Backroads, New Jersey
Mark Di Ionno is a Jersey guy through and through. He's lived in fifteen different towns in six different New Jersey counties. He's been a journalist for the state's top newspapers, currently the Star-Ledger, where his first job was to go out and write about things that were "interesting." Who better to take readers on a personal tour of the backroads of New Jersey? In Backroads, New Jersey, Di Ionno leads readers off the congested interstates with their commonplace scenery to the seldom-explored secondary roads, where the real life of the state can be found. These inter-county or 500 series roads are a 6,788-mile network of mostly one-lane highways. Marked by blue-and-yellow five-sided shields bearing county names, they make up more than 20 percent of New Jersey's public roads. They are never the fastest or most direct way to get anywhere, but when you break out of the towns and hit the country, they are a pleasure to drive. Travel with Di Ionno as he takes readers to see the state's amazing beauty3/4from the dizzying cliffs of the Palisades, to the blunted peaks of the Highlands and Kittatinny Ridges, to the rolling hills of Morris, Hunterdon, and Somerset counties, to the topsoil-wealthy agricultural belts of Monmouth and the southern counties, to the flat, sandy beaches of the 127-mile Jersey Shore. Travel with him as he shows us the homes of New Jersey's culturally diverse population, whose men and women work at everything from farms to pharmacies, from banks to auto assembly lines. And travel with him as he recounts the history made along the back country roads in towns like Rocky Hill, where George Washington wrote his farewell orders. Di Ionno calls New Jersey "a place of infinite natural beauty, a place of intricate human patterns. A place where you can see a lot in a little time. This is, simply put, the overriding theme of this book. New Jersey is a restless state for restless people. A state for wanderers to explore." Backroads, New Jersey is a rare chance to see it all through the eyes of a well-traveled Jerseyan. Happy wandering!
Historical Tours Charleston
Charleston attracts millions of visitors with its history charm and its blend of culture, art, and preservation. This guide takes the readers on historical tours based on periods of history.
The Wright Guide to Camping With the Corp of Engineers
This informative guidebook lists all campgrounds in the United States built and operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, including summer and winter campground sites. Especially valuable for RV travelers and campers who are boaters and fishermen, the book includes all campsites with fishing and boating access located on or near lakes or streams managed by the Army Corps of Engineers. The Corps is renowned for keeping well-maintained sites, with inexpensive fees. Many of the campsites listed are in beautiful, little-known locations, too.Individual campground listings contain complete details about camping facilities, amenities, recreational activities available, RV park information, GPS and longitude/latitude information for each lake, and complete, easy-to-follow directions to get to each campground - which can be handy when traveling where internet signals can be difficult to receive. Concise overviews of the Corps of Engineers' projects at many sites are included for those curious about the works at many parks.
Waterfalls of Virginia & West Virginia
Find Your Way to the Most Beautiful Waterfalls Waterfalls create a feeling of serenity, a sense of restrained power. Their grandeur takes our breath away. Their gentle sounds complement periods of meditation. Let professional photographer and West Virginia resident Randall Sanger guide you to the top-ranked waterfalls of Virginia and West Virginia. Your bucket list should include these 174 gorgeous locales that decorate the landscape. The informative guidebook pairs professional photographs of every waterfall with all the information you need, including directions, distance, hike difficulty, and more. The waterfalls are organized geographically and ranked by beauty. Start with the ones nearby, then get away to discover those further afield. These natural wonders prove that Virginia and West Virginia are home to some of the most picturesque waterfalls in America. From Dark Hollow Falls in Shenandoah National Park to the Falls of Hills Creek in the Monongahela National Forest, experience them all with Waterfalls of Virginia & West Virginia!
Guide to Florida Lighthouses
This engaging and colorful guidebook brings alive the many lighthouses of the Sunshine State.Some thirty Florida lighthouses guide ships south from the St. Marys River to the tip of the Keys, then north to Pensacola Bay. They comprise some of Florida's oldest and most historic structures and represent many diverse styles of architecture and daymarks. This new edition of the bestselling Guide to Florida Lighthouses has been updated with expanded profiles of the lighthouses, new travel information, more history, and recent photos.
