Travel Life

Immersive, fascinating and with an ending that will quite simply… blow your socks off! Who ever really knows themselves? And if you don’t know yourself, can you ever be truly happy? Mark Rasper is a thirty-year old man who has always had a fascination with Japan. It started when he played Metal Gear Solid with school buddy Paul, becoming thoroughly captivated not only by everything Japanese, but by the character Solid Snake. When a transfer opportunity turns up at the company he works for, he doesn’t hesitate, and before he has time to change his mind he is on a plane to Tokyo. Mark ...

"Through Colorful Doors" is a trio of travelogues by Oregon author, Deleen Wills. If you fancied "Because of Colorful Doors," packed full of escapades and seeking her roots around bonnie Scotland, meandering through merry old England and exploring fascinating Cuba, you will be delighted with her newest collection from her traveler's perspective. "The Sapphire Door," an amusing short story in her first book, "Behind Colorful Doors," is based on her trip to Venice, Italy. Join her gallivanting through and searching for more roots in Ireland, communing with nature and blue-footed boobies in ...

Hadley Jamison is shocked when she hears that her classmate, Archer Morales, has committed suicide. She didn't know the quiet, reserved guy very well, but that doesn't stop her from feeling there was something she could have done to help him. Hoping to find some sense of closure, Hadley attends Archer's funeral. There, Hadley is approached by a man who calls himself Death and offers her a deal. If Hadley accepts, she will be sent back 27 days in time to prevent Archer from killing himself.

For the first time since Blue Highways, Heat-Moon is back on the backroads. Roads to Quoz is his lyrical, funny, and touching account of a series of American journeys into small-town America.

Jenna is stalked by a sinister man in a mask on the eve of her eighteenth birthday in The Man in the Window. What does he want, and is he even real? Two astronomers make first contact with another life form, forever changing both of their lives in The Andromeda Girl. In Jade, a writer at a comic book convention buys an illustration of a beautiful woman he has seen in real life. He becomes obsessed with finding out who this mysterious woman is. Sixteen-year-old babysitter Gina Zeneski takes the kids for a day at the amusement park and gets more than she bargained for in Rollercoaster, a ...

When traveling and changing locations every week or so, it's hard to make friends or find someone to hang out with at a campground. Breaking the Ice: Making Friends out of Strangers will help you stop being paralyzed by fear and get you into the social game with conversation starters, tips and tricks for making the most of the people you meet when on the road. Chapter by chapter, we'll walk through the ways you can break the ice, get out of your camper and meet new people. They may not become your new best friend, but they may provide you with some memories and a contact for later on down ...

From early childhood, Dr. Hannah Mumby has loved wildlife, especially elephants. Her first wild elephant sighting at 24 changed the course of her life. Since then, she has devoted herself to studying these incredible animals and educating humanity about them. Hannah's field work has taken her around the world, where she has studied many elephant groups, including both orphaned elephants and the solitary elephant males. These remarkable animals have so much to teach us, Mumby argues, and Elephants takes listeners into their world as never before.

Marriage in Japan I went out for lunch with my partner at a cafe the other day that stood across the train station in a Japanese desolate rural town where I live. To call it a cafe is a bit too fancy. It’s not the likes of Starbucks but rather a small old mom-and-pop diner that was built well over 30 years ago and remained as it was, which perfectly matched this old town itself. We sat at the table and overheard a conversation from the table next to us. Three old women in their eighties sat around the table by the window. “She has passed away, too.” “This could be the last time we ...

Gwen Russell is thrilled to hear she will be heading to Paris with her family. Even though the main reason for the trip is to see her three older brothers play lacrosse, Gwen and her Mom have plans to tour the city when they can. As soon as they land, Gwen is swept up in the city she has always wanted to see, and even meets a tres cute boy named Henri. If that wasn't enough excitement, Gwen finds out that her all-time favorite band is playing a one-night only concert in Paris—and there are tickets available to the sold-out show for three lucky people.

Empty Planet is an adventure story ...Cars sit in the road, abandoned; the hedge has grown several meters taller. Weeds, long grasses and small shrubs grow where the road should be. The whole neighbourhood stands derelict and you are alone. A pack of dogs catch your scent. They growl and race towards you. You run back into your house and slam the door… it falls off its hinges. You look around, heart pounding, knees shaking, flinching at the slightest noise. Damp, mouldy wallpaper peels off the wall, the curtain rail falls onto the rotten floorboards. Your furniture is covered by ceiling ...

