Download or read book Luxe Istanbul written by LUXE City Guides and published by Luxe Limited. This book was released on 2017-05-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nova Roma, Byzantium, Constantinople, Istanbul - this city's got more names than Liz Taylor and more treasures than El Dorado. A legendary capital of two of the world's greatest empires, built on seven hills and spanning two continents, Istanbul is rich in history but with rapidly developing mod food and art scenes, plus that pretty situ on the glittering Bosphorus. Can you say Turkish delight?

Download or read book Fly Solo written by Teresa Rodriguez Williamson and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2007-02-06 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There's a whole big world out there. Here's how every woman can get out and conquer it-solo. This is an inspiring guide for women who want to "fly solo"-yet stay safe, sane, and solvent during their travels. With candid advice and insider's secrets about some of the most exciting places on earth, readers will find: - A quiz to help determine what sorts of trips best suit one's personality, interests, and goals - The essential female-friendly spots every woman should visit - Why each destination is perfect for solo travelers, important foreign phrases, what to pack, what shoes to wear, special events, historical facts, where to meet the global glitterati, and a list of the top ten things women must do while visiting - Where to eat, meet, party, people watch, sunbathe, soul-search, shop, spa, frolic, photograph, and more Whether surfing in Hawaii, strolling the cobblestone streets of St. Petersburg, drinking in Dublin, or swimming with dolphins in the Caribbean, women can take on the world and create lasting memories with the best travel companion ever-themselves!

Download or read book The Jewish Food Hero Cookbook written by Kenden Alfond and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2019-03-12 with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beautifully photographed and filled with endearing stories of the author’s inspiration behind each holiday menu, The Jewish Food Hero Cookbook is not just about the food and the final presentation. It’s also about how you feel leading up to the holiday, and the ambiance one wants to create from day one of preparation. It’s about experiencing the holiday itself and creating beloved memories with your family. Pairing both traditional and modern, healthy food, the goal of this book is to prove that together we can create a new and healthy food future for the Jewish people, one that is connected to the most beautiful of Jewish traditions while being grounded in the present.

Download or read book The Quiet American written by Graham Greene and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2018-03-13 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A “masterful . . . brilliantly constructed novel” of love and chaos in 1950s Vietnam (Zadie Smith, The Guardian). It’s 1955 and British journalist Thomas Fowler has been in Vietnam for two years covering the insurgency against French colonial rule. But it’s not just a political tangle that’s kept him tethered to the country. There’s also his lover, Phuong, a young Vietnamese woman who clings to Fowler for protection. Then comes Alden Pyle, an idealistic American working in service of the CIA. Devotedly, disastrously patriotic, he believes neither communism nor colonialism is what’s best for Southeast Asia, but rather a “Third Force”: American democracy by any means necessary. His ideas of conquest include Phuong, to whom he promises a sweet life in the states. But as Pyle’s blind moral conviction wreaks havoc upon innocent lives, it’s ultimately his romantic compulsions that will play a role in his own undoing. Although criticized upon publication as anti-American, Graham Greene’s “complex but compelling story of intrigue and counter-intrigue” would, in a few short years, prove prescient in its own condemnation of American interventionism (The New York Times).

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Download or read book Vietnam Dream Trip written by Claire Boobbyer and published by Footprint Travel Guides. This book was released on 2013-02-28 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: During your valuable holidays, you will want to experience the heart of Vietnam. Footprint’s Dream Trip Vietnam will ensure you discover the very best this paradoxical destination has to offer as well as take you to some fantastic out-of-the-way places hand-picked by the author. From the best places to contemplate ancient pagodas and temples, to navigating the charming city of Hanoi which teems with contrasts, this new guide is packed full of ideas, suggestions and expert advice to help you design your own dream trip. • Packed with detailed information on where to go and what to do • A hand-picked selection of the very best places to stay and to eat • Full-colour trip-planning section featuring detailed itineraries and maps • Off-the-beaten track suggestions from the author • Compact, pocket-sized format so you can carry it with you • Written by a local expert offering you insider information Footprint’s carefully tailored information ensures that you get the most out of your dream trip.

