BBC Worldwide expands portfolio with Lonely Planet acquisition

By Ben Bold, Brand Republic 01-Oct-07, 10:15

LONDON - BBC Worldwide, the commercial arm of the publicly-funded broadcaster, has bought travel guide publisher Lonely Planet and intends to build the franchise brand globally.

Lonely Planet: bought by BBC Worldwide

Lonely Planet: bought by BBC Worldwide

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