Travel Self Discovery

A dream fulfilled Traveling overseas and backpacking around Europe seemed like an out-of-reach dream for John Clark, until he learned of the Camino de Santiago in Spain, a 500-mile pilgrimage across the country that dates back more than 1,200 years. With encouragement from family and friends, never having traveled outside the United States, the self-proclaimed homebody from Texas hopped on a plane at age 53 alone and headed for the Iberian Peninsula. It wasn’t just the beginning of a month-long journey, but also, as he would discover, the beginning of a new life. Facing fear, regret and ...

Gail Muller was told she’d be in a wheelchair by the age of 40. At 41, she set out to hike one of the world’s toughest treks: the Appalachian Trail - a 2,200-mile journey that would help her reclaim her life and heal her mind and body. An inspiring, moving, and uplifting memoir for fans of Cheryl Strayed’s Wild and Elizabeth Gilbert’s Eat, Pray, Love.

Embark on a journey of self-discovery with Solo Travel Made Simple, your essential guide to exploring the world on your own terms. Have you ever dreamt of wandering through ancient streets, savoring exotic flavors, and immersing yourself in vibrant cultures without the constraints of a group schedule? This eBook is your passport to the enriching world of solo travel, combining practical advice with inspirational insights to fuel your wanderlust. Start your adventure by understanding why solo travel is capturing the hearts of adventurers everywhere. You’ll uncover the numerous benefits of ...

“It held my interest from cover to cover.” – Qat Wanders, editor and bestselling author. Poignant and wry, Standing Out is a profoundly honest story that explores the nature of belonging and finding one's place in the world. Angela had a confusing childhood. Born in New York City to Chinese parents, at the age of three, the family relocated to Kenya in East Africa for her father’s UN job. At school, she lost friends every year to diplomatic transfer. And Dad required her to blend in while traveling with her parents on home leave to China every two years. The loss of a brother when ...

*** Please note that this book will be republished soon. Follow me or join my mailing list for updates.*** ☆☆☆☆☆ 'Satisfying, brilliant, thrilling and funny!' (Marcia, Goodreads) Crikey mate! It’s 1983. Wham! are top of the charts. Two besties are on their Big O.E. in London. Then one of them meets a bloke and things turn to shit. Jafa, Jennie Agatha Frances Arthur, is a bit pissed off, to say the least. She can’t understand it. It’s not like he, the bloke – Nigel - is George Michael, or anything. Not even close. Jennie and Evie had planned this trip of a lifetime since ...

Leslie White knew she wanted more out of life - She found it in an unlikely place. Devastated from the loss of both parents to cancer nine months apart, Leslie vowed to change her life. She bought the neighbor’s old motorhome, found a job as a traveling histologist, and hit the road. But she found she could not trust the one person she was still holding onto.

An intimate and inspiring true story of love, loss, addiction, and redemption. Lisa’s life is high-glamour and high-octane, publishing bestselling books and walking the red-carpet at London movie premieres. But the reality behind the gloss is very different: she is stuck in an unhappy marriage, stressed out in a toxic job, and grieving for her parents. She begins to rely on alcohol to get her through it all and embarks on an illicit affair. Lisa leaves her husband, hoping to find absolution and happiness in a new relationship, but the world of dating for a 43-year-old is not what she ...

What happens when a young woman’s spontaneous trip turns into a lifelong adventure in Japan? At just 24, Suzy left behind her familiar life in Israel, chasing the allure of the Far East. What began as a brief escape to Thailand—quickly turned into a bold leap into the unknown. There, she became a hostess in Tokyo, married a local businessman in a traditional Oriental marriage, and bravely adapted to Japanese culture, balancing stark contrasts between Israel and Japan. This autobiography offers more than a tourist’s view of Japan, revealing the real challenges of cultural adaptation, ...

Rachel Moore will get fired if she doesn't come back to New York with an exclusive about Rio de Janeiro. Standing in her way and bullying her for her curves is supermodel Chantal. But her hot, Brazilian tour guide, Otavio, tells her curves are admired in Brazil. Rachel is challenged to get out of her comfort zone and dance at the samba school and carnival, and perform a striptease at a bachelorette party. Will Rachel be able to let go of her past and embrace the body-positive view? Rebecca S.: “Wow! Couldn’t put it down and loved every minute of it!” Book Pipeline: “The Brazilian ...

My Fiji!: A Short Trip to Paradise for Less Than US$1,000 is the 5th volume in K.I. Peeler's World Travel Series. It is about her travel to Fiji that took place in June, 2017. She found an ad of a travel agency that offered a trip to paradise for less than US$1,000. All she knew about this small island country in the middle of the South Pacific was the FIJI water that she saw on the shelf of her local WalMart. She did research before embarking on this particular journey. Little did she know that she would discover so much about Fiji, its people, and herself.