Lonely Planet Usa`s Best Trips
Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Whether exploring your own backyard or somewhere new, discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's USA's Best Trips. Featuring 51 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures, you can cruise the cliffs along California's Big Sur coast or roll alongside Appalachian hills, all with your trusted travel companion. Jump in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road! Inside Lonely Planet's USA's Best Trips: Lavish color and gorgeous photography throughout Itineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored routes for your needs and interests Get around easily - 120 easy-to-read, full-color route maps, detailed directions Insider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roads Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Useful features - including Stretch Your Legs, Detours, Link Your Trip Covers New York & the Mid-Atlantic, New England, Florida & the South, Great Lakes, Great Plains, Rocky Mountains, the Southwest, California, Pacific Northwest and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's USA's Best Trips is perfect for exploring the USA in the classic American way - by road trip! Planning an Americana trip sans a car? Lonely Planet's USA guide, our most comprehensive guide to the USA, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems. Looking for a guide focused on a specific American city? Check out Lonely Planet's New York City guide, San Francisco guide and Los Angeles, San Diego & Southern California guide for a comprehensive look at all that these cities have to offer, or Pocket New York City, Pocket San Francisco and Pocket Los Angeles, handy-sized guides focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveler community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travelers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves.
Best Tent Camping Texas
Offering essential details on facilities, reservations, fees, and more, as well as accurate, easy-to-read maps, Best Tent Camping: Texas presents 50 of the state's best campgrounds for car campers.
The Independent Guide to Universal Orlando 2018 (Travel Guide)
Please note a new edition of this book is now available - please search for The Independent Guide to Universal Orlando 2024.--Visiting Universal Orlando? Our guide will help you skip the lines, save money, and understand the theme parks for a stress-free vacationOur bestselling Universal Orlando travel guide series is trusted by people from across the world and helps you create unforgettable memories. This Universal Orlando tour book is new and fully up-to-date for 2018 - it also covers the 2017 Holiday seasons. Make the most of your trip with our helpful guide: Get it Now!--Please note a new edition of this book is now available - please search for The Independent Guide to Universal Orlando 2024.
Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina
The Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina are the heart of a region where traditional music and dance are performed and celebrated as nowhere else in America. This guide puts readers on the trail to discover many sites where the unique musical legacy thrives, covering bluegrass and stringband music, clogging, and other traditional forms of music and dance. The book includes stories of the legendary music of the Blue Ridge Mountains, maps, and contact information for the featured sites, as well as color illustrations and profiles of prominent musicians and music traditions. Chapters are organized county by county, and sidebars include interviews with and profiles of performers, information about various performance styles, and a brief history of Blue Ridge music. The updated second edition adds three new music venues, along with updated information on the almost sixty music sites in Western North Carolina profiled in the previous edition. Also included are new full-color photos, two new artist profiles, and a CD of twenty-six classic songs from the mountains and the foothills.
Explore Asheville Outdoors
The Best of AshevilleAsheville is famous as an outdoors destination, and whether you're a resident or are visiting from out of town, to fully experience everything the North Carolina city has to offer, you need to get outside. Explore Asheville Outdoors offers the details you need to easily find 20 of the city's top outdoor locations and a wide variety of activities, including trails in a botanical garden, arboretum, the Blue Ridge mountains, and more. Along with hiking, biking, and paddling, you'll find thrilling sites for pursuits that require a bit more adrenaline, such as rafting, ziplining, and fishing. The full color guide's pocket-sized format is great for a backpack or back pocket, and every site description includes maps, color photos, and directions. Written by John Verhovshek, an area resident and a lifelong cycling and hiking enthusiast, this is your guide to enjoying Asheville in the best possible way: outdoors!
60 Hikes Within 60 Miles Atlanta
One of the South's premier cities, Atlanta is home to an abundance of spectacular hiking and walking destinations. From urban hikes to suburban parks and rural wilderness, 60 Hikes within 60 Miles: Atlanta shows readers how to quickly drive to and enjoy the best area hikes. The Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area offers a wide range of outdoor activity, including several scenic hikes. Hikes from the Georgia mountains, Stone Mountain Park, Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, Sprewell Bluff, and locations in between provide Atlantans a diverse combination of hikes in length and difficulty. In addition to scenic charm, many hikes have great historical appeal, such as Burnt Hickory Loop and Cheatham Hill Trail. Other trails, such as Grant Park Loop and the Atlanta Ramble, feature major Atlanta attractions. Complete with directions, maps, and a wealth of historical detail, the guide beckons hikers of all ages and fitness levels into the out of doors. With this newly revised and updated 3rd edition, hikers will have no trouble selecting the perfect hike for spending an hour or an afternoon out on the beautiful trails of Atlanta.
