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POSTED 1 AUGUST 2001
"The Da Capo Jazz and Blues Lover's Guide to the United States"
Christiane Bird
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Calling all jazz and blues lovers (and that includes those recent
Ken Burns-inspired fans): this book is for you. With this volume, a
trove of historical information and fully updated guide to the
contemporary jazz and blues scene in 25 U.S. cities and the
Mississippi Delta, you can tour the landmarks and visit the legends
without even having to leave home (although it's clearly a lot more
fun to go).
"Western Mexico: A Traveller's Treasury (3rd Edition)"
Tony Burton
Our price: $15.95
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"A Traveller's Treasury" is an apt subtitle for this guidebook to
the Western Mexico that lies beyond tourist cities like Puerto
Vallarta and Guadalajara. Burton has good credentials--a geographer
who's lived in Mexico for 17 years, he's done a lot of back-road
traveling in search of hidden Mexico. He's also fond of history,
geology, archeology, and ecology, so each of the places covered in
this personal and idiosyncratic collection of favorites is
exceedingly well-described.
"The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World 2001 (Unofficial Guide to
Walt Disney World, 2001)"
Bob Sehlinger
Our price: $13.59 | You save: $3.40
...more info here.
While Walt Disney World stands for fun, fun, fun, let's face it--it
comes at a hefty cost: long waits, huge crowds, and high prices.
"When it comes to Walt Disney World," writes Sehlinger, "you either
need a plan or a frontal lobotomy." As the huge complex of theme
parks has grown to roughly the size of Boston, so has this guide,
from less than 200 pages to over 700. While that may seem
formidable, every one is chock-full of invaluable information for
making the most of your time and money, with the least amount of
hassle. Sehlinger is an excellent guide--witty and readable, and he
and his research crew have done a commendable job figuring out the
most efficient and economical ways to spend your time at Walt Disney
World.
"Frommers Exploring America by RV, 1st Edition"
Shirley Slater
Our price: $13.59 | You save: $3.40
...more info here.
Award-winning travel writers Shirley Slater and Harry Basch had
tried just about every mode of transportation known to humans in
their travels through 186 countries, but it wasn't until they rode
in an RV in 1991 that they found their passion. In the decade that
followed they racked up 120,000 miles, avoided freeways whenever
possible, and focused on discovering the offbeat and the best of the
United States, Canada, and Mexico. While "Exploring America by RV"
is aimed particularly at novices--with detailed advice on buying and
renting RVs as well as tips and hints on such things as what to look
for in campsites, the miracle of bubble wrap, and "how to give
backing-up directions without destroying your marriage"--it also
outlines 10 excursions through the U.S., Canada, and Baja with
enough unusual stops along the way that the book is a veritable gold
mine.
"World Stompers: A Global Travel Manifesto"
Brad Olsen
Our price: $17.95
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Brad Olsen has four recommendations for today's college graduates:
work abroad, study abroad, volunteer abroad, travel abroad. Olsen
took his own three-year, self-financed, solo journey to 28 countries
on 5 continents after his graduation from business school, and
"World Stompers," now in its fifth incarnation, is his travel
manifesto for other intrepid young people willing to travel for
extended periods on the cheap.
VISIT OUR FROMMER'S TRAVEL STORE
You'll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with
Frommer's. Their expert authors have already gone everywhere you
might go--they've done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid
to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. For up-to-date
travel guides with dozens of color maps, visit our Frommer's Travel
Store.
...more info here.
Save big with travel guides from the Frommer's Store:
* "Frommer's France's Best Bed & Breakfasts and Country Inns"
...more info here.
* "Frommer's Paris from $80.00 a Day 2001"
...more info here.
* "Frommer's 2001 London $85.00 a Day"
...more info here.
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ADVENTURER'S 10 GREATEST
Here they are. The 10 greatest adventure travel books of all time,
as selected by National Geographic Adventurer's esteemed panel of
judges.
1. "The Worst Journey in the World" by Apsley Cherry-Garrard (1922)
...more info here.
2. "The Journals of Lewis and Clark" by Meriwether Lewis and William
Clark (1814)
...more info here.
3. "Wind, Sand and Stars" by Antoine de Saint-Exupery (1940)
...more info here.
4. "The Exploration of the Colorado River and its Canyons" by John
Wesley Powell (1895)
...more info here.
5. "Arabian Sands" by Wilfred Thesiger (1959)
...more info here.
6. "Annapurna, First Conquest of an 8000-Meter Peak" by Maurice Herzog
(1952)
...more info here.
7. "Desert Solitaire" by Edward Abbey (1968)
...more info here.
8. "West with the Night" by Beryl Markham (1942)
...more info here.
9. "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer (1997)
...more info here.
10. "Travels" by Marco Polo (1298)
...more info here.
OUR TOP SELLERS
* "The Travel Detective: How to Get the Best Service and the Best
Deals from Airlines, Hotels, Cruise Ships, and Car Rental Agencies"
by Peter Greenberg
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* "French Lessons: Adventures with Knife, Fork, and Corkscrew" by
Peter Mayle
...more info here.
* "A Fortune-Teller Told Me: Earthbound Travels in the Far East" by
Tiziano Terzani
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See more top sellers
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SALE TABLE FOR TRAVELERS
Great deals on travel books. Visit the sale.
