Travel related books
I purchased this "Poland Travel Guide Book," published by DK.com while taking a class in Polish. I found the book very interesting during my studies. While it did not go along with the language class in a parallel manner, it was quite useful regarding some of the history about Poland. I was under
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While on a recent flight I was able to sit back, relax and read a book from my favorite travel writer - Rick Steves. I have been using his great knowledge and experience on 8 European trips in the last 9 years - his hints and hotel recommendations have been wonderful and we read his books many tim
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"The worth of a book is to be measured by what you can carry away from it", quotes James Bryce. This adage is applicable for academic and hobby reading as well. The reader gains insight into diverse range of subjects and is in control of utilizing the knowledge, thus gained. The ideal ways in whic
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It is always interesting to read other people's thoughts about the country you live in. You generally find the things that matter to you the most, are often the things others find least interesting. Or to put it another way, the things you take for granted; those things you live with everyday, and
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For the first time ever an ex-cruise ship officer breaks his silence and reveals confidential insider secrets that will save you hundreds of dollars on every cruise Guaranteed. Forget about everything you know or think you know about cruising. Everything you know is about to be shaken up, thrown a
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Are travel books necessary, or is it practical to get the information they contain from other sources? As with any other type of publication, travel books have their benefits and drawbacks. It's advisable to consider both when deciding whether to purchase them. Travel Book Advantages Whether yo
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In Review: Road Trip USA, by Jamie Jensen "Road Trip USA...takes you as close to the real America as you are ever likely to get." Here's a question for you. If you had the time and the money to undertake just one extensive trip by road on any continent on the planet, which one would you choose,
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The Berlitz "Discover Israel" by Carlton Reid Since I have been leading Tours and Pilgrimages to Israel this is one of the books I have consulted most often to keep me up to date with the latest developments, and any major changes in the nation. Its 300 pages are packed with valuable information
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The Durian is a contentious fruit; loved by many whilst others are disgusted by its strong smell, and strange appearance. Jakarta, one of South-east Asia's largest and least known Cities, is aptly nicknamed the "Big Durian." Tales from the Big Durian, is a collection of true stories and experience
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Bill Bryson is best known for his humorous travel writing. Previously, I had read two of Bryon's other books. One was titled, I'm a Stranger Here Myself. This book was about Bryson's return to living in the United States after living in Great Britain for twenty years or so. His writing portrayed h
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