60 Hikes Within 60 Miles Washington, D.C.
From Downtown through the suburbs, to the mountains in the west and the marshlands in the east, the Washington metro area has something to offer anyone looking for a good hike.
Addicted to Americana
Charles Phoenix, aka the Ambassador of Americana, celebrates his lifelong quest to unearth the best of classic, kitschy American style.
Nouvelle Orleans Insolite Et Secr鋈e
Des maisons imitant l'aspect des bateaux fluviaux, le plus beau business hall du monde, un m矇t矇orite dans un parcours de golf, une sombre ruelle communiquant avec l'au-del? vaudou, une capsule temporelle des ann矇es 1960, une maison faite de 1 200 cendriers de verre, la plaque comm矇morative oubli矇e de Lee Harvey Oswald, un mus矇e consacr矇 aux poup矇es au deuxi癡me 矇tage d'une habitation, la plus grande oeuvre sur canevas au monde...Loin des foules et des clich矇s habituels, la Nouvelle-Orl矇ans garde encore des tr矇sors bien cach矇s qu'elle ne r矇v癡le qu'aux habitants et aux voyageurs qui savent sortir des sentiers battus. Un guide indispensable pour ceux qui pensaient bien conna簾tre la Nouvelle-Orl矇ans, ou pour ceux qui souhaitent d矇couvrir l'autre visage de la ville.
Haunted Texas
Texas history buffs and travelers have an eerie need for this book, which offers an unusual twist to seeing the "sights" in the Lone Star state. Organized by region--Gulf Coast, Rio Grande Valley, South Texas, Central Texas, North Texas, and West Texas--this book is the complete guide for both hardcore ghost hunters and more earthly tourists seeking to add some spirited fun to their travels. Complete practical information on non-haunted accommodations, attractions, and restaurants are also included, making this the only guide your Texan spirit will need. Scott Williams, who lives in Corpus Christi, is a journalist and the author also of The Insiders' Guide to Corpus Christi.
Canoeing & Kayaking Kentucky
Explore Hidden Kentucky in Your Kayak or Canoe Wet your paddle--and whet your paddling appetite--with the authoritative guide to the waterways of Kentucky. From the eastern coalfields to the Mighty Mississippi along the western border, this is your updated resource for paddling the creeks, rivers, and waterways of the Bluegrass State. Canoeing & Kayaking Kentucky covers thousands of miles of paddling, including almost all of the state's paddleable waterways, in 77 river profiles that range in difficulty from scenic floats down the Green to whitewater runs on the Russell Fork. Authors Bob Sehlinger and Johnny Molloy combine the latest technology with good old-fashioned paddling trips to make your paddling adventures even easier to execute with completely revised and improved maps, access points, river gauges, and mileages, as well as updated contact information and GPS coordinates for every put-in and takeout. Between them, Bob and Johnny have paddled thousands of miles. This combined experience makes Canoeing & Kayaking Kentucky useful for paddlers of all types. Paddling has never been better in Kentucky!
Living at the Water’s Edge
The Outer Banks National Scenic Byway received its designation in 2009, an act that stands as a testament to the historical and cultural importance of the communities linked along the North Carolina coast from Whalebone Junction across to Hatteras and Ocracoke Island and down to the small villages of the Core Sound region. This rich heritage guide introduces readers to the places and people that have made the route and the region a national treasure. Welcoming visitors on a journey across sounds and inlets into villages and through two national seashores, Barbara Garrity-Blake and Karen Willis Amspacher share the stories of people who have shaped their lives out of saltwater and sand. The book considers how the Outer Banks residents have stood their ground and maintained a vibrant way of life while adapting to constant change that is fundamental to life where water meets the land.Heavily illustrated with color and black-and-white photographs, Living at the Water's Edge will lead readers to the proverbial porch of the Outer Banks locals, extending a warm welcome to visitors while encouraging them to understand what many never see or hear: the stories, feelings, and meanings that offer a cultural dimension to the byway experience and deepen the visitor's understanding of life on the tideline.
50 States, 5,000 Ideas
This richly illustrated book from the travel experts at National Geographic showcases the best travel experiences in every state, from the obvious to the unexpected. Sites include national parks, beaches, hotels, Civil War battlefields, dude ranches, out-of-the-way museums, and more. You'll discover the world's longest yard sale in Tennessee, swamp tours in Louisiana, dinosaur trails in Colorado, America's oldest street in NYC, and the best spot to watch for sea otters on the central California coast. Each entry provides detailed travel information as well as fascinating facts about each state that will help fuel your wanderlust and ensure the best vacation possible. In addition to 50 states in the U.S., the book includes a section on the Canadian provinces and territories.
