Author(s): Regis St Louis, Mark Baker, Ray Bartlett, Cristian Bonetto, David Eimer, Anthony Ham, Stephen Lioy, Karyn Noble, Nanjala Nyabola, Jack Palfrey, Kevin Raub, Anu Taranath, Brana Vladisavljevic, Jenny Walker

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Welcome to our amazing planet in the latest edition of The World: the definitive guide to every country on Earth. From the shimmering white-sands of Anguila to Zimbabwe's spectacular national parks; discover where and when to go, top experiences, and new insights from local voices - all in a handy A-Z format - to inspire your next big adventure.

Embark on a wildlife spotting night tour through Australia's lush green Daintree Rainforest; sink into a hot spring at the base of Volcan Arenal in Costa Rica; take a tour of Japan's exquisite and meditative temples in Kyoto; or discover cutting edge architecture and Gaudi masterpieces in Spain's buzzing Barcelona. This epic guide offers the ultimate snapshot of over 200 countries, featuring newenlightening insights and recommendations from locals, and a seasonal chart to help you decide when best to visit. Explore the unmissable experiences within each destination; get to know the heritage and culture of every place; and start planning your next trip.

Inside the new edition ofThe World:

• An easy-to-navigate A-Z format provides a fascinating peek at every country in the world


• Engaging "If you like.." themed features direct readers to their dream travel experience with ease, from beach paradises to cultural festivals, natural wonders, and more. 


• Regional itineraries from 2 months to 6 months offer travellers the chance to consider longer journeys with details on how to explore a multitude of landscapes


• Expert insider knowledge throughout with insightful suggestionson when to go, how to get there, seasonal weather charts, places to eat and drink, transport links, best things to do, and "I live here" boxes from locals


• Handy summaries accompany every destinationand detail the national flag, capital, population, size, and official languages


• Beautiful photography and locator maps give a flavour of each place


• Presented with a vibrant cover with new internal layouts that include refreshed imagery and more

Come and explore The World and unearth quirky details, awesome travel tips and mesmerising photos that bring each country in this impeccable compendium to life. This must-have guidebook makes the perfect gift for travellers in search of a new adventure, and is a wonderful self-purchase for anyone in need of some trip-planning inspiration.

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