1 / 7Lonely Planet The Mediterranean: Cities, Islands & Road Trips
Trips: Lonely Planet The Mediterranean is a photographic hardback covering more than 30 cities and islands, with 15 weekend-long road trip itineraries. It also offers travel-writer recommendations, cultural perspectives and maps, making it suited to visual browsing and broad trip inspiration rather than a narrowly focused destination guide.
At a glance
- Combines broad regional coverage with 15 weekend-long road trip itineraries.
- Includes recommendations on places to eat and things to see, along with perspectives on customs and traditions.
- Photography, hand-drawn maps and original artwork support visual browsing.
Reference price: $50.00
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Wide coverage spans destinations from Spain and the Adriatic to Egypt and North Africa.
- Trip itineraries and food and sightseeing suggestions give readers multiple starting points for planning.
- Cultural insights are presented through local voices including chefs, architects, curators and craftspeople.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Publisher | Lonely Planet |
|---|---|
| Publication date | November 4, 2025 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 252 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1837585830 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1837585830 |
| Destinations | Spain; France; Italy; the Adriatic (Slovenia, Croatia, Montenegro, Albania); Greece; Turkey; Cyprus; Malta; Egypt; North Africa (Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco) |
|---|---|
| Cities and islands | Over 30 |
| Road trip itineraries | 15 weekend-long |
| Weight listed | 3.32 pounds |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 9.4 x 0.88 x 12.45 inches |
What to know before buying
- This is a large-format, 3.32-pound hardback, so it is more suited to browsing at home than carrying as a lightweight travel reference. The listing does not specify how recently practical travel details were updated.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers seeking a photographic overview of Mediterranean destinations.
- Travel planners looking for weekend road-trip inspiration across several countries.
- Gift buyers interested in Mediterranean travel, culture and scenery.
Less suited to
- Travelers who need a compact guide focused on one city or country.
- Readers seeking confirmed current logistics such as transport schedules, prices or opening hours.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the four- or five-star categories, alongside some lower ratings. This suggests generally favorable reception but does not explain what readers liked or disliked. The book's extensive regional scope, photography and itineraries may suit readers seeking inspiration, while the rating data alone cannot establish whether its practical travel details meet a particular trip's needs.
Frequently asked questions
How many destinations and itineraries does the book cover?
The listing says it introduces over 30 Mediterranean cities and islands and includes 15 weekend-long road trip itineraries.
Does the book include maps and photography?
Yes. It is described as having photography throughout, hand-drawn illustrated maps and original artwork.
Is this a compact guide to take on a trip?
It is a hardback listed at 3.32 pounds with dimensions of 9.4 x 0.88 x 12.45 inches, so it is relatively substantial to carry.
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