The Scene on CNN International

13 December 2006

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The Insider’s Guide to the World’s Coolest Cities

Each week on CNN Internationals The Scene, a leading personality gives exclusive insights into a city they love.

This is a chance to find out where the famous hang out, which areas mean most to them and discover what sights they think give a true flavour of their favourite city. Providing a unique opportunity to get under the skin of the world’s cutting edge destinations, beyond the over-trodden tourist trail, ‘The Scene’ attempts to discover the real character of a city.

‘The Scene’ www.cnn.com/thescene also provides an online insider’s guide – what to see, where to shop and which restaurants, bars and clubs are on the inside track in each cool destination.

From Giorgio Armani in Milan; James Ellroy’s Los Angeles; Ludacris in Atlanta; Scissor Sisters in New York to most recently, David Bailey in London, The Zutons’ Liverpool and Baz Luhrmann’s Sydney, ‘The Scene’ series of short films are available online at www.cnn.com/thescene as well as a formidable archive of top talent talking through their favourite haunts, plus insider tips, biographies, Q&As, directors blogs and galleries.

The Scene has teamed up with Lonely Planet to offer one lucky reader a Lonely Planet guidebook of their choice – so get prepped for your Himalayan Trek, Greek Island getaway or find some travel ideas with the ‘Perfect Day’ book!

For over 30 years, Lonely Planet’s on the ground research and no-holds-barred opinion by our team of expert travel writers has inspired and guided independent travellers to explore the world around them. Lonely Planet is passionate about responsible travel and encourages people to make their impact as positive as possible.

Whether it be through our 500 trustworthy and inspiring books, innovative downloadable digital guides, award-winning website or cutting-edge television programmes Lonely Planet aims to inspire life-changing travel and create an un-ending sense of adventure, where every minute can hold a new experience. Check out what’s on offer at www.lonelyplanet.com

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