Novedades

This photo-based tour includes over 125 pictures from interesting and historical locations around Australia and New Zealand with short background histories / information. Featured locations include: the Sydney Opera House, the Sydney Harbor Bridge, St. Mary's Cathedral, Supreme Court of New South Wales, Katoomba Scenic World, The Blue Mountains (including the Three Sisters), Featherdale Wildlife Park, the Eureka Skydeck Tower, the Koala Sanctuary and Penguin Parade, the Great Barrier Reef, Hobbiton (the location where the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit movies were filmed), the Waitomo ...

When Vicky and Joe wave goodbye to their beloved Spanish village, they face their future in Australia with some trepidation. Now they must build a new life amongst strangers, snakes, and spiders the size of saucers. Accompanied by their enthusiastic new puppy, Lola, adventures abound, both heartwarming and terrifying.

A story of a couple's trek through the Tongariro Alpine Crossing near lake Taupo in New Zealand. A guide for anyone interested in what the Tongariro Crossing is like as a hike or trek, and for fans of Lord of the Rings films. Tongariro mountain was featured in the Lord of the Rings movies by Peter Jackson. The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is a stunning trek through various other-worldy landscapes, and is something every visitor to New Zealand's North Island should try to experience at least once. Read this to discover why this should be your number 1 experience when visiting New Zealand. Tags:...

Devoted wife Kira is devastated when she learns her husband, Mark has cheated on her. Desperate to escape the betrayal, she runs away with free-spirited Rain, even though they only met the night before. With both women seeing their own answers to life's biggest questions, they travel through Victoria, Australia, meeting new people along the way-with only some being friendly. All the while being profoundly touched by the spiritual culture within the natural landscapes. Despite her sublime surroundings, Kira remains heartbroken over Mark's betrayal, as losing him means losing her very ...

What happened when a young man ditched the office and headed to the outback of Australia for the adventure of a lifetime? In 2002, a young Englishman left London behind to try something new on a working holiday. One year; 2,000 sheep: 4,000 km travelled. Horses and quad bikes; two light aircraft; one Ford station wagon. He uncovered real life far from the hustle and bustle of the beaches and coffee shops of the East coast. There were "Skimpies", surly farmers, tough miners, vets and call-girls. How did he go learning to fly, and getting behind the wheel of a ten-tonne truck? A must-read for...

Travel writer Steve Malins spent time as a young man challenging himself and learning about the world around him. He qualified as a military parachutist by the age of 19, sailed across the Atlantic and worked in the heart of Luxembourg. After a sabbatical “Down Under” in Australia learning to fly, farm and dive the Great Southern Land, he and his fiancée sold up in London and moved to Melbourne to start a family, embracing the climate, opportunities and offer of new life on an acre of land. There was lots to do—train as a firefighter, farm; fish the bay, camp and ski the Alpine, and ...

A young woman in a man's world takes on the media industry. Can she hit the heights of her dreams, or will she fall flat on her face? Sydney 1981 Alison Ripley Cubitt couldn't wait to make her mark. Having escaped her fractured New Zealand family only to end up dying of boredom behind a Mad-Men-era reception desk, she was determined to shatter the media's glass ceiling. Thrilled to score an unpaid television internship in London, she still needed to survive alone... Climbing her way up the career ladder, only to fall down again, Alison's life-changing moment finally arrived when she landed ...

Set off on a unique family journey to New Zealand, a captivating travel narrative that chronicles a family's self-planned exploration of one of the world's most breathtaking destinations. From the undulating hills of the North Island to the grandeur of the South Island's mountains and serene sounds, this book provides a vibrant portrayal of New Zealand's diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage. The book takes you through meticulously planned excursions, including stays at charming Airbnbs, scenic road trips, and thrilling activities such as hiking, kayaking, and bungee jumping. ...

Not a postcard. Not a pipe dream. Just the truth. This isn’t a book about how to ship your furniture to Hawai‘i or find a moving company. It’s about something bigger: deciding if life on the Big Island is really for you. Moving to Big Island Hawai‘i: Life on the East Side offers practical insight, personal stories, and straight-up advice for people thinking about leaving the mainland behind and starting fresh. If you're drawn to slower days, meaningful work, and the wild, untamed beauty of Hawai‘i Island’s east side, this book will help you think it through—clearly and ...

Number four in the Irish Times Bestsellers list in original fiction week ending 4th January 2014 Praise for 5 Peppermint Grove Michelle never lets the reader guess what’s coming and keeps the suspense with the warmth she adds to every page. Bookshelf reviews Jackson's latest novel will resonate with many Irish readers who have been touched by the heartbreak of emigration. Funny and empathetic, it is probably her best work yet. Irish Independent Another great book by a great Irish author! Michelle Jackson never disappoints! Bookworm Personally I think this is my favourite out of Michelle's...