This book captures the author's experiences during his visit to America with his wife, where they stayed with their daughter, Sups, and son-in-law, Neerju, in Austin. It follows his journey from the very first day until the last, sharing his impressions and feelings throughout.The author traveled across several U.S. states with his family, including Texas, California, New York, Oklahoma, and Colorado. Throughout the book, he shares his observations about the American people, their c...

The 2nd edition of The Solo Traveler’s Handbook offers more stories and tips on solo travel fun and safety. Part how-to manual and part travel literature, it will help you venture out with confidence to discover yourself as you discover the world! It is part of The Traveler's Handbook Series which also includes books on career break, food, luxury and volunteer travel. The Solo Traveler’s Handbook offers:  A comprehensive how and why of solo travel.  Real solo travel stories.  Solo and s...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • "James and Deborah Fallows have always moved to where history is being made.... They have an excellent sense of where world-shaping events are taking place at any moment" —The New York Times • The basis for the HBO documentary streaming on HBO MaxFor five years, James and Deborah Fallows have travelled across America in a single-engine prop airplane. Visiting dozens of towns, the America they saw is acutely conscious of its problems—f...

**Winner of the 2018 Taste Canada Awards - Culinary NarrativesVikram Vij, one of Canada’s great chefs, shares his story of the trials and triumphs in building a world-renowned food empire**Fragrant with the smells of cumin, turmeric, fennel, and cloves, Vij reveals the story of Vikram Vij, one of Canada’s most celebrated chefs and entrepreneurs. Co-owner of the world-famous Vij’s Restaurant in Vancouver, his story is a true rags-to-riches tale of a college dropout ...

Travel statistics say that baby boomers travel more than any other age group in America—and that an ever increasing number of them are looking for ways to spend their leisure time in substantial, meaningful ways. One especially fast-growing area of interest is the "experience-driven" or "wellness" vacation, a proactive approach based on the idea that true recreation involves positive engagement: acquiring a new skill or volunteering to share your own expertise; exercising your intellect or...

Off Track Planet's Travel Guide for the Young, Sexy, and Broke is a comprehensive, uncensored travel guide that gives you all the tools at your fingertips to reignite your sense of adventure and travel the world to over 100 destinations.The editors of Off Track Planet specialize in inspiring the young, sexy masses to get off their asses and out into the world. Conquer the world's greatest mountains, oceans, and footpaths, let your passion for food take you...

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....

WHAT ARE YOU DOING THE REST OF YOUR LIFE?Where, and maybe more importantly, how do you want to live once you've escaped the 9-to-5?Barbara Corcoran has built her career on knowing where people will live even before they know it themselves! Now she turns her keen eye toward predicting "the next big thing" in real estate-where and how the over 77 million baby boomers will live when they retire.In Nextville, Corcoran identifies the top eight trends that are changing wh...

A long-time Austinite and journalist’s exploration of the profound movements that have shaped Austin, Texas—charting the shifts within its vibrant music scene, the impact of rapid urbanization, and the challenges of gentrification in this work of social commentary—ultimately questioning what this city’s transformation signals for American urban identity.Austin isn’t what it used to be.This is a common sentiment amongst locals, offered with the same confused—and often disapp...

Lonely Planet's Colorado is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Take in the breath-taking Rockies, enjoy the Apres-Ski scene in Aspen and learn about the Old Wild West in Silverton; all with your trusted travel companion.Inside Lonely Planet's Colorado Travel Guide:Lone...

Abandoned lots and litter-strewn pathways, or rows of green beans and pockets of wildflowers? Graffiti-marked walls and desolate bus stops, or shady refuges and comfortable seating? What transforms a dingy, inhospitable area into a dynamic gathering place? How do individuals take back their neighborhood?Neighborhoods decline when the people who live there lose their connection and no longer feel part of their community. Recapturing that sense of belonging and pride of place can be ...

Top music and book gifts for 2023 — Seattle TimesDiscover the best of Seattle in a whole new way! Here are 125 secret spots, beloved locales, and unexpected destinations offer endless options for date night and weekend adventures.From the authors of the bestselling Portland Book of Dates comes this insider's guide to the coolest spots in Seattle and Washington state. A visual delight, the illustrated book marries style and substanc...