Travel & Tourism

The epic history of the crossroads of the world - the meeting place of East and West and the birthplace of civilization....

Discover the evolutionary mind and body benefits of living at the edges of your comfort zone and reconnecting with the wild....

For centuries, works of art have been stolen in countless ways from all over the world, but no one has been quite as successful at it as the master thief Stéphane Breitwieser....

Into Thin Air is the definitive, personal account of the deadliest season in the history of Everest...

For anyone uncertain about the direction of their life or unsure of how to move forward after a loss, Look for Me There is a poignant reflection that offers encouragement to examine our choices, take risks, and discover our truest selves....

A powerful, blazingly honest memoir: the story of an eleven-hundred-mile solo hike that broke down a young woman reeling from catastrophe - and built her back up again....

Meriwether Lewis and his partner, William Clark, endured incredible hardships and witnessed astounding sights on their 1803 cross-country trip to unexplored West....

The Appalachian Trail trail stretches from Georgia to Maine and covers some of the most breathtaking terrain in America - majestic mountains, silent forests, sparking lakes....

Paul Rosolie’s extraordinary adventure in the uncharted tributaries of the Western Amazon - a tale of discovery that vividly captures the awe, beauty, and isolation of this endangered land....

The best-selling author of Confederates in the Attic returns to the South and the Civil War era for an epic adventure on the trail of America's greatest landscape architect....

In 2018, two couples set out on a climbing expedition to Alaska’s Hidden Mountains, one of the last wild ranges in North America. A rarity in modern climbing, the peaks were nearly unexplored and untouched....

Despite what appeared to be a glamorous existence full of globetrotting adventures, behind the scenes, Anna felt invisible in her own life....

Three friends, women in their fifties, set out to hike "the most beautiful long-distance trail in the world," the John Muir Trail....

She got rid of her belongings, quit her job, and undertook a yearlong journey around the world, all alone....

In Arctic Adventure, Freuchen writes of polar bear hunts, of meeting Eskimos who had resorted to cannibalism during a severe famine, and of the thrill of seeing the sun after three months of winter darkness....

The Lost City of Z is a blockbuster adventure narrative about what lies beneath the impenetrable jungle canopy of the Amazon....

Step inside this captivating account of Paulo Coehlo's pilgrimage along the road to Santiago. This fascinating parable explores the need to find one's own path....

A powerful and poignant portrait of rebuilding and surviving, Never Leave the Dogs Behind is about finding the courage to start over when the dream life you thought you were living collapses around your feet.

In September 1960, John Steinbeck and his poodle, Charley, embarked on a journey across America, from small towns to growing cities to glorious wilderness oases....

A guide to some of the world’s most fascinating places, as seen and experienced by writer, television host, and relentlessly curious traveler Anthony Bourdain....

A deeply rendered self-portrait of a lifelong surfer by the acclaimed New Yorker writer....

Featuring original interviews with mountain guides and climbers—including Jimmy Chin and Conrad Anker—this vivid and authoritative adventure history chronicles one of the least likely industries on Earth: guided climbing on Mount Everest....

In her inimitably funny and feel-good way, social media star Kacie Rose offers a refreshingly honest take on navigating a new life abroad in You Deserve Good Gelato, covering everything from travel fails and homesickness to the joy of culture shocks and the power of doing the s*** that scares you.

Every time Bill Bryson walks out the door memorable travel literature threatens to break out. His previous excursion up, down, and over the Appalachian Trail...

A road trip book with a difference. Stars of Outlander - Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish - explore Scotland, a land of raw beauty, poetry, feuding, music, history and warfare....

Dreaming of a vibrant retirement? Say goodbye to stereotypes and embrace a life filled with adventure and fulfillment!

Embark on the Adventure of a Lifetime with the "World Circumnavigation Planning Guide"! ⛵ So, you're dreaming of sailing around the world, exploring unknown lands, and making memories that will last a lifetime? Welcome aboard! Navigate your way through the high seas of adventure with the "World Circumnavigation Planning Guide," the ultimate resource for sailors who aspire to circumnavigate the globe. Forget about dull manuals—this eBook is designed to engage, inspire, and propel you to make that dream a reality. With its 25 comprehensive chapters, this guide will take you step-by-step ...

Discover the secrets of Sardinia with Gianni Arcaini's captivating exploration in this edition of his series "Italy Then and Now: Sardinia." Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Sardinia, the second-largest island in the Mediterranean after Sicily. This edition showcases the evolution of the region and its cities over time, notable historical and contemporary figures, unique regional cuisine and wine specialties, the region's provinces and major cities, notable events, and important landmarks. Sardinia, with its rich and distinctive history, stands out within Italy. It is renowned for ...

Why We Travel is a smart-thinking travel book, which uses travel as a window into human motivations. It explores what we can gain from venturing out into the world. It threads together reflective memoir, evocative travelogue, research, conversation, advice and big ideas. Some of the travels are epic adventures; others are closer to home; and some are journeys of internal exploration.

