English-Thai phrasebook and 1500-word dictionary
English-Thai phrasebook and 1500-word concise dictionaryThe collection of "Everything Will Be Okay" travel phrasebooks published by T&P Books is designed for people traveling abroad for tourism and business. The phrasebooks contain what matters most - the essentials for basic communication. This is an indispensable set of phrases to "survive" while abroad. Some of the topics included in the phrasebook are: asking for directions, signs, transportation, buying tickets, hotel, restaurant, shopping, greetings, acquaintances, communication, gratitude, health problems, apologies, farewell, and more. Another section of the book also provides a small dictionary with more than 1,500 useful words arranged alphabetically. The dictionary includes a lot of gastronomic terms and will be helpful when ordering food at a restaurant or buying groceries at the store. Take "Everything Will Be Okay" phrasebook with you on the road and you'll have an irreplaceable traveling companion who will help you find your way out of any situation and teach you to not fear speaking with foreigners. Thai phrasebook, Thai travel phrasebook, Thai phrase book, Thai travel, Thai dictionary, basic Thai, speak Thai, speaking Thai, Thai expressions, Thai phrases, travel guide Thai, Thai for travelers, Thai for travel, conversation in Thai, simple Thai
Japan - Culture Smart!, Volume 114
Don't just see the sights--get to know the people. The Japanese people have always seen themselves as a nation uniquely apart. Their exquisite art forms and elegant culture, military prowess and technological precision, have long been the envy of friend and foe alike. Today, even as Japan adapts to a rapidly changing world, its traditional culture and consensus-based philosophy have proved remarkably resilient. Culture Smart! Japan will broaden your perception and understanding of this complex, rich, and dynamic society. It will guide you through modern Japan s shifting social and cultural maze, and equip you with the tools to avoid the pitfalls of cultural misunderstanding. It provides practical tips and invaluable insights into people s attitudes and behavior to help make your visit a more meaningful and successful experience. Have a richer and more meaningful experience abroad through a better understanding of the local culture. Chapters on history, values, attitudes, and traditions will help you to better understand your hosts, while tips on etiquette and communicating will help you to navigate unfamiliar situations and avoid faux pas.
Phrasebook - Burmese - The most important phrases
English-Burmese phrasebook and 250-word mini dictionaryThe collection of "Everything Will Be Okay" travel phrasebooks published by T&P Books is designed for people traveling abroad for tourism and business. The phrasebooks contain what matters most - the essentials for basic communication. This is an indispensable set of phrases to "survive" while abroad. Some of the topics included in the phrasebook are: asking for directions, signs, transportation, buying tickets, hotel, restaurant, shopping, greetings, acquaintances, communication, gratitude, health problems, apologies, farewell, and more. You'll also find a mini dictionary with 250 useful words required for everyday communication - the names of months and days of the week, measurements, family members, and more. Take "Everything Will Be Okay" phrasebook with you on the road and you'll have an irreplaceable traveling companion who will help you find your way out of any situation and teach you to not fear speaking with foreigners. Burmese phrasebook, Burmese travel phrasebook, Burmese phrase book, Burmese travel, Burmese dictionary, basic Burmese, speak Burmese, speaking Burmese, Burmese expressions, Burmese phrases, travel guide Burmese, Burmese for travelers, Burmese for travel, conversation in Burmese, simple Burmese
Hobart
In this updated edition, Peter Timms leads us on a journey through his adopted city of Hobart, Australia's smallest, most southerly, least prosperous, but arguably most beautiful state capital. He reveals a city in transition, shaking off its dark and troubled past to claim its special place in the post-modern world: 'going boutique, nice and slow', as one overseas visitor notes. From Hobart's convict legacy, its spectacular natural setting, heritage architecture and climate, to crime rates, economic hardship, the recent disfigurements of the developers, and the opening of MONA (the Museum of Old and New Art) Hobart's newest tourist attraction. Timms brings a wealth of fresh insights. He explores the city with a mixture of affection, admiration, frustration and sadness, interviewing a wide range of residents along the way. Those who have experienced Hobart as tourists will be surprised and intrigued by the lively, complex society this book reveals. Those who live here will surely discover their city anew.
Heart of Toba
Headhunters, cannibals, and jungle guarded the location of Sumatra's Lake Toba until 1852 when it was finally seen by a European explorer and drawn on the map. A surprise, for Lake Toba is the biggest caldera lake in the world. When the super-volcano Toba erupted some 74,000 years ago it was with an explosion equivalent to 2,800 times that of the 1980 Mount St Helens eruption in USA. It left the hole now partially filled by a lake sixty miles long and eighteen miles wide. with steep caldera walls. Foster joined an Indonesian expedition team using sea kayaks to explore the lake. They circled the volcanic rebound island of Samosir, the Heart of Toba, an island once home to two hundred often-warring Batak kings. On the way the team learned about the traditional Toba Batak architecture, weaving, and dancing. They learned how convicts were once eaten alive, seasoned with the same ingredients still used in the spicy sambals. The huge dugout canoes, solus bolon once used for trade and war had slipped from favor during Dutch colonial rule, but many solo dugouts are still widely used for fishing. With the help of the son of a famous Batak poet of the family of wife-givers to the Rajas Sisingamangaraja, Foster begins to understand what Lake Toba means to Toba Batak, and what its future holds. In Heart of Toba Foster offers a compelling portrait of Batak life inside the caldera, on the shores of Lake Toba.
