Island Travel

New Zealand: A Novel spans almost 500 years and covers the respective discoveries of New Zealand by Pacific Islanders and Europeans. From the outset the two stories are interposed. It starts in the 1300’s with the departure of Islanders from Hawaiki in search of land far to the south. The hardy, brown-skinned people who arrive here first call themselves Maori and they call their new home Aotearoa – land of the long, white cloud. The fascinating, eventful and sometimes violent lives of descendants of those first arrivals are traced through the centuries until the arrival of Europeans ...

Hidden beaches, secret shores, and a landscape rich with historical landmarks and activity. If these things are at the top of your travel list, then you should definitely pay a visit to Narragansett, Rhode Island. Despite these stunning landmarks and untouched adventures, many people are still unaware of the glorious opportunities that Narragansett has to offer its visitors. Introducing Discover Narragansett, Rhode Island, the ultimate travel and vacation guide for anyone keen to step out of the norm, carve their own travel path, and make the most of their adventure to this stunning ...

Anne has been bitten by the travel bug. Again. Would South America heal her? She and her husband Peter begin their epic journey high in the Andes in Quito, Ecuador when Anne encounters a young couple—one miserable and the other clueless. Will this serendipitous happenstance change each woman’s life? While Baby Boomers Anne and Peter commune with Blue-Footed Boobies and one-hundred-year-old tortoises in Ecuador’s Galápagos Islands, then explore ten thousand foot mountains in Machu Picchu in Peru, Millennials Reza and Nico embark as well on an adventurous feat exploring both countries....

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 ...

Embark on an enlightening journey with "Journey to a Greener Caribbean," your comprehensive guide to exploring one of the world's most beautiful regions while preserving its natural and cultural treasures. Imagine pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and vibrant communities—all thriving together, thanks to choices made by mindful travelers like you. Start by deep-diving into the complexities of Caribbean tourism, where historical influences, environmental challenges, and socioeconomic factors converge. Discover how your travel decisions can be a catalyst for positive change, fostering ...

Journalist Susan Casey was in her living room when she first glimpsed this strange place and its resident sharks, their dark fins swirling around a tiny boat in a documentary. These great whites were the alphas among alphas, the narrator said, some of them topping 18 feet in length, and each fall they congregated here off the northern California coast.

Voyage to the outcrops of the tropics, where dreamers and degenerates mingle in an exotic setting of mysterious jungle ruins, narcotic drinks, and secret un-surfed waves. In this encomium to his experience teaching English in Micronesia, S. Jacques Stratton offers a wry portrayal of the ex-pat life, conveyed through vignettes and characters that evoke a lost, limnal latitude. Both memoir and travelogue, augmented with photographs from the author's collection, Islands on the Fringe will spark the wanderlust of those who crave offbeat adventure beyond the main-traveled routes.

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.

Best friends in Bali. A secret crush. One bed. Could one week change our lives forever? Dawn: I'm adrift in a sea of uncertainty, trying to figure out the woman in the mirror. All I ever wanted was a family, but my ex-husband blames me for its absence. After the divorce, I am embarking on an adventure to Bali, seeking who I’m supposed to be. But I'm not alone. My best friend, Cole Foster, insists on joining me. He's so sweet I hardly notice how hot and athletic he is. Really. We even booked separate rooms. Well, until a resort catastrophe forces us to share a bungalow. And a bed. Bali is ...

Make mine a moussaka? Yes, please. Discover Greece. This book is a jolly good travel read and added cooking challenge. One can seek adventure, culture and new horizons in Greece, depending on the whim of the moment - or do nothing successfully in very picturesque surroundings. Oh to eat moussaka at sunset overlooking a tiny bay, while listening to the waves lap on the pebbles nearby ... Move over Shirley Valentine! Here's a sample from the chapters, recipes included: Athens - Maybe it’s not the Paris of the Mediterranean, but nothing quite eclipses the Acropolis. Moussaka - the authentic ...

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 ...

Discover a world beyond the ordinary with Hidden Gems, your ultimate guide to the most enchanting and overlooked destinations across the globe. This captivating eBook invites you on a journey to explore the world’s forgotten corners, dotted with untold stories and enigmatic beauty. Begin your adventure by delving into the allure of abandoned places, from forgotten cities steeped in history to the ghost towns of the Wild West. Urban exploration reveals hidden facets of cities once bustling with life, now abandoned to time. The book then whisks you away to enigmatic island escapes, where ...

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 ...

What starts with young Jim Hawkins meeting a beggar and ends in a climactic battle between him and one of the most infamous villains in literature — Long John Silver — has long been revered as the ultimate pirate adventure story. This non - dramatized classic will sweep you off to a world of sly and savvy seafarers as the young Hawkins navigates treachery, assassination and the ominous prophecy of the black spot in the greatest treasure hunt known to literature.

Danica Lane thought escaping the sick web of a Los Angles predator was the hardest thing shed ever do, until she swept through time to 1883 into the arms of an accused killer. Nathan Hayes learned at an early age to live his life honor-bound, but when he was arrested for a murder he didn't commit, avoiding a noose took precedence. He never dreamed taking refuge in an abandoned, stone cellar would thrust him one hundred-forty years into the future.

My book of memories, One thing I found after moving here, was how humble I became, because although so many have so little, and struggle to get by everyday, they are such happy, and loving people, who would give you their only bowl of rice. It truly was eye opening to me, I am proud to be among such wonderful and beautiful people here in the Philippines. Who would gladly give you the shirt off their back if you needed it. It touched my heart and my soul and made me see the big picture, it isn’t wanting what you don’t have, happiness is being grateful to be a live, and appreciating what ...

Culinary tourism is an important aspect of any travel experience. Food has the ability to tell you a story of a destination, its landscapes, and culture on a single plate. Most food guides tell you how to eat like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Eat Like a Local series, this audiobook will give you a food guide from someone who has lived at your next culinary destination.

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 ...

For decades, the singular and provocative paintings by Cree artist Kent Monkman have featured a recurring character—an alter ego of sorts, a shape-shifting, time-travelling elemental being named Miss Chief Eagle Testickle. Though we have glimpsed her across the years in films and on countless canvases, it is finally time to hear her story, in her own words. And, in doing so, to hear the whole history of Turtle Island anew.

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 ...