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Take your seats for an out-of-this-word tour through the Cosmos! Brian May, Patrick Moore, and Chris Lintott—authors of Bang!—fly us from Earth to the farthest-out galaxies. Along the way, we stop and gaze at 100 amazing sights, from asteroids to zodiacal dust. And each of our three tour guides has a special expertise and passion that they bring to their very personal explanations of what we see: Patrick is a lunar specialist; Brian is the leading authority on dust in our solar system, and Chris researches the formation of stars and galaxies. Extraordinary images present the universe as seen through the eyes of the biggest and best telescopes on Earth and in space, and occasionally from the backyards of expert amateur observers.

Off the Tourist Trail is a guide to the world's unspoiled sights and experiences. It takes a hundred clichéd tourist destinations - everything from over-visited national parks to overrated museums - and reveal 1,000 fresh and fascinating alternative options. Written by a team of travel experts, and with a foreword by Bill Bryson, this book brings vibrant cities, enchanting sights, breathtaking natural wonders and unforgettable experiences to life with informative narrative and stunning photography. Choose your destination by theme - Ancient and Historical Sights, Festivals and Parties, Great Journeys, Architectural Marvels, Natural Wonders, Beaches, Sports and Activities, Art and Culture, and Cities - or simply flick through this sumptuous guide and be inspired. Practical advice on getting there and around, where to stay, where to eat and when to go, as well as useful 'Need to Know' facts, ensure that you get the most out of your time away. Less crowded, generally less expensive, and often more spectacular and rewarding, these lesser-known wonders of the world encourage readers to ditch the famous but well-worn choices, reminding them what real travel is all about - escaping the everyday and embracing the new. Vacations will never be the same again.

Tourist Trains Guidebook, Eighth Edition describes 500+ popular train rides, museums, and railroad vacation destinations in the U.S and Canada. Thoroughly updated for 2021, the latest edition also includes new listings, maps and photos, as well as a regional map of North America for quick reference.The unique and essential travel guide features: An easy-to-follow format organized by region.A site list, map, and photo at the start of each section.Insider tips on what to see, when to go, and how to get there.Address and contact information for each listing.Written by trusted contributors with firsthand knowledge, Tourist Trains Guidebook, Eighth Edition is the only travel guide you'll need for planning your next rail-themed day trip or family vacation!

As a free trade zone and Latin America's most popular destination, Cancún, Mexico, is more than just a tourist town. It is not only actively involved in the production of transnational capital but also forms an integral part of the state's modernization plan for rural, indigenous communities. Indeed, Maya migrants make up over a third of the city's population.A Return to Servitude is an ethnography of Maya migration within Mexico that analyzes the foundational role indigenous peoples play in the development of the modern nation-state. Focusing on tourism in the Yucatán Peninsula, M. Bianet Castellanos examines how Cancún came to be equated with modernity, how this city has shaped the political economy of the peninsula, and how indigenous communities engage with this vision of contemporary life. More broadly, she demonstrates how indigenous communities experience, resist, and accommodate themselves to transnational capitalism.Tourism and the social stratification that results from migration have created conflict among the Maya. At the same time, this work asserts, it is through engagement with modernity and its resources that they are able to maintain their sense of indigeneity and community.

Author Peter M. Bacle grew up in the world of Key West commercial fishing. As Key West developed into major tourist destination, Pete fished for lobster and stone crab, cruised the Caribbean, survived numerous confrontations with drug smugglers, adapted to the influx of refugees from Cuba, and relaxed with family and friends on secluded islands and beaches. Pete's Key West may live in the shadow of Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville, but for native families, the schools, churches, ball fields, and surrounding sea are where they find their pleasures. The author's father, Pete C. Bacle-pictured on the cover-is central to many of the stories in the book. Pete Sr. went to sea at the age of 15, and founded the family fishing business. He was an adventure seeker, who fought naval battles in WWII, fished the distant Dry Tortugas and Bahama waters, searched for sunken treasure, battled trap robbers and drug smugglers, and still found time for his family. Pete loved the ocean, and always believed that earning a living from the sea in Key West was a privileged life that few people would trade. Peter Bacle's stories are now part of Key West's past, but Stock Island Lobster Company is little changed by time. The Bacle family still buys, sells, and catches lobster, and life continues today much as it has for the past 60 years.

