Damian Harper

This BookThe first three editions of this book were written by Robert Storey.Caroline Liou updated the text for the fourth edition, and DamianHarper was responsible for updating this, the fifth edition.From the PublisherThis edition of BëijTng was produced in Lonely Planet's Melbourneoffice....

Introduction Despite being thrown back into the arms of China, Hong Kong post-1997 is still that unique meeting place of east and west, of magic, charm and chatter that has fired the imaginations of travellers, traders, fortune-seekers, refugees and sailors for 150 years. The final lowering of...

Destination China Eagerly assuming its place among the world's top travel destinations, China is an epic adventure whichever way you take it. From the wide open and empty panoramas of Tibet to the push and shove of Shanghai, from the volcanic dishes of Sichuan to beer by the bag in seaside...

Destination: Malaysid, Singapore Brunei As Southeast Asian countries go, Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei are models of how to get it right. Among the richest and safest nations in Asia, their transport facilities are good, accommodation standards are high, and the range and quality of food is...