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POSTED 17 JULY 2001
"Stuck at the Airport: A Traveler's Survival Guide"
Harriet Baskas
Our price: $10.40 | You save: $2.60
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Your flight at Pittsburgh International Airport has been delayed
for hours. You've been to the food court (twice) and you've just
bought another magazine. Wouldn't it have been nice if you'd known
that there was an in-airport health club with aerobic machines and a
sauna? Well, if you had a copy of the aptly named Stuck at the
Airport, Harriet Baskas's compilation of unexpected attractions and
services at 54 airports around the world, you would. Arranged
alphabetically, each entry lists dining, shopping, and sightseeing
options, as well as the best spots to nap, freshen up, and plug in
your laptop. While some of the information is basic, most of it is
surprisingly informative.
"Mi Moto Fidel: Motorcycling Through Castro's Cuba"
Christopher P. Baker
Our price: $26.00
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"Mi Moto Fidel should be in the briefcase of every man in midlife.
The erotically charged adventure through the forbidden island by a
man on a motorcycle in his 40s is a fantastic fantasy realized. With
its edgy candor, it captures a whole receding time and place with
prickly cinematic takes, and makes a map of a hidden world, and of
the anima of its soul." --Richard Bangs, author of "The Lost River"
"Cooking in Paradise: Culinary Vacations Around the World"
Joel Naftali
Our price: $12.76 | You save: $3.19
...more info here.
Have you heard about cooking vacation programs? For this incredibly
insightful book Joel and Lee Naftali researched over 150 of them
from locations in France, Italy, Asia, Mexico, Austria, Brazil,
Greece, Ireland, Morocco, Spain, and Turkey. You'll find contact,
cost, and accommodation information, a full description and feedback
from former students for each cooking course, as well as ideas to
entertain family and traveling companions while the cook studies.
The inclusion of recipes from programs described in the book is a
feature we're enjoying.
VISIT OUR DK EYEWITNESS TRAVEL GUIDES STORE
Make the most of your travel experience by having the best possible
guides. Explore the wide selection of beautiful Eyewitness Travel
Guides from Dorling Kindersley.
From the DK Eyewitness Travel Store: For Travelers of Italy
* "Eyewitness Travel Guides: Milan and the Lakes"
...more info here.
* "Eyewitness Travel Guides: Florence and Tuscany"
...more info here.
* "Hugo Language Course: Italian in Three Months (with cassettes)"
...more info here.
PETER GREENBERG, AMERICA'S TRAVEL DETECTIVE
"The Travel Detective: How to Get the Best Service and the Best Deals
from Airlines, Hotels, Cruise Ships, and Car Rental Agencies"
Peter Greenberg
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Because it seems that everyone who is talking travel these days is
either talking about his book or at least one of the issues
addressed in it, we asked Peter Greenberg to comment on his
bestseller.
"Five years ago, there was a seething undercurrent of anger among
most people who traveled. Today, times are different. It's no longer
seething and it's no longer an undercurrent: people are outright
angry about their travel experiences--but we still love to travel.
It's an interesting, and an often depressing, combination. I
specifically wrote The Travel Detective to address that frustration,
to deal with that anger. But I'm not doing anyone any good if I
simply present the problems we already know of (and have
experienced) if I don't also offer real-life, real-world, workable
solutions. And that's what The Travel Detective is all about: how to
beat the airlines, hotels, cruise lines, and rental car agencies at
their own game, playing by their rules. I have focused on the
process of travel, and in doing so, have found the ways to minimize
so much of the abuse associated with traveling today. And, in that
process, ways to save significant amounts of money. Many in the
travel industry are angry with this book, not because I'm wrong, but
because they don't like what I've said. As I continue to remind
them, I don't work for them, and as long as they continue to be
angry, I guess I must be doing something right." --Peter Greenberg
TRAVEL TOP SELLERS FOR JUNE
In the Thoughts of the Travel-Minded: Greenberg, Gigondas, Borneo,
and Balzac
* "The Travel Detective: How to Get the Best Service and the Best
Deals from Airlines, Hotels, Cruise Ships, and Car Rental Agencies"
by Peter Greenberg
...more info here.
* "French Lessons: Adventures with Knife, Fork and Corkscrew" by
Peter Mayle
...more info here.
* "All Elevations Unknown: An Adventure in the Heart of Borneo" by
Sam Lightner
...more info here.
* "The Flaneur: A Stroll Through the Paradoxes of Paris" by Edmund
White
...more info here.
See more top sellers
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BEACH DESTINATION: KAUAI, HAWAII
Travel to the Beaches of Kauai
Known as the Garden Island, Kauai is the oldest of the major
Hawaiian Islands. Unlike Maui or Waikiki, Kauai is wonderfully laid
back: perfect for a relaxing family vacation or a romantic getaway.
Here are a few of the better guides to travel in Kauai, from those
who know it best:
* "Kauai Underground Guide (Kauai Underground Guide, 16th Ed)"
...more info here.
* "Kauai Trailblazer: Where to Hike, Snorkel, Bike, Paddle, Surf"
...more info here.
* "The Ultimate Kauai Guidebook"
...more info here.
* "Kauai Trails: Walks, Strolls and Treks on the Garden Island"
...more info here.
* "Snorkel Kauai: Guide to the Underwater World of Hawaii"
...more info here.
See more guides to Kauai
...more info here.
ROAD TRIPPING
You Can Go Your Own Way
Whether by Austin-Healey or Harley-Davidson, road trips, when done
correctly, are the best kind of vacations. Forget about the
airlines; if you've flown coach lately, you know they've mentally
"checked out." For a better way to travel, arm yourself with any of
these fine guides and take it to the streets this summer.
See the selection
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SALE TABLE FOR TRAVELERS
Great deals on travel books. Visit the sale
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POSTED JUNE 6, 2001
"The Riches of Paris: A Shopping and Touring Guide"
Maribeth Clemente
Our price: $15.96 | You save: $3.99
...more info here.
