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Lonely Planet the Vanlife Companion by Ed BartlettPractical and inspiring, an introduction to the global #vanlife phenomenon showing readers how to choose and customize the perfect van as well as how to have the best road trips ever around the world. Twenty classic campervan routes are featured.
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Wine trails : Australia & New Zealand : plan 40 perfect weekends in wine country by Bob CampbellIntroduces vineyards in regions including the Clare Valley, Margaret River, Hawkes Bay, Tamar Valley and Marlborough, as well as celebrating secret gems off the beaten path. There are detailed itineraries recommending the most interesting wineries, the best places to stay and where to eat in 40 wine regions near major cities. Winemakers offer personal insights into what wines to taste and why they’re special.
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Atlas of the Unexpected : Haphazard Discoveries, Chance Places and Unimaginable Destinations by Travis ElboroughFrom the fortuitous discovery of the Dead Sea scrolls by a stray goat, to the wonderfully bizarre beginnings that led to the aptly named Just Enough Room Island and even the royal romance that led shipwrecked lovers to discover Madeira, Travis Elborough takes you on a voyage to some of the world’s most wondrous, improbable and; most of all, unexpected of places.
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The Prague Book : Highlights of a Fascinating City by Robert FischerThe Prague Book journeys through the places and history of the Czech capital, with informative writing and superb colour photographs, including gatefold panoramic views. This stunning portrait brings this captivating city's bringing past and present to life with special features and interesting facts.
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The World's Greatest Places : The Most Amazing Travel Destinations on Earth by Sylvia GouldingWith over 2,000 photographs, this coffee table book explores the most fascinating travel destinations on Earth, as part of a pictorial round-the-world adventure. This trailblazing tour takes in ancient capitals of Europe, the awe-inspiring Amazon rainforest, the natural wonders of Africa, volcanic mountains in Iceland, fast expanding cities of East Asia, the imposing monuments of the Middle East and much more.
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Running free : the autobiography by Robin Knox-JohnstonSir Robin Knox-Johnston became the first man ever to complete a single-handed, non-stop circumnavigation of the world. Now, 50 years on from that famous voyage, he reveals the true, extraordinary story of his life. He set sail in his boat Suhaili in the Sunday Times Golden Globe Race and this remarkable voyage, where he was the only person to finish the race, is vividly bought to life. Knox-Johnston's insatiable appetite for life and adventure shines through these pages, making this book a must for all sailing enthusiasts.
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| Rediscovering Travel: A Guide for the Globally Curious by Seth KugelTravel writer Seth Kugel encourages travelers to stop relying too heavily on technology and the travel industry and embrace discovery; he also shares amusing stories of memorable moments and misadventures of his own as well as offering budgeting tips, calculating travel risks, and exploring why we travel. |
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Following in the footsteps of great explorers such as Lawrence of Arabia and Wilfred Thesiger, this is Levison Wood's account of his most complex expedition yet: circumnavigating the Arabian Peninsula. Travelling through some of the harshest and most beautiful environments on earth, he seeks to challenge our perceptions of an often misunderstood part of the world, seeing how the region has changed and examining the stories we don't often hear about in the media.
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The best moment of your life : 100 life-changing travel experiences by Lonely Planet PublicationsDiscover 100 life-changing travel experiences. Familiar faces from the world of travel, plus Lonely Planet writers, share their most remarkable, poignant and memorable experiences from the road; moments that changed them as individuals and reshaped their perspective on the world. Destinations include Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park in Utah, Cape Town, Gir National Park in India, the Western Wall in Jerusalem, Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, the Trans-Siberian Railway, Antarctica, Samburu National Reserve in Kenya, Samye Monastery in Tibet and Madagascan forests.
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Lonely Planet Best in Travel 2019 by Lonely Planet Global Limited 10 countries, 10 regions and 10 cities that travellers must visit in the year ahead. Each destination is chosen for its topicality, unique experiences and 'wow' factor. This includes the world's best-value destinations, the most exciting family adventures, and the most incredible places to stay.
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The Cotswolds Town and Village Guide : The Definitive Guide to Places of Interest in the Cotswolds by Peter TitchmarshA glance at the maps contained in this book will soon reveal that the area covered extends well beyond the classic Cotswolds, but it never strays far from true limestone country with its typically lovely stone towns and villages. Stow on the Wold, Cirencester, Bourton-on-the-Water and Broadway and some of the loveliest medieval churches and domestic buildings are included.
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The French way : trekking the 40-day El Camino de Santiago by Lorraine ThomsonAn epic story of Lorraine Thomson's solo 800km trek from St Pied de Port in France, over the relentless Pyrenees, across Spain and to the ancient burial place of St James – Santiago de Compostela. There is drama, challenge and exaltation throughout the 40-days traversing varying terrain, altitudes and weather conditions. The journey was physical, mental, historic, religious, geographical, spiritual and social – all uniquely combined and demonstrates what time away from city life can do for your inner self and for setting life strategies.
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Focus on: Entertaining Essays
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| White Sands: Experiences from the Outside World by Geoff DyerAn elegant small volume of travel essays that asks big questions, such as: Who are we? Why are we here? Why do we travel? Author Geoff Dyer journeys to disparate locales, including Beijing to visit the Forbidden City, Tahiti to learn about the French artist Gauguin, Norway for the Northern Lights, New Mexico to see the land art installation "The Lightning Field," and Los Angeles to visit philosopher Theodor Adorno's former home. |
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| Uganda Be Kidding Me by Chelsea HandlerA collection of humorous essays by outspoken comedian and bestselling author Chelsea Handler, where she shares candid and sometimes ribald stories about her life, friends, flings, and travels - including to the Bahamas, Africa, Germany, and Switzerland. |
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| Here, There, Elsewhere: Stories from the Road by William Least Heat-MoonAcclaimed travel writer William Least Heat-Moon, who's known for his lyrical writing and cross-country trips across the U.S., travels the world in this collection of 30 essays written over 30 years.Locations include Japan, England, Wales, Italy, New Zealand. |
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