Download or read book Where to Go When the World s Best Destinations written by DK Eyewitness and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2016-10-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by a team of experts, Where to Go When combines informative narrative and gorgeous photography to bring more than 130 global destinations to life. Six different vacation themes—Natural World, Unforgettable Journeys, Family Vacations, Luxury & Romance, Activity Breaks, and Festivals & Culture—ensure that there is something for everyone. Explore Australia's Great Barrier Reef, enjoy Irish charm at the Galway Oyster Festival, go heliskiing in the Canadian Rockies, or relax in the crystalline waters of Croatia. With a simple month-by-month format, this beautiful book makes finding the ideal getaway easier than ever. Search by time of year, type of vacation, or simply flip through the pages and be inspired. Absorbing and authoritative, Where to Go When gets to the heart of the world's most enticing travel destinations.
Download or read book Destinations of a Lifetime written by National Geographic Society (U.S.) and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2015 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Plan where, when, and how to plot your adventure with National Geographic's worldwide network of travel experts and insider tips from locals"--Cover.
Download or read book The World s Best Cities written by National Geographic and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2014 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Delving into the heart and soul of more than 225 cities around the globe, World's Best Cities is a glossy, glorious tribute to cosmopolitan life. In photos and words, this irresistible volume showcases long-established great cities like Paris, Rome, New York, London, and Tokyo, as well as exciting up-and-comers, including Denver, Asheville, Oslo, and Abu Dhabi. As readable as it is beautiful, this expansive travel guide offers a playful, informative mix of inspirational personal narratives; photo galleries, and fun facts; plus sidebars on oddities; where to find the best food and shopping; novels that capture a particular city's atmosphere; local secrets; and more. Many additional cities appear in illustrated lists, such as eco-friendly cities, foodie cities; and happiest cities. The twenty-first century is the Century of the City, and on-the-go visitors and armchair travelers alike will make World's Best Cities a must-have volume to accompany all their urban adventures.
Download or read book The World s Most Amazing Places written by Erika Hueneke and published by Centennial Books. This book was released on 2020-09-08 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this collection of bucket list travel experiences, veteran globetrotters take the reader on adventures across seven continents, bringing history, nature and iconic world cities to life. What's on your travel bucket list? Touring ancient marvels like the Colosseum or the Great Wall of China? Perhaps standing before stunning natural wonders like Igauzu Falls or Ayers Rock? Or maybe it's the mystique of sacred sites like Angkor Wat and Machu Picchu that captures your imagination? Find out who built Stonehenge, step inside the world's most extraordinary resorts, and live vicariously through thrills such as swimming with sharks in South Africa and bungee jumping in New Zealand. Featuring more than 80 of the globe's most mind-boggling destinations, this ultimate travel wish list informs, inspires, surprises and whisks readers off on an epic world journey they'll never forget.
Download or read book Four Seasons of Travel written by National Geographic Society (U.S.) and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2013 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Building on the success of National Geographic's Journeys of a Lifetime series, a sumptuously photographed, detailed tour of hundreds of the world's most alluring locations and activities is seasonally organized to profile everything from the cherry-blossom temples of Kyoto to Rockefeller Center's ice-skating rink.
Download or read book The World s Greatest Places written by Kevin White and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE WORLD'S GREATEST PLACES takes readers on a fabulous round-the-world adventure. This trailblazing tour takes in ancient capitals of Europe, the awe-inspiring Amazon rainforest, the natural wonders of Africa, volcanic mountains in Iceland, fast expanding cities of East Asia and the imposing monuments of the Middle East, and much more. ● Beautifully illustrated coffee table book that explores the most fascinating travel destinations on Earth ● Over 2,000 breathtaking photographs bring to life the most idyllic places to visit, whetting the appetite for adventure ● Packed with astonishing facts and insightful text ● An armchair traveller's dream companion
Download or read book World of Wanderlust written by Brooke Saward and published by Penguin Group Australia. This book was released on 2016-10-31 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What are the world's greatest destinations? Where are the best places to travel solo? From airport fashion to road trip rules, professional traveller Brooke Saward shows us where to go, what to do and how to get that holiday feeling without even leaving home. Full of beautiful photographs that will ignite the imagination and featuring enduring favourites like Paris, New York, and London, this is the book that will inspire you to make every day an adventure.