Wings of the Kite-Hawk
An Australian travel classic. Reminiscent of Bruce Chatwin's The Songlines, Wings of the Kite-Hawk will seduce and enthrall; it will force you out of the comfortable chair and into the wilds of the bush. Wings of the Kite-Hawk is a set of linked journeys into the Australian landscape: its past and its present, its people and its half-remembered secrets. In each chapter, Nicolas Rothwell takes a precursor and follows him. His guides include famous explorers from the past - Leichhardt, Sturt, Strehlow and Giles - as well as artists, anthropologists, rodeo riders and even Hell's Angels. Vivid characters weave in and out of the story, inspiring journeys through different states of heart and mind: love, loss, friendship, fear. This book, re-issued with a new introduction by renowned travel writer Pico Iyer and a new foreword by the author, is unlike any other written about inland Australia. As much fable as memoir, it resonates with strangeness and bitter-sweetness, with all the hidden patterns and suddenly revealed depths of life. 'If the traveller's aim is to find wonders and treasures not before our eyes, that others have overlooked, then this is truly a hidden classic.' -Pico Iyer, Introduction
Singapore
The #1 Travel Guidebook Series for Women (and couples). Plan trip to Singapore for short amount of time on any budget - all while avoiding the scams, creeps and tourist traps...and skip ahead to the beaches and adventures that are worth your time (and money). What's inside The Solo Girl's Travel Guide to Singapore?➤ Have a long Singapore layover?➤ Visiting for a week or moving to Singapore for work?➤ Coming for a weekend visa-run?The Solo Girl's Travel Guide - Singapore will show you EXACTLY how to make the most of your visit.What this Travel Guide is...➤ A VACATION PLANNER that ticks your Singapore Bucket List➤ A Guide for both Cheap and Luxury Budgets ➤Equal Amounts Singaporean Culture, Food, Nature and Comfort ➤ Where to Stay & What to Do➤ Tours that Aren't Touristy➤ Money-Saving Tips and Time-Stretching Advice➤ Actual Local Secrets, Tips, and RecommendationsPlus!❥ The Best Local Food and Nightlife❥ Must-See Spots (and What to Skip)❥ How to Budget for Singapore❥ What to Pack for Singapore❥ How to get to your hotel when you land without paying 3x the local price! ❥ How the hell to navigate Singapore transportation ❥ Personal Access to me...ask me anything on Instagram and I'll answer (@SoloGirlsTravelGuide) What this Guide is Not...✘ A 5-hour read with historical dates and political jargon✘ A bunch of stuff that doesn't apply to you planning the best trip ever✘ A book written by some man who doesn't even live here...⚠️ No heavy encyclopedia here!Speaking of men, since the success of The Solo Girl's Travel Guide, I've had many guys ask me, "Yeah, but why a girl's guide?"Um, because us women constantly have to ask ourselves questions like....- Are there drugs in my drink?- Is that dark alley filled with serial killers?- Am I going to be kidnapped and sold to the highest bidder?The answer is usually NO, but for us girls, "usually" doesn't cut it. In order to be wild and carefree, we've got to feel 100% safe. And you've never found a travel guide to take your safety into consideration... so, here we are.Go into your vacation knowing you're being given the BEST, the SAFEST, and the TOTALLY WORTH it spots. Let your hair down and tell your mom not to worry. I've got you.▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿▿Your bags may not be packed, but your vacation officially starts now.Oh, and once you've bought this book...we're officially friends. I'm here if you need me. Just send me a quick message on Instagram - my handle is in the guide!Click 'Add to Cart' now and plan the trip of a lifetime IN SINGAPORE!___________FREE PEP TALK FOR YOUYou don't need a boyfriend, a travel partner or anyone's approval to travel the world. And you don't need a massive bank account or an entire summer off work.If you've doubted yourself for one moment, remember this: Millions of girls travel across the globe all by themselves every damn day and you can, too.You are just as capable, just as smart, and just as brave as the rest of us. You don't need permission- this is your life.Listen to your gut, follow your heart, and just book that ticket already!Your copy of The Solo Girl's Travel Guide is waiting to dissolve your worries and give you that extra push you need to JUST DO IT!
A Ride to India
A Ride to India - Across Peria and Baluchistan is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1891. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
Slow Boat to Mongolia
My mount needed considerable encouragement. As we finally got into gear, I put up my pink parasol with a pop, frightening the donkey so much that we nearly got to the top at full gallop.Who else but Lydia Laube would climb the Great Wall of China on a donkey waving a pink parasol? Slow Boat to Mongolia is a hilarious account of her travels by ship, train and bone-shaking bus through Indonesia and China on her way to the almost mythical Outer Mongolia.
The Taste of Frozen Tears
This book is about Austin's journey beginning from his university years to his time living in the cold, harsh, gruelling environment of the Antarctic.
Temples and Tuk Tuks
The dinner menu at the Aspara had the usual interesting items such as 'Soap' and 'A Fried Monk' not to mention 'Chicken Amok'. The waiter couldn't tell me what amok meant, but I tried it and it turned out to be, not a crazy chicken running around with a cleaver, but chicken pieces in a soup made with coconut milk and lots of spices and coloured a kind of caterpillar-innards green that was very tasty.Deciphering the menu is half the fun in this mysterious land only just now opening to tourists and travellers. Despite its horrific history, Lydia Laube finds that Cambodia is an ancient, beautiful country populated by friendly, generous people who like to ride motorbikes very fast around corners. Join Lydia, squashed into a taxi with nine or so others, for an unforgettable adventure in Asia.
The Wonders of Nepal
In the first of Audrey Forsyth's Tales Of A Grandmother travel series we are able to take a unique tour of the Himalayan country of Nepal.From the comfort of your armchair you can experience the ancient temples, the cities of Pokhara and Kathmandu, the magnificent mountains. and steamy jungle of the country at the top of the world.Like a female Michael Palin, Audrey covers it all and gives a human insight into everything that she observes in a way that is absorbing, stimulating and enjoyable whilst also making the reader feel a partner in that journey. She shares and brings to life her travel experiences and love of history, culture, language, geography, music and people of this little-known but beautiful land. Her visit in 1998 allows us to learn of many of its listed ancient temples and buildings before a substantial number of these were destroyed in the devastating earthquake which hit Nepal in 2015. For this alone her book gives a unique insight. Audrey's Tales are all the more moving when one considers that this and the many other book manuscripts in her Tales Of A Grandmother series were completed by her, but not published, in her lifetime.
Syria
Photographer/Writer Michael Major lived in Syria in the early 1990s during a time of relative peace under the secular rule of Hafez al-Assad. This photo book chronicles his travels throughout the country and shares his personal observations of a happier time in Syria. Through his photographs and personal stories, Major documents life in Syria before the country was torn apart by the current unrest.
The Roar of the Tiger
This is a compilation of hunting tales from the jungles of India from the centuries gone by."...We have no word in English that properly embraces all this, but all are expressed by the Persian word 'shikar!'...""...Sitting on the ground in a thorn "Boma" for a lion in Africa is considered an ordinary enough thing to do; but sitting on the ground for a tiger in dense jungles of the Indian subcontinent can be an entirely different experience. The risk inherent should be obvious to all. Sitting on a machan built on a tree was the more common approach employed by Tiger hunters of yore; but of course, there were exceptions...""...In another moment the old Panther sprang out of the jungle, made a pat at the kid, and then crouched by its side. If there had been more space, I should have waited and watched the Panther's proceedings, but as I was afraid that she would drag the goat into the jungle, I fired at once, and immediately jumped up so as to see above the smoke. The Panther sprang into the air, fell backwards, and then disappeared among the bushes...""...I was standing at the junction of two pathways, and the beat had approached to within a hundred yards, when I heard "Woof! Woof!" I imagined the beaters had started up a big wild boar. The "woofing" was repeated during the next minute, coming closer each time, until finally there was a resounding "Woof" in the tall grass about fifteen yards in front of me. By this time I was standing on tip-toe, trying to peer into the grass ahead of me, when suddenly I realized that what I was staring at behind an ant-heap was the tail-end of a tiger..."The stories in this collection are extracted from rare works from the 17th, 18th, 19th centuries.
The Goodbye Islands
It was another day at the office. The drawers in my desk were slowly creep open and close. It was a particularly windy on this day, I was on the one hundred and third floor of the world trade center tower two. When it was windy, the building had a built in sway factor of up to four feet in either direction. Some people actually got nauseous from the constant swaying, some would leave the building to get a break. Just another day on the bond trading floor of a major investment bank where I worked. My head hurt from last nights imbibing to the wee hours with friends. I was now in the land of relentless harassment and pressure. Lunch at my desk where I was chained for most of the day. If you ordered a salad to make up for last nights bad decisions, you were endlessly ridiculed. I was very lucky to have the seat I was in, The days were long and tedious but worth the rewards.The city was becoming bloated, glutted, silly with ambition. The buildings were higher, the morals looser, the liquor cheaper. We all drank the kool-Aid. The city was filled with the ethos of the time relishing in frenzy and moneymaking, it was the eighties in New York City.There are few desires more deeply human than the desire to escape whatever reality you are in. The problem is not the nicer your life is, the more resources you have to escape it, but rather the limits of being a person. You are stuck with you. Its the precondition of existence. I wanted incredible things to happen to me, not the slow burning let down of adulthood. I was becoming too many parts of myself, starting to break apart, an urban sauce over cooked. Its a very demanding environment that is geared toward survival of the fittest. Your energy level goes up, along with your radar and your prowess. It sparks a certain aggressiveness. It breeds insincerity, pretentions, dishonesty, affectation, ostentatiousness and irreverence. Not very healthy on any level.Thats when the letter arrived. I had applied to the Peace Corps on an insane impulse, not thinking for a second a Wall Street guy would be of any interest to anybody anywhere in any capacity. The country of choice was the Kingdom of Tonga in the South Pacific. I had never heard of it. I ran off to the library to find out more about this remote island chain in Polynesia. The Peace Corps had accepted me for a two year stint. I would be working for a missionary who would be overseeing the Prison Fellowship International. This was an organization born out of the experience of Charles Colson, former aide to President Nixon. Convicted for a Watergate-related offense, Colson served seven months in prison. During that time he saw and experienced the difference faith in Jesus makes in peoples lives. He became convinced that the real solution to crime is found through spiritual renewal. He wanted to help men and women turn their lives around Through Christ. In 1979, he founded Prison Fellowship International, extending the mission and work beyond the United States. In 1983, Prison Fellowship International received special consultative status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations. Now it's the largest, most extensive association of national Christian ministries working within the criminal justice field. The grassroots presence enables it to minister to prisoners and their families in culturally relevant ways. The heart of the ministry is their volunteers, that would be me. What a complete and utter shock to my system. What were they thinking? Im not religious, nor do I have any experience in this field or anything like it. Im a Bond salesman on Wall Street.The Kingdom of Tonga was an antidote to New York. It was a type of cleansing. A revival. A chance to see life in the simple light of daily existence. Being there required me to learn how to exist in real life without all the usual escapes and distractions...
Japan from Anime to Zen
An accessible compendium of the most important aspects of Japanese arts, culture and history, for quick reference or a longer, in-depth read, for actual and armchair travelers alike..This friendly guide offers concise but detailed demystifications of more than 85 aspects of ancient and modern Japan.It can be read in sequence, or just dipped into, depending on the moment's need. Explanations go much deeper than a typical travel guide and cover 1,500 years of history and culture, everything from geisha to gangsters, haiku to karaoke, the sun goddess to the shogunate . . . and anime to Zen.
Wealthy Me Goldsbrough
Wealthy Me Goldsbrough presents Sydney's charming Darling Harbour and the surroundings within walking distance, accompanied with a brief history of the area and inspirational quotes from Baha'i writings, the Bible, Buddha, Eastern and Western philosophers, scientists and writers. It showcases apartments hosted by Minh Hien and Farshid within an architecturally renovated historic Goldsbrough building through colourful photos and provides practical guide.
The Independent Guide to Universal Orlando 2021
Please note a new edition of this book is now available - please search for The Independent Guide to Universal Orlando 2024.--Our bestselling Universal Orlando travel guide series is trusted by people from across the world and helps you create unforgettable memories. This Universal Orlando guide book is new and fully up-to-date for 2021. Make the most of your trip with our helpful chapters guide: The Theme Parks - A look at every ride, show, restaurant and more at both theme parks (Universal's Islands of Aventure and Universal Studios Florida), includes the new Jurassic Park Velicoaster.Volcano Bay - A whole additional chapter dedicated to Universal Orlando's water park - Volcano Bay.The Hotels - Choosing a place to stay - full coverage of all the on-site hotelsSkip the Lines and Touring Plans - Follow our tried and tested ways to skip the lines and minimise your waits.Tickets - How to save money on your tickets and choosing the best one for you.Universal Orlando for Disney Veterans - Been to Walt Disney World before? We explain all the similarities and differences.Express Pass - All the ins and outs of this skip-the-lines service and how to get it at a huge discount.Universal on a Budget - How to save $$$ on your trip, when booking and while on vacation..Dining - Learn about the best places to eat, dining reservations, dining plans and more.Young Kids - It's not all just for adults, we show you how young kids can have fun too.Understand the Theme Parks - We tell you all about Ride lockers, Single Rider lines, Child Swap, Photo Services and much, much more.Transportation - How to get to and around the resortBeyond the Parks - A chapter dedicated to shopping, shows and dining at Universal CityWalkGuests with Disabilities - How Universal helps make disabled guests visits as easy as possible.Park Maps - Familiarise yourself with the layout of the park before getting there.Seasonal Events and the Future - Our look at the Christmas, Halloween, Mardi Gras, Run Universal (a brand new race) and other seasons. Plus, a peek into the future of Universal Studios Orlando.--Please note a new edition of this book is now available - please search for The Independent Guide to Universal Orlando 2024.
