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Are you passionate about exploring the world and experiencing life like a local? Do you want to minimize your environmental impact while traveling and make savings on the way? Based on the popular SwapJourney blog, a family of seasoned travelers and expert home exchangers provides extensive information about home exchange and shares their best tips and tricks. Whether you're an occasional traveler or an avid globetrotter, this book will inspire you...
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Get the Summary of Mikael Lindnord's Arthur in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Arthur" by Mikael Lindnord is a heartwarming tale of an unexpected bond formed between a man and a stray dog amidst the grueling backdrop of an adventure race. Mikael Lindnord, a seasoned adventure racer from Sweden, is preparing for the Adventure Racing World Championship in Ecuador when he encounters Arthur, a stray dog with a severe...
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Of course, I'd shied away from traveling to Croatia! Why embrace the unknown with Venice, Nice, Rome, and Constantinople calling? I'd heard whisperings of a city dubbed the 'Pearl of the Adriatic' but had little idea where that soul-stirring nirvana might have been located. You can imagine my surprise and delight, when I was invited to accompany five friends and their two young sons to Dubrovnik, Croatia, for a five-day stint in the scorching Balkan...
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Off on your travels? This simple, fun guide will help you explore and enjoy all of the wonderful sites beautiful Amsterdam has to offer. From ancient culture to modern tourist attractions, this guide will have you help you maximise your time in this wonderful, historic city.
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Chase the Aurora in your own backyard! Find out what it takes to view this rare natural phenomenon beyond the 45th Parallel, whether you are chasing in the U.S. or mid-latitudes across the world. This guide caters to beginners with real advice for catching the Aurora beyond the 45th Parallel, which is a magical latitude where northern features cover the landscape in the western hemisphere. The advice is brought to you by the founder of the Michigan...
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Get the Summary of Joshua Hammer's The Falcon Thief in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Falcon Thief" by Joshua Hammer is a gripping narrative that follows the story of Jeffrey Lendrum, a notorious wildlife smuggler specializing in the theft of rare bird eggs, particularly those of falcons. The book details Lendrum's meticulous schemes to steal and smuggle eggs from various parts of the world to satisfy the...
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The Christian Travel Planner will enable you to plan and prepare for memorable and life-changing experiences.
Discussing a multitude of trips, from Holy Land and European pilgrimage tours to mission trips and conference cruises, this book is accessible and user-friendly. Other vacations include fellowship vacations, camps, conventions, adventure vacations, and monastic guest-stays. Complete with stories, must-see descriptions, and website and travel...
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Cuaderno de bitácora de más de un mes de navegación en un catamarán que salió del sur de Francia pasando por las Islas Baleares, Gibraltar, Casablanca, las Islas Canarias y luego el Océano Atlántico hasta llegar a Martinica en el Caribe francés.Una recopilación de información, sensaciones, consejos de viaje, consejos y reflexiones. Una guía de los lugares visitados, curiosidades y anécdotas para aspirantes a "Christoforos", navegantes...
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Embark on an enthralling global adventure with this book, showcasing mountaineering in some of the world's most magnificent and demanding terrains. Encounter an eclectic group of mountaineers as they tackle treacherous climbs along perilous paths, where every ascent is fraught with uncertainty. The author masterfully paints a vivid picture of these harrowing experiences, holding you captive in a world of exhilarating suspense. Delight in the exhilaration...
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For generations, nature lovers like Joy Adamson or gallant sailors like Zhang He, have risked their lives in unforgiving conditions through uncharted territory. Others have bypassed the limits of human endurance to share their adventurers' experiences. For as long as people have travelled in the countryside, interacted with locals, partaken of their cuisine, gotten accommodations, and learned something new, there have been Agritourists.
With increasing...
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Beyond Borders: Adventures in the Natural World and the Secrets of Travel" is an unprecedented literary journey through the hidden treasures of our planet. In these pages, the reader will be transported on an exciting tour through the breathtaking beauty of nature and the richness of world cultures.This book is an invitation to discover remote and unspoiled places, from the Amazon rainforests to the peaks of majestic mountains, from scorching deserts...
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Lonely Planet's Mexico is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Discover ancient Mayan ruins at Palenque, dive world-class sites at Cabo Pulmo, and tour murals in Mexico City]; all with your trusted travel companion.
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Descubre Francia Como Nunca Antes con la "Guía Francia: Todo lo que Necesitas Saber Para Viajar a Francia"¿Sueñas con explorar Francia más allá de los folletos turísticos? La "Guía Francia" es tu compañera perfecta. Este libro no es solo una guía turística, es una invitación a vivir y respirar la esencia de Francia a través de los ojos de alguien que ha cometido errores, aprendido y amado cada rincón de este magnífico país.¿Qué te...
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"Go Here Instead" is an invitation to break free from your usual travel routine and explore an unexpected, fascinating, and unconventional world. This book will guide you through a series of surprising and lesser-known destinations, revealing hidden wonders and authentic adventures around the globe.Forget the typical tourist destinations and immerse yourself in unique and culturally rich places. From remote hidden oases in Libya to ancient underground...
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Lonely Planet's Botswana and Namibia is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Spot jackals and black rhinos in Etosha National Park, explore the German colonial town of Luederitz; or marvel at mighty Victoria Falls; all with your trusted travel companion.
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Lonely Planet's Costa Rica is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Trek through dense jungles in Parque Nacional Corcovado, swim under Montezuma Waterfalls and catch waves on Santa Teresa; all with your trusted travel companion.
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Travelling against the backdrop of Ghana's Black Stars' thrilling performance in the 2010 World Cup, Alan Whelan sets off on a motorcycle adventure into the heart of West Africa. Curious to discover the current state of Ghana after two generations of independent rule within his lifetime, he rides optimistically on a continent that has had its fair share of trauma. On this, his second major African journey, he aims to prove the lie to the warning in...
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Embark on an enthralling journey along the Oder-Neiße Radweg with this extensive travel guide! Explore 12 must-see destinations, ranging from the historically significant Görlitz to the enchanting Muskau Park. Immerse yourself in thrilling adventure activities, discover various accommodation options, and uncover the route's fascinating history. Find all the essential visa information, seasonal highlights, and detailed descriptions of the route that...
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A gripping journey through some of the planet's most remote and challenging terrain and its peoples, in search of why democracy has yet to thrive in lands it seemed so recently ready to overtake Across the largest landmass on earth, in lands once conquered by Genghis Khan and exploited by ruthless Communist regimes, autocratic and dictatorial states are again arising, growing wealthy on petrodollars and low-cost manufacturing.
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"Discovering Angola: A Comprehensive Travel Guide" invites readers on an immersive journey through the vibrant landscapes, rich history, and diverse cultures of this compelling African nation. From the bustling streets of Luanda to the untamed wilderness of national parks, this guide provides a detailed exploration of Angola's multifaceted tapestry.The book begins with a captivating glimpse into Angola's history, tracing its evolution from pre-colonial...