Walking Travel

Neo and Nubia, and their schoolmate, Emeke, are sent back in time on a quest by their grandfather, whose health is declining, to secretly test if they have what it takes to replace him as griots to save all of the human knowledge from being lost. Equipped with their curiosity, clever antics, and ancient wisdom, they will outsmart an evil cabal that wants to erase history. If the trio is successful, they will be selected to become the next generation of griots, our "new guides."

Is the Bible just an abstraction or a real living entity? This book aims to answer the question. Part adventure story, part archaeological detective work, part spiritual exploration, this is the account of Bruce Feiler's perilous 10,000 mile journey across the Middle East in search of the roots of the Bible. Both an exhilarating journey and uplifting spiritual quest, Feiler recounts his experiences with humour whilst offering fresh answers to the most profound questions of human spirit.

What's the dance club of the moment, the best place for a drink, the most romantic choice? You'll find all that information you need in this ultimate Bangkok nightlife guide based on the recommendations of thousands of local night crawlers.

The continued musings of a hapless wanderer. Younger than Bill Bryson, smaller than Levison Wood, and hairier than Julia Bradbury. In his latest adventure, our bumbling yet affable narrator walks the 100 miles of the stunning and dramatic West Highland Way. Join him on a memorable hike that takes in all the splendour of the Scottish Highlands. With grand imposing scenery and beautiful shimmering lochs.

"Chart Your Course - A Guide to Journey Cruises" is the third installment in the informative series titled "Cruising with Nikki". In this book, listeners embark on a thrilling exploration of journey cruises, which take them to exotic and diverse destinations around the world. Listeners will gain insights into the definition of journey cruises, discover where these unique adventures can take them, and learn about the length of time needed to explore some amazing destinations.

The Baltimore Clipper ship Frolic was bound from Canton, China, to San Francisco with household goods for gold miners. The shipwreck of the Frolic lead to the founding of the town of Mendocino, California, and the discovery of redwood trees. We speak with archeologists who are studying this important early California event. The Frolic Shipwreck is now a California Underwater State Park.

Ex- pro wrestler Nick Merrick and other passengers disappear in a chunk of NYC subway just as World War III begins. Stuck in a time-loop, each day starts in a train derailment with 15 minutes to escape an explosion. Upon exit, they mysteriously travel back in time for a “game.” There, all players must discretely locate and TAG their younger doubles to get back to the tunnel. All agree to avoid changing the past except for one - a rulebreaker using games as getaways for armed robbery. In Merrick’s toughest match ever, he must slam the opposition and pin down help from his past without ...

This audiobook grew out of the challenge of turning a two-hour hike in Portland’s Hoyt Arboretum into an “Airbnb Experience". Intrigued by the concept, the idea was to offer a guided visit through the lovely 188-acre park that's less than a mile from downtown. This audiobook tells the story of a park whose trails reach across continents and traverse millions of years of history. Thanks to the step-by-step directions, you can use this audiobook to walk confidently through this amazing place.

The final book in the trilogy about inquisitive American author Joel Stratte-McClure's twenty-year walk around the Mediterranean Sea explores the coast, countryside and regional cultures in Greece, Turkey, Cyprus, Lebanon, Israel, Egypt and Tunisia. Walking in the footsteps of Alexander the Great, the intrepid author makes his way around the sea while musing about life, literature, art, the environment, Greek gods and goddesses, history, alcoholism and, of course, the meditative act of walking. The travel narrative, which describes attempts to find the lost tomb of Alexander the Great, ...

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Bangor. Greater than a Tourist: Bangor Maine USA by author Tom Kenny offers the inside scoop on the Queen City. 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 book will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

Whether or not you see the Northern Lights in Iceland, it's still an incredible escape, and some things you can do in Iceland whatever the weather. (According to the Icelandic there is no such thing as bad weather, just the wrong clothes.)

Audio Journeys are exploring the National Civil Rights Museum Memphis Tennesse. Forty-one years ago on April 4 1968, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King was assassinated as he was leaving the Lorraine Motel in Memphis Tennessee to join the city's sanitation workers' striking for better working conditions and pay.

The countryside is almost sacred to many Britons. There is a depth of feeling about rural places, the moors and lochs, valleys and mountains, cottages and country houses. Yet the British countryside, so integral to our national identity, is rarely seen as having anything to do with British colonialism. In Our Island Stories, Corinne Fowler brings rural life and colonial rule together with transformative results. Through ten country walks with varied companions, Fowler combines local and global history, connecting the Cotswolds to Calcutta, Dolgellau to Virginia, and Grasmere to Canton.

"When I walked into the office on Monday morning I knew my reputation was in shatters."Walking Japan's coastal route in search of beauty, William de Lange encounters a string of local characters. Recording their stories, he braids a travelogue deftly interwoven with his own experiences since he first set foot in Japan some thirty years ago.A sequel to A Fool's Journey, A Fool's Return is an exploration of one of Japan's perhaps less scenic but certainly most historic routes. Above all, it is a gaijin's exploration of his relationship with a country that continues to defy definition.

In April 2011, four soldiers set out on a challenge that even an able-bodied athlete would balk at: a 200-mile trek, unsupported, to the North Pole. It was the culmination of a journey that began long before, when two friends decided to mount an expedition that would demonstrate how remarkable our armed forces are and raise funds for the rehabilitation of injured service men and women. Little did they know that their idea would ultimately gain global attention.

Bei aller Geschichtsträchtigkeit fasziniert am Elsass vor allem die liebliche Anmut der Landschaft, sein besonderer Menschenschlag und eine spezielle Art der Kultur, wie sie wohl nur Grenzregionen hervorbringen können. Die einzigartige Topografie des "schönen Gartens" zwischen Vogesen und Rhein, wie schon der Sonnenkönig Ludwig XIV. das Elsass bezeichnete, weist zahllose Orte auf, die sämtliche Reize zu vereinen scheinen.

A Quick Trip to the Central California Coast Three days on site, with a day of travel. Food, fellowship, family, Ocean, wind, Birthday, funeral. Challenges and gifts. I’d do it all again.

A story of a couple's trek through the Tongariro Alpine Crossing near lake Taupo in New Zealand. A guide for anyone interested in what the Tongariro Crossing is like as a hike or trek, and for fans of Lord of the Rings films. Tongariro mountain was featured in the Lord of the Rings movies by Peter Jackson. The Tongariro Alpine Crossing is a stunning trek through various other-worldy landscapes, and is something every visitor to New Zealand's North Island should try to experience at least once. Read this to discover why this should be your number 1 experience when visiting New Zealand. Tags:...

Eat Like a Local - Cape Cod by Thomas Hall offers the inside scoop on food in Cape Cod. 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 book will give you a food guide from someone who has lived at your next culinary destination.

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 book will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination. This guide book will not tell you exact addresses or store hours but instead gives you knowledge that you may not find in other smaller print travel books. Experience cultural, culinary delights, and attractions with the guidance of a local.