A Surfer’s Colouring Book
*This is a new version which is the same as the other colouring book except the back page and inner sign page are all New Zealand Surf Locations. Get in the zone while colouring through a surfer's colouring book adventure! You can even create your own surfboard designs on the last few pages. Enjoy these Hawaii/New Zealand influenced designs by a digital nomad artist.
Travels in Bakumatsu Japan
Robert Fortune (1812-80), a Scottish botanist from Kelloe, was an avid traveler and plant hunter, who is still known for introducing the West a large number of plant species he collected on his travels through China, Taiwan, and Japan on behalf of the Horticultural Society.The intrepid Scotsman not only collected plants. Throughout his various travels, he also proved a keen observer, recording everything he encountered in vivid accounts: of the countryside, of the villages, of street-life, of people's dwellings, of the people themselves.Residing in Yokohama, Kanagawa, and Edo for two lengthy periods between 1860 and 1861, Fortune was also at the right place and time to witness the first disturbances that characterized the bakumatsu period (the closing decade of the Tokugawa bakufu), notably the night attack on the British legation at the T繫zen temple.Undaunted, Fortune persevered in his quest. Like the typical Victorian scientist-sideburns and all-he continued to explore Japan's capital and its surroundings, invariably making friends among like-minded locals and winning them over for his plant-collecting project.Reading Fortune's account, one is still infected by his wonderment at Japan's natural beauty, by his unjudging admiration for its people's ancient habits and customs. We also read his work with a sense of gratitude, for the captiva-ting world he describes would be irretrievably lost within just a few decades.
The Solo Girl’s Bali Travel Bucket List - Journal and Travel Guide
The Solo Girl's Bali Travel Bucket ListJournal and Travel GuideIf you want to live a life you've never lived, you've got to do the things you've never done. Your Bali Bucket List Journal is here to motivate you, inspire you, and keep your dreams comin'.Love it. Cherish it. Keep all of your travel memories in it.Who knows, maybe this book will be your legacy... For the next ten years (yes, ten) - this is where your biggest adventures are first created. Whether it's surfing in Canggu or visiting ancient temples in Ubud....the best adventures start with the simple idea to go. And this book is where you start. Collect your wildest travel dreams and ideas in one place. ⟠ Plan your Adventures⟠ Journal your Memories⟠ Color your Anxieties and Dreams AwaySome adventures will come from your soul...and some will come from me, Alexa West - the creator of The Solo Girl's Travel Guide (check us out). In this journal, you will find over 100 Bucket List Challenges (near and far) to be ticked. And hey! Remember that this Travel Bucket List is best in pairs! Get one for you and one for the girl who is crazy enough to dream this big with you. xoxo, Alexa & The Solo Girls Travel Team
THE GREAT PYRAMID OF EGYPT - The seven disturbing truths
Whether you are a professional Egyptologist, an amateur or are just passionate about the Great Pyramid of Egypt to whatever degree from mild interest to obsession then this book is for you. The seven truths discussed here are verifiable technicalities that question everything we know and believe about the internal architecture of this pyramid. So strap yourself in as it will reveal a number of startling surprises! In fact this new theory might just be the biggest archaeological discovery of all time.
The Independent Guide to Walt Disney World 2021
Experience the most magical vacationThis guide is full of tips and tricks on how to make the most of your stay. Make the most of your vacation time and beat the crowds! FULLY UPDATED THROUGHOUT WITH ALL THE LATEST CHANGES DUE TO COVID-19 - SUPER IMPORTANT IN 2021.Highlights: Park guides - An in-depth look at all 4 theme parks, Disney Springs and the water parks. All the rides, shows, entertainment and attractions. Full coverage of new Star Wars Land and a preview of the new TRON coaster due in 2021.Hotels - Profiles of almost 30 on-site Disney resort hotels, partner hotels, booking tips and more.Fastpass+ - Skip the line for free! Learn all about this time saving service.Tickets - Find the best ticket type for your tripPark Touring Strategies - Follow these guides to reduce your time in lines and maximize fun!Disney on a Budget - How to save money, from accommodation to inside the parks.Dining - Restaurant types, Dining Plans, tips, reservations, etc. Find out how far in advance you need to reserve your dining options.Activities outside the the parks - From water sports to mini golf. Plus a list of free things to do!Seasonal Events - We cover all the seasonal events that happen every year from Christmas to Halloween and everything in between!Plus so much more: Transportation, getting to Walt Disney World (including their free shuttle ), in-park photos, guided tours, a guide for disabled guests, MagicBands, character meeting tips, a planning checklist and much more
In Search of King Solomon’s Mines
For more than a century Henry Rider Haggard's novel King Solomon's Mines has inspired generations of young men to set forth in search of adventure. But long before Rider Haggard's classic, explorers, theologians and scientists scoured the known world for the source of Solomon's astonishing wealth. The Bible's wisest king built a temple at Jerusalem that was said to be more fabulous than any other landmark in the ancient world. Adorned with an abundance of gold, it was said to be gleaned from a mysterious land known as 'Ophir'. Taking his leads from a mixture of texts including the Septuagint, the earliest known form of the Bible, as well as using geological, geographical and folkloric sources, Tahir Shah sets out in search for Solomon's gold mines. For him the obvious place to look is Ethiopia, the ancient and enigmatic realm nestled in the horn of Africa. The ensuing journey takes Shah to a remote cliff-face monastery where the monks pull visitors up on a leather rope, to the ruined castles of Gondar, and to the fabulous rock-hewn churches at Lalibela. Then, in the south of the country, Shah discovers a massive illegal gold mine. Like something out of the Old Testament, there are thousands of men, women and children digging at the ground with their bare hands. In Search of King Solomon's Mines is regarded as a masterpiece of adventure, its twisting narrative itself touched with gold.
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Ernest Shakletons legend瓣re Nimrod-Exepedition verbrachte den Winter 1908 im Mc-Murdo-Sund, 32 Kilometer n繹rdlich der Discovery-Winterquartiere. Im Herbst bestieg eine Truppe den Mount Erebus und nahm Vermessungen seiner verschiedenen Krater vor. Im antarktischen Fr羹h-ling und Sommer 1908 bis 1909 verlie?en drei Schlittenexpeditionen die Winterquartiere. Die erste drang nach S羹den vor und erreichte die s羹dlichste Breite, welche jemals Menschenfu? be-treten hat; die zweite erreichte zum ersten Male den magnetischen Pol, und eine dritte nahm die Vermessungen der westlich vom Mc-Murdo-Sund gelegenen H繹henz羹ge vor.
