Books by Sandra Bao

Lonely Planet Buenos Aires (City Guide)

by Sandra Bao

Complemented by easy-to use, reliable maps, helpful recommendations, authoritative background information, and up-to-date coverage of things to see and do, these popular travel guides cover in detail countries, regions, and cities around the world for travelers of every budget, along with extensive itineraries, maps with cross-referencing to the text, "Top 10" and "Top 5" lists, and other practical features.

Lonely Planet Argentina

by Andrew Dean Nystrom, Sandra Bao, Thomas Kohnstamm, Danny Palmerlee, Lucas Vidgen

Complemented by easy-to use, reliable maps, helpful recommendations, authoritative background information, and up-to-date coverage of things to see and do, these popular travel guides cover in detail countries, regions, and cities around the world for travelers of every budget, along with extensive itineraries, maps with cross-referencing to the text, "Top 10" and "Top 5" lists, and other practical features.

Argentina

by Sandra Bao, Lucas Vidgen, Bridget Gleeson, Andy Symington, Gregor Clark (Travel writer), Lonely Planet Publications (Firm), Carolyn Marie McCarthy

#1 best-selling guide to Argentina*

Lonely Planet Argentinais your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Experience the vivid nightlife of Buenos Aires, be deafened by the awe-inspiring Iguazu Falls, watch the slide of icebergs in Patagonia; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Argentina and begin your journeynow!

Inside Lonely Planet ArgentinaTravel Guide:

• Full-colour maps and images throughout
• Highlightsand itinerarieshelp you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
• Insider tipsto save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
• Essential infoat your fingertips- hours of operation, phonenumbers, websites, transit tips, prices
• Honest reviews for all budgets- eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
• Cultural insightsgive you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - daily life, music, literature, cinema, outdoor activities, environment, cuisine
• Free, convenient pull-outBuenos Aires map(included in print version), plus over 80 colour maps
• CoversBuenos Aires, Bariloche, the Lake District, Cordoba, the Central Sierras, Iguazu Falls, Mendoza, the Central Andes, The Pampas, Patagonia, Salta, Tierra del Fuego and more

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Argentina,our most comprehensive guide to Argentina, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled.

• Looking for a guide focused on Buenos Aires? Check out Lonely Planet Buenos Airesfor a comprehensive look at all the city has to offer.

Authors:Written and researched by Lonely Planet.

About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves.

*Source: Nielsen BookScan. Australia, UK and USA

Western USA

by Sara Benson, Sandra Bao, Amy C Balfour, Greg Ward, Becky Ohlsen

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher

Lonely Planet Western USA is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Watch Old Faithful at Yellowstone National Park, wander through the diverse neighborhoods of San Francisco, or marvel at the Grand Canyon; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Western USA and begin your journey now!

Inside Lonely Planet's Western USA Travel Guide:

• Color maps and images throughout
• Highlights and 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 info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
• Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
• Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, Native American culture, Western cuisine, arts & architecture, land & wildlife
• Over 35 color maps
• Covers California, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Pacific Northwest, Rocky Mountains, Southwest, Las Vegas and more

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Western USA, our most comprehensive guide to Western USA, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less traveled

• Looking for a guide focused on Los Angeles and San Francisco? Check out Lonely Planet's Los Angeles and San Francisco guides for a comprehensive look at all these cities have to offer; or Pocket Los Angeles and Pocket San Francisco, handy-sized guides focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip.
• Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's USA guide for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer.
• Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's California guide for a comprehensive look at all the state has to offer.

About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveler community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travelers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves.

Lonely Planet South America on a shoestring (Travel Guide)

by Regis St. Louis, Sandra Bao, Lonely Planet, Tom Masters, Lucas Vidgen, Kevin Raub, Alex Egerton, Gregor Clark, Carolyn McCarthy, Celeste Brash, Phillip Tang, Brian Kluepfel, Paul Smith

#1 best-selling guide to South America *
Lonely Planet South America on a Shoestringis your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to skip, what hidden discoveries await you, and how to optimize your budget for an extended continental trip. Drift between river towns in the Amazon, shake it in Rio de Janeiro or hustle for traditional crafts in Ecuador all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of South America and begin your journey now!
Inside Lonely Planet's South America on a Shoestring Travel Guide: Color maps and images throughout Highlights and 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 info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Budget-oriented recommendations with honest reviews - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, lifestyle, arts, religion, outdoor activities, cuisine, sports, environment, politics Over 170 maps Covers Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela and more
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet South America on a Shoestring is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less traveled. Looking for just a few of the destinations included in this guide? Check out Lonely Planet Argentina, Brazilor Chile & Easter Island, our most comprehensive guides that cover South America's top sights and offbeat experiences.
Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet, Regis St Louis, Sandra Bao, Celeste Brash, Gregor Clark, Alex Egerton, Brian Kluepfel, Tom Masters, Carolyn McCarthy, Kevin Raub, Paul Smith, Phillip Tang, Lucas Vidgen
About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveler community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travelers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves.
*Best-selling guide to South America. Source: Nielsen BookScan. Australia, UK and USA.

Discover USA (Travel Guide)

by Sara Benson, Sandra Bao, Lonely Planet, Zora O'Neill, Amy C Balfour, Adam Karlin, Kevin Raub, Karla Zimmerman, Brendan Sainsbury, Becky Ohlsen

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher
Lonely Planet's Discover USA is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Be awed by the Grand Canyon, revel in the glitz and glamour of New York City, or eat your way through the diverse cuisines of New Orleans; all with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of the USA and begin your journey now!
Inside Lonely Planet's Discover USA: Full-color images throughout Highlights and 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 info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, art, literature, music, cinema, architecture, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, wine, outdoor adventures, Native American culture, sports Easy-to-use color maps to help you navigate your destination Covers New York City, Washington, DC, Chicago, New Orleans, Florida, California, the Grand Canyon, and more
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Discover USA, our easy-to-use guide, filled with inspiring and colorful photos, focuses on the USA's most popular attractions for those looking for the best of the best. Looking for a comprehensive guide that recommends both popular and offbeat experiences, and extensively covers all the country has to offer? Check out Lonely Planet's USA guide. Looking for a guide for New York City, San Francisco, Los Angeles, or Washington, DC? Check out Lonely Planet's New York City, San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Diego & Southern California and Washington, DC, comprehensive guides that cover both top and offbeat experiences. Or check out Pocket New York City, Pocket San Francisco, Pocket Los Angeles or Pocket Washington, DC, handy-sized guides focused on the can't-miss sights for quick trips. Or check out Make My Day New York City, Make My Day San Francisco, or Make My Day Washington, DC, uniquely interactive guides that allow you to effortlessly plan your itinerary by flipping, mixing and matching top sights.
Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet.
About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveler community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travelers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves.