Island Travel

Marvin Hunt’s remarkable Among the Children of the Sun takes readers to an island nation that millions of people visit yearly, but few actually know much about. Bypassing the well-known resorts of Nassau and Freeport, he concentrates on life in the other islands of the Bahamas—the Family Islands. Hunt explores the geology of these islands; the racial, social and political history of the nation; its storied history as an eighteenth-century haven for pirates; its customs, its food and music; its religious traditions; and the challenges it faces as an emerging nation, in a lively narrative...

Love in a tropical paradise – too good to be true? Hannah Klein is living a fantasy in the South Pacific: swaying palms, sunny skies, and an aquamarine lagoon that puts travel posters to shame. In two weeks, she’s scheduled to set sail on the voyage of her dreams – hardly the time to be thinking “forever” about the guy she just met. So what if he happens to be sweet, soulful, and absolutely succulent? The closer they get, the more Hannah suspects that Kyle’s the one. But is any man worth trading in her dreams for? Kyle Stanton has it all: a stellar career, an exciting life in ...

Between these dusty pages rests the complete, unabridged journal of a renowned professor, Warren S. Croft, who traveled to Lanai, Hawaii in 1940 to investigate the strange disappearance of the villagers of Keamoku at the hands of 'evil spirits'. He never returned. Here lies the full transcription of his chilling experience, along with 28 original photographs recovered from his camera. The evil mana spirits of ancient Hawaii are discussed in detail, and the pictures Dr. Croft took during his terrifying ordeal will make it difficult for you to sleep at night. But you will also learn exactly ...

Ikaria: A Love Odyssey on a Greek Island. Nonfiction by an author who has traveled to Greece during three different phases of her lifetime and has written about the small island Ikaria, it's inhabitants, it's distinctly remarkable beauty, and it's cultural life, and about how her love affair with the island has deeply affected her own life. Anita Sullivan's first book received the Western States Creative Nonfiction Award. Ikaria was written with the same excellence and should be well received.

Dreaming of sun-kissed beaches, azure waters, and vibrant cultures? Choosing the Right Caribbean Island is your ultimate guide to crafting the perfect tropical getaway. Dive into a world where every island promises a unique adventure, and uncover the hidden gems that make the Caribbean a paradise for travelers of all tastes. Begin your journey with an introduction to the enchanting diversity that defines this tropical wonderland. Explore the breathtaking landscapes and discover the unique flora and fauna that call these islands home. Whether you're an adrenaline junkie seeking thrilling ...

THE LADY OF THE LAKE —-The mystery of Lake Ronkonkoma Legends such as The Loch Ness Monster, Atlantis, Big Foot, and the Bermuda Triangle, the Lady of the Lake on Long Island have mystified people for centuries. As the story goes, an Indian princess became romantically involved with an English woodcutter who toiled across the lake from the Indian camp. When her father, Chief of the Setauket Tribe, discovered her love affair with the English settler, he forbid her from seeing him again. Saddened with depression, the princess rowed to the deepest part of Lake Ronkonkoma and took her own ...

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 ...

Everyone knows that the United States of America is made up of 50 states and, uh...some other stuff. The territories of American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, the Northern Mariana Islands, and the US Virgin Islands are often neglected, but they are filled with American flags and national parks and US post offices and some four million people, many of whom are as proudly red-white-and-blue as any Daughter of the American Revolution.

Unlock the secrets of the sea and embark on the ultimate exploration with the Island Hopping Adventure Guide. This comprehensive eBook is your passport to discovering the intoxicating allure of island adventures like never before. From planning your itinerary to savoring local cuisines, this guide transforms dreams into reality with a roadmap for both novice and seasoned travelers. Begin your journey with a deep dive into the fascinating world of island hopping, a travel lifestyle that balances the thrill of adventure with the tranquility of island life. Learn the art of crafting the ...

One plane in. One plane out. Seven days to fall in love. Landing a gig at a luxury all-male resort on a remote Pacific island should be every gay photographer’s dream, but not Beck Wilder. He shoots nature, not catwalk models, and although he’s willing to do a solid for a friend in the New York magazine industry, he’s expecting to hate every minute of his next assignment. What he doesn't expect is Rowan Hart—gorgeous, elusive, and the model who’s about to set Beck’s world ablaze. Rowan is everything Beck didn't know he needed: charming, magnetic, and hiding a realness that pulls...

