Books by Joel Balsam

Lonely Planet Mexico 18 (Travel Guide)

by Ray Bartlett, Regis St. Louis, Kate Armstrong, Nellie Huang, Liza Prado, Phillip Tang, John Hecht, Anna Kaminski, Joel Balsam

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Mexico.
Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from beach-hopping the many azure bays that extend from La Paz, to walking the jungle trail to reach Altavista, and watching cliff divers in Acapulco.
Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Mexico 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 Mexico 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 Teotihuacán, Tulum Ruins, and El Chepe Railway Special features on exploring ancient ruins, Mexico’s Día de Muertos, and the Mexican food scene 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 Mexican culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Mexico City Covers: Mexico City, Around Mexico City, Veracruz, Yucatán Peninsula, Chiapas & Tabasco, Oaxaca, Central Pacific Coast, Western Central Highlands, Northern Central Highlands, Baja Peninsula, Copper Canyon & Northern Mexico

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

Lonely Planet Southwest USA 9 (Travel Guide)

by Amy C Balfour, Jade Bremner, Joel Balsam, Michael Benanav, Jay Jones

Lonely Planet's Southwest USA is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Marvel at the Grand Canyon, experience unbeatable nightlife in Las Vegas and visit world-class museums in Santa Fe; all with your trusted travel companion.

Inside Lonely Planet's Southwest USA Travel Guide:

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

Itineraries help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interests
Local insights give 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 travelers, LGBTQIA+ travelers, family travelers and accessible travel

Colour maps and images throughout
Language - essential phrases and language tips

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

Covers Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico and Utah



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).

'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)

Lonely Planet France 14 (Travel Guide)

by Steve Fallon, Christopher Pitts, Regis St. Louis, Ryan Ver Berkmoes, Mark Elliott, Stuart Butler, Jean-Bernard Carillet, Catherine Le Nevez, Gregor Clark, Nicola Williams, Celeste Brash, Anita Isalska, Oliver Berry, Alexis Averbuck, Daniel Robinson, Joel Balsam

Lonely Planet's Franceis your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore Bordeaux's wineries, lose yourself in Paris, or reach new heights in the French Alps; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of France and begin your journey now!
Inside Lonely Planet's FranceTravel Guide:
Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020’s COVID-19 outbreak
NEW pull-out, passport-size 'Just Landed' card with wi-fi, ATM and transport info - all you need for a smooth journey from airport to hotel
Improved planning tools for family travellers - where to go, how to save money, plus fun stuff just for kids
What's New feature taps into cultural trends and helps you find fresh ideas and cool new areas our writers have uncovered
Colour maps and images throughout
Highlightsand itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
Essential infoat your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics
Over 55 maps
Covers Brittany, Normandy, Lille, Flanders & the Somme, Paris, Ile de France, Champagne, Alsace & Lorraine, Bordeaux, Nantes & the Atlantic Coast, French Basque Country, the Pyrenees, Toulouse, Dordogne, Limousin & the Lot, Auvergne, Burgundy, French Alps, Jura Mountains, Lyon, Rhone Valley, Languedoc-Roussillon, Provence, Monaco, Cote d'Azur, Corsica

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's France, our most comprehensive guide to France, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled.
Looking for just the highlights? Check out Best of France, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights.
For a quick trip to Paris, check out Pocket Paris, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip.
About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day.
'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' – New York Times
'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' – Fairfax Media (Australia)

Lonely Planet American's South

by Regis St. Louis, Lonely Planet, Bailey Freeman, Mara Vorhees, Amy C Balfour, Adam Karlin, Kevin Raub, Mary Fitzpatrick, Stephen Lioy, Joel Balsam, Robert Isenberg, David Gibb, Terry Ward, Rachel Chang, Meena Thiruvengadam, Emily Matchar, Dale Blasingame, Sarah Etinas, Caroline Eubanks, Jesse 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 USA's South.

