Description
About the Book. Epic Drives of the World presents 50 road trips through landscapes across multiple continents. This hardcover edition from Lonely Planet combines travelogues with photographs and maps, suitable for those who view the road as more than just a connection between two places. A renowned coastal stretch or a mountain road can spark the beginning of an entirely new travel dream.
Contents. The selection ranges from the Kalahari and South Africa’s Panorama Route to California’s Pacific Coast Highway, Bolivia’s Salar de Uyuni, and Hawaii’s Hana Highway. In Asia, routes include the Ho Chi Minh Trail in Vietnam and trips in Nepal, Bhutan, and India. Europe offers examples from the Black Forest, Abruzzo, Croatia, Norway, and Iceland, while Australia and New Zealand feature several routes. Each main trip includes a personal narrative, an illustrated map, and practical travel information.
Who is this book suitable for? This hardcover book is suitable as a gift or as a collection of ideas to keep at home. You can read one story at a time, compare destinations, and note the trips you wish to explore further. Advice on timing, access, accommodation, and food provides a starting point when transitioning from dream to plan. The broad geographical coverage ensures the book can be revisited for various journeys, and the photographs also offer experiences for those who currently prefer to explore the world from an armchair.
From inspiration to your own plan. Before departure, use the guide to select experiences you truly desire and view them in the context of your entire trip. A plan with fewer stops can allow more time to get acquainted with each location. Browse with your travel companions, compare ideas, and find a balance between what you want to accomplish and what you want to have time to experience. Also, allow some days for breaks and detours. A physical book is convenient to return to when discussing the next leg of the journey. Revisit an idea you’ve noted, and let the plan evolve as you become familiar with the destination.
About the Edition. English book, published 2017. 328 pages. ISBN 9781786578648.