Maribeth Clemente did much of her research for "The Riches of
Paris" while working as a shopping consultant in Paris and writing
her first book, "The Chic Shopper's Guide to Paris." She can help
you find the auctions, the flea markets, the antique shops, and the
wonderful tucked-away fashion boutiques of the Left Bank, Bastille,
and Republique better than just about anybody. In this window to all
that Paris has to offer the shopaholic are thorough descriptions of
each shop and its products, plus all the details you'd expect to
find--addresses, phone numbers, opening hours, Web sites, and price
ranges. She even gives you great tips on how to handle what will
surely be your biggest challenge: packing the suitcase.
"Tales of a Female Nomad: Living at Large in the World"
Rita Golden Gelman
Our price: $18.40 | You save: $4.60
...more info here.
When Rita Golden Gelman traveled to Mexico during a two-month
separation from her husband, she hoped to satisfy an old craving for
adventure and, in the process, rejuvenate herself and her marriage.
Little did she know it was the beginning of a new life, not just as
a divorcée, but as a nomad of the world. Since 1986, Gelman has
had no permanent address and no possessions except those she can
carry. She travels without a plan, guided by instinct, serendipitous
opportunities, and a remarkable ability to connect with people. At
first her family and friends accused her of running away, but Gelman
knew she had embarked on a journey of self-discovery and a way of
life that is inspiring and enviable. We know Gelman is not your
typical middle-aged housewife from L.A. when, on that first trip to
Mexico, she randomly...
"Departures and Arrivals"
Eric Newby
Our price: $18.36 | You save: $4.59
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Eric Newby got the travel bug from his parents, who would leave him
with a housekeeper for months at a time when they went off to market
their fashion "productions." But he took the habit farther afield
and for far longer than anyone could have imagined, and in the
process developed an audience devoted to his witty travel tales. Now
in his 80s, the venerable English travel writer still pedals a cycle
or bounces across a desert on a jeep whenever the opportunity
presents itself, for, as he notes, it might well not recur. In this
selection of short pieces, Newby focuses on his most enduring
memories of departures and arrivals, beginning with his regular
walks "up to the bend and back" with his mother in his childhood
village of Barnes, England. With abundant detail and his trademark
self-deprecating humor, he takes his readers on one of the last
journeys of the Orient Express...
TRAVEL BESTSELLERS
In the Hands of Travelers: Winetasting, Savings, and Italy
* "Napa Valley: The Ultimate Winery Guide Revised and Updated (3rd
Edition)" by Antonia Allegra, Richard Gillette, and Robert Mondavi
...more info here.
* "The Travel Detective: How to Get the Best Service and the Best
Deals from Airlines, Hotels, Cruise Ships, and Car Rental Agencies"
by Peter Greenberg
...more info here.
* "Eyewitness Travel Guides: Italy"
...more info here.
See more bestsellers
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BEACH DESTINATION OF THE MONTH: THE HAMPTONS, NEW YORK
"Great Destinations The Hamptons Book: A Complete Guide: With
Special Sections on the North Fork and Shelter Island (Hamptons
Book, 4th Ed)"
Suzi Forbes Chase
Our price: $15.16 | You save: $3.79
...more info here.
"The Hamptons: Life Behind the Hedges"
Susan Pear Meisel
Our price: $31.96 | You save: $7.99
...more info here.
"Georgica Pond"
Priscilla Rattazzi
Our price: $20.00 | You save: $5.00
...more info here.
ROAD TRIPPING
You Can Go Your Own Way
You've gotten the tune-up, the oil's been changed, the tires are
good to go, and she's sparkling clean. Now all you need is a plan.
What about road maps and a guidebook that will tell you how to find
the many groovy destinations off the beaten path? Fear not--we've
rounded up the latest road-trip guides and spiral-bound maps just
for you. The sun is shining; better not waste any time!
...more info here.
VISIT THE FODOR'S TRIP PLANNER
The Ultimate Vacation Resource
Whether you rely on the recognizable Gold Guides or prefer the
smaller, more portable Pocket Guide,Fodor's has an abundance of travel
resources. Before heading out on your next vacation, be sure to stock
up on all the right advice.
...more info here.
VISIT THE LET'S GO TRAVEL KIOSK
Calling All Student Travelers
Don't stress over your budget--killer adventure travel is entirely
possible with the help of a Let's Go travel guide. Each year, Let's
Go's student researchers cover the globe in search of the best and
most creative travel experiences for those who don't have a lot to
spend. Before you contact the airlines or a travel agency, do yourself
a favor by checking out the Let's Go Travel Kiosk for a complete
selection of Let's Go guidebooks. And don't miss this month's Let's Go
travel tips on exploring the Rocky Mountains!
...more info here.
USED BOOKS
Attention, budget-minded book fans. Discover all the used travel books
available at great prices by visiting Used Books: Travel &
Exploration. Great deals are added daily.
...more info here.
POSTED 16 MAY 2001
"Rommelmann's Los Angeles Bar and Nightlife Guide"
Nancy Rommelmann
Our price: $9.56 | You save: $2.39
...more info here.
Nancy Rommelmann, a frequent contributor to L.A. Weekly and Los
Angeles magazine, has written what is hands-down the coolest guide
to finding great evening entertainment in L.A. Each location is
categorized according to style--All Ages, Cabaret/Performance, Dive
Bars, Drag/Drag Shows, Gay/Lesbian, Good Looks, Historic, Model
Spotting, Neighborhood Spots, Smoking Permitted, Supper Club, 24
Hours, and more--and her consistently opinionated descriptions give
you a real sense of place. From the groovy pick-up scene at Kane
("Someplace where both Ray Eames and Superfly would hang out") to
the Mondrian Hotel's Sky Bar and its "hotel guests and other
beautiful and wealthy people only" door policy, Rommelmann takes you
past the velvet ropes, gives you the latest gossip on the
good-looking maitre d's, and tells you which table you should ask
for and what to order.
