 5 trailblazing sustainable hotels ... and much more.

The 500 Hidden Secrets is a series of essential city guides. Every guide is written by a savvy local, only contains independent advice, is based on thorough r...

Welcome to Amsterdam - a city where the past and present collide.

Whether you want to cruise the narrow waterways, wonder at the works of the Old Masters in the Rijksmuseum, or cycle through the bulbfields, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Amsterdam has to offer.

Rich in heritage, Amsterdam's perfectly preserved 17th-century canal-side mansions invoke the city's former wealth. But Amsterdam is so much more than it's past. Bubbling with creativity and liberali...

Lonely Planet's Pocket London is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life - neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Explore history at the British Museum, delve into history at the Tower of London and soar over the city on the London Eye; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of London and make the most of your trip!

Lonely Planet's Pocket Paris is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life - neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Wonder at the city's museums and architecture, stroll through the Pere Lachaise and dine on rich French cuisine; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Paris and make the most of your trip!

Lonely Planet's Pocket Reykjavik & Southwest Iceland is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life - neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Marvel at stunning nature, explore a buzzing city and dive into the Blue Lagoon; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Reykjavik & Southwest Iceland and make the most of your trip!

Lonely Planet's Experience England is your guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. Take a jaunt through the picturesque Cotswolds, explore London's breathtaking history museums and get lost in a stately home - all guided by local experts with fresh perspectives. Uncover England's best experiences and get away from the everyday!

Lonely Planet's Pocket Amsterdam is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life - neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Cruise down the canals, admire the works of Van Gogh and shop for tulips and cheese; all with your trusted travel companion. Uncover the best of Amsterdam and make the most of your trip!

NEW top experiences feature - a visually inspiring collection of Friuli Venezia Giulia's best experiences and where to have them. Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests. overs Trieste, Carso, Friuli coast, Gorizia and the Collio, Udine, Pordenone and Western Friuli, and the mountains: the Friulian Dolomites, Carnia and the Julian Alps.