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At the start of 2005, 18 months after his wife Loretta lost her
battle with cancer, Ray Uzanas sold his house in Rhode Island and
began a journey of self discovery, renewal, and adventure. Ray's
was a 21st century odyssey where he not only came to accept his
past loss but also passionately and privately experienced the
challenges and joys of traveling around the lower 48 states. For
20,000 miles, over a period of nearly six months, Uzanas crossed
the country on its less traveled byways with little advance
planning, using only the logistics of the situation and his
interests to determine his route. Finding the elusive Venus fly
trap growing in the wild, sleeping in a tree hut in the forest of
Georgia, solo hiking within the barren White Sands of NM,
encountering a curious and hungry bear in Sequoia, talking
photography with a former Ansel Adams student in Mendocino, often
crossing the path of Lewis & Clark's 1803/05 expedition,
observing the predator/prey drama in Yellowstone's Lamar Valley,
meeting tribal elders of the Crow Indians in Montana, participating
in a Nebraska cattle auction, walking the Field of Dreams baseball
diamond - and much more - are part of his unforgettable odyssey.
His visits to such places as Wounded Knee, South Dakota, his
(strictly investigational) stop at a Nevada brothel, and
exploration of several dinosaur fossil beds provide insightful,
provocative perspectives. Uzanas takes the reader on a trip to both
the well-known and the off beat treasures of U.S. history and
culture, and he accomplishes this with unbridled curiosity and
enthusiasm. Ray's odyssey is a personal memoir and travelogue that
stimulates the reader's sense of adventure and learning. It will
beespecially inspirational to baby boomers, retirees, and young
people interested in independent travel, and it is one man's
attempt to cope with the loss of a loved one.
This practical travel guide to France features detailed factual
travel tips and points-of-interest structured lists of all iconic
must-see sights as well as some off-the-beaten-track treasures. Our
itinerary suggestions and expert author picks of things to see and
do will make it a perfect companion both, ahead of your trip and on
the ground. This France guide book is packed full of details on how
to get there and around, pre-departure information and top
time-saving tips, including a visual list of things not to miss.
Our colour-coded maps make France easier to navigate while you're
there. This guide book to France has been fully updated
post-COVID-19 and it comes with a free eBook. The Rough Guide to
FRANCE covers: Paris; The North; Champagne and the Ardennes; Alsace
and Lorraine; Normandy; Brittany; The Loire; Burgundy;
Poitou-Charentes and the Atlantic coast; The Limousin, Dordogne and
the Lot; The Pyrenees; Languedoc; The Massif Central; The Alps and
Franche-Comte; The Rhone valley; Provence; The CĂ´te d'Azur;
Corsica. Inside this France travel guide you'll find:
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected
for every kind of trip to France, from off-the-beaten-track
adventures in Béziers to family activities in child-friendly
places, like Provence or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist
areas, like Paris. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Essential pre-departure
information including France entry requirements, getting around,
health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor
activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette,
shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more.
TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES Includes carefully planned routes covering
the best of France, which give a taste of the richness and
diversity of the destination, and have been created for different
time frames or types of trip. DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE Clear
structure within each sightseeing chapter of this France travel
guide includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights
and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels,
bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options. INSIGHTS INTO
GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL Tips on how to beat the crowds, save
time and money and find the best local spots for sampling the very
best of French food, relaxing on fine sandy beaches and zipping
down the slopes in the Alps. HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS Rough
Guides' rundown of Brittany; Burgundy; The Pyrenees; The Dordogne's
best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip
to France, even in a short time. HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS
Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of
humour, honesty and expertise, this France guide book will help you
find the best places, matching different needs. BACKGROUND
INFORMATION Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter of this travel guide
to France features fascinating insights into France, with coverage
of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and
books, plus a handy language section and glossary. FABULOUS FULL
COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY Features inspirational colour photography,
including the stunning Carcassonne Castle and the spectacular Canal
du Midi. COLOUR-CODED MAPPING Practical full-colour maps, with
clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in the
Atlantic coast, The Limousin and many more locations in France,
reduce the need to go online. USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT With helpful
icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best
spots to spend your time. FREE EBOOK Free eBook download with every
purchase of this guide book to France allows you to access all of
the content from your phone or tablet, for on-the-road exploration.