"Hidden Carolinas 4 Ed"
Stacy Ritz
Our price: $14.36 | You save: $3.59
...more info here.
"Hidden Carolinas, Fourth Edition," like all of the guides in the
Hidden series, is geared toward the adventure-loving adult traveler
who wants to experience locales that are popular with residents but
usually overlooked by visitors. Don't worry about missing out on the
major attractions (they're presented in detail, too), but count on
being steered toward tucked-away antique shops and art galleries in
Charleston, a beautiful and historic Roanoke Island country inn, a
charming old independent bookstore in Durham, a hike through the
Smoky Mountains' most revealing trails, and restaurants such as the
legendary Magnolia Inn in Pinehurst--a place that won't treat you
like a tourist. Seventeen black-and-white maps are included.
"French Lessons: Adventures With Knife, Fork, and Corkscrew"
Peter Mayle
Our price: $19.20 | You save: $4.80
...more info here.
Peter Mayle fans (remember "A Year in Provence?") will not want to
miss this collection of 13 mouthwatering essays that transport you
to many of France's tiny, out-of-the-way restaurants, starred
Michelin wonders, local village markets, annual festivals, and
blessed vineyards. This is Mayle at his very best. Dieters might be
best advised to stay away.
TRAVEL BESTSELLERS
Moving Fast
"Walking the Bible: A Journey by Land Through the Five Books of
Moses"
...more info here.
by Bruce Feiler
"The Travel Detective: How to Get the Best Service and the Best Deals
from Airlines, Hotels, Cruise Ships, and Car Rental Agencies"
...more info here.
by Peter Greenberg
"Roads: Driving America's Great Highways"
...more info here.
by Larry McMurtry
See more bestsellers
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LET'S GO TRAVEL KIOSK
The Hippest Travel Guides Around
It all began in 1960, when a few Harvard students wrote a 20-page
pamphlet on traveling to Europe. It was a hit and eventually became
the bestselling, 1,000-page "Let's Go Europe." Today, with guides to
51 destinations on six continents, that same inventive spirit still
thrives. Every year, 250 student researchers cover the globe to
completely revise the series. If you're an adventure lover bound by
a tight budget, let these guides show you how to have a blast abroad
without breaking the bank. Check out the store for the guide to your
next destination.
...more info here.
E-BOOKS FOR TRAVELERS
Convenience and Savings
If you're looking for a good travel guide or memoir and haven't
experienced the convenience and savings of e-books, you're in for a
real treat. Amazon.com's e-Books Store now has nearly 100 hot titles
for travelers. Stop by, peruse the ever-growing selection, and
experience for yourself what e-book fans are raving about.
...more info here.
KIDS AND SUMMER TRAVEL
Kids on Board! Summer Travel Essentials
Whether traveling by car, plane, or hoof this summer, kids have
boundless energy and must stay busy! We've put together a whole
store full of kid-friendly cameras, sticker books, field guides, fun
geography books, audiobooks, and more to make this summer vacation
the best yet.
...more info here.
MEMORIAL DAY
Relieve the Stress
It's a long stretch from December to May, and by now most of us are
in need of some serious decompression time. Put work on hold, reach
for the travel guide to your favorite long-weekend getaway, and
prepare yourself for a few days of pure pleasure.
...more info here.
Richard Olsen, editor
"Birthplace of the Winds: Storming Alaska's Islands of Fire and Ice"
Jon Bowermaster
...more info here.
Jon Bowermaster's personal account of a sea kayaking expedition through the beautiful and deadly waters surrounding Alaska's Aleutian Islands will place you in the kayak with him as he paddles through the area's dense fog, raging rip tides, and blistering winds, and takes time to discover the place's unforgettable natural beauty.
"Unexpected Light"
Jason Elliot
...more info here.
Passionate customer reviews of this engaging new travel memoir have been coming in quick and steady. "An extraordinary book that transcends the bounds of travelogue and gives us deep and personal insight into one of the world's most inaccessible regions," says Amazon.com customer Rick Wilson from Bainbridge Island, Washington.
"Practical Nomad Guide to the Online Travel Marketplace"
Edward Hasbrouck
...more info here.
If you're ready to take advantage of the convenience and money-saving deals offered by online travel services and want the real scoop on who provides the best service, this user-friendly new guide from a travel industry insider should be your first stop.
TRAVEL BESTSELLERS
This month's top-selling titles include atypical, behind-the-scenes looks at Portugal and Paris, advice on how to maintain your health abroad, and where to go if you want to experience a proper portion of exercise and real adventure.
"Journey to Portugal: In Pursuit of Portugal's History and Culture"
by Jose Saramago
...more info here.
"The Flaneur: A Stroll Through the Paradoxes of Paris"
by Edmund White
...more info here.
"The Rough Guide to Travel Health"
by Nick Jones
...more info here.
"Outside Adventure Travel: Trekking: Find the Planet's Greatest Adventures" by David Nolan
...more info here.
See more bestsellers
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SPRING BREAK GETAWAYS
Whether you're headed for Key West or Kaui, to get the most from your vacation time you need to know your options and plan ahead. To help get you started, we've handpicked a selection of hard-working guidebooks with blanket coverage of how to maximize all of your spring break opportunities.
View all selections
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AND DON'T FORGET...
"River Town: Two Years on the Yangtze"
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"Around the World on a Bicycle"
...more info here.
