Lonely Planet Asia Magazine - November - December 2016

In this issue

This issue, we uncover unsung medieval wonders in the heart of Spain. We also also invite you to Zimbabwe for unique encounters along the shores of the Zambezi. In another corner of Africa, wildlife photographer Luke Massey shares an intimate glimpse into the local community.

City at a glance: Abu Dhabi

It’s a city straight out of the 1960s cartoon, The Jetsons; the world’s largest handloomed carpet, the fastest roller coaster, the tower with the greatest lean and the largest cluster of cultural buildings of the 21st century, are just some of the things that make Abu Dhabi a futuristic centre.

8 mins

zambezi come zambezi go

 journey to southern africa for unique encounters with wildlife along the shores of the zambezi – and possible sightings of a mysterious river monster.

9 mins

Echoes of Japan's past

Niigata prefecture is steeped in history and traditions that makes it a surprising yet enticing holiday spot for history buffs.

7 mins

Extraordinary places to stay

At the mere mention of bucket lists, people think of experiences to accomplish during a lifetime. But bucket lists sometimes include places to visit, and even some lust-worthy hotels too.

4 mins

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Lonely Planet Asia Magazine Description:

A whole new world of travel experiences await in Lonely Planet Asia – learn about history, encounter new cultures, watch wildlife, sample different cuisines and more by just flicking through our pages. Through spectacular images and evocative writing, Lonely Planet Asia inspires readers to explore new destinations as well as look at familiar ones through fresh eyes. With the addition of handy travel tips from Lonely Planet’s famed guidebooks, Lonely Planet Asia aims to be a motivational and practical must-read travel publication.