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Title: Vancouver

Subtitle: Five-Day Tour

Author: Vivien Lougheed

Narrator: Karen Edland

Format: Unabridged

Length: 2 hrs and 21 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-15-14

Publisher: Hunter Publishing, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Travel & Adventure, Adventure & Exploration

Publisher's Summary:

Named after George Vancouver, the British explorer who sailed down the Pacific Coast to Burrard Inlet in 1792, Vancouver is one of the world's great natural harbors. The downtown area is flanked on three sides by ocean with Burrard Inlet to the north that extends eastward for miles to Port Moody. English Bay sits to the west of downtown and False Creek to the south. The Fraser River flows from northern British Columbia into the ocean just south of False Creek and the airport, located on Sea Island, one of many islands at the mouth of the Fraser River, is only a few feet above sea level. Vancouver is also a city of mountains that, on a clear day, are visible from the entire city.

The luxurious homes of North and West Vancouver wash up onto them. At night, the ski hill on Grouse Mountain shines like a constellation. Just beyond the lions, the two prominent bumps that look more like the ears of a lion, is Whistler, one of the world's most prestigious ski resorts. Highlighting this geographical gem is the lush vegetation that thrives in the city's temperate rain forest climate. But Vancouver is more than scenery and outdoor sports. The town is world-known for its first-rate ethnic restaurants, its trendy bars and its high-end fashion shops. There are more ethnic groups and languages spoken in Vancouver than any other city in the world. The oldest nationalities by far are the Coastal First Nations groups that have dotted the shores of the Pacific all the way to Alaska for the last 3,000 years.

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Title: Ireland - The North: Belfast, Londonderry, The Sperrins, Armagh & the Kingdoms of Down

Subtitle: Travel Adventures

Author: Tina Neylon

Narrator: Nicholas Patrella

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs

Language: English

Release date: 09-15-14

Publisher: Hunter Publishing, Inc.

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Travel & Adventure, Adventure & Exploration

Publisher's Summary:

Northern Ireland's capital, Belfast, nestles in a semicircle of hills, where the River Lagan enters Belfast Lough. About a third of the population of Northern Ireland live here. The Titanic was built here and the dock where that was done has been preserved, along with the cranes and equipment used. Even the offices where the ship was designed remain as they were. Then there is County Antrim, which is beautiful. Its coast is dotted with beaches and rocky inlets. Inland there are nine glens, which descend to the sea. In addition to wonderful scenery, with forests, rivers and waterfalls, the landscape is dominated by spectacular ruins of fortresses built by Gaelic chieftains and Norman invaders. The area called Cityside includes at its core the only intact medieval walled city in Ireland or the British Isles. Facing it is the Waterside area. Saint Columba founded a monastery here in 546. Take a walk along the walls of the medieval city.

Criss-crossed by mountains, moorland and inland waters, the Sperrins has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. What makes it so wonderful is that it is so peaceful. Tyrone is the largest county in the North yet has the smallest population. There are also nature trails and forest parks to explore. From the 18th to the last century, a huge number of its people left to seek new lives in North America and there are many places closely associated with them - ancestral family homes of US Presidents and other prominent figures, such as the Mellons, who founded Pittsburgh, Davy Crockett, President Woodrow Wilson and Ulysses S. Grant. Next comes County Down, where St. Patrick settled. He landed on the shore of Strangford Lough in 442 AD and is believed to be buried at Downpatrick. All of the hotels and places to eat are detailed as well, plus the hikes, walking tours, bike trips, boat tours and more. Entertainment, shopping, how to get around, sightseeing and more are described as well.

Members Reviews:

Excellent

We made a 4 day visit to the Giant's Causeway into an easy & memorable excursion thanks to this guide book which we had on our Kindle

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Title: Italy's Dolomites - Cortina d'Ampezzo, Belluno, Asiago & Beyond

Subtitle: Travel Adventures

Author: Marissa Fabris

Narrator: David L. Stanley

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 24 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-12-14

Publisher: Hunter Publishing, Inc.

Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Travel & Adventure, Adventure & Exploration

Publisher's Summary:

With its shimmering peaks, dramatic vertical rock faces, lively resort towns, Alpine hamlets, and world-class ski resorts, the Dolomite Mountains are a retreat for climbers, skiers, mountaineers, and all manner of outdoor enthusiasts. In the southern Alps between the Adige and Piave Rivers, the Dolomites are a tourist mecca in winter and summer, drawing visitors from around the globe for apres-ski in fashionable Cortina díAmpezzo, summertime glacial skiing on the regions highest peak, Marmolada, and spectacular hiking from early summer through fall. The Dolomite range stretches over the northern Italian provinces of Belluno, Trentino and Alto Adige, but Cortina, along with several other lively resort towns are located in the Veneto's richly diverse province of Belluno.

