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Born to transcend the social constraints of Victorian England, Gertrude Bell left the comforts of her privileged life for the unconventional-but thrilling-world of the Middle East. One of the first women to graduate from Oxford, she traveled to Persia and became passionately drawn to the Arab people, the language, and their architecture. A skilled archeologist, historian, and linguist, Bell traveled the world and wrote compelling, perceptive accounts...
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In recent times the popularity of the Camino de Santiago has prompted renewed interest in pilgrim walks in Ireland. Increasing numbers now follow ancient Irish pilgrim paths to such holy places as Glencolumbkille, Croagh Patrick, Lough Derg and Glendalough. John G. O'Dwyer has walked-or, in the case of Clonmacnoise, cycled-the pilgrim trails of Ireland, from Slieve Mish in the northeast, where Christianity may have had its first dawning in Ireland,...
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LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE! is one Man's journey from Hollywood to Greece plus travels all over the world from Australia to Cambodia, Cuba, Costa Rica, Poland, Sweden, Spain, Portugal, Turkey, Thailand, Israel, Italy, Vatican City, Mexico, and more. Be TRUE to oneself in order to eliminate anxiety and pressures of society in order to be 100 % free! This is self help, yet at the same time a joyful awakening and endeavor in what may seem as a cruel world,...
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Join writer and motorcyclist George Lockyer and hit the road with him as he circumnavigates the wide brown land of Australia on his Kawasaki KLR 650 “Percy”. On his ride through the awe-inspiring landscapes of this ancient land George interviews in his laid-back style, a cavalcade of colourful characters. From iconic country singer John Williamson and former leader of the opposition DR Brendon Nelson to among others, cattleman, indigenous author,...
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From tracking gorillas in Uganda to cliff diving in Brazil, surfing a volcano in Nicaragua, or starting a tomato fight in Spain, this action-packed guide is bursting with inspiring ideas for trying the unfamiliar, taking risks, or pursuing a new experience. Containing in-depth descriptions and logistical information for each activity, this handbook also features trivia, survival skill tips, and an adventure kickstart guide. Ranging from death-defying...
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Para la Odisea Celebrativa Cuando leas, lector, esta Odisea Que llama el autor Celebrativa, Vers que en tu interior algo se aviva Sintiendo que tu alma lo desea. Es la vida el crisol que todo asea, Un impulso vital que nos activa, Esa fuerza ancestral y positiva Que es un galardn quien la posea. Y he aqu un profesor que sabe Lo que es de la vida los azares, Con paso singular, sereno y suave Nos muestra con su gesto recto y grave Que todas las desgracias...
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Specialist Outback safari coach operator Bill Hand shares stories of the years he and his wife Doreen ran Sundowner Coach Tours. From the early 1960s through to their retirement in 1994, they saw many changes, and Bill was constantly improving and testing equipment on the coach so it was a "one off" and "go anywhere" vehicle.
They looked for exciting challenges and attracted a loyal following of regular passengers.
Many of their adventures could...
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Wild with Child is a unique collection of true stories by parents who boldly head out into the wilderness with kids in tow (or in the lead, as the case may be). These stories run the gamut of adventure: winter camping, climbing, spelunking, field research, skiing, llama trekking, fishing, hunting, and searching for pirate treasure with children of all ages. Readers should bundle up before they strike out into the Rocky Mountains with Mark Jenkins,...
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Get the Summary of Paul Rosolie's Mother of God in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Mother of God" by Paul Rosolie is a vivid narrative of the author's deep connection with the Amazon rainforest, its biodiversity, and the challenges of conservation. Santiago Durand, an elderly man knowledgeable about the Amazon, shares with Rosolie a secret of an untouched area within the jungle, prompting Rosolie's quest to find...
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As humans, we lead a life full of struggle and strife. During trying moments, we might knowingly or unknowingly indulge in actions that may be sinful. After a certain time, the wrong actions start weighing us down, and our conscience prods us to atone for our sins. That is when we consider visiting a teertha, where we can go and ask for forgiveness. Such a spiritual journey is termed as a pilgrimage or teertha yatra, which is one of the distinguished...
