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Ultimate Book of Adventure: Life-Changing Excursions and Experiences Around the World
by Scott McNeelyBreak out of your comfort zone and find a new adventure in this guide to some of the world’s most amazing experiences.From tracking gorillas in Uganda to cliff diving in Brazil, surfing a volcano in Nicaragua, or starting a tomato fight in Spain, this action-packed guide is bursting with inspiring ideas for trying the unfamiliar, taking risks, or pursuing a new experience. Containing in-depth descriptions and logistical information for each activity, this handbook also features survival skill tips and an adventure kickstart guide. Ranging from death-defying stunts to easy and safe family vacations, Ultimate Book of Adventure has an escapade for everyone and welcomes travel junkies and armchair travelers along for the ride.
Dictionary of Discoveries
by I. A. LangnasA comprehensive reference volume of significant explorers, pioneers, and conquerors, from the ancient world to the twentieth century. Since the days when Alexander the Great vastly expanded the Hellenistic world, history has been shaped by the urge to discover—and conquer—unknown lands. In Dictionary of Discoveries, I. A. Langnas presents a thoroughly researched record of the major explorers, travelers, conquistadors, colonial officers, and others who contributed to the grand enterprise of discovery. Organized alphabetically, the entries give special focus to the Age of Discovery, a time when European societies embarked on far-reaching campaigns in search of new lands, trading routes, and knowledge. Famous names like Christopher Columbus, Daniel Boone, and Sir Ernest Shackleton are featured alongside lesser-known figures such as Grigori Shelekhov, theeighteenth-century Russian explorer of Alaska and the Kodiak Islands.
The Wine Lover Cooks Italian: Pairing Great Recipes with the Perfect Glass of Wine
by Brian St. Pierre“A noted wine writer . . . uses simple, engaging language to describe the many wines of Italy,” paired with delectable recipes from its various regions (Publishers Weekly).Glass in one hand, fork in the other, Brian St. Pierre explores the regional wines and cuisines of Italy in this dream of a cookbook. As you’d expect from the author of A Perfect Glass of Wine, St. Pierre brings to the table fabulous recipes and inspired wine pairings. Whether it’s a hearty barolo from Piedmont in the northwest that complements a pan-roasted veal tenderloin, a refreshing pinot grigio from the shores of the Adriatic paired with succulent risotto di frutti di mare, or a glass of easy-going Apulia primitivo from the southern reaches to enjoy with the rosemary and oregano notes of slow-baked lamb, each wine suggestion is designed to enhance the flavor of the recipe. The sweeter side of the wine spectrum is also represented with such treats as zuppa inglese with strawberries served alongside a glass of sparkling proseccoa. With a glossary of wine terms and gorgeous photographs of both the wine and the food, this stylish cookbook is as beautiful as it is informative.
Cultural Heritage on the Urban Peripheries: Towards New Research Paradigms (Contemporary Geographies of Leisure, Tourism and Mobility)
by Maria Gravari-Barbas María García-HernándezThis innovative and insightful book critically explores how to recognize and generate the social, cultural, political and economic values of the heritage of urban peripheries and encourage new metropolitan development scenarios that protect and build upon that cultural heritage.Expert-led and richly illustrated throughout, the text addresses issues such as the management and development of the cultural heritage of urban peripheries, community involvement, the relationship of youth with cultural heritage, the heritage of ethnic communities and their cultural identity, tourism development supported by heritage resources and the art-heritage relationship at urban peripheries. It looks at the whole spectrum of heritage of the metropolitan peripheries including architectural heritage (industrial areas, factories and warehouses); transport infrastructure (canals and railways); social housing, and contemporary residential architecture. It also comprises the rich intangible heritages of working-class and/or migrant communities, in process of constant change and reconfiguration through protest, negotiation and cultural expression. This significant volume reveals the heterogeneity of the existing cultural heritage in the urban peripheries, the complexity of the processes of recognition and social appropriation of these assets as well as their need for protection.This is a pivotal resource for students, scholars and academics of urban studies, tourism studies and cultural studies, as well as those with an interest in these topics more generally.
