Make the most of your autumn

Make the most of a trip to Southeast Asia without breaking the bank. Written by young graduates and seasoned Rough Guide authors, the new Rough Guide to Southeast Asia on a Budget is the perfect companion for gap year travellers and those who want their money to go further while on holiday. The guide covers nine countries, with details of sightseeing, outdoor activities, nightlife, food, shopping and more.

Or, exchange the winter blues for some Antipodean adventures down under with 3 new titles:

The Rough Guide to East Coast Australia covers the coastline from Melbourne to Cape York, taking in Sydney, Brisbane and more white sandy beaches than you can shake a cricket bat at. Whether you’re looking for clownfish on the Great Barrier Reef, luxury spa treatments in Byron Bay, or the world’s oldest subtropical rainforest, this is the guide for you.

A short hop southeast to “Tassie” you’ll find the Rough Guide to Tasmania ideal for exploring this rugged island. From surfing to sightseeing, Tasmania is an adventure playground with a laid back lifestyle which belies it’s sophisticated tourism infrastructure.

The Rough Guide to Fiji meanwhile will help you discover this multi-faceted tropical paradise, whose highest-ranking chief is Queen Elizabeth. By day, find adventure or relaxation; by night see fire-dancing shows or enjoy one of the fine restaurants.

The Rough Guide to Puerto Rico, with its inspirational photography and accurate and informative text, is the perfect companion to all things Puerto Rican - whether you’re after sights, exotic jungles and wildlife, or nightlife. You’ll also find in-depth sections on a number of island regions as well as full-colour inserts on festivals and food.

For more information, log on to Roughguides.com.