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Calling all Baby Boomers! Not to worry if the economy is tanking or if you are about to retire on Social Security. It could be the beginning of a more footloose life for you. Have you always wanted to travel the world? It's not as hard or as dangerous as you might think. In 2005, 67-year-old Linda Brown set out to spend a year traveling around the planet - by herself. Though she was an experienced world traveler, she had never gone so far, for so...
72) Magical Miles
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Imagine a magical vacation where fun and fitness are melded together for the whole family to enjoy. This is the hallmark of a runDisney event! These events are growing by leaps and bounds, and selling out faster each year. It takes expert planning to incorporate a runDisney event into an already jam-packed family vacation. Magical Miles: The Runner's Guide to Disneyland will guide you through all runDisney events, outlining the answers to difficult...
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An Epic Adventure… A Riveting Story... With Breathtaking Photographs... A Beautiful Book… And Soon To Be A Major Motion Picture! Based on a true story, this spectacular Earthwalk book celebrates David and Phil's - the "Walkers" - incredible 14-month, 5,000-mile (8,000 km) trek by foot and paddle from Alaska to Mexico. The Walkers invite you to travel with them through North America's magnificent wild places via more than 450 superb color photos...
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Once Around chronicles the fulfillment of the authors' life-long dream to sail around the world - the dangers, adventures, challenges, lessons learned, the many fascinating people they met, and the places they traveled during five years on board their 39-foot cutter, Cormorant. This book provides inspiration for anyone who loves sailing, travel, and adventure, especially for those considering a long-distance sailing journey.
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Terrorists have seized the airport "Eighty year old grandmother strip searched by airport security" "Flight 4820 has been cancelled" (sorry, your travel plans have been cancelled, too) "Frontier Airlines has declared bankruptcy ... Delta and Northwest are merging" "Venezuela's President Chavez nationalizes the oil industry" "Murder in the streets of Nairobi" "U.S. Dollar takes another dip in the world market" Terrorism, seemingly senseless and lengthy...
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Of course, I'd shied away from traveling to Croatia! Why embrace the unknown with Venice, Nice, Rome, and Constantinople calling? I'd heard whisperings of a city dubbed the 'Pearl of the Adriatic' but had little idea where that soul-stirring nirvana might have been located. You can imagine my surprise and delight, when I was invited to accompany five friends and their two young sons to Dubrovnik, Croatia, for a five-day stint in the scorching Balkan...
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Get the Summary of Tom Michell's The Penguin Lessons in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Penguin Lessons" is a memoir by Tom Michell recounting his time in Uruguay, where he rescued a penguin from an oil spill. Michell, living in a friend's apartment in Punta del Este, was struck by the sight of oil-covered penguins on the beach. He saved one penguin, Juan Salvador, and attempted to clean and release it...
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20 Spaziergänge durch 20 Parks in den Elbvororten. Peter M. Förster beschreibt mit der intimen Ortskenntnis eines "Elbvorortlers" und Immobilienmaklers. Geschichtliche Hintergründe, menschliche Anekdoten und natürlich auch die geografische Fakten. Wunderbare farbige Illustrationen der auch in Hamburg ansässigen Joanna Hegemann beschreiben den Charakter der Parks besser als jedes Foto es könnte. Dieses Buch ist eine Einladung an alle Menschen,...
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Trevor Carolan's eagerness for encountering faraway peoples and places equals Paul Theroux's excitement when he hits the road again in To the Ends of the Earth.
Veteran globe-trotter Trevor Carolan conjures 19 evocative road tales for armchair and seasoned travellers alike. A harvest of encounters with intriguing people, remarkable landscapes and cultures, his reportage sings with a love of food, art, literature, music and wine. Ranging from Bali...
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Why do I think that I can give you advice on low-budget traveling? After paying for flight tickets, I set out on my great journey with less than $8,000. Along the way, I earned a few additional bucks. If you factor in my Round the World Ticket, my eight months pretty much ended up costing me $9,100 in total. In principle you could travel even more economically, but I was truly on the go at all times, made numerous excursions, and saw and experienced...
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