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"Atlas Obscura celebrates over 700 of the strangest and most curious places in the world. Here are natural wonders-- the dazzling glowworm caves in New Zealand, or a baobob tree in South Africa that's so large it has a pub inside where 15 people can drink comfortably. Architectural marvels, including the M.C. Escher-like stepwells in India. Mind-boggling events, like the Baby Jumping Festival in Spain, where men dressed as devils literally vault over...
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Every year thousands of people dream about strapping on a backpack and embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure through Europe, but they are often discouraged by the perceived cost and daunting idea of traveling abroad. "The Savvy Backpacker's Guide to Europe on a Budget" will help make those dreams a reality. This travel resource is the ideal guide for students, backpackers, flashpackers, and budget-minded travelers who want to reduce their travel...
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Here is the best the world has to offer: 1,000 places guaranteed to give travelers the shivers. From sacred ruins, to castles, to hidden islands and much more around the world, continent by continent. Each entry provides information on why it's essential to visit, addressses, websites, phone and fax numbers, and best times to visit.
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A brand new edition of the finalist for the 2008 Casey Award, presented annually to the best baseball book, "101 Baseball Places to See Before You Strike Out" profiles America s greatest baseball museums, shrines, sports bars, pop culture landmarks and ballpark sites. From sandlots and skyboxes to TV rooms and sports bars, America's love for baseball has inspired countless memories, discussions, and tributes. Josh Pahigian takes us across America...
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"How do some guests get on the big, new attraction in less than 20 minutes while others wait for longer than 2 hours--on the same day? Why do some guests pay full price for their visit when others can save hundreds of dollars? In a theme park, every minute and every dollar count. Your vacation is too important to be left to chance, so put the best-selling independent guide to Disneyland in your hands and take control of your trip"--
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"Fifty Places to Travel with Your Dog, the 18th book in the Fifty Places series, will explore all of the domestic and international ways dog owners can celebrate their love for man's best friend. From the dazzling glaciers of Alaska and the onsen's of Japan to the sun-soaked beaches of Portugal, this book takes you on a dog-approved journey of where to stay and how to travel with your beloved furry friend. Enjoy locations such as the ski trails of...
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"Take an unforgettable tour of this treasured southern region of France. Author Georgeanne Brennan uses her insider's view to take you on the getaway of a lifetime. With engaging text and gorgeous photos, she paints the perfect picture of the many gems of Provence. Beauty abounds as you travel through the sunny Côte d'Azur to the mountains of Haute Provence; to lavender, poppy and wheat fields; through bustling markets; to fisherman-filled harbors;...
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"Discover more than 150 unique attractions!.. Take a simple day trip, or string together a longer vacation of activities that appeal to you . Useful for singles, couples, and families--visitors and residents alike--this guide encompasses a wide range of interests."--Page 4 of cover.
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"Your all-in-one guide to Michigan's best outings! Discover hundreds of unique attractions! This comprehensive guide is jam-packed with Michigan's top spots for entertainment and enjoyment. Find the fun, the fascinating, and the downright unusual. Take a simple day trip, or string together a longer vacation of activities that appeal to you. Useful for singles, couples, and families -- visitors and residents alike -- this guide encompasses a wide range...
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Culture Smart! guides provide travelers with vital information about the values and attitudes of the people they will meet, and practical advice on how to make the most of their time abroad. Travelers to Poland in particular, a country in transition from its Communist past, need to be open-minded and well-informed.--
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Hoping to gain perspective by exploring women's history or touring a quirky museum? Dembling inspires you to hit the road with this guidebook of places you've never heard of! There are breezy reviews, insightful advice, and engaging anecdotes sure to set you on your way.
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Don't just see the sights- get to know the people.
The people who inhabit the diverse landscapes of this beautiful land are proud, friendly, hospitable, and hardworking, but to understand the culture in any depth, you need to know the complex historical divisions between the highlands and the coast, and the rigid class and racial discrimination that has dominated the country's history. This takes you beyond the usual descriptions of what to see and...
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"Don't just see the sights-get to know the people.Unsuspecting outsiders often assume that Canadians are just like their American neighbors, if perhaps a little more modest. However, there is much more to it than that. Canadian society is a complex mosaic of distinct cultural identities that vary from province to province, and with high levels of immigration, it is one of the most multicultural societies in the world. The country's unique development...
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For much of its history Cyprus was regarded as the Cinderella of empires-beautiful, abused, isolated. Today, the island is divided between the Greek-Cypriot south and the Turkish occupied north. However, both sides take pride in a shared "Cypriotness," and are united in their common hopes, pain, memories, music, excellent cuisine, rich history, and majestic landscape.
Culture Smart! Cyprus equips...
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Many tourists visit the Czech Republic knowing no more about it than that the beer is cheap and the women beautiful. That lack of knowledge has led to frustration among Czechs, most of whom are very well-informed about the world around them.
Culture Smart! Czech Republic informs you about the traditions, values, and attitudes of a remarkable people. It describes Czech life at home and in the workplace...
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