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 lonely planet italy July 23, 2010
siireland
got this to travel from ireland to naples, down to sorrento, over to toarmina in sicily and fly home to ireland from trapani in sicily. in general it was very helpful, however, italy is quite a large country, so i found the detail on each place we visited was pretty limited. the mini maps and information on transport (what type there is and where it's located) was the best thing from this book, that alone was worth the price of the book i felt. the food and entertainment information could have been better. especially what to do on a night out.
Make sure you purchase the latest edition! June 28, 2010
Ned Middleton (British professional underwater photo-journalist & author)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Italy is a country steeped in ancient culture and, for the most part, it is a combination of that culture - both ancient and modern, the countryside and the people which visitors come to see. As with any foreign country, the visitor needs a guide book - especially one which is so well written it simply exudes ideas about where to go and what to visit. This book really is the only guide you will ever need.
By comparison to other guide books, I found this one far easier to follow. It really is user friendly. Just as France is far more than Paris and the Eiffel Tower, so Italy is also far more than Rome and the Coliseum and this book will give you the broadest possible outline for each of the main towns and cities in addition to the more famous attractions.
In my own case, I am often in some seaport looking for shipwrecks. Whilst the ships themselves are not included, almost all the local facilities are there to be found.
In short; Thoroughly recommended. Just make certain you purchase the latest edition.
NM
 Good for planning a trip. June 19, 2010
Antony (UK)
2 out of 4 found this review helpful
As you'd expect from a Lonely Planet guide book, stuffed full of information and suggestions for planning our holiday in Italy.
concise May 3, 2010
Fabio Borghesi (Rome, Italy)
0 out of 3 found this review helpful
a bit too concise...but what to do.
My Gfriend reported personal experience where lonely planet writers reviewed places without visiting them....so....anybody with same experience...?
i used to love Lonely Pl.
A guide to Italy before departure March 19, 2010
Pensioner John (Surrey UK)
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
We are regular purchasers of Lonely Planet guides for use when planning a trip and there.
This volumes appears to live up to their high standard and will make maximum use of our time away.
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