Lonely Planet Publications
Lonely Planet employs some 300 writers to update its publications, which include walking guides ("Trekking in the Nepal Himalaya"), phrasebooks, and guides for the budget traveler ("Europe on a Shoestring"). In 2007 the British Broadcasting Corp. bought a 75% stake in the firm; the Wheelers retain a 25% stake. Want to explore in Ecuador? Travel on the cheap in Chile? You're not alone. Lonely Planet Publications sells guidebooks aimed at the more independent traveler (its books once offered tips on buying good pot). Maureen and Tony Wheeler founded Lonely Planet in 1973 in a kitchen in Melbourne as they wrote a guide based on their trek across Asia. They now publish more than 500 titles covering every continent.
Contact Details
Office Address
Lonely Planet Publications
90 Maribyrnong St.
Footscray, Victoria, Australia 3011
Phone: +61-3-8379-8000
Fax: +61-3-8379-8111
Executives
CEO
Matthew A. Goldberg
Press and Publicity Manager, Lonely Planet Europe
Briony Grogan
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