Travel & Tourism

From the author of the Number one bestselling Abroad in Japan, Journey Across Japan takes us through the 47 unique prefectures of the Land of the Rising Sun Japan is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, with millions flocking there every month to follow the same...

Our naughtiest national treasure and Number 1 bestselling author takes on Britain and the British 'It starts with the title - the joy of a Full English Breakfast is in the way wildly different things pile together onto the plate to make a delicious whole. And well, that's the real secret of...

Ten countries. Six weeks. Ancient mysteries, modern mishaps, and a journey that proves the best travel stories begin when the plan falls apart. When scientist Dr. Imogene Drakes sets out on a whirlwind global adventure, she expects to keep tight schedules and carefully mapped routes.

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The gripping and heroic firsthand account—like American Sniper mixed with a real-life version of Die Hard—by an off-duty special forces soldier who battled against a terrorist attack for twenty-two hours, and saved scores of American, Kenyan, and European...

From the sun-drenched shores of Bondi Beach to the snowcapped peaks of the Southern Alps, Australia and New Zealand are some of the most visually stunning places on earth. And you'll do just that in the 28 immersive lectures of The Great Tours: Australia and New Zealand, led by historian and native Aussie Dr. Matthew Laing. And you won't just learn about Australia—you'll experience the continent as if you were right there.

Bloomsbury presents The Pathless Land: Finding a Way Across Ireland by Tim Hannigan, read by Stephen Perring An epic journey on foot from Dingle to Burr Point in search of Ireland’s lost footpaths, and a quest to unravel the complexities of countryside access in Ireland and Britain. Ireland is...

Bloomsbury presents The Stay Behinds: Sweden's Cold War Guardians written and read by Johan Wennström Packed with first-hand accounts and previously classified government documents, this book reveals the secrets of Sweden's resistance network, created to deter a potential Soviet occupation...

Three women destined to find each other and forge a new path to happiness. Mellissa Knight thought she had a happy life in Devon—until Geoff, her husband of twenty-five years announces he’s off to take the gap year he never had. Within days, he’s gone. Reeling, Mel seizes an unexpected...

Think you know everything there is to know about Disney? Think again! For the true Disney fan comes this insider tour of Walt Disney World history, which highlights the best-kept secrets, hidden past, and little-known “random Disney facts” with insider knowledge from former cast member and...

What happens when the City of Light turns dark? At twenty-two, Deborah Svec-Carstens leaves small-town Iowa for Paris, hoping a year abroad will bring adventure, independence, and a fresh start. But just as she begins to feel at home, a morning run ends in sexual assault. Every instinct tells...

In 2019, Siobhan Daniels – also known as the Retirement Rebel – made a life-changing decision: to stop waiting and start living life on her own terms. And she's never looked back. Travelling the UK and Europe in her motorhome Dora the Explora, Siobhan inspires thousands of women with her positive-ageing message. Now, in Retire & Refire, the follow-up to her popular debut book Retirement Rebel, Siobhan takes on her biggest adventure yet at sixty-six years of age: a 4,000-mile solo journey from Canada to Alaska along the legendary Alaska Highway.

‘On the horizon of the frozen sea there is no trace of light.’ In the darkness of the polar night, writer and photographer Ilona Wiśniewska travels to two of the most remote settlements in northern Greenland, where distant geopolitics and the very present climate crisis threaten the...

Full of surprise and discovery, This Beautiful Country paints an unforgettable picture of Italy heretofore unseen - one wilder than you can imagine. Italy is renowned for its antiquities, classical literature, philosophy, and modern-day culture, cuisine and fashion. What has gone largely...

What if the biggest risk in life isn’t taking chances–but letting fear stop you from taking them at all? At twenty-one, Dean Klinkenberg was accepted into a study-abroad program in Grenoble, France—and backed out. The fear won. He spent one more winter in Wisconsin instead of a semester at the foot of the Alps, and he never forgot which one he'd chosen. Better Safe Than Sorry? is the story of the years since then when he's spent choosing differently.

What happens after everything ends? On a heavy Chicago afternoon in June, with the world locked away by COVID quarantines, Gunnar Branson stood alone outside a garage. He watched his wife, college-aged daughter, and two cats drive away. A thirty-year marriage ended as he stood in the alley. Dark thunderheads loomed overhead, alternating with bursts of hot sun. A light breeze fluttered the linden tree. Story over. But maybe not. There are answers to be found in the past. This is the story of a boy growing up in Alaska and an older man waking up to the best part of his life.

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. You have wanted this trip for years, and now you are staring at a map of two hundred islands, wondering whether Santorini is worth it, whether Mykonos is your kind of night, and how anyone gets from Athens to a Cycladic village without losing two days...

Planning a stop in Celebration Key on your cruise? Not sure what to do with limited time at the Celebration Key cruise port? This Celebration Key cruise port guide helps you plan a flexible, realistic day so you do not waste time, money, or energy once you arrive.

Once hailed as Louisiana's answer to Hot Springs, Arkansas, Hot Wells drew thousands seeking relief in its warm mineral waters. Governors, entertainers, politicians, and ordinary families flocked to the resort, convinced its remarkable springs offered healing and hope. Yet within a few decades, the bustling destination faded into silence, leaving behind abandoned buildings, forgotten dreams, and a ghost town reclaimed by time.

Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Appalachia with native and photographer, Jeffrey Simmons. In "West Virginia Through My Lens," listeners are not merely given directions but are immersed in the stories, histories, and emotions intertwined with each of the state's iconic landmarks. From the mist-covered heights of the New River Gorge Bridge to the timeless waters of Berkeley Springs, this guide unveils West Virginia's treasures with unparalleled intimacy.

What do you do when your fiancé flees the country five weeks before your wedding? If you're Mira Sumanti—a pragmatic romantic and high-achieving Google marketing executive who’d rather analyze than catch a vibe—you throw a wedding cancellation party, download Tinder and set off on an unexpected journey of heartbreak, healing and hilariously chaotic rebound romance.

Some cities are visited. Charleston is experienced. From elegant antebellum homes and centuries-old cobblestone streets to peaceful waterfront parks and world-renowned Lowcountry cuisine, Charleston offers an unforgettable blend of history, coastal beauty, and Southern hospitality unlike anywhere else in America.

Discover Puerto Rico through 200 quick, fascinating facts that bring the island’s soul to life. From El Yunque’s misty trails and glowing bioluminescent bays to bomba drums, jíbaro traditions, and the heroes who shaped history, this book is your colorful, bite-size tour of Borinquén. 200 fun facts about Puerto RicoInside, each fact is short, clear, and easy to enjoy on the go.

In 1872, Irish soldier and adventurer Sir William Francis Butler published this vivid firsthand account of his journey across the vast, untamed expanse of Canada's Northwest. Dispatched on a hazardous reconnaissance mission during the Red River Rebellion, Butler travelled deep into contested...

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. A warm, funny, deeply human memoir about the friendships that turn a foreign country into a home. Peter O'Neil had lived and taught on four continents, and when people asked whether he would ever go to India, his answer was always the same: next...

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want an edible experience? Would you like some culinary guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Eat Like a Local book is for you. Eat Like a Local - Puebla by Ana Lucía Nuño Azcárraga offers the inside scoop on food in Puebla Mexico. Culinary tourism is an important aspect of any travel experience. Food has the ability to tell you a story of a destination, its landscapes, and culture on a single plate. Most food guides tell you how to eat like a tourist.