Berufsfelder und Perspektiven im Tourismus: Wegweiser für eine erfüllte Karriere
by Simon Werther Sabine BöslWie orientiere ich mich auf dem Arbeitsmarkt im Tourismus? Welche Arbeitsfelder gibt es im Tourismus und welche Qualifikation muss ich dafür mitbringen? Welcher Abschluss ist hilfreich für einen erfolgreichen Karriereweg im Tourismus? Mehr als 20 Autor:innen geben Ihnen Einblicke in die „Arbeitswelt Tourismus“ in Deutschland und Österreich und beantworten diese und zahlreiche weitere Fragen. Das Buch schafft einen authentischen, fundierten und praxisnahen Orientierungsrahmen, der einen Überblick über die verschiedenen Tätigkeiten im Berufsfeld Tourismus bietet. Neben bekannten Berufsfeldern wie Tourismusorganisationen, Reiseveranstaltern, Airlines und dem Gastgewerbe werden auch andere potenzielle Tätigkeitsgebiete wie Tourismusberatungen oder gesundheitstouristische Einrichtungen beleuchtet. Für Praxisrelevanz sorgen die Vorstellungen der Berufsbilder sowie deren Anforderungen und Besonderheiten. Weiterhin beschäftigt sich das Werk mit der steigenden Volatilität und der damit verbundenen fehlenden Planbarkeit im Arbeitskontext sowie mit New Work im Tourismus. Dies wird ergänzt um individuelle Erfahrungsberichte über vielfältige Karrierewege. In mehreren Exkursen werden zusätzlich Themen wie Bewerbungstipps, Selbstständigkeit sowie die Bedeutung von Kompetenzen durch Ausbildungs- und Weiterbildungsmöglichkeiten aufgegriffen.
Lincoln Road Trip: The Back-Roads Guide to America's Favorite President
by Jane Simon Ammeson“An engagingly written, personable, and intimate portrait of a president that walks in his footsteps and creates a cultural contextual lens through travel.” —Library JournalAmerica’s favorite president sure got around. Before Abraham Lincoln’s sojourned to the Oval Office, he grew up in Kentucky and began his career as a lawyer in Illinois. In fact, Lincoln toured some amazing places throughout the Midwest in his lifetime. In Lincoln Road Trip: The Back-Roads Guide to America’s Favorite President, Jane Simon Ammeson will help you step back into history by visiting the sites where Lincoln lived and visited.This fun and entertaining travel guide includes the stories behind the quintessential Lincoln sites, while also taking you off the beaten path to fascinating and lesser-known historical places. Visit the Log Inn in Warrenton, Indiana (now the oldest restaurant in the state), where Lincoln stayed in 1844 when he was campaigning for Henry Clay. Or visit key places in Lincoln’s life, like the home of merchant Colonel Jones, who allowed a young Abe to read all his books, or Ward’s Academy, where Mary Todd Lincoln attended school.Along with both famous and overlooked places with Lincoln connections, Ammeson profiles nearby attractions to round out your trip, like Holiday World, a family-owned amusement park that goes well with a trip to the Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial and Lincoln State Park. Featuring new and exciting Lincoln tales from Springfield, Illinois; Beardstown, Kentucky; Booneville, Indiana; Alton, Illinois; and many more, Lincoln Road Trip is a fun adventure through America’s heartland that will bring Lincoln’s incredible story to life.
