The National Parks Traveler's Companion
Record your trips to the national parks and beyond with this illustrated journal with checklists, popular trails, recreational recommendations, and room to place your passport stamp for all 63 parks. This indispensable and handy field journal allows you to note all the "who, what, when, and wheres" at each of the 63 national parks, with checklists of local wildlife to look out for and popular hikes, trails, and activities to try. Use the twelve blank pages in the back of the journal to record what you see and do on trips of your own choosing--historic monuments, regional parks, and more. This journal includes colorful illustrations of wildlife and flora throughout, a synthetic cover for protection from water and dirt, and an elastic bellyband to hold the diary closed. With room to capture 75 total destinations, travelers will cherish this keepsake journal as a record of time well spent outdoors.
Tuk-Tuk to the Road
Two girls, three wheels, one mission.If you've ever been to Bangkok you'll have most likely been catapulted through the streets in a tuk tuk, one of the city's ubiquitous three-wheeled taxis. With white knuckles and ringing ears you'll have stepped out at the end and vowed to take a regular taxi next time. But one summer Jo Huxster and Ants Bolingbroke-Kent decided to drive a tuk tuk that little bit further - to Brighton, a mere 12,561 miles away. Their mission: to raise 瞿50 000 for the mental health charity Mind.Tuk Tuk to the Road is the inspirational story of the ultimate road trip - the countries they traverse, the people that help them, the nail-biting border crossings, the extremely friendly policemen... Every detail of their record-breaking tukathon is chronicled in colourful and often hilarious detail.Twelve countries, two continents, one earthquake and the odd snapped accelerator cable later, this is the entertaining, honest, and above all, remarkable story of two girls who proved that with a little bit of determination, anything is possible.
When in Rome
Lighthearted and altogether fascinating, When in Rome is a delightful backstairs tour of one of the world's most mysterious and eccentric cities. With his wife and three young sons, Robert Hutchinson moved to Rome shortly before his thirty-ninth birthday, intending to explore the Vatican in depth. He sought to capture "the personality of the place: the smells and the traffic, the rich delicacies of Roman food, the perils of the Italian language, the way Italian monsignori push their way to the front of the line, just like their lay countrymen." When in Rome is the extraordinary journal of his Roman sojourn. With playful good humor, Hutchinson introduces the varied and colorful individuals who live and work in the Vatican. In the process, he explores the mysterious orders of medieval knights, some dating back to the First Crusade, which still play a vital role in the Vatican; explains how bumbling Vatican archaeologists found, and then lost, the bones of St. Peter; probes the sex lives of the popes, from the "pornocracy" of Sergius III to the incestuous orgies of Rodrigo Borgia; experiences high fashion in the Holy See, including a visit to the pope's personal tailor; encounters the weird relics of Catholicism, such as the mummified body of St. Pius X and a museum made entirely out of human bones; recounts the true story behind the True Cross, now kept in a run-down church near the Colosseum; and much, much more. Humorous, irreverent, but ultimately respectful, When in Rome does for the Vatican what A Year in Provence did for the French countryside, in an unforgettable and unprecedented eyewitness account of one of the most fascinating places on Earth.
On the Shores of the Mediterranean
With his trademark charm and sharp wit, Newby leaves no stone unturned in his quest for wonderfully detailed and quirky knowledge to share with his reader. Insightful, hilarious and sheer fun, this is an adventure not to be missed, by Britain's best-loved travel guide, and father of the genre.'Why don't you start in Naples and go clockwise round the Mediterranean instead of dashing off in all directions like a lunatic?' Fortunately, Eric Newby followed his wife Wanda's advice, and so begins the wonderfully madcap adventure, 'On the Shores of the Mediterranean'.Beginning during the Newbys' wine harvest in Tuscany, the adventurous but disaster-prone pair follow a path using every form of transportation conceivable (public bus, taxi, foot, bike, boat), from Naples to Venice, along the Adriatic to Greece, Turkey, Jerusalem and North Africa, from sipping wildly extravagant cocktails in San Marco to being cordially invited to Libya by Colonel Gaddafi.
