4 BOOKS FOR 10 BUCKS! This collection includes four of Gabriel's adventurous, creative books as e-books: "Following My Thumb", "I Leapt Into the Night", "Don't Push the... More > Road" and "Kundalini and the Art of Being". It encompasses a vast array of writing from travel stories to fiction short stories, essays, spiritual musings, romantic entanglements and much more. It will take you around the world several times as well as to the far corners of your imagination and your soul. (Click "Preview" below the cover image, at left on the product page, to read a few pages from the book. Or click "View this Author's Spotlight", just above the image to see more books and other items by Gabriel Morris.)< Less
Discover if the world of teaching English as a foreign language is right for you. This is your chance to explore different types of courses, job opportunities, countries abroad and the entire... More > TEFL/TESOL industry... you'll learn about the entire TEFL/TESOL lifestyle without even leaving your home!< Less
The French Paper Book of the Month, February 2010: “A very humorous tale of adventure.” In a sweeping panorama which takes in everything from slug sex to the legacy of the Romantics and... More > the future of the European brown bear, If You Only Walk Long Enough is a portrait of the French Pyrenees as they move into the 21st century. It is also the story of a solitary walker and a long-distance footpath, the Pyrenean Way (GR10). When he set out from the Atlantic coast, Steve Cracknell thought he was heading for the Mediterranean on a trail which ambled through the foothills. He ended up with crampons on his boots crossing glaciers to tackle the highest peaks of the range. On the way he met a trainee priest relying on God for orientation, an electrified walker, a precision parachutist and a veritable flock of shepherds. In a book which is by turns witty and thoughtful he treads lightly across the landscape, concluding that the Pyrenees are changing rapidly. Now is the time to discover them.< Less
Walking from the Netherlands to the Vatican. It wasn’t that hard actually. Every day a little bit. In the beginning I was sleeping outside in my tent somewhere in a forest or field. Later I got... More > promoted to centuries-old Italian monasteries. Fantastic!
Quite a few colourful personalities crossed my path. People I consider as friends for a lifetime, even though I will probably never see them again. People you would normally never have a chat with. Well, you meet them unexpectedly on your journey. Everybody has his own reason to walk to Rome.
A Norwegian teacher on his trip to Bethlehem, a Luxemburgian former monk on his way to the tomb of pope John Paul II, a young Italian chap who fortunately speaks English and a French alcoholic who can’t resist trying to get us killed on the motorway. Everybody is on a legendary adventure to Rome!< Less
For two years we planed and prepared for a trip on US Route 50 from Ocean City, Maryland, to San Francisco, California. We believe that Route 50 crosses some of the most beautiful parts of America.... More > On May the First we watched the sun rise above the Atlantic Ocean and departed on our journey to the Pacific Ocean where we observed the sunset twenty-one days later. Our trip was memorable and inspirational.
As we crossed the country we met and talked with people from different backgrounds and affiliations. Everybody was proud of his or her heritage and place of residency. America the Beautiful is the greatest country on Earth.
We still can see the colorful canyons in Utah. As we crossed the Green River, our thoughts went with John Powell as he explored this territory in 1869.
I hope my book will encourage other to take a journey across America and see this beautiful country. Only those who have experienced the tranquility of nature will fight to preserve it
Our public land is not for sale!< Less
This paper summarises the basic features of China’s tourism development in the first decade or so in this new century, discusses some of the important issues and tendencies existing in the... More > course of development, and presents some fresh ideas and viewpoints. Thereafter, the future perspectives of China’s tourism development are made in the aspects of “beautiful China”, “comfort life” and “Chinese characteristics”.< Less
The story of Carrie and Brent Larose. A regular working class couple from Canada dreaming of extended travel and making it real. A 13 month journey on two BMW F650GS motorcycles. Relive their travels... More > throughout 24 countries including the USA, Mexico, Central and South America as well as the lower Caribbean islands. See the challenges they faced from trip preparations and financial struggles to surviving the ordeal of a broken leg in the middle of the jungle. A lifelong dream is realized as Brent and Carrie travel over 50,000 kilometers on their motorcycles. An additional 35,000 kilometers explored by means of air and sea travel. Sailing the Amazon River. Riding the Inca trail to Machu Piccu. Exploring Rapa Nui and the Galapagos Islands. Travelling through the heart of Colombia to sail into Panama. A couple that dared to travel where others seldom do. One amazing ride. The book is a true tale of the daily recordings, emotional and cheerful-always straight from the heart!< Less
It was in the year 1849, at the expiration of the Punjaub campaign, under Lord Gough, where I had been actively engaged as a subaltern officer in the (so-called) fighting brigade of General Sir Colin... More > Campbell’s division of the army, adding my mite to the four successive victorious actions — Ramnugger, Sadoolapore, Chillianwallah, and Guzerat — that I first conceived the idea of exploring Central Equatorial Africa. My plan was made with a view to strike the Nile at its head, and then to sail down that river to Egypt. It was conceived, however, not for geographical interest, so much as for a view I had in my mind of collecting the fauna of those regions, to complete and fully develop a museum in my father’s house, a nucleus of which I had already formed from the rich menageries of India, the Himalaya Mountains, and Tibet. My idea in selecting the new field for my future researches was, that I should find within it various orders and species of animals hitherto unknown.< Less
Yakushima: A Yakumonkey Guide - The Second edition
Fully updated and still packed full of everything necessary to visit Yakushima - acommodation, transport, 15 hiking trails, places of interest,... More > activities, restaurants, bars and cafes. Visiting Yakushima has never been easier!< Less
Are you moving to or retiring to Cuenca Ecuador? When you first land in Cuenca you'll be lost without the DIY Cuenca Landing Guide at your fingertips. Great information with excellent resources to... More > make your move or visit to Cuenca less stressful and more enjoyable.