Preserving Petersburg: History, Memory, Nostalgia
by Helena Goscilo and Stephen M. Norris“Goscilo and Norris’ innovative anthology provides Slavic scholars with a panoramic view of the city’s literary, pictorial and social manifestations.” —Europe-Asia StudiesFor more than three centuries, St. Petersburg, founded in 1703 by Peter the Great as Russia’s westward-oriented capital and as a visually stunning showcase of Russia’s imperial ambitions, has been the country’s most mythologized city. Like a museum piece, it has functioned as a site for preservation, a literal and imaginative place where Russians can commune with idealized pasts. Preserving Petersburg represents a significant departure from traditional representations. By moving beyond the “Petersburg text” created by canonized writers and artists, the contributors to this engrossing volume trace the ways in which St. Petersburg has become a “museum piece,” embodying history, nostalgia, and recourse to memories of the past. The essays in this attractively illustrated volume trace a process of preservation that stretches back nearly three centuries, as manifest in the works of noted historians, poets, novelists, artists, architects, filmmakers, and dramatists.“The collection truly sparkles as the contributors each in turn take up this snuff box of a city . . . and breathe movement and life into the idealized Petersburg museum.” —Gregory Stroud, Bennington College“This collection brings together history, literature, architecture, and the politics of memory.” —Choice“An interesting and important contribution to existing scholarship on St. Petersburg’s myth, cult, and text . . . this volume is distinctive.” —Catharine Theimer Nepomnyashchy, Columbia University“A truly innovative contribution to the scholarship on Petersburg . . . The volume should be read by all serious Slavic scholars.” —Emily Johnson, University of Oklahoma
Legends of Texas Barbecue Cookbook: Recipes and Recollections from the Pitmasters (Legends Of Texas Ser.)
by Robb Walsh“[A] collection of barbecue memoirs, trivia and history . . . Walsh interviews the top pit bosses across the state and shares their secrets.” —Publishers WeeklyIf barbecue in Texas is a religion, this book is its bible. Originally published only in print in 2002, this revised and updated edition explores all the new and exciting developments from the Lone Star State’s evolving barbecue scene. The one hundred recipes include thirty-two brand-new ones such as Smoke-Braised Beef Ribs and an extremely tender version of Pulled Pork. Profiles on legendary pitmasters like Aaron Franklin are featured alongside archival photography covering more than one hundred years of barbecue history. Including the basic tools required to get started, secrets and methods from the state’s masters, and step-by-step directions for barbecuing every cut of meat imaginable, this comprehensive book presents all the info needed to fire up the grill and barbecue Texas-style.“In 2002, Robb Walsh’s Legends of Texas Barbecue Cookbook hit the sweet spot for lovers of smoked meat. The book was part travelogue, part instruction manual, with a side of history thrown in . . . If your old copy is worn, tattered and splashed, it’s time to trade up. If you are late to the barbecue and don’t know the likes of Bryan Bracewell, Vencil Mares and Lorenzo Vences, consider it an investment in your education.” —The Dallas Morning News“Robb Walsh has been there to help shape and document the evolution of Texas barbecue. This new edition is a must-have.” —Aaron Franklin, James Beard Award–winning pitmaster
The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Travel (Worst-case Scenario Ser.)
by Joshua Piven David Borgenicht“What will no doubt become popular airport reading for stranded passengers . . . another eminently practical, enjoyable survival guide.” —Publishers WeeklyIf you have to leave home, TAKE THIS BOOK! The team that brought you the bestselling The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook now helps you navigate the perils of travel. Learn what to do when the tarantula crawls up your leg, the riptide pulls you out to sea, the sandstorm’s headed your way, or your camel just won’t stop. Find out how to pass a bribe, remove leeches, climb out of a well, survive a fall onto subway tracks, catch a fish without a rod, and preserve a severed limb. Hands-on, step-by-step instructions show you how to survive these and dozens of other adventures. An appendix of travel tips, useful phrases, and gestures to avoid will also ensure your safe return. Because you just never know . . .Praise for the Worst-Case Scenario Survival series“The scenarios owe a debt to action flick clichés—how often do you find yourself leaping from rooftop to rooftop?—but their utter implausibility doesn’t make this read any less riveting.” —People“What this book lacks in spiritual enlightenment, it more than makes up for with the practical advice you thought you’d never need.” —The Irish Times“There is something for everyone. It has a wide range of scenarios from dangerous to just downright irritating . . . It is fun, witty, entertaining and you learn something along the way too.” —Quill Quotes
Geography of Tourism First Semester FYBA New NEP Syllabus - SPPU
by Dr Jyotiram C. More Prof. Harishchandra S. Timbole Prof. Dr. Sanjay D. PagarThe textbook "Geography of Tourism" for first-year B.A. students, following the NEP 2024 syllabus, explores tourism as an interdisciplinary subject within human geography. It covers foundational concepts like the nature, scope, and importance of tourism geography, as well as the determinants of tourism development—physical, socio-cultural, and political. The book also delves into classifications of tourism, including emerging forms such as agro-tourism and eco-tourism. With a focus on sustainable development, it examines the economic, social, and environmental impacts of tourism and the strategies required for effective management and planning, making it a vital resource for students and educators.
