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World Travel

An Irreverent Guide

by Anthony Bourdain, Laurie Woolever ...

A guide to some of the world’s most fascinating places, as seen and experienced by writer, television host, and relentlessly curious traveler Anthony BourdainAnthony Bourdain saw more of the world than nearly anyone. His travels took him from the hidden pockets of his hometown of New York to a tribal longhouse in Borneo, from cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, Paris, and Shanghai to Tanzania’s utter ... Read more

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A guide to some of the world’s most fascinating places, as seen and experienced by writer, television host, and relentlessly curious traveler Anthony BourdainAnthony Bourdain saw more of the world than nearly anyone. His travels took him from the hidden pockets of his hometown of New York to a tribal longhouse in Borneo, from cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, Paris, and Shanghai to Tanzania’s utter
... Read more
The Map That Changed the World

William Smith and the Birth of Modern Geology

by Simon Winchester ...

From the author of the bestselling The Professor and the Madman comes the fascinating biography of science detailing the story of William Smith, the orphaned son of an English country blacksmith, who became obsessed with creating the world's first geological map and ultimately became the father of modern geology.In 1793 William Smith, a canal digger, made a startling scientific discovery that was ... Read more

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From the author of the bestselling The Professor and the Madman comes the fascinating biography of science detailing the story of William Smith, the orphaned son of an English country blacksmith, who became obsessed with creating the world's first geological map and ultimately became the father of modern geology.In 1793 William Smith, a canal digger, made a startling scientific discovery that was
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Vagabonding

An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel

by Rolf Potts ...

INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER • With a new foreword by Tim Ferriss • “Vagabonding easily remains in my top-10 list of life-changing books. Why? Because one incredible trip, especially a long-term trip, can change your life forever. And Vagabonding teaches you how to travel (and think), not just for one trip, but for the rest of your life.”—Tim Ferriss, from the forewordThere’s nothing like vagabonding: ... Read more

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INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER • With a new foreword by Tim Ferriss • “Vagabonding easily remains in my top-10 list of life-changing books. Why? Because one incredible trip, especially a long-term trip, can change your life forever. And Vagabonding teaches you how to travel (and think), not just for one trip, but for the rest of your life.”—Tim Ferriss, from the forewordThere’s nothing like vagabonding:
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Birding to Change the World

A Memoir

by Trish O'Kane ...

In this uplifting environmental memoir, a professor and activist shares what birds can teach us about life, social change, and protecting the environment.Trish O’Kane is an accidental ornithologist. In her nearly two decades writing about justice as an investigative journalist, she'd never paid attention to nature. But then Hurricane Katrina destroyed her New Orleans home, sending her into an ... Read more

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In this uplifting environmental memoir, a professor and activist shares what birds can teach us about life, social change, and protecting the environment.Trish O’Kane is an accidental ornithologist. In her nearly two decades writing about justice as an investigative journalist, she'd never paid attention to nature. But then Hurricane Katrina destroyed her New Orleans home, sending her into an
... Read more
Stairway Walks in San Francisco

The Joy of Urban Exploring

by Mary Burk, Adah Bakalinsky ...

See San Francisco like never before: Step up to 39 of its best stairway walks!Hundreds of public stairways traverse San Francisco’s boundless hills, revealing scenic vistas and connecting colorful, diverse neighborhoods. Since 1984, Stairway Walks in San Francisco has been helping urban explorers discover the best of the City by the Bay via riser and handrail. Now in its 10th edition, this beloved ... Read more

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See San Francisco like never before: Step up to 39 of its best stairway walks!Hundreds of public stairways traverse San Francisco’s boundless hills, revealing scenic vistas and connecting colorful, diverse neighborhoods. Since 1984, Stairway Walks in San Francisco has been helping urban explorers discover the best of the City by the Bay via riser and handrail. Now in its 10th edition, this beloved
... Read more
老黑看世界：換個地方過生活，換個方式過人生

by 田臨斌, 老黑 ...