Discover USA's South's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from getting back to nature and hiking up mist-shrouded peaks in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park; to exploring Miami's 1930's architectural glamour and old-fashioned eateries in Mid-Beach; and dancing the night away to world-class jazz in New Orleans.

Build a trip to rememberwith Lonely Planet'sUSA's South 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 USA's South 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
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights
• 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 USA's South's culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
• Covers: North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas, Louisiana, South Florida, Atlantic Coast, Southwest Florida, Central Florida, Florida Panhandle

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

Lonely Planet Best Road Trips France Detailed Itineraries | Travel Like a Local | Insider Tips | Covers Paris, Normandy, Loire Valley, Provence, and More

by Steve Fallon, Christopher Pitts, Regis St. Louis, Ryan Ver Berkmoes, Tasmin Waby, Mark Elliott, Stuart Butler, Jean-Bernard Carillet, Catherine Le Nevez, Gregor Clark, Nicola Williams, Celeste Brash, Anita Isalska, Oliver Berry, Alexis Averbuck, Daniel Robinson, Joel Balsam

Lonely Planet's Best Road TripsFrancereveals 38 incredible escapes -with maps - so you can experience the freedom of the open road.

Get ready for a road trip like no other and discover unforgettable drives across France that range from 2-day escapes to multi-week adventures, from touring picturesque villages and majestic châteaux, to tasting world-famous red and white wines on an adventure through Burgundy, and cruising alongside Corsica's breathtaking coast.

InsideLonely Planet's Best Road Trips France:

• Discover 38 open road escapes that range from 2 days to 3 weeks
• Each route featured includes easy-to-use maps, detailed directions and tips about when to go, duration, distance, and how to link your trip to other drives
• Find the top stops and experiences as well as fun photo opportunities along the way
• 'Our Picks' section highlights the best: beautiful villages, indulgent wine tasting, historic sites, arts & culture, the great outdoors
• Local travel experts share why they love each trip
• Essential 'Toolkit' on arriving, hiring the right car for your trip, getting around, local driving laws, accommodation, health and safety, and more
• Covers: Paris & Northeastern France; Normandy & Brittany; Loire Valley & Central France; Alps, Jura & Rhône Valley; Provence & Southeast France; Pyrenees & Southwest France; Atlantic Coast

Hit the road with Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips France and discover breathtaking drives that offer a precious window into this very special country.

Georgia, Armenia & Azerbaijan

by Tom Masters, Joel Balsam, Jan Kowalski

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Georgia, Armenia & Azerbaijan.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from visiting Georgia's Truso Valley for a hike past majestic scenery to riding a cable car to the tiny village of Tatev, and seeing Tsminda Sameba Church in the South Caucasus with its extraordinary hilltop location.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Georgia, Armenia & Azerbaijan 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 Georgia, Armenia & Azerbaijan 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 inside Baku's Old City, Shahdag National Park, and the Palace of Shaki Khans
• Special features on capital city walking tours, Caucasus history explained, food and drink 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 South Caucasus culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps
• Covers Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Georgia, Armenia & Azerbaijan.

Western Balkans

by Peter Dragicevich, Anja Mutic, Mark Baker, Vesna Maric, Brana Vladisavljevic, Joel Balsam, Virginia DiGaetano, Lucie Grace, Isabel Putinja, Iva Roze

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

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from visiting the enchanting 2500-year-old ruins of Butrint to swimming in the emerald waters of Bosnia & Hercegovina's Kravica Waterfall, and discovering amazing wine and olive oil on the Dalmatian coast.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Western Balkans 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 Western Balkans 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 and explore one of the world's biggest Roman edifices: Diocletian's Palace, or meander around North macedonia's churches
• Special features on the best national parks, Dubrovnik walking tour, outdoor activity 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 Balkan culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps
• Covers Albania, Bosnia & Hercegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, Montenegro, Serbia, Slovenia

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