My Little French Kitchen: Over 100 Recipes from the Mountains, Market Squares, and Shores of France
by Rachel KhooTravel through the French countryside with the author of The Little Paris Kitchen—and find one hundred recipes from Brittany Bouillon to Tropezienne Tartlet.Through her cookbook and BBC television show The Little Paris Kitchen, Rachel Khoo became known for her Parisian lifestyle, fashion sense—and delicious recipes. In My Little French Kitchen, Rachel leaves Paris and travels to the mountains, villages, and shores of France, sampling regional specialties and translating them into more than one hundred recipes. With extensive photographs, as well as dozens of Rachel’s own hand-drawn illustrations, this is the perfect cookbook for foodies and Francophiles hungry for more fresh takes on French classics.Praise for Rachel Khoo’s cookbooks:“Quirky twists on classic dishes.” —Easy Living“Excellent . . . stylish, tempting, and just plain fun.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)
China Days: A Visual Journal from China's Wild West
by Henrik DrescherIn this unique travelogue, an artist depicts his experiences and observations while living in western China with colorful illustrations.The nation of China is a constant source of fascination, yet we rarely glimpse life beyond its urban centers. Far west of Beijing and Shanghai, in the remote Chinese province of Yunnan, pioneering artist Henrik Drescher settled over a decade ago. While residing in his adopted home, Drescher records his experiences and observations in his illustrated notebooks, capturing everyday life in settings ranging from street markets to mountainscapes. These richly illustrated pages are compiled here for the first time. Drescher’s loyal fans will appreciate this window onto the life of the artist at the height of his powers, while those with an interest in Chinese culture will marvel at this rarely seen view of a country in the global spotlight.
A Century of Restaurants: Stories and Recipes from 100 of America's Most Historic and Successful Restaurants
by Rick BrowneFrom the public television host, a tour of the US’s oldest and greatest dining spots—with “delightful tales, delicious recipes, and hundreds of photographs” (Ted Allen, host of Food Network’s Chopped).Come along on a pilgrimage to some of the oldest, most historic restaurants in America. Each is special not only for its longevity but also for its historic significance, interesting stories, and, of course, wonderful food. The oldest Japanese restaurant in the country is profiled, along with stagecoach stops, elegant eateries, barbecue joints, hamburger shops, cafes, bars and grills, and two dueling restaurants that both claim to have invented the French dip sandwich.The bestselling author and host/producer of Barbecue America shares the charm, history, and appeal that made these establishments, some as many as three hundred years old, successful. Each profile contains a famous recipe, the history of the restaurant, a look at the restaurant today, descriptions of some of its signature dishes, fun facts that make each place unique, and beautiful photos. It’s all you need for an armchair tour of one hundred restaurants that have made America great.“Browne spent three years traveling more than 46,000 miles to profile the 100 restaurants, inns, taverns and public houses he selected as being the most historic, most interesting and most successful.” —Orlando Sentinel“It is Browne’s exploration of the history behind each place that I found most interesting…The White Horse Tavern gave him the Beef Wellington recipe. Peter Luger, the legendary Brooklyn Steakhouse, shared one for German Fried Potatoes and Katz’s Delicatessen in New York City offered Katz’s Noodle Kugel. And, Ferrara in Little Italy in New York City parted with its cannoli recipe.” —Sioux City Journal“Ask any chef: It’s not easy keeping a restaurant alive for a week, let alone a year or a decade. So what does it take to last a century? After five years of criss-crossing the country and gobbling up regional specialties from chowder to chili, Rick Browne reveals the answer to that question.” —Ted Allen, host of Food Network’s Chopped
Cast-Iron Cooking with Sisters on the Fly