From its more densely populated southern district between Feltre and Longarone, the land rises steadily through the valleys and forests to the crests of the jagged Dolomite Mountains, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2009. Dropping down in size but certainly not beauty, the Dolomites gently slope toward the smaller mountain groups and plateaus that form the pre-Alpine zone, including Belluno, Mt. Grappa, the Mt. Baldo Range and the Asiago plateau. Here is the most detailed guide to the hiking, biking, and skiing options, the resorts and other places to stay, the best restaurants, what to see and do in this unforgettable region of Northern Italy.

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Title: California's Wine Country: Sonoma & Mendocino

Author: Lisa Manterfield

Narrator: Leesa Williams

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 24 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-09-14

Publisher: Hunter Publishing, Inc.

Genres: Travel & Adventure, Adventure & Exploration

Publisher's Summary:

Picture rolling hills, with long rows of vineyards trailing off into the distance. Imagine the early morning sun filtering through a low veil of mist. Think of historic stone buildings perched on hillsides overlooking the valley below, and you can form a picture of Wine Country. No matter where you're visiting from, Wine Country has the ability to transport you, for however long you're staying, to a bucolic world, where exceptional wine flows freely and world-class cuisine is the expected norm. It's almost impossible not to relax and unwind here. Even if you don't come for the wine and the food, Wine Country has something to offer almost every visitor. If you're an outdoor-type, you'll find beautiful state parks for hiking, biking, and nature watching, or you can take to the water and paddle your way down scenic rivers. If history is more your thing, you'll know that the region played an important role in the history of California, and you'll find several historic sites to visit. And if you just want to relax and indulge in some personal spoiling, Wine Country has spas, luxury hotels, limousine tours, and boutique shopping. More than a dozen counties throughout California produce wine, but the North Coast region is by far the best-known. Four counties make up this region: Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino, and Lake. Of these, Napa - or more accurately, the Napa Valley - is the most famous. Consequently, it's the busiest and most commercialized of the regions, but it shouldn't be missed. It's a relatively compact region, so it's easy to plan a tasting route. You'll find excellent restaurants and a broad range of accommodations, from luxury resorts to homey B&Bs.

North Coast winemaking began in Sonoma County, and this region has managed to maintain much of its country living feel. Aside from wine and food, Sonoma also offers plenty of activities for visitors.

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Title: Munich & the Bavarian Alps

Subtitle: Travel Adventures

Author: Krista Dana

Narrator: Sally Martin

Format: Unabridged

Length: 2 hrs and 28 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-27-14

Publisher: Hunter Publishing, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Travel & Adventure, Adventure & Exploration

Publisher's Summary:

In addition to its wealth of cultural sights, the European Alps offer a wider range of outdoor recreation than any other similarly sized region in the world. Adventurers of all ages hike hut-to-hut on multi-day treks, skiers slide year-round on glacial slopes, and Sunday walkers stroll forested trails. Bikers loop icy blue lakes, and mountaineers scale up waterfalls and down canyon cliffs. Europeans cherish their wilderness areas, and none more so than the pristine forests of the Alps. Modern adventurers run the gamut from rich to poor, young to old, and native to transient foreigner.

So take a look around. That bus driver.... This tour guide.... Your hotel concierge.... They may just be showing you the Europe they think you want to see. Take a moment to ask how they spend their own free time - odds are that each will spend a day outdoors this weekend. Want to know where they go? Here is a guide to the best sights and adventures in the mountainous regions of Alpine Germany. Based on experience gained through more than a decade of living in, traveling around, and writing about the Alps, we spotlight the best gateway cities, the best sightseeing bases, and the best outdoor adventures.

Here, we cover the places where you're likely to end up when crossing the European Alps and the places that you shouldn't miss in-between, even if you have only a few days or a week to spend. For each region, we've selected a handful of bases - villages, towns, national parks, and resorts - and highlighted the sights and adventures convenient to each. Land of fairy tales, fanciful castles, and fabulous Alpine terrain, Bavaria squeezes a wealth of attractions into a compact section of the Alps. The region centers on the bustling metropolis of Munich, a historical city famed for both its grand architecture and its great beer. To the southwest, plains stretch into Alpine foothills fronting Füssen and its famous castles.

