Travel and holiday Books

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The stability and wealth of a nation's economy is dependent upon the success of various industrial sectors. The tourism industry has experienced massive growth in recent years, creating more jobs and becoming a source of foreign exchange. Opportunities...

"Modern kids and adults take pictures with their phones, text their friends and post on social media. But in the future, where will those images and messages be? The formats we use for communicating today will almost certainly be outdated and no longer...

AUTHOR REVEALS A CENTURY OF SOUTHERN COMFORT FOR THE MIND, BODY & SOULA survey of diverse soul food, blues and jazz establishments throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southern United States. A book like no other, "American Blues, Jazz and Soul Food," by Ron...

Jean and Michael Gerber did what most of us only dream of doing. They sold their house, quit their jobs, and started an incredible and unforeseen journey. In Traveling without Reservations, Jean shares the story of traveling the world with her husband...

If you are thinking of taking off into the Sahara for a trip, then you must read this book and prepare yourself for one of the world''s most inhospitable envioronments. Even if you''re not, this is a must- read to alleviate the stresses of your life by...

Discover the art of elegant exploration for every budgetImagine sipping champagne while basking in the glow of a stunning sunset on a pristine beach, all without breaking the bank. Luxury on a Budget: Traveling in Style for Less is your passport to...

This book is all about the writer's almost accidental experiences as an independent 'insider' living in a range of African communities while developing some strong friendships. Each chapter brings surprises as she survives perils, challenges and some...

DYING IN EGYPT: A REMARKABLE TALE OF DEATH AND ITS COMPLEXITIES is a story of what every traveler most dreads - getting sick and dying in an alien land where no one speaks your language, both the culture and the religion is different than your own, and...

China Adventure in a story form features a young adventurous African boy Alinko, who in both searches for adventure and greener pastures went to China and got interested in Chinese people, language, history and culture. This concise book educates,...

A is for the Adler Planetarium, where we lean about the stars.B is for the Bears, the team that's in all our hearts! Take a tour of Chicago A thru Z! See all your favorite places and some familiar facesin this beautifully illustrated tour through...

This is a story of God's grace in adversity when a husband leaves his family in the U.S. to go to Iraq to train Iraqi police in 2004. Shortly after his arrival to Baghdad, his wife at home is diagnosed with breast cancer. It is a journey of tears, faith,...

Robert Louis Stevenson was a 19th century Scottish essayist, poet, novelist, and travel writer. His most famous works are Kidnapped, Dr Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, and Treasure Island. Edinburgh Picturesque Notes describes the largest city in Scotland by one...

Ida Laura Pfeiffer (1797 - 1858) was an Austrian traveler and author. She was one of the first female explorers, whose popular books were translated into seven languages. Pfeiffer was an independent thinker. During the grand review held in Schönbrunn...

Sunsets On The Hebrew Mountains is a book written by John Ross Macduff and published in 1863. The book is a collection of essays and reflections on the beauty and majesty of the Hebrew mountains, as well as the spiritual lessons that can be learned from...

Sunny Days In Italy is a travelogue written by Elise Lathrop and published in 1907. The book is a detailed account of the author's journey through Italy, describing her experiences and impressions of the country's culture, history, and people. Lathrop...

Sunk At Sea Or The Adventures Of Wandering Will In The Pacific: V5 Of Ballantine�������s Miscellany (1869) is a novel written by Robert Michael Ballantyne. The book follows the story of a young man named Will who embarks on a journey across the Pacific...

Sundays In The Adirondacks is a book written by Isaac Smithson Hartley in 1889. The book is a memoir of the author's experiences spending Sundays in the Adirondack Mountains, located in upstate New York. The Adirondacks were a popular destination for...

Summer's Jaunt Across The Water V1-2 is a travelogue written by John Jay Smith in 1846. The book chronicles Smith's journey through Europe, including visits to England, Ireland, Scotland, France, Switzerland, Germany, Belgium, and other countries. The...

Summer Life On Land And Water At South Queensferry is a book written by William Wallace Fyfe and published in 1851. The book is a descriptive account of the author's experiences during a summer spent in South Queensferry, a small town situated on the...

