Travel & Tourism

Discover the evolutionary mind and body benefits of living at the edges of your comfort zone and reconnecting with the wild....

When Englishman Chris Broad landed in a rural village in northern Japan he wondered if he'd made a huge mistake. With no knowledge of the language and zero teaching experience, was he was about to be the most quickly fired English teacher in Japan's history....

Hardest Geezer, Russ Cook, is the first person to ever run the entire length of Africa.

A blend of travel writing, memoir, history and current affairs that tells the story of Sri Lanka. A perfect listen for first-time visitors, Sri Lankans abroad or at home, or anyone looking to deepen their understanding of one of the world’s most fascinating and paradoxical countries.

A road trip book with a difference. Stars of Outlander - Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish - explore Scotland, a land of raw beauty, poetry, feuding, music, history and warfare....

A 600-mile canoe trip in the Canadian wilderness is a 17-year-old's dream adventure, but after he is mauled by a grizzly bear, it's all about staying alive....

Secrets of Divine Love is the #1 international bestselling book on Islam that draws upon spiritual secrets of the Qur’an, ancient mystical poetry, and stories from the world’s greatest prophets and spiritual masters to help you reignite your faith....

At 28,251 feet, the world's second-tallest mountain, K2 thrusts skyward out of the Karakoram Range of northern Pakistan. Climbers regard it as the ultimate achievement in mountaineering, with good reason....

When she was suddenly given the opportunity of a new life in rural Jutland, journalist and archetypal Londoner Helen Russell discovered a startling statistic....

Anyone who has heard of Jon Krakauer’s Into Thin Air or has seen a recent photo of climbers standing in line to get to the top of Everest may think they have a sense of what the world’s highest mountain is like....

In April 1992 a young man from a well-to-do family hitchhiked to Alaska and walked alone into the wilderness north of Mt. McKinley....

On October 6, 1973, Ted Simon knew there was no going back. He loaded up his 500cc Triumph Tiger in the pouring rain and said good-bye to London....

One of the most important and influential books of the past half-century, Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance tells the iconic story of a father and son's motorcycle trip across America in the 1960s....

In Made in America, Bryson de-mythologizes his native land....

This gripping and triumphant memoir follows a living legend of extreme mountaineering as he makes his assault on history, one 8,000-meter summit at a time....

Anthony Bourdain's long-time director and producer takes listeners behind the scenes to reveal the insanity of filming television in some of the most volatile places in the world and what it was like to work with a legend....

The hilarious book from the nation's favourite comedian, Billy Connolly....

In this follow-up to Clanlands Sam & Graham document their journey across New Zealand, a country Graham calls home and that Sam has longed to visit since learning it was a popular destination for Scottish immigrants to settle back in the 19th century....

Challenged by an expert who said it couldn’t be done, Joshua Slocum, a fearless New England sea captain, set out in April 1895 to prove that a man could sail alone around the world....

Sam Manicom left his job, sold his house and his belongings, aiming to ride a motorbike the length of Africa. He'd been riding a motorcycle for just 3 months by the time he made it to the Sahara. But once the travel bug bit, he couldn't stop.

In Leading on the Edge, successful business speaker and consultant Rachael Robertson shares the lessons she learned as leader of a year-long expedition to the wilds of Antarctica....

In The Art of Bleisure, Emma reveals her secrets: how she makes money from diverse sources, trades travel for skills, saves money while traveling and works in every location, spinning out her travel time as far as it can go.

Shortlisted for the British Book Awards, Richard and Judy Best Read of the Year, 2008.
A Richard and Judy Book Club selection.
When Daily Telegraph correspondent Tim Butcher recreated H. M. Stanley's famous African expedition in 2000, he quickly became obsessed....

A classic of travel writing, A Short Walk in the Hindu Kush is Eric Newby’s iconic account of his journey through one of the most remote and beautiful wildernesses on earth....

For 10 years, Louis Theroux has been making programmes about off-beat characters on the fringes of US society....