Members Reviews:

Good

a solid guide to beautiful Bavaria and environs and full of gorgeous pictures to give the reader a sense of this magnificent region

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Title: The Swiss Alps

Subtitle: Where to Stay, Where to Eat & Where to Party in Geneva, Zermatt, Zurich, Lucerne, St. Moritz & Beyond

Author: Krista Dana

Narrator: Daniel David Shapiro

Format: Unabridged

Length: 2 hrs and 28 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-08-14

Publisher: Hunter Publishing, Inc.

Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Travel & Adventure, Adventure & Exploration

Publisher's Summary:

This guide rounds up hotels for each destination that have both a prime location and reasonable standards of comfort, narrowing coverage to those hostelries offering particularly memorable stays. Our hotel picks are categorized by price range - but you should be aware that seasonal fluctuations can be great, particularly in the resort areas.

While luxury houses across Europe maintain similarly exquisite standards, hotels at lower ends of the scale tend to vary by region in comfort and cleanliness. Breakfasts are normally included in budget and moderate room rates. Luxury hotels usually tack on a substantial charge. However, the meal is not an American-style feast, but a modest buffet spread of bread, meat, cheese, and jam, normally served with a choice of juices and coffee or tea. Bidets are a common European feature, a great little gadget intended for washing your nether regions. I've heard of some creative uses, too, ranging from a sock-soak to a baby bath.

High-tech versions prove a real hoot, with water jets that have controls for pressure, temperature, and pattern; built-in blow dryers; and (requiring some imagination) portable remote controls. A wide range of accommodations are available, including youth hostels, private rooms, mountain huts, guesthouses, hotels, and spa resorts. I've included mostly hotels here. When booking lodging at the lower end of the price range, expect to share a bath; at the upper end, expect to pay extra for breakfast. While Switzerland shares cuisines with each of its neighbors, its most intimate culinary relationship is with France. Along with the northwestern corner of Italy, Switzerland and France dish out an astounding array of cheese dishes. The fondue Savoyarde is the most famed of the cheese mixes here, a bubbling pot of fromage made tangy with white wine and a shot or two of kirsche liqueur. Raclette, too, proves another oozy favorite.

Members Reviews:

only phone numbers.

no story at all. it might be my expectation but this was worthless to me as a European

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Title: The Top 10 Things to Do in Paris

Subtitle: The Ultimate Guide to Make Sure Your Trip to the City of Lights Includes the Best in Culture, Site Seeing, Shopping, Eating, Souvenirs, and More!

Author: Xavier Zimms

Narrator: Emily A. Tuckman

Format: Unabridged

Length: 18 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-24-14

Publisher: Proxy Publishing

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Travel & Adventure, Adventure & Exploration

Publisher's Summary:

TripAdvisor - The Top 10 Things to Do in Paris

Members Reviews:

Memories to Last a Lifetime

I wasn't planning on going to Paris for the weekend when I was visiting a friend in Germany, but somehow I ended up on a tour bus heading for Paris. If you go to Paris let me assure you that you will have memories to last a lifetime.

On my trip I lit a candle at the Notre Dame Cathedral which this book explains took 170 years to complete. This book also discusses the Eiffel Tower, The Louvre Museum (also look for the food court!), Montmartre (where you can have your portrait sketched), The Palace of Versailles (huge beautiful rooms and chandeliers that take your breath away) and a Canal Cruise.

This book pretty much covered all the main places I visited on my tour so I know this book is full of good advice for what to see. So get this book and start dreaming of your trip to Paris. It will be so worth it!

My advice is to find a tour because they take care of everything and make sure your trip is well organized.

~The Rebecca Review

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Title: The Virgin Islands: A Walking & Hiking Guide

Author: Leonard Adkins

Narrator: JoBe Cerny

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 4 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-18-14

Publisher: Hunter Publishing, Inc.

Genres: Travel & Adventure, Adventure & Exploration

Publisher's Summary:

This brings you the most detailed information you will find on hiking trails in the Virgin Islands. From easy walks along sandy beaches to rugged overnight hikes to quick uphill treks with stunning vistas en route, this guide has something to suit every member of your family.

Walking times for each hike are given, along with descriptions of the route. Points of interest are highlighted, including plant and animal life you might see. An introduction to each island offers tidbits of the island's history, tourist information offices, air travel details, and hiking organizations you can contact ahead of time. Maps throughout of all islands.

This unique guidebook covers every aspect of exploring these islands on foot. And conditions have never been better for Caribbean-bound walkers and hikers. Trails range through rugged mountains into areas with active volcanoes and cascading waterfalls. Excursions extend from one-hour town and beach walks to strenuous hikes that require the services of a local guide.