"Below Another Sky: A Mountain Adventure in Search of a Lost Father"
...more info here.
SALE TABLE
Discover the world with guidance from these thriftily priced books for travelers. Quantities are limited.
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"Simplify Family Travel: How to Plan a Family Vacation the Whole Family Will Enjoy"
...more info here.
"Australia and the Islands of the Pacific"
...more info here.
"Armchair Travels: See the World from the Comfort of Your Own Home"
...more info here.
"Berlin"
...more info here.
COMING SOON
"Odyssey Illustrated Guides: South Africa, Second Edition"
...more info here.
"The Collected Traveler: Provence: An Inspired Anthology and Travel Resource"
...more info here.
"Dangerous Beauty: Life and Death in the Wild: True Stories from a Safari Guide"
...more info here.
You'll find more great books in Travel.
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Whether you're seeking an easy-to-use point-and-shoot camera or the latest in digital camera technology, you'll find what you're looking for in the Camera & Photo store.
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POSTED 1 AUGUST 2001
"The Da Capo Jazz and Blues Lover's Guide to the United States"
Christiane Bird
Our price: $14.00 | You save: $3.50
...more info here.
Calling all jazz and blues lovers (and that includes those recent
Ken Burns-inspired fans): this book is for you. With this volume, a
trove of historical information and fully updated guide to the
contemporary jazz and blues scene in 25 U.S. cities and the
Mississippi Delta, you can tour the landmarks and visit the legends
without even having to leave home (although it's clearly a lot more
fun to go).
"Western Mexico: A Traveller's Treasury (3rd Edition)"
Tony Burton
Our price: $15.95
...more info here.
"A Traveller's Treasury" is an apt subtitle for this guidebook to
the Western Mexico that lies beyond tourist cities like Puerto
Vallarta and Guadalajara. Burton has good credentials--a geographer
who's lived in Mexico for 17 years, he's done a lot of back-road
traveling in search of hidden Mexico. He's also fond of history,
geology, archeology, and ecology, so each of the places covered in
this personal and idiosyncratic collection of favorites is
exceedingly well-described.
"The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World 2001 (Unofficial Guide to
Walt Disney World, 2001)"
Bob Sehlinger
Our price: $13.59 | You save: $3.40
...more info here.
While Walt Disney World stands for fun, fun, fun, let's face it--it
comes at a hefty cost: long waits, huge crowds, and high prices.
"When it comes to Walt Disney World," writes Sehlinger, "you either
need a plan or a frontal lobotomy." As the huge complex of theme
parks has grown to roughly the size of Boston, so has this guide,
from less than 200 pages to over 700. While that may seem
formidable, every one is chock-full of invaluable information for
making the most of your time and money, with the least amount of
hassle. Sehlinger is an excellent guide--witty and readable, and he
and his research crew have done a commendable job figuring out the
most efficient and economical ways to spend your time at Walt Disney
World.
"Frommers Exploring America by RV, 1st Edition"
Shirley Slater
Our price: $13.59 | You save: $3.40
...more info here.
Award-winning travel writers Shirley Slater and Harry Basch had
tried just about every mode of transportation known to humans in
their travels through 186 countries, but it wasn't until they rode
in an RV in 1991 that they found their passion. In the decade that
followed they racked up 120,000 miles, avoided freeways whenever
possible, and focused on discovering the offbeat and the best of the
United States, Canada, and Mexico. While "Exploring America by RV"
is aimed particularly at novices--with detailed advice on buying and
renting RVs as well as tips and hints on such things as what to look
for in campsites, the miracle of bubble wrap, and "how to give
backing-up directions without destroying your marriage"--it also
outlines 10 excursions through the U.S., Canada, and Baja with
enough unusual stops along the way that the book is a veritable gold
mine.
"World Stompers: A Global Travel Manifesto"
Brad Olsen
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Brad Olsen has four recommendations for today's college graduates:
work abroad, study abroad, volunteer abroad, travel abroad. Olsen
took his own three-year, self-financed, solo journey to 28 countries
on 5 continents after his graduation from business school, and
"World Stompers," now in its fifth incarnation, is his travel
manifesto for other intrepid young people willing to travel for
extended periods on the cheap.
VISIT OUR FROMMER'S TRAVEL STORE
You'll never fall into the tourist traps when you travel with
Frommer's. Their expert authors have already gone everywhere you
might go--they've done the legwork for you, and they're not afraid
to tell it like it is, saving you time and money. For up-to-date
travel guides with dozens of color maps, visit our Frommer's Travel
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Save big with travel guides from the Frommer's Store:
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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ADVENTURER'S 10 GREATEST
Here they are. The 10 greatest adventure travel books of all time, as selected by National Geographic Adventurer's esteemed panel of judges.
1. "The Worst Journey in the World" by Apsley Cherry-Garrard (1922)
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2. "The Journals of Lewis and Clark" by Meriwether Lewis and William
Clark (1814)
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3. "Wind, Sand and Stars" by Antoine de Saint-Exupery (1940)
...more info here.
4. "The Exploration of the Colorado River and its Canyons" by John
Wesley Powell (1895)
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5. "Arabian Sands" by Wilfred Thesiger (1959)
...more info here.
6. "Annapurna, First Conquest of an 8000-Meter Peak" by Maurice Herzog
(1952)
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7. "Desert Solitaire" by Edward Abbey (1968)
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8. "West with the Night" by Beryl Markham (1942)
...more info here.
9. "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer (1997)
...more info here.