用二十年的旅行，走過世界五大洲九十多國，乍看是遊記，骨子裡是人生！「人們常說十年磨一劍，我這把劍磨了二十年！我從一個不知疲累為何物的年輕人，逐漸轉變成更在意體力和過程的中年人。這本書乍看是遊記，骨子裡談的是生活與人生，旅行在其中不是可有可無的花絮，而是不可或缺的載體，如果沒有長期『換個地方過生活』，我不可能理出對人生下半場的想像與期待。」——老黑你可以從這本書帶走什麼？我的旅行始於「走進世界」；第二步是「理解世界」；第三步是「改變自己」。我希望你闔上書時，會停下來想一想，現在的你，為何是現在的樣子？未來的你，希望變成什麼樣子？這本書沒有答案，它只想提醒你，人生不是只有一條既定道路，當你經由理解世界，更加理解自己，會發現改變未必困難，困難的是從未想過要改變。如果讀完之後你決定開始規劃未來，重新安排生活，那很好。如果你第一個念頭是訂一張機票，展開下一段旅程，那也很好。即使你選擇什麼都不做 ... Read more

$9.99 USD

用二十年的旅行，走過世界五大洲九十多國，乍看是遊記，骨子裡是人生！「人們常說十年磨一劍，我這把劍磨了二十年！我從一個不知疲累為何物的年輕人，逐漸轉變成更在意體力和過程的中年人。這本書乍看是遊記，骨子裡談的是生活與人生，旅行在其中不是可有可無的花絮，而是不可或缺的載體，如果沒有長期『換個地方過生活』，我不可能理出對人生下半場的想像與期待。」——老黑你可以從這本書帶走什麼？我的旅行始於「走進世界」；第二步是「理解世界」；第三步是「改變自己」。我希望你闔上書時，會停下來想一想，現在的你，為何是現在的樣子？未來的你，希望變成什麼樣子？這本書沒有答案，它只想提醒你，人生不是只有一條既定道路，當你經由理解世界，更加理解自己，會發現改變未必困難，困難的是從未想過要改變。如果讀完之後你決定開始規劃未來，重新安排生活，那很好。如果你第一個念頭是訂一張機票，展開下一段旅程，那也很好。即使你選擇什麼都不做
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Kazakhstan

by Paul Brummell, Maria Oleynik ...

This new, thoroughly updated third edition of Bradt's Kazakhstan remains the only guide available dedicated solely to the world's ninth largest country. This new edition covers all the most recent developments, including an updated history section, additional cultural coverage, more practical information to make independent travel easier, and the most up-to-date and relevant maps. Kazakhstan is ... Read more

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This new, thoroughly updated third edition of Bradt's Kazakhstan remains the only guide available dedicated solely to the world's ninth largest country. This new edition covers all the most recent developments, including an updated history section, additional cultural coverage, more practical information to make independent travel easier, and the most up-to-date and relevant maps. Kazakhstan is
... Read more
Lonely Planet Mexico

by Lonely Planet, Joel Balsam, Jennifer Fernández Solano, John Hecht, Nellie Huang, Anna Kaminski, Liza Prado, Brendan Sainsbury, Regis St Louis, Paul Stafford, Iain Stewart, Phillip Tang ...

Series series Travel Guide
Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Mexico.Discover Mexico's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from market-hopping through the aromatic Mercado Municipal in San Cristóbal de las Casas; to hiking to the warm, bubbling Aguas Termales Rekowata hot springs from Creel; and swimming alongside ... Read more

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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Mexico.Discover Mexico's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from market-hopping through the aromatic Mercado Municipal in San Cristóbal de las Casas; to hiking to the warm, bubbling Aguas Termales Rekowata hot springs from Creel; and swimming alongside
... Read more
The Wine Bible, 3rd Edition

by Karen MacNeil ...

