Five-Star Trails: Knoxville
Discover the Best Hikes in Knoxville, Tennessee Knoxville is a perfectly situated hiker's paradise. The master chain of the Appalachian Range--the Great Smoky Mountains--rises within sight to the east. Protected as Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this area offers more than 900 miles of hiking trails amid rushing streams, rugged ridges, huge trees, colorful wildflowers, and abundant wildlife. To the west, the Cumberland Plateau features distinctly different terrain. Water-carved gorges slice through this elevated table of land, exposing rock walls and creating rock houses, sheer bluffs, and other remarkable geological formations. North of Knoxville, the ridge-and-valley country blends elements of the plateau and the high ranges. Explore 40 of Knoxville's best, five-star trails with the guidance of acclaimed author and hiking expert Johnny Molloy. With hikes in this guide divided into five distinct areas, you'll wind through hilly woodlands, around expansive lakes, and along meandering rivers. You'll visit breathtaking waterfalls and find panoramic overlooks. Inside you'll find: Descriptions of 40 five-star hiking trails for all levels and interests Full-color GPS-based trail maps, elevation profiles, and detailed directions to trailheads Insight into the history, flora, and fauna of the routes Ratings for scenery, difficulty, trail condition, solitude, and accessibility for children Lace up, grab your pack, and hit the trail!
Haunted Houses U.S.A.
From Simon & Schuster, Haunted Houses USA is a fascinating, informative guide to ghostly abodes you can visit! The book includes sixteen pages of photos. Now readers can discover the best places to encounter ghosts. From restaurants to mansions to graveyards, this chilling book is a fascinating guide to incredible haunting sites.
Crescent 42
A year to the day chronicle of the author's first solo trip to New Orleans and the subsequent trials and tribulations of staking a spot of land in 2016. A deep-thinker's stream of consciousness narrates. The path home is littered with pitfalls, speedbumps, and intractable aggravations, but entirely and wonderfully worth it. Beginning in the quiet Redwood serendipity of the Sonoma Coast, meandering through Louisiana's Mud River Mecca, then back to a BnB odyssey through Solano, Napa, Sonoma, and Lake Counties.
Frenchmen, Desire, Good Children
First published by now-defunct New Orleans publisher Robert L. Crager in 1949, the book remains funny and informative, generally accepted as a standard reference about the Crescent City. Frenchmen, Desire, Good Children, and Other Streets of New Orleans! details the interesting stories of the developers and families as well as the infamous and famous people, places, and events from which the city's names and character are drawn.
The Couple’s Adventure - Over 200 Ideas to See, Hear, Taste, and Try in Southeast Texas
Do you want to take a trip with your special someone? Are you ready for adventure after months of staying at home? Would you like to know more about what Southeast Texas can offer YOU? Before reading any further, please bookmark this page to find it quickly if needed.This in-depth, eclectic travel guide to Southeast Texas offers couples everywhere the insider tips, tricks, and recommendations they need to experience the southeastern part of the Lone Star State like a professional. You'll find a wide range of fantastic options for any interest - gorgeous natural features worth a bit of a hike, quirky museums, places where you can craft something unique, jazz clubs sequestered in cozy basements, places to grab a bite to eat whether you're looking for a black-tie dinner or just an outrageously good food truck, and more. We provide you with a little bit of everything, so you can plan the perfect trip for just the two of you.The book's listings are divided by category: things to see, hear, taste, and try. If you want to taste something new in Southeast Texas today, simply flip to the delicious and fabulous dining options that we've collected for you in the area. Looking for something adventurous to do? Check out our list of things to try. You can make your way through the book and check off the ideas one by one, with your partner.We have worked hard to provide detailed entries that include websites, so you know what to expect. Learn more about Southeast Texas than you ever imagined, on a road trip that was designed with you in mind.Bookmark your future and finally start planning a Texas trip that's just right for you, effortlessly. We've done the heavy lifting, so you don't have to. Plunge yourself into the gorgeous natural offerings, amazing wildlife, cross-cultural and traditional tastes, romantic sounds, and adventurous outings that abound in the southeastern region of this iconic state right now. In this guide, we've covered attractions from across the southeastern part of the state, including everything east and south of Llano county - up to the Louisiana border on the east, all the way south to the Gulf Coast and the border with Mexico, including the areas around Houston, Austin, and San Antonio. There may not be listings in every single county, but wherever you are in Southeast Texas, we've got something for you that's no more than 5 or 6 hours away.Are you ready to get out there and travel to Southeast Texas? Surprise your partner with a thoughtful and personalized experience that they will remember for the rest of their life. Check out The Couple's Adventure today!
Reminiscences Of Forts Sumter And Moultrie In 1860-’61
Reminiscences Of Forts Sumter And Moultrie In 1860-'61 has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. So that the book is never forgotten we have represented this book in a print format as the same form as it was originally first published. Hence any marks or annotations seen are left intentionally to preserve its true nature.
Finding Common Ground
Why would a feisty almost-eighty-year-old grandmother slip into her Birkenstocks, throw a sleeping bag into the back of her Subaru, and set out across America?Because she'd had enough. Enough anger. Enough hatred. Enough division.Marilyn Siden has lived through much: the aftermath of World War II, Korea, and the horror of Vietnam. She's navigated good political administrations and struggling ones, a thriving economy and want. Her eight decades of experience living in the US have shown her the best America has to offer and, unfortunately, the worst. But she never thought America would become a place of vitriol and despair.So, she decided to do something about it.Through a series of epic journeys across America, Marilyn discovered what she was after: practical advice on how to help our nation heal.But she found something she wasn't expecting . . . something far more powerful.Marilyn found our common ground.
