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You won't want to miss this...pre-order Wild Earth, Rough Guides' stunning new coffee table book, from Waterstones and r...
28/07/2025

You won't want to miss this...pre-order Wild Earth, Rough Guides' stunning new coffee table book, from Waterstones and receive a huge 25% off the RRP! This offer is live NOW and runs online only til Thursday 31st July only - enter the code SUMMER25 at the checkout to bag your discount. Head over to http://waterstones.com/campaign/july-pre-order-offer 💻

Wild Earth is a celebration of the world's remaining wildernesses, packed with lavish photos and wanderlust inspiration. Out September 2025, but pre-order now for this fantastic discount.

NEW from Rough Guides this November: City Stories Paris Seasons and Berlin Seasons. Get under the skin of the world's gr...
25/07/2025

NEW from Rough Guides this November: City Stories Paris Seasons and Berlin Seasons. Get under the skin of the world's greatest cities with these original, collectable books, that invite you to explore Paris and Berlin through moments and seasons – not checklists or landmarks.

Keep your eyes peeled for an exclusive pre-release code next week!

NEW from Rough Guides this autumn: two unique and exclusive books that shine a light on the world's wildernesses and its...
24/07/2025

NEW from Rough Guides this autumn: two unique and exclusive books that shine a light on the world's wildernesses and its disappearing places. Coming in September and October.

Keep watching next week for an exclusive pre-order code!

08/07/2025

Breaking news! The Rough Guides bookshop discount has been extended until midnight on Friday 11th July! Stock up for summer with code 40JULY2025 and bag 40% off everything 📚

04/07/2025

PSA! Start planning your summer getaway today, with 40% off all our travel guidebooks when you use the code 40JULY2025.

But hurry, the offer's only valid til 9th July! Head to our bookshop now ➡️ https://shop.roughguides.com/

🌍 Discover Undiscovered Portugal: 7 Hidden Gems Off the Tourist Trail 🚗✨Tired of crowded hotspots? Portugal has a secret...
01/06/2025

🌍 Discover Undiscovered Portugal: 7 Hidden Gems Off the Tourist Trail 🚗✨

Tired of crowded hotspots? Portugal has a secret side—untouched landscapes, medieval villages, and wild coastlines waiting to be explored. 🇵🇹 Here are 7 off-the-radar destinations to escape the crowds and experience the real Portugal:

1️⃣ Marvão, Alentejo
Perched on a rocky ridge near Spain, this fortified village offers panoramic views and ancient stone lanes frozen in time. 🏰✨ Perfect for history lovers & photographers!

2️⃣ Trilho dos Pescadores (Fishermen’s Trail)
Walk for hours along deserted cliffs, spotting wildlife and surfers instead of crowds. � Start in Porto Côvo and end at Cabo de São Vicente.

3️⃣ Western Algarve (Beyond Faro!)
Skip the tourist hubs—Odeceixe has a dreamy river beach, surf spots, and hiking trails. 🌊🚴♂️

4️⃣ Kayak the Mondego Valley
Paddle past vineyards, kingfishers, and small rapids en route to Coimbra. 🚣‍♂️🍇 A nature lover’s paradise!

5️⃣ Sortelha
A tiny medieval village built into granite boulders—only one café, zero crowds. ☕🏰 Pure magic!

6️⃣ Peneda-Gerês National Park
Portugal’s only national park = waterfalls, mountain hikes & wild swimming. 🌲💦

7️⃣ Montesinho Natural Park
Where wolves roam & villages still speak their own dialect. 🐺 Portugal’s most remote escape.

🚀 Ready to explore? Skip the planning—our tailor-made Portugal trips handle everything for you! ✈️📅

👉 Tag a travel buddy who needs to see this!

📖 Full guide: https://www.roughguides.com/article/undiscovered-portugal-get-off-the-tourist-trail/?utm_source=facebook

25/05/2025

🇮🇹 *Italy’s 3 Must-Do Experiences in 2025* (Beyond the Obvious)

🍷 1. Tuscan Sunset Wine Tour (Yes, it’s classic - but do it right!)