In Wellness in Motion, functional wellness guide and retreat leader Zoa Conner, PhD, shares a new vision for midlife vitality—one rooted in sustainability, embodiment, and the intelligence of your own body. Blending science, nature-based wisdom, and decades of experience, Zoa helps you reconnect with yourself through intentional travel, nourishing rituals, and rhythms that actually work in real life.

In the summer of 2020 sportswriter David Walsh asked Pippa York if she’d be interested to be his travelling companion for the Tour de France. The deal was that he would sort out the logistics beforehand, the hotels, the transport details and she would do the day to day tasks of getting them about and adding her insight occasionally. It would also mean she would return to the race she had ridden eleven times as Robert Millar. This is the resulting book: a unique and entertaining sporting odyssey, The Escape uses the minutiae of Pippa and David’s trip.

In a small market town in the northeast of England in 1825, something momentous happened: ticket-bearing human beings started moving along wrought-iron tracks on a contraption with engine-powered wheels. The contraption was called a 'train'. What happened in Darlington, along a 26-mile line to Stockton, would kickstart the worldwide railway revolution.

10代の頃からミュージシャンを生業としてきた古舘佑太郎は、32歳でバンドを解散。自分自身も未来も見えなくなるなか、先輩のサカナクション・山口一郎に「カトマンズに行け！」と命じられる。

ひとり旅を経験せずして、人生を終えてはいけない。ひとり旅歴40年の著者が、えりすぐりの場所、一生使える旅の知恵を初披露。

Styrkar the Dane emerges from the blood-soaked fields of Senlac Hill, wounded, furious, and filled with purpose. Driven by loyalty and wrath, he becomes a hunted outlaw, a ghost in the woods, feared as the Red Wolf. Styrkar will carve his vengeance into the flesh of his enemies, or fall like the rest of his shield-brothers.

John Muir goes on an unforgettable journey to the wild, untamed coasts of Alaska and the Arctic aboard the ship Corwin. With a heart full of wonder and eyes wide open to nature’s beauty, Muir captures the awe of towering glaciers, the songs of seabirds, and the wisdom of native cultures.

Whether you’re planning a dark tourism pilgrimage or just indulging your morbid curiosity from the safety of your couch, The Serial Killer Travel Guide Across America will take you closer to the truth—and the horror—than you ever thought possible.

If you want to learn about the history & culture, tourist attractions, entertainment, food scene, and events in Columbus, Ohio, then check out HowExpert Guide to Columbus, Ohio. Are you looking for a new city to add to your travel bucket list? Make it Columbus, Ohio – the city that has recently emerged as a hub for business, art, and innovation. With a range of things to do, an impressive culinary scene, and one of the top universities in the country, Columbus is constantly on the come up, and you won’t want to miss out on witnessing the capital of the Buckeye State continue to flourish.

Legend has it that when Caesar’s general arrived on Portuguese soil in the first century CE, he claimed to have discovered a country blessed with a mild climate and a beautiful coastline, but whose inhabitants were ungoverned and ungovernable. Today, the Portuguese are still impulsive, set in their ways, and resistant to change, yet they are ever charming, romantic, and nostalgic, with an unshakable loyalty toward family and friends.

In The Rhythm of Everything, Bonnie Truax blends scientific discovery, personal travel stories, and reflections on faith to explore the interwoven patterns of life. Drawing from her adventures across every continent, she reveals how nature’s design mirrors a greater truth—one that speaks to both the scientific mind and the seeking soul.

The book dives into landscapes and lives, some of which we are about to lose. It’s about more than our changing climate; the Arctic was once a shared space among different peoples, until the region was swept in a storm of global politics.

For most guests at a Disney theme park, it's enough to know when the park opens, where the rides are, and how long it'll take to get on those rides. But that's not you, is it? You're not a low-information guest. You know that a Disney attraction doesn't just pop up in a park one day, no questions asked. There's a method to the magic, a plan for making all that pixie dust happen, a high-stakes, high-thrills narrative available—once upon a time—to insiders only. Now it's demystified for one and all.

Belgium has somehow acquired the reputation of being Europe's most boring country―a reputation that is entirely undeserved. But perhaps this bland image is a smokescreen, the conventional exterior hiding a subversive sense of humor, a surreal imagination, and a deep-rooted disdain for authority. Or perhaps it is a camouflage, a way in which Belgium, still overrun―however peacefully―by foreigners, can keep a few of its secrets to itself.

