Tony Wheeler (born 1946) is an Australian-born British entrepreneur and travel writer, best known as the co-founder of Lonely Planet, the world's largest independent travel guidebook brand. In 1972, he and his wife Maureen Wheeler published their first guidebook, 'Across Asia on the Cheap,' from their London kitchen, sparking a revolution in budget travel. Wheeler's practical, backpacker-focused writing style and passion for exploration turned Lonely Planet into a global phenomenon, with over 120 million copies sold. He has traveled extensively across the globe and remains an advocate for sustainable tourism. After selling the company to BBC in 2007, Wheeler continues to serve as a brand ambassador and inspire travelers worldwide.
