A guide to some of the world’s most fascinating places, as seen and experienced by writer, television host, and relentlessly curious traveler Anthony Bourdain Anthony Bourdain saw more of the world than nearly anyone. His travels took him from the hidden pockets of his hometown of New York to a tribal longhouse in Borneo, from cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, Paris, and Shanghai to Tanzania’s utter beauty and the stunning desert solitude of Oman’s Empty Quarter—and many places beyond. In World Travel, a life of experience is collected into an entertaining, practical, fun and frank travel guide that gives readers an introduction to some of his favorite places—in his own words. Featuring essential advice on how to get there, what to eat, where to stay and, in some cases, what to avoid, World Travel provides essential context that will help readers further appreciate the reasons why Bourdain found a place enchanting and memorable. Supplementing Bourdain’s words are a handful of essays by friends, colleagues, and family that tell even deeper stories about a place, including sardonic accounts of traveling with Bourdain by his brother, Christopher; a guide to Chicago’s best cheap eats by legendary music producer Steve Albini, and more. Additionally, each chapter includes illustrations by Wesley Allsbrook. For veteran travelers, armchair enthusiasts, and those in between, World Travel offers a chance to experience the world like Anthony Bourdain.
Everyone's Got a Traveller's Tale, but Travel Worlds tells them with a sting: African-American musicians head East for Kung-Fu kicks while paedophiles go for cheap sex pilgrimage; Western bible-bashers adopt missionary positions in India while heroic Saint George signs on as an Arab soldier in Britain; the scars of Partition mock the protocols of transit, while nomadic insurgents resist the Bangladeshi nation state with lyrical persuasion; Kula Shaker and Madonna trinketize the 'Orient' while dead tourists exchange values with travelling 'terrorists'; British Mirpuris and Black women travel back to the 'Old Country' and beyond in ways that are not quite as they seem; and ethnographers collide with tourists in the carousel of Goa's resorts. Including poetry and fiction alongside academic essays, this book refuses simplistic dichotomies of north/south and east/west and confronts head on existing conventions of writing about travel in post-colonial, literary and cultural studies.
Features some of the world's most transformative locales, from Norway's western fjords and Cambodia's Angkor Wat to Kyoto's Moss Garden and the urban surprises of Denver, Pittsburgh, and Vancouver.
This collection of 50 classic tales of travel and adventure from "National Geographic" magazine traces the growth of the National Geographic Society as it explored the unknown and brought it to readers eager for knowledge of "the world and all that is in it."
This annual bestseller ranks the hottest countries, regions and cities for 2020, and reveals how well-planned, sustainable travel can be a force for good. Drawing on the knowledge and passion of Lonely Planet's staff, authors and online community, we present a year's worth of inspiration to take you out of the ordinary and into the unforgettable.
Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher* Want to know how to wear a kilt, kiss a stranger, prevent a hangover, get out of a sinking car, eat a lobster, greet an alien, predict the weather, play croquet and much, much more? The Book of Everthing has it all. Open the book! Dive in! We guarantee you'll learn something new. And, equipped for a world of smart, safe and exciting travel, you can use your witty know-how to make friends wherever you go. Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet, Nigel Holmes. About Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, as well as an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places where they travel. TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards 2012 and 2013 winner in Favorite Travel Guide category 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia) *#1 in the world market share - source: Nielsen Bookscan. Australia, UK and USA. March 2012-January 2013 Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.
