Bad Tourist

by Suzanne Roberts
Bad Tourist
Author: Suzanne Roberts
Publisher: University of Nebraska Press
Total Pages: 277
Release: 2020-10-01
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1496222849
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Both a memoir in travel essays and an anti-guidebook, Bad Tourist takes us across four continents to fifteen countries, showing us what not to do when traveling. A woman learning to claim her own desires and adventures, Suzanne Roberts encounters lightning and landslides, sharks and piranha-infested waters, a nightclub drugging, burning bodies, and brief affairs as she searches for the love of her life and finally herself. Throughout her travels Roberts tries hard not to be a bad tourist, but owing to her cultural blind spots, things don’t always go as planned. Fearlessly confessional, shamelessly funny, and wholly unapologetic, Roberts offers a refreshingly honest account of the joys and absurdities of confronting new landscapes and cultures, as well as new versions of herself. Raw, bawdy, and self-effacing, Bad Tourist is a journey packed with delights and surprises—both of the greater world and of the mysterious workings of the heart.

Bad Tourist

by Suzanne Roberts
Bad Tourist
Author: Suzanne Roberts
Publisher: U of Nebraska Press
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2020-10
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1496223985
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Both a memoir in travel essays and an anti-guidebook, Bad Tourist takes us across four continents to fifteen countries, showing us what not to do when traveling. A woman learning to claim her own desires and adventures, Suzanne Roberts encounters lightning and landslides, sharks and piranha-infested waters, a nightclub drugging, burning bodies, and brief affairs as she searches for the love of her life and finally herself. Throughout her travels Roberts tries hard not to be a bad tourist, but owing to her cultural blind spots, things don’t always go as planned. Fearlessly confessional, shamelessly funny, and wholly unapologetic, Roberts offers a refreshingly honest account of the joys and absurdities of confronting new landscapes and cultures, as well as new versions of herself. Raw, bawdy, and self-effacing, Bad Tourist is a journey packed with delights and surprises—both of the greater world and of the mysterious workings of the heart.

Tony Wheeler's Bad Lands

by Tony Wheeler
Tony Wheeler's Bad Lands
Author: Tony Wheeler
Publisher: Lonely Planet
Total Pages: 345
Release: 2011-04-01
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1742204767
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Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher* A tourist on the Axis of Evil. 'You guys really are the axis of evil', our guide splutters over his stein of beer in the Pyongyang duck restaurant. 'You're always leaning out of the windows and taking photographs when I tell you not to.' In an age of plastic knives on planes, Tony Wheeler can make the extraordinary claim of having visited all the rogue countries currently on newsreaders' lips. Bad Lands is a witty first-hand account of his travels through places often perceived as having some of the most repressive and dangerous regimes in the world: Afghanistan, Albania, Burma, Cuba, Iran, Iraq, Libya, North Korea and Saudi Arabia. Taking into account each country's attitude to human rights, terrorism and foreign policy, he asks 'what makes a country truly evil?' and 'how bad is really bad?' - all the while engaging with a colourful cast of locals and hapless tour guides, ruminating on history and debunking popular myths. Written by the founder of Lonely Planet, this fascinating account of life in these closed-off countries will appeal to anyone with an interest in the state of the world today. With additional excursions to places that are slightly misguided, mildly malevolent, seriously off course, extraordinarily reclusive and much misunderstood. The second version of this popular title is well worth a read! Author: Tony Wheeler About Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, as well as an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places where they travel. TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards 2012 and 2013 winner in Favorite Travel Guide category 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia) *#1 in the world market share - source: Nielsen Bookscan. Australia, UK and USA. March 2012-January 2013 Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.

Gullible's Travels

by Cash Peters
Gullible's Travels
Author: Cash Peters
Publisher: Insiders' Guide
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2003
Genre: United States
ISBN: 9780762727148
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Fans of Cash Peters' "Bad Taste Tours" on public radio will hail this outrageously funny collection of essays about his experiences traveling to and reporting on the most bizarre and tacky tourist attractions across the United States.

Almost Somewhere

by Suzanne Roberts
Almost Somewhere
Author: Suzanne Roberts
Publisher: U of Nebraska Press
Total Pages: 331
Release: 2023-10
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1496237684
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Winner of the National Outdoor Book Award in Outdoor Literature It was 1993, Suzanne Roberts had just finished college, and when her friend suggested they hike California's John Muir Trail, the adventure sounded like the perfect distraction from a difficult home life and thoughts about the future. But she never imagined that the twenty-eight-day hike would change her life. Part memoir, part nature writing, part travelogue, Almost Somewhere is Roberts's account of that hike. John Muir wrote of the Sierra Nevada as a "vast range of light," and that was exactly what Roberts was looking for. But traveling with two girlfriends, one experienced and unflappable and the other inexperienced and bulimic, she quickly discovered that she needed a new frame of reference. Her story of a month in the backcountry--confronting bears, snowy passes, broken equipment, injuries, and strange men--is as much about finding a woman's way into outdoor experience as it is about the natural world Roberts so eloquently describes. Candid and funny, and finally, wise, Almost Somewhere not only tells the whimsical coming-of-age story of a young woman ill-prepared for a month in the mountains but also reflects a distinctly feminine view of nature. This new edition includes an afterword by the author looking back on the ways both she and the John Muir Trail have changed over the past thirty years, as well as book club and classroom discussion questions and photographs from the trip.

