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Lighthouses of the Great Lakes: Your Guide to the Region's Historic Lighthouses

Todd R. Berger · Voyageur Press; First edition
Format: Paperback

The lighthouses of the Great Lakes, for so long guiding ships to safety across the rough waters, still stand as beacons to adventurous travelers. Rich with vintage and contemporary photographs, picturing the lighthouses inside and out, by day and by night, the book takes you into the fascinating...
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Better Than Fiction: True Travel Tales From Great Fiction Writers

Don George · Lonely Planet; 1 edition
Format: Paperback

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher*A collection of original travel stories told by some of the world's best novelists, including Isabel Allende, Peter Matthiessen, Alexander McCall Smith, Joyce Carol Oates, Tea Obreht and DBC Pierre.Exhilaratingly varied in place,...
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The Longest Road: Overland in Search of America, from Key West to the Arctic Ocean

Philip Caputo · Henry Holt and Co.; 2nd Printing edition
Format: Hardcover

In The Longest Road, one of Americas most respected writers takes an epic journey across America, Airstream in tow, and asks everyday Americans what unites and divides a country as endlessly diverse as it is large.Standing on a wind-scoured island off the Alaskan coast, Philip Caputo marveled...
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Backroads & Byways of Iowa: Drives, Day Trips and Weekend Excursions

Michael Ream · Countryman Press
Pages: 256
Format: Paperback

From historic sites and charming villages to world-class dining, Michael Ream provides a set of travel itineraries for exploring all aspects of the state. Bordered on the east by picturesque bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River and to the west by the Loess Hills stretched out along...
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In Search of King Solomon's Mines

Tahir Shah · Arcade Publishing; 1 edition
Pages: 256
Format: Hardcover

King Solomon, the Bible's wisest king, also possessed extraordinary wealth. He built a temple at Jerusalem that was said to be more fabulous than any other landmark in the ancient world, heavily adorned with gold from Ophir. The precise location of this legendary land has been one of history's...
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Egypt

Insight Guides · Insight Guides; Sixth Edition edition
Format: Book

This brand new edition Insight Guide to Egypt features a wealth of inspiring full-colour photography including double page spreads of some of the most outstanding views The top ten sights are identified to show you the very best of this diverse country and to help you plan your trip priorities...
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Rick Steves Best of France

Rick Steves · Avalon Travel Publishing
Pages: 600
Format: Print book

Experience the best of the best with Rick Steves Best of France. Rick Steves Best of France puts the very best of France in your hands, with Rick's straightforward, time-tested advice in an easily scannable format so you can quickly find what you need on the go. With Rick's strategic tips...
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Moon Reykjavik

JENNA GOTTLIEB · Moon Travel
Pages: 136
Format: Paperback

Moon Travel Guides: Your World, Your WayWith world-class modern art and architecture, top-notch restaurants, and pulsing nightlife, little Reykjavík makes a big impression. Travel to the heart of Iceland with Moon Reykjavík.Strategic itineraries including three days in Reykjavík and day trips...
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