by Irene Rawlings“Good, honest, tasty food cooked up in a cast-iron pan or a Dutch oven . . . as easily prepared in a home kitchen as they are rustled up at a campsite.” —Edible PhoenixWith a motto of, “We have more fun than anyone,” Sisters on the Fly member Irene Rawlings introduces readers to the culinary comfort of cooking with cast iron inside Cast-Iron Cooking with Sisters on the Fly. Harkening back to the days of car travel before the interstate highway system made it easy to get to today’s popular camping spots, Irene offers heirloom and contemporary recipes presented alongside engaging stories and action photos of kindred Sisters cooking deliciously flavorful meals with readily available ingredients over campfires and at their home ranges. Special to this collection, Rawlings explores the basics of cooking with cast iron for 100 tasty main dishes, delectable sides and appetizers, scrumptious biscuits and breads, to-die-for desserts, and luscious libations. From Un-Stuffed Cabbage and Camp Dutch Oven Roast to Chicken-Cashew Pasta Salad, Sweet Potato Biscuits, and Miss Verbena’s Pimento Cheese, as well as favorites including Cowgirl Bean Bake and Bertie’s Quick Peach Cobbler, Cast-Iron Cooking with Sisters on the Fly is a photographic cookbook travelogue complete with informative sidebars covering everything from poison ivy to a broken heart, along with tips for purchasing, seasoning, cooking with, and caring for cast iron. Share in the Sisters’ love of cooking with cast iron inside Cast-Iron Cooking with Sisters on the Fly.
Every Person in New York: Vol 2
by Jason PolanFrom the late artist’s unfinished project, a compendium of drawings capturing the characters, and character, of New York City.Jason Polan was on a mission to draw every person in New York, from cab drivers to celebrities. He drew people eating at Taco Bell, admiring paintings at the Museum of Modern Art, and sleeping on the subway. With a foreword by Kristen Wiig, Every Person in New York, Volume 1 collects thousands of Polan’s energetic drawings in one chunky book. As full as a phone book and as invigorating as a walk down a bustling New York street, this is a love letter of sorts to a beloved city and the people who live there.“In 2008, illustrator Jason Polan set out to capture the enormous human poetics compressed in Gotham’s geographic smallness by drawing every person in the city. The first seven years of this ongoing project, totaling drawings of 30,000 people, are now collected in Every Person in New York—a marvelous tome of Polan’s black-and-white line drawings, colored in with the intense aliveness of a city where, as E.B. White wrote more than half a century earlier, “wonderful events are taking place every minute.” What emerges is a kind of poetry—fragmentary glimpses of ideas and images, commanded by an internal rhythm to paint a complete whole of this human hive.” —Brain Pickings“This digest of sketches brings to life the everyday moments of New Yorkers and finds a spark of excitement in the sometimes-banal shuffle of city living.” —Monocle magazine“Polan’s drawings exude, in unbroken but flexible lines, the momentum of a Manhattan streetscape with only brief moments of stillness. Those pauses can last minutes or over an hour, enough time for fully textured, impressionistic portraits. But more often Mr. Polan’s drawings are of scenes that pass in seconds: a father ordering hot dogs for his stubborn children, or Diane Keaton trying to hail a cab.” —The New York Times
A Mouthful of Stars: A Constellation of Favorite Recipes from My World Travels
by Kim SuneeThe acclaimed author of Trail of Crumbs shares recipes and stories from her many culinary adventures in this beautifully illustrated cookbook.From Seoul to New Orleans, Provence, and beyond, Kim Sunee has spent her life exploring the world and its many cuisines. In A Mouthful of Stars, she shares her interpretation of some of her favorite recipes and cooking discoveries from her many travels. Recipes range from Tuscan crostini di fegatini to Louisiana dirty rice, traditional North African dishes, and favorites from the years she spent in Provence and Paris. Each one tells a story of discovery and new horizons, of cherished togetherness, or replenishing solitude. A Mouthful of Stars is a culinary journey celebrating the author’s time in many lands and cooking in many kitchens.