Originally published in 1924. A practical handbook by a veteran
trapper with extensive experience in the wilds of Western Canad.
Contents Include: The Conquest of the Wilds - Outfitting the
Wilderness Trapper - Outfitting the Wilderness Trapper Continued -
Outfitting Continued - Getting Ready for the Fur Harvest - Trapping
the Fox - War on Wolves - Trapping the Beaver - How to Trap the
Lynx - Trapping the Marten and Fisher - The Otter and the Wolverine
- The Bear Family - The Muskrat - Tracks and Tracking - Grading and
Caring For Fur - Caring for the Trapper's Equipment. Illustrated
with photos and drawings. Many of the earliest books, particularly
those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce
and increasingly expensive. Home Farm Books are republishing these
classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using
the original text and artwork.
This pocket-sized travel guide to Naples & the Amalfi Coast is
a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering what to do,
what to see and how to get around the destination. It covers top
attractions like Campi Flegrei, The Blue Grotto, Pompeii's Villas,
the Museo Nazionale di Capodimonte, Piazza del Plebiscito as well
as hidden gems, including Piazza San Domenico Maggiore and Castello
Aragonese. Our Naples & the Amalfi Coast guide book will save
you time and enhance your exploration of this fascinating region.
This Naples & the Amalfi Coast travel guide has been fully
updated post-COVID-19. This Mini Rough Guide to NAPLES & THE
AMALFI COAST covers: Naples, Campi Flegrei, Vesuvius, Herculaneum,
Pompeii, Capri, Ischia and Procida, Sorrento and its Peninsula, the
Amalfi Coast, Paestum. In this guide book to Naples & the
Amalfi Coast you will find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF
TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Naples
& the Amalfi Coast, from cultural explorations in Herculaneum
to family activities in child-friendly places, like Positano or
chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Villa Cimbrone in
Ravello. TOP TEN ATTRACTIONS This Naples & the Amalfi Coast
travel guide covers the destination's top ten attractions not to
miss, including The Blue Grotto, Naples' Archaeological Museum,
Pompeii's Villas, the Museo Nazionale di Capodimonte, Naples' Duomo
and a Perfect Day itinerary suggestions. COMPACT FORMAT Compact,
concise, and packed with essential information, with a sharp design
and colour-coded sections, this guide book to Naples & the
Amalfi Coast is the perfect on-the-move companion when you're
exploring Sorrento. HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS Includes an
insightful overview of landscape, history and culture of Naples
& the Amalfi Coast. WHAT TO DO Detailed description of
entertainment, shopping, nightlife, festivals and events, and
children's activities. PRACTICAL MAPS Handy colour maps on the
inside cover flaps of this travel guide to Naples & the Amalfi
Coast will help you find your way around. PRACTICAL TRAVEL
INFORMATION Practical information on eating out, including a handy
glossary and detailed restaurant listings, as well as a
comprehensive A-Z of travel tips on everything from getting around
to health and tourist information. STRIKING PICTURES Inspirational
colour photography throughout. FREE EBOOK Free eBook download with
every purchase of this Naples & the Amalfi Coast guide book to
access all content from your phone or tablet for on-the-road
exploration.
This is an interesting read for the traveller and car enthusiast. A
true account set in 1957 when Europe was still recovering from the
effects of World War Two. Two rather naive young lads who, without
any idea of where they were going, decided to take their 1928
Austin-7 bone-shaker, for an ill prepared continental tour (their
first trip abroad) with almost catastrophic results. They were
challenged with at least one breakdown everyday, some of which were
very serious. Discover how they coped despite language
difficulties, with a lot of luck, initiative, determination, and
how they benefited from the good nature of the people they met
along the way.
Lonely Planet's Pocket Bangkok is your passport to the most
relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what
hidden discoveries await you. Temple-hop in the cool of the
morning, shop for anything and everything at Chatuchak Weekend
Market, and soothe aching muscles with a traditional massage; all
with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Bangkok and
begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Pocket Bangkok:
Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before
publication to ensure they are still open after 2020’s COVID-19
outbreak Full-colour maps and images throughout Highlights and
itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and
interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a
local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your
fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit
tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping,
sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks
miss User-friendly layout with helpful icons, an(more...)
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