Rainforest-covered mountains, coral-fringed islands, heady Highland festivals Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands set the stage for unforgettable adventures. REGIS ST. LOUIS, LONELY PLANET WRITER Our Promise You can trust our travel information because Lonely Planet authors visit the places we write about, each and every edition. We never accept freebies for positive coverage so you can rely on us to tell it like it is. Inside This Book 41 days of festivals 47 maps 781 bird species 96km of Kokoda Track terrain Inspirational Photos Clear, easy-to-use maps Kokoda Track feature In-depth background Comprehensive planning tools Easy-to-read layout