Feeding the Dragon: A Culinary Travelogue Through China with Recipes
by Mary Kate Tate Nate TateThis beautifully illustrated cookbook and travelogue features 100 authentic recipes gathered from Shanghai to Xinjiang and beyond.Mandarin-speaking American siblings Mary Kate and Nate Tate traveled more than 9,700 miles through China, collecting stories, photographs, and lots of recipes. In Feeding the Dragon, they share what they saw, learned, and ate along the way. Highlighting nine unique regions, this volume features Buddhist vegetarian dishes enjoyed on the snowcapped mountains of Tibet, lamb kebabs served on the scorching desert of Xinjiang Province, and much more presented alongside personal stories and photographs.Recipes include Shanghai Soup Dumplings, Pineapple Rice, Coca-Cola Chicken Wings, Green Tea Shortbread Cookies, and Lychee Martinis. Feeding the Dragon also provides handy reference sidebars to guide cooks with time-saving shortcuts such as buying premade dumpling wrappers or using a blow-dryer to finish your Peking Duck. A comprehensive glossary of Chinese ingredients and their equivalent substitutions complete the book.
The Card Catalog: Books, Cards, and Literary Treasures
by The Library of CongressFrom the archives of the Library of Congress: “An irresistible treasury for book and library lovers.” —Booklist (starred review)The Library of Congress brings book lovers an enriching tribute to the power of the written word and to the history of our most beloved books. Featuring more than two hundred full-color images of original catalog cards, first edition book covers, and photographs from the library’s magnificent archives, this collection is a visual celebration of the rarely seen treasures in one of the world’s most famous libraries and the brilliant catalog system that has kept it organized for hundreds of years. Packed with engaging facts on literary classics—from Ulysses to The Cat in the Hat to Shakespeare’s First Folio to The Catcher in the Rye—this is an ode to the enduring magic and importance of books.“The Card Catalog is many things: a lucid overview of the history of bibliographic practices, a paean to the Library of Congress, a memento of the cherished card catalogs of yore, and an illustrated collection of bookish trivia . . . . The illustrations are amazing: luscious reproductions of dozens of cards, lists, covers, title pages, and other images guaranteed to bring a wistful gleam to the book nerd’s eye.” —The Washington Post
Provence and the Cote d'Azur: Discover the Spirit of the South of France
by Janelle McCulloch“Weaved with McCulloch’s insights on the architecture, beaches, gardens and boutiques of the French Riviera, each destination comes alive.” —Holidays to EuropeTake a journey through the dreamiest regions of France: the enchanting villages of Provence and the magnificent coastline of the Cote d’Azur. From the author of Paris, this gorgeous lifestyle guide steers readers away from crowded tourist destinations to reveal hidden gems at every turn: overflowing markets, chic ateliers, quaint cafes, cobblestone streets, sweeping vistas, and exceptional galleries. The accessible writing provides history and context for each stop on the adventure, and the vibrant, color-soaked photographs capture the spirit of this popular place. Provence and the Cote d’Azur is a must-have for lovers of style, food, travel, design, and, bien sur, France!“Janelle McCulloch has created yet another beauty of a book—Provence and the Cote d’Azur is a must for Francophiles (and will convert those who are not upon first look).” —You May Be Wandering
Turkey: More than 100 Recipes, with Tales from the Road
by Leanne KitchenExperience the tastes and the sights of the Middle Eastern nation of Turkey with this blend of cookbook and travelogue.Turkey’s culinary customs are as rich and varied as its landscape, and award-winning food writer Leanne Kitchen does justice to them both with more than 170 glorious photographs of the country’s foods and people that make readers want to drop everything and board the next plane. More than one hundred recipes from across seven diverse regions—including the narrow streets of Istanbul, a fishing village on the Aegean, and the sheep-lined roads near Lake Van—showcase the best of Turkish cuisine. Comforts of the countryside and delicacies from the Ottoman Court span every course, from simple meze dishes such as spiced lentil kofta to sophisticated rose and pistachio sweetmeats for dessert. This enduring travelogue makes a perfect gift for ambitious cooks and armchair travelers alike.