Download or read book The OSS in Burma written by Troy J. Sacquety and published by University Press of Kansas. This book was released on 2014-08-15 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "One could not choose a worse place for fighting the Japanese," said Winston Churchill of North Burma, deeming it "the most forbidding fighting country imaginable." But it was here that the fledgling Office of Strategic Services conducted its most successful combat operations of World War II. Troy Sacquety takes readers into Burma's steaming jungles in the first book to fully cover the exploits and contributions of the OSS's Detachment 101 against the Japanese Imperial Army. Functioning independently of both the U.S. Army and OSS headquarters-and with no operational or organizational model to follow-Detachment 101 was given enormous latitude in terms of developing its mission and methods. It grew from an inexperienced and poorly supported group of 21 agents training on the job in a lethal environment to a powerful force encompassing 10,000 guerrillas (spread across as many as 8 battalions), 60 long-range agents, and 400 short-range agents. By April 1945, it remained the only American ground force in North Burma while simultaneously conducting daring amphibious operations that contributed to the liberation of Rangoon. With unrivaled access to OSS archives, Sacquety vividly recounts the 101's story with a depth of detail that makes the disease-plagued and monsoon-drenched Burmese theater come unnervingly alive. He describes the organizational evolution of Detachment 101 and shows how the unit's flexibility allowed it to evolve to meet the changing battlefield environment. He depicts the Detachment's two sharply contrasting field commanders: headstrong Colonel Carl Eifler, who pushed the unit beyond its capabilities, and the more measured Colonel William Peers, who molded it into a model special operations force. He also highlights the heroic Kachin tribesmen, fierce fighters defending their tribal homeland and instrumental in acclimating the Americans to terrain, weather, and cultures in ways that were vital to the success of the Detachment's operations. While veterans' memoirs have discussed OSS activities in Burma, this is the first book to describe in detail how it achieved its success—portraying an operational unit that can be seen as a prototype for today's Special Forces. Featuring dozens of illustrations, The OSS in Burma rescues from oblivion the daring exploits of a key intelligence and military unit in Japan's defeat in World War II and tells a gripping story that will satisfy scholars and buffs alike.

Download or read book To Vietnam with Love written by Kim Fay and published by ThingsAsian Press. This book was released on 2008 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From endangered langurs on Cat Ba Island to sidecar journeys in the Central Highlands, discover the secrets of savvy expatriates, seasoned travelers, and inspired locals. With its unique insights into dining, shopping, sightseeing, and culture, this personal collection of essays is a one-of-a-kind guide for the passionate traveler.

Download or read book Warfare in a Fragile World written by Stockholm International Peace Research Institute and published by . This book was released on 1980 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Among the crucial problems that confront mankind today are those associated with a degraded environment. This book examines the extent to which warfare and other military activities contribute to such degradation. The military capability to damage the environment and to cause ecological disruption has escalated, and there is no sign that the level of conflict in the world is decreasing. The military use and abuse of each of the several major global habitats -- temperate, tropical, desert, arctic, insular, and oceanic -- are evalusated separately in the light of the civil use and abuse of that habitat"--Dust jacket.

Download or read book A House by the Sea written by Bunny Williams and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2016-09-13 with total page 599 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “America’s reigning queen of decorating.” —Southern Living “One of America’s premier interior designers.” —Garden Design Author and renowned designer Bunny Williams has been at the top of the interior design world for more than 40 years. Here she invites readers to explore La Colina, her lovely Caribbean retreat tucked into lush, tropical gardens by the sea. Williams writes “We knew we wanted a house where we would really live outside, a house where the ocean breezes would blow through, and a house that would be a place in which we could gather our friends and family and entertain easily.” The book explores every facet of the beautiful property located in the Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic—from outdoor rooms and garden plantings and design to the delightful, island-living luxury of the villa’s interiors, furnishings, and collections. Woven into each chapter are essays written by friends who have visited the property: Gil Schafer details the villa’s architecture Page Dickey tours the gardens Roxana Robinson offers a peek at a weekend stay Angus Wilkie discusses the delights of collecting Jane Garmey revels in the pleasures of cooking, food, and friends Let trailblazer and tastemaker Bunny Williams, a member of the Interior Design Hall of Fame, take you on a personal tour of this special home. In her introduction, she writes that her aim was to have this book “feel like a visit to our island retreat.” You’ll see in this lavish coffee table book filled with photographs, story, and advice that she succeeded.