DK Eyewitness Top 10 England`s Lake District
England's Lake District, with its unspoiled wilderness, pristine lakes, boulder-strewn fells and tiny villages, has inspired generations of poets, writers and hikers. Your DK Eyewitness Top 10 travel guide ensures you'll find your way around the Lake District with absolute ease. Our regularly updated Top 10 travel guide breaks down the best of Lake District into helpful lists of ten - from our own selected highlights to the best castles, churches and abbeys, pubs, hikes and swims. You'll discover: - Seven easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week- Detailed Top 10 lists of Lake District's must-sees, including comprehensive descriptions of Grasmere, Windermere, Kendal, Borrowdale, Ambleside, Langdale, Wordsworth's Lake District, Coniston Water, Wasdale and Keswick - Lake District's most interesting areas, with the best places for shopping, going out and sightseeing - Inspiration for different things to enjoy during your trip - including family activities, festivals and things to do for free- A laminated pull-out map of the Lake District, plus five full-colour area maps- Streetsmart advice get ready, get around, and stay safe- A lightweight format perfect for your pocket or bag when you're on the move DK Eyewitness Top 10s are the UK's favourite pocket guides and have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 2002. Looking for more on England's culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness Great Britain.
Exploring North Carolina’s Lookout Towers
A hiking guide and photography book on North Carolina's lookout towers. In the 1920s and 1930s, forestry organizations built dozens of lookout structures in Western North Carolina as the backbone of a firefighting system. Many of these lookouts survive in North Carolina today-- they represent some of the best destinations for hikers who want to see the incredible vistas of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Part hiking guide and part photography collection, this book contains wonderful stories about the history and folklore of the lookouts and their fire lookout inhabitants, a detailed guide of hikes to each, and details about the views at the top--all provided by a local, long-term land preservationist and lookout fanatic, Peter J. Barr. Barr's text is augmented by the amazing full-color photographs of well-known nature photographer Kevin Adams (North Carolina Waterfalls).
The Couple’s Adventure - Over 200 Ideas to See, Hear, Taste, and Try in North Florida
Do you want to take a trip with your special someone? Are you ready for adventure after months of staying at home? Would you like to know more about what North Florida can offer YOU? Before reading any further, please bookmark this page to find it quickly if needed. This in-depth, eclectic travel guide to North Florida offers couples everywhere the insider tips, tricks, and recommendations they need to experience the northern part of the Sunshine State like a professional. You'll find a wide range of fantastic options for any interest - gorgeous natural features worth a bit of a hike, quirky museums, places where you can craft something unique, jazz clubs sequestered in cozy basements, places to grab a bite to eat whether you're looking for a black-tie dinner or just an outrageously good food truck, and more. We provide you with a little bit of everything, so you can plan the perfect trip for just the two of you.The book's listings are divided by category: things to see, hear, taste, and try. If you want to taste something new in North Florida today, simply flip to the delicious and fabulous dining options that we've collected for you in the area. Looking for something adventurous to do? Check out our list of things to try. You can make your way through the book and check off the ideas one by one, with your partner.We have worked hard to provide detailed entries that include websites, so you know what to expect. Learn more about North Florida than you ever imagined, on a road trip that was designed with you in mind.Bookmark your future and finally start planning a Florida trip that's just right for you, effortlessly. We've done the heavy lifting, so you don't have to. Plunge yourself into the gorgeous natural offerings, exotic wildlife, cross-cultural and traditional tastes, romantic sounds, and adventurous outings that abound in the northern region of this tropical state right now. In this guide, we've covered attractions from across the northern part of the state, including the Panhandle and everything north of Citrus, Sumter, Lake, and Volusia counties. There may not be listings in every single county, but wherever you are in North Florida, we've got something for you that's just a short drive away at most.Are you ready to get out there and travel to North Florida? Surprise your partner with a thoughtful and personalized experience that they will remember for the rest of their life. Check out The Couple's Adventure today!
The Couple’s Adventure - Over 200 Ideas to See, Hear, Taste, and Try in Central Florida
Do you want to surprise your significant other with a trip? Are you feeling cooped up after months at home? Would you like to know more about what Central Florida can offer YOU? Before reading any further, please bookmark this page to find it quickly if needed. This in-depth, eclectic travel guide to Central Florida offers couples everywhere the insider tips, tricks, and recommendations they need to experience the middle of the Sunshine State like a professional. Sites like parks, beaches, hotels, historical locations, Instagram locations, restaurants, and bars are featured throughout the region - from world-renowned attractions to quiet treasures hidden off the beaten path - providing you with a little bit of everything.The book's listings are divided by category: things to see, hear, taste, and try. If you want to taste something new in Central Florida today, simply flip to the delicious and fabulous dining options that we've collected for you in the area. Looking for something adventurous to do? Check out our list of things to try. You can make your way through the book and check off the ideas one by one, with your partner.We have worked hard to provide detailed entries that include websites, social media accounts, and prices, so you know what to expect. Learn more about Central Florida than you ever imagined, on a U.S. road trip that was designed with you in mind.Bookmark your future and finally start planning a Florida trip that's just right for you, effortlessly. We've done the heavy lifting, so you don't have to. Plunge yourself into the gorgeous natural offerings, exotic wildlife, cross-cultural and traditional tastes, romantic sounds, and adventurous outings that abound in the central area of this tropical state right now. In this guide we've covered attractions from across Central Florida, including Brevard, Citrus, DeSoto, Hardee, Hernando, Highlands, Hillsborough, Indian River, Lake, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Okeechobee, Orange, Osceola, Polk, Sarasota, Seminole, St. Lucie, Sumter, and Volusia counties.Are you ready to get out there and travel to Central Florida? Surprise your partner with a thoughtful and personalized experience that they will remember for the rest of their life. Check out The Couple's Adventure today!