Camels and Crocs
Camels and Crocs takes you on a wild ride along five legendary Australian tracks, over sand dunes, across deserts, through creeks and into rainforests, in some of the most remote and inhospitable terrain on the planet.There are plenty of surprises along the way, some hair-raising experiences, and a chance to meet real Outback Aussie characters.Written with a wry sense of humour, this is a great read, whether you want to explore Down Under in person or from the comfort of your armchair.
A Survival Guide to Australia and Australian-English Dictionary
A scholarly, critical, irreverent guide to how Australia works (and how to work Australia) written by a PhD dropout, American ex-patriot, sticky-beak (busybody) who writes the truth - and in true Aussie fashion - doesn't care whom he offends. An easy reading reference book for tourists, visiting businesspeople and migrants. It covers doing business in Australia, the legal system, migration, road rules, real estate, politics and elections, the health care system, the military, and many more subjects. The 1800-word Australian-English dictionary will help make the dialect and dialogue understandable.
Lonely Planet Southeast Asia
Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Southeast Asia.Discover Southeast Asia's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from lounging on the sandy beaches of Cambodia's Koh Tonsay; to walking through the lush rainforest of Lombok's Mt Rinjani National Park; and eating your way around Hanoi's Old Quarter, which has the best street-food scene in Vietnam.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Southeast Asia travel guide: Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsAll-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Southeast Asia effortlesslyExciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursionsExpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and moreVibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Southeast AsiaGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Angkor Wat to Pulau MenjanganEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Southeast Asia culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, The Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Southeast Asia.
S瓊o Tom矇 & Pr穩ncipe
Bradt's S瓊o Tom矇 & Pr穩ncipe is the only standalone guide to Africa's second-smallest country, still home to the Voice of America, and considered by some to be the centre of the world as it is the site of the closest point to the intersection of the Greenwich Meridian and the Equator. In this comprehensively updated third edition, Kathleen Becker - regular tour leader for a major tour operator on S瓊o Tom矇 - provides priceless insider information to the best spots for sleeping, eating and drinking, hiking, watersports, turtle watching and rainforest hikes.Since the previous edition of this guide, a wider choice of accommodation has become available: trendy guesthouses, a surf lodge, a homestay and new plantation tourism on Pr穩ncipe to name a few options. Maybe the biggest surprise to visitors is the gourmet food available here, from the 'best chocolate in the world' to the freshest fish, straight from the beach alongside the Equator mark. Meanwhile, Pr穩ncipe, S瓊o Tom矇's jewel sister island, is now a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, and offers watersports opportunities such as stand up paddle and surfing lessons.Bradt's S瓊o Tom矇 & Pr穩ncipe is the perfect companion for independent travellers, wildlife enthusiasts, trekkers, foodies and anyone interested in colonial history and African developments. This indispensable guide to one of Africa's most important biodiversity hotspots offers sections on background and practical information, followed by four easy-to-follow chapters on S瓊o Tom矇 and a dedicated chapter on Pr穩ncipe. It shows the way to plantations lost in time and an organic cocoa cooperative, and also includes local expressions, advice on cultural and medical issues as well as on how to get by on a budget in a destination without backpacker infrastructure. All budgets are catered for, from luxurious chic boutique resorts to city apartments and budget guesthouses. It also includes additional contributions by local experts on wildlife, politics and economy, controversies and tourism.
Lonely Planet Thailand’s Islands & Beaches
Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Thailand's Islands and Beaches.Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from visiting Phuket Elephant Sanctuary to feed the rescued elephants, to dining with locals at the vibrant Surat Thani Night Market, and freediving off the north coast of Ko Pha-Ngan.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Thailand's Islands & Beaches travel guide: Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsUpdated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Thailand's Islands & Beaches and connect experiences together with easeCreate your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passionsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights including Ko Kut, Ko Mak, and Trang's beaches & islandsSpecial features on picking your ideal island, thai food explained, Bangkok gateway guideExpert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and moreEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel Connect with Thai culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of ThailandCovers Bangkok and around, Ko Chand and the Eastern Seaboard, Hua Hin and the Upper gulf, Ko Samui and the Lower Gulf, Phuket and the Andaman Coast Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Thailand's Islands & Beaches.
The Rough Guide to Kenya (Travel Guide with Free Ebook)TheRough Guide to Kenya (Travel Gui
This Kenya guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground. And this Kenya travel guidebook is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet the FSC's strict environmental and social standards. This Kenya guidebook covers: Nairobi and around, The Central Highlands, Rift Valley, Western Kenya, The national parks and Mombasa Highway, The coast, The north. Inside this Kenya travel book, you'll find: A wide range of sights - Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, family activities or chilled-out breaksItinerary examples - created for different time frames or types of tripPractical information - how to get to Kenya, all about public transport, food and drink, shopping, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, tips for travellers with disabilities and moreAuthor picks and things not to miss in Kenya - Mount Kenya, Mara Naboisho Conservancy, Thimlich Ohinga, Lake Baringo, starry nights, Lake Turkana Cultural festival, fresh coconuts, chameleons, Lake Naivasha, Nairobi National Park, coral reef, Warrior training Insider recommendations - tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spotsWhen to go to Kenya - high season, low season, climate information and festivals Where to go - a clear introduction to Kenya with key places and a handy overview Extensive coverage of regions, places and experiences - regional highlights, sights and places for different types of travellers, with experiences matching different needsPlaces to eat, drink and stay - hand-picked restaurants, cafes, bars and hotelsPractical info at each site - hours of operation, websites, transit tips, chargesColour-coded mapping - with keys and legends listing sites categorised as highlights, eating, accommodation, shopping, drinking and nightlife Background information for connoisseurs - history, culture, art, architecture, film, books, religion, diversityFree download of the eBook - available after purchase of the printed guidebook to Kenya Fully updated post-COVID-19The guide provides a comprehensive and rich selection of places to see and things to do in Kenya, as well as great planning tools. It's the perfect companion, both ahead of your trip and on the ground.
Lonely Planet Bangkok
Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Bangkok.Discover Bangkok's most popular experiences and best kept secrets - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - from visiting Wat Suthat to marvel at one of Thailand's biggest Buddhas to taking a sunset sightseeing river cruise from Sathron/Central Pier, and indulging your senses at Bang Rak's historic Spice Alley.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Bangkok travel guide: Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsUpdated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Bangkok and connect experiences together with easeCreate your ideal trip with exciting Perfect Day itineraries with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions, plus day trips from Bangkok so you can explore the surrounding areasGet fresh takes on must-visit sights including Wat Arun Temple; the abandon Sathorn Unique Tower; and the Golden Mount monasterySpecial features on Bangkok's nightlife, eat like a local, navigate the marketsExpert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and moreEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travelConnect with Bangkok culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of BangkokCovers Ko Ratanakosin & Thonburi; Banglamphu; Thewet & Dusit; Chinatown; Siam Square, Pratunam, Phloen Chi & Ratchathewi; Riverside, Silom & Lumphini; Sukhumvit; Northern Bangkok plus day trips to Ayuthaya; Amphawa; Nakhon Pathom; Phetchaburi; Kanchanaburi; Lop Buri Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary city with Lonely Planet's Bangkok.
