Travel Writing & Commentary

Twenty years ago, Bill Bryson went on a trip around Britain to discover and celebrate that green and pleasant land. The result was Notes from a Small Island, a true classic and one of the bestselling travel books ever written....

Into Thin Air is the definitive, personal account of the deadliest season in the history of Everest...

A powerful, blazingly honest memoir: the story of an eleven-hundred-mile solo hike that broke down a young woman reeling from catastrophe - and built her back up again....

The River of Doubt brings alive extraordinary events in a powerful nonfiction narrative thriller that happens to feature one of the most famous Americans who ever lived....

The Appalachian Trail trail stretches from Georgia to Maine and covers some of the most breathtaking terrain in America - majestic mountains, silent forests, sparking lakes....

When Englishman Chris Broad landed in a rural village in northern Japan he wondered if he'd made a huge mistake. With no knowledge of the language and zero teaching experience, was he was about to be the most quickly fired English teacher in Japan's history....

One of the most important and influential books of the past half-century, Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance tells the iconic story of a father and son's motorcycle trip across America in the 1960s....

Step inside this captivating account of Paulo Coehlo's pilgrimage along the road to Santiago. This fascinating parable explores the need to find one's own path....

Despite what appeared to be a glamorous existence full of globetrotting adventures, behind the scenes, Anna felt invisible in her own life....

Join Southern comedian duo Trae Crowder and Corey Ryan Forrester in this hilarious and irreverent travel guide as they wander about ponderin' the peculiarities beyond their small-town front porches....

David Foster Wallace brings to nonfiction the same curiosity, hilarity, and exhilarating verbal facility that has delighted readers of his fiction, including the best-selling Infinite Jest....

In the first of three essays included in this audiobook, Bill Bryson decides to move back to the United States, after nearly two decades in Britain. But not before taking one last trip....

More than 20 years ago, Frances Mayes introduced readers to a wondrous new world when she bought and restored an abandoned Tuscan villa called Bramasole. Under the Tuscan Sun inspired generations to embark on their own journeys....

The acclaimed, award-winning novelist takes us on some of his most memorable journeys in this revelatory collection of travel essays that spans the globe....

Hungry is a book about not only the hunger for food, but for risk, for reinvention, for creative breakthroughs, and for connection....

This is a stirring, vivid book about one of the most compelling and dangerous of all human pursuits....

Paul Rosolie’s extraordinary adventure in the uncharted tributaries of the Western Amazon - a tale of discovery that vividly captures the awe, beauty, and isolation of this endangered land....

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After living in Britain for two decades, Bill Bryson recently moved back to the United States with his English wife and four children....

From the unique perspective of David Sedaris comes a new collection of essays taking his listeners on a bizarre and stimulating world tour....

"Not long after I moved with my family to a small town in New Hampshire, I happened upon a path....

An intimate, funny, and poignant travel memoir follows New York Times bestselling author and actor Andrew McCarthy as he walks the Camino de Santiago with his son Sam....

John Kretschmer is sailing’s practical philosopher - as much a doer as a thinker. And that is the overarching theme of this chronicle of a sailing life....

Before climbers Joe Simpson and Simon Yates were able to reach the unclimbed West Face of the remote Siula Grande, disaster struck....

Vagabonding is about taking time off from your normal life - from six weeks to four months to two years - to discover and experience the world on your own terms....

“A story that encompasses a lifetime. It is rich in imagery and sometimes light and funny, despite the seriousness of the backdrop of a Cuba still in chains.” Susana Jiménez-Mueller, international podcaster of The Green Plantain – The Cuban Series Project and author of Now I Swim. “An amazing story that spans decades. It takes readers on a roller coaster ride of highs and lows and keeps them wanting to know what's around the corner. Then, when the ride seems to end, there's one last surprise waiting.” Conchita Hernández Hicks, author of Leaving Havana. An engrossing tale, funny ...

Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, this comprehensive guidebook is packed with everything you need to make the most out of your Amsterdam adventure!

Get the most out of your trip with emotional strategies for travel success. World traveler and educator Hope Pilot offers helpful suggestions to get the most out of your vacation. Overcome the malaise of life with the goal-setting inherent to travel. Full of humorous personal stories and practical examples, you'll be entertained as you learn how to avoid stress both at home and on the road.

Following the mighty river upstream, this highly acclaimed, award-winning travelogue takes the listener on a voyage through 2000 miles of spectacular landscapes and fiercely contested territory, and back through 5000 years of rich and eventful history.

