Author : Cherie Turner
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 40,11 MB
Release : 2003-01-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9780823937936
Explores how to prepare for and get into the field of adventure guiding, and looks at the daily life of those who choose to work as adventure tour guides.
Author : Colby Brokvist
Publisher :
Page : 359 pages
File Size : 44,97 MB
Release : 2022
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781682753248
"In the first book of its kind, The Professional Guide's Handbook: How to Lead Adventure Travel Trips and Expeditions contains everything contemporary guides need to know about their profession, exploring what skills are necessary to be successful, including an examination of adventure travel and guest expectations, leadership strategies, trip planning and the guest experience, cultural and environmental considerations, and being a professional expedition guide. Examples of carefully explored topics include guest expectations, problem-solving, risk management, decision-making, emergencies and crises, planning and logistics, and more. Filled with insights and real-life anecdotes from the author's own worldwide adventures as an expedition leader, the text is both engaging and thorough. From developing a better understanding of travelers and their expectations to tried-and-true group management frameworks, the book elevates the technically competent outdoor enthusiast to the level of industry professional"--
Author : Lonely Planet
Publisher : Lonely Planet
Page : 219 pages
File Size : 29,13 MB
Release : 2019-10-22
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1788687027
This annual bestseller ranks the hottest, must-visit countries, regions, cities and best value destinations for 2020. Drawing on the knowledge and passion of Lonely Planet's staff, authors and online community, we present a year's worth of inspiration to take you out of the ordinary and into the unforgettable. As self-confessed travel geeks, we regularly ask ourselves: where are the best places in the world to visit right now? It's a very hotly contested topic at Lonely Planet and generates more discussion than any other. Best in Travel is our definitive answer. We also reveal how well-planned, sustainable travel can be a force for good: for the environment, for local people and for yourself - and include ways to help lower your carbon footprint and protect the areas you visit on your travels. Inside Best in Travel 2020, you'll discover: The top 10 countries, regions, cities and best value destinations The best new openings The best new places to stay The best new food experiences The best sustainable trips for families How to minimise your carbon footprint How to help local communities and businesses How to give back on your travels Hiking for meditation About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.
Author : Mike Howard
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 33,66 MB
Release : 2017
Category : Travel
ISBN : 1426218397
Written by the founders of HoneyTrek.com, this inspiring book reveals hidden-gem destinations and insider tips for unforgettable couples travel. In these informative pages, Mike and Anne Howard--officially the World's Longest Honeymooners and founders of the acclaimed travel blog HoneyTrek--whisk you away to journeys of a lifetime. Drawing on their experience traveling together across seven continents, they curate the globe and offer tested-and-approved recommendations for intrepid couples, bringing culture, adventure, and romance to any couple--no matter their age or budget. Chapters are organized by type of destination (for example, beaches, mountains, and deserts) to help travelers discover new places and experiences based on their interests. Each entry focuses on a specific region, getting to the essence of each locale and its one-of-a-kind offerings. The authors reveal the best time to visit, the best places to stay, and recommended activities--each with their own adventure rating to illustrate level of intensity. Special features include funny and insightful stories from the Howards' own adventures, expert advice from other renowned traveling couples, and tips to increase the romance and excitement at each destination. A large map shows every location covered in the book, and each entry has a locator map depicting the city and country. Both entertaining and informative, this book is an invaluable resource and inspiration for a lifetime of travel.
Author : Paul Fiarkoski
Publisher :
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 31,30 MB
Release : 2020-07-14
Category :
ISBN :
Arizona Bucket List Adventure Guide & Journal takes you on a quest to discover 50 must-see natural wonders in the Grand Canyon State. For each of the 50 places, there's a page that tells you the best time to go, how to get there and how to get permits or passes, if needed. On the opposite page, you check it off your bucket list and journal about your experience. Organized by region: Tourist magnets like Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, and Monument Valley are in the North Region. In North Central, you'll find tips for amazing sites near Sedona like West Fork Oak Creek, Devil's Bridge, and the vortexes. Other regions include the Superstition Mountains, Lower Salt River, Lake Havasu, Ringbolt (Arizona) Hot Springs, Saguaro National Park, Sabino Canyon, and more.
Author : Patricia Schultz
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 27,29 MB
Release : 2018-07-10
Category :
ISBN : 9781523503520
Author : Tim Leffel
Publisher :
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 31,92 MB
Release : 2019-09
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781733382007
Revised 5th edition of the popular guide to the cheapest vacation spots and best budget backpacker destinations around the world for international travelers.
Author : Nathan Anderson
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 36,26 MB
Release : 2021-02
Category :
ISBN : 9781735278520
Author :
Publisher : Awareness Publishing
Page : 42 pages
File Size : 41,95 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Tour guides (Persons)
ISBN : 1770081887
"An introduction to the job of Tour guide, describing the work of a tour guide, the skills and personal qualities required, school subjects that are helpful, and the training and opportunities that are available"--Cover
Author : Colette Coleman
Publisher : Motorbooks
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 36,17 MB
Release : 2008-09-08
Category : Transportation
ISBN : 9780760335451
There’s something about motorcycles, and the lure of freedom and the open road that they promise. Whether you're planning your first trip or seeking a new destination to add to your previous journeys, this book will inspire you. With routes taking in the very best of Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, New Zealand, the United States, Canada and South America, there really is a trip here for every rider. Accompanied by stunning photography from around the globe, the journeys described here are perfect for everyone, whatever the level of expertise on the bike. Each route contains a tool box telling you when to visit, other routes you can do in the area to extend your ride, and exactly what options are available to you in terms of your motorcycle – whether you take your own bike into the country, make arrangements to rent machines there, or book a bike-inclusive tour. Each trip covered includes a map showing your route and points of interest along the way. Featuring awe-inspiring journeys from the snowy passes of Patagonia to Australia’s Red Centre, Planet Earth's Greatest Motorcycle Tours is the perfect inspiration for your next big motorcycling adventure.
