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Travel Becomes Us

Author : Lucille Hintze

Publisher : AuthorHouse

Page : 206 pages

File Size : 31,39 MB

Release : 2004-09-28

Category : Biography & Autobiography

ISBN : 1468513230

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\Travel Becomes Us is the memoir of two very naive and inexperienced nuns who make a journey to Israel and Europe in 1977. Luggage weighs them down and they can not even read the menus; however, they still push on with dauntless enthusiasm. Real difficulties occur when stones are thrown at them in Israel and a conductor tosses them off a street car in Italy. Then outside a deserted lonely train station at one in the morning, they are almost abducted and robbed, only to be saved by their guide book! This is a book to make you laugh at their blunders and decide travel is truly the ultimate learning experience!



Travel, Humanitarianism, and Becoming American in Africa

Author : K. Mathers

Publisher : Palgrave Macmillan

Page : 223 pages

File Size : 39,75 MB

Release : 2011-01-19

Category : Social Science

ISBN : 9781349290918

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This book uses observations of American travellers to southern Africa to ask: why is Africa so important to Americans?



A Guide to Becoming a Travel Professional

Author : Ginger Todd

Publisher : Cengage Learning

Page : 330 pages

File Size : 37,31 MB

Release : 2005

Category : Business & Economics

ISBN : 9781401851774

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Travel Perspectives: A Guide to Becoming a Travel Professional is a text that instructs students on the product of travel and how to sell it. It is a concise and descriptive "how to" manual complete with tools that help the student practice what is learned. Travel Perspectives focuses on terminology, product process and procedure, and developing the student's sales and customer service skills. Discussion points, contained throughout the text, develop understanding of the sales process and the role of customer service in attaining and retaining customers.



The Negro Motorist Green Book

Author : Victor H. Green

Publisher : Colchis Books

Page : 222 pages

File Size : 29,47 MB

Release :

Category : History

ISBN :

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The Negro Motorist Green Book was a groundbreaking guide that provided African American travelers with crucial information on safe places to stay, eat, and visit during the era of segregation in the United States. This essential resource, originally published from 1936 to 1966, offered a lifeline to black motorists navigating a deeply divided nation, helping them avoid the dangers and indignities of racism on the road. More than just a travel guide, The Negro Motorist Green Book stands as a powerful symbol of resilience and resistance in the face of oppression, offering a poignant glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of the African American experience in the 20th century.



Traveling Black

Author : Mia Bay

Publisher : Harvard University Press

Page : 401 pages

File Size : 22,75 MB

Release : 2021-03-23

Category : History

ISBN : 067425869X

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Winner of the Bancroft Prize Winner of the David J. Langum Prize Winner of the Lillian Smith Book Award Winner of the Order of the Coif Book Award Winner of the OAH Liberty Legacy Foundation Award A New York Times Critics’ Top Book of the Year “This extraordinary book is a powerful addition to the history of travel segregation...Mia Bay shows that Black mobility has always been a struggle.” —Ibram X. Kendi, author of How to Be an Antiracist “In Mia Bay’s superb history of mobility and resistance, the question of literal movement becomes a way to understand the civil rights movement writ large.” —Jennifer Szalai, New York Times “Traveling Black is well worth the fare. Indeed, it is certain to become the new standard on this important, and too often forgotten, history.” —Henry Louis Gates, Jr., author of Stony the Road From Plessy v. Ferguson to #DrivingWhileBlack, African Americans have fought to move freely around the United States. But why this focus on Black mobility? From stagecoaches and trains to buses, cars, and planes, Traveling Black explores when, how, and why racial restrictions took shape in America and brilliantly portrays what it was like to live with them. Mia Bay rescues forgotten stories of passengers who made it home despite being insulted, stranded, re-routed, or ignored. She shows that Black travelers never stopped challenging these humiliations, documenting a sustained fight for redress that falls outside the traditional boundaries of the civil rights movement. A riveting, character-rich account of the rise and fall of racial segregation, it reveals just how central travel restrictions were to the creation of Jim Crow laws—and why free movement has been at the heart of the quest for racial justice ever since.



Machines That Become Us

Author : James E. Katz

Publisher : Routledge

Page : 366 pages

File Size : 37,98 MB

Release : 2017-07-28

Category : Computers

ISBN : 1351508024

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Social critics and artificial intelligence experts have long prophesized that computers and robots would soon relegate humans to the dustbin of history. Many among the general population seem to have shared this fear of a dehumanized future. But how are people in the twenty-first century actually reacting to the ever-expanding array of gadgets and networks at their disposal? Is computer anxiety a significant problem, paralyzing and terrorizing millions, or are ever-proliferating numbers of gadgets being enthusiastically embraced? Machines that Become Us explores the increasingly intimate relationship between people and their personal communication technologies.In the first book of its kind, internationally recognized scholars from the United States and Europe explore this topic. Among the technologies analyzed include the Internet, personal digital assistants (PDAs), mobile phones, networked homes, smart fabrics and wearable computers, interactive location badges, and implanted monitoring devices. The authors discuss critical policy issues, such as the problems of information resource access and equity, and the recently discovered digital dropouts phenomena.The use of the word become in the book's title has three different meanings. The first suggests how people use these technologies to broaden their abilities to communicate and to represent themselves to others. Thus the technologies become extensions and representatives of the communicators. A second sense of become applies to analysis of the way these technologies become physically integrated with the user's clothing and even their bodies. Finally, contributors examine fashion aspects and uses of these technologies, that is, how they are used in ways becoming to the wearer. The conclusions of many chapters are supported by data, including ethnographic observations, attitude surveys and case studies from the United States, Britain, France, Italy, Finland, and Norway. This approach is especially valuable



Travels with My Aunt

Author : Graham Greene

Publisher : Transaction Publishers

Page : 320 pages

File Size : 34,52 MB

Release : 2007-01-01

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 1412849012

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The story of Henry Pulling, a retired and complacent bank manager, who meets his septuagenarian Aunt Augusta for the first time at what he supposes to be his mother's funeral. She soon persuades Henry to abandon his dull suburban existence to travel her to Brighton, Paris, Istanbul, Paraguay. Through Aunt Augusta, one of Greene's greatest comic creations, Henry joins a shiftless, twilight society; mixes with hippies, war criminals, and CIA men; smokes pot and breaks all currency regulations.