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Algeria. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the ‘Greater Than a Tourist’ series, this book will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination. This guide book will not tell you exact addresses or store hours but instead gives you knowledge that you may not find in other smaller print travel books. Experience cultural, culinary delights, and attractions with the guidance of a Local.

In an era where love stories are filtered through dating apps, Charting Love: Sarah and Ed’s Nautical Journey offers something more valuable: unvarnished truth. This isn’t a typical romance filled with candlelit dinners and weekend getaways. It’s a genuine chronicle of Ed and Sarah’s relationship as they navigate both literal and emotional waters aboard their vessel—far from the safety nets of modern life.

When a dream trip to perform Celtic music in the UK falls apart due to betrayal, S. Fraser Hale and his teenage grandson, Dan Arsenault, are left with non-refundable plane tickets and a tough choice. Instead of giving up, they embark on a hastily arranged guided bus tour of Scotland, turning disaster into an unexpected adventure. Scotland for the Brave is Hale's candid travel journal, documenting their journey through England and Scotland in 2003. This journal captures the realities of their whirlwind tour from crowded buses and expensive meals to the landscapes and historical sites.

Covering everything from selecting the right gear and choosing the perfect site, to mastering essential outdoor skills and ensuring safety and environmental responsibility, this guide helps you navigate through every step of your camping journey. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to refine your outdoor adventures, The Complete Camping Guide ensures that your next trip will be both enjoyable and stress-free. Get ready to embark on a journey from planning headaches to pure outdoor bliss.

In Driving Lessons, Christopher B. Strain sets out on a quintessential American road trip, exploring not just the roads and byways of the country but the road trip's place in American culture. Strain dives into the well of American travel writing, illuminating fascinating aspects of the road trip, such as how race, class, and gender shape the experiences of road trippers.

National Park Campfire Stories by VentureNest Books invites listeners to immerse themselves in a captivating collection of tales and legends from America's national parks. Set against the backdrop of majestic landscapes and under star-filled skies, this book offers a rich tapestry of narratives steeped in adventure, mystery, and the natural wonders of the wilderness. Listeners will discover mesmerizing stories that span from the enigmatic glows of Yosemite to the chilling echoes of Acadia.

Cruise Control is your all-in-one guide to the magic, mystery, and marvels of life at sea. Whether you're a first-timer wondering what to pack or a repeat cruiser looking to uncover new tricks, this easy-to-follow guide reveals ten essential secrets for making the most of every moment aboard. From the moment you choose your ship to the final farewell at the port, Cruise Control walks you through every stage of your journey with friendly, practical advice. Learn how to choose the ship that matches your travel style—whether you're after family fun, romantic luxury, or cultural discovery.

Eat like a Local: Branson, Missouri by author Dawn M. Stevens offers the inside scoop on food in place. 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. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Eat like a Local series, this book will give you a food guide from someone who has lived at your next culinary destination.

This is the true story of a journey with real people, real places, and the adventures that inevitably follow. Katherine and Andrés leave lucrative jobs and a stable life to accomplish his dream of sailing the world. She worries what awaits them beyond the horizon: Failure? Pirates? Poverty? Will they make it to the South Pacific, and will they survive the voyage? (Better yet, will their marriage?)

When Amanda K. Jaros learns about the 2,160-mile Appalachian Trail after college, she walks away from a sheltered life dominated by an angry and volatile father and does something unexpected: spends six months backpacking. Alone. She expects to pass the time in the solitary and peaceful wilderness, reflecting on her life's direction. Instead, she finds herself part of a community ripe with stinky socks, buckets of ice cream, and trail magic. What matters on the trail is not a hiker's past or parents, her fears or failures, but rather, what matters is the connections we make with each other.

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're looking for a new and exciting way to explore Sri Lanka, then you'll want to check out Eat Like A Local - Ella Sri Lanka Food Guide. This guidebook by local author, L.H.L Lilantha, will show you how to eat like a local in Sri Lanka. 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.