Spicilegium Observationum Historico-Geographicarum De Bosniae Regno Hungarici Quondam Juris Occasione Armorum Caesareorum Hoc Anno 1737 In Bosniam Motorum est liber auctore Johann Gottfried Meiern. In hoc libro, auctor observationes historicas et...

""Spain From Within"" is a book written by Rafael Shaw in 1910. The book provides an in-depth exploration of Spain's culture, history, and society. Shaw takes a unique perspective on the country, examining it from the inside out, through the eyes of its...

""Spain And Its People: A Record Of Recent Travel"" is a travelogue written by Eugene Poitou in 1872. The book details his experiences and observations during his travels throughout Spain. Poitou provides an in-depth look at the country's people,...

Social Life in Scotland Volume 2: From Early to Recent Times is a historical book written by Charles Rogers and published in 1884. The book explores the social life and customs of Scotland from ancient times to the 19th century. The book is divided into...

""Social Life And Manners In Australia: Being The Notes Of Eight Years������� Experience"" is a book written by Elizabeth Ramsay-Laye in 1861. It is a detailed account of the author's experiences living in Australia for eight years, during which she...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

""Shooting In The Himalayas"" is a travelogue written by Frederick Markham in 1854. The book details the author's sporting adventures and travels in various regions of the Himalayas, including Chinese Tartary, Ladac, Thibet, and Cashmere. Markham's...

Shetland, Descriptive And Historical: Being A Graduation Thesis On The Inhabitants Of The Shetland Islands is a book written by Robert Cowie and originally published in 1874. The book is a detailed exploration of the Shetland Islands, located off the...

""Sheffield In The Berkshires: A Booklet"" is a historical publication written by Frank Arthur Scott in 1904. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the town of Sheffield, located in the Berkshires region of Massachusetts. It covers the town's...

Shamrock Land: A Ramble Through Ireland is a travelogue written by Plummer Flippen Jones in 1908. The book takes readers on a journey through the lush green landscapes and rich cultural heritage of Ireland. Jones provides a detailed account of his...

""Seen In A Mexican Plaza: A Summer�������s Idyll Of An Idle Summer"" is a book written by El Gringo and published in 1918. The book is a collection of observations and experiences of the author during his summer spent in a Mexican plaza. The author, who...

""Secret Service in South Africa"" is a non-fiction book written by Douglas Blackburn and published in 1911. The book provides a detailed account of Blackburn's experiences as a secret service agent in South Africa during the Second Boer War (1899-1902)...

Sea Spray: A Long Island Village (1857) is a novel written by Martha Wickham. It is set in a small village on Long Island, New York, during the mid-19th century. The story follows the lives of several characters, including the wealthy and influential Van...

""Sea Air And Sea Bathing For Children And Invalids: Their Properties, Uses, And Mode Of Employment"" is a book written by Andre Theodore Brochard in 1865. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the benefits of sea air and sea bathing for children...

Sea Weeds and Heath Flowers: Or Memories of Mona is a book written by Eliza Craven Green and published in 1858. The book is a collection of poems and prose that reflect the author's memories and experiences of the Isle of Man, also known as Mona. The...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

Sailing Directions For The Coasts Of Spain And Portugal: From Cape Ortegal To Gibraltar (1845) is a comprehensive guidebook written by John William Norie for sailors and navigators who are planning to sail along the coasts of Spain and Portugal. The book...

Safe Deposit Box Number 4016 is a novel written by Frank West Rollins and first published in 1913. The story revolves around a man named John Darrow who is tasked with locating a missing safe deposit box. The box is said to contain a large sum of money...

""Recreations of a Long Vacation: Or A Visit to Indian Missions in Upper Canada"" is a book written by James Beaven and published in 1846. The book is a collection of stories and observations made by the author during his travels to Upper Canada in the...

Quivira is a historical novel written by Harrison Conrard and published in 1907. The story is set in the early 16th century and follows the adventures of a Spanish conquistador named Juan de la Cosa. The novel is based on true events and explores the...