We update the Cuenca guide every three to six months with new and relevant information to make your stay or move the best it can be. We are proud to say we have just published the fifth(July 2014)edition of the DIY Cuenca Landing Guide with all current information.
We advertise Ecuador service businesses and products in our guide; if these businesses gringo gouge our customers we take them out of the guide and add a new product or service to take their place. With this guide in your hands you will be in the know about who to hire, what to buy, where to stay, and what's going on in Cuenca Ecuador!< Less
This 288 8.5x11 page book is identical to the color version with the exception that the photographs are black and white. Available in print format only. Go to www.panamaorbust.com for book details,... More > sample photos, and sample Trip Report. 1,140 photograph CD now available!< Less
Ever wonder what it's like to travel the English countryside and visit the many pub establishments? This book will guide you in your adventures in an enjoyable and informative way. Enjoy!
6th Edition. All new listings for 2008. New wire-bound format. Handy glove box size.
Exit service listings for the entire length of Interstate 95 from Maine to Florida. Detailed food, gas, lodging,... More > camping, shopping, rest areas, welcome centers, AM/FM radio stations and other essential travel services in an easy to read format. Plus several alternate routes including Maine's I-295 (Coastal route), Virginia's I-295 (Richmond/Petersburg bypass), Florida's I-295 (Jacksonville bypass)and Florida's I-4 (Tampa to Daytona).< Less
Between 2000 and 2003, Chris Wedding, a Kentucky native and North Carolina resident, taught in Japan with the Japanese Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program. During that time, he sent home letters... More > which described the 80,000 miles and 1,000 days of his life and travels in Japan, Vietnam, Malaysia, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Indonesia, and Australia. This book, with over sixty pictures, is based on these letters. It is part travelogue, part social and environmental commentary, and part humor. The book was inspired by the best-selling comedic travel writings of Bill Bryson. Those who have read Three Years in Asia call it “charming” and “an entertaining portrait of life in Japan” claiming that it makes them “laugh out loud” and feel as if they’re on the journey with the author to “the other side of the world.” 100% of the profits from the sale of this book go to charities which support children in need in Southeast Asia.< Less
A fully illustrated mile by mile guidebook that introduces and guides you along the highlight of Maui, the Hana Highway. From lush rainforests and waterfalls to prairie grasslands and rocky lava... More > coasts, this is one journey you simply do not want to miss. This guidebook features all major sights of the Hana Highway. From the very start of the Hana Highway in Pa'ia Town to Hana town itself and then beyond to Upcountry Maui - stop by stop and mile by mile. This guide shows you the most popular must see & do plus a few of the more hidden gems along this majestic journey as well. Detailed mile by mile maps are included.< Less
Yakushima: A Yakumonkey Guide - The Second edition.
Fully updated and still packed full of everything necessary to visit Yakushima - acommodation, transport, 15 hiking trails, places of interest,... More > activities, restaurants, bars and cafes. Visiting Yakushima has never been easier!< Less
This book (perfect binding)serves as the official guide to
the John Hunt Morgan Heritage Trail of Ohio.
From July 13-26, 1863, Confederate Brigadier General John Hunt Morgan led a daring group of... More > more than 2,000 men across Southern Ohio. His mission: to distract and divert as many Union troops as possible from the action in Middle Tennessee and East Tennessee. Union troops under the command of Major General Ambrose Burnside gave chase.
Although they were ultimately successful, ending Morgan’s raid was a much harder job than anyone anticipated.
With the John Hunt Morgan Heritage Trail, you too can follow Morgan’s route through southern and eastern Ohio. Fifty-six interpretive signs covering 557 miles through nineteen counties tell the story of the raid’s successful beginnings, the battle with Union forces at Buffington Island, Morgan’s desperate escapes, and finally his capture.