The Tourist

by Robert Dickinson
The Tourist
Author: Robert Dickinson
Publisher: Redhook
Total Pages: 352
Release: 2016-10-18
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0316399434
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"A rare treat: a time travel tale that brings something new to the subgenre. . ..A wry social commentary and an uneasy tale of escalating paranoia." Guardian THE FUTURE IS ALREADY WRITTEN. THE FUTURE HAS ALREADY HAPPENED. "Welcome to the 21st Century. Please don't feed the natives. . ..Echoes of Bradbury and Orwell, in the service of a crackerjack conspiracy plot; a seductively intriguing work of speculative fiction." Kirkus TIME TRAVEL IS CONFUSING. "Leaps of time, identity, and chronology create a dark, chillingly claustrophobic atmosphere." Publishers Weekly PROCEED WITH CAUTION. WHO WILL SOLVE THE PUZZLE OF THE TOURIST?

Overbooked

by Elizabeth Becker
Overbooked
Author: Elizabeth Becker
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 464
Release: 2016-02-23
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1439161003
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"Travel is no longer a past-time but a colossal industry, arguably one of the biggest in the world and second only to oil in importance for many poor countries. One out of 12 people in the world are employed by the tourism industry which contributes $6.5 trillion to the world's economy. To investigate the size and effect of this new industry, Elizabeth Becker traveled the globe. She speaks to the Minister of Tourism of Zambia who thinks licensing foreigners to kill wild animals is a good way to make money and then to a Zambian travel guide who takes her to see the rare endangered sable antelope. She travels to Venice where community groups are fighting to stop the tourism industry from pushing them out of their homes, to France where officials have made tourism their number one industry to save their cultural heritage; and on cruises speaking to waiters who earn $60 a month--then on to Miami to interview their CEO. Becker's sharp depiction reveals travel as a product; nations as stewards. Seeing the tourism industry from the inside out, the world offers a dizzying range of travel options but very few quiet getaways"--

Berlitz Pocket Guide Mallorca (Travel Guide eBook)

by Berlitz
Berlitz Pocket Guide Mallorca (Travel Guide eBook)
Author: Berlitz
Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited
Total Pages: 283
Release: 2019-11-01
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1785732579
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Berlitz Pocket Guide Mallorca The world-renowned pocket travel guide by Berlitz, now with a free bilingual dictionary. Compact, concise and packed full of essential information about where to go and what to do, this is an ideal on-the-move guide for exploring Mallorca. From top tourist attractions like Valldemossa, the Coves del Drac and Monestir de Llluc, to cultural gems, including the gorgeous town of Deia, picturesque walks in the Serra de Tramuntana, and the marvelous gothic cathedral in Palma, plan your perfect trip with this practical, all-in-one travel guide. Features of this travel guide to Mallorca: - Inspirational itineraries: discover the best destinations, sights and excursions, highlighted with stunning photography - Historical and cultural insights: delve into the country's rich history and culture, and learn all about its people, art and traditions - Practical full-colour map: with every major sight and listing highlighted, the full-colour maps make on-the-ground navigation easy - Key tips and essential information: from transport to tipping, we've got you covered - Dictionary: quick-reference bilingual language guide to help you with vocabulary - Covers: Palma de Mallorca; The Western Corner; The West Coast; The North and Northeast; The Central Plain; The East and Southeast Get the most out of your trip with: Berlitz Phrase Book & Dictionary Spanish About Berlitz: Berlitz draws on years of travel and language expertise to bring you a wide range of travel and language products, including travel guides, maps, phrase books, language-learning courses, dictionaries and kids' language products.

The Mini Rough Guide to Mallorca (Travel Guide eBook)

by Rough Guides
The Mini Rough Guide to Mallorca (Travel Guide eBook)
Author: Rough Guides
Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2023-03-01
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1839059141
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This pocket-sized travel guide to Mallorca is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering what to do, what to see and how to get around the destination. It covers top attractions like Palma Cathedral, Cala Deià, Platja de Formentor and Coves del Drac, as well as hidden gems, including Estellencs and Colònia de Sant Jordi. Our Mallorca guide book will save you time and enhance your exploration of this fascinating region. This Mallorca travel guide has been fully updated post-COVID-19. This Mini Rough Guide to MALLORCA covers: Palma, Sineu, Petra, Serra de Tramuntana, Sóller, Estellencs, Banyalbufar, Deià, Fornalutx, Valldemossa, Lluc, Pollença, Port de Pollença, Port d'Alcúdia, Península de Formentor, Serres de Llevant, Cala Ratjada, Porto Petro, Artà. In this guide book to Mallorca you will find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Mallorca, from cultural explorations in Sineu to family activities in child-friendly places, like Castell d'Alaró or or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Palma. TOP TEN ATTRACTIONS This Mallorca travel guide covers the destination's top ten attractions not to miss, including Valldemossa monastery, Monestir de Lluc, Cabrera, Jardins and a Perfect Day itinerary suggestions. COMPACT FORMAT Compact, concise, and packed with essential information, with a sharp design and colour-coded sections, this guide book to Mallorca is the perfect on-the-move companion when you're exploring Valldemossa. HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS Includes an insightful overview of landscape, history and culture of Mallorca. WHAT TO DO Detailed description of entertainment, shopping, nightlife, festivals and events, and children's activities. PRACTICAL MAPS Handy colour maps on the inside cover flaps of this travel guide to Mallorca will help you find your way around. PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATION Practical information on eating out, including a handy glossary and detailed restaurant listings, as well as a comprehensive A-Z of travel tips on everything from getting around to health and tourist information. STRIKING PICTURES Inspirational colour photography throughout.