Robin Mead has been a travel writer for many years and, besides being the author of 30 travel guide books, he is a recognised authority on cruising holidays. Dr Mead and his partner Valerie Field – who assisted in the preparation of this book, are well placed to advise on all aspects of ‘Cruising’ – In this comprehensive, compact guide, he answers all those niggling questions for the first time cruiser, as well as giving a host of tips for the more seasoned traveller....

Discover delightfully ghostly locations in all 50 states and plan your next haunted holiday.Do you believe in ghosts? Do you love reading about hauntings? Have you ever wanted to experience a close encounter with the paranormal? Then Haunted Hotels in America is for you!You've watched stories about hauntings on popular TV shows and Netflix documentaries and heard about them on true-crime podcasts. And now it is your chance to learn...

Discover delightfully ghostly locations in all 50 states and plan your next haunted holiday.Do you believe in ghosts? Do you love reading about hauntings? Have you ever wanted to experience a close encounter with the paranormal? Then Haunted Hotels in America is for you!You've watched stories about hauntings on popular TV shows and Netflix documentaries and heard about them on true-crime podcasts. And now it is your chance to learn...

Take a tour across America for some haunted hospitality with this collection of stories about hotels and inns that cater to guests from the other side.Frances Kermeen bought the Myrtles Plantation of St. Francisville, LA, with the dream of turning the historic site into a cozy inn. But she was shocked to discover that the property was haunted. Instead of losing customers, however, business exploded.Since then, Kermeen has traveled to over 150 haunted inns a...

In almost every town in America there are places where strange things happen. The perfect companion to The International Directory of Haunted Places, this revised and updated edition of Haunted Places is both a fascinating and unusual travel guide as well as an indispensable casebook for those interested in the paranormal. From buildings and parks believed to have resident ghosts and poltergeists to areas where Bigfoot or UFO sightings are most frequently reported, Ha...

Even in a weakened economy, research shows interest in travel is still strong and this book provides 100 great ways to satisfy your wanderlust without breaking the bank. Like the other books in this popular series, The 100 Best Affordable Vacations to Enrich Your Life features out of the ordinary opportunities. They will just be less expensive, with some even free! Vacation categories include Classic Americana; Learning Vacations; Wilderness Trips; and Mind, Body, and Soul themed getaways....

The author of Eerie Florida shares more dark tales from across the Sunshine State in this illustrated guide to local legends and haunted sites.Author Mark Muncy and photographer Kari Schultz have crisscrossed Florida from Key West to the Emerald Coast, hunting down stories of ghosts and reports of paranormal activity. Their previous books, Eerie Florida and Freaky Florida provided armchair explorer and amateur ghost hunters a literal road...

On January 30, 1847, the small harbor village of Yerba Buena was rechristened "San Francisco." As the Gold Rush quickly propelled the population to over 50,000, fortunes made in the silver Comstock lode and the railroad transformed the area into the financial and cultural center of the West. Captured here in over 200 vintage images are the life and times of the city's earliest residents and their livelihoods. Spanning the mid-1800s through the early decades of the 20th century, this book o...

Head down the road less traveled with this fabulous collection of outings that showcase New England's hidden backroads. Each trip includes detailed driving instructions and insider tips on the best places to eat, shop, and explore throughout all six states of this breathtaking region. From charming historic towns to out-of-the-way state parks, discover an adventure for any time of year.Adventures include:Cape CodMartha's VineyardLake ChamplainRoute 100 i...

"Tells the stories of more than fifteen locations on South Bass Island in Lake Erie that are attached to some rather hair-raising ghostly tales." — Visit Put-in-BayBehind Put-in-Bay's breathtaking scenery and wild nightlife is a side of the island that will make your hair stand on end.Passersby claim to see the ghost of assistant lighthouse keeper Sam Anderson, who jumped to his death in the turbulent water of Lake Erie during an 1898 smallpox outb...

GET ALL THREE BOOKS IN THIS SERIES IN ONE EASY-TO-READ, DEEPLY DISCOUNTED BOX SET! GHOSTS! GHOSTS! AND MORE GHOSTS!BOOK ONE: A GHOST HUNTER'S GUIDE TO THE MOST HAUNTED PLACES IN AMERICA is a great reference for ghost enthusiasts. Each chapter includes a detailed and fascinating history and well-documented paranormal activities. The book contains dozens of black and white photographs, lots of fun facts, and helpful visitor informat...

First visited by English settlers in 1607, Virginia Beach has been a popular tourist destination ever since. The sea, sand, and sun are the most popular attractions, but throughout history the city has also been known for its unique architecture. The first geodesic dome built in the United States, designed by Buckminster Fuller, was the city's convention center for many years. The Cavalier Hotel, when built in 1927, was the state's largest brick structure. The new Cape Henry lighthouse, co...