Download or read book The Tourist Attraction written by Sarah Morgenthaler and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2020-05-05 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Curl up with a quirky small-town Alaskan rom-com that'll leave you laughing over: A grumpy local and the sunny tourist who turns his world upside down A rogue moose who threatens to steal every scene A vacation you'll never forget And a sweet romance that doesn't need to scald the pages to burn its way into your heart He had a strict "no tourists" policy...until she broke all of his rules.When Graham Barnett named his diner The Tourist Trap, he meant it as a joke. Now he's stuck slinging reindeer dogs to an endless parade of resort visitors who couldn't interest him less. Not even the sweet, enthusiastic tourist in the corner who blushes every time he looks her way... Two weeks in Alaska isn't just the top item on Zoey Caldwell's bucket list. It's the whole bucket. One look at the mountain town of Moose Springs and she's smitten. But when an act of kindness brings Zoey into Graham's world, she may just find there's more to the grumpy local than meets the eye...and more to love in Moose Springs than just the Alaskan wilderness. This story of Alaska marries together all the things you didn't realize you needed: a whirlwind vacation, a friendly moose, a grumpy diner owner, a quirky tourist, plenty of restaurant humor, and a happy ending that'll take you away from it all.
Download or read book Where To Go When written by DK Eyewitness and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2019-10-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get your passport ready and your vacation planner out! This book contains over 100 destinations to choose from, brought to life through stunning photography. Maybe you want to know the finest place to go to in June, or you want to know the best time of year to witness a natural wonder, enjoy a festival or go on an action-adventure. This book will help you plan the ultimate experience. Each month of the year has a dedicated chapter, so you'll know the perfect travel destination for that time of year. Perhaps you're looking for a place to have a June honeymoon, a September wedding anniversary getaway or a March birthday adventure - there are over 100 destinations listed to spark your vacation dreams. Discover when to explore Costa Rica's rainforests, journey into the clouds in Nepal, sail between Croatia's cypress-clad islands or gaze at the saw-toothed crags of Canada's Rocky Mountains. Learn about just the right moment to see the cherry blossoms bloom in Japan, or the reindeer in Lapland. Maybe you want to know when you can visit the Hawaiian island of Kauai or the ruins of ancient Lycia all to yourself? Vibrant photographs bring these destinations a little bit closer to home, so you can imagine yourself there. There's a stimulating narrative describing the glorious locations and activities. This coffee table book has tips to help you plan your vacation with helpful information like the closest international airports, how to get around and the average temperature for the month. Just in case you can't make it that month, the book includes another month that is equally pleasant and worthwhile. Unforgettable trips for every month This book has everything you need to choose an exciting place to spend your vacation and the best possible time of year to go. You can find the perfect place to visit no matter when you want to travel, so you can create and collect special memories. This book makes a wonderful wedding gift, with many honeymoon ideas. Let us be your travel guide! Holiday destinations, month by month. Glorious photos to inspire you. Helpful narrative to help you imagine being there yourself.
Download or read book Hawaii The Big Island Heaven on Earth World s Best Tourist Destination written by John Davidson and published by Mendon Cottage Books. This book was released on 2016-06-27 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Table of Contents Introduction Some Important Tips Schedule - Be prepared Accommodations Hotels Rentals Companies to Facilitate you at the Big Island During the Trip Transportation Activities Beaches Getting to the Beach Natural Places Bars Spa Yourself Shopping Kohala Coast Tours Adventure Study Art Biking Bird-Watching Culture ECO TOURS Visitor Information Getting Here and Around Time for Driving Routes for the Big Island of Hawaii Hike Volcanoes Black and Green Sand Green Hawaii Sun and Stars Exciting Areas to Visit Underwater Waterfalls & Valleys Springs & Waterfalls Pololu Country Off-Road Venture Experiences Sustainability The Arts A Walking Tour of Hilo The Wedding Day Choosing the Perfect Place Finding a Wedding Planner Getting Your License Wedding Attire Local Customs The Honeymoon Big Island Sports & Activities Other Exciting Activities Hit the Road to Hana Hike Haleakala Whale Watch Discover the Joy of Snorkeling Buy Tropical Fruit at a Roadside Stand River Kayaking Sunshine Markets Exploring Chinatown Tour Upcountry Go Surfing Traditional Plate Lunches in Hawaii Kailua-Kona City Mauna Kea Summit Kona Coffee& Craters Makalawena/Pu’uAli’i Beach Kaloko-Honokohau Park Manini’owali Beach Conclusion Publisher Introduction The 50th state of the United States of America is made up of six major islands i.e. O'ahu which has a total area of 597 sq. miles, Maui total area of 727 sq. miles, Moloka'i total area of 260 sq. miles, Lana'i total area of 141 sq. miles, and the lastly The Big Island of Hawaii, which has total area of 4,028 sq. miles. Two more islands, Niihao and Kahoolawe, are also included in this chain of islands.This is one of the world’s best places to spend a vacation as there are many tourist attractions in this area. The time zone of The Big Island, Hawaii is 6 hours behind Eastern Standard Time. This island also has an international airport with direct flights to many countries. The climate is usually warm throughout the year and therefore, the ideal and most popular time to go there is during the winter season. In this season, there are good surfing conditions and whales can be seen offshore. The sun is stronger on The Big Islandin Hawaii, as compared to any other place in the United States of America due to its geographical locationbecause it lies 1,140 miles north of the equator. Here is a complete travel guide to The Big Island in Hawaii and it gives you loads of information before you set off on a wonderful vacation.