Skip crowded Chianti tours → hidden vineyards near Montepulciano

Pair with pecorino cheese + nonna-made pici pasta

🏰 2. Sleep in a Puglian Trullo (For a totally different vibe!)

These ancient stone huts in Alberobello feel straight out of a fairy tale

🍝 3. Venice’s Secret Cicchetti Bars (Where locals actually eat!)

🍤 Cantina Do Mori (oldest wine bar in Venice)

🧀 Osteria alle Testiere (book months ahead!)

📽️ Love Tuscany? Watch Irene’s video for her favorite hidden spots!
https://shop.roughguides.com/enquiry/expectations?last_attribution=facebook&country=italy

👇 Which one’s calling your name?

24/05/2025

🌿 Costa Rica in 2025? Yes. Here’s Why.

Adventure and relaxation? Check. Wildlife and beaches? Check. Sustainable travel and epic local culture? Double check.

✅ Sloth spotting in Manuel Antonio
✅ Waterfalls + hot springs near Arenal
✅ Sunrise surf sessions in Santa Teresa

📽️ P.S. Our local expert Carolina invites you to see it yourself:
https://shop.roughguides.com/enquiry/expectations?last_attribution=facebook&country=costa_rica

👇 Dreaming of jungles or beaches?

🌍✈️ Best Places to Travel Each Month in 2025 ✈️🌍Discover hidden gems with perfect weather and fewer crowds all year roun...
23/05/2025

🌍✈️ Best Places to Travel Each Month in 2025 ✈️🌍

Discover hidden gems with perfect weather and fewer crowds all year round!

📍 January → Iceland (Northern Lights & ice caves)
📍 February → Oman (desert camping & souks)
📍 March → Costa Rica (eco-lodges & turtle nesting)
📍 April → Uzbekistan (Silk Road history)
📍 May → Wales (coastal hikes & castles)
📍 June → Rwanda/Uganda (gorilla trekking!)
📍 July → Borneo (orangutans & rainforests)
📍 August → Norway (midnight sun & fjords)
📍 September → Montenegro (quiet beaches & national parks)
📍 October → Cuba (classic cars & Viñales Valley)
📍 November → India (Golden Triangle & beaches)
📍 December → Patagonia (glaciers & End of the World Train)

🔥 Pro Tip: Visiting just before/after peak season = fewer tourists, better prices, and perfect weather!

Read the full guide with all the details here:
https://www.roughguides.com/articles/where-to-go-when-an-alternative-month-by-month-guide/?utm_source=facebook

👇 Which month's destination is your favorite? Comment below! 👇

The Most Beautiful Places in Europe - Voted By YouWe asked our readers to name the most beautiful places in Europe - and...
18/05/2025

The Most Beautiful Places in Europe - Voted By You

We asked our readers to name the most beautiful places in Europe - and the results might surprise you.

From Icelandic glaciers to Spanish palaces, here are the top 15 destinations that truly took your breath away ✨

But our personal favourite? Lake Como and the Amalfi Coast in Italy - where dramatic scenery meets effortless elegance.

💬 Have you been to any of these places? Which one would you choose?

📖 Tap the link in bio to see the full list + plan your own European escape with a local expert.

https://www.roughguides.com/articles/the-most-beautiful-places-in-europe-chosen-by-you/?utm_source=facebook

Want to see more of Northern England and Scotland?Traveling on TransPennine Express is a relaxing way to get around, wit...
08/05/2025

Want to see more of Northern England and Scotland?

Traveling on TransPennine Express is a relaxing way to get around, with beautiful views along the way. It’s affordable, eco-friendly, and lets you take in the scenery without the stress of driving.

See the link in our bio for the FREE Pocket Rough Guide Cities in the North of England and Scotland.

It’s packed with tips for the best places to visit and how to get the most out of your time on TransPennine Express.

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