Títulos en Viajes y turismo

Joshua Slocum was believed to be the first man to sail single-handed around the world. After a distinguished career, where he worked his way up from cabin boy to captain, Joshua Slocum wrecked his ship off the coast of Brazil. Turning this catastrophe to his advantage, he built a sailing canoe from the wreckage and sailed back to New York. Moreover, he wrote Voyage of the Liberdad, a chronicle of his trip, and earned some literary success.

Istanbul, com'è stata chiamata fin dalla conquista ottomana del 1453, ma com'è denominata ufficialmente solo all'indomani della Prima guerra mondiale. "Nèa Ryme", Nuova Roma, secondo il suo nome ufficiale. Costantinopoli, il suo vero nome, da sempre e per sempre. Un nome che evoca immagini mirabili: il sogno dell'Oriente, le lontananze raggiungibili attraverso il Bosforo e l'Anatolia. Le moschee, gli harem, i sufi danzanti, gli aromi dei bazar. Da mezzo millennio l'Europa identifica in quella sola città il prezioso anello di congiunzione fra l'antichità perduta e la modernità.

One of the most entertaining travelogues ever written, Washington Irving's Tales of the Alhambra is a heady mix of fact, myth, and depictions of secret chambers, desperate battles, imprisoned princesses, palace ghosts, and fragrant gardens, described in a wistful and dreamlike eloquence.

No importa la época del año, es momento de sacudirse la polilla, salir del sillón, y empezar a hacer actividad física para ser personas más saludables. Por eso, en esta serie te presentamos 10 ejercicios que puedes practicar en la CDMX para entrarle de lleno a la vida fit; mientras recordamos que actividades como correr, nos permiten conocer la ciudad, explorarla, conectar con uno mismo y hacer comunidad. Y si ni así te convencemos para que te actives, te decimos dónde puedes jugar al juego de pelota como nuestros ancestrxs prehispánicxs.

Novelist Marlon James had his first book nominated as a finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize and his second book named a New York Times Editor’s Choice. In this, his third novel, a failing preacher in 1957 Jamaica is ousted by a fiery newcomer who sends the congregation into a frenzy of spiritual awakening—and violence.

Greater Than a Tourist—Asturias Spain by Olena Podsobiei gives you the inside scoop on Asturias. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this book will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

When Johnson went to work for the US Antarctic Program (devoted to scientific research and education in support of the national interest in the Antarctic), he figured he'd find adventure, beauty, penguins, and lofty-minded scientists. Instead he found boredom, alcohol, and bureaucracy. As a dishwasher and garbage man at McMurdo Station, Johnson quickly shed his illusions about Antarctica.

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Marrakech Morocco. Greater than a Tourist - Marrakech Morocco by author Ashley Griefenhagen offers the inside scoop on the Red City. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater than a Tourist series, this book will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

Berlin, die Stadt der Moderne, schläft nie. Sie ist das deutsche Epizentrum neuzeitlicher Errungenschaften. Medien, Wissenschaft, Politik alles rotiert hier auf Weltniveau. Solche Superlativen machen vergessen, dass hinter der Hektik ein historisches Vermächtnis liegt. Dieses Hörbuch gibt den...

Rund um die alte Reichsstadt Nürnberg ranken sich zahlreiche Mythen und Sagen, die heute leider weitgehend in Vergessenheit geraten sind. Der passionierte Geschichtenerzähler Marco Kirchner hat sie zusammengetragen und haucht ihnen neues Leben ein. Packend berichtet er davon, wie der goldene...

Does the thought of flying make your heart race before you even reach the airport? Do you worry about turbulence, takeoff, storms, strange airplane noises, or simply being unable to leave once the cabin door closes? You're not alone. In Overcome Your Fear of Flying, you'll discover practical, easy-to-follow strategies designed to help nervous flyers better understand their anxiety, manage panic, and build the confidence needed to travel more comfortably.

Who spends the night in a stranger’s tent in a random Bulgarian field — only to learn he’s a wanted criminal? Who hands over her beloved Royal Enfield Bullet 500 to a Moroccan lad with a pretty donkey while she rides a camel into the Sahara for her birthday? Who finds herself at a Cuban wedding, dodging potholes in a dodgy Chinese sidecar rig — before stumbling into a Rolling Stones concert in Havana? That would be Jacqui.

Planning a stop in Cozumel, Mexico on your cruise but not sure what to do with limited time? This guide was created for that exact situation. When your ship arrives in Cozumel, you may only have a few hours to explore. On paper, it seems easy to plan the perfect day. In reality, crowds, heat, long taxi lines, and changing conditions can quickly affect your plans. Instead of relying on one fixed itinerary, this audiobook introduces a more flexible approach. It is called the Tourist Pivot Plan. Before you leave the ship, you will create two simple options for your day.

Some cities impress you, cities that entertain you, and cities that educate you. Then some cities seem to exist outside ordinary categories altogether. Istanbul belongs firmly in that final group. It is not simply a destination on a map or a famous collection of landmarks visited by tourists carrying cameras and guidebooks. Istanbul feels older, heavier, louder, stranger, and more emotionally layered than most places people encounter in their lives.

Discover the remarkable story of Australia’s most iconic city in What’s So Special About Sydney? — an expansive and immersive journey through the history, culture, landscapes, people, and spirit of one of the world’s most recognisable destinations. Far more than a travel guide, this book explores the real Sydney beneath the famous skyline. From the ancient Indigenous history of the land to the arrival of the First Fleet, from convict beginnings to a thriving modern global city, Sydney’s story is one of resilience, migration, creativity, ambition, and transformation.

Discover the soul of one of the world’s most unforgettable cities in What’s So Special About Rio de Janeiro? — a rich and immersive travel guide that goes far beyond beaches and postcards to uncover the history, culture, rhythm, beauty, and contradictions of Brazil’s most iconic destination. Written in an engaging and accessible style, this expansive guide explores Rio de Janeiro from its Indigenous origins to its rise as a colonial powerhouse, from the age of empire and slavery to the vibrant modern city known today for samba, Carnival, football, music, and breathtaking landscapes.

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want an edible experience? Would you like some culinary guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Eat Like a Local book is for you. Eat Like a Local–Gibraltar by Jaime Knight offers the inside scoop on food in Gibraltar. Culinary tourism is an important aspect of any travel experience. Food has the ability to tell you a story of a destination, its landscapes, and culture on a single plate. Most food guides tell you how to eat like a tourist.

Planning a stop in Port Canaveral, Florida on your cruise? Not sure what to do with limited time at the Port Canaveral cruise port? This Port Canaveral cruise port guide helps you plan a flexible, realistic day so you do not waste time, money, or energy once you arrive. With only 4-8 hours in port, crowds, heat, and transportation delays can change everything.

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. Most books about architecture teach you how to see buildings. This book teaches you how to see cities. Below the Surface: Berlin's U2 - Hidden Architecture* is an immersive journey beneath Berlin's streets, revealing an invisible layer of the city that...

Merida Phrasebook by the author Daniel Fernandez Gonzalez offers an approach to effective communication. Are you planning a trip to Merida City and want to converse in Spanish? Look no further than the Easy Merida City Spanish Phrasebook.