A wondrous adventure that will make you smile & inspire you to go after your dreams. Krista plays it safe with her steady job and comfortable routine. But when a destination work retreat takes her to exotic Tahiti, she’s thrown out of her comfort zone. She’s also exhilarated and feeling alive for the first time in years. Could this be due to adventurous Mason, who shows her the island in unexpected ways? How can she hold onto this new zest for life once she returns home without him? From a New York Times bestselling author, don’t miss the chance to experience the adventure of each day...

Have you dreamed of visiting the magical island of Iceland? Exploring Iceland, A Pocket Size Guidebook for Discovering This Beautiful Nordic Island is the most up-to-date guide with information on what is available in Iceland. It will provide you with information on where to eat, hiking trails, transportation, where to stay and little tidbits not in other guides. It has sections that are broken down to the different areas of Iceland along with phone numbers and addresses.Bring it with you on your journey and fall in love with this beautiful country! Inside Exploring Iceland, A Pocket Size ...

Greece has around 6.000 islands, of which 227 are inhabited. In this tourist guide I will present 65 of them, as these are the most known with a ferry connection and some tourist infrastructure like accommodation and taverns. I will help you decide which island is the right for you and provide you with everything you need to have a great vacation. There is information regarding beaches, attractions, accommodation, access, connections, transportation, food & drink, purchases, and more. For many years me and my wife have been island hopping in the Greek islands every summer. Island hoping is ...

The Huck Finn of foreign correspondents provides a colorful account of old Honolulu, the island nobility, the City of Refuge on the Kona coast, and the active volcano of Kilauea. These selections of Mark Twain's newspaper dispatches are both charming and informative. The light touch of the great humorist is seldom missing as he reveals the "loveliest fleet of islands that lie anchored in any ocean".

Black Women Solo Travel: Meet Me in Thailand is presented by AMBW Press Destination: Paradise Phuket Island, Thailand - Allysia Union is an international event planner that specializes in destination weddings all over the world. Life throws her a rare opportunity when she receives a special request to plan a last minute multicultural arranged wedding between two people that had never met. Not one to back down from a challenge, she accepts the assignment and flies solo to the beautiful island of Phuket, Thailand. Anan Jaa is a busy global entrepreneur and very reluctant groom. He is thirty-...

Is refuge a place or a state of mind? An imbalance of energy can wreak havoc in the visible world. So it is with spiritual energies in the invisible provinces. In the eye of a hurricane, there can be peace, even as destruction swirls beyond the eye wall. Only a fool rests in the eye of a storm, for at any time a rogue wave can plunder. Beyond the wall, beyond the storm, is where true peace can be found in the visible world. So it is with those storms in the spiritual realm. What is through the wall of the unseen cosmos, where spirits dwell? Is there rebellion and warfare in the other plane?...

Why buy two separate guides when one gives you everything? Discover the best of both Maui and Kauai with this two-in-one travel companion—packed with interactive maps, insider tips, and unforgettable island adventures. Explore Maui, where sunrises from Haleakalā, bamboo forest trails, and oceanfront luaus set the tone for adventure. Then journey to Kauai, the Garden Isle, where emerald mountains, secret beaches, and ancient Hawaiian history come together in breathtaking harmony.

Greater Than a Tourist - Funchal Madeira Island Portugal offers the inside scoop on Funchal. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. That's alright, but this book gives you travel tips from someone who has lived at your destination. This book gives you knowledge you may not find in other smaller print travel books. Experience cultural, culinary delights, and attractions with the guidance of a Local. Slow down and get to know the people with this guide. After listening to this book, you will be ready to discover new activities at your next travel destination.

One plane in. One plane out. Seven days to fall in love. When ex-military builder Luke books a solo week at The Pink Orchid, a secluded gay beach resort on the tiny Pacific island of Makana Atoll, the last thing on his mind is romance. He’s there to clear his head, not lose his heart. But then there’s Jordie—the sweet, sharp, clean-cut architect who’s just as wounded, just as restless, just as desperate to escape the mess of his real life back home. Neither man expects the spark between them to ignite so fast, so hot, or so deep. In the golden glow of paradise, desire turns into ...

A shifter's secret, an agent's mission, and a love that defies the odds in a captivating tropical escape. Violet I rose above my past to become a famous pop star, only to have my secret identity as a wolf shifter exposed on social media. Desperate for peace amidst the chaos, I retreat to the idyllic Casa del Lobo, a tropical resort owned by a trusted friend. My path unexpectedly crosses with a captivating masseuse, and our instant connection is impossible to comprehend. In a world where fated mates no longer exist, trusting the bond is a risk that may be too dangerous to take. Jesse As a ...