Europe

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....

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....

The author of Call Me by Your Name returns with a deeply romantic memoir of his time in Rome while on the cusp of adulthood.

In the first of three essays included in this audiobook, Bill Bryson decides to move back to the United States, after nearly two decades in Britain. But not before taking one last trip....

More than 20 years ago, Frances Mayes introduced readers to a wondrous new world when she bought and restored an abandoned Tuscan villa called Bramasole. Under the Tuscan Sun inspired generations to embark on their own journeys....

Bill Bryson is an unabashed Anglophile who, through a mistake of history, happened to be born and bred in Iowa. Righting that error, he spent 20 years in England before deciding to repatriate....

Scotsman Andrew McAlindon provides a guide to the extraordinary tapestry of the land, history, folklore and stories of his homeland....

Twenty years ago, Bill Bryson went on a trip around Britain to discover and celebrate that green and pleasant land. The result was Notes from a Small Island, a true classic and one of the bestselling travel books ever written....

Greater Than a Tourist: Gibraltar by Stephen Philips offers the inside scoop on Gibraltar. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. This audiobook will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination....

With a brand-new, original introduction from Rick reflecting on his decades of travel, For the Love of Europe features 100 of the best stories published throughout his career. Covering his adventures through Europe, these are stories only Rick Steves could tell....

There are a lot of different ways to learn a language—studying books, taking a class, or even watching foreign movies. But I’m an auditory learner. I have to hear and repeat the language to make it stick. And that’s what you’ll experience with this audiobook....

When faced with an empty nest, Kari decides to spread her wings. A contemporary take on an ancient experience, Pilgrim is an entertaining and moving memoir of Kari’s 900-kilometer walk to Santiago de Compostela in Spain....

When you download Spain: Essential Travel Tips - All You Need to Know, you will be well-prepared to visit the country of your dreams....

Spain is an immemorial land like no other, one that James A. Michener, the Pulitzer Prize–winning author and celebrated citizen of the world, came to love as his own. Iberia is Michener’s enduring nonfiction tribute to his cherished second home....

What do you do when your adult kids fly the nest and you are having a midlife crisis during a global pandemic? You buy a 22 room derelict villa in Italy while grocery shopping of course. Well, that is what Rosie did....

"Eastern Europe" has gone out of fashion since the fall of the Soviet Union. Ask someone today, and they might tell you that Estonia is in the Baltics or Scandinavia, that Slovakia is in Central Europe, and that Croatia is in the eastern Adriatic or the Balkans....

Thrust into the unlikely role of professional "literary walking tour" guide, an expat writer provides the most irresistibly witty and revealing tour of Paris in years....

One of the most entertaining travelogues ever written....

Greater Than A Tourist - Glasgow Lanarkshire Scotland, by Maria Nagy, offers the inside scoop on Glasgow. This audiobook will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination....

An introduction to the wines of Italy by region and grape, telling the story of how the history of the country shaped Italian wines and how modern winemakers are looking to the past to revive the industry....

In 2009 musician Franz Nicolay left his job in the Hold Steady, aka the world's greatest bar band. Over the next five years, he crossed the world with a guitar in one hand, a banjo in the other....

Peter Mayle personally recounts the pleasures and frustrations of Provençal life--sharing in a way no one else can, the unique and endearing culture that is Provence....

In Polish Short Stories: 11 Simple Stories for Beginners Who Want to Learn Polish in Less Time While Also Having Fun, you will encounter rich and new but not too complex vocabulary, which is translated at the end of the chapter....

In large parts of France where they don't speak English, the reception you get in the restaurant if you say "Bonsoir, avez vous une table pour quatre s'il vous plait?" instead of mumbling in English, is night and day....

Ranging far from his adopted Provence, Peter Mayle now travels to every corner of France, armed with knife, fork, and corkscrew. He takes us to tiny, out-of-the-way restaurants...

In Roman Year, André Aciman captures the period of his adolescence that began when he and his family first set foot in Rome, after being expelled from Egypt. Though Aciman’s family had been well-off in Alexandria, all vestiges of their status vanished when they fled, and the author, his younger brother, and his deaf mother moved into a rented apartment in Rome’s Via Clelia. Though dejected, Aciman’s mother and brother found their way into life in Rome, while Aciman, still unmoored, burrowed into his bedroom to read one book after the other.

This book is designed to give the everyday motorcyclist many ideas on great destinations, incredible road routes and awesome places to enjoy traveling on your motorcycle. It includes a vast array of ideas from many countries across Europe.

"Retiring to Portugal: A Guide to Help People Relocating to Portugal" is your essential companion for embarking on an exciting new chapter in the sun-soaked land of Portugal. This meticulously researched book covers everything you need to know about making Portugal your retirement haven. From navigating visa requirements and healthcare options to finding your perfect home and managing finances, we've got you covered. Discover the rich culture, delicious cuisine, and stunning landscapes that make Portugal a retiree's paradise. Learn how to integrate into local communities, master the ...