African Approaches
A story of epic proportions, African Approaches: Roads to a Far Off Place tells of trials and triumphs, despair and elation, failure and success - every page laced with Jo Jordan's wry humour and slightly anarchic pragmatism. Inspired by a grainy black and white film of an overland journey across the Sahara to Nigeria and stumbling across a small ad in the Observer announcing an 18-week overland trip to South Africa, the young Jo left 'swinging sixties' London behind and never looked back. It was then that she met her future husband, Nick, with whom she went on to form Hobo Trans Africa Expeditions. With an eye for the absurd, Jo deftly portrays the cast of characters encountered in Hobo's early days of trial and error, through to its gradual transformation into a leading Africa-overlanding enterprise of its day. Interwoven through it all is the equally compelling tale of their build project in Tanzania. Finding the perfect shamba (parcel of land) overlooking the spectacular Mount Meru, Jo and Nick set about creating Samaki House. Drama and farce notwithstanding, they and a host of visitors do eventually get to enjoy their Konyagi sundowners on the verandah. This is a chronicle of courage, of fulfilling the human urge to explore and push beyond boundaries. But most of all, it's about squeezing the pips from life.
Pilgrimage to India
Fr. "Jack" Lombardi is pastor of St. Peter and St. Patrick Churches in western Maryland and has been a Roman Catholic priest for 32 years with the Archdiocese of Baltimore. He enjoys the spiritual-mystical treasures of the Catholic-Christian Church; travel-pilgrimages, outdoor recreation and hiking, serving his flock as well as the poor and needy. He treasures the daily Mass and giving spiritual retreats and conferences; writing and theological reflections; sports and working with a variety of people, and loves his Labrador Retriever dog, Bella. One of his favorite sayings is that of St. Ignatius, "Pray as though everything depended on God, and act as though everything depended on you." Namaste!
Pilgrimage to India
Fr. "Jack" Lombardi is pastor of St. Peter and St. Patrick Churches in western Maryland and has been a Roman Catholic priest for 32 years with the Archdiocese of Baltimore. He enjoys the spiritual-mystical treasures of the Catholic-Christian Church; travel-pilgrimages, outdoor recreation and hiking, serving his flock as well as the poor and needy. He treasures the daily Mass and giving spiritual retreats and conferences; writing and theological reflections; sports and working with a variety of people, and loves his Labrador Retriever dog, Bella. One of his favorite sayings is that of St. Ignatius, "Pray as though everything depended on God, and act as though everything depended on you." Namaste!
The Independent Guide to Disneyland Paris 2021
STOP: A new version of this book is available - search for "THE INDEPENDENT GUIDE TO DISNEYLAND PARIS 2025"--Prepare for your trip to Disneyland Paris with our new and updated guide.Our bestselling Disneyland Paris guide series is trusted by families from across the world to help you create unforgettable memories. This guide has been updated with the changes due to COVID-19.The guide includes: How to plan your tripTransportation: How to get to the resortThe Hotels: Choosing a place to stayThe Parks: A look at every ride, show, restaurant and more at both theme parks. There's even a whole chapter dedicated to meeting the characters. Includes the latest changes due to COVID-19 and the new rides and attractions set to open in 2021.Tickets: How to save money on your tickets and choosing the best one for you.Fastpass: Learn how to use this valuable time-saving service.Beyond the Parks: Chapters dedicated to Disney Village (an entertainment area), the shopping and adventure locations near the parks, and even the city of Paris itself.Guests with Disabilities: How Disney helps make your visit as easy as possible.Disney on a Budget: How to save hundreds on your trip, when booking and while on holiday.Skip the Queues and Touring Plans: Follow our tried and tested ways to keep waiting to an absolute minimum.Park Maps: Familiarise yourself with the park before getting there. Updated with new rides and shows set to open this year.Disneyland Paris for WDW Veterans: Been to Disney World before? We cover the similarities and differences.Park Services: When to visit, attraction and character photos, parking, currency and much, much more.Seasonal Events and the Future: Our look at the Christmas, Halloween and other seasons. Plus, a peek into the future of the resort and its huge expansion!--STOP: A new version of this book is available - search for "THE INDEPENDENT GUIDE TO DISNEYLAND PARIS 2025"
The Detour
Leaving behind Thailand after the 2004 Tsunami, Ben, aged 19, made a life challenging journey without GPS or mobile phone to cross 11 countries in 8 months covering at least 16,000 miles, not including the occasional detour or missed direction. This is his log of the journey home..."What comes through most clearly is the sheer excitement of travelling in SE Asia when you're young, and seeing so many amazing things for the first time. This is a great account of the traveller's life, in which random encounters become critical junctures and you find yourself somewhere unfamiliar every day." Tom Feiling - "Short walks in Bogota"
Lagos Travel Guide
Welcome to Lagos. Lagos's combo of grit and (chaos) is bound to mesmerize all those keen to explore its vibrant culture, intense parties, charismatic souls, rich history and fabulous food. Lagos, one of the world's most populous cities with over 18 million inhabitants, often gets overlooked - this guide exposes the mystery, the charm and all that Lagos has to offer to the bold traveler looking to immerse themselves in a truly African experience. This travel guide showcases Lagos' soul, sights, and tastemakers in a new, upbeat and positive light. Visit Lagos smartly and safely with this Lagos travel guide that simulates the lifestyle of a true local. Lagos Travel Guide is a personal, honest and engaging perspective of the wondrous city from the eyes of the top changemakers. This guide will serve as your handbook to help you build a bond with the heartbeat of Africa. From one of Nigeria's most highly recognised travel writers "Funke Ogunkoya-Futi", this is the definitive book on visiting Lagos, Nigeria.
