Travel America

Steve Hely, writer for The Office and American Dad!, and recipient of the Thurber Prize for American Humor, presents a travel book about his journey through Central and South America. Part travel book, part pop history, part comic memoir, Hely's writing will make readers want to reach for...

Join Nora on a heartfelt journey across Puerto Rico’s beaches, where her passion for sea glass and love of her family en-chanted island come alive. Sharing her favorite sea glass beaches and stories of the island’s culture and history along with blending practical tips and other hidden gems Puerto Rico offers, this book is perfect for adventurers and collectors alike. Sea Glass of Puerto Rico is more than a guide—it’s a celebration of connection, family, and the hidden treasures waiting to be discovered.

For years, British journalist Cash Peters trekked around Europe and America visiting some of the tackiest attractions in the world for his hugely popular public-radio series, The Bad Taste Tours. But a guy can only take so much. Now, as Peters prepares to leave his travel-reporting days behind forever, he takes us along on some of the more ridiculous journeys and adventures of his career.

Growing up in Yakima, Washington, Noe Álvarez worked at an apple-packing plant alongside his mother. A university scholarship offered escape, but as a first-generation Latino college-goer, Álvarez struggled to fit in. At 19, he learned about a Native American/First Nations movement called the Peace and Dignity Journeys, epic marathons meant to renew cultural connections across North America. He dropped out of school and joined a group runners, all fleeing difficult beginnings. Telling their stories and his own, Álvarez writes about a four-month-long journey from Canada to Guatemala.

¿Alguna vez te has encontrado curioso acerca de algunos datos interesantes sobre los parques temáticos más populares de Florida? ¡Mira justo aquí! Este libro te llevará a través de cinco franquicias de parques temáticos diferentes, junto con los distintos parques que los componen. Aprenderás datos interesantes que quizás nunca hayas sabido, y hará que visitar los parques sea mucho más especial. Dentro del libro, te sentirás intrigado por datos sobre: Historia, Atracciones/Paseos, Restaurantes, ¡Y más!

Far from the crowds of O‘ahu and Maui, Lāna‘i and Moloka‘i offer a glimpse into untouched Hawai‘i—where wild landscapes, rich history, and authentic culture come together. Whether you’re exploring the otherworldly rock formations of Keahiakawelo (Garden of the Gods), hiking the lush Halawa Valley, or snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters of Hulopo‘e Bay, this guide ensures a seamless and unforgettable adventure.

Experience Miami: Florida’s Magic City invites listeners to uncover one of America’s most vibrant coastal cities through a lens of history, culture, and discovery. From the pastel charm of South Beach to the rhythmic heart of Little Havana, Miami is a city that pulses with life, color, and contrast. This comprehensive guide captures everything that makes Miami unforgettable — its art deco heritage, tropical scenery, culinary diversity, and the unmistakable energy that fills its streets from sunrise to nightlife.

With his Pulitzer Prize-winning Annals of the Former World, John McPhee explores not only the richly varied surface of the United States, but the geological wonders hidden deep beneath our feet. In this final book of the series, he embarks on a fascinating journey across the basement of the continent - the land masses forming Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, and thereabouts - with a professor and geochronologist acting as a guide.

A bracing memoir about self-discovery, liberating escape, and moving forward across an adventurous and volatile American landscape. One year. One national park at a time.

The mythical legends and historical allure of the old west come galloping onward with The Old West Collection: Amazing Legends and Incredible Tales of the American West. This thundering audio compendium celebrates the epic events of America's frontier, whether rediscovering the California gold rush at Sutter's Mill in '49 or recreating the outsize personalities of John Jacob Astor to Belle Starr and Billy the Kid. From racing on horseback for Oklahoma land in '89 to Dodge and Last Chance Gulch.

This audiobook on relocating and retiring to Mexico provides an introductory and informative guide for Americans or Canadians considering a move to Mexico. Covering various aspects of living in Mexico, Relocating and Retiring to Mexico offers valuable insights and practical advice to help individuals make informed decisions about their relocation and retirement plans.

In thinking about her native land, Julia Reed quotes another Southern writer, Willie Morris, who said, “It’s the juxtapositions that get you down here.” These juxtapositions are, for Julia Reed, the soul of the South and in her warmhearted and funny new audiobook, South Toward Home, she chronicles her adventures through the highs and the lows of Southern life - the Delta hot tamale festival, a masked ball, a rollicking party in a boat on a sand bar, scary Christian billboards, and the southern affection for the lowly possum.

Early in 1815, Louisa Catherine Adams and her young son left St. Petersburg in a heavy Russian carriage and set out on a difficult journey to meet her husband, John Quincy Adams, in Paris. She traveled through the snows of eastern Europe, down the Baltic coast to Prussia, across the battlefields of Germany, and into a France that was then experiencing the tumultuous events of Napoleon's return from Elba.

Travel Like a Local Arkansas by author Tamatha Johnson-Arslan offers first-hand and personal insight into the best places to visit in Arkansas. She is a sixth generation Arkansan. Her hobbies include hiking, reading, writing and religious studies. She loves to go to yard sales and enjoys thrifting. She enjoys looking for old books and vintage clothing. She lives for family time and quiet nights at home.

From small-town crossroads to echo-less deserts, Two Mules to Triumph is a message of hope to anyone who feels America is divided beyond repair. It is a celebration of how everyday Americans, from farmers and ranchers to old-school vets, and, yes, even a man in the night with a club, can put aside social, political, and religious differences to reforge the strong human bonds needed to pull our nation back together.

Eat Like a Local Alabama offers the inside scoop on food in Alabama. Culinary tourism is an important aspect of any travel experience. Food has the ability to tell you a story of a destination, its landscapes, and culture on a single plate. Most food guides tell you how to eat like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Eat Like a Local series, this book will give you a food guide from someone who has lived at your next culinary destination.

In 1974, a disenfranchised young man from a broken home set out to do the impossible. With $100 in his pocket, a beat-up cavalry saddle, and a faraway look in his eye, John Egenes saddled his horse Gizmo and started down the trail on an adventure across the North American continent. Their seven-month journey took them across 11 states, from California to Virginia, ocean to ocean.

Discover Michigan like never before — where rich history meets unforgettable adventures. From the bustling streets of Detroit to the serene shores of Lake Superior, Exploring Michigan: A Journey Through History & Must See Destinations takes you on an inspiring journey through the Great Lakes State. Blending captivating storytelling with practical travel insight, this book offers listeners both a window into Michigan’s past and a guide to its most iconic destinations.

Discover the breathtaking beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture of Colorado in this ultimate travel and historical guide.

America's northern border is the world's longest international boundary, yet it remains obscure even to Americans. Travel writer Porter Fox spent two years exploring its length by canoe, freighter, and car - and in Northland, he delivers the little-known history of the region and a riveting account of his travels. Fox follows explorer Samuel de Champlain's adventures; recounts the rise and fall of the iron, wheat, and timber industries; crosses the Great Lakes on a freighter; and tracks America's fur traders through the Boundary Waters.