Hope you're ready to embark on a journey of discovery through one of Europe's most captivating cities! Yearning to immerse yourself in Berlin's eclectic mix of history, culture, and modernity? Eager to uncover hidden gems and iconic landmarks beyond the tourist trail? Look no further! "Berlin Unveiled" is your passport to the heart and soul of Germany's dynamic capital, curated by seasoned travelers.

Dreaming of sun-drenched piazzas, mouth-watering cuisine, and a lifestyle that prioritizes enjoyment over the rat race? This comprehensive guide Retiring to Italy: The Complete Guide to Living Your Italian Dream unveils the secrets to turning your Italian retirement fantasy into reality. From navigating visa requirements to finding your perfect home among rolling Tuscan hills or charming coastal villages, we provide expert advice every step of the way. Discover how to embrace local culture, master the art of dolce far niente (sweet idleness), and build a vibrant new life in your adopted ...

Ben Edge is a rising star of both the art world and the current folk renaissance. This first trade book of Edge's art, featuring over 200 artworks, is a unique insight into his creative process as well as the first mainstream book to explore the amazing and wildly popular folk customs of the British ritual year. Ben Edge has travelled the length and breadth of Britain recording the weird and wonderful folk customs alive in communities all over the country.

A book about intense physical and personal experience, narrating how Victoria Whitworth began swimming in the cold waters of Orkney as a means of escaping a failing marriage. This is a memoir of intense physical and personal experience, exploring how swimming with seals, gulls and orcas in the cold waters off Orkney provided Victoria Whitworth with an escape from a series of life crises and helped her to deal with intolerable loss.

Welcome to the third edition of 101 London Travel Tips. With over 20 years of travel experience in London, we’ve packed this newly updated edition with invaluable advice to help you navigate the city like a local. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a frequent traveler, nearly every tip has been revised for 2024, covering everything from mastering the Tube and avoiding common tourist traps to experiencing the city's best-hidden gems. Topics Covered: Packing and essential travel advice Navigating public transport (Tube, buses, taxis) Hidden gems and free attractions Dining, shopping, ...

From a magical childhood in Kenya, through misery at an American high school, to rescue by an inspirational teacher in England, Victoria Whitworth weaves a sublimely rich narrative, which is both an ode to her beloved Greece and Corfu, and a highly original exploration of myth and legend. Her adventures in the often weird and unsettling world of a Corinth English language school, and the shattering experience of her rape by a Greek taxi driver, lead Victoria to question some deeply familiar stories.

Parliamo Italiano: Simple Traveler's Guide to ItalianEmbark on your Italian adventure with confidence and ease with "Parliamo Italiano: Simple Traveler's Guide to Italian." This indispensable phrasebook is meticulously designed for travelers, providing essential Italian phrases for various scenarios, from dining and shopping to navigating transportation and handling emergencies.

Imagine waking up to the aroma of freshly baked Italian bread and the sound of church bells echoing through charming cobblestone streets. Relocating to Italy is not just about moving to a new country; it's about embracing a life filled with culture, history, and mouthwatering cuisine. The allure of this Mediterranean paradise is irresistible, and if you're dreaming of a life-changing adventure, "Starting a New Life in Italy: The Ultimate Relocating Guide for Nomads" is your must-listen to make your Italian dream a reality.

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Andalucía. Greater Than a Tourist - Andalucía by Lara Jayne Parsons offers first hand and personal insights into a province thriving with history, culture, flamenco and not forgetting, food! Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the ‘Greater Than a Tourist’ series, this book will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

Ne sprašujte za pot: Blodnik po Istri je nenavaden vodnik, ki so ga zasnovale Agata Tomažič, Tamara Langus in Teja Kleč. Avtorice so popisale istrske poti, po katerih so blodile, in navdihujoče dogodivščine, ki so se jim na njih pripetile. "Če ste ljubitelj preverjenih turističnih destinacij in vas navdušujejo uveljavljene znamenitosti, potem se vam ta blodnik ne bo zdel niti malo uporaben," pravijo avtorice.

Greater Than a Tourist—Florence, Italy by Celia Vergon offers the inside scoop on Florence. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this book will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

Schweden, aber richtig! Schweden steht ganz oben auf deiner Wunschliste, aber nicht als Urlaubsdestination, sondern als zukünftiger Wohnort? Wenn du schon seit Langem mit dem Gedanken spielst, endlich auszuwandern, dann ist jetzt der perfekte Zeitpunkt, um es zu tun. Mit diesem Buch hast du den perfekten Begleiter an deiner Seite, der dir hilft, deinem Traum einen großen Schritt näher zu kommen. Der Gedanke an eine Auswanderung mag einschüchternd sein – er bedeutet, sich großen Herausforderungen zu stellen, Mut zu zeigen und das Vertraute hinter sich zu lassen.