The Foodspotting Field Guide
by FoodspottingAn inspiring reference for culinary adventurers both local and international!This guided journal from Foodspotting—the global online community of recreational foodies—presents seventy-five must-try dishes from six continents, inviting Foodspotters to seek them out in their own cities and travels. Discover delights like Tea Leaf Salad from Burma; Pavlova from New Zealand; Faloodeh from Iran; and Boxty from Ireland. Each of the seventy-five entries includes a photograph, a description of the dish’s origins and ingredients, a pronunciation guide, and prompts and infographics encouraging you to record your own encounters and taste sensations.From ceviche to Wiener Schnitzel to chicken and waffles—The Foodspotting Field Guide is your passport to a world of flavor, redefining culinary tourism for a new generation of food thrill seekers.
Living Maps: An Atlas of Cities Personified
by Adam DantVenture to twenty-eight cities around the world in this colorfully illustrated collection of maps that take you on a journey through history, culture, and geography.On each page, you’ll visit a different city. And in each city, you’ll explore the metaphorical resonance between the physical metropolis and its inhabitants, history, and culture. In the hands of a creative cartographer, Manhattan is dissected in an anatomical diagram, the streets of Monaco trace the form of a Picasso nude, and the crisscrossing paths of boats on the Bosphorus become the nerves of Istanbul.Travel as you never have traveled before, and revel in the details that define urban life. By laying bare the bone, muscle, and sinew of twenty-eight cities, these maps reveal the unique spirit of each one and shed light on the strange and marvelous ways in which humans interact with the places they call home.Witty and insightful, this book will capture the imaginations of travelers, map enthusiasts, history buffs, and dreamers.
City Walks with Kids: 50 Adventures on Foot (City Walks)
by Elissa SteinTake a walk to NYC destinations both parents and kids can enjoy—includes fifty family-friendly tours.From the Staten Island Children’s Museum to the Roosevelt Island Tram to the New York City Police Museum, New York City is full of family-friendly places to go. Don’t worry about finding a sitter—these adventures are designed especially for grownups and kids to discover the Big Apple together!Walks include: Central Park * Children’s Museum of the Arts * Coney Island * Chinatown * South Street Seaport * The Strand and the Forbidden Planet * Hudson River * New York City Fire Museum * Sony Wonder Technology Lab * and much more
City Walks: 50 Adventures on Foot (City Walks)
by Henry de TessanThe revised and updated third edition of the classic walking guide to San Francisco.This list of walking tours in San Francisco features brand new neighborhoods, restaurants, shops, and landmarks. Perfect for tourists exploring in the Bay Area, recent transplants, or even locals who want to become familiar with a new part of the city, this ebook shares the hidden gems of San Francisco. Each walk, from The Presidio to Japantown to the Embarcadero and the Exploratorium, is detailed with a full-color map, walking directions, and highlighted stopping points.
City Walks: 50 Adventures on Foot (City Walks)
by Christina Henry de TessanSkip the tour bus and experience the nation’s capital on foot with this guide to walkable Washington! City Walks: Washington, D.C. provides an insider’s view of the United States’ capital city, from historical landmarks to hot spots. Each page in this ebook outlines a self-guided walking adventure, complete with detailed map and local secrets. Pick any page and start exploring—and discover the best places to eat, drink, stop, shop, rest, walk, and play.