Into the Sound Country
Into the Sound Country is a story of rediscovery--of two North Carolinians returning to seek their roots in the state's eastern provinces. It is an affectionate, impressionistic, and personal portrait of the coastal plain by two natives of the region, writer Bland Simpson and photographer Ann Cary Simpson. Here Bland Simpson tours his old waterfront haunts in Elizabeth City, explores scuppernong vineyards from Hertford to Southport, tramps through Pasquotank swamps and Croatan pine savannas, and visits Roanoke River oyster bars and Core Banks fishing shanties. Ann Simpson's original photographs capture both the broad vistas of the sounds and rivers and the quieter corners of mossy creeks and country churchyards. Her selection of archival illustrations ranges from the informative to the humorous, from a turpentine scraper at work in the 1850s to a pair of little girls playing with a horseshoe crab on a Beaufort porch at the turn of the century. A memorable journey into eastern Carolina's richly varied natural world, Into the Sound Country is for anyone who would spend a while in one of America's most intriguing and underexplored areas.
The Florida Lighthouse Trail, Second Edition
From Amelia Island to the Keys to Pensacola in the Panhandle, the coast of Florida is dotted with lighthouses of all sizes, shapes, materials, and - best of all - histories. The Florida Lighthouse Trail is a compilation of short histories, written by expert contributors from around the state. Each chapter has fascinating details about these great sentinels. Chock-full of information on dates of construction and operation, changes over time, and Fresnel lenses, this book also serves as a travel guide with directions and contact information for their support organizations. Paul Bradley's beautiful artwork richly illustrates each lighthouse. This new edition features substantially updated information, with the most up-to-date information for history buffs and prospective visitors. The Florida Lighthouse Trail also includes a history of the Florida Lighthouse Association, an extensive glossary, short biographies of the contributors, suggested reading, and an index.
Florida’s Museums and Cultural Attractions
This newly updated guide has a destination to suit every interest. See Florida through the eyes of the natives, pioneers, artists, statesmen, and writers who have lived here. Visit country stores, one-room schoolhouses, coquina forts, and churches, as well as mansions, theaters, art galleries, and gardens. You'll find over 350 museums and attractions to choose from.
Deep South
"Theroux's eye for landscape remains as sharp as ever . . . It's Theroux's remarkable gift for getting strangers to reveal themselves that makes going along for this ride worthwhile." -- New York Times Book Review Paul Theroux has spent the past fifty years roaming the globe, describing his encounters with remote people and far-flung places in ten best-selling travel books. Now, for the first time, he explores a part of America--the Deep South. Setting out on a winding road trip, Theroux discovers a region of architectural and artistic wonders, incomparable music, mouth-watering cuisine--and also some of the worst schools, medical care, housing, and unemployment rates in the nation. Yet, no matter where he goes, Theroux meets the unsung heroes of the South, the people who, despite it all, never left, and also those who found their way home and devoted their lives to rebuilding a place they could never live without. "Paul Theroux's latest travel memoir had me at hello . . . Theroux pulls no punches in his quest to understand this overlooked margin of American life." -- Boston Globe "A vivid contemporary portrait of rural life . . . a deeply affecting personal account." -- Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Wild South Carolina
South Carolina is state of great natural beauty and rich biodiversity. From mountainous rainforests to isolated barrier islands, the Palmetto State is a remarkable place to encounter abundant plant and animal life. Wild South Carolina, compiled by a mother-daughter team of naturalists, delves into the most intriguing outdoor destinations, offering advice on how, when, and where to experience the state's ecological treasures. Organized by region and illustrated with more than 150 color photographs, this guidebook presents handpicked tours of 38 special parks, wildlife refuges, heritage preserves, and other public lands. Discover the federally endangered peregrine falcon in the ACE Basin, the breathtaking synchronized displays of fireflies at Congaree National Park, the world's largest showing of rocky shoals spider lilies on the Catawba River, the rare Oconee bells nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the world's oldest cypress-tupelo forest, and many more spectacular sights. Bike, hike, paddle, or even ride a horse while visiting the state's dramatic waterfalls, boardwalk swamp trails, lighthouses, limestone caverns, a Moorish-styled castle, and much more. Observe deceptively-beautiful carnivorous plants in full bloom, tundra swans lounging in former rice paddies, and hundreds of raptors flying en masse along rocky cliffs. Grab a pair of binoculars, a water bottle, and your copy of Wild South Carolina to explore the best of South Carolina's natural areas! Experience the wealth of South Carolina's wonders first hand.
