Europe

For centuries, works of art have been stolen in countless ways from all over the world, but no one has been quite as successful at it as the master thief Stéphane Breitwieser....

Greater Than a Tourist - Lloret de Mar, Costa Brava, Spain by Ilse Briejer offers the inside scoop on Lloret de Mar....

When she was suddenly given the opportunity of a new life in rural Jutland, journalist and archetypal Londoner Helen Russell discovered a startling statistic....

A road trip book with a difference. Stars of Outlander - Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish - explore Scotland, a land of raw beauty, poetry, feuding, music, history and warfare....

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....

Peter Mayle personally recounts the pleasures and frustrations of Provençal life--sharing in a way no one else can, the unique and endearing culture that is Provence....

Scotsman Andrew McAlindon provides a guide to the extraordinary tapestry of the land, history, folklore and stories of his homeland....

Bill Bryson is an unabashed Anglophile who, through a mistake of history, happened to be born and bred in Iowa. Righting that error, he spent 20 years in England before deciding to repatriate....

Arabian Sands is Wilfred Thesiger’s stunning account of five years spent crossing the Arabian Peninsula by foot and on camels, with nomadic Bedouin tribesmen as guides....

What do Vikings know about raising children? Turns out, quite a lot... After a decade of living in Denmark and raising a family there, Helen Russell noticed...

The enchanted island of Corfu was home to Gerald Durrell and his family for five years before the Second World War....

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....

From the acclaimed author of The Wild Places comes an engrossing exploration of walking and thinking....

Are there any genuinely wild places left in Britain and Ireland? Or have we tarmacked, farmed and built ourselves out of wildness? In his...

When Victoria and Joe return to their Spanish mountain village, they are still reeling from their year in the Middle East. Sighing with relief, they prepare to settle down to a peaceful life with the familiar characters of the village.

What does it take to master French cooking? This is the question that drives Bill Buford to abandon his perfectly happy life in New York City and pack up and (with a wife and three-year-old twin sons in tow) move to Lyon, the so-called gastronomic capital of France....

Life in a Medieval City is the classic account of the year 1250 in the city of Troyes, in modern-day France....

Paris was practically perfect - although for Craig Carlson one thing was still missing: the good ol' American breakfast he loved so much....

Funny, touching, endearing - Peter Mayle's Provence proves the adage that while you may not be able to escape from it all, you sure can have fun trying....

Spain is an immemorial land like no other, one that James A. Michener, the Pulitzer Prize–winning author and celebrated citizen of the world, came to love as his own. Iberia is Michener’s enduring nonfiction tribute to his cherished second home....

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....

There are a lot of different ways to learn a language—studying books, taking a class, or even watching foreign movies. But I’m an auditory learner. I have to hear and repeat the language to make it stick. And that’s what you’ll experience with this audiobook....

The powerful story of a 1,000-mile healing walk—from the lochs of Scotland to England's southwest coast—in a remarkable evocation of modern-day Britain....

In Polish Short Stories: 11 Simple Stories for Beginners Who Want to Learn Polish in Less Time While Also Having Fun, you will encounter rich and new but not too complex vocabulary, which is translated at the end of the chapter....

Byron and Hitler were equally entranced by Rome's most famous monument, the Colosseum. Mid-Victorians admired the hundreds of varieties of flowers in its crannies and occasionally shuddered at its reputation for contagion, danger, and sexual temptation....

Imagine waking up to sunlit mornings over the Aegean, savoring life’s simple joys in a land where ancient history meets timeless beauty. Retiring to Greece is your ultimate guide to transforming your golden years into a Mediterranean adventure. Whether you dream of settling on a tranquil island, exploring vibrant cities, or embracing the warmth of village life, this book equips you with everything you need to make the move—from navigating visas and healthcare to immersing yourself in Greece’s rich culture and traditions. Packed with practical advice, inspiring stories, and insights ...

Spain isn’t just a country; it’s also an experience. From sun-drenched beaches and picturesque islands to vibrant cities and historic villages, Spain offers a little bit of everything for every traveler. And if you’re a nudist? Well, let me tell you: Spain is your paradise. This country is one of the most welcoming places in the world for naturists, with countless destinations where you can strip down, feel the breeze, and embrace life in your most natural state. What makes Spain such a haven for nudists? It starts with the culture. Spaniards have a relaxed attitude toward nudity, ...

When people think of France, they picture romantic cobblestone streets, decadent pastries, and the Eiffel Tower sparkling in the night. But for those of us who embrace the nudist lifestyle, France offers something even better: the ultimate destination for living life bare. This country isn’t just about wine and cheese (though there’s plenty of that, too); it’s a nudist’s paradise, where beaches, villages, resorts, and even city streets invite you to shed your clothes and experience freedom in its purest form. I still remember my first trip to a French naturist beach. I’d done my ...

Merri Melde has spent over two cumulative years of her life traveling, answering to an inexplicable need to see the world, to experience different adventures, cultures, people and places. Taken from her travel journals, Somewhere Else features some of her backpack travels in Nepal, where she trekked the Annapurna Circuit; India, where exceptional highs and vexing lows included visiting the most incredible Taj Mahal, riding camels in the Rajasthan desert, and enduring a most entertaining 889-mile second class unreserved train ride from Bombay to Cochin; Zimbabwe, where she survived a day of ...

An Insider's Guide to Venice, the captivating second book in the Insider Travel Series, is perfect for culture enthusiasts who love to stray from the tourist path. Get hooked by Marco's anecdotes and insider tips as he reveals hidden gems tucked away in narrow streets and canals—from charming cafés to lesser-known churches. Written as though the two of you were having a conversation over an Aperol Spritz, his suggestions will help you experience Venice like a local and sidestep the tourist traps with this entertaining guide.

In 1773, Boswell enticed his famous English friend Samuel Johnson to accompany him on a tour through the highlands and western islands of Scotland. Johnson was then in his mid sixties. The two travellers set out from Edinburgh and skirted the eastern and northeastern coasts of Scotland, passing through St Andrews, Aberdeen and Inverness. They then passed into the highlands and spent several weeks on various islands in the Hebrides, including Skye, Coll, and Mull. After a visit to Boswell's estate at Auchinleck, the travellers returned to Edinburgh.

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local author, it is never too late to visit Ohrid. Greater Than a Tourist - Ohrid, Macedonia by Marina Ivanovska offers the inside scoop on Ohrid, the city of pearls. 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.

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want to try something new? Would you like some guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Greater Than a Tourist book is for you.

Travel Like a Local is a series of travel guidebooks written by local experts to help travelers explore new places like an insider. From learning about the culture and customs to finding the best restaurants and attractions, these guidebooks provide comprehensive information to ensure a hassle-free unforgettable journey. Each guidebook is packed with insider tips and recommendations, tailored specifically to the location, so you can make the most of your time and truly get to know the destination.

Greater Than a Tourist: The Netherlands by Author Livvy Skelton-Price offers first-hand and personal insight into the best ways to visit the beautiful flower filled lands of The Netherlands.