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Timbuktu: the African city known to legend as a land of scholars, splendor and mystery, a golden age in the Sahara Desert. But to many it is a vaguely recognizable name – a flippant tag for "the most remote place on earth." With this fabled city as his goal, author Rick Antonson began a month-long trek. His initial plan? To get a haircut.
Aided by an adventuresome spirit, Rick endures a forty-five hour train ride, a swindling travel agent,...
Aided by an adventuresome spirit, Rick endures a forty-five hour train ride, a swindling travel agent,...
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Mark Twain toured the British Empire in 1895, during which time he began concocting a travelogue about the experience that was published in 1897. Twain's narrative spans the globe, from Australia to Hawaii. Full of tall-tales and real-life criticisms of imperialist arrogance, "Following the Equator: A Journey Around the World" is written with Twain's characteristic wit and enthusiasm for a good, entertaining story.
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"An edge-of-your-seat reading experience, kept especially engaging by [Kent's] warm personality, sense of humor, and keen behind-the-scenes-of-building-a-business stories." -Parade
In this breathtaking travel memoir and adventure guide, the legendary founder of the world's premier luxury travel company, Abercrombie & Kent, takes readers on a whirlwind tour around the globe, sharing his best-kept secrets and the story of his success and his life.
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Parce que pour connaître les peuples, il faut d'abord les comprendre
Le Rwanda est un mystère. Il y a vingt ans, en avril 1994, un effroyable génocide s'y déroulait, révélant au monde l'envers d'une colonisation manipulatrice, o tout fut mis en oeuvre pour faire s'affronter les Hutus et les Tutsis. Changement de décor complet aujourd'hui : le pays-martyr affiche sa prospérité et se rêve en plaque tournante de l'Afrique de l'Est. Le Front...
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Planning a trip to South Africa? Looking for great adventure weekends during your stay? This is the book for you - written by Sunday Times journalists - featuring mountain biking, bungee jumping, hiking, climbing, horse riding, kayaking and many more adventure activities.
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In the days before air travel, journeys to foreign lands were rather difficult undertakings that were usually reserved for the most stalwart of travelers. This is a major reason why the popularity of the travel writing genre skyrocketed in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Stephen Graham was one of the most revered British travel writers during this period, and the essays and short works collected in A Tramp's Sketches represent an...
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First published in 1899, this volume contains the English translation of the memoirs of Sidi Ali Reis, a Turkish admiral who travelled in India, Afghanistan, Central Asia, and Persia during the 1550s. These fascinating notes of his experiences provide the reader with an authentic glimpse into 16tt-century life in Asia and the Middle East, and are not to be missed by those with an interest in the subject. Contents include: "The Beginning of the Story",...
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Lonely Planet Africa is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wander the cobbled streets and graceful pracas rimmed by once grand churches and stately colonial-era buildings, against a backdrop of turquoise seas, on the Unesco-listed Mozambique Island; drink your way around whitewashed Cape Dutch architecture and the endlessly photogenic hills and vines of South Africa's...
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Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Botswana & Namibia is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Spot jackals and black rhinos in Etosha National Park, explore the German colonial town of Luederitz; or marvel at mighty Victoria Falls; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Botswana & Namibia and begin your journey...
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For over 25 years Bradt's Zambia Safari Guide has been widely acknowledged as the best guidebook to this African country, and it is now the only dedicated guide to Zambia's world-renowned safari destinations. Combining in-depth reviews of lodges, camps and other accommodation (from a stately home to a contemporary woven treehouse), detailed descriptions of safari locations and operators, extensive practical details, local insights, a brand new 48-page...
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Extrait : "Sur une cte basse o la mer d'entre les Syrtes jette en tumulte ses vagues prolongées, –difficilement blanche au-dessus du sable rouge, par-devant un fond de palmiers drus qui ne paraissent verts que de plus près, Trâbles-el-Gharb, élégante par ses huit minarets à chapeau vert, massive par son château turc et ses murailles vieilles bâties dans l'eau, à la fois engageante par les eaux calmées de sa petite rade, et redoutable...
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Whether you want to follow the Great Migration in Kenya and Tanzania, explore Botswana's Okavango Delta, or experience Victoria Falls, the local Fodor's travel experts in Africa are here to help! Fodor's The Complete Guide to Africa Safaris guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully redesigned with...
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Immersion au coeur de la culture malgache pour mieux la comprendre et l'apprécier.
Voici un livre-métis, de réfl exion pour comprendre, et de conseils pour (bien) se comporter. Métis encore avec des histoires, toutes vraies, pour illustrer cet essai de compréhension interculturelle franco-malgache. La force des traditions, le poids des ancêtres, la pression familiale, le statut social, modèlent le Malgache de toutes conditions, de tout milieu...
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Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Southern Africa is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Clamber up the world's oldest sand dunes in Sossusvlei, step back in time on Mozambique Island, or enjoy world-class wildlife-watching in Etosha National Park; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Southern Africa and begin...
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Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Zambia, Mozambique & Malawi is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Visit the largest waterfalls on earth at Victoria Falls, canoe past swimming elephants in Lower Zambezi, or hike the dramatic scenery of Mt Mulanje; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Zambia, Mozambique &...
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Extrait: "Alger est une ville que l'on quitte avec regret. En dehors de tout intérêt, de toute attache familière, certains lieux exercent sur nous un charme que l'on ne peut définir, et dont on ne comprend la force qu'en les quittant. Si le plaisir ou le devoir nous appelle ailleurs, nous nous sentons en partant comme retenus par d'invisibles liens que nous ne pouvons briser sans une secrète douleur..."
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What do you need to know about moving abroad? More specifically, what do you need to know about moving to Africa? So, You Want to Move to Ghana is not your typical guidebook that simply walks you through the basics of living the expatriate lifestyle (i.e. visa applications or embassy locations).
Hannah P. Yacob takes the reader on a personal journey of relocating from the West-to-West Africa. Matching experience with lessons learned, challenges,...
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"Discovering Angola: A Comprehensive Travel Guide" invites readers on an immersive journey through the vibrant landscapes, rich history, and diverse cultures of this compelling African nation. From the bustling streets of Luanda to the untamed wilderness of national parks, this guide provides a detailed exploration of Angola's multifaceted tapestry.The book begins with a captivating glimpse into Angola's history, tracing its evolution from pre-colonial...
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Embark on an extraordinary journey through the heart of West Africa with "Exploring Ghana: A Comprehensive Travel Guide." This meticulously crafted guidebook is your passport to an enchanting odyssey, unraveling the diverse landscapes, rich cultural tapestry, and warm hospitality that define Ghana.From the vibrant markets of Accra to the historical forts of Cape Coast, this guide is a gateway to the soul of Ghana. Immerse yourself in the rhythm of...
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