60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Nashville
Hike near Nashville, Tennessee, on 60 of the area's best trails! The best way to experience Nashville is by hiking it. Get outdoors with veteran Tennessee outdoorsman Johnny Molloy, with the full-color edition of 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Nashville. A perfect blend of popular trails and hidden gems, the selected hikes transport you to scenic overlooks, wildlife hot spots, and historical settings that renew your spirit and recharge your body. Take in the beautiful wildflowers and magnificent wildlife on the Henry Hollow Loop at Beaman Park. Immerse yourself in history along the Gordon House and Ferry Site Walk, just off the Natchez Trace Parkway. Enjoy a hike with the entire family on Old Hickory Lake Nature Trail, part of the Nashville Greenway system. Challenge yourself with climbs and descents along the Bearwaller Gap Hiking Trail, one of the finest paths in middle Tennessee. With Johnny as your guide, you'll learn about the area and experience nature through 60 spectacular outings! Each hike description features key at-a-glance information on distance, difficulty, scenery, traffic, hiking time, and more, so you can quickly and easily learn about each trail. Detailed directions, GPS-based trail maps, and elevation profiles help to ensure that you know where you are and where you're going. Tips on nearby activities further enhance your enjoyment of every outing. Whether you're a local looking for new places to explore or a visitor to the area, 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Nashville provides plenty of options for a couple hours or a full day of adventure, all within about an hour from Nashville and the surrounding communities.
Leave Only Footprints
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - "A delightful sampler plate of our national parks, written with charisma and erudition."--Nick Offerman, author of Paddle Your Own Canoe From CBS Sunday Morning correspondent Conor Knighton, a behind-the-scenery look at his year traveling to each of America's National Parks, discovering the most beautiful places and most interesting people our country has to offerNAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY OUTSIDE When Conor Knighton set off to explore America's "best idea," he worried the whole thing could end up being his worst idea. A broken engagement and a broken heart had left him longing for a change of scenery, but the plan he'd cooked up in response had gone a bit overboard in that department: Over the course of a single year, Knighton would visit every national park in the country, from Acadia to Zion. In Leave Only Footprints, Knighton shares informative and entertaining dispatches from what turned out to be the road trip of a lifetime. Whether he's waking up early for a naked scrub in a historic bathhouse in Arkansas or staying up late to stargaze along our loneliest highway in Nevada, Knighton weaves together the type of stories you're not likely to find in any guidebook. Through his unique lens, America the Beautiful becomes America the Captivating, the Hilarious, and the Inspiring. Along the way, he identifies the threads that tie these wildly different places together--and that tie us to nature--and reveals how his trip ended up changing his views on everything from God and love to politics and technology. Filled with fascinating tidbits about our parks' past and reflections on their fragile future, this book is both a celebration of and a passionate case for the natural wonders that all Americans share.
I’d Rather Be Seen Than Viewed
"Twenty years after publishing my first collection, Everyone's Gotta Be Somewhere, and thirty years after I started writing columns for the Savannah Morning News, I'm still looking for answers, still trying to figure out what connects us, still trying to figure out what it's all about. Is it food? Butterflies? Birthdays? Astrological signs?"
A Simple Camping Guide For Beginners - With Pastel Gold Pink Cover Design - Abstract Modern Contemporary Watercolor
A Simple Camping Guide For Beginners - With Pastel Gold Pink Cover Design - Abstract Modern Contemporary Watercolor Cover Design. Table Of Contents: * An Activity That Is Perfect For All Occasions * How To Save Money On Your Next Camping Trip * Why You Need To Check The Weather Before Camping * Finding A Great Camping Location * Campgrounds And Parks * Food To Take When Going Camping * Finding Affordable Camping Equipment * How to Make Your Next Camping Trip Fun And Exciting * Making The Most Of Your Next Camping Trip * Combining Camping And Picnics Camping means time outdoors, which has a stress-relieving effect and can boost mood. Putting up the tent, starting a fire, cooking a meal; these are all activities that, once completed successfully, can help children and adults build self-confidence. In fact, camping is often used to help children and teens develop greater self-confidence and self-worth. One of the best and most important aspects of camping is how it helps you build and strengthen relationships. When you go camping with friends or family, you get a chance to talk and visit without distraction, even late into the night. Some invaluable life lessons you'll learn on your camping trip include: You desperately needed to unplug. Camping builds and strengthens bonds. Nature does not have to be (and is not) scary. You'll always be tempted to bring too much stuff. Cooking with fire is primal and awesome. The best conversations happen around that campfire. Sleeping under the stars is everything.
Walking New Orleans
Featuring 33 self-guided walking tours, Walking New Orleans leads readers through some of the city's most interesting, scenic, and historic places.
