Lonely Planet Yucatan

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FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO GET OFF THE BEATEN PATH!

Lonely Planet Yucatan
Ray Bartlett , and Daniel Schechter
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The cradle of the Maya civilization, a land of mystery and magic, YucatÃ¡n stands proud as one of Mexico's most unique regions. Charge into rain forest adventures, explore the legacy of the enigmatic Maya, check out the secret corners of colonial cities, or simply do that whole `Mexico, sit on the beach with a Corona' thing. No stone is left unturned - from CancÃºn to Cozumel and everywhere in-between - in this comprehensive and informed guide.

MI QUERIDO YUCATÃN - candid local interviews reveal the history and culture of this region in living color

BEAT THE CROWDS - expert tips and informed itineraries get you to the unexplored corners of this dynamic and ever-evolving region

HOT SPOT - get deep into modern Maya culture in Chiapas and Tabasco with our new regional chapter

TRAVEL BACK - explore the history and rites of the Maya with unmatched historic coverage and informed cultural features

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FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO GET OFF THE BEATEN PATH!.......2006-12-16

If you are familiar with the Lonely Planet series you know what this book is about, and as with the other LP guides I found it very helpful during my trip. Lots of great info for the traveler who likes to explore off the beaten path and the economy minded traveler. Very helpful info concerning the ruin sites. Made my hole trip great! The only sad part was my visit to Playa Del Carmen. Last time I was there was over ten years ago when it was a small village with unpaved streets, now it has grown into a small version of Cancun. Oh! one other bit of advice, check out "TOURIST IN THE YUCATAN" cool thriller! A Tourist In The Yucatan

Lonely Planet Guatemala, Belize & Yucatan LA Ruta Maya (Lonely Planet Belize, Guatemala & Yucatan)

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Lonely Planet Guatemala, Belize & Yucatan
The straight stuff
THE BEST FOR TRAVEL IN THE YUCATAN

Lonely Planet Guatemala, Belize & Yucatan LA Ruta Maya (Lonely Planet Belize, Guatemala & Yucatan)
Tom Brosnahan , and Nancy Keller
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From Antarctica to Zimbabwe, if you're going there, chances are Lonely Planet has been there first. With a pithy and matter-of-fact writing style, these guides are guaranteed to calm the nerves of first-time world travelers, while still listing off-the-beaten-path finds sure to thrill even the most jaded globetrotters. Lonely Planet has been perfecting its guidebooks for nearly 30 years and as a result, has the experience and know-how similar to an older sibling's "been there" advice. The original backpacker's bible, the LP series has recently widened its reach. While still giving insights for the low-budget traveler, the books now list a wide range of accommodations and itineraries for those with less time than money.

Whether you're packing your snorkel to explore Palancar Reef (the second-longest barrier reef in the world), stocking extra film to explore the Toltec-Maya roots of Chichén Itzá, or toting your hiking boots to the volcanoes of Guatemala, this practical guide will help you get where you want to go. It features more than 100 maps; useful cultural, biological, and geographical footnotes; places to stay and eat for any budget; overviews of the major Mayan archaeological sites; and a handy glossary of Spanish and Mayan terms. This book also covers Chiapas, Tobasco, and the incredible ruins of Copán in Honduras. --Kathryn True

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100 Maps

Customer Reviews:

Lonely Planet Guatemala, Belize & Yucatan.......2001-01-21

While being a good general guide it is not, as others seem to believe, for those of you interested in getting "off the beaten path". You will end up visiting the same sites as the rest of the thousands that have purchased this book and others like it. Also, keep in mind that this book has not been updated in three years and is not to be relied upon heavily. I do believe the Lonely Planet series is quite helpful, but remember that you are the true judge of what you see and experience.

The straight stuff.......2000-05-25

This guide is packed with a ton of great info. This book is indespensible for those traveling off the beaten path in the Yucatan, from the colonial cities to Mayan pyramids hidden in the jungle. With out this book I would have missed what became some of the highlights of my trip!

THE BEST FOR TRAVEL IN THE YUCATAN.......2000-04-25

My husband and I used this book on both of our trips to Mexico and found it fabulous. Detailed maps of the major cities. It helped us get through Cancun, Chetumal and Merida which are difficult on your own - driving or walking. This book gave hotels and restaurants for all travel budgets and if ever in Merida, I recommend the Hotel Trinidad Galleria. Quite a sight! Also detailed the ruins and gave some background. This book gave good tips for traveling to other countries too. Highly recommended for Mexico traveling.

Lonely Planet Belize, Guatemala and Yucatan

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Perfect for my trip
Practical but a bit flawed
I Wouldn't Even Give it ONE Star...
I agree Very out of date!
Informative but prices are off

Lonely Planet Belize, Guatemala and Yucatan
Conner Gorry , Danny Palmerlee , and Lucas Vidgen
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ASIN: 1741040159

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Composed of Guatemala, Belize and a handful of Mexican states, La Ruta Maya inspires wanderlust with its traditional customs, phenominal Mayan sites, hedonistic beaches, superb diving and amazing wildlife. Whether you crave jungle-shrouded pyramids, adrenaline-pumping river trips or spectacular caves dripping with stalactites, our authoritative guide takes you deep into the heart of this exciting region.