Series series The Workman Bible Series
It’s America’s bestselling wine book, now fully revised, updated, and in color!Beloved and trusted by everyone, from newcomers starting their wine journey to oenophiles, sommeliers, restaurateurs, and industry insiders, The Wine Bible is comprehensive, entertaining, authoritative, beautifully written, and endlessly interesting.Page after page grounds the reader deeply in the fundamentals—vineyards ... Read more

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It’s America’s bestselling wine book, now fully revised, updated, and in color!Beloved and trusted by everyone, from newcomers starting their wine journey to oenophiles, sommeliers, restaurateurs, and industry insiders, The Wine Bible is comprehensive, entertaining, authoritative, beautifully written, and endlessly interesting.Page after page grounds the reader deeply in the fundamentals—vineyards
... Read more
Trekking the Swiss Via Alpina

East to West across Switzerland - the Alpine Pass Route

by Kev Reynolds, Jonathan Williams ...

Experience the wild beauty of the Swiss Alps as you trek from Sargans to Montreux on the legendary Swiss Via Alpina, also known as the Alpine Pass Route. This epic journey traverses Switzerland east to west, crossing dramatic mountain passes, verdant valleys, and idyllic alpine villages, offering ever-changing vistas of towering peaks and historic landscapes.Perfect for experienced alpine trekkers ... Read more

$21.89 USD

Experience the wild beauty of the Swiss Alps as you trek from Sargans to Montreux on the legendary Swiss Via Alpina, also known as the Alpine Pass Route. This epic journey traverses Switzerland east to west, crossing dramatic mountain passes, verdant valleys, and idyllic alpine villages, offering ever-changing vistas of towering peaks and historic landscapes.Perfect for experienced alpine trekkers
... Read more
Insight Guides Pocket Amsterdam (Travel Guide eBook)

by Insight Guides ...

Perfect day itineraries and top travel tips in a pocket-sized package.Plan your trip, plan perfect days and discover how to get around - this pocket-sized guide is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering fun and interesting things to do and see in Amsterdam, from top tourist attractions like the Dam, Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum, to hidden gems, including the ... Read more

$5.29 USD

Perfect day itineraries and top travel tips in a pocket-sized package.Plan your trip, plan perfect days and discover how to get around - this pocket-sized guide is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering fun and interesting things to do and see in Amsterdam, from top tourist attractions like the Dam, Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum, to hidden gems, including the
... Read more
Lonely Planet Seoul

by Thomas O'Malley, Trisha Ping ...

Series series Travel Guide
Lonely Planet’s Seoul is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wander the labyrinthine streets of Bukchon Hanok Village, hike alongside Seoul’s original city walls, and sample myriad street eats into the night at Gwangjang Market; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Seoul and begin your journey ... Read more

$15.89 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Lonely Planet’s Seoul is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wander the labyrinthine streets of Bukchon Hanok Village, hike alongside Seoul’s original city walls, and sample myriad street eats into the night at Gwangjang Market; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Seoul and begin your journey
... Read more
Lonely Planet Pocket Vancouver

by Bianca Bujan ...

Series series Pocket Guide
Discover twice the city in half the time as Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Vancouver.This latest edition uncovers the city's most popular experiences and unexpected surprises from cycling the Stanley Park Seawall, to buying delicious goodies at Granville Island Public Market, and teetering above the treetops at Capilano ... Read more

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Discover twice the city in half the time as Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Vancouver.This latest edition uncovers the city's most popular experiences and unexpected surprises from cycling the Stanley Park Seawall, to buying delicious goodies at Granville Island Public Market, and teetering above the treetops at Capilano
... Read more
Insight Guides Explore Italian Lakes (Travel Guide eBook)

by Insight Guides ...

Pocket-sized travel guides featuring the very best routes and itineraries.Discover the best of the Italian Lakes with this indispensably practical Insight Explore Guide. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see attractions like the Borromean Islands, Lake Orta, Lake Iseo, Bergamo and Milan, to discovering hidden gems, including Trentino, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking routes will ... Read more

$7.99 USD

Pocket-sized travel guides featuring the very best routes and itineraries.Discover the best of the Italian Lakes with this indispensably practical Insight Explore Guide. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see attractions like the Borromean Islands, Lake Orta, Lake Iseo, Bergamo and Milan, to discovering hidden gems, including Trentino, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking routes will
... Read more
Fluent in 3 Months

How Anyone at Any Age Can Learn to Speak Any Language from Anywhere in the World

by Benny Lewis ...

