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Some but not all of the books reviewed have been sent to us as samples.


Great Africa Adventures

October 10, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Great African Adventures by Jacques Marais Anyone interested in outdoor adventure travel, adrenaline boosting activities - oh and Africa - must get their hands on this book! Even if you haven't considered a trip to Africa, after reading this book you may change your mind. The book is separated into specific outdoor activities ranging from water sports (including diving with big sharks), game tracking (author tells you how to get up close and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Action Books · Tagged: Adventure Travel, Africa, Animal Rescue, Rock climbing, Scuba Diving, South Africa, Sports, Wildlife

Scandalous Metropolitan

October 9, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Scandalous Metropolitan by Kim Laughton and Holly Stephens is one of the more unusual books that has come across our desk. It represents three years of work photographing Tokyo. The inside cover can almost be used as a mirror it is so reflective. In a way this is only a foreshadow of the book's content. This is a photography book that captures reflections of of the "coolest city in the world" with photos loosely capturing a 24 hour period. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: International Books · Tagged: Coffee, Fashion, Food and Wine, Japan, Nightlife, Photography, Restaurants

Lonely Planet Hawaii

October 8, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Lonely Planet Hawaii by Lonely Planet This book covers "the big Island" - it is small and light enough that it can be carried with you when you are actually traveling. This is a full color guide to some of Hawaii's nicest beaches and activities with additional information about this state's unique myths and legends. The "best" section in the front of the book is well worth reading. Another highlight is their spotlighted interviews with locals … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Guide Books · Tagged: Beach, Hawaii, Resort, Ski Trip

Idiot’s Guide to Hawaii

October 8, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Idiot's Guide to Hawaii by Corey Sandler & Michael Roney Hawaii from A to Z. Great suggested itineraries, tips from locals, private homes rent, how to avoid the tourist traps and its exorbitant pricing and much more! Tons of attractions, restaurants and activities for all types of travelers. The content is laid out very nicely. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Guide Books · Tagged: Hawaii, Restaurants

Touching the Void

October 3, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Touching the Void by Joe Simpson In our opinion, this is probably the most amazing mountaineering survival story of all time. Two climbers set out to climb a 6,000+ meter peak in the Cordillera Huayash range in the heart of the Peruvian Andes. An accident befalls one of the climbers and his partner makes a life or death choice. We've climbed a number of times in this part of the Andes - these are some of the most spectacular mountains in the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Climbing Books · Tagged: Andes, Mountain Climbing

Kite Runner

October 2, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini This is a gripping read starting with a boy's (Amir) childhood life in Afghanistan before war tore apart this country. This is fiction but it reads like real life and is interwoven with real life events and places. Eventually the principal character Amir moves to the USA with his father (baba, meaning father). Where else can you find Afghan culture, love and the Berryessa Flea Market in San Jose, California … [Read more...]

Filed Under: International Books · Tagged: Afghanistan, America, California, Culture, Flea Market

Moon Nicaragua

October 1, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Moon Nicaragua by Joshua Berman and Randall Wood This in depth guide book is an excellent resource for travelers to Nicaragua, central America's largest and least populated country. Travel in Nicaragua is generally for Independent travelers - and getting off the tourist beaten path is extremely easy (we know, we've been here before)! Nicaragua is certainly not neighboring Costa Rica in terms of tourist development - but there is just as much … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Guide Books · Tagged: America, Central America, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Surfing, Volcano

Climbing Mt Shasta

September 27, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Climbing Mt. Shasta by Steve Lewis This is the definitive guide for climbing Northern California's mountain masterpiece. Pre trip preparation, gear lists, and seasonal climbing conditions offered. This book is a great introduction for novices, those new to climbing and even experienced climbers in regards to what is involved with a climb of Mt. Shasta. Climbing Mt. Shasta focuses in detail on the most popular route, Avalanche Gulch. Enjoy … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Climbing Books · Tagged: California, Mountain Climbing

Best Ever Travel Tips

September 20, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Best Ever Travel Tips by Tom Hall This small 100 page pocket book offers up the best travel tips, secrets and advice from travel experts. Its small enough that it will easily fit in a pocket. The hole in the upper part of the book allows one to hang this from outside of your luggage adding an additional cool factor to any backpack. Topics range from packing, money, health, safety, airports, hotels and more. In addition discover the best … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Travel Tip Books · Tagged: Stay Safe

Postcards from Europe

September 11, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

Postcards from Europe by Rick Steves Rather than being a formal guidebook listing where to eat, what to do, where to stay etc, this is a refreshing at times entertaining collection of experiential stories and people that Rick has met during his travels in Europe. From the "coffee shops" in Amsterdam to the Mediterranean beauty of the Cinque Terre along the Italian Riviera, Steves brings Europe to life. Over 35 years of traveling to Europe … [Read more...]

Filed Under: International Books · Tagged: Amsterdam, Coffee, Europe, Germany, Mediterranean, Paris, Rick Steves, Riviera, Rome, Shopping Mall, Switzerland, Venice

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