Mostrando resultados por título "World" en Viajes y Turismo

It was on the Silk Roads that East and West first encountered each other through trade and conquest, leading to the spread of ideas, cultures, and religions. From the rise and fall of empires to the spread of Buddhism and the advent of Christianity and Islam, right up to the great wars of the 20th century - this book shows how the fate of the West has always been inextricably linked to the East.

Kacie decided to leave her life as a pro dancer in New York City and move to Italy in 2021—and she never looked back. Okay, that isn't strictly true... In You Deserve Good Gelato, Kacie reflects on the pure terror of driving on Italian roads, the trials of speaking a new language (and getting it horribly, horribly wrong), and the genuine beauty of a slower pace of life, all with humour and heart.

Anthony Bourdain saw more of the world than nearly anyone. His travels took him from the hidden pockets of his hometown of New York to a tribal longhouse in Borneo, from cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, Paris, and Shanghai to Tanzania’s utter beauty and the stunning desert solitude of Oman’s Empty Quarter - and many places beyond. In World Travel, a life of experience is collected into an entertaining, practical, fun and frank travel guide that gives listeners an introduction to some of his favorite places - in his own words.

This is the story of Barbara and Larry Savage's sometimes dangerous, often zany, but ultimately rewarding 23,000-mile global bicycle odyssey, which took them through 25 countries in two years. Miles from Nowhere is an adventure not to be missed! Along the way, these near-neophyte cyclists encountered warmhearted strangers eager to share food and shelter, bicycle-hating drivers who shoved them off the road, various wild animals, rock-throwing Egyptians, overprotective Thai policeman, motherly New Zealanders, meteorological disasters, bodily indignities, and great personal joys.

The universal appeal of Laura Ingalls Wilder springs from a life lived in partnership with the land, on farms she and her family settled across the Northeast and Midwest. In this revealing exploration of Wilder's deep connection with the natural world, Marta McDowell follows the wagon trail of the beloved Little House series. You'll learn details about Wilder's life and inspirations, pinpoint the Ingalls and Wilder homestead claims on authentic archival maps, and learn to grow the plants and vegetables featured in the series. Excerpts from Wilder's books, letters, and diaries bring to light her profound appreciation for the landscapes at the heart of her world.

Anyone who has read Jon Krakauer’s Into Thin Air or has seen a recent photo of climbers standing in line to get to the top of Everest may think they have the mountain pretty well figured out. It’s an extreme landscape where bad weather and incredible altitude can occasionally kill, but more so an overcrowded, trashed-out recreation destination where rich clients pad their egos—and social media feeds—while exploiting local Sherpas. There’s some truth to these clichés, but they’re a sliver of the story.

Beware...this book is cursed! These strange but true stories of the world's most infamous items will appeal to true believers as well as history buffs, horror fans, and anyone who loves a good spine-tingling tale.

Jamie is a traveller and entrepreneur from Australia. She was running a company at 23 and founded her own at 27.At age 30, she set out to explore the world, and has lived in various countries.She is the only person I know that has taken an Uber ride for 7 hours. That was along the coast in Mexico.She has led a full life that has included ups and downs, excitement, and lots crazy stuff, but she is still on a quest to keep it all going.A lady of many trades, she is a coach, mentor, advisor, speaker, designer, and rehabilitatorShe has predicted that she will die at an age of 103 and have written ...

Your one-stop shop for all things pet and house sitting. Join Rodney and Glenyce as they share their furry adventures and expert tips on pet and house sitting around the world. Whether you're a seasoned pet sitter or just starting out, this podcast will inspire you to combine your love of animals with your travel bug.

Thoughts? Comments? Suggestions? Send me a DM here!This week's travel talk episode with host Kim Anderson, dives deep into the transformative power of travel. This topic was inspired by her conversation with Hudson and Emily, a globetrotting couple who've conquered all 50 US states and over 150 countries worldwide. Kim explores how travel can be a catalyst for personal growth and positive change and the episode delves into the benefits of travel.She shares how travel expands horizons and exposes us to diverse cultures and perspectives, fostering a deeper understanding of the world and ...

