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Set in the nineteenth century, World Odyssey (The World Duology, #1) follows the fortunes of three young travelers as each embarks on an epic journey. Their dramatic adventures span sixteen years and see them engage with Native American Indians, Barbary Coast pirates, Aborigines, Maoris and Pacific Islanders as they travel around the world - from America to Africa, from England to the Canary Islands, to Australia, New Zealand and Samoa. Ambitious American adventurer Nathan Johnson's journey begins when he runs away to sea to escape a violent father. After surviving a shipwreck and ...

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. Eat like a Local - Northern California Redwoods and the Southern Oregon Coast by Jordan Blansit offers the inside scoop on food, drink, and a little bit of hiking in the greatest place on Earth (her personal opinion, but also possibly a fact). Culinary tourism is an important aspect of any travel experience.

THE OPPORTUNIST – AN ENTERPRISING LIFE IN SPAIN is Craig K. Kirkland’s account of his inventive and ignoble efforts to make his fortune. After a rather unscrupulous apprenticeship in the north midlands he is forced to flee abroad to further his ambitions and in this amusing chronicle he recounts his unethical exploits with brazen honesty. Mr Kirkland’s eye-opening tale of ingenuity and avarice, though not for the overly righteous, makes for an entertaining and thought-provoking read. This book is not intended as an instruction manual and the publisher does not condone the author’s ...

50 Things to Know about the Birds in South Africa by Author Bonnie Kaplan Kaufmann offers a beginners approach to finding the most common species of birds in the country. Most books on birding tell you to travel to specific locations and hotspots for one or two prize species on your life list. Although there's nothing wrong with that, this audiobook takes another approach. Here, we present you with the regional view of the whole of South Africa, and help you to locate the habitats and special locations near your travel destination.

Explore the wild natural beauty and exotic culture of Ecuador with this comprehensive travel companion for your next vacation! Jam-packed with fascinating facts, expert traveller’s tips, and seasoned wisdom for exploring this amazing South American country, this handy Ecuador travel guide provides you with a wealth of helpful resources and insights for the perfect vacation. Whether you want to visit the soaring Andes mountains, explore the diverse wildlife in the thick Amazon rainforest or on the Galapagos islands, or soak up authentic Ecuadorian culture and cuisine, you’ll discover how...

Returning from the horrors of World War I, James Hall and Charles Nordhoff follow a dream to tour the South Pacific. They later coauthored Mutiny on the Bounty. This is a love story. A travelogue and an adventure rolled into one.

South Solo is a story of indomitable courage, of passion to save an endangered species like the albatross, and the unique adventure of solo kayaking in the frigid waters off Antarctica.

When not writing his famous Western novels, Zane Grey was an insatiable angler. Tales of Southern Rivers recounts his tales of fishing in the Gulf of Mexico, the Florida Keys, the Everglades, and on remote rivers in the jungles of Mexico. With many of these venues being some of today's most popular saltwater fly-fishing destinations, no one will want to miss these highly entertaining and informative stories. Armchair fishing will never be the same.

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.

Leaving from Brooklyn, New York, in August 1911, John Muir, at the age of seventy-three and traveling alone, embarked on an eight-month, 40,000-mile voyage to South America and Africa. The 1911-12 journals and correspondence reproduced in this volume allow us to travel with him up the great Amazon, into the jungles of southern Brazil, to snowline in the Andes, through southern and central Africa to the headwaters of the Nile, and across six oceans and seas in order to reach the rare forests he had so long wished to study.

Chasing Dreamtime is the incredible true-life story of a young traveler's journey through memory and myth. In 1975, after college and a brief, disastrous marriage, Neva Sullaway attempts to escape her anguish as well as the post-Vietnam confusion of her generation by sailing alone around the world, but her plans are abruptly scuttled. A string of unlikely events occurs and sends her boat-hopping across the vast South Pacific. While sailing among the exquisitely beautiful Pacific atolls, Sullaway is arrested for a visa violation, hunted by sharks, stricken with tropical fever and held at ...

Costa Rica is a fascinating country in Central America, surrounded by Nicaragua and Panama, a natural paradise between two oceans. Fascinating nature, joie de vivre and colonial history on the island and the land bridge between North and South America. Costa Rica is certainly one of the most beautiful countries in the world.

Learn the basics of the Costa Rican language for your upcoming trip with our uniquely designed 8 session Spanish course tailored for tourists. By focusing on practical, conversational Spanish used in everyday situations, students will quickly gain the confidence to engage with locals, enhancing their travel experience significantly.

Explore the essence of South Beach and transform your travels into a journey of well-being with "South Beach Sojourns" – your ultimate guide to embracing the vibrant lifestyle while nurturing your health and spirit. Embark on an adventure where the golden sands of health, style, and mindfulness blend seamlessly into the tapestry of your travel experiences. Whether you're gazing at the aquamarine horizon or strolling among art-deco masterpieces, each chapter is a step towards harmonizing indulgence with well-being, and creating memories that not only last a lifetime but also promote ...

Costa Rica is a land of true beauty and nobody can really argue against the country’s slogan that has made the rounds of all major tourism agencies selling Costa Rica packages: Costa Rica Pura Vida. This means “Costa Rica Pure Life” and with all the green eco systems, lush rainforest, natural beauty, and pristine beaches you will soon be able to understand where that came from. Let this book guide you to the many places that you must see in Costa Rica to not let your trip go to waste. This book is filled with suggested places to stay, from inexpensive to luxurious.

Award-winning travel journalists and Santa Fe residents Judith Fein and Paul Ross crisscross New Mexico, finding unforgettable adventures listeners can personally experience such as painting with an abstract artist on the Navajo Reservation, visiting a wolf refuge, cruising in a lowrider, hiking in a volcano, gourmet dining at Zuni Pueblo, seeing a ghost, tracking the true Billy the Kid . . . and so much more.

Photographer Clare Porterfield's once-happy marriage is coming apart, unraveling under the strain of a family tragedy. When she receives an invitation to direct an exhibition in her hometown of Galveston, Texas, she jumps at the chance to escape her grief and reconnect with the island she hasn't seen for ten years. There Clare will have the time and space to search for answers about her troubled past and her family's complicated relationship with the wealthy and influential Carraday family.

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Southern Finland. Greater Than a Tourist - Southern Finland by Author Mika Langel offers the inside scoop on top cities to see in Southern Finland. 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 audiobook will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

From Curio Bay to Golden Bay, in Down South writer Bruce Ansley sets off on a vast expedition across the South Island, Te Waipounamu, visiting the places and people who hold clues to the south's famous character. Not so very long ago, the South Island had most of New Zealand's people and just about all of the money. Gold miners found fortunes in the hills and rivers, sheep barons straddled mountains, valleys and plains. Wealthy southerners ruled the government. Where now lies the South Island's golden fleece? And what is its future?

Belize has always been somewhat of an anomaly in Central America. Belize is the only English-speaking country in Central America. The lack of a language barrier makes Belize easy for North Americans to adapt, live in, and do business successfully. Belize was originally a British colony, has no history of internal strife or war, is rarely affected by hurricanes, and offers a warm tropical climate.