Come along and discover this amazing Ohio Civil War story!< Less
This book (coil binding) serves as the official guide to the John Hunt Morgan Heritage Trail of Ohio.
From July 13-26, 1863, Confederate Brigadier General John Hunt Morgan led a daring group of more... More > than 2,000 men across Southern Ohio. His mission: to distract and divert as many Union troops as possible from the action in Middle Tennessee and East Tennessee. Union troops under the command of Major General Ambrose Burnside gave chase.
Although they were ultimately successful, ending Morgan’s raid was a much harder job than anyone anticipated.
With the John Hunt Morgan Heritage Trail, you too can follow Morgan’s route through southern and eastern Ohio. Fifty-six interpretive signs covering 557 miles through nineteen counties tell the story of the raid’s successful beginnings, the battle with Union forces at Buffington Island, Morgan’s desperate escapes, and finally his capture.
Come along and discover this amazing Ohio Civil War story!< Less
''So what do you think boss, are we catching up?''
This is one of many typical questions you as a foreigner will be confronted with very often. Usually I was used to answer this quite politely by... More > saying something nice but after spending some time traveling around I was set to build some firm opinion. What do they mean by catching up? It all depends on what do you consider by being modern developed country. Do you refer to all these new buildings, roads and shopping centres giving false first impression of developed region where by the way price is enormous by means of deforestation of the whole region? I think I will never understand this competition race to catch up with allegedly developed western countries. Traveling in the Far East is an exceptional experience for any Westerner. The Orient is ancient and mystical and has far more to offer by means of people, history, traditions, and last but not least nature than our socially half-empty western civilization.< Less
One artist's account of five months spent hiking on the Pacific Crest Trail.
Unlike your average book, this collection of drawings and short written pieces brings you into the adventure and lets... More > you explore the trail for yourself. A fun trip down memory lane for those who have already spent any time on this wonderful trail, and a unique glimpse into its beautiful scenery and community for those who are curious to start exploring...< Less
Everything you'd want to know about central European brewing culture. Lager styles, lager brewing methods, extinct German top-fermenting beer styles, going out on the lash in Germany and the Czech... More > Republic. The lot, really.< Less
Brandon and Rachel Johnson served as U.S. Peace Corps Volunteers from July 2006 to December 2008. Living in the rural village of Kgobagodimo in the Limpopo Province, they became passionately involved... More > in their community through youth development, health education, and teacher training programs.
This book includes the entirety of Brandon and Rachel's personal blog from their time of service in South Africa, including the months leading up to their departure and their readjustment afterward.
The following is an excerpt from their March 17th entry in 2008:
“Rachel and I had some really tough times at the beginning. We struggled through many frustrating weeks of school and miserable days in the village. But in the midst of it all, with a lot of hard work and motivation, we slowly found our passion.
“We found the things that make us smile. We found the things that make us go to bed at night saying, ‘today was a good day.’ Not all Peace Corps Volunteers reach that point. We feel blessed we have.”< Less
A list and description of 18 popular hikes and climbs near Mittenwald, Germany. Offered in native English, and based on personal experience, this book offers information on trail descriptions,... More > altitude gains, hiking times, and alpine huts. Whether you are spending 2 days or 2 weeks in the region, this guide will get you on the trail.
Hikes and climbs included:
High Hüttes on the Karwendel near Mittenwald
- Mittenwalder Hütte
- Dammkarhütte
- Brunnsteinhütte
- Hochlandhütte
- Krinner-Kofler Hütte
Hikes on the hills west of Mittenwald
- Alpine Lakes – Lautersee and Ferchensee
- Korbinianhütte
- Wildenseehütte
- St. Anton
- Ederkanzel Hütte
- Leutasch Klamm
- Mittenwald – Elmau – Partnachklamm - Garmisch
Peaks
- Westliche Karwendelspitze
- Grosse Arnspitze
- Rotwandlspitze - Brunnsteinspitze
- Pleisenspitze
- Mittenwalder Klettersteig
- Heinrich-Noe-Weg Klettersteig< Less
A guide for the beginning citizen-scientist, and for anyone looking for the hidden natural areas of Florida. A backpack friendly, field ready listing that is not web dependent. It includes the story... More > of the search for the elevated hiking trails called boardwalks. The "Long Walks" are the primitive paths and longer trails found in the public lands.
This book includes a list of the Public Access Lands in Florida of nearly 1,000 sites in all; City Parks and Preserves, County Parks and Preserves, Wildlife Management Areas, Wildlife Environmental Areas, State Parks, State Forests, Conservation Areas of Water Management Districts, National Parks, National Forests, Nature Centers, Indian Mound Sites, and Private Preserves/ Conservation Areas.
There are chapters on Florida's habitats, trees, Florida's water cycle, and historic figures and place names.< Less