Did You See That? On The Outer Banks
The Outer Banks of North Carolina has a great and diverse collection of history and nature, from pirates to pilots, first colonies to first flights, tall dunes to taller lighthouses. The amount of historical events is impressive for such a tiny ribbon of sand. Even more impressive are the many hidden tales and legends that exist throughout the Outer Banks, events that may be unknown to both local and visitor alike. Chapters include tales of abandoned ghost towns, homes built and rebuilt from nothing, a witch's cursed tree, bridges where no car travels, UFOs, bloody pirate tales, statues that traveled thousands of miles, lesser known monuments and the strange details they hold, and all the other wonderful bits of the strange and wonderful that makes up the Outer Banks. And sharks. And every one of these places can be visited, if you try hard enough. Did You See That? On The Outer Banks visits locations in and around Corolla, Duck and Southern Shores, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head, Manteo, Dare County mainland, the Hatteras Seashore, Buxton, Ocracoke, and Portsmouth Island. Included in Did You See That? On The Outer Banks is a detailed description of each location, including their histories and legends. Also included is a rating of how odd the subject is, how difficult it is to visit, and the GPS coordinates for each place. Simply type in the coordinates on your favorite map device and follow the directions to your favorite location. Make your trip to the North Carolina coast more fun with Did You See That? On The Outer Banks.
Did You See That?
Throughout North Carolina there are strange and wonderful attractions either just off the road or off the beaten path. Did You See That? is a guide to these pieces of roadside oddity, complete with GPS coordinates of latitude and longitude. Merely type in the numbers in your car or smartphone and follow the directions to your favorite attraction. Chapters in Did You See That? include a possible location for pirate treasure, a hidden monument for the Wright Brothers, an abandoned UFO, a giant frying pan, two dinosaurs, two western towns, two sundials, a big snowball stand, a hidden racetrack, a giant strawberry, a huge silver spinning head, a manmade geyser, an underwater town, and a giant bear that only comes out twice a year. And that's only a small part of the book. The book is divided into three sections, Coastal, Piedmont, and Mountains. Over 80 different locations are listed inside, with a detailed description and history of each bit of roadside oddity. In addition, a rating guide is included on the location's oddity and difficulty in accessing the spot. Whether you are a native to the Old North State, have relocated there, or just like to visit, this book is for you. Did You See That? will help you find new places and make road trips a little more interesting. There is a mixture of the old and new, historical and strange, ridiculous and charming, which means there's enough for everyone to find something interesting in this book. So make your travels more fun with Did You See That?
The 50 States Guide Book
What's new: ✓ An updated list of presidents.✓ Fixed all typos and updated texts!✓ A load of new facts!✓ And many more!The 50 States Guide Book 2021 is much more than just another book of maps of the United States. This book was made to be something different: to be your guide to each state from the inside. We believe that every state has a story to tell, and we wanted those stories told all in one place.Each state's section is packed with essential and curious information: Every page has beautiful illustrations and close-up views of natural and cultural sites of great importance in every state.You will discover state flags and nicknames, state flowers and birds, and even fun and interesting laws!Each state's map contains information about its neighbors, borders, and waters.Historical events of every state with amazing illustrations.Good to Know facts to allow you to discover even more!Wondering how a particular state got its name? In this book, you'll find an answer!From sea to shining sea, from arid West Texas to the icy glaciers in Montana, America is one of the largest, most geographically diverse countries in the world. With world-class cities to boot, it's worth exploring every corner of this great nation. Take a browse through the book and learn about all of them!We promise you'll enjoy reading through our overview of every state, and we had so much fun preparing it for you. Plus, at the end of the book, you will find a gallery of the Presidents of the United States from its foundation to the present day, with dates of presidencies and names! We added this historical bonus just to make our book even more informative and interesting.
My Backyard Garden - Look Up Mississippi
See Mississippi as you've never envisioned it in My Backyard Garden, Look Up Mississippi, a photo memoir. As the second book in the My Backyard Garden series, Look Up Mississippi spotlights the State of Mississippi's natural beauty with 42 breathtaking landscape photos of the Mississippi Delta and surrounding areas. The new 2021 Mississippi "In God We Trust" Magnolia State Flag inspired author Debra Hester to offer her special collection of photos, reflections, and poetic commentary as hope for a new reputation and future for Mississippi. The My Backyard Garden series encourages reflection, resilience, and positive transformation. Look Up Mississippi is a documented reminder to us all that this God-given beauty binds us together. And we must embrace this blessing and look for opportunities to experience peace and unity. Commemorate this historic event! Enjoy these beautiful landscape photos as you reflect on a future filled with hope, peace, and unity. Each photo has an inspirational name that is designed to bring you positive thoughts and memories. Secure your copy and share the beauty of this historic event for generations to come.
