BANGKOK (LONELY PLANET: CONDENSED)

This informative and savvy guide captures the best that Bangkok offers in a practical, easy to use format. With opinionated reviews, essential travel tips and detailed fold-out maps, Bangkok Condensed has all the information the discerning visitor needs - for one day or one month, for business or for pleasure.

• covers the must-see tourist spots and the locals hidden gems

• insiders guide to power shopping — from how to haggle with a fine tailor to tips on bargaining, no matter your price range

• tasty tips for finding the best places to sample divine Thai cuisine and the best cooking courses on offer