Eating Up Italy
Italy's tumultuous history can be traced through its food. In an epic scooter trip from the Ionian Sea to the far north, distiguished food writer Matthew Fort explores the local gastronomy and culinary culture of a country where regional differences are vibrantly alive.In no other country is food so much a part of everyday life as it is in Italy. Matthew Fort's plan is a simple one: to travel by scooter from Melito di Porto Salvo - the southernmost town in Italy and where Garibaldi landed in 1860 to begin his conquest of Naples - to Turin in the north, eating drinking, talking and noting as he goes.Passing through Calabria - rich in spices, Arabian-influences of almonds and dried fruits, as well as Spanish chocolate (Fichi al Ciocolatto, mostacciolo) - and on to Campania - from where the historic Nepalese pizza has become infamous - Fort discovers the rich connection between historical tradition and cuisine. The Italian genius for combining abundance and thrift is evident from the economy of the mountainous and sparse landscape of Molise, where much use is made of pastas and chillies, and adjoining lush Abruzzo, with its delicious cheeses and risottos.Fort travels on to Emilia-Romagna, where much of what we have come to love in Italian food can be found: prosciutto di Parma, mortadella, ravioli, taggliatelle and zamponi...In Piedmont, the wine-and-truffle country stretching from the shadow of the Alps through arable flatlands, the cooking of France and Northern Europe fuses with that of Italy. This enticing sum of parts - the dishes, producers, ingredients, consumers and eating occasions - make up nothing less than a contemporary portrait of the country.
Lonely Planet Art Destinations
The definitive guide for art-loving travellers awaits: discover 70 inspiring destinations around the world where artists, artworks and art-making are the beating heart of their identity, history and culture.From medieval wonders in Morocco to indigenous art in Canada; epic street murals in Malaysia to world-famous masterpieces in France; the destinations featured inside this book all share one thing in common: incredible art. Packed with dazzling capital cities and unexpected hidden gems, this is the ultimate exploration of the top art destinations on the planet.Inside Art Destinations: 70 amazing places to see great art from well-known hotspots to surprising destinationsShowcases cities and regions on a deeper level through their artistic heritage Shares must-visit attractions including museums, galleries, public art spaces, art installations and more for every locationStunning photography accompanies each art-based placeContents include: Africa & the Middle East - Cape Town, South Africa: Dynamic Art in the Heart of the City; Doha, Qatar: Art and Architecture in an Islamic Context. Americas - Miami, Florida, USA: Hot Sun, Cool Art; Valparaiso, Chile: Art, Clouds, Poetry, and Passion. Asia - Tokyo, Japan: Contemporary Art Meets Tradition; Beijing, China: Art Reinvented in an Ancient Capital. Europe - Oslo, Norway: Munch Magic Among the Fjords; Barcelona, Spain: Catalonia's Crown Jewel. Oceania - Tasmania, Australia: An Island of Inimitable Art; Noumea, New Caledonia: French Style in the South Pacific Come and explore our amazing world - one masterpiece at a time. This is the perfect gift or self-purchase for adventurers who love to visit museums, architecture and monuments when they travel.
Lonely Planet Best in Travel 2026
Lonely Planet's annual bestseller returns with this game changing edition for 2026 featuring 25 must-visit destinations and 25 must-do experiences... This evolution of Best in Travel reflects the way travelers encounter the world. Featuring a mix of emerging travel hotspots, fresh takes on well-known locations and unforgettable experiences, every page contains Lonely Planet's signature enthusiasm and worldly expertise. From Grenada's Spicemas to rafting the Colorado River, food tours in Old Dubai and whale-watching in the Azores - there's something for every traveler. Inside Best in Travel 2026: Presenting a year's worth of travel inspiration to take you out of the ordinaryBrand new top 25 places and top 25 experiences around the world right now as selected by our panel of expertsMore personalized recommendations from Lonely Planet's staff, authors, and online travel community than ever beforeFeatures details on when to go with practical advice and indispensable travel tips to help you get therePresented with a fresh, vibrant cover with new internal layouts, inspirational photography and a large fold-out map From tracking desert elephants in Namibia to joining the fanatical crowds at an English Premier League football match, expect unexpected ideas. Your next big adventure starts now with Best in Travel 2026 - the ultimate guide for globetrotters planning a once-in-a-lifetime trip in the year ahead.
