Travel Life

It's 1978 and the whole country, exhausted from the twin traumas of Vietnam and Watergate, is suffering from a massive hangover. Chucky O'Malley knows how the country feels; approaching fifty, he finds himself in the grip of a debilitating midlife crisis. As he travels the world, from the Vatican, where a new pope is to be selected, to Jimmy Carter's White House, where an overwhelmed president struggles to find a cure for his nation's malaise, Chucky searches for a way to renew his weary spirit.

Travel journalist Kate Wills wasn’t expecting to be divorced after less than a year of marriage, or to be forced to restart a life that had seemed so stable for so long. Luckily, her job as a writer offered her the perfect opportunity to escape from it all. But this time, with no deadlines to hit or all-expenses-paid trips to absorb in a few days before churning out copy for a travel magazine, her jet-setting felt different. There were no photographers working alongside her or assistants booking her flights. For the first time ever, Kate was traveling alone.

Now in its 2nd edition, this creative collection brings together travel and tribute poems by South African poet and writer, Wayne Visser. The anthology pays tribute to the likes of Nelson Mandela, Maya Angelou, Barack Obama, Antoni Gaudí & Leonardo da Vinci, and reflects on travels ranging from China and South Africa to Ecuador and Russia. Life is lived in the in-between In transit Between coming and going Between staying and moving on Between here and there

Disappearing wasn’t going to be enough…they needed a plan…some answers…and a safe place where they couldn’t be found…and time to figure out what to do next….and why their pursuers are interested in Harper’s father…and are willing to do anything to draw her out. Ava and Harper know there is a risk in communicating with Daman Alexander but it is one they are willing to take…what they don’t know is that there is another unknown who is following their every move…but are they enemy or friend?It’s the middle of the twenty-third century and while there have been ...

In 2006, Mike Nixon worked as a hotel receptionist. Having thousands of encounters with guests from all over the world, he dreamed of living a life as exciting as those hotel guests. But dreaming is a lot easier than making that fantasy a reality. He struggled to bring his plans to life...until he met a friend who set his life on a different course. This book is about Mike's journey to stay on that path.

When I think of poetry, I envision the classic works written by great poets of the past—poetry that modern educators often label as ‘elitist’ literature. Such writing may now be primarily found in private schools, especially those that are religious or uphold traditional standards of scholarship and merit. This is a tragedy. Great poetry should not belong solely to a select few; it should be the birthright of all children. Poetry is the language of the soul (consider the Psalms), and since we all possess souls, it is vital for everyone. This statement challenges the spiritual ...

Declan Walsh is one of the New York Times's most distinguished international correspondents. His electrifying portrait of Pakistan over a tumultuous decade captures the sweep of this strange, wondrous, and benighted country through the dramatic lives of nine fascinating individuals.

Life used to be great for Rose: full of friends, a loving mom, and a growing fashion blog. But when her mother dies in a car crash, Rose is sent away to live with a strange grandmother she hardly knows and forced to attend a new school where mean girls ridicule her at every turn. The only place Rose finds refuge is in her grandmother’s greenhouse. But one night, she sees a strange light glowing from within it. She goes to investigate...and finds herself transported back 500 years to Hatfield Palace.

Two Years Before the Mast is an 1840 memoir by the author Richard Henry Dana. A Harvard graduate, he spent the years 1834 to 1836 as a sailor on a merchant ship on a voyage from Boston to California. The journey took them past Cape Horn on the Tierra del Fuego archipelago where the Pacific and Atlantic oceans meet. Dana provides detailed descriptions of ship life and the technical aspects of sailing. A chapter on California and its inhabitants offers valuable historical insights on the state which was then a foreign land.

Have you dreamt of trading your daily routine for a life of boundless exploration? Does the idea of shedding the conventional and embracing the extraordinary call to you? In Wanderlust Wisdom, author Chris Englert introduces you to 25 inspiring full-time travelers who have answered that call and forged their own unique paths to a nomadic existence. Forget the one-size-fits-all retirement plan or the fleeting vacation. This book delves into the diverse realities of life on the road, showcasing vibrant stories from individuals and couples—from young adventurers to seasoned octogenarians—...

