LONELY PLANET'S OFFICIAL GUIDEBOOK INFORMATION
Internet Resources
The Internet is a wonderful planning tool for travellers, and there are millions of sites about Britain. Before plunging into the cyber-maze, try these for starters:
192.com - Database of phone numbers and locations of people and businesses.
Able to Go - Excellent listings for visitors with mobility difficulties.
Backpax - Cheerful info on budget travel, visas, activities and work.
BBC - Immense and invaluable site from the world's best broadcaster.
i-UK - Official site for all UK matters - business, education, travel and more.
Independent Hostels - Hostels in Britain and beyond.
Lonely Planet - Travel news, merchandise, and the legendary Thorn Tree bulletin board.
UK Student Life - Language schools and courses, plus where to go outside study time.
VisitBritain - A great first port of call for all national tourist information.
Yell - Yellow pages online, great for locating shops and services across Britain.
Lonely Planet recommends World Nomads Travel insurance