Safaris im Minutentakt
In Safaris im Minutentakt beschreibt der Autor im Dez./2010 unternommene Safaris durch die Nationalparks Tsavo Ost, Tsavo West, Amboseli sowie eine Safari im Jan./2001 durch den Ngorongoro Krater in minutengenauer Auflistung. Urspr羹nglich war das Buch als Anlage zu Ostafrika-Sequenzen [ISBN 978-3-347-1805 9-8] gedacht. Mit der nun vorliegenden Fassung hat es einen bedeutenden eigenst瓣ndigen Wert und bildet zugleich mit Ostafrika-Sequenzen und Vision Kilimanjaro [ISBN 978-3-347-17145-9] eine komplexe Einheit. Im Medienwald verf羹gbare Information zu Safaris ist 羹blicherweise durch Ausschneiden von Leerl瓣ufen handlungs羹berlastet - mit dem Wissen nach dem Lesen dieses Buches kann jeder, der eine Safari plant, im Vorfeld der Reise klar erkennen, was ihn f羹r sein Geld erwartet. Er kann mit Kenntnis eines repr瓣sentativen Informationsquerschnitts seine Anspr羹che sachkonkret einstellen und letztlich die Safari psychisch noch positiver erleben als er es tun w羹rde, wenn er die Safari mit einem vom Umfang her 羹berladenen, auf falsche Schwerpunkte setzenden Teilwissen antr瓣te. Vom Autor auf YouTube eingestellte, u.a. bei Stichworteingabe burghard zacharias schnellstens zu findende Videos (z.B. L繹wen in der Serengeti, Elefanten in Tsavo Ost) sowie eine Foto-/Video-DVD runden den Buchtext visuell ab. Die DVD ist bei Dr. Burghard Zacharias bei Nachweis des Erwerbs eines der drei von ihm ver繹ffentlichten Reisetageb羹cher kostenfrei orderbar; Kontaktm繹glichkeiten wie Anschrift, Telefon, E-Mail-Adressen siehe z. B. Im Internet auf der Homepage www.burghard-zacharias.de . Erg瓣nzender Hinweis: Abenteuer des Autors in der Serengeti und im Arusha Nationalpark, beim Bezwingen von Mt. Kenia und Kilimanjaro sowie an Kenias Str瓣nden n繹rdlich von Mombasa sowie in Mombasa selbst sind detailliert nacherlebbar beim Lesen des Buches Vision Kilimanjaro, 7 Wochen unterwegs in Kenia und Tansania. Auch hierzu bereichern auf modernen Kommunikationswegen vom Autor auf youtube eingestellte Videos,
The Heart of the Antarctic (Annotated, Large Print)
Epic Expedition Across AntarcticaFollow the great British explorer Ernest Shackleton and his expedition team on this epic journey as they attempt to become the first humans to reach the South Pole. This book is filled with adventure, drama, and incredible science. Antarctica is the most unique location on Earth and is highly important to the planet's climate. This expedition spans two years and covers the overwinter experience in the coldest, darkest, and windiest place there is.Over 200 illustrations, diagrams, and photographsAnnotated with a bonus biography of Ernest ShackletonLarge Print Edition AvailableBoth original volumes contained in a single bookSet before his most famous expedition where he and his team were marooned on the ice, this journey sets the stage for the greatest southern explorations in history. Read and experience what it's like to try and carry out exploration for the glory of the British crown. Feel the joy and anguish of their successes and failures in Antarctica, the most forbidding place known."By repeating this to-day for three miles we marched nine miles over a surface where many times a slip meant death."The crew of the Nimrod, led by Ernest Shackleton, is set in the great era of exploration. Armchair adventurers, biologists, geologists, cartographers, climatologists, marine scientists, glaciologists, and just about every other scientist will gain a better insight into their own explorations through this book. This book is digitally remastered and completely reformatted from the original edition for easy reading and reference.Get your copy of this classic adventure today!
The Heart of the Antarctic (Annotated, Large Print)
Epic Expedition Across AntarcticaFollow the great British explorer Ernest Shackleton and his expedition team on this epic journey as they attempt to become the first humans to reach the South Pole. This book is filled with adventure, drama, and incredible science. Antarctica is the most unique location on Earth and is highly important to the planet's climate. This expedition spans two years and covers the overwinter experience in the coldest, darkest, and windiest place there is.Over 200 illustrations, diagrams, and photographsAnnotated with a bonus biography of Ernest ShackletonLarge Print Edition AvailableBoth original volumes contained in a single bookSet before his most famous expedition where he and his team were marooned on the ice, this journey sets the stage for the greatest southern explorations in history. Read and experience what it's like to try and carry out exploration for the glory of the British crown. Feel the joy and anguish of their successes and failures in Antarctica, the most forbidding place known."By repeating this to-day for three miles we marched nine miles over a surface where many times a slip meant death."The crew of the Nimrod, led by Ernest Shackleton, is set in the great era of exploration. Armchair adventurers, biologists, geologists, cartographers, climatologists, marine scientists, glaciologists, and just about every other scientist will gain a better insight into their own explorations through this book. This book is digitally remastered and completely reformatted from the original edition for easy reading and reference.Get your copy of this classic adventure today!
Bali
Updated July 2019!! Bali, IndonesiaUbud Canggu Seminyak Kuta Uluwatu Nusa Lembongan Nusa Penida AmedDitch the generic travel guides that are impersonal AF and feel like they were written for your nerdy cousin who wears socks with sandals.A true Bali vacation should be equal amounts Indonesian culture, jungle adventures, and tan lines. And that's exactly what this guide is!The Solo Girl's Travel Guide shows you... What to Pack The Best Islands, Beaches, and Hotels for your Budget Temple History & Cultural Insights Local Places to Eat, Shop, and Explore Sights & Temples you MUST See (and which sights are a waste of time) Hidden Bars where you can make friends with Locals & Expats How to Take Transportation around the Island And the nerve-racking stuff like how to get to your hotel from the airport without getting scammed Plan the perfect itinerary for 1 week, 10 days, 2 weeks - without breaking your budget. What this Guide is not... An overwhelming deep-dive into Indonesian history A 5-hour read with historical dates and ancient facts A book written by some man who doesn't even live here... Speaking of men, since the success of The Solo Girl's Travel Guide, I've had many dudes ask me, "Yeah, but why a girl's guide?" Um, because we have boobs. And for some reason, that's enough for the world to treat us like toys. We constantly have to ask ourselves questions like.... Are there drugs in my drink? Is that dark alley filled with serial killers? Am I going to be kidnapped and sold to the highest bidder? The answer is usually no, but for us girls, "usually" doesn't cut it. In order to be wild and carefree, we've got to feel 100% safe. And I've never found a travel guide to take my safety into consideration...so, here we are. Remember! You don't need a boyfriend, a travel partner or anyone's approval to travel the world. And you don't need a massive bank account or an entire summer off work. All you need is some courage in your bones and a good book in your hands. If you've doubted yourself for one moment, remember this: Millions of girls travel across the globe all by themselves every damn day and you can, too. You are just as capable, just as smart, and just as brave as the rest of us. You don't need permission- this is your life. Listen to your gut, follow your heart, and just book that ticket already! Oh, and once you've bought this book...we're officially friends. I'm here if you need me, just write me on Instagram - you'll find my handle inside.