Download or read book World s Greatest Places written by Monaco Books and published by Monaco Books. This book was released on 2016-01-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The whole world in one book. From the fiery mountains of Iceland to the azure lagoons of the Caribbean; from the glittery metropolises of Asia to the medieval villages of Sicily; from the vast African steppe to the glorious rain forests of the Amazon; from the icy glaciers of Patagonia to the stunning coral reefs of Oceania; and from the awe-inspiring kingdom of the pharaohs to the mysterious ruins of the Mayans.
Download or read book Fifty Places to Sail Before You Die written by Chris Santella and published by ABRAMS. This book was released on 2012-11-16 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Championship racers and professional adventurers disclose their favorite destinations in an inspiring volume of stories, travel tips, and photos. Featuring some of the best-known men and women in the sport—Tom Whidden and Gary Jobson (members of the winning 1987 America’s Cup crew), Jeff Johnstone (of J-Boats), award-winning sailing writer Lin Pardey, and many others—this is a unique full-color celebration for sailors to relive their greatest memories or plan their next big adventure. The amazingly diverse places they’ve selected include: Australia: Fremantle and Sydney Bermuda: St. George’s Harbor Brazil: Bay of Ilha Grande California: Channel Islands and San Francisco Bay Chile: Cape Horn Italy: Costa Smeralda, Sardinia Maine: Boothbay Harbor, Penobscot Bay, Southwest Harbor Florida: Biscayne Bay and Key West Scotland: Firth of Clyde South Africa: Cape Town…and dozens more For each place, the sailor recommending the venue spins an entertaining yarn about their experience there, and each description is accompanied by a “make you want to go there now” photograph. From the relative indolence of cruising the Dodecanese or the British Virgin Islands, to the white-knuckle adventure of rounding Cape Horn, to the thrill of partaking in the regatta off Newport, Fifty Places to Sail Before You Die captures the rich and varied world of recreational sailing—and may just inspire you to set sail on some new adventures of your own.
Download or read book Sacred Places of a Lifetime written by National Geographic and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2008 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A listing of five hundred sites new and old, famous and unknown, that have been used to connect humanity with its gods.
