Southern Travel

In 2018, Captain Louis Rudd, MBE, walked into the history books when he finished a solo, unsupported crossing of Antarctica, pulling a 130kg-sledge laden with his supplies for more than 900 miles. Louis’ skills had been honed in the SAS, on operations in Afghanistan and Iraq, but now - in the most hostile environment on Earth - they would be tested like never before. Alone on the ice, Louis battled through whiteouts, 50-mph gales and temperatures of -30 degrees Celsius. It would take all his mental strength to survive.

Embark on a captivating journey through Chile with our concise yet comprehensive Travel Guide. From the vibrant streets of Santiago to the surreal landscapes of Patagonia, this guide is your go-to companion for exploring the diverse wonders of this South American gem. Discover cultural insights, culinary delights, festivals, practical tips, and essential information to make your Chilean adventure seamless and unforgettable.

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Charleston. Greater Than a Tourist - Charleston, South Carolina, by Rachael Chastain, offers the inside scoop on the Lowcountry.

A faraway land. A brutal dictatorship. And a missing teacup. In America, a Korean immigrant church is teetering on brink of bankruptcy. Its only hope is to recover a valuable onyx teacup that had belonged to its minister’s grandfather decades ago, before the division of the Korean peninsula. The problem: The treasure has been located in North Korea, one of the worst countries in the world. Its people have only known poverty, propaganda, and starvation. But there’s no time to waste. Someone needs to recover it—fast. Enter Ainsley Walker. In her most thrilling mystery yet, Ainsley ...

History of Australia Australia is one of those countries that are known for the fauna – but not always for their remarkable past. Starting with the history of the aboriginal roots and going for its evolution into the present day, Australia was not an easy continent to live in. There used to be bloodshed, conflict, and a lot of negativity at every step. However, while it may feature a dark past marked by battles, massacres, and conflicts between the aboriginal folk and the people, it is these events that turned Australia into what it is today. Each event brought with it a lesson – one ...

In this sweet romance, could she dream of a beach wedding? When Donna Turner and her two girlfriends leave Alabama for California, Donna runs out of money. Her girlfriends continue their journey, leaving Donna in Needles, California, to work in a diner. Donna worshipped the ground Tommy Crowley walked on when she was fifteen, and now he shows up at the diner where she works. Will he remember her and still think of her as her brother’s skinny kid sister? Tommy Crowley is an architect driving to California to join his uncle’s company. The mature Donna’s beauty and courage appeal to ...

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want an edible experience? Would you like some culinary guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Eat Like a Local audiobook is for you. In these sections, you will discover advice on having a unique edible experience. This audiobook will not tell you exact addresses or hours but instead will give you excitement and knowledge of food and drinks from a local that you may not find in other travel food guides.

Laura Pariani è andata per la prima volta a 15 anni in Argentina e in Patagonia, in un viaggio folgorante alla ricerca di un nonno che si era trasferito là. Su questo palinsesto i ritorni si sono accumulati come fonte inesauribile di scoperte di sé e della vita. Nella sua Patagonia il paesaggio del Fin del Mundo è segnato dalle ferite immedicabili dello sterminio indio. C'è uno spaesante contrasto tra la "discrezione dei manufatti umani", spesso definiti "arrugginiti", e la "densa vitalità" della natura.

Ben and Helen Harrison set aside their comfortable life in San Francisco and headed to Costa Rica to build a 38-foot sailboat. They had never built a boat before...Then they had to get it down a mountainside to the water, and from there sail to Key West, where they now live. It was a dauntless task and a challenge that put their marriage, their sanity, and their very lives on the line. A real-life adventure that will make you feel like you’ve got a berth on La Dulce Mujer Pintada, the Sweet Painted Lady.

In India, a popular trivia about a movie of Superstar Rajnikanth is that it was shot in Machu Picchu, one of the seven new wonders of the world. But not many would be aware that Peru is the country where Machu Picchu is located. Even fewer would have had the chance to visit it. I was fortunate to spend a couple of weeks there during December 2023. I was inspired by its antiquity, history, and natural beauty. I have attempted to share my experiences through this book.

Embark on a captivating journey through the diverse landscapes, rich culture, and vibrant history of Argentina with our comprehensive travel guide. From the bustling streets of Buenos Aires to the breathtaking vistas of Patagonia, this guide offers an immersive experience into the heart of South America's second largest country.

Greater Than a Tourist: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa by Natasha van der Schyff offers the inside scoop on Pretoria. Most travel guides tell you how to travel like a tourist. As part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this guide 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 the culture.

Dark days are coming to the sunny Cayman Islands’ shore. The Chinese want to use them to test new ways to knock out the US grid. Government and the electrical company are fighting over rates. Black-outs and chaos can only be averted if a strange alliance of ex-US and Russian agents act in time. It's a mess. But it's also a fun story. Smile as you read. Doom and gloom never lasts in Cayman!

What made me write a book on this subject? South Indian Hindu marriage is a mix of cultural traditions and belief system. There are strong emotions attached to the past karma, good and bad times, and auspicious times (Muhurta, in Sanskrit). For example, there is an auspicious time set for consummating the marriage. Sometimes, couples have to wait few days after the marriage for that event. It’s interesting to watch these traditions, at a time when marriage and divorce can be obtained within a day at Vegas!

After the apocalypse, the flight. The ocean world is gripped by a pandemic that annihilates everything in its wake. In a desperate act to save their species a remnant of survivors is launched into the depths of space. Frozen in cryo-sleep, they would only wake if their ship detected a habitable planet. But there was no sanctuary, and they continued into the cold and dark. Centuries later Earth’s dream of finding her sister planet has come true, and it looked like it was free for the taking. But buried in the ruins of what was once a mighty civilization, evidence of the original ...

The Blessed South lies somewhere between a travel diary and a poetic sketchbook. With his usual skill, Alexander Kuprin lends the air of romance even to the most mundane scenes and situations, inviting the listener to be captivated and enjoy.

Este audiolibro contiene elementos de la bitácora de viajes realizados a Cuba, Argentina, Uruguay, Bolivia, Perú y Brasil en los años 2004 y 2005 por el autor. El texto original fue escrito en Agosto del 2004 en Puerto Maldonado.

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This is the fifth of a series of books I have or will be released titled "Italy Then and Now," each dedicated to one of the twenty Italian regions. This book showcases both the Trentino-Alto Adige as well as the Friuli-Venezia Giulia regions' evolution, notable historical and contemporary figures, and unique regional cuisines and wine specialties. Given the relatively small size of the Trentino-Alto Adige and Friuli-Venezia Giulia regions, this book, as an exception, includes both regions.

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want an edible experience? Would you like some culinary guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Eat Like a Local book is for you. Eat Like a Local: Rio, by author Sofia Junqueira, offers the inside scoop on food in Rio de Janeiro. 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.