Lonely Planet Travel Survival Kit: Bolivia

Lonely Planet - Travel Survival Kit

by Deanna Swaney, Lonely Planet

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 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.

With Lonely Planet Bolivia you'll find everything you need to know to explore Incan roads, climb Andean mountains, and eat well when it's fiesta time in the "Tibet of the Americas." Bolivia's diverse terrain ranges from the highest mountains in Latin America to lush jungles and low-lying savannas. Lonely Planet's Bolivia shares how to discover the best of the vibrant cultures that thrive in these diverse regions. The guide also contains updated trekking maps. --Kathryn True

Genres: Travel, Nonfiction, Bolivia, Reference

Paperback

First published January 9, 1989

Reviews

[Adam Floridia · Rating 2 out of 5]

There's nothing wrong with this book at all. I just now question why I even bother buying travel books like this. Even as updated as they are, the internet will always be more up to date. I book hotels based on online reviews and availability, not one of these books. I suppose I do skim these books for some useful information. More, though, it's probably the egotism of being able to "show off" where I'll be traveling next and as eventual souvenirs of my trip. Machu Picchu and Salar de Uyuni, here we come!

(I just thought of another reason why I might buy these: to pad my "read" stats for the year!)

[Alicia · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Bolivia....this book was a dear friend in fall 2006

[Marie]

Komt goed van pas.

[Melissa · Rating 3 out of 5]

[2010.09.15] Used 2010 7th edition to plan the Bolivia portion (approx 1 week) of our Fall 2010 South America trip. Sections used: Lake Titicaca, La Paz. Bought and printed out portions of the e-book pdf. Don't remember there being any glaring inaccuracies or anything of that sort. (Note: if traveling from Copacabana to La Paz, take care when choosing the bus company and try to find one that doesn't drop off by the cemetery (downtown or terminal are both better). If you need a taxi after getting into La Paz, flag one down (that looks like a legit radio cab) instead of using any of the ones already waiting near the drop-off area.)

[Hollis Williams · Rating 4 out of 5]

Si no hubiera tenido este libro me habría perder en Potosí, mi única guia fue el mapa y lo usé para visitar el Salar de Uyuni también y para encontrar museos y sitios de interés en Sucre y Cochabamba. Lo leí todo, tantos los comentarios culturales como los mapas, pero quizás sería mejor leerlo ANTES de viajar para que se sepa como es la gente, la cocina, como se viaja, la percepción de los extranjeros y ''gringos'' que viajan por el país, información sobre los bloqueos etc. Bolivia es un país precioso pero también puede ser confuso y debe ser especialmente difícil para la gente que no habla ni castellano ni quechua.

[rachel · Rating 4 out of 5]

just hope I get the chance to use what I learned while reading this book!

[Misti · Rating 5 out of 5]

Our trip to Bolivia was awesome. I'd love to go again in the next few years and spend more time there.

[Amy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Exactly what you would expect from a travel guide.

[Vanlilith]

viaggi

[Kim Lanza · Rating 4 out of 5]

Looking forward to exploring the largest salt fields in the world, Isla del Sol, and La Paz - perhaps even this summer!

[Freya Magnusson · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was helpful on my trip to Santa Cruz, Bolivia.