Benny Lewis, a renowned polyglot who speaks over ten languages—all self-taught—runs the largest language-learning blog in the world, Fluent In 3 Months. Lewis is a full-time "language hacker," someone who devotes all of his time to finding better, faster, and more efficient ways to learn languages. Fluent in 3 Months: How Anyone at Any Age Can Learn to Speak Any Language from Anywhere in the World ... Read more

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Benny Lewis, a renowned polyglot who speaks over ten languages—all self-taught—runs the largest language-learning blog in the world, Fluent In 3 Months. Lewis is a full-time "language hacker," someone who devotes all of his time to finding better, faster, and more efficient ways to learn languages. Fluent in 3 Months: How Anyone at Any Age Can Learn to Speak Any Language from Anywhere in the World
... Read more
Lonely Planet Alaska

by Regis St Louis ...

Series series Travel Guide
Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Alaska.Discover Alaska's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from looking for grizzly brown bears on the Denali Park Road, to kayaking in the rugged wilderness of Resurrection Bay, and visiting the Alaska Folk School in Fairbanks for classes in ... Read more

$18.79 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Alaska.Discover Alaska's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from looking for grizzly brown bears on the Denali Park Road, to kayaking in the rugged wilderness of Resurrection Bay, and visiting the Alaska Folk School in Fairbanks for classes in
... Read more
Guyana

by Kirk Smock ...

This new third edition of Bradt's Guyana remains the only guidebook available to this South American gem, a jungle-clad country teeming with exotic wildlife. Thoroughly researched, easy to use and interesting to read, Bradt's Guyana is written and updated by writers who have lived in and promoted Guyana for many years and is an ideal companion for all travellers, from wildlife watchers to ... Read more

$14.39 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This new third edition of Bradt's Guyana remains the only guidebook available to this South American gem, a jungle-clad country teeming with exotic wildlife. Thoroughly researched, easy to use and interesting to read, Bradt's Guyana is written and updated by writers who have lived in and promoted Guyana for many years and is an ideal companion for all travellers, from wildlife watchers to
... Read more
1,000 Places to See Before You Die

A Traveler's Life List

by Patricia Schultz ...

The world is calling. Time to answer . . . An updated edition of the #1 New York Times–bestseller from "the travel expert who launched legions of bucket lists" ( San Jose Mercury News).This "irresistibly idiosyncratic" catalog of destinations ( Chicago Tribune) is a continent-by-continent itinerary for the eager traveler: A trek through Morocco's Atlas Mountains. Sri Lanka's Hill Country. A ... Read more

$14.39 USD

The world is calling. Time to answer . . . An updated edition of the #1 New York Times–bestseller from "the travel expert who launched legions of bucket lists" ( San Jose Mercury News).This "irresistibly idiosyncratic" catalog of destinations ( Chicago Tribune) is a continent-by-continent itinerary for the eager traveler: A trek through Morocco's Atlas Mountains. Sri Lanka's Hill Country. A
... Read more
Thailand Red Lights: Tales of Debauchery and a Guide to it All!

by RedLightRanger ...

Before we get started, let's get a few things out of the way. This book is not a text to be read by the more sensitive among us, or by those who like to claim the high moral ground. In fact, let's assume that every whore monger in Thailand left their morals at home, probably with their wife and kids, as should you if you are thinking about indulging in Thailand's 'entertainment' industry.This book ... Read more

$4.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Before we get started, let's get a few things out of the way. This book is not a text to be read by the more sensitive among us, or by those who like to claim the high moral ground. In fact, let's assume that every whore monger in Thailand left their morals at home, probably with their wife and kids, as should you if you are thinking about indulging in Thailand's 'entertainment' industry.This book
... Read more
Planning Your Perfect Road Trip

A Step-by-Step Guide to Hittin' the Road

by Theresa L. Goodrich ...