Dive into an enlightening journey that embraces the lifestyle of living free with "Roaming Roots". Spanning multiple chapters, this eBook explores the crossroads between nomadism and the innate quest for a sense of home. Venture into the heart of this thrilling yet possible lifestyle and discover the advantages and challenges of embracing a nomadic way of life. This comprehensive guide provides unique insights into understanding the psychological need for a place called home. It delves into the intricate ties between home and identity and its significance as a zone of emotional safety. "...

Dive deep into the resilient heart of America with "Beyond the Collapse", an insightful exploration of microcommunities rising from the ashes. Step into a new America, where spirit, resilience, and innovation color a landscape reshaped by unforeseen challenges. Each chapter invites you on a journey across the country, unearthing the vibrant beauty that thrives in crisis. Discover the importance of microcommunities, these unique clusters of society that posses the ability to revolutionize and adapt in the face of adversity. Traversing the wide expanse of the American West, meet mountain ...

**Unveil the Serenity of Life's Simplest Pleasures with "Simple Joys Unearthed"** Embark on an enlightening journey that transcends the hustle of the modern world, guiding you towards the heartwarming allure of life's uncomplicated treasures. "Simple Joys Unearthed" is your companion through a tapestry of cultural festivities and timeless rituals that celebrate the elegance of simplicity. In a world brimming with complexity, the chapters of this compelling eBook offer a sanctuary where simplicity blossoms in every corner of global traditions. Discover how the quiet allure of Minimalism ...

Embark on an extraordinary journey of wanderlust and discovery in "Retirement Travel After Work Unveiling the Ultimate Retirement Travel Guide." This comprehensive guide is designed to empower retirees with the knowledge, tips, and inspiration needed to create unforgettable travel experiences during their golden years. Retirement opens up a world of endless possibilities, and this book is your passport to a life of adventure. Whether you dream of strolling through ancient cobblestone streets in Europe, basking in the sun on pristine tropical beaches, or immersing yourself in vibrant ...

Discover the iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and cultural treasures that make Amsterdam unique. From the picturesque canals and historic architecture to world-class museums and bustling markets, this guide provides detailed descriptions and insider tips to help you navigate the city with ease.

Peter Marshall was born in Orkney, his ancestors were farmers and farm labourers on the northern island of Sanday – where, in 1624, one of them was murdered by a witch. Merging his local experience with wider historical expertise, Marshall looks afresh at a small group of islands that has been treated as a mere footnote, remote and peripheral, and in doing so invites us to think differently about key events of British history.

Dead horses, armed border guards and furious Slavs stand in the way. Join Andy on his battered old Suzuki GS1000G as we cross Europe, and ride together through the Iron Curtain to reach the very edge of Asia. Filled with adventure and humor, poignant and accidentally informative, this true-life story tells of travel in an era long gone, when we read paper maps like pirates on the high seas, and friends were made and lost along roads less traveled.

With "One-Way Ticket," Author Suzanne Wentley, a digital nomad and professional journalist, invites the listener on five sensational years of non-stop international travel. It all begins ten years ago, when this thirty-something leaves behind her plush office job, fully furnished home, and stable community of friends. With her orange cat Penelope, she embarks on a thirty-two-foot sailboat and eventually earns her US Coast Guard captain's license. Then, she divests down to a single backpack for more travels.

In this inspiring memoir—the antidote to the “just quit your job and ditch all your belongings to backpack the world” mentality—a young woman explores how she took calculated risks to follow her dreams: traveling and living abroad without sacrificing stability and comfort. Helene Sula always knew she wanted to pursue something a little different from a “normal life”—not an outright rejection of the conventional path many of her peers embraced but one that empowered her to experience other cultures and corners of the globe.

Adventures in Volcanoland charts journeys across deserts, through jungles and up ice caps, to some of the world's most important volcanoes, from Nicaragua to Hawaii, Santorini to Ethiopia, exploring Tamsin Mather's obsession with these momentous geological formations, the cultural and religious roles they have played in the minds of those living around them at different times throughout history, and the science behind their formation and eruptions.

After college getting her dream job in New York City, Kristen Van Nest thought she had everything a modern millennial was supposed to want: a sexy zip code, a boyfriend, and a corporate job. But instead of feeling content, she soon realized she had no idea who she was and what made her happy. Naturally, she did what any sane person would do: hopped on a plane and spent the rest of her twenties living abroad and traveling the world in search of love, adventure, and new and exciting places to eat bread.