Books by Jason Ruffin

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:

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Lonely Planet Florida

by David Gibb, Terry Ward, Sarah Etinas, Jesse Scott, Jason Ruffin, Jason Scott

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Florida.

Discover Florida's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from heading to Miami's beautiful, laid-back Crandon Beach Park for amazing views of the Magic City skyline; to losing yourself in immersive rides at Universal Orlando Resort; and losing yourself in true Florida wilderness at the Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge.

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

• Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Florida effortlessly
• Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
• Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
• Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of [DESTINATION]
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, to Interactive Wand Spots in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
• Connect with Floridian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
• Covers: Miami; The Everglades & Biscayne National Park; Florida Keys & Key West; Southeast Florida; Orlando & Walt Disney World (R); The Space Coast; Northeast Florida; Tampa Bay & the Southwest; The Panhandle

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