So, whether you prefer to take in the historical sites and marketplaces, or would rather work up a sweat on one of the mountain or jungle trails, you'll find something to suit your tastes.

Critic Reviews:

"Amblers, hikers, beachcombers, power walkers, and anyone who likes to experience the Caribbean with their feet: This book's for you." (Caribbean Travel & Life)

"Writing as though he is offering advice to old friends, Adkins has unveiled the splendors of foot exploration on the islands." (Backpacker Magazine)

"Offers what no other guide provides - information on enjoying the Caribbean exclusively on foot. Keep this if you already own it; otherwise, try to purchase it from a used book dealer." (Library Journal)

Members Reviews:

it did enable my husband and me to find some great little hidden gems

This book has some walk descriptions that are longer in my general guide book. However, it did enable my husband and me to find some great little hidden gems, so thank you Mr Adkins. The copy arrived very promptly and was as described.

This book's for you!

"Amblers, hikers, beachcombers, power walkers, and anyone who likes to experience the Caribbean with their feet: this book's for you." Caribbean Travel & Life

"Writing as though he is offering advice to old friends, Adkins has unveiled the splendors of foot exploration on the islands." Backpacker magazine

"Keep this if you already own it; or try to purchase the guide wherever you can find it." Library Journal

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Title: St. Petersburg, Florida, Tarpon Springs, Clearwater, and Beyond

Author: Chelle Koster Walton

Narrator: Bob Milhoan

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 41 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-17-14

Publisher: Hunter Publishing, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Travel & Adventure, Adventure & Exploration

Publisher's Summary:

Based on our much larger guide to Tampa Bay and Florida's West Coast, this zeroes in on New Port Richey, Tarpon Springs and Dunedin, Clearwater and Clearwater Beach, the Sand Key Communities, Treasure Island, St. Pete Beach, St. Petersburg. This audiobook is packed with practical information and enticing facts that make it fun to listen to.

Critic Reviews:

"This new edition of Walton's comprehensive guide is a must for visitors." (Bon Voyage)

"Chelle Koster Walton's third edition of Tampa Bay and Florida's West Coast is out, and it updates all the basics on accommodations, restaurants, natural areas and historic sites alike. This adventure-oriented guide outlines the best in inland and water trips, includes museums and shopping, and provides an outdoor focus and budget-minded focus which will appeal to trip planners." (Midwest Book Review)

Members Reviews:

St. Petersburg Florida, Tarpon Springs, Clearwater

No index, old information, no maps, and few photos. In planning a trip to this exact area, this book is of little use. .The Kindle price of $6.99 was very high compared to other, more interesting books.

Beautiful Area

This is a beautiful area & there is a lot to see. The book helps in making decisions on what to see. There is so much.

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Title: Oahu's Windward Coast

Subtitle: Kahala, Hawaii Kai, Kailua and Beyond

Author: Sharon Hamblin

Narrator: Mark Huff

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 46 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-03-14

Publisher: Hunter Publishing, Inc.

Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 4 votes

Genres: Travel & Adventure, Adventure & Exploration

Publisher's Summary:

The Windward Coast is a natural paradise. The world-class Kahala Hotel and Resort is here, some of the world's favorite beaches, Diamond Head, gorgeous Kahala Beach and Wai`alae Beach Park. Then there is Hanauma Bay State Park and the Halona Blow Hole. Other spectacular natural attractions are Makapu`u Head (home to the Makapu`u Lighthouse) and then Sea Life Park, Waimanalo Bay, home to O`ahu's longest sandy beach, and then the busy town of Kailua, which has shopping, great dining and lots of water activities. Kane`ohe Bay, is where you'll see famous and hard-to-miss Mokoli`i Island, better known as "Chinaman's Hat." This is also where you'll find 4,000-acre Kualoa Ranch, which offers many outdoor adventures. Restaurants reviewed in the guide range from the most luxurious dining to the best take-out places. The top beaches; secret spots for snorkeling; the best outfitters for everything from diving to deep-sea fishing; the galleries and shops. Accommodations and activities for those traveling with children; how to get married on the island; the best honeymoon resorts; finding the lowest airfares and package deals. Where to fish, hike, play golf, tennis, scuba, ocean kayak, along with camping, horseback riding, biking, whalewatching it's all here. Our author lives in Oahu. She has hiked the trails, taken the boats, scuba'd the reefs, dined in the restaurants, visited all the resorts, snorkeled the coastline, explored the hidden waterfalls and she shares all of her knowledge. This guide is drawn from our larger guide to Oahu.