National Geographic Traveler Miami & the Keys
Miami, the Florida Keys, and Miami Beach are America's favorite destinations. This lushly illustrated guide takes readers through the celebrated Miami's central districts, Miami Beach, Key Biscayne and Virginia Key, Coconut Grove, Coral Gables, South Miami, the Upper, Middle, and Lower Keys, Key West, and Dry Tortugas. Opening chapters advise on planning your trip and introduce the city and its surrounds in the context of its history, rich mix of cultures, art, and cuisine. Contemporary editorial features and experiential sidebars highlight every aspect of Miami, which has been called "the American city of the future." The text showcases the city's fantastic architecture, Little Haiti, the Art Deco district, Miami's horseracing, the city's Jewish heritage, and snorkeling and diving in the Keys. Several tours are featured, including one of downtown Miami by Metromover, a Tamiami Trail driving tour, and an exploration of old Key West. The extensive Travelwise section offers visitors a range of the best hotels and restaurants in the city and the Keys.
Southeast Treasure Hunter's Gem & Mineral Guide
Offers you easy-to-use information on the ins and outs of "fee dig" mining, complete with locations, costs, tips on technique, entertaining legends and important information on everything from safety kits to the location of the nearest restrooms.
Southeast Treasure Hunter Gem and Mineral Guides to the USA
Offers you easy-to-use information on the ins and outs of "fee dig" mining, complete with locations, costs, tips on technique, entertaining legends and important information on everything from safety kits to the location of the nearest restrooms.
Land Between the Lakes Outdoor Handbook
Land Between The Lakes Outdoor Handbook, by Johnny Molloy, is the only comprehensive guide to the magnificent Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area on the Kentucky-Tennessee state line. The handbook is divided into two sections: water activities and land activities. The water section guides visitors to important fishing spots and lakes, as well as outlines one of the longest paddle trails in the Midwest: the 85-mile-long Land Between The Lakes Paddle Route. Descriptions of all lake accesses and swimming beaches are also included. The land section offers detailed descriptions of more than 300 miles of hiking trails (including the 60-mile-long North-South Trail). Finally, the guide offers an extensive reference section, detailing alternate lodging possibilities, outfitters, and conveniences located in nearby towns. This new edition is completely updated and features new trails and new photos.
Nc 12
Connecting communities from Corolla in the north to Ocracoke Island in the south, scenic North Carolina Highway 12 binds together the fragile barrier islands that make up the Outer Banks. Throughout its lifetime, however, NC 12 has faced many challenges--from recurring storms and shifting sands to legal and political disputes--that have threatened this remarkable highway's very existence. Through the unique lens of the road's rich history, Dawson Carr tells the story of the Outer Banks as it has unfolded since a time when locals used oxcarts to pull provisions from harbors to their homes and the Wright Brothers struggled over mountainous dunes.Throughout, Carr captures the personal stories of those who have loved and lived on the Outer Banks. As Carr relates the importance of NC 12 and its transformation from a string of beach roads to a scenic byway joining miles of islands, he also chronicles the history of a region over the last eighty-five years, showing how the highway and the residents of the Outer Banks came to rely on each other.
Mountain Bike Trails
With over 40 miles of single track, western North Carolina's Tsali Recreation Area, where trails wind their way over rolling terrain along the shore of Lake Fontana just across from Great Smoky Mountains National Park, has been a major Southeastern mountain bike destination since the 1980s. This waterproof color topo map shows routes for all four of Tsali's loops, including elevation profiles, the trail schedule for bikes and horses, and information on the USFS campground. It even suggests nearby forest road alternatives for riding when it's too wet at Tsali.
Hiking & Mountain Biking Pisgah Forest Pocket Guide
The Pisgah District of Pisgah National Forest is one of the oldest recreation destinations in the Southeast. Since its establishment in 1916 it has been a magnet for outdoor adventurers. Begun with a gift of land from the Vanderbilts, Pisgah is home to many famous natural and historic landmarks including Looking Glass Rock, Devil's Courthouse, Graveyard Fields, the Pink Beds, and Bent Creek. This concise guide describes 20 day hikes, 12 overnight hikes, and 29 mountain bike rides with trail details, maps, driving directions, and GPS coordinates for 18 trailheads. It also includes a section listing 21 waterfalls and how to get to them.