Exploring South Carolina State Parks
This colorful guidebook offers a complete recreation guide to the opportunities available in South Carolina's parks for visitors and travelers, families, campers, hikers, nature lovers, history buffs, and outdoor enthusiasts. Best-selling authors J.L. and Lin Stepp so enjoyed visiting all the state parks in their home state of Tennessee, while writing their award-winning book Discovering Tennessee State Parks, that they decided to spread their wings and visit all the parks in South Carolina, too. The result is Exploring South Carolina State Parks, a guidebook providing detailed descriptions of each of the forty-seven state parks, along with descriptions of eight of South Carolina's national parks and historic sites. In a format similar to their Tennessee parks guide and their best-selling Smoky Mountain hiking guide, The Afternoon Hiker, the Stepps provide clear directions to get to every park, suggestions for interesting things to do and see while visiting or camping, tips and local insights about the area, and over 700 color illustrations to showcase the beauty of every park visited. The book is divided into four South Carolina regions, the Lowcountry, Midlands, Pee Dee, and Upstate. Each regional section has its own index and at the end of the book is a colorful map and an alphabetical index to help readers easily locate any park of interest. Based on the authors' own explorations and travels throughout South Carolina, this guide offers a detailed personal account of the diverse and picturesque parks, all rich with history and beauty. So pack your bags and get ready for some fun looking through this guide and planning your upcoming trip to The Palmetto State."This is more than a publication of South Carolina state parks. It is the perfect guide for exploring what the parks have to offer in detail. For visitors and campers, the listing of the amenities, photos, and directions is a most valuable tool. As an avid camper, the Stepp's previous guidebook, Discovering Tennessee State Parks, helped me to find new hidden gems in my state. With this new guide, I'm looking forward to visiting as many South Carolina parks as I can!"- Gloria Motter, Cades Cove Museum Director, historian and public speaker
Mississippi River Ramble
Mississippi River Ramble-Driving the Great River Road is a thirty day trip in a motorhome up the Great River Road National Scenic Byway from the small town of Venice, Louisiana, some eighty miles downriver from New Orleans, to Bemidji, Minnesota, over a thousand miles upriver. Enjoy the ride over hill and dale through picturesque scenery, enchanting historical small towns with names such as Bad Axe, Elsah, Genoa, Keokuk, Little Falls, New Madrid, Quincy, Red Wing, and Victory. Explore superlative larger cities, such as Minneapolis/St. Paul, New Orleans, and St. Louis. Enjoy the often lighthearted recollections of motor coach sightseeing trips of local attractions, such as the Crayfish Festival at Breaux Bridges, Louisiana; Mardi Gras, French Quarter, and Oak Alley Plantation in New Orleans; the Vicksburg National Military Park in Mississippi; Graceland, the home of Elvis Presley; Lorraine Motel, where Dr. Martin Luther was assassinated, the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, Tennessee; the St. Louis Arch, and the Budweiser Clydesdale Horses in St. Louis, the boyhood home of Mark Twain in Hannibal, Missouri; the Mormon Temple in Nauvoo, Illinois; Amana Colonies in Iowa; the Field of Dreams in Dyersville, Iowa; and the Mall of America in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Take pleasure in, and chuckle a bit with Herb Williams' fifth book and the first in a series covering his travels throughout the United States.
Rumble Strip USA Off the Interstate
Wanderlust. A pressing desire to know what's beyond the next horizon. A yearning to see something other than one's own backyard.Travel writer and novelist Gail Hulnick has a weakness for the good old-fashioned road trip. Oh, she enjoys 75 mph on the Interstate, but her favorite road is the winding two-lane through the mountains, the seldom-used strip of asphalt that connects the small towns or the old desert highway that gets you there slowly. Rumble Strip USA invites you into the passenger seat for travel stories and photos from sideroad journeys in 25 states including the view from the top of a Vermont mountain, the nostalgia of vintage gas stations and motels along Arizona's Route 66 and the rhythm of a twisting byway through Washington.
Day Trips(r) from Raleigh-Durham
Rediscover the simple pleasures of a day trip or weekend away with Day Trips(R) from Raleigh-Durham. This guide is packed with hundreds of exciting things for kids, outdoor adventurers, and history lovers to do--all within a two- to four-hour drive of the Triangle area. Day Trips(R) from Raleigh-Durham helps locals and vacationers make the most of a brief getaway.
The Chesapeake Country
An exploration of Chesapeake country. Stretching from the Susquehanna River to the Virginia capes, these 8000 miles of spectacular shoreline boast a rare abundance of wildlife - from green-backed herons to white-tailed deer. This region of mists and tranquil waters harbours the nation's last commercial sailing fleet and has set the stage for such commemorated national occasions as the settlers' first Thanksgiving Day in 1619, Francis Scott Key's composition of The Star-Spangled Banner, and the clash of the Civil War ironclads Monitor and Merrimack.
The Trail of The Gypsy Wagon
This is the same journal we published before, only now we have added more photos and maps!
Smoky Mountains, Ozark and Branson
About the book The author and his family had an opportunity to go on some of the most compelling long distance drives in America during summer time. This book describes journey by car from Chicago to beautiful places like Smoky Mountains in the east and Ozark and Branson in the west. It captures the essence of mid American landscape, its beauty and biodiversity. Great Smoky Mountain National Park is an important area containing temperate deciduous hardwood forest spreading over 2000 miles. It is home to thousands of species of plants and trees and many endangered species of animals. It features 16 peaks spread over its topological range. The Park gives an idea temperate flora before the influence of humans and contains evidence of Pre-Columbus Indian cultures. It provides first evidence of organic horticulture in North America. Do not get misled by the word 'Smoky'. It denotes natural fog that forms in the morning and after rainfall. It is a great pleasure to visit Ozark Mountains and enjoy its erene beauty. Nearby Branson provides a great tourist spot enjoyed by all including children and the elderly. Speed and agility of modern car and convenience of American roads made the trips comfortable. The book reveals some of the most picturesque sites and places visited by him. It explores natural beauty, scenery, history and geology of the American landscape from the eyes of a curious visitor. It also recounts the major routes of the journey. It should provide an interesting reading material for prospective tourists.
Chillicothe And North Chillicothe As Of The Year 1936
This book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. So that the book is never forgotten we have represented this book in a print format as the same form as it was originally first published. Hence any marks or annotations seen are left intentionally to preserve its true nature.