Ushuaia, "The Southernmost City in the World", began as a penal colony but has morphed into an adventure destination, as well as the departure port for most Antarctica cruises. Ushuaia has much to offer and should be on any adventure traveler's bucket list. Highlights include: *fun festivals, including the Longest Night in the World and the world's southernmost marathon *camping, hiking, and kayaking *duty free souvenir shopping *yummy local delicacies *unique museums *a quirky sightseeing tour *a fun train ride through scenic Tierra del Fuego National Park *a funky little dance club *end of the world casino *Beagle Channel eco-tours *dog-sledding *birding Plus, you'll want to visit the southernmost lighthouse, southernmost golf course, and the southernmost ski resort. There are lots of lodging and eating options, including bars, restaurants, cafes, pubs, bakeries, guesthouses, hostels, hotels, resorts, B & B's, lodges, apartments, villas, and apart hotels.

This new and timely book looks at the issue that Heritage in general, and in particular urban heritage in Asia, is at the centre of a perfect storm. Populations are increasing rapidly in cities as urbanization grows and there are ever larger numbers of tourists placing significant pressure on urban heritage resources.

184 countries. Endless possibilities for the cruising vacation of your dreams "What Jimmy Cornell doesn't know about cruising isn't worth knowing."--Yachting World World Cruising Destinations is the only nautical tourist guide to the world, the ultimate aid for planning an ocean voyage or a charter vacation. Covering the globe from the tropics to high latitudes, this guide gives essential details of climate, ports, facilities, highlights, and travel formalities (visas, entrance requirements, etc.) of destinations in 184 countries. If you are ready to cast off the docklines tomorrow or just want to do your voyaging from the comfort of your armchair, it's a wonderful guidebook to your next dream vacation. 300 vivid, full-color maps and photos Table of ContentsChapter 1. World Cruising Facts and Highlights; Chapter 2. Mediterranean and Black Sea; Chapter 3. Northern Europe; Chapter 4. Western Europe and North Atlantic Islands; Chapter 5. West Africa and South Atlantic Islands; Chapter 6. Caribbean; Chapter 7. Central and North America; Chapter 8. South America; Chapter 9. North Pacific Islands; Chapter 10. Australia and South Pacific Islands; Chapter 11. Southeast Asia and the Far East; Chapter 12. North Indian Ocean and Red Sea; Chapter 13. South Indian Ocean; Appendices: Cruising Guides.

This atlas describes the qualities of numerous global destinations to help the reader to decide where they wish to travel to. It draws inspiration and tips from travellers and explorers of the past, and includes a worldwide directory of national tourist organizations and other useful contacts.

184 countries. Endless possibilities for the cruising vacation of your dreams "What Jimmy Cornell doesn't know about cruising isn't worth knowing."--Yachting World World Cruising Destinations is the only nautical tourist guide to the world, the ultimate aid for planning an ocean voyage or a charter vacation. Covering the globe from the tropics to high latitudes, this guide gives essential details of climate, ports, facilities, highlights, and travel formalities (visas, entrance requirements, etc.) of destinations in 184 countries. If you are ready to cast off the docklines tomorrow or just want to do your voyaging from the comfort of your armchair, it's a wonderful guidebook to your next dream vacation. 300 vivid, full-color maps and photos Table of ContentsChapter 1. World Cruising Facts and Highlights; Chapter 2. Mediterranean and Black Sea; Chapter 3. Northern Europe; Chapter 4. Western Europe and North Atlantic Islands; Chapter 5. West Africa and South Atlantic Islands; Chapter 6. Caribbean; Chapter 7. Central and North America; Chapter 8. South America; Chapter 9. North Pacific Islands; Chapter 10. Australia and South Pacific Islands; Chapter 11. Southeast Asia and the Far East; Chapter 12. North Indian Ocean and Red Sea; Chapter 13. South Indian Ocean; Appendices: Cruising Guides.

Every year, Italy swells with millions of tourists who infuse the economy with billions of dollars and almost outnumber Italians themselves. In fact, Italy has been a model tourist destination for longer than it has been a modern state. The Beautiful Country explores the enduring popularity of “destination Italy,” and its role in the development of the global mass tourism industry. Stephanie Malia Hom tracks the evolution of this particular touristic imaginary through texts, practices, and spaces, beginning with the guidebooks that frame Italy as an idealized land of leisure and finishing with destination Italy’s replication around the world. Today, more tourists encounter Italy through places like Las Vegas’s The Venetian Hotel and Casino or Dubai’s Mercato shopping mall than experience the country in Italy itself.Using an interdisciplinary methodology that includes archival research, ethnographic fieldwork, literary criticism, and spatial analysis, The Beautiful Country reveals destination Italy’s paramount role in the creation of modern mass tourism.

Bryce Canyon, Carlsbad Caverns, the Grand Canyon, and Mesa Verde are among the 100 destinations covered in this book, which combines the functions of a sightseeing guide and a camp directory. Maps are provided for each destination along with descriptions of tourist attractions and listings for more than 500 campgrounds. Native American sites and desert habitats are also of interest in this region, making it a great vacation destination for families with children—and perfect for those people who want to escape to a warm climate during the winter.