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Download or read book Fodor s Essential Vietnam written by Fodor’s Travel Guides and published by Fodor's Travel. This book was released on 2022-01-25 with total page 589 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you want to cruise through Halong Bay, eat street food in Hanoi, or trek to rice terraces in Sapa, the local Fodor’s travel experts in Vietnam are here to help! Fodor’s Essential Vietnam guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor’s “Essential” guides have been named by Booklist as the Best Travel Guide Series of 2020! Fodor’s Essential Vietnam travel guide includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 25 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, activities, side-trips, and more PHOTO-FILLED “BEST OF” FEATURES on “Vietnam’s Natural Wonders,” “Vietnam’s Pagodas” and more TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, cuisine, geography and more SPECIAL FEATURES on “What to Watch and Read Before You Visit,” and “What to Eat and Drink” LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems Vietnamese LANGUAGE PRIMER with useful words and essential phrases UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Ho Chi Minh City, the Mekong Delta, Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue, Sapa, Danag, Hoi An, Phu Quoc, Dalat, Nha Trang, Haiphong, and more. Planning on visiting Southeast Asia? Check out Fodor’s Thailand and Fodor’s In Focus Singapore. *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS : Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor’s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!

Download or read book Fifty Places to Travel Solo written by Chris Santella and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2024-10-22 with total page 391 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chris Santella and award-winning writer DC Helmuth’s Fifty Places to Travel Solo provides a roadmap to the best, and safest places, for those who choose to adventure on their own. If there’s one striking travel trend in recent years, it’s a massive rise in solo travel. Fifty Places to Travel Solo will feature idyllic venues from around the world, interviews with solo travel experts, including lifestyle bloggers and representatives from companies that cater to solo travelers, and a mix of urban and outdoor adventures well‑suited for individuals. Influencers from a range of races, genders, physical handicaps, lifestyles, and ages offer their candid advice to the budding solo travelers of the world, about which place didn't just make them feel welcome, but left the greatest impact on their lives. With both young and mature travelers alike beginning their solo travel journeys, this guide will feature two different travel options for each destination, “On a budget” and “Luxe,” so no matter who you are, or where, you will find the perfect accommodations to satisfy your wanderlust! These locations offer the perfect mix of whatever solo trip you are yearning for, whether it be the serenity found in the crystal‑clear waters of the Greek Isles, the adventure of hiking the unbelievable waterfalls and glaciers of Iceland, or the exciting culture found walking the streets of Portugal. Includes Color Images Featured Destinations: Alaska - Glacier Bay and Beyond, Alberta – Banff, Antarctica – Antarctica, Argentina - Buenos Aires, Arizona - Grand Canyon, Australia – Melbourne, Austria -Vienna, Bhutan – Paro, British Columbia - Emerald Lake, British Columbia – Vancouver, Bulgaria - Rhodope Mountains, California - Palm Springs, Chile – Patagonia, Costa Rica – Nosara, Cuba – Havana, Czech Republic – Prague, Denmark – Copenhagen, Egypt - Nile River, England - Lake District, Fjords – Norway, Funafuti – Tuvalu, Georgia – Savannah, Greece - Greek Isles, Iceland – Reykjavik, Ireland – Dublin, Italy – Sicily, Japan – Tokyo, Louisiana - New Orleans, Maine – Portland, Malawi - Northern Region, Massachusetts – Boston, Mexico – Oaxaca, Mexico – Tulum, Montana – Whitefish, New York - New York, New Zealand - The North Island, North Carolina – Asheville, Oregon – Bend, Portugal – Lisbon, San Juan - Puerto Rico, Slovenia – Tour, Spain - Camino de Santiago, Taiwan – Taipei, Thailand – Pai, Tennessee – Nashville, Utah – Moab, Utah - Zion National Park, Vietnam – Tour, Washington - Olympic National Park, Washington - The Pacific Crest Trail Fifty Places series Fifty Places to Fly Fish Before You Die Fifty Places to Play Golf Before You Die Fifty Places to Sail Before You Die Fifty Places to Dive Before You Die Fifty More Places to Golf Before You Die Fifty Places to Hike Before You Die Fifty Places to Bike Before You Die Fifty Places to Ski & Snowboard Before You Die Fifty Places to Paddle Before You Die Fifty Places to Camp Before You Die Fifty Places to Drink Beer Before You Die Fifty Places to Run Before You Die Fifty Places to Surf Before You Die Fifty Places to Rock Climb Before You Die Fifty Places to Practice Yoga Before You Die Fifty Places to Travel with Your Dog Before You Die Fifty Places to Travel Solo Before You Die