Crossing Borders: Three Women, Three Generations, One Mexico Part telenovela, part soap opera—completely unforgettable. Three women. One family. A country that offers them each a choice: stay the course or start over. Lin has crossed more than just borders—six marriages, five children, and a lifetime of bold decisions have led her to Mexico, where she’s finally ready to write her own ending. Her daughter Jade took a different path—single, steady, and focused—but Mexico has a way of testing even the most carefully built plans. And Zoey? She’s in her 20s, living fast, making money...

Do you dream of the freedom of the open road? Do you wonder what it would be like to live as a nomad in an RV, but aren’t sure how to start? Do you wonder if you’ll be bored, cramped, or not able to afford it? In my book, Trial RV Life for Beginners: How to Start the Nomad Lifestyle, you will learn all about how to get started in the RV lifestyle. Whether you are considering going full-time or if you’re just going to spend endless summers on the road, I will teach you how to get started.

Pervin Mann, age 67, is a retired lawyer who lives in a luxury waterfront condominium with his twin brother, Mervin who is a retired school principal. Both men are divorced and fanatically frugal. They compete over everything but especially about which one can spend less money in any given year. The prospect of romance unexpectedly enters each of their lives and provides them with one last chance at love. Will the thrifty old gentlemen finally learn that women abhor cheapskates? Or is it simply too late for them to change? Donald W. Desaulniers is a Canadian lawyer who retired in 2009. He ...

Essential life lessons from the world's most famous monk. Through a beautiful collection of autobiographical stories and teachings, At Home in the World tells the remarkable life of the beloved Zen Master, Thich Nhat Hanh. With his signature clarity and warmth, he shares tales from his childhood in rural Vietnam through to his travels teaching the world the art of mindfulness.

Are you ready to embark on a journey through the cosmos, exploring the depths of space and the mysteries of the universe? In "Reaching for the Stars: Exploring the Wonders of the Universe," you'll join a fascinating exploration of everything from our own solar system to the farthest reaches of extragalactic space. Starting with an introduction to our enduring fascination with the unknown, this book takes you through a historical overview of the space race, before delving into the study of the universe itself. From there, you'll be whisked away on a tour of our solar system, learning about ...

In the enchanting third edition of the My Promised Homeland series, titled My Family is Everything, author takes readers on a captivating journey through time, destiny, and enduring love. This instalment of the series introduces a new era, a new set of characters, and yet the same profound theme—the unbreakable bonds of soul family. Set in the heart of the medieval Ottoman Empire, the story unfolds around Sarah, who has been reborn as a man in this life. Sarah's path crosses with Katalin, the beloved daughter and princess of King Louie II of Hungary. From the moment they first meet, an ...

"This gem will pull the curtain back to the life of arguably the most interesting woman on earth. The stories are amazing, engaging, and entertaining, yet the nuggets of Leadership Wisdom and Key Takeaways make this book complete and above reproach!" — L. Scott Ferguson - Level 🆙 Peak Performance Mental Conditioning Coach & Speaker, Host of Time To Shine Today Podcast Ranked Top 2.5% Globally In LIVING MY FREAKIN' AMAZING LIFE: Create the Life That's Perfect for YOU – Anywhere in the World, Transformational Leadership Coach and International Inspirational Speaker & Author Regina ...

SYNOPSIS: In 2000, the editor of the Military Sci-Fi Journal experiences a bizarre event during a convention trip. Whether it’s an elaborate prank by his fans or something else, it will alter his worldview and change his life forever. All he must do is remain faithful to the reason for creating his magazine. Available also in print as part of the STARCALL Anthology, Vol.3, illustrated by the author. The eBook version is NOT illustrated to save on file size (1mb vs. 300mb).

This is my story or at least the college and early marriage years of it. As I look back on my life, I realize that it has been a rather interesting one. Therefore, I thought I would tell my story. There are a couple of caveats I need to add here at the beginning. One, these are my memories and, as such, may not be entirely reliable. As with most people, I have a tendency to remember some things and forget others. I, also, don’t necessarily remember it the way it really was, but the way, well, I remember it. I have asked some of those “who were there” to read over what I have written ...

“Alex, Jordan, Desiree, and the story behind To Meghan” is a fascinating, humorous, and heartfelt behind the scenes real life story about the four girls behind one of the author’s works of fiction. Both this story and “My Hilton Adventure part II” (contained in this volume) are part of James J. Caterino’s True Stories, sort of, a brand-new epic collection of twelve tales from the author’s real life. James J. Caterino is the author of True Stories, To Meghan, I Want To Believe, Miami Noir 1987, and much more.