10. "Travels" by Marco Polo (1298)
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OUR TOP SELLERS
* "The Travel Detective: How to Get the Best Service and the Best
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* "French Lessons: Adventures with Knife, Fork, and Corkscrew" by
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* "A Fortune-Teller Told Me: Earthbound Travels in the Far East" by
Tiziano Terzani
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POSTED 17 JULY 2001
"Stuck at the Airport: A Traveler's Survival Guide"
Harriet Baskas
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Your flight at Pittsburgh International Airport has been delayed
for hours. You've been to the food court (twice) and you've just
bought another magazine. Wouldn't it have been nice if you'd known
that there was an in-airport health club with aerobic machines and a
sauna? Well, if you had a copy of the aptly named Stuck at the
Airport, Harriet Baskas's compilation of unexpected attractions and
services at 54 airports around the world, you would. Arranged
alphabetically, each entry lists dining, shopping, and sightseeing
options, as well as the best spots to nap, freshen up, and plug in
your laptop. While some of the information is basic, most of it is
surprisingly informative.
"Mi Moto Fidel: Motorcycling Through Castro's Cuba"
Christopher P. Baker
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"Mi Moto Fidel should be in the briefcase of every man in midlife.
The erotically charged adventure through the forbidden island by a
man on a motorcycle in his 40s is a fantastic fantasy realized. With
its edgy candor, it captures a whole receding time and place with
prickly cinematic takes, and makes a map of a hidden world, and of
the anima of its soul." --Richard Bangs, author of "The Lost River"
"Cooking in Paradise: Culinary Vacations Around the World"
Joel Naftali
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Have you heard about cooking vacation programs? For this incredibly
insightful book Joel and Lee Naftali researched over 150 of them
from locations in France, Italy, Asia, Mexico, Austria, Brazil,
Greece, Ireland, Morocco, Spain, and Turkey. You'll find contact,
cost, and accommodation information, a full description and feedback
from former students for each cooking course, as well as ideas to
entertain family and traveling companions while the cook studies.
The inclusion of recipes from programs described in the book is a
feature we're enjoying.
VISIT OUR DK EYEWITNESS TRAVEL GUIDES STORE
Make the most of your travel experience by having the best possible
guides. Explore the wide selection of beautiful Eyewitness Travel
Guides from Dorling Kindersley.
From the DK Eyewitness Travel Store: For Travelers of Italy
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* "Hugo Language Course: Italian in Three Months (with cassettes)"
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PETER GREENBERG, AMERICA'S TRAVEL DETECTIVE
"The Travel Detective: How to Get the Best Service and the Best Deals
from Airlines, Hotels, Cruise Ships, and Car Rental Agencies"
Peter Greenberg
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Because it seems that everyone who is talking travel these days is
either talking about his book or at least one of the issues
addressed in it, we asked Peter Greenberg to comment on his
bestseller.
"Five years ago, there was a seething undercurrent of anger among
most people who traveled. Today, times are different. It's no longer
seething and it's no longer an undercurrent: people are outright
angry about their travel experiences--but we still love to travel.
It's an interesting, and an often depressing, combination. I
specifically wrote The Travel Detective to address that frustration,
to deal with that anger. But I'm not doing anyone any good if I
simply present the problems we already know of (and have
experienced) if I don't also offer real-life, real-world, workable
solutions. And that's what The Travel Detective is all about: how to
beat the airlines, hotels, cruise lines, and rental car agencies at
their own game, playing by their rules. I have focused on the
process of travel, and in doing so, have found the ways to minimize
so much of the abuse associated with traveling today. And, in that
process, ways to save significant amounts of money. Many in the
travel industry are angry with this book, not because I'm wrong, but
because they don't like what I've said. As I continue to remind
them, I don't work for them, and as long as they continue to be
angry, I guess I must be doing something right." --Peter Greenberg
TRAVEL TOP SELLERS FOR JUNE
In the Thoughts of the Travel-Minded: Greenberg, Gigondas, Borneo,
and Balzac
* "The Travel Detective: How to Get the Best Service and the Best
Deals from Airlines, Hotels, Cruise Ships, and Car Rental Agencies"
by Peter Greenberg
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* "French Lessons: Adventures with Knife, Fork and Corkscrew" by
Peter Mayle
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* "All Elevations Unknown: An Adventure in the Heart of Borneo" by
Sam Lightner
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* "The Flaneur: A Stroll Through the Paradoxes of Paris" by Edmund
White
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BEACH DESTINATION: KAUAI, HAWAII
Travel to the Beaches of Kauai
Known as the Garden Island, Kauai is the oldest of the major
Hawaiian Islands. Unlike Maui or Waikiki, Kauai is wonderfully laid
back: perfect for a relaxing family vacation or a romantic getaway.
Here are a few of the better guides to travel in Kauai, from those
who know it best:
* "Kauai Underground Guide (Kauai Underground Guide, 16th Ed)"
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* "Kauai Trailblazer: Where to Hike, Snorkel, Bike, Paddle, Surf"
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* "The Ultimate Kauai Guidebook"
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* "Kauai Trails: Walks, Strolls and Treks on the Garden Island"
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* "Snorkel Kauai: Guide to the Underwater World of Hawaii"
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ROAD TRIPPING
You Can Go Your Own Way
Whether by Austin-Healey or Harley-Davidson, road trips, when done
correctly, are the best kind of vacations. Forget about the
airlines; if you've flown coach lately, you know they've mentally
"checked out." For a better way to travel, arm yourself with any of
these fine guides and take it to the streets this summer.