• UNRAVEL THE PAST - written by an expert in the field, our chapter on ancient Mayan culture tells all • STAY ON TRACK - 128 user-friendly maps plus themed itineraries to help you plan the perfect journey • RELAX IN STYLE - from palapas to jungle ecolodges, accommodations to suit every budget and taste • TALK THE TALK - earn smiles from the locals with our handy Spanish and Mayan language chapter • GO BEYOND - in-depth coverage of the outstanding ruins of Copán in Honduras

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Perfect for my trip.......2007-06-08

I flew into Belize, took the bus up to Chetumal, Mexico on the border, then took the bus all the way down south into Guatemala (by boat). This book is ragged from me using it so much. Others borrowed it also. I wish it were a little more up to date.

Practical but a bit flawed .......2006-06-28

This Lonely Planet travel guide is valuable but flawed. Like the best Lonely Planet books, this November 2004 edition is concise, readable, and puts vital travel information at your fingertips. There's much information for budget travelers on local customs, possible hazards, changing currency, low-cost accommodations, transportation, getting to and from airports and bus terminals, etc. But this edition has a few weaknesses, which is not what you need when far from home. Several reviewers have noted that this guide has much out-of-date information on Belize. The book falls short in the maps department as well. A couple tiny maps could be added to show small towns near popular destinations to help travelers avoid getting off their bus at the wrong stop. The only map of Guatemala City doesn't show Zona 13 south of the airport where many hostels and cheap hotels are located. Also, the book warns about colder nights in the highlands but doesn't specify temperatures - a windbreaker was sufficient for a June visit.

Lonely Planet is usually a top-notch choice for backpackers and budget travelers, but this one falls a bit short in some areas.

I Wouldn't Even Give it ONE Star..........2004-12-10

This book is more than disappointing...
I used to have a lot of respect for Lonely Planet, as they took pride in sharing information for the average traveler about places that were usually off the beaten path.

However, I did not realize that they have stopped actually visiting these destinations.

I live on Caye Caulker, Belize.

The NEW book, which is their first reprint in over 4 years...has not been updated. They mention a grocery store that has been closed since 1999. They mention a deli that has been closed since 2000. The do NOT mention one new business....besides one restaurant. It is obvious Lonely Planet did not send one writer to Caye Caulker, Belize.

If they didn't take time to visit Caye Caulker ONCE in over 4 years, I can only assume the rest of the book is absolute garbage as well.

For a real Travel Book for Belize, check out Rough Guide by Peter Eltringham. He actually sends scouts out to every location before he visits. He does this to ensure that every place has a fair shot...and that they write about a real experience, not one based on a hotel or restaurant putting on a show for a known writer. Peter's writers do not announce they are writers.

That is what a real travel book should be.

Lonely Planet needs to quit relying on their name to sell books. Their information is completely outdated, and not worth your money.

Wendy Casson
www.belizecayecaulker.net

I agree Very out of date!.......2004-06-25

I agree with the earlier reviewers this guide is way out of date, prices are not even close, and places that no longer exsist. This might have been a good guide a few years ago but I would not rely on it today!

Informative but prices are off.......2004-05-23

Lonely Planet guides are my favorite because they are thorough, informative, give lots of good info for reasonably priced traveling, and identify tons of both customary and adventurous things to do and see. This holds true for this edition however, I found that the prices were significantly higher than the book stated, the water taxi times had changed, and a car rental company mentioned did not have service in Belize-not too accurate.

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Not perfect, but we'd have been lost without it.
Lonely Planet Yucatan rocks!!
Not so great
Lonley Planet Yucatan 2nd Ed
Shorter by a third

Lonely Planet Yucatan
Ben Greensfelder
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Not perfect, but we'd have been lost without it........2006-10-10

This was a great help backpacking around the Yucatan and beyond. Most of the info paid off - particularly with regards to the cheap hotels - but don't forget, prices change in the time it takes to write and print a book like this! If there was a down side, it's that it didn't explain just how awful some of the public transport systems truly are - it's truly murder trying to get to some places, even the big ones like Chichen Itza, at times. There was enough info on the places without going overboard and the maps were decent enough to follow. This was way above the other guides we checked out, so I doubt it'll disappoint.

Lonely Planet Yucatan rocks!!.......2006-08-26

I chose this book from 10 or more books I browsed in the bookstore. It was sooooo useful once I got there. Every place highly recommended by the book was definitely worth going. The only caution is that the price of food, etc., has increased quite a lot.

I would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to see Yucatan for snorkeling/diving and mayan pyramids.

Not so great.......2005-03-15

this guide leaves out a lot of things. You need more detailed info abhout getting around and where to eat and stuff. I think it's pretty outdated too. they pay too much attention on Cancun and less on the rest of the Riviera.

Lonley Planet Yucatan 2nd Ed.......2004-04-05

We are big fans of the first edition of this guide - and were anxious for the new version to become available - since many places in the Yucatan are changing vbery quickly.