Hiking & Mountain Biking Dupont State Forest
There's a reason North Carolina's DuPont State Forest is one of the most popular recreation destinations in the Southeast. It is home to: -10,400 acres of pristine forest-6 spectacular waterfalls-5 mountain lakes-80 miles of trails-6 major trailheads Whether you're day hiking, mountain biking, swimming, trail running, or picnicking, this pocket guide gives you the details you need to experience the best of DuPont. Clear and concise on-the-trail information for 27 routes includes distance, time commitment and difficulty rating plus driving directions to the trailhead and more, all in a slim, portable volume.
Mountain Bike Trails
Jim Parham wrote the very first mountain bike guide to the Southeast. This, the most current guidebook for the Carolina mountains, recommends more than 105 bike routes. Whether you're in the habit of shredding the region's most technical trails or just getting started on a mountain bike, you'll find what you need to get where you're going in this guide for all skill levels. Detailed full color maps and concise directions cover destinations including Pisgah, DuPont, Bent Creek, Tsali Recreation Area, Panthertown, Paris Mountain, Hanging Dog, Issaqueena, Fant's Grove, and more.
50 Great American Places
A one-of-a-kind guide to fifty of the most important cultural and historic sites in the United States guaranteed to fascinate, educate, and entertain--selected and described by the former director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History. From Massachusetts to Florida to Washington to California, 50 Great American Places takes you on a journey through our nation's history. Sharing the inside stories of sites as old as Mesa Verde (Colorado) and Cahokia (Illinois) and as recent as Silicon Valley (California) and the Mall of America (Minnesota), each essay provides the historical context for places that represent fundamental American themes: the compelling story of democracy and self-government; the dramatic impact of military conflict; the powerful role of innovation and enterprise; the inspiring achievements of diverse cultural traditions; and the defining influence of the land and its resources. Expert historian Brent D. Glass explores these themes by connecting places, people, and events and reveals a national narrative that is often surprising, sometimes tragic, and always engaging--complete with photographs, websites for more information, and suggestions for other places nearby worth visiting. Sites you would expect to read about--in Boston, New York, and Washington, DC--are here, as well as plenty of surprises, such as the Palace of the Governors in Santa Fe, or Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, or the Village Green in Hudson, Ohio; less obvious places that, together with the more well-known destinations, collectively tell the story of America. For families who want to take a trip that is both educational and entertaining, for history enthusiasts, or anyone curious about our country's greatest places, this book is the perfect guide.
Monocle Travel Guide Miami
A tour of Miami's outposts of good food, design, retail, and more, this definitive travel guide will make you feel like a local no matter where you are from.Miami has a lot going for it: its shoreline, year-round warm weather, and a diverse population. So don't just get caught in the bubble of fun but distracting Miami Beach. This guide will help you explore the city's numerous neighborhoods --from Little Havana and Coral Gables to the Design District --and discover its full potential. Monocle will introduce you to the dynamic arts and culture scene that is surely the most vibrant and exciting in the U.S., the best bars and restaurants --often more laid-back than in other big North American cities --and everything in between.Monocle's team shares the knowledge it has acquired from regular pilgrimages down south from its bureaus in Toronto and New York, as well as its contacts and insider knowledge from being regular attendees at Art Basel Miami Beach. This is a guide that shows modern Miami for what it is --and without the tired bikini and sports-car clich矇s.
