Lonely Planet Indonesia (Travel Guide)

Lots of useful information in here but we found that prices differed quite a lot from what was suggested in the book. It was high season but we found that the cost of rent and food was significantly higher than the book suggested even though it did point out that prices tended to increase at this time of year it wasn't very accurate about how much this increase would be.We also found that lots of the email/contact addresses were no longer functioning for the guest houses.The Section at the front of the book suggesting itineraries based on activities, time, interests was really helpful. Good maps. Would have liked a few more images of places.

The book is presented well and has all the major components of any good guide book; maps, reviews, tips etc. I would recommend getting a separate map of any island you wish to explore in more detail as it gets a bit tricky following the narrative sometimes in terms of where you actually are on Java for example!As always, a combination of using the LP and chatting to locals, other travellers and just by investigating things yourself proves to be the most rewarding.

Lonely Planet just doesn't work as effectively on a Kindle. I want to be able to easily reference and bookmark sections, not to mention follow maps. I'd say a good old fashioned paperback is still best where travel guides are concerned. Content is still quality though.

I travel to different parts of Indonesia and purchased the latest edition to get updated information on the areas I intended to visit. I am extremely disappointed with the 2013 edition compared to the previous 2010 edition. The 2013 edition has 100 fewer pages and the accomodation options for example have been halved compared to the 2010 edition as a result I will be taking the 2010 edition to Indonesia not the 2013 edition.

great guide

hopefully help me prepare for my trip

As always, Lonely Planet books very informative, perfect for travelling or just a holiday.

Wealth of information.