Download or read book Destination Saigon written by Walter Mason and published by Allen & Unwin. This book was released on 2014-05-14 with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get a taste of the real Vietnam and its people on a sometimes funny, always fascinating journey from the bustling cities to the out of the way villages, into Buddhist monasteries and along the Mekong - a real delight for armchair travellers and those contemplating their own adventure.

Download or read book Fodor s Boston written by Victoria Abbott Riccardi and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide provides information on hotels, restaurants, driving and walking tours, shopping and sightseeing, and nighttime entertainment around Boston.

Download or read book DK Vietnam written by DK Travel and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2023-10-24 with total page 436 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Visit Southeast Asia's paradise! Taste traditional street food in Hanoi, cruise in Halong bay, explore nature and wildlife, take a boat trip through paddy fields and marvel at colonial architecture in Ho Chi Minh City. Your DK guide has it all: Welcome to Vietnam! Take the new lightweight Vietnam travel book wherever you go. Inside the pages of DK Eyewitness Vietnam, you'll find: - Our pick of Vietnam's must-sees, top experiences and hidden gems. - The best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay. - Detailed maps and walks to make navigating the country easy. - Easy-to-follow itineraries. - Expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe. - Color-coded chapters to every part of Vietnam, from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi, the Mekong Delta to Northern Vietnam. Vietnam has a wealth of sights and experiences waiting to be discovered! From dramatic mountain landscapes in Sapa to long stretches of pristine, palm-fringed sands on the east coast. And with the country's rich history, delicious cuisine and friendly cities, there is plenty for you to enjoy. There are so many reasons to love Vietnam! Experience the best of this small Asian country in spectacular detail with photographs on practically every page, and hand-drawn illustrations that place you inside the country's iconic buildings and neighborhoods. This guidebook breaks up this bit of paradise into easily navigable adventures with expert local knowledge, trusted travel advice and comprehensive maps. From North to South Vietnam, excursions to Angkor, historical and religious sites like the temple of the Jade Emperor, and all the outdoor activities Vietnam has to offer! More trips to uncover DK Eyewitness is the most up-to-date travel guide series following the COVID-19 outbreak. Each guide includes expert-led insights into the world's most famous countries and cities, things to do and places to stay. Want the best of Southeast Asia in your pocket? Try our Eyewitness Malaysia or Eyewitness Cambodia and Laos.

Download or read book Istanbul Luxe City Guides written by LUXE City Guides Staff and published by Luxe City Guides. This book was released on 2013-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Saturated in history and sitting pretty on the glittering Bosphorus, Luxe editors have schlepped, slept, sipped, supped and shopped all over so visitors can sit back like a Sultan and enjoy this Turkish delight. Whether they want to avoid the tedious hard-sell and go direct to the finest carpet dealers, or even design their own contemporary kilims, Luxe will lead them through the fiendishly difficult maze-like Grand Bazaar to unearth the best and leave the rest.