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First-Time Around the World
Author(s): Doug Lansky

ISBN: 1843536617

367 pages – 19 maps (16-page full-colour introduction)

Second Edition

Published:
UK: March 2006
US: April 2006

U.K. £10.99
U.S. $15.99
CAN $23.99
First-Time Around the World
Arranging an around-the-world itinerary is an increasingly popular travel option, and this indispensable new guide turns the planning process into a few easy steps that will make the most of your journey. Wherever you’re starting from and whatever your budget, the guide covers the airline routes, health insurance, visas and money together with issues that need a friend’s voice – how to find work abroad, how to avoid scams, how to hitchhike on yachts, and how to hook up with others. If you’re in the market for a RTW ticket you need this book.

What The Press Say
This indispensable guide for a round the world trip is appearing in a new updated format, and includes essential practical tips and information on organsing the logistics of a globe-trotting tour. As well as sections on dealing with culture shock, budgeting or security considerations, the guide features regional profiles, including useful maps with train routes and travel times between the major cities and a vital visa guide to many countries. - Sunday Telegraph, London

If you’re thinking of travelling the world, this Rough Guide should be your first stop - Sunday Times

A bonanza of handy tidbits that will save you money, time and a backpack of inconvenience. - Scanorama (SAS inflight mag)

A useful planning tool for any long-haul trip, not just round the world, packed with excellent tips and written in witty, down-to-earth style. - Wanderlust

Answers all the questions, increases the anticipation and removes much of the apprehension. - Traveller Magazine

This is the ultimate how-to guide for the trip of a lifetime. - Chicago Tribune

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