To all future globetrotters! Learn the secrets of traveling the world through this spoon-fed, all-you-can-eat collection of the best travel tips and hacks compiled by the world's most traveled man, Ian Boudreault. Commonly known by his blogger name “The Digital Globetrotter,” Ian has spent more than half of his life as a full-time digital nomad—almost 20 uninterrupted years on the road as a pioneer digital nomad. The young Canadian committed to sharing his most innovative travel tips learned on the road once he finished his international travels. He has now fulfilled his promise, revealing to the world his most sought-after travel secrets in this book. The author of the acclaimed book Globetrotter, Ian, shares with us The World’s Most Traveled Man’s Top 60 Travel Tips, a collection of the absolute best tricks to get anyone from zero to hero—from complete travel novice to full-blown digital nomad! These easy-to-follow hacks can help guide your travel decisions and counter-attack the untold schemes that try to squeeze as much money out of you as possible in the travel industry. Learning these travel tips from the world's most traveled man is sure to help future generations of hopeful travelers eager to jump aboard the ever-growing nomad community around the world. And as the pioneer digital nomad for two decades, Ian’s invaluable insight on the best methods to succeed as a full-time globetrotter will enlighten even those hesitant about the sustainability of a nomadic lifestyle. Bonus in this limited edition: build your own itinerary with my map guides! Includes seven in-depth destination analyses with maps comparing every country of the world on different aspects, including best digital nomad destinations, best food destinations, most historically rich destinations, most friendly nations, most beautiful regions in the world, and the most challenging countries to reach. An invaluable resource to start planning your next destinations right away!
Through this book, you can learn all that I know about visiting the world’s best cities, landmarks, and islands. From famous metropolises to little known wonders, my more than 17 years of travel experience are all outlined here for readers. Divided by continent for convenience, you can easily obtain the information you need on where to go, what to do, and how to do it through this travel guide. With fun facts and insider information, you can plan your travels armed with all the knowledge you need to make it the trip of a lifetime.Since the dawn of humankind, people have had a thirst for exploring lands beyond their horizons. These motivations led man to search, through land, sea, and air, for all the endless mysteries waiting beyond our borders. From the frigid tundras of the Arctic to the sunny beaches of South America and over rocky plains of North America, each continent and country bring with them something unique. With the world being more connected today than it has ever been, there are boundless opportunities to travel, explore and learn from the wide variety of fascinating, varied, and beautiful cultures that exist on this planet.My travels have taught me many lessons about life, myself, and the world around me. I’ve been blessed to visit more than 30 countries and see breathtaking sites, eat delicious cuisine, and meet amazing people on every trip. Not everything has been smooth sailing-from visa troubles to muggings, I’ve gone through just about every travel disaster a person can. But all this has given me valuable experience on how to become a savvy traveler and get the most out of every trip.Through this book, you can learn all that I know about visiting the world’s best cities, landmarks, and islands. From famous metropolises to little known wonders, my more than 17 years of travel experience are all outlined here for readers. Divided by continent for convenience, you can easily obtain the information you need on where to go, what to do, and how to do it through this travel guide. With fun facts and insider information, you can plan your travels armed with all the knowledge you need to make it the trip of a lifetime.It’s important to note that the recommendations presented in this book are based on my own experiences and can vary for you. Travel is a uniquely personal experience, and a person’s gender, physical capabilities, and many other factors can impact how they experience. But I would encourage everyone to keep an open mind and to take every opportunity they can to learn more about this big, beautiful world of ours.The names, maps, and information presented in this book are all accurate at the time of publishing.Outline:1.Introduction2.Asia:TokyoPokhara3.Europe:LondonSpainAmsterdam 4.South America:BoliviaChileArgentinaBrazilMedellínCusco5.North AmericaLos Angeles San FranciscoNew York 6.Africa:Tanzania 7.AcknowledgmentsAbout the author: Abdullah Almanna is a multilingual Certified Public Accountant, Traveler, and Author whose tenacity, work ethic, and compassionate nature have all earned him a reputation as a service-driven leader. He is also widely known for striking the perfect balance between work and leisure. While working at a “Big Four” accounting firm, he gets to travel extensively (he has been to over 30 countries so far). Furthermore, he launched multiple lucrative businesses like Tripese and continually invests in lifelong learning to ensure he is well-versed in the latest industry trends. During his time with Ernst & Young, he has even had the opportunity to go to Tanzania for the Kilimanjaro Summit while fundraising and conducting charity work.
* UPDATED 2019 EDITION *Planning a big trip abroad can be an overwhelming task, but this book makes it easy with in-depth advice that helps you properly plan, pack and prepare-so that you can travel anywhere with confidence. Whether you're going away for 3 weeks, 3 months or even a year, Travel the World Without Worries will act as your trusted guide and friend through the entire process.