Wildsam Field Guides: Savannah
Wildsam Field Guides: Savannah leads travelers into the most authentic experience of this Coastal South city, working closely with a team of trusted locals. Contributors include author and humorist Harrison Scott Key, bakery owner Cheryl Day, and folk artist Panhandle Slim, among others. Topics in the handsome volume include Spanish moss, Gullah-Geechee culture, St. Patrick's Day, Flannery O'Connor's childhood, oysters, haunted homes, urban planning, marshlands, cemeteries, the Girl Scouts, and more.
I Almost Cancelled
"Challenging . . . Encouraging . . . Inspiring." -Kim Singletary, Wife of NFL Hall-of-Famer Mike Singletary and Cohost of Family Tip FridaysHow to wipe out self-doubt and step out with confidenceThere has to be more. Something inside you knows there is. Then you second guess everything.What if I ask for what I want . . . and the answer is no?What if I try something new . . . and end up making a fool of myself?Am I selfish? Should I just be happy with what I have?Am I living the life God intended for me?Jessica Bettencourt knows what it's like to face rejection, feel like she doesn't belong, and second-guess big decisions. But she also knows that we have to face fear and risk failure to live out our calling.Raised in Tennessee, she was exposed to financial insecurity and hardships at an early age. She attended six different elementary schools before the age of ten, was on her own financially at eighteen and attended seven colleges to earn her bachelor's degree. But through self-belief, grit, and persistent action when fear told her to stay home, Jessica continued to show up. She has become a two-time multi-million-dollar entrepreneur, an empowering speaker, and a sought-after coach. She has inspired tens of thousands to embrace their God-given gifts, push their fears aside, and take the next step towards a better future . . . and the next one!In I Almost Cancelled, Jessica shares how one scary decision after another led to a life she couldn't even imagine. Her storytelling and southern charm will have you laughing at times and crying at others. She shows you step by step how to overcome self-doubt and build the life you've always wanted-not the life others tell you to want. She dispels the myth of goals, shows how to embrace imbalance over the much sought-after work-life balance, teaches mindset over skill set, and explains why obstacles are always opportunities. The book lays a clear path to get out of your own head and show up for the next chapter of life, whether that's getting back into the workforce, improving your health, starting a business, adopting a child, or serving your community.
Allerneuste Beschreibung der Provinz Carolina in West-Indien
Eine einzigartige Beschreibung der Provinz Carolina, Nachdruck des Originals von 1712.
See America
Created in 1937 by Interior Secretary Harold Ickes and given formal status by Congress in 1940, the US Travel Bureau played a seminal role by setting the precedent for federal involvement in tourism. Business, otherwise hostile to FDR's New Deal, enthusiastically supported its work and Roosevelt, who significantly expanded the National Park system, saw increased tourism as a means to increase attendance, bolster economic activity, and counteract the Great Depression. The Bureau developed unusually extensive public relations and marketing programs that attempted to persuade citizens to travel more. The Travel Bureau also quietly engaged in vigorous marketing to encourage African Americans to travel, including sponsoring the 1940 and 1941 editions of the Green Book, the travel guide for African Americans facing segregated restaurants and lodging. Eventually, travel promotion was transferred to the Commerce Department by Congress and President Nixon with a federal surtax to fund it and where it continues today.
The Internal Threat
Have you ever wondered when going through security, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), how those pictures of weapons and other objects made it through security undetected? When going through those metal detectors, have you ever questioned if they really work? Or why certain people get patted down and some do not? Is it random? This book is not only going to reveal some shocking truths but makes you think long and hard about our national aviation security and how we are being manipulated to feel secure in a veil of deception. Let us start with the frontline employees as they are misusing their privileges by compromising airport security policies and procedures by funneling contraband, weapons, drugs, and prohibited items through security checkpoints and/or employee access points. Did you know that? September 11 gave the national aviation industry a huge sense of protection by imposing security taxes on the public traveling tickets to support the newly created agencies namely the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). The 9/11 terrorist attacks took a major toll on the aviation industry creating multiple mergers and bankruptcies which caused the remaining airlines and airports an ulterior means for survival. Reduce overhead and succumb to contracting out the frontline workforce to independent contractors. This course of action also diminished the rigorous training frontline employees need with strict requirements of policies, processes, and compliance. Not to mention recurrent training to ensure the traveling public safe. In this book, The Internal Threat: The Community Behind the Security Checkpoint, Dr. Stacey Tyler provides a qualitative study on the central research question that focuses on the degree to which miscommunication between TSA, airlines, and airport employees has an impact on the implementation of changes in airport security policies, particularly those regarding prohibited items that pass through security checkpoints. This behavior impacts the effective execution of airport security policies by federal law regarding carryon baggage on commercial aircraft that is specifically known as the Internal Threat.
Florida Off the Beaten Path(r)
Whether you're a visitor or a local looking for something different, Florida Off the Beaten Path shows you the Sunshine State with new perspectives on timeless destinations and introduces you to those you never knew existed--from the best in local dining to quirky cultural tidbits to hidden attractions, unique finds, and unusual locales.
