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81 of 85 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Far, far superior to the Lonely Planet guide, which (as usual) seems to have been written sitting in a bar somewhere, relying on second-hand information. The Rough Guide, on the other hand, feels fresh, vibrant and accurate. Far more comprehensive, it explores places slightly off the beaten track, has far better restaurant listings and is much easier to use generally. Lonely Planet is trendy and ubiquitous, but after a back-to-back test, you have to wonder why. The Rough Guide has far more on the history and culture of the country, and is far more readable. One feels it has been written by people of intelligence and culture; the LP, on the other hand, feels as though it has been scribbled by semi-literate back-packers. Perhaps therein lies the great difference, and for me at least, the reason why the Rough Guide is infinitely superior.
29 of 31 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Rough Guides are a must for any traveller and infinitely more useful than Lonely Planet; I have found that when comparing books with fellow travellers the Rough Guides are more updated in terms of roadways, more detailed maps, and the information is accurate and honest. They also throw in useful information and other books as recommended reading before you go. As a well seasoned and experienced traveller of over 35 years, I would always recommend you never leave home with any other travel book.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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I went to Vietnam for ten days last October and found The Rough Guide to be excellent.
As always the authors' special recommendations were spot-on (e.g. The Green Tangerine in Hanoi, Baguettes et Chocolat in Sapa), and the 'contexts' section covering Vietnamese history and culture was well-researched and perfect for whiling away a few hours on a bus or overnight train. I also liked the fact that it covered a range of budgets.
In fact my only quibble was with the 'language' section - I found Vietnamese tones really hard to master and would have liked some phonetic guides to help me (the LP phrasebooks are much better on this).
As always the authors' special recommendations were spot-on (e.g. The Green Tangerine in Hanoi, Baguettes et Chocolat in Sapa), and the 'contexts' section covering Vietnamese history and culture was well-researched and perfect for whiling away a few hours on a bus or overnight train. I also liked the fact that it covered a range of budgets.
In fact my only quibble was with the 'language' section - I found Vietnamese tones really hard to master and would have liked some phonetic guides to help me (the LP phrasebooks are much better on this).
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Clear, succint and efficient !
I chose this guide over the Lonely Planet after scanning comparative reviews on forums that seemed to indicate its superiority. Read more
Published 15 days ago by Lucas G
Great Travel Guide - Lonely Who?
I picked up this book not long after it was published (April 2012). I have read the lonely planet guides and find this to be of much better quality. Read more
Published 1 month ago by chrisjbryan
Great guide, needs updating
An excellent and invaluable guide with a quick list of what not to miss if planning a tight itinerary. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Mark Rob
Wish i had stuck with lonley planet
Just returned from vietnam found this book has a lot of out of date info although it was published in 2009, I dont think vietnam has moved on that fast. Read more
Published 18 months ago by ian
Not overly impressed
Some of the descriptions of towns, restaurants and places of interest were simply wrong. For example, the author described a 'beautiful bicycle ride through ride paddy fields to... Read more
Published 19 months ago by CLC
The Rough Guide to Vietnam
Like the last reviewer i have just returned from a months trip in Vietnam. I to wish i had stuck to LP guide. Read more
Published on 18 Jan 2010 by Leeroy
Weak in many areas
Having just returned from three weeks in Vietnam with the Rough Guide I beg to differ from other reviewers. Read more
Published on 2 Jan 2010 by D. Martin
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