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POSTED JUNE 6, 2001
"The Riches of Paris: A Shopping and Touring Guide"
Maribeth Clemente
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Maribeth Clemente did much of her research for "The Riches of
Paris" while working as a shopping consultant in Paris and writing
her first book, "The Chic Shopper's Guide to Paris." She can help
you find the auctions, the flea markets, the antique shops, and the
wonderful tucked-away fashion boutiques of the Left Bank, Bastille,
and Republique better than just about anybody. In this window to all
that Paris has to offer the shopaholic are thorough descriptions of
each shop and its products, plus all the details you'd expect to
find--addresses, phone numbers, opening hours, Web sites, and price
ranges. She even gives you great tips on how to handle what will
surely be your biggest challenge: packing the suitcase.
"Tales of a Female Nomad: Living at Large in the World"
Rita Golden Gelman
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When Rita Golden Gelman traveled to Mexico during a two-month
separation from her husband, she hoped to satisfy an old craving for
adventure and, in the process, rejuvenate herself and her marriage.
Little did she know it was the beginning of a new life, not just as
a divorcée, but as a nomad of the world. Since 1986, Gelman has
had no permanent address and no possessions except those she can
carry. She travels without a plan, guided by instinct, serendipitous
opportunities, and a remarkable ability to connect with people. At
first her family and friends accused her of running away, but Gelman
knew she had embarked on a journey of self-discovery and a way of
life that is inspiring and enviable. We know Gelman is not your
typical middle-aged housewife from L.A. when, on that first trip to
Mexico, she randomly...
"Departures and Arrivals"
Eric Newby
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Eric Newby got the travel bug from his parents, who would leave him
with a housekeeper for months at a time when they went off to market
their fashion "productions." But he took the habit farther afield
and for far longer than anyone could have imagined, and in the
process developed an audience devoted to his witty travel tales. Now
in his 80s, the venerable English travel writer still pedals a cycle
or bounces across a desert on a jeep whenever the opportunity
presents itself, for, as he notes, it might well not recur. In this
selection of short pieces, Newby focuses on his most enduring
memories of departures and arrivals, beginning with his regular
walks "up to the bend and back" with his mother in his childhood
village of Barnes, England. With abundant detail and his trademark
self-deprecating humor, he takes his readers on one of the last
journeys of the Orient Express...
TRAVEL BESTSELLERS
In the Hands of Travelers: Winetasting, Savings, and Italy
* "Napa Valley: The Ultimate Winery Guide Revised and Updated (3rd
Edition)" by Antonia Allegra, Richard Gillette, and Robert Mondavi
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* "The Travel Detective: How to Get the Best Service and the Best
Deals from Airlines, Hotels, Cruise Ships, and Car Rental Agencies"
by Peter Greenberg
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* "Eyewitness Travel Guides: Italy"
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BEACH DESTINATION OF THE MONTH: THE HAMPTONS, NEW YORK
"Great Destinations The Hamptons Book: A Complete Guide: With
Special Sections on the North Fork and Shelter Island (Hamptons
Book, 4th Ed)"
Suzi Forbes Chase
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"The Hamptons: Life Behind the Hedges"
Susan Pear Meisel
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"Georgica Pond"
Priscilla Rattazzi
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ROAD TRIPPING
You Can Go Your Own Way
You've gotten the tune-up, the oil's been changed, the tires are
good to go, and she's sparkling clean. Now all you need is a plan.
What about road maps and a guidebook that will tell you how to find
the many groovy destinations off the beaten path? Fear not--we've
rounded up the latest road-trip guides and spiral-bound maps just
for you. The sun is shining; better not waste any time!
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VISIT THE FODOR'S TRIP PLANNER
The Ultimate Vacation Resource
Whether you rely on the recognizable Gold Guides or prefer the
smaller, more portable Pocket Guide,Fodor's has an abundance of travel
resources. Before heading out on your next vacation, be sure to stock
up on all the right advice.
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VISIT THE LET'S GO TRAVEL KIOSK
Calling All Student Travelers
Don't stress over your budget--killer adventure travel is entirely
possible with the help of a Let's Go travel guide. Each year, Let's
Go's student researchers cover the globe in search of the best and
most creative travel experiences for those who don't have a lot to
spend. Before you contact the airlines or a travel agency, do yourself
a favor by checking out the Let's Go Travel Kiosk for a complete
selection of Let's Go guidebooks. And don't miss this month's Let's Go
travel tips on exploring the Rocky Mountains!
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USED BOOKS
Attention, budget-minded book fans. Discover all the used travel books
available at great prices by visiting Used Books: Travel &
Exploration. Great deals are added daily.
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POSTED 16 MAY 2001
"Rommelmann's Los Angeles Bar and Nightlife Guide"
Nancy Rommelmann
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Nancy Rommelmann, a frequent contributor to L.A. Weekly and Los
Angeles magazine, has written what is hands-down the coolest guide
to finding great evening entertainment in L.A. Each location is
categorized according to style--All Ages, Cabaret/Performance, Dive
Bars, Drag/Drag Shows, Gay/Lesbian, Good Looks, Historic, Model
Spotting, Neighborhood Spots, Smoking Permitted, Supper Club, 24
Hours, and more--and her consistently opinionated descriptions give
you a real sense of place. From the groovy pick-up scene at Kane
("Someplace where both Ray Eames and Superfly would hang out") to
the Mondrian Hotel's Sky Bar and its "hotel guests and other
beautiful and wealthy people only" door policy, Rommelmann takes you
past the velvet ropes, gives you the latest gossip on the
good-looking maitre d's, and tells you which table you should ask
for and what to order.
