With the biggest collection of cocky tag lines I've seen in a while, pocket-size Luxe Guides are very fond of themselves, but I can see why. Covering 16 cities in Asia and Australia, they claim to be the point where “style meets sass” and provide “lean, mean and on the scene” suggestions for shops, restaurants and hotels, unique services and lifestyle options. They're updated twice a year, written and edited by city residents and approved by a publisher visit. And finally, LUXE accepts absolutely zero paid advertising, free services or products, backhanders or gratuities. Authentic? Definitely. But let's be clear, these aren't really for backpackers, unless you're a trustafarian. Even the Web site says markets them by saying: “if you're fed up with guides written by people who wear their luggage,” so you've been warned.