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1) Here to stay
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English
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"Whisper Shore, on Lake Michigan, will never be the same once Blake and Autumn join forces to revitalize tourism--but that may not be enough to convince Autumn to stay"--
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Publisher
Penguin Group
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
For over half a decade, Matt Kepnes (aka Nomadic Matt) has used his massively popular travel blog to teach readers how to travel the world on the cheap. Arguing that traditional travel media lies, Matt cuts through the myth that travel is expensive. In the new edition of How to Travel the World on $50 a Day, Matt reveals the tips, tricks, and secrets to comfortable budget travel that you won't find anywhere else with over 100 new pages of updated...
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National Geographic
Pub. Date
c2008
Language
English
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Travelers are showing a huge interest in the fast-growing sector known as experiential tourism--vacations that encompass heritage, culture, nature, ecology, and soft adventure. In the footsteps of the briskly selling The 100 Best Vacations to Enrich Your Life featuring North American destinations, our new title extends these ardent travelers' sights to global scale. From helping to build a health clinic in Tanzania to learning massage in Thailand...
8) Kilt trip
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English
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"Ready or Scot... Globetrotter Addie Macrae always follows her wanderlust. As a travel consultant, she jet sets around the world -- anywhere but Scotland. But when she's sent on assignment to help a struggling family-run tour company in the Highlands -- and save her own job -- Addie packs away her emotional baggage and turns on the professional charm. Rugged as the land he loves, Logan Sutherland's greatest joy is sharing the beauty of Scotland's...
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Smth Street Books
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Practical choices we can all make to travel the world more ethically. Travel can be a blast, but there are hidden costs to your trips that go deeper than your pockets. From potential impacts on the environment or the communities we visit to respecting others' cultures, taking a moment to consider our choices can make a real impact on the planet and other people. Whether it's doing the research to make sure the money we pay to see wild animals isn't...
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Lonely Planet
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
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The ultimate trip planner for every month of the year. Where should you go next? Whenever and wherever you want to travel, this book has you covered. Featuring hundreds of destinations and the best time of year to experience them, it will help you plan a lifetime of perfect getaways. Includes infographics, expert advice and gorgeous photography throughout.
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Counterpoint
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
For ten years, Yona has been stuck behind a desk as a coordinator for Jungle, a travel company specializing in vacation packages to destinations devastated by disaster and climate change. Her work life is uneventful until trouble arises in the form of a predatory colleague. To forestall any disruption of business-as-usual, Jungle makes Yona a proposition: a paid "vacation" to the desert island of Mui. But Yona must pose as a tourist and assess whether...
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English
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"For readers of Three Cups of Tea; Eat, Pray, Love; and Wild comes the inspiring story of an ordinary American family that embarks on an extraordinary journey. Wide-Open World follows the Marshall family as they volunteer their way around the globe, living in a monkey sanctuary in Costa Rica, teaching English in rural Thailand, and caring for orphans in India. There's a name for this kind of endeavor--voluntourism--and it might just be the future...
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DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"The Screen Traveler's Guide pinpoints the locations behind some of the greatest movies and TV shows, so you'll discover the deserts that stand in for space, the small towns that turn into nightmares, and the skyscrapers where superheroes battle it out. Add in behind-the-scenes tidbits and fun movie facts and you've got the essential travel guide for every screen lover"--From back cover.
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Ink & Willow
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"The Earth is the first tangible gift we were given. Yet when did you last pause to appreciate the immensity of the ocean, wander in silence through an ancient forest, or behold the grandeur of a mountain? How long has it been since you've felt grass beneath your feet? Accompanied by awe-inspiring full-color photography from landscape cinematographer and visual artist Stephen Proctor, Wild Wonder: What Nature Teaches Us About Slowing Down and Living...
16) Escape velocity
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Erewhon
Pub. Date
2024
Language
English
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Space Habitat Altaire is the premier luxury resort in low Earth orbit, playground of the privileged and the perfect location to host reunions for the Rochford Institute. Rochford boasts only the best: the wealthiest, most promising students with the most impressive pedigrees. Complete with space walks, these lavish reunions are a prime opportunity for alumni to jockey for power with old friends and rivals--and crucially, to advance their applications...
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Greenfinch
Pub. Date
2022.
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English
Description
"Swap the hustle and bustle of normal life for the expansive quietness of the world's remotest corners and sacred grounds. In the modern world, silence has become a rare luxury, yet it has been proven that moments of genuine quiet are essential for our wellbeing. From historic pilgrim routes to exploring the last true wildernesses, travelers are increasingly seeking out opportunities for true quiet reflection. Quiet Escapes is the definitive guide...
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Publisher
Sourcebooks
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Horror, true crime, and creepy legends abound in this epic travel guide to the films, books, and dark history found throughout the U.S. With a unique eye focused on the female, best friends and lifelong horror fans, Meg Hafdahl and Kelly Florence, will tour well-known sites like the Lizzie Borden Bed and Breakfast, while also going off-trail to explore forgotten gems, like the hometown of the OG goth girl, Emily Dickinson, capturing the truly strange...
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