News & Releases: November 2009

>> As Kindle ships across the globe...
...Lonely Planet jumps on board! From Austrlia to Zanzibar and from chapter to book, Lonely Planet is excited to announce its worldwide launch to Kindle customers. Travellers can now pack as many guides as they want into Kindle’s 10.2 ounces and download new guides wirelessly whilst travelling the globe.

If you’d like more info please contact: angela.wilkinson@lonelyplanet.co.uk                                            

>> On the crest of a Google Wave
During the recent Google Wave beta launch, ‘Trippy’, Lonely Planet’s experimental trip planning gadget, took its first steps into the world.

‘Trippy’ loads a map of a location that contains Lonely Planet recommendations and reviews.  Using a simple drag-and-drop interface, users can easily select points of interest and assign dates and times to them to quickly create fantastic itineraries for their upcoming trips. Google Wave was made available to around 100,000 beta testers who have found using ‘Trippy’ to plan a trip with friends and family, was easy and interactive.

Want to know more? Check out: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=ESKf4TIl2Nw

>> New 13-part adventure TV series
Lonely Planet has teamed up with Nat Geo Adventure to produce an exciting, 13-part series: Lonely Planet: Roads Less Travelled to air in Australia. The series follows a team of Lonely Planet authors who are given three weeks to immerse themselves in the local culture of a country. Watch as these writer-explorers seek out the latest and greatest travel experiences on the planet.

Watch this space for the series coming to air in the UK (TBC)

>> Google maps take on a travel twist
Lonely Planet “Favorite Places” lists has just gone live as part of Google’s expanded content for their online maps enhancement. All three of our travel editors (UK, US and Australia), a local author from Canada and Tony Wheeler, all share their favorite places in New York, London, Melbourne, and Vancouver.

For more info check out - http://google-latlong.blogspot.com/2009/10/travel-companion-with-lonely-planets.html

NOVEMBER RELEASES
> We can provide gratis copies of lonely planet titles for review or recommendation
> Cover images are also available for new releases
> For more information please contact: pressenq@lonelyplanet.co.uk

>> Australia
A firm Lonely Planet favourite is back again for its 15th edition. From our very first edition published way back in 1977, we’ve now created an all encompassing  necessity for those destined for the amazing land downunder. Features include a new “Great Aussie Trips” section for the road trip of a lifetime and special contributions from experts including Alan “Dr Karl” Fletcher from Neighbours.
It’s our home turf so no one knows Australia quite like Lonely Planet! PUBLISHED END OF NOVEMBER - PRICED £16.99

>> ALSO OUT IN NOVEMBER
ETHIOPIA & ERITREA            4th edition £16.99

NEW ORLEANS            5th edition £13.99

SAMOA & TONGA            6th edition £12.99

VANUATU & NEW CALEDONIA            6th edition £12.99

>> Christmas is coming...
Still stuck for Christmas gift inspiration? Rest assured Lonely Planet is bound to have something for everyone this Christmas. From guidebooks to inspirational coffee table books to mobile phrasebooks perfect for on-the-go adventurers. We’ve even got a gift finder to help you find the right present for the right traveller. Plus you can also win yourself the ultimate Lonely Planet collection for being so generous.

From November 16th you can get inspired and find the ideal gift at www.lonelyplanet.com/getpacking

>> LONELY PLANET MAGAZINE: NOVEMBER ISSUE 
>> 99 hotels for under £99 – Whether you’re looking for a homely b&b in the Brecon Beacons, a swish boutique hotel for a European city break or a villa in Southeast Asia, Lonely Planet provides 99 of the most characterful places to stay.

>> Edinburgh with Ian Rankin – His Rebus novels capture the city’s criminal underbelly, but Ian Rankin’s Edinburgh is an altogether more inviting prospect. Join him for a stroll (and a pint) around the capital.

>> Alentejo uncorked - Portugal’s Alentejo region promises excellent wine, delicious food and sun-soaked countryside largely devoid of tourists

>> Hotels with landmark status – Hotels are not merely a place to rest your head on your travels: Dan Cruickshank discovers hotels with a cultural identity

>> Mini Guides – Include Lille, France; Brecon Beacons, England; Cappadocia, Turkey; and Whistler, Canada.

The Lonely Planet Magazine team is available now to discuss the November issue.