An exciting travel guide for Upstate New York road warriors, history lovers, and tourists.In Ultimate Upstate! Chuck D’Imperio mines deep into his travel journal and shares an astonishing array of fun and amazing places in Upstate New York that the casual traveler might otherwise miss. As one of Upstate’s most ardent advocates, D’Imperio has traveled the backroads and byways of the region seeking out the stories, tales, and folklore writ upon the landscape. He takes readers to one hundred small towns and cities from the Hudson Valley to the High Peaks of the Adirondacks and out through the rolling hills of the Finger Lakes region. Not only a reflection of “the road less traveled,” Ultimate Upstate! includes pertinent information such as websites, photographs, personal interviews, and explicit directions to each of the included entries. While flipping through the pages, readers will be amazed at what turns up around every backroads corner in the region.

Every year, Italy swells with millions of tourists who infuse the economy with billions of dollars and almost outnumber Italians themselves. In fact, Italy has been a model tourist destination for longer than it has been a modern state. The Beautiful Country explores the enduring popularity of “destination Italy,” and its role in the development of the global mass tourism industry. Stephanie Malia Hom tracks the evolution of this particular touristic imaginary through texts, practices, and spaces, beginning with the guidebooks that frame Italy as an idealized land of leisure and finishing with destination Italy’s replication around the world. Today, more tourists encounter Italy through places like Las Vegas’s The Venetian Hotel and Casino or Dubai’s Mercato shopping mall than experience the country in Italy itself.Using an interdisciplinary methodology that includes archival research, ethnographic fieldwork, literary criticism, and spatial analysis, The Beautiful Country reveals destination Italy’s paramount role in the creation of modern mass tourism.

Bryce Canyon, Carlsbad Caverns, the Grand Canyon, and Mesa Verde are among the 100 destinations covered in this book, which combines the functions of a sightseeing guide and a camp directory. Maps are provided for each destination along with descriptions of tourist attractions and listings for more than 500 campgrounds. Native American sites and desert habitats are also of interest in this region, making it a great vacation destination for families with children—and perfect for those people who want to escape to a warm climate during the winter.

One of the Mediterranean's most beautiful countries. Images of ancient Greece are still popular for much of the western world. But, for a much more contemporary look, we've chosen two beautiful sun soaked color photos of one of Greece's most popular tourist destinations, printed on both sides of a solidly crafted, folding floor screen room divider.

The Praslink skirt comes in our rose print and has a flared A-line skirt, waistband, side pockets, and front button closures from top to end paired with our Baobab Crop Top. Named after Praslin a famous tourist destination island in Seychelles, in the Indian Ocean. It’s known for palm-fringed beaches, like Anse Georgette and Anse Lazio, both bordered by large granite boulders. Made of Adire, a hand-dyed fabric from Nigeria using traditional resist-dyeing techniques in an original textile print. Ethically Made in Kenya using fair trade practices 100% Cotton Futua Batik

The Praslink skirt comes in our rose print and has a flared A-line skirt, waistband, side pockets, and front button closures from top to end paired with our Baobab Crop Top. Named after Praslin a famous tourist destination island in Seychelles, in the Indian Ocean. It’s known for palm-fringed beaches, like Anse Georgette and Anse Lazio, both bordered by large granite boulders. Made of Adire, a hand-dyed fabric from Nigeria using traditional resist-dyeing techniques in an original textile print. Ethically Made in Kenya using fair trade practices 100% Cotton Futua Batik

The Praslink skirt comes in our rose print and has a flared A-line skirt, waistband, side pockets, and front button closures from top to end paired with our Baobab Crop Top. Named after Praslin a famous tourist destination island in Seychelles, in the Indian Ocean. It’s known for palm-fringed beaches, like Anse Georgette and Anse Lazio, both bordered by large granite boulders. Made of Adire, a hand-dyed fabric from Nigeria using traditional resist-dyeing techniques in an original textile print. Ethically Made in Kenya using fair trade practices 100% Cotton Futua Batik

The stars were in alignment to transform the isolated hamlet of White Oak Flats into the major tourist destination that Gatlinburg is today. Settlers arrived at the end of the 18th century to farm, and a community emerged. When the ladies of the Pi Beta Phi Women’s Fraternity established a school in Gatlinburg in 1912, the mountain people learned they had the skills to produce marketable, handmade items. With interest in a national park developing in the 1920s, people began to visit the area to buy handcrafts and to enjoy the scenery. Enterprising residents then built hotels and shops to accommodate them. Today, Gatlinburg supports approximately 11,000 people with an active chamber of commerce, a prize-winning community center, an outstanding public school system, a national art education center, and a nationally known public library.