The 2nd edition is a major disappointment as instead of new information, it just looks like any out-of-date information was removed - nothing new added. This is especially disappointing since Playa del Carmen, and Tulum - two areas that were well written and useful in the earlier edition, are changing so much.

I recommend getting the first edition if you can - it is much more comprehensive.

This is the first Lonley Planet Guide we have even been disappointed with. I hope a new and better edition will come soon.

Shorter by a third.......2004-02-15

I bought this last week after using the first edition on a previous trip. I was quite surprised to find it had been cut down by nearly 100 pages. This is now the slimmest guidebook for the area by far. Only five places to eat listed in Tulum, ten places to eat in Playa del Carmen, and only a few paragraphs on some of the Mayan sites. It's still probably more reliable than the other guidebooks for those on a budget, but don't get this expecting to find loads of in-depth information.

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The Yucatán peninsula is the place to go for majestic Mayan temples, tranquil white-sand beaches and wild nightlife. From Cancún's nonstop indulgences to Mérida's colonial elegance to Cozumel's world-class dive sites, this in-depth guide will help you discover Yucatán's many treasures. <ul>

places to stay and eat - from budget cabañas and cantinas on the beach to high-class resorts </li>

coverage of parks where you can visit colonies of red flamingos and frolic with dolphins </li>

walking tours and driving routes </li>

intriguing and helpful Menu Guide </li>

36 detailed maps </li></ul>

Customer Reviews:

Good Reference, as usual........2003-07-04

I got this book when I first came to Yucatan, a year ago. I have lived here ever since. This book is a great resource, as are most of the LP books. Definitely worth getting.

I live in Merida now and love it...

Good overall guide for the region.......2003-03-31

I've used Lonely Planet guides for 20-odd countries and found this one to be solid and reliable for my recent trip there. As usual, this one has its quirks, but the problems were pretty minor. It hasn't gotten very dated yet, so most of the prices and transportation options are still on track--except for the fact that collectivos were seldom mentioned on the routes I was traveling, even though they were hard to miss. Good background info on the Mayan ruins and local culture.

Tim Leffel, author of The World's Cheapest Destinations

Great information.......2002-05-10

I really enjoyed this book & it was a bona fide companion during my trip to Cancun/Merida. Lots of useful information, especially the technical stuff (e.g., safety precautions, medical/immunization, currency exchange & banks/money...) A huge plus is the upgrades, which are avaliable on-line (although I actually consulted the "Mexico" & "Belize, Guatemala, Ycatan" updates; turns out there was not much in terms of my trip, but the resource is fabulous for other travel destinations). One big bummer is the maps. They're adequate but really quite boring to read & they take some getting used to.

A Semester Abroad in the Yucatan.......2001-07-10

I am a college student who lived in Merida, capital of the Yucatan state, for 3 1/2 months with 16 other students through Centre College. Much of our time was spent with our host families or traveling to different parts of Mexico and South America, but I was given this book as a Christmas present before I left. Each weekend during our stay was a 3-day weekend, so we spent much of our time exploring the peninsula and the Caribbean. This book, while a little Cancun-heavy, is a definite must for anyone spending a short or long period of time in this area of Mexico. It guides you to any accomodations and activities you might find interesting, and it outlines everything in an easy-to-find and understand manner. There were so many times we were "those tourists," clutching what we referred to as the "Yucatan Bible" while wandering around places unknown and using this book as a guide. It's completely indispensible, not to mention the fact that Mr. Doggett is a phenomenal author who managed to find humor in everything, from spectacular wonders the Yucatan has to offer to warnings and dangers. It is a definite must...don't leave your hotel without it!

THIS IS THE GOOD STUFF!!!!.......2000-08-31

JUST BACK FROM THE YUCATAN AND THIS BOOK WAS INDESPENSIBLE! IT TOOK ME TO THE LITTLE SPECIAL OUT OF THE WAY PLACES I NEVER WOULD HAVE FOUND ON MY OWN. THIS IS THE BOOK FOR THE INDEPENDENT TRAVELER.

Lonely Planet Guatemala, Belice Y Yucatan (Lonely Planet Guatemala, Belice Y Yucatan/Guatemala, Belize and Yucatan (Spanish))

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Lonely Planet Guatemala, Belice Y Yucatan (Lonely Planet Guatemala, Belice Y Yucatan/Guatemala, Belize and Yucatan (Spanish))
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Lonely Planet LA Ruta Maya, Yucatan, Guatemala and Belize (Lonely Planet Travel Guides)

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Guatemala, Belize & Yucatan (La ruta Maya

Lonely Planet LA Ruta Maya, Yucatan, Guatemala and Belize (Lonely Planet Travel Guides)
Tom Brosnahan
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Guatemala, Belize & Yucatan (La ruta Maya.......2000-06-16

Good book,(*****) Save me hundred of dollars in tour guides, hotels and places that even a regular tourist never knew that existed.Is a shame that they don't print a new edition, I'm triying to buy another as spare, for my futures trips to that wonderful area, lot of history and culture. you can trust Tom Brosnahan with your eyes closed, belived, you never be lost if you carry this book. Jose J. Valle. Cosmopolis,Washington,U.S.A

Yucatan E Chiapas (Lonely Planet Travel Guides)

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