Seasonal Bestsellers: The Travel Books Shoppers are Reaching for this Christmas
As the festive season approaches and shoppers look for gifts that spark imagination and adventure, Lonely Planet spotlights four standout titles - Art Destinations, The Mediterranean, 100 Weekends in Europe and Epic Train Trips of the World. Each captures the spirit of discovery that readers are craving as they begin planning their 2026 travel adventures.
These front-list favourites are essential additions to your shelves this Christmas, as readers search for destinations to add to their travel list. Whether it is the allure of world-class art, sun-drenched coastlines, spontaneous European getaways, or immersive rail journeys, these titles make for the perfect gift for travellers and dreamers alike.
Art Destinations
Explore 70 extraordinary places where art shapes culture, community, and travel with Lonely Planet’s Art Destinations. This captivating, large format new title invites art lovers and curious travellers to discover the most inspiring art-infused locations across the globe.
From street murals that stop you in your tracks in Malaysia to iconic masterpieces in France, from the bustling galleries of Miami to the craft capital Guatemala, Art Destinations is the ultimate visual and cultural guide to the places where art is not just seen - but appreciated.
ISBN 9781837585182 | RRP GBP £32.99 I AUD $65.00 I NZD $65.00 I USD $45.00
The Mediterranean
Discover the definitive visual journey of the Mediterranean in this stunning photographic hardback that explores exciting cities, beautiful beaches and idyllic landscapes in southern Spain, the Adriatic and beyond.
Roam secret paradises in Ibiza, gaze at overlooked ancient ruins in Greece, explore souks in Morocco and embark on tranquil road trips along the Adriatic. With over 30 must-visit Mediterranean cities and islands to discover, plus 15 weekend-long road trip itineraries and beautiful photography throughout: this magnificent hardback presents the ultimate visual exploration of the world's most breathtaking regions.
ISBN 9781837585830 | RRP GBP £37.50 I AUD $70.00 I NZD $70.00 I USD $50.00
100 Weekends in Europe
Get closer to Europe - one weekend at a time - with this collection of 100 short trip itineraries with maps to feed your wanderlust and inspire your next getaway.
Discover Vienna’s vines, Umbria’s hilltop towns, and Oxford’s literary legends with 100 carefully plotted and mapped travel itineraries featuring epic escapes to discrete islands; hidden and unexpected sides of well-known destinations; fun family outdoor adventures; and cultural city breaks. What if you could escape more often? Explore new destinations, unearth local secrets, and make memories all year round - one weekend at a time.
ISBN 9781837583102 | RRP GBP £25.00 I AUD $49.99 I NZD $55.00 I USD $30.00
Epic Train Trips of the World
Discover the thrill of train travel with 200 amazing rail routes from Lonely Planet’s Epic Train Trips of the World. Continuing the collectible Epic series, this new addition will take readers on an incredible journey around the globe to explore the greatest railway experiences.
This beautifully designed coffee-table book has a train trip for everyone, as each rail route is broken down by category, allowing readers to choose from luxury, everyday and epic. Featuring 50 fascinating first-person stories of world-famous and lesser-known railway routes.
ISBN 9781837586141 | RRP GBP £29.99 I AUD $49.99 I NZD $55.00 I USD $40.00