I've got my first ever solo trip to Walt Disney World coming up later this month, and I'm bringing you along for the trip planning process. From a 4 parks in one day challenge to some casual strolling around Magic Kingdom, I'm hoping for this to be a trip with a lot of firsts. So come hotel hop, meet with travel agents, and have a lot of Disney parks fun!Check out this episode for more on Genie PlusEp 177 - Everything you need to know about Genie PlusI hope you enjoyed today's show. I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @mountains_of_magic or Facebook at Fantastical Vacations by ...

Imagine a world where laundry is a foreign concept, tan lines are extinct, and packing light means throwing a toothbrush in your bag and calling it a day. Whether you're a seasoned naturist or a curious first timer, this guide is your passport to the most liberating destinations on Earth. From sun-kissed beaches where the sand tickles your toes and, um, other parts, to secluded resorts where you can enjoy nature in all its glory (sans fabric), we’ve got you covered—or uncovered, as it were. I’ve traveled to countless nude-friendly places in my life. In fact, it’s a pre-requisite ...

John McPhee's Pulitzer Prize-winning Annals of the Former World takes readers on mind-expanding adventures in geology. In the first book, Basin and Range, McPhee traveled to Nevada with a proponent of plate techtonics. Now, an engaging sceptic working for the United States Geological Survey is his guide to some of eastern America's most fascinating geologic formations.

In 2011, Alexa West sat on her bedroom floor, packed her life into a backpack, and got on a one-way flight with just $200 in her pocket. She turned that $200 into over ten years of full-time travel. She went from budget backpacker to solo female travel expert—and now teaches thousands of women how to travel alone and make money from anywhere. The One-Way Ticket Plan reveals her decade’s worth of lessons, regrets, embarrassments, love stories, shortcuts, and problem-solving strategies—all packed into a hilarious book and actionable plan for a total life makeover.

In One Year Off, you can join the family on a trek up a Costa Rican volcano, cruise the canals of Burgundy by houseboat, and ride ferries through the Greek Islands. Later, as the Cohens wander further off the tourist trail, you can drive through the villages of Rajasthan, traverse the vast Australian Nullarbor, and discover the charms of Cambodia's Angkor Wat and the hidden shangri-las of northern Laos.

In November of 1965, after numerous months of speculation surrounding a mystery industry that had been purchasing large amounts of land in central Florida, Walt Disney finally put an end to the rumors. He announced to the public his grandiose plans for the thousands of acres he had secretly purchased. For the 18 months prior to the announcement, Walt entrusted a small group of men to covertly make these purchases.

Catalogado como el youtuber de viajes más importante de Colombia, Juan Díaz presenta su audiolibro Inadaptados. Una reflexión profunda sobre distintas culturas, una crítica social a los sistemas de diferentes países y potencias mundiales, en un crudo viaje que dejará a sus oyentes una postura sobre la falsa idea que nos venden del mundo, el éxito, el romanticismo, la felicidad, el turismo y la búsqueda del propósito.

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want an edible experience? Would you like some culinary guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Eat Like a Local book is for you. Culinary tourism is an important aspect of any travel experience. Food has the ability to tell you a story of a destination, its landscapes, and culture on a single plate.

Tales of a Female Nomad is the story of Rita Golden Gelman, an ordinary woman who is living an extraordinary existence. At the age of 48, on the verge of a divorce, Rita left an elegant life in Los Angeles to follow her dream of connecting with people in cultures all over the world. In 1986, she sold her possessions and became a nomad, living in a Zapotec village in Mexico, sleeping with sea lions on the Galapagos Islands, and residing everywhere from thatched huts to regal palaces.

In 1895, when Captain Joshua Slocum completed the first solo circumnavigation on his 37-foot sloop, the Spray, no one believed it could be done. This firsthand account of Captain Slocum's remarkable voyage - 3 years and 46,000 miles - is full of adventures, dangers, and triumphs. Stormy seas, hostile natives, Moorish pirates, and even a bizarre meeting with President Paul Kruger of the Transvaal, who insisted that Slocum could never have sailed "around the world," since everyone with the meanest intelligence knew the world was flat, make up the fabric of the most wonderful travelogue of all.