My 50 State Quest
While on a birthday vacation in Colorado, Valerie had an "a-ha" moment which prompted her to embark on a quest to see all 50 states. Destinations and itineraries were decided by random inspirations and always lead to noteworthy intrigue. Join Valerie as she gives you detailed experiences at some of America's premier Major League Baseball stadiums, first-hand perspective of a foodie tour in Delaware, as well as visual imagery of some of America's natural beauty like the Grand Tetons in Wyoming, Maine's spectacular coastline and the breathtaking landscape of the American southwest. Not only does Valerie's story take you through America's greatness, but it also embodies her personal life adventure which is filled with an unwavering will to persevere and grow. This book will not only pull at your heartstrings but provide a comical tale of discovery and hopefully inspire the reader to get out there to find the extra in the ordinary.
My 50 State Quest
While on a birthday vacation in Colorado, Valerie had an "a-ha" moment which prompted her to embark on a quest to see all 50 states. Destinations and itineraries were decided by random inspirations and always lead to noteworthy intrigue. Join Valerie as she gives you detailed experiences at some of America's premier Major League Baseball stadiums, first-hand perspective of a foodie tour in Delaware, as well as visual imagery of some of America's natural beauty like the Grand Tetons in Wyoming, Maine's spectacular coastline and the breathtaking landscape of the American southwest. Not only does Valerie's story take you through America's greatness, but it also embodies her personal life adventure which is filled with an unwavering will to persevere and grow. This book will not only pull at your heartstrings but provide a comical tale of discovery and hopefully inspire the reader to get out there to find the extra in the ordinary.
Cayo Hueso
A must for every Key West collection!--David Sloan, author, producer, & publisher of Phantom PressThis Key West coffee table book is a handsome, linen-bound volume with thirty full-color paintings by a local artist paired with twelve short stories inspired by the continental US's southernmost point.A new Southern voice, Vicki Riley captures the essence of Key West with prodigious prose, vivid characters, and provocative stories. Weaving fictional people and real places, Riley's story collection explores themes of LGBTQ, boundaries, betrayal, breaking points, love, loss, guilt, grief, redemption, and hope. Vibrant paintings by Linda Cabrera complement the stories, creating a cherished keepsake and conversation piece.The bold fusion of genres creates an enticing experience for readers who may find themselves imagining what it would be like living at the end of the road on the two-by-four-mile Cayo Hueso (or Bone Island), referring to the bones of the Calusa who once lived in the Keys.
I Almost Cancelled
"Challenging . . . Encouraging . . . Inspiring." -- Kim Singletary, Wife of NFL Hall-of-Famer Mike Singletary and Cohost of Family Tip FridaysHow to wipe out self-doubt and step out with confidenceThere has to be more. Something inside you knows there is. Then you second guess everything.What if I ask for what I want . . . and the answer is no?What if I try something new . . . and end up making a fool of myself?Am I selfish? Should I just be happy with what I have?Am I living the life God intended for me?Jessica Bettencourt knows what it's like to face rejection, feel like she doesn't belong, and second-guess big decisions. But she also knows that we have to face fear and risk failure to live out our calling.Raised in Tennessee, she was exposed to financial insecurity and hardships at an early age. She attended six different elementary schools before the age of ten, was on her own financially at eighteen and attended seven colleges to earn her bachelor's degree. But through self-belief, grit, and persistent action when fear told her to stay home, Jessica continued to show up. She has become a two-time multi-million-dollar entrepreneur, an empowering speaker, and a sought-after coach. She has inspired tens of thousands to embrace their God-given gifts, push their fears aside, and take the next step towards a better future . . . and the next one!In I Almost Cancelled, Jessica shares how one scary decision after another led to a life she couldn't even imagine. Her storytelling and southern charm will have you laughing at times and crying at others. She shows you step by step how to overcome self-doubt and build the life you've always wanted-not the life others tell you to want. She dispels the myth of goals, shows how to embrace imbalance over the much sought-after work-life balance, teaches mindset over skill set, and explains why obstacles are always opportunities. The book lays a clear path to get out of your own head and show up for the next chapter of life, whether that's getting back into the workforce, improving your health, starting a business, adopting a child, or serving your community.
Letters from Leiper’s Fork
A man who shot his computer, a woman who won her husband in a pully-bone snap, a horse-trader who wound up owning a camel, an elusive moonshiner, a woman who was married to a New York gangster, a man who believed he was the son of the Queen of England ... these are just some of the 22 stories-all true!-contained in Wayne Christeson's hilarious and heartfelt memoir of his life in the small rural community of Leiper's Fork, Tennessee. Christeson's recollections are as fresh as yesterday and provide a glimpse of how things used to be in Leiper's Fork.
The Rough Guide to the Usa: The South (Travel Guide with Free Ebook)TheRough Guide to the
Practical travel guide to USA: The South with a free eBook featuring points-of-interest structured lists of all sights and off-the-beaten-track treasures, with detailed colour-coded maps, practical details about what to see and to do in USA: The South, how to get there and around, pre-departure information, as well as top time-saving tips, like a visual list of things not to miss in USA: The South, expert author picks and itineraries to help you plan your trip. This guide book has been fully updated post-COVID-19 and it comes with a free eBook. The Rough Guide to USA: THE SOUTH covers: North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi and Arkansas Inside this travel guide you'll find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLERExperiences selected for every kind of trip to USA: The South, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in the Ozarks to family activities in child-friendly places, like Nashville or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Memphis. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPSEssential pre-departure information including USA: The South entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more. TIME-SAVING ITINERARIESCarefully planned routes covering the best of USA: The South give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip. DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGEClear structure within each sightseeing chapter includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options. INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCALTips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for soaking up the local history, scenic drives and sampling the music scene. HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISSRough Guides' rundown of Little Rock, Memphis, Birmingham, Nashville and Jackson's best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to USA: The South, even in a short time. HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWSWritten by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, to help to find the best places in USA: The South, matching different needs. BACKGROUND INFORMATIONComprehensive 'Contexts' chapter features fascinating insights into USA: The South, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary. FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHYFeatures inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Mercer-Williams House and the spectacular Blue Ridge Parkway COLOUR-CODED MAPPINGPractical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Charleston, Atlanta and many more locations in USA: The South, reduce the need to go online. USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUTWith helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time. FREE EBOOKFree eBook download with every purchase of a printed book allows you to access all of the content from your phone or tablet, for on-the-road exploration.