Far and Away

Author : Andrew Solomon

Publisher : Simon and Schuster

Page : 640 pages

File Size : 18,72 MB

Release : 2017-05-23

Category : History

ISBN : 1476795053

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From the winner of the National Book Award and the National Books Critics’ Circle Award—and one of the most original thinkers of our time—“Andrew Solomon’s magisterial Far and Away collects a quarter-century of soul-shaking essays” (Vanity Fair). Far and Away chronicles Andrew Solomon’s writings about places undergoing seismic shifts—political, cultural, and spiritual. From his stint on the barricades in Moscow in 1991, when he joined artists in resisting the coup whose failure ended the Soviet Union, his 2002 account of the rebirth of culture in Afghanistan following the fall of the Taliban, his insightful appraisal of a Myanmar seeped in contradictions as it slowly, fitfully pushes toward freedom, and many other stories of profound upheaval, this book provides a unique window onto the very idea of social change. With his signature brilliance and compassion, Solomon demonstrates both how history is altered by individuals, and how personal identities are altered when governments alter. A journalist and essayist of remarkable perception and prescience, Solomon captures the essence of these cultures. Ranging across seven continents and twenty-five years, these “meaty dispatches…are brilliant geopolitical travelogues that also comprise a very personal and reflective resume of the National Book Award winner’s globe-trotting adventures” (Elle). Far and Away takes a magnificent journey into the heart of extraordinarily diverse experiences: “You will not only know the world better after having seen it through Solomon’s eyes, you will also care about it more” (Elizabeth Gilbert).



So You Want To Be A Travel Influencer?

Author : Rachel V. Hill

Publisher :

Page : 119 pages

File Size : 42,59 MB

Release : 2018-12-25

Category :

ISBN : 9781792684005

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The game is changing. If you are exhausted and overwhelmed with wondering exactly HOW to get started as a profitable Travel Influencer, connect with global brands, and monetize your influence? With social media, you see these fantastic photos and people just like you, traveling the world, taking beautiful pictures, collaborating with brands, AND getting paid for it. If you want to know how to do it too, then this book guides you step-by-step through the core principles and strategies it takes to build a solid brand online. You Will Learn How To: Create Valuable and Engaging Content How to Create a Website that is a 24/7 Sales Machine Understanding Your Analytics Differentiating Yourself in the Industry How to Monetize Your Influence ... All while having the opportunity to travel the world!



Travel - A Practical Guide

Author : T Turner

Publisher : T Turner

Page : 80 pages

File Size : 15,84 MB

Release :

Category : Travel

ISBN :

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Embark on a journey of discovery with "Travel - A Practical Guide," a comprehensive handbook that combines invaluable travel tips with a profound exploration of the importance of travel and exploration. Authored by an experienced globetrotter, this guidebook is your ultimate companion for planning, executing, and maximizing your travel experiences. Inside these pages, you'll find a wealth of practical advice to elevate your travel adventures. From essential packing strategies and insider transportation tips to navigating cultural nuances and engaging with locals, this guide covers all aspects of your journey. Uncover the secrets of efficient packing, learn how to optimize your luggage space, and discover expert techniques for packing light without compromising on comfort. With practical suggestions for organizing and securing your belongings, you can travel with confidence and peace of mind. But "Travel - A Practical Guide" isn't solely focused on logistics. It delves deep into the transformative power of travel and exploration. Through captivating stories and thought-provoking insights, you'll discover how travel broadens your horizons, challenges your assumptions, and nurtures personal growth. Explore the significance of connecting with diverse cultures, forging meaningful relationships, and developing a global perspective. Gain a deeper understanding of the world and cultivate gratitude for the wonders that await you. In addition to practical tips and inspiring narratives, this guidebook emphasizes the importance of responsible and sustainable travel. Discover how to minimize your environmental impact, support local communities, and leave a positive footprint wherever you go. With a focus on preserving cultural heritage, embracing authenticity, and respecting local customs, you'll become a mindful traveler, making a positive difference in the places you visit. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or embarking on your first adventure, "Travel - A Practical Guide" equips you with the knowledge and inspiration to embark on unforgettable journeys. From exploring hidden gems off the beaten path to savoring local cuisine and participating in cultural festivals, this guidebook encourages you to immerse yourself in the richness of every destination. Embrace the joys of travel and seize every opportunity to create cherished memories that will last a lifetime. With its comprehensive tips, engaging anecdotes, and an emphasis on the transformative power of travel, "Travel - A Practical Guide" is an indispensable resource for all travelers. Let this guidebook be your compass as you navigate the intricacies of planning, enjoy the thrill of exploration, and appreciate the world's remarkable diversity. Whether you're seeking adventure, cultural immersion, or personal growth, this guide is your key to unlocking the incredible experiences that travel offers. Embark on a journey of a lifetime and let "Travel - A Practical Guide" be your trusted companion. Bon voyage!