Looking for the ultimate guide to planning your perfect road trip? You've found it!This comprehensive guidebook takes you step-by-step through the process of planning an unforgettable road trip. Whether you're traveling with friends, family, or embarking on a solo adventure, this book has everything you need to make your journey a success.Inside, you'll find practical advice on choosing road trip ... Read more

$9.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Looking for the ultimate guide to planning your perfect road trip? You've found it!This comprehensive guidebook takes you step-by-step through the process of planning an unforgettable road trip. Whether you're traveling with friends, family, or embarking on a solo adventure, this book has everything you need to make your journey a success.Inside, you'll find practical advice on choosing road trip
... Read more
Berlitz Pocket Guide Berlin (Travel Guide eBook)

by Berlitz ...

Series series Insight Pocket Guides
Berlitz Pocket Guide Berlin is a concise, full-colour travel guide that combines lively text with vivid photography to highlight the very best that this bustling, sophisticated city has to offer. The Where To Go chapter details all the key sights in the city, as well as those in the nearby elegant town of Potsdam, from the Reichstag building to the Brandenburg Gate, via the Jewish Museum and the ... Read more

$5.29 USD

Berlitz Pocket Guide Berlin is a concise, full-colour travel guide that combines lively text with vivid photography to highlight the very best that this bustling, sophisticated city has to offer. The Where To Go chapter details all the key sights in the city, as well as those in the nearby elegant town of Potsdam, from the Reichstag building to the Brandenburg Gate, via the Jewish Museum and the
... Read more
Lonely Planet New England

by Regis St Louis, Gregor Clark, David Gibb, Britany Robinson, Mara Vorhees ...

Series series Travel Guide
Lonely Planet's New England is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Marvel at the beauty of the 5000-mile coastline, explore the region's rich history in Boston and sample the best local cuisine; all with your trusted travel companion.Inside Lonely Planet's New England Travel Guide:... ... Read more

$17.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Lonely Planet's New England is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Marvel at the beauty of the 5000-mile coastline, explore the region's rich history in Boston and sample the best local cuisine; all with your trusted travel companion.Inside Lonely Planet's New England Travel Guide:...
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Secret Seattle (Seattle Walk Report)

An Illustrated Guide to the City's Offbeat and Overlooked History

by Susanna Ryan ...

Series series Seattle Walk Report
Capturing the same charm and whimsy she brought to Seattle Walk Report, Instagram darling Susanna Ryan takes things a step further, revealing the forgotten history behind the people, places, and things that shaped Seattle.Cartoonist and creator of Seattle Walk Report, Susanna Ryan strolls on with a quirky new illustrated guide celebrating Seattle's historical treasures and outdoor wonders. In ... Read more

$9.99 USD

Capturing the same charm and whimsy she brought to Seattle Walk Report, Instagram darling Susanna Ryan takes things a step further, revealing the forgotten history behind the people, places, and things that shaped Seattle.Cartoonist and creator of Seattle Walk Report, Susanna Ryan strolls on with a quirky new illustrated guide celebrating Seattle's historical treasures and outdoor wonders. In
... Read more
Journeys of a Lifetime, Second Edition

500 of the World's Greatest Trips

by National Geographic ...

Featuring 120 new destinations, this best-selling inspirational travel guide reveals 500 celebrated and lesser-known destinations around the globe, from ocean cruises in Antarctica to horse treks in the Andes. Completely revised and updated for its 10th anniversary.Compiled from the favorite trips of National Geographic's legendary travel writers, this fully updated, 10th anniversary edition of ... Read more

$16.99 USD

Featuring 120 new destinations, this best-selling inspirational travel guide reveals 500 celebrated and lesser-known destinations around the globe, from ocean cruises in Antarctica to horse treks in the Andes. Completely revised and updated for its 10th anniversary.Compiled from the favorite trips of National Geographic's legendary travel writers, this fully updated, 10th anniversary edition of
... Read more

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