Do you sometimes dream about traveling through time? Do you wish you could go BACK IN TIME and change something, or go forward in time and see how it all turns out? Stuart Crump Jr. dreamed about time travel his whole life. He loved movies, books and stories about time travel. In particular, he loved the “Back to the Future” movies with Michael J. Fox. Watching those in theaters got him thinking about his own life and it made him think about his own goals and dreams and time travel. He dreamt of the day a time traveler would go back in time and bring back a secret message that had been ...

Introducing The Freedom Blueprint for a Salesforce Admin, the ultimate guidebook for anyone looking to travel the world while maintaining a successful Salesforce career. Are you tired of feeling chained to a desk for 8 hours a day, dreaming of adventure but stuck in the same routine? The Freedom Blueprint has got you covered. With over 20 chapters jam-packed full of practical advice and actionable strategies, you'll learn how to embrace the digital nomad lifestyle as a Salesforce Admin and thrive in your career while traveling the world. From selecting your ideal work and travel ...

Escape the Ordinary: Unleash Your Inner Explorer with Top 10 Travel Styles Tired of the same old tourist traps and predictable itineraries? Do you crave experiences that go beyond souvenir shops and crowded beaches? Top 10 Travel Styles: Immerse Yourself in a Destination's Culture, History, and Way of Life with Epic Experiences and Itineraries is your passport to a world of unforgettable adventures. Unlock a World of Travel Possibilities: Discover 10 unique travel styles: From luxurious ocean cruises to adrenaline-pumping adventure expeditions, find the perfect travel style to match your ...

“I’m still a rookie second officer but even I know it’s not supposed to happen like this.” “The captain called “Before Landing Check.” That’s normal. The first officer and I moved the appropriate switches, levers and buttons, and chanted the usual incantations. That’s normal. The trusty old Boeing 727 responded with its arcane dialect of flashing lights and flickering needles. That’s normal. And the all-important landing gear panel is now showing three green lights assuring us that the wheels are locked down. That’s normal. But the landing gear control panel is also ...

Jeff Winston's life is not how he imagined it would be. An unhappy marriage and unrewarding job - and then he died. Aged 43. And woke up again, back in his college room, in 1963, age 18. With all his memories intact. If he applies those memories, he can be rich - he can have anything he wants - in this new chance at life. Until he dies at 43 and wakes up in his 18-year-old body again...and again in a continuous 25-year cycle, each time starting from scratch at the age of 18 to reclaim lost loves, make a fortune or remedy past mistakes.

So, who is the jeep-jockey in the khaki uniform and the sweat-stained hat, this person you entrust your life to when you venture into the African wilderness? =Lloyd reveals some of the truths and tricks that ensure a dazzling safari experience, while also underscoring the fervour, foibles and frailties of safari guides. His stories interrogate the actions of the people he has worked with, laugh at some fondly held safari legends told as inviolate truths, and question many of the casual life assumptions of the safari guests in his care.

Birdsong and Bonfires: Wildlife Watching and Campfire Tales in Southern Farms By J. R. Glenn Discover the charm, heritage, and wonder of Southern farm life in this immersive guidebook that blends adventure, education, and heartwarming stories. Birdsong and Bonfires takes you on a scenic journey through the Southern countryside—where the hum of crickets, crackle of campfires, and tales from the land create unforgettable memories. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, RV traveler, or simply yearning for the tranquility of farm life, this book offers a captivating look into the soul of ...

You can't wait for the latest RV and travel magazines to reach your mailbox every month. You spend hours reading stories of other people that made their dreams come true. So, what is keeping you from realizing your own dream? Too many financial responsibilities, afraid you won't like living in a small box on wheels, unsure how your extended family could possibly survive without you, scared of losing friends and feeling isolated, still have children in school ... am I missing anything? Your dream of traveling this beautiful country can come true and soon! ★ If you are still working and ...

‘Have kids, will travel’ is veteran travel journalist Kate’s mantra. Her intrepid spirit is infectious in this warm, engaging account of her family’s adventures and misadventures. She shares the life lessons learnt on their travels, from overcoming disappointment in Thailand to saying sorry in Japan, discovering perseverance in Borneo and learning about conservation in Malaysia.

From the outside, Rebecca Wright had an enviable life, and she enjoyed that envy. She had a beautiful house, handsome husband, and a no-limit credit card. What she didn't have was empathy. But, it's never too late in Middle Falls. A lesson that isn't learned in one lifetime can be learned in the next, or the next. Rebecca may need every chance she can get.