Books by Anthon Jackson

Lonely Planet Jordan

by Paul Stafford, Anthon Jackson, Jason Ruffin, Sanad Tabbaa

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Jordan.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from seeing the magnificent Rose City of Petra, to learning about Jordan's past through the ancient art of mosaic making, and bathing in the mineral rich waters of the Ma'in hot springs.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Jordan travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• Updated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Jordan and connect experiences together with ease
• Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Umm ar Rasas; the Dead Sea; and the Rose City of Petra
• Special features on Petra in detail; the Jordan Trail explained; Wadi Rum Protected Area guide
• Expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
• Connect with Jordanculture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps
• Covers: Amman; Jerash & the Jordan Valley; The Dead Sea Highway; Madaba & the King's Highway; Petra; Aqaba, Wadi Rum & the Desert Highway; Azraq & the Eastern Desert Highway

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Jordan.

Lonely Planet Middle East

by Steve Fallon, Paula Hardy, Virginia Maxwell, Mark Elliott, Jessica Lee, Jenny Walker, Lauren Keith, Paul Stafford, Anthon Jackson, Jason Ruffin, Sanad Tabbaa, Ismet Ersoy, Jennifer Hattam, Ömercan Kaçar, nidal majdalani, Owen Morton (Travel writer)

Lonely Planet's Middle Eastis our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Wonder at the enchanting Petra, visit Ancient Egyptian sites and explore the ruins of Persepolis; all with your trusted travel companion.

Inside Lonely Planet's Middle EastTravel Guide:

Lonely Planet's Top Picks- a visually inspiring collection of the destination's best experiences and where to have them

Itinerarieshelp you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interests
Local insightsgive you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - whether it's history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politics

Eating and drinking- get the most out of your gastronomic experience as we reveal the regional dishes and drinks you have to try

Toolkit- all of the planning tools for solo travellers, LGBTQIA+ travellers, family travellers and accessible travel

Colour mapsand images throughout
Language - essential phrases and language tips

Insider tipsto save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots

CoversEgypt, Iraq, Israel, Palestine, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Turkey

About Lonely Planet:

Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travellers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet).

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The Mini Rough Guide to Florence: Travel Guide with EBook

by Rough Guides, Anthon Jackson

This mini pocket Florence travel guidebook is perfect for travellers looking for essential information about Florence. It provides details on key places and main attractions, along with a selection of itineraries, recommendations for restaurants and top tips on how to make the most of your trip. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.

In this Florence guidebook, you will find:

• Curated recommendations of places - expert picks of main attractions, child-friendly activities and relaxing spots, plus where to take the best photos


• What's new, when to go and sustainable travel - all-new features direct you to what you need to know


• Things not to miss in Florence - Santa Croce, Palazzo Pitti and Giardino Di Boboli, the Duomo, the Accademia, Ponte Vecchio, the Uffizi, Santa Maria Novella, San Marco, San Lorenzo, Cappella Brancacci


• Three unique trip plans - itinerary suggestions for those on a short break, including one for a Perfect day


• Food and drink - recommendations for local specialities and the best dining experiences


• What to do in Florence - recommendations for entertainment, shopping, sports, children's activities, events and nightlife


• Practical information - how to get there and around, money, health and medical care, and tourist information


• Overview maps - handy maps on the inside cover flaps show Florence and around


• Italian section - basic vocabulary and phrases from the local language


• Striking pictures - inspirational colour photography throughout


• Free download of the eBook - available after purchase of the printed guidebook


• Coverage includes: Piazza del Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, the Bagello and Santa Croce, Piazza della Repubblica, San Lorenzo, San Marco, Santa Maria Novella, The Oltrarno

The Mini Rough Guide to Venice: Travel Guide with EBook

by Rough Guides, Anthon Jackson

This mini pocket Venice travel guidebook is perfect for travellers looking for essential information about Venice. It provides details on key places and main attractions, along with a selection of itineraries, recommendations for restaurants and top tips on how to make the most of your trip. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.

In this Venice guidebook, you will find:

• Curated recommendations of places - expert picks of main attractions, child-friendly activities and relaxing spots, plus where to take the best photos


• What's new, when to go and sustainable travel - all-new features direct you to what you need to know


• Things not to miss in Venice - The Rialto, Palazzo Ducale, Collezione Peggy Guggenheim, Scuola Grande di San Rocco, Basilica di San Marco, Murano, Bridge of Sighs, The Accademia, La Salute, The Grand Canal


• Three unique trip plans - itinerary suggestions for those on a short break, including one for a Perfect tour


• Food and drink - recommendations for local specialities and the best dining experiences


• What to do in Venice - recommendations for entertainment, shopping, sports, children's activities, events and nightlife


• Practical information - how to get there and around, money, health and medical care, and tourist information


• Overview maps - handy maps on the inside cover flaps show Venice and around


• Italian section - basic vocabulary and phrases from the local language


• Striking pictures - inspirational colour photography throughout


• Free download of the eBook - available after purchase of the printed guidebook


• Coverage includes: Basilica di San Marco, Piazza San Marco, Campanile di San Marco, Castello, Dorsoduro, The Accademia, San Polo and Santa Croce, The Rialto, Grand Canal, Murano, Burano

The Mini Rough Guide to Copenhagen: Travel Guide with EBook

by Rough Guides, Anthon Jackson

This mini pocket Copenhagen travel guidebook is perfect for travellers looking for essential information about Copenhagen. It provides details on key places and main attractions, along with a selection of itineraries, recommendations for restaurants and top tips on how to make the most of your trip. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.

In this Copenhagen guidebook, you will find:

• Curated recommendations of places - expert picks of main attractions, child-friendly activities and relaxing spots, plus where to take the best photos


• What's new, when to go and sustainable travel - all-new features direct you to what you need to know


• Things not to miss in Copenhagen - Christiansborg, Amalienborg Slot, Torvehallerne Market, Vor Frelsers Kirke, Nyhavn, Rosenborg Slot, Nationalmuseet, Roskilde, Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, Tivoli Gardens


• Three unique trip plans - itinerary suggestions for those on a short break, including one for a Perfect day


• Food and drink - recommendations for local specialities and the best dining experiences


• What to do in Copenhagen - recommendations for entertainment, shopping, sports, children's activities, events and nightlife


• Practical information - how to get there and around, money, health and medical care, and tourist information


• Overview maps - handy maps on the inside cover flaps show Copenhagen and around


• Danish section - basic vocabulary and phrases from the local language


• Striking pictures - inspirational colour photography throughout


• Free download of the eBook - available after purchase of the printed guidebook


• Coverage includes: Rådhuspladsen and Vesterbro, Strøget, Stotsholmen, University Quarter and parks, Nyhavn, Christianshavn and Holmen