What if you could master practical, daily spoken Spanish while being captivated by stories filled with scandal, passion, and adventure? If you're ready for a captivating journey that combines the thrill of learning practical, daily spoken Spanish with the charm of immersive storytelling, this book is an excellent choice. Prepare to transform your language skills and gain a deeper appreciation for Spanish-speaking cultures. Open a whole new world of learning and entertainment. Inside "Spicy Spanish Stories" you will discover: Seven enticing stories that will hold your attention and guide you...

This is a short story of my life in a motorhome dictated to my scribe Doc. I don't have a Nome de plume, because, I report only the facts as they occur around me, and I have nothing to conceal. Therefore, why would I name a feather? My story is a true account mostly, except where Doc has made spelling, writing, or translation mistake, to which I'm not accountable for since I’m only a schnauzer. I am a true Texan; no bull you can check my pedigree.

In "Take a Free Vacation to Thailand," you uncover how your current medical insurance is not keeping you as healthy and as fulfilled in life as you wished. Medical costs are rapidly increasing with no expedient chances of becoming more affordable. For a much lower cost, Thailand can offer high-tech medical care which could compete (if not outpace) the current global standard. The world is getting smaller. What have you done in the last 5 years that truly captivated your heart and freed your soul? Have you always been wishing for a retreat, to get away from it all…in a foreign country? ...

Travelogues, professional adventures, offbeat stories, and other musings by a lifelong lover of science and exploration.

Greatest Mystery of the Southwest USAPerhaps the most fascinating chapter in Southwest history is the tale of the mysterious, “vanished” Anasazi Indians. Their tremendous achievements can be found in many places, including the spectacular cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde National Park. But the crest of the Anasazi wave was in Chaco Canyon, a shallow, windswept wash in northwest New Mexico. Here, 1,000 years ago, strange and unexplained events unfolded, events which continue to intrigue scientists and visitors today. In this book, you'll delve into the mystery: Why choose inhospitable Chaco...

A family holiday is an opportunity to break with routine, to reconnect as a family unit, and to experience exciting new places and adventures. A child’s strongest memories of childhood revolve around vacations, so they are an important aspect of family life. Yet, the family vacation takes a great deal of planning and negotiation, to ensure you all enjoy the holiday of your dreams, and that you have prepared for every eventuality. This guide will help you balance your family’s need for adventure with safety and practicality, whether your dream vacation is a road trip, a camping adventure...

Australia offers ample job opportunities, economic stability and high pay. International professionals who intend to leave their countries at some point can consider the tips and advice given in this book whether, or not, they have Australia as a defined destination. The book takes an overview of the main challenges faced by immigrants in this country, including adaptation to the culture, work/professional tips, everyday language, types of visas offered by the government, housing, etc., with an autobiographical approach.

QUARTZSITE STORIES features 13 stories about Quartzsite, Arizona from Gypsy Jane Finley’s now discontinued website Wanderings: Living the Ordinary Extraordinarily (Stories from the Road). Her Quartzsite stories are based on both her travels to Quartzsite in a Mazda Pickup truck with a tiny box-shaped Stubby camper on the back during five years of full-time RVing that started in the year 2000 – on what she calls FREEDOM DAY – and starting in 2005 on her half-time RVing and half-time living in a mobile home in Quartzsite, Arizona at the Desert Gardens RV Park every year up to the ...

MORE STORIES FROM THE ROAD features 23 selected stories from Gypsy Jane Finley’s now discontinued website Wanderings: Living the Ordinary Extraordinarily (Stories from the Road). Her stories are based on both her travels in a Mazda Pickup truck with a tiny box-shaped Stubby camper on the back during five years of full-time RVing that started in the year 2000 – on what she calls FREEDOM DAY – and starting in 2005 on her half-time RVing and half-time living in a mobile home in Quartzsite, Arizona at the Desert Gardens RV Park every year up to the present time. The stories in this book ...

HER LIFE AND WANDERINGS FROM 2010 TO 2017 is from Gypsy Jane Finley’s now discontinued website Wanderings: Living the Ordinary Extraordinarily (Stories from the Road). This book covers the final seven years of her life. She lived life to the fullest, dancing and RVing up to six months before she passed away at age 80. The life and wanderings of Gypsy Jane Finley live on in her writings. The travel descriptions were all written by Gypsy Jane Finley while she was living her wandering life. The compiling, editing, and background writing is by Jack Wiley.

PEOPLE ON THE ROAD features 29 selected stories and essays about people on the road from Gypsy Jane Finley’s now discontinued website Wanderings: Living the Ordinary Extraordinarily (Stories from the Road). Her stories and essays are based on both her travels in a Mazda Pickup truck with a tiny box-shaped Stubby camper on the back during five years of full-time RVing that started in the year 2000 – on what she calls FREEDOM DAY – and starting in 2005 on her half-time RVing and half-time living in a mobile home in Quartzsite, Arizona at the Desert Gardens RV Park every year up to the ...