"Hidden Carolinas 4 Ed"
Stacy Ritz
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"Hidden Carolinas, Fourth Edition," like all of the guides in the
Hidden series, is geared toward the adventure-loving adult traveler
who wants to experience locales that are popular with residents but
usually overlooked by visitors. Don't worry about missing out on the
major attractions (they're presented in detail, too), but count on
being steered toward tucked-away antique shops and art galleries in
Charleston, a beautiful and historic Roanoke Island country inn, a
charming old independent bookstore in Durham, a hike through the
Smoky Mountains' most revealing trails, and restaurants such as the
legendary Magnolia Inn in Pinehurst--a place that won't treat you
like a tourist. Seventeen black-and-white maps are included.
"French Lessons: Adventures With Knife, Fork, and Corkscrew"
Peter Mayle
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Peter Mayle fans (remember "A Year in Provence?") will not want to
miss this collection of 13 mouthwatering essays that transport you
to many of France's tiny, out-of-the-way restaurants, starred
Michelin wonders, local village markets, annual festivals, and
blessed vineyards. This is Mayle at his very best. Dieters might be
best advised to stay away.
TRAVEL BESTSELLERS
Moving Fast
"Walking the Bible: A Journey by Land Through the Five Books of
Moses"
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by Bruce Feiler
"The Travel Detective: How to Get the Best Service and the Best Deals
from Airlines, Hotels, Cruise Ships, and Car Rental Agencies"
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by Peter Greenberg
"Roads: Driving America's Great Highways"
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by Larry McMurtry
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LET'S GO TRAVEL KIOSK
The Hippest Travel Guides Around
It all began in 1960, when a few Harvard students wrote a 20-page
pamphlet on traveling to Europe. It was a hit and eventually became
the bestselling, 1,000-page "Let's Go Europe." Today, with guides to
51 destinations on six continents, that same inventive spirit still
thrives. Every year, 250 student researchers cover the globe to
completely revise the series. If you're an adventure lover bound by
a tight budget, let these guides show you how to have a blast abroad
without breaking the bank. Check out the store for the guide to your
next destination.
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E-BOOKS FOR TRAVELERS
Convenience and Savings
If you're looking for a good travel guide or memoir and haven't
experienced the convenience and savings of e-books, you're in for a
real treat. Amazon.com's e-Books Store now has nearly 100 hot titles
for travelers. Stop by, peruse the ever-growing selection, and
experience for yourself what e-book fans are raving about.
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KIDS AND SUMMER TRAVEL
Kids on Board! Summer Travel Essentials
Whether traveling by car, plane, or hoof this summer, kids have
boundless energy and must stay busy! We've put together a whole
store full of kid-friendly cameras, sticker books, field guides, fun
geography books, audiobooks, and more to make this summer vacation
the best yet.
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MEMORIAL DAY
Relieve the Stress
It's a long stretch from December to May, and by now most of us are
in need of some serious decompression time. Put work on hold, reach
for the travel guide to your favorite long-weekend getaway, and
prepare yourself for a few days of pure pleasure.
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Richard Olsen, editor
"Birthplace of the Winds: Storming Alaska's Islands of Fire and Ice"
Jon Bowermaster
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Jon Bowermaster's personal account of a sea kayaking expedition through the beautiful and deadly waters surrounding Alaska's Aleutian Islands will place you in the kayak with him as he paddles through the area's dense fog, raging rip tides, and blistering winds, and takes time to discover the place's unforgettable natural beauty.
"Unexpected Light"
Jason Elliot
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Passionate customer reviews of this engaging new travel memoir have been coming in quick and steady. "An extraordinary book that transcends the bounds of travelogue and gives us deep and personal insight into one of the world's most inaccessible regions," says Amazon.com customer Rick Wilson from Bainbridge Island, Washington.
"Practical Nomad Guide to the Online Travel Marketplace"
Edward Hasbrouck
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If you're ready to take advantage of the convenience and money-saving deals offered by online travel services and want the real scoop on who provides the best service, this user-friendly new guide from a travel industry insider should be your first stop.
TRAVEL BESTSELLERS
This month's top-selling titles include atypical, behind-the-scenes looks at Portugal and Paris, advice on how to maintain your health abroad, and where to go if you want to experience a proper portion of exercise and real adventure.
"Journey to Portugal: In Pursuit of Portugal's History and Culture"
by Jose Saramago
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"The Flaneur: A Stroll Through the Paradoxes of Paris"
by Edmund White
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"The Rough Guide to Travel Health"
by Nick Jones
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"Outside Adventure Travel: Trekking: Find the Planet's Greatest Adventures" by David Nolan
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SPRING BREAK GETAWAYS
Whether you're headed for Key West or Kaui, to get the most from your vacation time you need to know your options and plan ahead. To help get you started, we've handpicked a selection of hard-working guidebooks with blanket coverage of how to maximize all of your spring break opportunities.
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AND DON'T FORGET...
"River Town: Two Years on the Yangtze"
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"Around the World on a Bicycle"
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"Below Another Sky: A Mountain Adventure in Search of a Lost Father"
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SALE TABLE
Discover the world with guidance from these thriftily priced books for travelers. Quantities are limited.
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"Simplify Family Travel: How to Plan a Family Vacation the Whole Family Will Enjoy"
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"Australia and the Islands of the Pacific"
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"Armchair Travels: See the World from the Comfort of Your Own Home"
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"Berlin"
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COMING SOON
"Odyssey Illustrated Guides: South Africa, Second Edition"
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"The Collected Traveler: Provence: An Inspired Anthology and Travel Resource"
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"Dangerous Beauty: Life and Death in the Wild: True Stories from a Safari Guide"
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You'll find more great books in Travel.
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Whether you're seeking an easy-to-use point-and-shoot camera or the latest in digital camera technology, you'll find what you're looking for in the Camera & Photo store.
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