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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.

The story of Argentine Malbec is an intriguing one. It is a tale with many twists and turns and fascinating characters over the centuries, from its ancient roots to its present-day stardom. In this book, you will travel back in time to learn where Malbec first started to grow and how this popular varietal wine has faced oblivion numerous times over its long history.

De Buenos Aires à Caracas, François-Henri Désérable nous embarque dans une formidable traversée de l’Amérique du Sud. Cinq mois à moto, en stop, en bateau, avec une seule contrainte : emprunter l’itinéraire qui fut celui d’Alberto Granado et d’Ernesto « Che » Guevara, lors du fameux voyage à motocyclette, soixante-cinq ans plus tôt.

L'auteur interprète lui-même ce récit de voyage et nous en restitue toute sa saveur.

Rochester, New York, is synonymous with the downfall of Kodak and snow. But the humble city on the southern shore of Lake Ontario is so much more. In fact, if you take the time to get to know it, you'll be shocked at the chasm between your suboptimal perception and the impressive reality. That's not to say the place is perfect, of course. A region this layered deserves an honest, three-dimensional look. It's time, in other words, to capture the essence of Rochester, New York.

This guide to Mexico takes you to the heart of Mexican society. It describes how people socialize and meet members of the opposite sex, the dynamics of daily life, the central importance of family, and the annual cycle of Catholic feasts and fiestas. For business travelers, there are key sections on the economy and vital insights into the general business culture. The third-largest country in Latin America, Mexico is hugely diverse, having both rural areas, where time seems to have stood still, and manic urban centers like Mexico City, one of the most exciting cities in the world.

Are you a local that loves Nashville? Are you or someone you know planning a visit to Music City? Then you need this fun and entertaining book! Inside are 101 reasons why Nashville, TN, has become one of the fastest-growing cities in America and one of the hottest tourist destinations in the world.

Who was America's first and only Emperor? Why are there ships buried under the streets of San Francisco? Was the word "hella" really created in the East Bay? Bay Curious brings you the answers to these questions and much more through fun and fascinating deep-dives into hidden gems of Bay Area trivia, history, and culture. Based on the award-winning KQED podcast of the same name, Bay Curious brings a fresh eye to some of its most popular pieces and expands to cover stories unique to this book.

Award-winning travel journalists and Santa Fe residents Judith Fein and Paul Ross crisscross New Mexico, finding unforgettable adventures listeners can personally experience such as painting with an abstract artist on the Navajo Reservation, visiting a wolf refuge, cruising in a lowrider, hiking in a volcano, gourmet dining at Zuni Pueblo, seeing a ghost, tracking the true Billy the Kid . . . and so much more.

Before Alaska became a mining bonanza, it was a scenic bonanza, a place larger in the American imagination than in its actual borders. Prior to the great Klondike Gold Rush of 1897, thousands of scenic adventurers journeyed along the Inside Passage, the nearly 1,000-mile sea lane that snakes up the Pacific Coast from Puget Sound to Icy Strait. In Darkest Alaska explores the popular images conjured by these travelers' tales, as well as their influence on the broader society.

Lugares y Destinos Maravillosos de Estados Unidos es una guía fascinante que te llevará a descubrir los rincones más impresionantes del país. Desde majestuosos parques nacionales hasta vibrantes ciudades llenas de historia y cultura, este libro te invita a explorar la diversidad paisajística y arquitectónica de Estados Unidos. Recorre la imponente belleza del Gran Cañón, maravíllate con las luces de Nueva York, sumérgete en la magia de Disney World.

Get ready to experience the ultimate slice of Wisconsin life with Grillin’ in a Blizzard: Tales from Life in the Great White Cheese State, a laugh-out-loud collection of stories, tall tales, and hard truths that every true Wisconsinite knows by heart. Wayne Larson captures the spirit of America’s Dairyland in this heartwarming, hilarious book that’s as comforting as a Friday night fish fry and as genuine as a Packers fan in a cheesehead hat.

En el apogeo de su gloria el poeta ruso Vladimir Maiakovski deja Moscú para ir a América. Un viaje soñado pero interrumpido y aplazado muchas veces debido a las dificultades para obtener el permiso de entrada. El viaje durará tres meses, de julio a octubre de 1925. Maiakovski describe con gran riqueza de detalles sus impresiones.

Though we're known as a nation of English speakers, the linguistic map of the United States is hardly monochromatic. While much ado has been made about the role that Spanish may play in our national future, it would be a gross misrepresentation to label America a bilingual country. On the contrary, our languages are as varied as our origins. There is Basque in Nevada, Arabic in Detroit, Gullah in South Carolina. We speak European, Asian, and American Indian languages; we speak creoles, jargons, and pidgins.

In examining the 424 units of the U.S. national park system, geographers Joe Weber and Selima Sultana focus attention on the historical geography of the system as well as its present distribution, covering the diversity of places under the control of the National Park Service (NPS). This includes the famous national and the lesser-known national monuments, memorials, lakeshores, seashores, rivers, recreation areas, preserves, reserves, parkways, historic sites, historic parks, and a range of battlefields.

Embark on an extraordinary journey through Texas’ best-kept secrets. From the serene piney woods of East Texas to the rugged deserts of the West, discover delectable Tex-Mex, succulent BBQ, and coastal culinary gems. Delve into captivating hiking and biking trails and traverse secluded lakes, springs, rivers, and coastal waterways. Marvel at Texas’ rich art, vibrant music, and thrilling scenic wonders. Experience intimate rodeos, venture into underground cathedrals, and explore haunting ghost towns.

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.

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Puerto Vallarta. Greater than a Tourist: Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico, by author Lucia Julieta Palomera Leyva, offers first-hand and personal insight into the best ways to visit the friendliest city in the world, Puerto Vallarta. 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.

The How Do I Move to Belize? book provides information on Belize's demographics, social issues, housing, healthcare, cultural differences, and even how to bring your pet with you when you move.

După ce a petrecut zece ani în Anglia, Bill Bryson vrea să-şi rememoreze copilăria, aşa că pleacă din locul în care s-a născut, Des Moines, Iowa, într-o călătorie prin 38 dintre statele americane, pe care o documentează cu mult umor. Autorul speră să se reîntîlnească cu peisajele idilice ale copilăriei sale, însă găseşte lanuri nesfîrşite de porumb, benzinării, moteluri şi localuri care arată peste tot aproape la fel şi sunt populate de oameni care seamănă uimitor de mult unul cu altul.

From pristine beaches and lush rainforests to the vibrant culture of Pura Vida, Costa Rica is a paradise for nature lovers, eco-conscious travelers, and adventurers. Whether you’re zip-lining through treetops, exploring Monteverde Cloud Forest, or savoring authentic local cuisine, this debut edition ensures your trip is seamless, stress-free, and unforgettable. This comprehensive guidebook features interactive maps, 3- and 5-day itineraries tailored for adventurers and families, and insider tips to help you uncover Costa Rica’s hidden treasures.