The Gion Festival
A must-have resource for anyone wishing to unlock the mysteries of Kyoto's 1150-year-old Gion Festival. "A month of rituals, five processions, countless deities, shrines and portable shrines, thirty-four floats, antique treasures and fine arts, otherworldly music, an array of spiritual traditions, family heirlooms on display, kimono, people watching, thousands of dedicated volunteers, more than 1150 years of history-the Gion Festival is truly a world-class celebration. It also takes place in the subtropics in midsummer: it's hot as blazes, very humid, and prone to pouring rain, even typhoons. Add a very foreign language and a million visitors in an area less than a mile square. Now you have a sense of the scope of your potential explorations." -Excerpt from the book This book empowers you to make the most of your visit to this extraordinarily rich and vast World Heritage Event, known in Japanese as "Gion Matsuri". Whether used as a guidebook or as a window into the wisdom and beauty of traditional Japanese culture, The Gion Festival: Exploring Its Mysteries is an enriching read that allows for a deep dive into the multi-faceted aspects of Japan's most famous annual festival. Author Catherine Pawasarat explores and explains the gigantic festival's many elements in vibrant and engaging detail, including its origins in the ninth century and an overview of its history and cultural context. Throughout the book you'll find fascinating details about the Gion Festival's transformation as it creates new ways to adapt to the modern era. You'll come to share the author's affection for the festival and her appreciation of the cultural event as a priceless part of our human heritage. In this book, you will discover: The history of the Gion Festival Its spiritual and cultural origins Descriptions and background for each of the 34 Gion Festival floats A guide to potential activities Practical information and tips to get the most out of your participation in the festival Creative ways the festival is meeting the challenges of our rapidly-changing modern world Lessons for cultural sustainability and how to preserve our collective human heritage A guide to potential activities, supported by detailed maps and schedules Filled with photographs, schedules, and maps never before available to English readers, The Gion Festival takes an up-close and personal look into the design, symbolism, and treasures of each float; the neighborhoods, traditional and modern families, and architecture that support the festival; and the many religious rituals, processions, and musical performances that accompany it.
One Hundred Things to do at Universal Studios Hollywood Before you Die
Ever wonder how much you can do at Universal Studios Hollywood?Want to get the most out of your next Universal Studios Hollywood vacation?The Ultimate Universal Studios Hollywood Bucket List is your companion to get the most out of Universal Studios Hollywood.Have you ever explored the back lot?Have you ever experienced a wand fitting?Have you visited the Simpson's home town?This unauthorized field guide is a great to do list of Universal Studios Hollywood offerings. Create more memories as you check off everything on your own bucket list with One Hundred Thing to do at Universal Studios Hollywood Before you Die.
Madagascar
A new, thoroughly updated 13th edition of Bradt's Madagascar, the leading and most comprehensive guide to this unique island nation, written by Hilary Bradt, who first visited in 1976 and has returned roughly 35 times, and Daniel Austin, who has visited more than 15 times and continues to travel there annually. Bradt's Madagascar is by far the most thorough guide to the country in English and includes contributions from over 50 experts in a book which has been the most authoritative guide to the country for three decades. It covers national parks and protected areas and includes itineraries to suit all interests and budgets, plus details of around 1,000 hotels and restaurants.Madagascar is fascinating not only zoologically and botanically, but culturally, linguistically, historically and geologically. This vast island is the fourth largest in the world and also the oldest, which partly explains why it has evolved into an incredible hotspot for biodiversity, with a truly unique flora and fauna that is more than 80% endemic to the island, and with new species being described virtually on a daily basis. Madagascar is also the only place where you can see wild lemurs. Almost a quarter of the world's 450-or-so primates exist only here. And Madagascar is the world's largest grower of vanilla orchids, the bulk of which is supplied to the USA for flavouring ice cream and Coca Cola.With Bradt's Madagascar you can visit tropical rainforest and seek out its incredible flora and fauna; explore otherworldly limestone spires, most famously at Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park - Madagascar's most striking landscape; discover the beach-fringed islands around Nosy Be, fabulous for scuba diving, snorkelling, kayaking, whale-watching and fishing; and make the most of a host of adventuring and sporting possibilities, including surfing, windsurfing, rock climbing, tree climbing, caving, river trips, mountain biking and hiking. Also covered are the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ambohimanga; the renowned Avenue des Baobabs, one of the country's most photographed scenes, and information on the best birdwatching spots: Madagascar has almost 300 avian species, with a high proportion of endemics, including five whole endemic families.
Finding Soul, from Silicon Valley to Africa
Finding Soul, From Silicon Valley to Africa is a travel memoir, spiritual journey, and self-help book all in one. In 2017, Kurt Davis traveled to Africa and volunteered at many business accelerators and humanitarian non-profits. Finding Soul, From Silicon Valley to Africa gives readers a detailed description of not only what Africa is like, but also how the experiences changed and inspired him. Each chapter reads like a vignette while developing the key themes in the book: experiencing deep empathy for others, releasing ego and identity, and discovering a deeper meaning for life. There are other moments that emerge throughout its pages, such as understanding the roots of racism, the power of entrepreneurship as a tool for development, and learning how to enjoy a journey without a plan. Finding Soul, From Silicon Valley to Africa is for anyone who is a traveler looking for a few tips about Africa, a student wanting to learn more about the continent, an entrepreneur or businessman/woman interested in Africa's potential, or just a curious reader wanting to learn about a personal development story.
Japan in 100 Words
As its title suggests, this book captures the essence of Japanese life and culture in 100 words. From well-known concepts like zen, kawaii and anime to their lesser-known counterparts waiting to be discovered by the West, Japan in 100 Words covers it all. Readers will learn more about: Chochin--decorative lanterns seen everywhere from shrines and temples to izakayaFugu--the very carefully prepared delicacy of poisonous blowfishJ-pop--the now widely popular musical genreKaroshi--literally translated as "overwork death"Omiai--the Japanese version of an arranged marriageAnd much more!The beautiful full-color illustrations bring these ideas, places and objects to life--making it the perfect addition to any Japanophiles library or a fun and useful introductory guide for a first-time visitor to Japan.