George and Ethel
George and Ethel, your down to earth, funny, retired couple, took a trip of their life after they retired to South and Central Florida in the United States. Their story was an inspirational travel adventure of their road trip to Florida. After arriving in Florida, they checked into the Breakers Hotel in Palm Beach. They relaxed at the plush Breakers Hotel and viewed Billionaires and Millionaires Row of estates along the ocean and spent a day at the beach. George loves to eat, and he has not missed a meal yet with his knee socks and Velcro sandals on. They drove on Jupiter Island of the rich and some famous and did the Jellybean boogie at the Jupiter Island Light House. Pelican greeted them as they drove on to Sanibel and Captiva Island. They enjoyed picking up pastel-colored seashells, bike riding, touring the best-kept secret, Captiva Golf Course, and enjoying eating, relaxing, and watching the sunset at the Mucky Duck Restaurant. They enjoyed their South Seas Island Resort accommodations, beautiful, courteous, and private at the end of Captiva Island with seashells and gorgeous sunset views. They drove to Tampa Electric manatee viewing center to see those docile manatees on their way up to the Villages in Florida called the friendliness retirement hometown. At the Villages, they toured around an adult gated community with everything you could want in it, entertainment, sports, shopping, banks, grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants, free golf for life for residents, and much more, and they are still building. After a long enjoyable vacation to tourist destinations and museums, George and Ethel flew home to enjoy their humble abode in Massachusetts. George was in his recliner, and Ethel was unpacking and planning their next road trip. Life after retirement has its perks.
Viva Los Topes!
MoWuKnuffels? Das ist die liebevoll zusammengefasste Crew eines Wohnmobils. Sie besteht aus zwei anh瓣nglichen Hunden und einem Frauchen im fortgeschrittenen Alter. Diese drei Damen wollten es noch einmal wissen und durchquerten vor einigen Jahren auf eigene Faust den nordamerikanischen Kontinent. Als Frau allein? Im Wohnmobil? Mit zwei Hunden? Es ist m繹glich! Und es macht Spa?! In ihrem reich bebilderten Tagebuch schildert die Autorin kontinuierlich ihre t瓣glichen Erlebnisse und macht sich dabei ihre Gedanken 羹ber das Gastland. Wohnmobilreisende sollen in diesem humorvollen Werk ebenso angesprochen werden wie Hundefreunde oder allein reisende Frauen.
川普时代：美国不再伟大
子皮开了一个微信公众号，名字叫《炼金手记》。源于她以前偶尔读过这样一句话："真的炼金者不是把铅变成金，而是把世界变成文字。" 历史学家威尔-杜朗（Will Durant）说："人类的历史是一条河流。河里满是浓腥的血，那是因为人们在杀戮、掠抢、争斗。然而在少有人注意的河岸，人们在造房子、做爱、养孩子、唱歌、写诗、雕塑。文明的故事，是河岸上发生的事情。" 很久以前，这些有灵魂的动物发明了语言，发明了文字；从那时起，他们用文字记述他们的苦难，用语言歌唱他们的希望。只要这个世界上还有语言和文字，我们也许就会记起我们是有灵魂的动物。子皮刚开始写东西的时候，曾经写过这样一句话："我认为写作的终极魅力不在于被看见被听见，而在于让自己学会看、听、触摸和拥抱这个世界，与自己的心魂。" 子皮说：当然，写多了就会知道，"这个世界"和"自己的心魂"之间，并没有一条真正的界限。很多时候我们并不知道，是我在向世界讲述自己的故事，还是世界告诉我世界的故事。我们只是无法自已地写着--因为这个世界有着太多的苦难，而被苦难浸透的世界，依然闪烁着无法诠释的美丽；我们自己有着太多的悲伤，悲伤之后，依然有着生生不息的渴望。
Charles Collins
Charles Collins was raised with a silver spoon in his mouth. He was raised to have good morals and values and lived his life as a kindly person. He thought his life was perfect. Everything was seemingly in order, and he never questioned this perfection. Until Richard.Richard was an openly gay man who was so beautiful in all his masculinity one had to do a double take when they saw him-and this was both women and men. It was no different for Charles.This was when Charles realized his life was not perfect in the way he was led to believe and lived. He had to make a choice to live his life as he had been taught or live his life according to his heart.These are the trials and tribulations of Charles Collins.
Five-Star Trails: Chattanooga
This collection of 40 five-star hiking trails in the Chattanooga area includes popular routes and hidden treasures.
Five-Star Trails: Birmingham
This collection of 35 five-star hiking trails in the Birmingham area includes popular routes and hidden treasures.
Guide to the Natchez Trace Parkway
This guidebook leads readers to the best regional food, lodging, and attractions along the historic Natchez Trace Parkway in Mississippi, Alabama, and Tennessee.