A MYSTICAL ADVENTURE At forty-two, Anthony Holdampf thought he had everything a man was supposed to want: loving fiancée, thriving business, beautiful home and luxurious lifestyle - yet - instead of feeling happy and content he felt unfulfilled and empty inside. Soon his life would unravel, piece by piece… until he would lose it all. Desperate and broken hearted he leaves everything behind and sets out on a quest for self-love, inner peace and life's meaning. This wise and captivating book is a simultaneous odyssey that takes place both in the physical and inner worlds. Set against the ...

MAXY AWARDS "BOOK OF THE YEAR" A jackpot winner trapped by the lottery curse. A young journalist desperate to rebuild her ruined career. An extraordinary train ride neither of them will ever forget. $250 million dollars . . . That’s what Phillip Westford received after winning the largest lottery in history. But little did he know, the sudden wealth would soon cost him everything he held dear, leaving his once perfect life now in shambles. Then on one crisp fall day in a New York City park, the despondent lottery champion meets an old, kind, mysterious Irishman named Patrick O’Rourke, ...

Are you bracing for the transition into an empty nest? The Empty Nest Transition is your comprehensive guide to navigating this significant life stage with grace and confidence. This eBook covers every aspect of transforming your life as your children leave home, offering practical advice and emotional support throughout the process. Dive into an exploration of the Empty Nest Syndrome, understanding the emotional landscape and the financial and practical changes that accompany this phase. Discover how to redefine your role from a caregiver to a guide, reconnect with your partner, and find ...

The book "Mind Cycles: Motorcycles, Medicine, and Memory" explores the journey of a doctor who decides to learn how to ride a motorcycle, using this experience as a metaphor for personal growth and exploration. The narrative covers a range of topics, including the acquisition of new skills, the relationship between risk-taking and personal insights, and the exploration of various landscapes and human behaviors. The book delves into the author's personal history, importance of camaraderie, and the physics involved in motorcycling. Key experiences include participating in the Sturgis Black ...

Blaze never cared about her culture. Not the people, not the land, and certainly not Sioux history. Facing heartache after heartache, she would just rather give up and forget everything. When a mystic journal written hundreds of years ago by Chief Black Raven is discovered, her life makes a drastic change. Beneath the power of the full moon, a magic ritual is performed, and it sends Blaze spiraling into the past. Now she is on her own in a time she knows nothing about. Blaze Clark must face her fears, fall in love, and embrace her Sioux heritage to become She-Cougar, the Sioux maiden ...

Embark on a Journey of Self-Discovery and join our brave protagonist on a 900-kilometer pilgrimage from Vezelay to St Jean Pied de Port, traversing the stunning landscapes of central and southwestern France. Inspired by real-life events, The Caminoman is a gripping tale of adventure, self-discovery, and transformation. As you follow the footsteps of our protagonist, you'll encounter a diverse cast of characters in unforgettable settings, and uncover the true essence of the Camino. With its breathtaking backdrop and poignant storytelling, this riveting tale will resonate with fans of ...

Of all the women and men Noni Blake has pleased in her life, there’s one she’s often overlooked - herself. After the end of a decade-long relationship, Noni decides it’s time for that to change. She’s finally going to prioritize her wants and desires and only do things (and people) that feel good in the moment. As she embarks on a pleasure-seeking quest that takes her halfway around the world, she discovers that maybe she can have everything, and everyone, she’s ever wanted.

Alexandra has written a diary-style guide and narration of her incredible travels and unfolding spiritual journey. Twelve months of adventure, wanderlust and healing as a solo female traveller through New Zealand, Australia and South East Asia. It's written for women, who are in doubt or hesitant to take a plunge and embark on their first time long-term travel. Alexandra firmly believes her personal experiences and life lessons learned through the journey can benefit anyone wanting to travel and dig deeper into personal development. Travel doesn't have to be expensive, complicated or daring...

After nearly drowning in Greece, Christine Stovell was determined never to get on a boat again. The sailing kind? Definitely not. Yet when she married a keen sailor and became joint owner of a vintage wooden yacht, she somehow managed to sail halfway round Britain, despite never finding her sea legs. Insightful, funny and raw, Christine’s story captures the joy, terror and wonder of a novice, seasick sailor out on the waves in a small wooden boat. Her adventures have taken her through sleepy backwaters and high seas, from Essex to west Wales and across to France. Along the way, she’s ...

“Without the journey, there is no destination.” What would you do if the mother who neglected you showed up out of the blue, asked you to drive her cross-country for doctor-assisted suicide, and donate your kidney to your brother, who is awaiting an immediate transplant? Would you slam the door on her or be bound to an act of mercy? Portland Bound tells the gut-wrenching story of Charles Caine traveling from Portland, ME, to Portland, OR, with his estranged Mother, his current girlfriend, and his high school sweetheart. Charlie’s hate, bitterness, and search for true love have his ...