Getting Lost on My Way
For fans of McCarthy's Bar, a debut memoir about a woman's humorous and poignant solo adventures of self-discovery on Ireland's backroads following a painful divorce. When an introverted, divorced, middle-aged mother and school librarian from the Midwest decides to leave her comfort zone and travel alone to Ireland, her desire to fulfill her dream overcomes her fear as she immerses herself into what will become an adventure of courage and self-discovery. Motivated by her love of Irish music and Celtic spirituality, along with her desire to find healing from depression and divorce, Diane sets off for Ireland, a country she's been obsessed with for years. Her romantic preconceptions of the Emerald Isle quickly clash with reality, however, and while there she faces many obstacles, including driving the narrow, ill-marked roads throughout the countryside she traverses. Nevertheless, this first sojourn leads to three more trips over the next six years, and she gradually learns to navigate Ireland's back roads--not to mention her own personal and spiritual roads toward self-discovery and acceptance. This heartfelt and humorous account of Diane's adventures--including hanging out with an Irish rock band, traveling remote roads in search of a hermit nun, and meeting her favorite Irish musician not once but twice--is sure to inspire readers to get outside their own comfort zones and take some rewarding risks of their own.
The Wanderers Or, Adventures in the Wilds of Trinidad and Orinoco
The World of Waters Or, A Peaceful Progress O'er the Unpathed Sea
Ultimate Dive Sites
Ultimate Dive Sites is the perfect companion for your next underwater adventure, featuring 50 of the best dive sites from around the globe for both recreational and professional divers alike. Diving expert, photographer and author Todd Thimios has completed more than 3500 dives and has curated a collection of the best diving experiences. This detailed guide offers insightful tips and essential information you'll need when visiting these unique diving sites and countries. Get up close and personal with manta rays in the Maldives, orcas in the Arctic, crocs in Cuba or even anacondas in Brazil. Prepare to be awestruck by Australia's Rowley Shoals and the amazing Raja Ampat archipelago in Indonesia. Or brave the dark and go blackwater night diving in the Philippines. These thrilling dive sites are rich with expansive coral reefs and diverse marine life, ensuring you will create unforgettable memories and see the world in a new way. Including sensational photography and practical content, Ultimate Dive Sites will make you fall in love with the enchanting beauty of the ocean and its incredible creatures.
The Routledge Handbook of Ocean Space
Invisible as the seas and oceans may be for so many of us, life as we know it is almost always connected to, and constituted by, activities and occurrences that take place in, on and under our oceans. The Routledge Handbook of Ocean Space provides a first port of call for scholars engaging in the 'oceanic turn' in the social sciences, offering a comprehensive summary of existing trends in making sense of our water worlds, alongside new, agenda-setting insights into the relationships between society and the 'seas around us'. Accordingly, this ambitious text not only attends to a growing interest in our oceans, past and present; it is also situated in a broader spatial turn across the social sciences that seeks to account for how space and place are imbricated in socio-cultural and political life.Through six clearly structured and wide-ranging sections, The Routledge Handbook of Ocean Space examines and interrogates how the oceans are environmental, historical, social, cultural, political, legal and economic spaces, and also zones where national and international security comes into question. With a foreword and introduction authored by some of the leading scholars researching and writing about ocean spaces, alongside 31 further, carefully crafted chapters from established as well as early career academics, this book provides both an accessible guide to the subject and a cutting-edge collection of critical ideas and questions shaping the social sciences today.This handbook brings together the key debates defining the 'field' in one volume, appealing to a wide, cross-disciplinary social science and humanities audience. Moreover, drawing on a range of international examples, from a global collective of authors, this book promises to be the benchmark publication for those interested in ocean spaces, past and present. Indeed, as the seas and oceans continue to capture world-wide attention, and the social sciences continue their seaward 'turn', The Routledge Handbook of Ocean Space will provide an invaluable resource that reveals how our world is a water world.
Europe by Eurail 2025
Europe by Eurail has been the train traveler's one-stop source for visiting Europe's cities and countries by rail for nearly fifty years. Newly revised and updated, this comprehensive annual guide provides the latest information on fares, schedules, and pass options, as well as detailed information on more than one hundred specific rail excursions and sightseeing options.
Collaborative Learning-Based Instruction in Teaching EFL Speaking in Indonesian Higher Education