Broad River User's Guide
The Broad River is among the last free-flowing rivers in Georgia and perhaps the state's most wild. The Broad River User's Guide traces the unique characteristics of the full 60 miles of the river and the 110 miles of its three forks (South, Middle, and North) before the main river's convergence with the Savannah River. In doing so, the guide outlines the river's cultural and natural history, telling the story of humans' relationship to the river from precolonial days to the present. Though the mainstem of the Broad is one of the few Georgia rivers to escape dams, it was one of Georgia's first inland river valleys to be explored and settled. Along its course are rare species like shoals spider lilies and the Bartram's bass, not to mention some of the most popular whitewater paddling in North Georgia. With this handbook, river explorers will find all the information needed to embark on a Broad River journey, including detailed maps, put in/take out suggestions, fishing and camping locations, mile-by-mile points of interest, and an illustrated natural history guide to help identify animals and plants commonly seen in and around the river. This guide includes: an introduction and overview of the riverchapters describing each river section with detailed maps and notes on river access and points of interesta compact natural history guide featuring species of interest found along Georgia's riversnotes on safety and boating etiquettea fishing primernotes on organizations working to protect the river an introduction and overview of the riverchapters describing each river section with detailed maps and notes on river access and points of interesta compact natural history guide featuring species of interest found along Georgia's riversnotes on safety and boating etiquettea fishing primernotes on organizations working to protect the river
The Route 66 Encyclopedia
An encyclopedia with a twist, The Route 66 Encyclopedia presents alphabetical entries on Route 66 history, landmarks, personalities, and culture, from Bobby Troup's anthem "Route 66" to The Grapes of Wrath to the Wigwam Motel. It is illustrated with over 1,000 old and new, color and black-and-white photos and memorabilia. You'll learn about Jack Rittenhouse and Will Rogers as well as the contributions of lesser-known figures like Arthur Nelson and Angel Delgadillo. With references to the old (including the history of the U Drop Inn Caf矇 in Texas) and new (including a section about the recent Cars movie), The Route 66 Encyclopedia provides a sweeping look at a highway that has become more than just a road. These pages cover the history of Route 66 and the people who played a role in its transformation from highway to icon between 1926 and the present, but like the highway itself, this work does not fit within the traditional confines of generalities or terminology. Yes, this is an encyclopedia, a reference book for all things Route 66. However, it is also a time capsule, a travel guide, a history book, a memorial, a testimonial, and a chronicle of almost a century of societal evolution.
Guide to Florida Pioneer Sites
This unusual, richly illustrated guidebook details Florida's historic pioneer and cracker villages, describing the homes, work-ways and folk-ways of the states early settlers, through preserved and tangible objects and structures. Across the state, dedicated local historians and community groups have carefully preserved and moved 19th- and early 20th-century structures, including both homes and workplaces, to specially created villages in order to display the lives of Florida pioneers. The tools, houses, farms, gardens, barns, sugar and turpentine mills, churches and schools that are gathered into twenty separate sites are described here, for the first time in a single volume. Through the rich collections of household utensils, mills, and structures, the visitor can appreciate the details of the everyday life, work, hardships, and recreation of past generations of Floridians. The book is an indispensable handbook and guide for the casual or dedicated historic tourist as well as for parents and teachers seeking to expose young people to the vanishing lifestyles of Florida's pioneers. Contact information, hours, special events, and detailed descriptions of each structure at the sites provide the casual or dedicated visitor with both practical facts for arranging trips, and the specific family histories of the pioneers who built and lived in the homes.
Best Tent Camping Tennessee
Perfect Camping for You in Tennessee! Well-traveled outdoor writer and native Tennessean Johnny Molloy methodically set forth into his home state, searching for campgrounds to include in this new edition of Best Tent Camping: Tennessee. Having camped the state for decades, Molloy, with over 50 outdoor guides to his credit, used his wealth of experience and scoured the entirety of Tennessee--choosing only the most pristine campgrounds that included not only a great locale for tent campers but with fun outdoors activities nearby, most as close as your tent door. Included in this book is a rating system for the Southern Appalachian's 50 best tent campgrounds. Certain campground attributes--beauty, site privacy, site spaciousness, quiet, security, and cleanliness/upkeep--are ranked using a star system.
