Travel America

Embark on a remarkable journey across the diverse landscapes and captivating cultures of the United States. This comprehensive guidebook is your key to unlocking the wonders of each state, from the iconic landmarks to the hidden gems that make each destination unique.

Guatemala: Greater Than a Tourist invites you to uncover the truth about this wonderful nation hidden in Central America. By using a lens such as the locals and appreciating the beautiful weave of Guatemalan life, you gain better insights and make an experience that creates real memories. Whether you are planning to visit Guatemala or just curious about what the country has to offer, grab your copy and you will be glad you did.

Told with a gripping narrative and artful prose, Vicious Cycle offers a thought-provoking examination of our patterns of behaviour - and how these recurring habits can shape our entire lives. Blending the professional experiences of author and executive coach Jim Rees with his passion for ultra-cycling, this book seeks to unravel the nature of our psychology through relatable stories of hardship, determination, and a relentless drive to succeed and grow.

Troubled by my past and seeking a new life, I suddenly found myself homeless and meandering through the heart of the Midwest. From New Mexico, I traveled to Michigan to live with my son and his family. With nothing but a bike and a backpack, I made my way following the trails of southwestern Michigan. Two thousand miles away, my ex-husband's suicide drove me into the winter of my deep despair. Reconsidering the choices I had made in my life, I did what was for me, the unthinkable.

The figure of an old man poling a skiff toward shore against the evening light engaged Susan Brait to learn about Chesapeake Bay, and it is that image which opens this her book on the oystermen of the Bay and the sapping of their traditional life, and even the bounty of the Bay itself, by the demands of American society. With directness and poetic economy Brait takes the listener into the life of the Bay and into the complex relationships that affect oysters and those who make their living from them.

Shane K. Bernard's Teche examines this legendary waterway of the American deep south. Bernard delves into the bayou's geologic formation as a vestige of the Mississippi and Red Rivers, its prehistoric Native American occupation, and its colonial settlement by French, Spanish, and eventually, Anglo-American pioneers. He surveys the coming of indigo, cotton, and sugar; steam-powered sugar mills, and riverboats; and the brutal institution of slavery. He also examines the impact of the Civil War on the Teche.

. Decades of incremental changes created a distinctive watercraft, and the steamboat became perfectly suited to the conditions of the western rivers, transforming the west from a wilderness into a place of economic significance. In The Western River Steamboat, nautical archaeologist Adam I. Kane traces the development of this once commonplace vessel. Kane describes the importance and impact of the steamboat in American history and complements his historical analysis with clear, concise technical explanations of the construction and evolution of western river steamboats.

In 1908, the brilliant poet and writer John G. Neihardt traveled by canoe down the then-untamed Missouri River for 56 days. His account, rousing and elegantly reflective, showcases the long ago, fascinating world through which the mighty river passed. The River and I is at once a classic adventure tale, an enduring homage to the Old West, and a tale of an abiding love for a relentless river and those affected by it.

Mit diesem Hörbuch dokumentiert die Autorin Hermine Stampa-Rabe ihre schwere Fahrradexpedition von Missoula/ Montana, USA, durch Kanada auf dem Alaska Highway nach Anchorage in Alaska. Aus dem Bericht ihres Radsportvereins "Adventure cycling", ersah sie, dass sie streckenweise auf sehr grobem Straßenasphalt radeln muss. Um einem Plattfuß von vornherein aus dem Weg zu gehen, wählte sie deshalb ihr altes Mountainbike, das aber neun Pfund schwer war... Gegen die gefährlichen Grizzly Bären, Pumas und Elche schützte sie sich mit einem Bärenglöckchen am Fußgelenk und Bären-Spray. Über nicht abreißende Berge und an brennenden Wäldern ging es immer weiter gen Norden.

Nick Neely chronicles his 650-mile trek on foot from San Diego to San Francisco, following the route of the first overland Spanish expedition into what was soon called Alta California. Led by Gaspar de Portolá in 1769, the expedition sketched a route that would become, in part, the famous El Camino Real. It laid the foundation for the Golden State we know today, a place that remains as mythical and captivating as any in the world.

Heading to Mexico and want to communicate with confidence? This handy audiobook teaches you the must-know Spanish words and phrases for travelers, so you can navigate your trip with ease. Learn simple greetings, polite expressions, ordering food, asking for directions, handling transactions, and other key phrases—all taught in clear, easy-to-follow lessons.

Discover the hidden gems of Florida's St. Johns River and experience a water wonderland like never before. This concise travel guide will show you how to make the most of your trip, from exploring the crystal clear springs to encountering majestic manatees. Get ready for an unforgettable journey through nature's untouched beauty. Benefits: Find hidden gems in Florida's St. Johns River; Experience a water wonderland like never before; Discover breathtaking natural crystal springs; Meet the majestic manatees during your trip; Immerse yourself in nature's untouched beauty.

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit California. This book includes 16 books in one. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the ‘Greater Than a Tourist’ series, this book will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

In this episode of Traveling the United States we take you through the great state of Alaska. Hear about places to visit, how to get there, where to stay, and what to do. We take the guesswork out of traveling for you, so sit back and enjoy all that Alaska has to offer. It may surprise you!

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Ciudad Valles. Greater than a Tourist - Ciudad Valles, San Luis Potosi, Mexico by Author Andrea Bieber offers the inside scoop on the city of Ciudad Valles and the Huasteca Potosina. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater than a Tourist series, this audiobook will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

A background intermingled with discovery, war, spirituality, tragedy, inspiration and natural beauty, Clingmans Dome stands sentinel over Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Secret, untold and unique stories unravel through the intriguing details that go beyond the iconic spiral observation deck to include the adjoining areas so intrinsically linked.

The centerpiece of a major national campaign to indentify and preserve forgotten history, Here Is Where is acclaimed historian Andrew Carroll’s fascinating journey of discovery in which he travels to each of America’s 50 states and explores locations where remarkable individuals once lived or where the incredible or momentous occurred.

The audiobook is a history of Arlington National Cemetery and the Arlington House including its residents, the descendants of George Washington, and its last resident, Robert E. Lee and family. Jeff tells the information he researched in story format with details and tips on the Arlington, Virginia, and Washington, DC area as well as travel suggestions.

50 Things to Know About Birds in Alabama by Krista "KK" Mounsey offers an elegant approach to finding the most beautiful and varied species of birds in the region. Most birding books encourage you to travel to specific locations and hotspots to check off one or two prize species on your life list. While there’s nothing wrong with that, this book takes a different approach.

A veteran dog musher, Dave Olesen finished the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race eight times. After a 15-year career as a sled dog racer, Olesen set out to fulfill a lifelong dream. In four successive winters he steered his dogs and sled on long trips away from his remote Northwest Territories homestead, setting out in turn to the south, east, north and west, and home again to Hoarfrost River. His narrative ranges from the personal and poignant musings of a dogsled driver to loftier planes of introspection and contemplation.