A new Amish love relationship approaches. But obstacles emerging...Aubrey Forrest's Rumspringa is quickly approaching. She knows all too well what the ramifications can be for choosing to leave the community. Although she's not to discuss it, the pain is still very real for her. After witnessing the excommunication of someone she loved dearly, Aubrey is not too keen on going through this rite of passage herself.Jamie Miller's Rumspringa is approach...

Bullying has become a major problem among school-age children everywhere. This book captures how siblings are being bullied just for being who they are. Find out what they did to stop it before it goes too far, and make a change at their school.

Latvia is a historic and pretty coastal European country on the Baltic Sea that is bordered by Estonia, Lithuania, Russia and Belarus. The capital Riga is a World Heritage Site. Next door, Lithuania is also an emerging tourist destination in the era of low-cost flights in Europe. The country has beautiful rivers, lakes, forests and natural areas occupy large parts of the country.

Located between the Oslo fjord and the moose-inhabited forests, Norway’s capital and largest city is a melting pot. With glass-covered skyscrapers, trendy bars and royal parks, Oslo is one of the wealthiest European cities. The Norwegian Fjords are located in West Norway near to the cities of Bergen and Ålesund and have been rated as the world's top tourist destination by National Geographic magazine. Geiranger, in Møre og Romsdal and Nærøyfjord, in Sogn og Fjordane are also highly-rated U...

Lapland is not a country but it is actually a region that stretches across Finland, Russia, Norway and Sweden. Nearly all of Lapland falls within the Arctic Circle. The largest part of Lapland is in Finland, where approximately a quarter of the country is Lappish. For thousands of years people have been fascinated by Norway’s Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) and its magical display of coloured lights dancing across northern skies. These northern lights are caused by the earth’s magnetic f...

An eclectic and thriving metropolis of over two million people, Stockholm is a visually appealing Swedish city built on 14 islands that are connected by 57 bridges. Wide boulevards and fine buildings keep perfect company with painted wooden houseboats and ultramodern skyscrapers. Sweden’s west coast city of Gothenburg (Göteborg) is the second-largest city in Sweden and has a population of 520,000. Gothenburg University is the largest in the Nordic countries with over 65,000 students.

Moscow is the capital of the Russian Federation and its most famous attraction, the Kremlin, is full of historic significance. Architecture from the Russian Empire can still be seen in the city and signs of wealth abound. Moscow was once the capital of the former Soviet Union (USSR) prior to the end of the Cold War. Located on the Gulf of Finland and the Baltic Sea, St. Petersburg is one of the most attractive cities in Russia and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Founded in 1703 by Tsar Pe...

Tallinn is the capital of Estonia and the oldest capital city in northern Europe. Estonia is one of the smallest countries in Europe and Tallinn’s well-preserved buildings and Old World feel delight its visitors. The city is the financial, business and technology hub of the Baltic region and The New York Times has called the city the “Silicon Valley on the Baltic Sea.” Helsinki is Finland’s capital located on the Gulf of Finland in the country’s south. This Scandanavian city is surrounded ...

A Baltic cruise offers something no other cruise can, a new capital to explore virtually every day. A typical cruise programme includes Stockholm, Helsinki, St Petersburg, Tallinn, Rostock & Varnemünde, Copenhagen, Oslo and others. Organised trips from the cruise ship are invariably on offer and often good value. We are far too independent and like to organise ourselves. It turned out surprisingly easy at all of these destinations, except St Petersburg. Just pick up a day card to cover you...

Children enjoy learning about cultures that differ from what they are accustomed to. A Nations of Europe picture book opens the door to new experiences, and introduces children to new ideas and concepts through learning about the differences and commonalities between nations. Exposing children to other customs, languages, types of government, and landscapes broadens their horizons and increases their open-mindedness. A picture book can be used as a gateway vehicle to enhancing a child's in...

(approx. 930 pages) Our illustrated travel guide features of the best information from an experienced traveler as well as other local resources. It's just what you need to help you to plan your trip in advance and to accompany you on-the-ground. Finding Internet access when traveling can be a problem so carry your mobile guidebook in the palm of your hand. We include a fully linked Table of Contents to access context-specific information quickly and...

Helsinki is an intimate city located on the Gulf of Finland in the country’s south, surrounded by water on three sides, and consisting of thousands of tiny islands, inlets and skerries. Regarded as a modern city that is known for its high quality design and technology, Helsinki can easily be explored on foot, or by taking a few short tram journeys.   TABLE OF CONTENTS:  Introducing Helsinki Overview Culture Orientation and Location Climate and When to Visit Sightseeing Highlights...