Atlanta
Escape Atlanta and head for the hills with 108 great hikes From American Indian settlements and Civil War battlefields, to lush riverbanks and remote wilderness, experienced outdoor author Marcus Woolf presents a comprehensive collection of 108 boot-tested hikes. Ranging from easy day hikes along the Chattahoochee River to weekend excursions in the north Georgia mountains, all the trips are within a two-hour drive of the city.Afoot & Afield Atlanta has abundant choices for everyone, from families with small children to casual hikers to experienced backpackers. This guide encompasses the vast public lands in the Atlanta area, including Amicalola Falls, Fort Mountain, Vogel, Unicoi, Tallulah Gorge, Victoria Bryant, F.D. Roosevelt, Panola Mountain, Fort Yargo, and Watson Mill Bridge State Parks; Cohutta Wilderness; Chickamauga Battlefield; the Benton MacKaye and Appalachian Trails; Carters Lake; Smithgall Woods; Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area; Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve; Stone Mountain Park; Ocmulgee National Monument; and much more.Each trip includes the following: At-a-glance essential information, including distance, hiking time, and elevation gainHighlights summarizing its best features and helping you quickly decide whether it's right for youComplete description and hiking directionsAn easy-to-read map with GPS waypointsRatings for difficulty and suitability for children and dogs, as well as backpacking, mountain biking, and horseback riding
Dispatches from Pluto
In Dispatches from Pluto, adventure writer Richard Grant takes on "the most American place on Earth"--the enigmatic, beautiful, often derided Mississippi Delta. Richard Grant and his girlfriend were living in a shoebox apartment in New York City when they decided on a whim to buy an old plantation house in the Mississippi Delta. Dispatches from Pluto--winner of the Pat Conroy Southern Book Prize--is their journey of discovery into this strange and wonderful American place. Imagine A Year In Provence with alligators and assassins, or Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil with hunting scenes and swamp-to-table dining. On a remote, isolated strip of land, three miles beyond the tiny community of Pluto, Richard and his girlfriend, Mariah, embark on a new life. They learn to hunt, grow their own food, and fend off alligators, snakes, and varmints galore. They befriend an array of unforgettable local characters--blues legend T-Model Ford, cookbook maven Martha Foose, catfish farmers, eccentric millionaires, and the actor Morgan Freeman. Grant brings an adept, empathetic eye to the fascinating people he meets, capturing the rich, extraordinary culture of the Delta, while tracking its utterly bizarre and criminal extremes. Reporting from all angles as only an outsider can, Grant also delves deeply into the Delta's lingering racial tensions. He finds that de facto segregation continues. Yet even as he observes major structural problems, he encounters many close, loving, and interdependent relationships between black and white families--and good reasons for hope. Dispatches from Pluto is a book as unique as the Delta itself. It's lively, entertaining, and funny, containing a travel writer's flair for in-depth reporting alongside insightful reflections on poverty, community, and race. It's also a love story, as the nomadic Grant learns to settle down. He falls not just for his girlfriend but for the beguiling place they now call home. Mississippi, Grant concludes, is the best-kept secret in America.
Mission St. Augustine
Looking for a fun way to explore Florida's "Ancient City"? In search of something for kids AND adults? You've come to the right place! Say "goodbye" to hum-drum sightseeing and the stress of keeping everyone entertained. Instead, say "hello" to an exciting adventure exploring St. Augustine through a scavenger hunt. Discover the sights and intriguing history of the Nation's Oldest City.Not your typical travel guide, Mission St. Augustine ensures fun for everyone with a captivating, spy-theme scavenger hunt packed with awesome activities and the fascinating stories behind the city's landmarks.Your "mission" is an outdoor hunt in the city center - no need to worry about attraction closing times (or admission fees!).Perfect for vacations, weekend excursions, and group trips. Mission St. Augustine is a must-have book for St. Augustine travelers!Be sure to check out our other books for New York, Washington, D.C., Paris, London, Barcelona, Rome, and Amsterdam.
Ghosthunting San Antonio, Austin, and Texas Hill Country
Come along with author Michael O. Varhola as he explores some of the haunted sites throughout Texas Hill Country.
Insiders' Guide to Savannah & Hilton Head
Insiders' Guide to Savannah and Hilton Head is the essential source for in-depth travel and relocation information to these treasured Southern cities. Written by a local (and true insider), this guide offers a personal and practical perspective that makes it a must-have guide for travelers as well as residents looking to rediscover their home city of Savannah or nearby Hilton Head.
Carsick
Carsick is the New York Times bestselling chronicle of a cross-country hitchhiking journey with America's most beloved weirdo. John Waters is putting his life on the line. Armed with wit, a pencil-thin mustache, and a cardboard sign that reads "I'm Not Psycho," he hitchhikes across America from Baltimore to San Francisco, braving lonely roads and treacherous drivers. But who should we be more worried about, the delicate film director with genteel manners or the unsuspecting travelers transporting the Pope of Trash? Before he leaves for this bizarre adventure, Waters fantasizes about the best and worst possible scenarios: a friendly drug dealer hands over piles of cash to finance films with no questions asked, a demolition-derby driver makes a filthy sexual request in the middle of a race, a gun-toting drunk terrorizes and holds him hostage, and a Kansas vice squad entraps and throws him in jail. So what really happens when this cult legend sticks out his thumb and faces the open road? His real-life rides include a gentle eighty-one-year-old farmer who is convinced Waters is a hobo, an indie band on tour, and the perverse filmmaker's unexpected hero: a young, sandy-haired Republican in a Corvette. Laced with subversive humor and warm intelligence, Carsick is an unforgettable vacation with a wickedly funny companion--and a celebration of America's weird, astonishing, and generous citizenry.
