Description
About the book. Secret Wonders of the World compiles 385 unusual places and sights from around the globe. Lonely Planet and Anita Isalska combine photographs, illustrations, and background stories for each location. This is a hardcover book published in July 2026, comprising 304 pages.
Content. The selection includes ghost towns, natural phenomena, and places with unique human histories. A Japanese island with numerous cats and caves with glowing worms in New Zealand are examples from the publisher’s presentation. The book also features itineraries and thematic top ten lists. The sample pages provided offer an introduction, a regional overview, and a spread on shipwrecks from various parts of the world.
Who is this book suitable for? For curious readers and travelers who enjoy discovering the unexpected and investigating the history behind a place. The book can be read from an armchair or used to gather ideas for future planning. Illustrations are by Lauren Crow, and the English text provides further background to the photographs. The numerous locations allow for free browsing, starting with any captivating motif.
From inspiration to your own plan. Use the guide before departure to select experiences you truly desire and see them in the context of the rest of your trip. A plan with fewer stops can allow more time to become acquainted with each location. Browse with your travel companions, compare ideas, and find a balance between what you wish to achieve and what you want time to experience. Allow space for breaks and detours. A physical book is excellent to return to when discussing the next leg of the journey. Revisit an idea you have noted and let the plan evolve as you become familiar with the destination.
About the Edition. English book, published 2026. 304 pages. ISBN 9781806532926.
