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A candid pictorial review of two airports on different sides of the world in the post 9-11 era, and how each has adjusted to modern day security threats. Which one has maintained good relations with its users and employees, and which side has become one of the worst rated in the world?

You're young, living comfortably in southern California. You're financially secure, though you don't know why or how. Your husband simply ignores you when you ask too many questions. He's hoping for another job overseas, doing something. You're not sure what, but you suspect it's not what he says. You marriage is shaky. You survived a war in Cyprus together, and lost everything. Now you're basically biding time. A letter arrives from friends you knew in Cyprus, now sailing a new yacht from Taiwan to Europe.

The inspiration for this book came from a thought that deeply intrigued me – what if an alien visited Japan, seeking to understand the life here? Where would I, who have been living in this country for over ten years, take him? Perhaps on a tour of a typical corporate office, presenting him with “the average day in the life of a salaryman”, would this be enough to capture the essence of Japanese life? Certainly not. To truly penetrate the soul of Japan requires a journey across its vast expanse, engaging with the myriad personalities that stitch together the nation's cultural and ...

Are you travelling or just interested about Sri Lanka? This guide is packed with information, a short but concise book that will wake your interest about this country.

Tokyo is a city of contrasts—where ancient temples stand alongside futuristic skyscrapers, and neon-lit streets give way to serene gardens. For photographers, it offers an endless playground of light, motion, and culture. Whether you’re an amateur with a smartphone or a seasoned professional with a DSLR, this guide will help you capture Tokyo’s magic frame by frame. Whether you’re seeking to master street photography, capture the city’s mesmerizing nightscapes, or document the seasonal beauty of cherry blossoms and autumn foliage, this guide will provide you with insights, tips, ...

A classic of travel writing, ‘A Short Walk in the Hindu Kush’ is Eric Newby’s iconic account of his journey through one of the most remote and beautiful wildernesses on earth. It was 1956, and Eric Newby was earning an improbable living in the chaotic family business of London haute...

This guidebook offers an unfiltered, in-depth exploration of Thailand beyond the typical tourist experience. It delves into the country's rich history, authentic culture, and hidden gems across various regions, from bustling Bangkok to serene islands. The book provides practical advice on navigating Thai cuisine, festivals, and customs, while also offering insights into common pitfalls and how to avoid them for a more meaningful travel experience.

A Unique Guide for those Aspiring to Relocate to the Kingdom of Thailand. If you are considering moving to Thailand and only read one book in 2022...make it this one!Are you one of the growing number of people who are dissatisfied with their lives in the West? Looking for an exciting sea change to tropical locales? Moving to Thailand takes a unique look at the process of disentangling yourself from your life and provides a practical approach to how you can relocate to the country of Thailand. Exploring the essential elements of expatriation, this book covers everything you need to know to ...

Updated and Revised THIRD EDITION An eye-opening, informative guide for the adventure of growing old in Japan. Are you aware of the risks lurking behind the Japanese inheritance system? Under the new rules, do you qualify for a Japanese pension after all? Do you know how to minimize your Japanese health care costs? Can you navigate the maze of senior housing options? What can make a Japanese will invalid? Discover all this and much, much more in this practical, easy-to-follow guide that details the specific paperwork and vocabulary you need to know. Learn what to expect, what to watch out ...

Things started to go wrong (or right) when she introduced her sister, Bee (it might have been “Pee”), 23 – another tight little package, and her first day in the bar. I was in love! In stereo! This, and many more, post-Covid encounters are described in this book. It is also a sort of guide as it gives detailed information about the bars, including prices for lady drinks and barfines. There are also numerous hints and tips about how to get the most out of your visit. The core of the book is a series of journal entries which give a frank account of everything that happened, including ...

Escape to the most astonishing countries on the planet traveling with Mary who journeys by boat, train, plane, motorbike, and rickshaw to discover herself in the Himalayas, high in the Andes, the jungles of Nepal, and in holy places no one has heard of and shows you how to do it, too.

Thailand is by far the unsafest country when it comes to road safety in South East Asia. The statistics, according to the WHO, are scary. The death toll in Thailand due to road accidents per 100 k is on par with countries like Saudi Arabia, Madagascar, Mozambique, Kongo, and Venezuela. Are you planning to holiday in Thailand? And perhaps ride a motorcycle while you are there? If yes, make sure you familiarize yourself with what are the most common causes of accidents and what kind of dangers you will be facing. The author (Albert Elisha) has 17 years of experience living in Thailand, ...

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local, it is never too late to visit Japan. Greater Than a Tourist: Japan by author Andy Cheng offers the inside scoop on Japan.

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want to try something new while traveling? Would you like some guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this book is just for you. Greater than a Tourist by Laura Welch offers the inside scope on Sendai. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there's nothing wrong with that, as a part of the Greater than a Tourist series, this book will give you travel tips from someone who lives at your next travel destination.

Greater Than a Tourist: Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia by Aditi Shukla offers the inside scoop on Kota Bharu. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. As part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this book will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination. You will discover advice that will help you throughout your stay. This book will not tell you exact addresses or store hours but instead will give you excitement and knowledge from a local that you may not find in other travel books.

Greater Than a Tourist - Bangalore Karnataka India, by Mohammed Aamir Ali, offers the inside scoop on Bangalore, located in Southern India.

When Ye Pei dreamed of Venice as a girl, she imagined a magical floating city of canals and gondola rides. And she imagined her mother, successful in her new life and eager to embrace the daughter she had never forgotten. But when Ye Pei arrives in Italy, she learns her mother works on a farm far from the city. Her only connection, a mean-spirited Chinese auntie, puts Ye Pei to work in a small-town café. Rather than giving up and returning to China, a determined Ye Pei takes on a grueling schedule.

If you want to check out India both the rich and the poor then this is the trip for you. During the day you are driving a rickshaw around India just like a local and at night you live in a five star hotel like a very rich tourist. You basically live in both worlds on one trip and it is quite amazing the complete contrast between being out on the road stuck in a traffic jam or on a country road which you have to yourself and then rolling up to a five-star hotel and parking your rickshaw in a locked up garage. You live between dining in five star luxury and rolling up to a Roadside Cafe and ...

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 audiobook is for you. Greater Than a Tourist - Singapore by Nichole Ann Walz offers the inside scoop on Singapore.

On the eve of Christmas and a proposal, Natalie Appleton discovers she doesn't want to settle for sevens and starts over. So, she abandons everything in Alberta for Bangkok.