Green Travel

Wilda Firestone survives off black coffee and white-hot sarcasm. And despite the colorful slew of characters filing through her time tourism costume shop, the retired First Nations temporal agent would prefer a quiet, more linear existence. So she’s less than impressed when a dying explorer crashes into her store, unleashing a plague that sends countless travelers to an early doom....

Overground Railroad chronicles the history of the Green Book, which was published from 1936 to 1966. For years, it was dangerous for African Americans to travel in the United States. Because of segregation, Black travelers couldn't eat, sleep, or even get gas at most white-owned businesses. The Green Book listed hotels, restaurants, stores, gas stations, and other businesses that were safe for Black travelers. It took courage to be listed in it, and the stories from those who took a stand against racial segregation are recorded and celebrated.

For more than 30 years, Patience Gray, author of the celebrated cookbook Honey from a Weed, lived in a remote area of Puglia in southernmost Italy. She lived without electricity, modern plumbing, or a telephone, grew much of her own food, and gathered and ate wild plants alongside her neighbors in this economically impoverished region. She was fond of saying that she wrote only for herself and her friends, yet her growing reputation brought a steady stream of international visitors to her door.

Adrian Ring is in a coma. Shot by a traitor in his midst, he has slipped into an existence where his consciousness is neither alive nor dead. He has gone to the other side. Bolstered by the presence of the friends he has lost since "that day", Adrian embarks on exploring this frozen landscape of dreams and nightmares. Transported through time and space, Adrian sees a hunting trip firsthand with Gavin and then relives one of Gilbert's worst firefights during his Vietnam era. Then, he sees something that hasn't happened yet, but will. And what he sees will change the world forever.

Sustainable Travel For Dummies is for travelers of all ages and budgets who want to reduce their carbon footprints, respect and protect the planet, contribute to local economies, and incorporate conservation into their travel experiences. This guide shows you what sustainable travel is, why it's important, and how to do it—with no travel shaming. Award-winning travel journalist Lee Mylne brings a global perspective on fun ways to travel responsibly.

Jonathon Swift changed the way that prose was written forever, now for the first time ever you can listen to three of his best works collected in one bundle! Writing both fiction and satire, Jonathon Swift was noted for his poignant and often times cutting views of the society he lived in. He is still regarded as the most important prose satirist in the English language and is required reading in many schools.

House Sitting will change your life! Did you know you can travel all over the world (and U.S.) and stay in 100% FREE accommodations? You’re going to discover an insider's secret to travel for weeks, months, or year-round while saving tons of money! If you would love to travel more but thought it costs too much, then this book is for you! You can eliminate your monthly rent or mortgage by traveling full-time, rent-free! Imagine paying off debt while you travel. It's possible! Housesitting is a secret world that few people know about. Save thousands of dollars while you ...

Discover the essence of the vibrant culture, rich history, and diverse range of experiences that await you in Fredericksburg, Virginia. This compact guide is packed with insider tips and local recommendations to help you make the most of your visit, whether you have a day, a weekend, or a week to spare. Uncover hidden gems like the tavern that once welcomed travelers, including George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. Experience the best of culinary delights at local restaurants and cafes, and indulge in unique adventures like wine tastings, brewery tours, and gourmet dining experiences. ...

This book depicts the adventures of James and his friend Rocky Chore, from the future. Over and over again he saves the world or part of it and he gets back home before his mom has a chance to even worry at all. There are some tense times, but Rocky shore always comes to the rescue, even when he rode that T-Rex dinosaur. Not only does he save the world but also he finds out what life is really about.

The happy, tranquil, traditional way of life on the remote, little Scottish island of Skran far out in the Firth of Clyde is threatened with unwanted upheaval along with an environmental disaster by big business. Can Bonnie and Clive Sutherland help prevent it or will money speak. Drams, Jams and Scams follows on from where our previous book Daydream Believers left off. Drams are the moonshine peatreek that is illicitly distilled on the island, that they are continually being offered. The jams are what they get into when they encounter tight spots; including ghosts, a mysterious station ...

Yearning to delve into the mysteries of the Highlands? Skip the tourist traps and unearth new ways to delight in its legendary landscape. (2025 Edition) Have you dreamed of visiting Scotland but hate canned tours? Overwhelmed by which marvels to choose when short on time? Struggling with planning but don’t want to be beholden to a guide? Author and seasoned traveler Christy Nicholas has turned her passion for the nooks and crannies of the country’s beautiful lonely moors into a deep knowledge of a country bursting with history and beauty. And now she’s here to share a treasure trove ...

Mandy Monroe always thought she would see Paris with her husband, Darius. But since he decided to travel the open road in an RV with some hussy, Mandy is visiting Paris with her movie star daughter, Sasha, who is filming scenes for her new movie. Mandy is looking forward to a weekend of sightseeing, dining and relaxing. When a man falls to his death right in front of her, Mandy's plans change. The police say the fall was accidental, but how does that explain the blackmail note that fell from his pocket? With her British-Indian housekeeper/companion Lila along for weekend, Mandy sets out to ...

They are trees of life and trees of knowledge. They are wish-fulfillers, rain forest royalty, more precious than gold. They are the fig trees, and they have affected humanity in profound but little-known ways. Gods, Wasps and Stranglers tells their amazing story. Fig trees fed our prehuman ancestors, influenced diverse cultures, and played key roles in the dawn of civilization.

From the Lambic breweries of Belgium, where beer is fermented with wild yeasts drawn down from the air around the brewery, to the aquifers below Burton-on-Trent, where the brewing water is rumored to contain life-giving qualities, Miracle Brew tells the full story behind the amazing role each of these fantastic four - a grass, a weed, a fungus, and water - has to play.

Mandy Monroe is ready for her third act. Newly retired from the school district, she and her husband plan to travel the country in an RV. Or so she thought. Her husband has other ideas. Instead, Mandy packs her suitcase along with her broken heart and joins her movie star daughter in London. Sightseeing, gala events and all the tea and scones you can manage. Things are looking up until Mandy discovers the body of an earl – with a letter opener in his back – and lands in the sights of the lead detective inspector. In a strange country with no friends, Mandy must prove her innocence. ...

Hilarious misadventures when Cathy suddenly decides that it's time to set about achieving the things that she's never done before. To prove to herself and to others that she can do them. To stretch herself. To do things that she wants to do. Travelling, exploring new places in her caravan. But she ends up encountering more than she ever expects. It's three years now since her beloved husband Adam died. They both shared a love of caravanning in Rosie their caravan. But Adam did all the towing. Does Catherine sell her? Or does she summon up the courage and go on a training course to learn how...

Greater than a Tourist: Nashville Tennessee, USA by Elise Tedeschi offers the inside scoop on the booming city of Nashville. 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. Travel like a local. Slow down, stay in one place, and get to know the people and culture. By the time you finish this book, you will be eager and prepared to travel to your next destination.

I spend five months every year living in Costa Rica and seven months traveling around the United States in my motorhome. I earn my living being a digital nomad. In this book, you’ll discover the cheapest, safest, and most enjoyable way to become a digital nomad.

Patria de los chiles más famosos del mundo y ciudad universitaria, Humboldt la llamó “la ciudad de las flores” y luego fue conocida como “la Atenas veracruzana”. Posee el museo de arqueología regional más importante del país, el mejor lugar para admirar el misterioso legado de los olmecas. Y todos los verdes de México.

Exploramos la belleza del Pre-Sahara en el sur de Marruecos, encajonado entre los altos picos del Atlas y la inmensidad de arena.