Download or read book THE OFFBEAT VOYAGER A GUIDE TO THE WORLD S BEST TRAVEL DESTINATIONS written by Abdullah Almanna and published by Abdullah Almanna. This book was released on with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Through this book, you can learn all that I know about visiting the world’s best cities, landmarks, and islands. From famous metropolises to little known wonders, my more than 17 years of travel experience are all outlined here for readers. Divided by continent for convenience, you can easily obtain the information you need on where to go, what to do, and how to do it through this travel guide. With fun facts and insider information, you can plan your travels armed with all the knowledge you need to make it the trip of a lifetime.Since the dawn of humankind, people have had a thirst for exploring lands beyond their horizons. These motivations led man to search, through land, sea, and air, for all the endless mysteries waiting beyond our borders. From the frigid tundras of the Arctic to the sunny beaches of South America and over rocky plains of North America, each continent and country bring with them something unique. With the world being more connected today than it has ever been, there are boundless opportunities to travel, explore and learn from the wide variety of fascinating, varied, and beautiful cultures that exist on this planet.My travels have taught me many lessons about life, myself, and the world around me. I’ve been blessed to visit more than 30 countries and see breathtaking sites, eat delicious cuisine, and meet amazing people on every trip. Not everything has been smooth sailing-from visa troubles to muggings, I’ve gone through just about every travel disaster a person can. But all this has given me valuable experience on how to become a savvy traveler and get the most out of every trip.Through this book, you can learn all that I know about visiting the world’s best cities, landmarks, and islands. From famous metropolises to little known wonders, my more than 17 years of travel experience are all outlined here for readers. Divided by continent for convenience, you can easily obtain the information you need on where to go, what to do, and how to do it through this travel guide. With fun facts and insider information, you can plan your travels armed with all the knowledge you need to make it the trip of a lifetime.It’s important to note that the recommendations presented in this book are based on my own experiences and can vary for you. Travel is a uniquely personal experience, and a person’s gender, physical capabilities, and many other factors can impact how they experience. But I would encourage everyone to keep an open mind and to take every opportunity they can to learn more about this big, beautiful world of ours.The names, maps, and information presented in this book are all accurate at the time of publishing.Outline:1.Introduction2.Asia:TokyoPokhara3.Europe:LondonSpainAmsterdam 4.South America:BoliviaChileArgentinaBrazilMedellínCusco5.North AmericaLos Angeles San FranciscoNew York 6.Africa:Tanzania 7.AcknowledgmentsAbout the author: Abdullah Almanna is a multilingual Certified Public Accountant, Traveler, and Author whose tenacity, work ethic, and compassionate nature have all earned him a reputation as a service-driven leader. He is also widely known for striking the perfect balance between work and leisure. While working at a “Big Four” accounting firm, he gets to travel extensively (he has been to over 30 countries so far). Furthermore, he launched multiple lucrative businesses like Tripese and continually invests in lifelong learning to ensure he is well-versed in the latest industry trends. During his time with Ernst & Young, he has even had the opportunity to go to Tanzania for the Kilimanjaro Summit while fundraising and conducting charity work.
Download or read book Lonely Planet s Ultimate Travel written by Lonely Planet and published by Lonely Planet. This book was released on 2015-08-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lonely Planet, the world's leading travel guide publisher, brings you the world...ranked. What will be number 1, you ask? We have the answer. This compilation of the 500 most unmissable sights and attractions in the world has been ranked by Lonely Planet's global community of travel experts, so big name mega-sights such as the Eiffel Tower and the Taj Mahal battle it out with lesser-known hidden gems for a prized place in the top 10, making this the only bucket list you'll ever need. This definitive wish list of the best places to visit on earth is packed with insightful write-ups and inspiring photography to get you motivated to start ticking off your travel list. What's your number 1? Authors: Lonely Planet 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 traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves. 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' -- Fairfax Media 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times Lonely Planet guides have won the TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice Award in 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.
Download or read book Fifty Places to Hike Before You Die written by Chris Santella and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2012-11-16 with total page 443 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A breathtaking guide to fifty of the world’s greatest locations to hike, as selected by the experts who have been there. Fifty Places to Hike Before You Die is the latest offering in the bestselling Fifty Places series. Chris Santella, along with top expedition leaders, explores the world’s greatest walking adventures. Some, such as the Lunana Snowman Trek in Bhutan and the Kangshung Valley Trek in Tibet, are grueling multiweek adventures at high altitudes. Others, such as Japan’s Nakesando Trail, move leisurely from village to village, allowing walkers to immerse themselves in the local culture. Whether it’s climbing the Rwandan mountains to view mountain gorillas or strolling through bistros along Italy’s Amalfi Coast, there’s a memorable hike at everyone’s level within these 50 chapters. With commentaries from expert trekkers and insider tips that lead the reader off the beaten path, Santella has again captured the special characteristics that make these must-visit destinations.
Download or read book Lonely Planet s Best in Travel 2020 written by Lonely Planet and published by Lonely Planet. This book was released on 2019-10-22 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This annual bestseller ranks the hottest countries, regions and cities for 2020, and reveals how well-planned, sustainable travel can be a force for good. Drawing on the knowledge and passion of Lonely Planet's staff, authors and online community, we present a year's worth of inspiration to take you out of the ordinary and into the unforgettable.
