Displaying the top 100 results that match your query. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/rssapi.jsp?browse=true&N=4+4294418092 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=1442119 Mongolia, sandwiched between Russia and China, was part of the Soviet bloc for more than 60 years. Since the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, it has been a free and democratic country. Ian Wright takes a train from Beijing, China, to Ulaan Baatar or Red Hero, Mongolias present day capital. He travels north-west to Karakorum then across the Gobi desert before returning to Ulaan Bataar in time for the annual Naadam festival. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=770912 Cambodia is a land of lush beauty and ancient mystery. Globe Trekker Ian Wright begins his journey at Phnom Da to Kampot at the base of the Elephant Mountains and explores the extraordinary Bokor Hill Station. Then Ian catches the slow train to Sihanoukville to the pristine beaches of Koh Rong. A short flight to Senmonorom in the northern Mondulkiri Province brings Ian to the celebration of a traditional tribe wedding. The final leg of the journey takes Ian to Lake Tonle Sap and on to Siem Reap. His visit to Cambodia ends with the ruins of the inspiring temple complex at Angkor. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=881166 Ian Wright sets off from Auckland to visit the hot springs of Rotorua and heads to the Bay of Islands; travels to Christchurch before heading to the sports capital, Queenstown. Zay Harding begins in the capital, Wellington and ends at Lake Te Anau. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=701913 Includes St. Marks Square, the Basilica, Lido, Burano, Grand Canal, and Doges Palace. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=701903 Includes Republic of Seychelles, Mahe, La Digue, Reunion, Mauritius, Moyenne Island, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=701906 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699478 Traveler Ian Wright goes trekking in the Great Smokey Mountains, before driving south to Atlanta, Georgia. He then catches the bus to Tuskegee, Alabama and the idyllic beaches of the Gulf shores. He travels down Highway 61 through Vicksburg and Clarksdale, before ending his journey in Memphis, Tennesee. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699596 Situated in the north east of Europe, Finland is closely linked with its Scandinavian neighbours, whilst the Baltic States of Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia have only recently escaped Communist rule. Follow traveler Neil Gibson through some of Finlands most interesting places to visit. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699479 Situated on the southeast coast of Brazil, on the edge of the South Atlantic Ocean, Rio de Janeiro is the home of samba, soccer, and the carnival capital of the world. Its lively melting pot of Portuguese settlers and African slaves has developed a unique culture and a lifelong obsession for Rios beautiful beaches spread around Guanabara Bay. Visit the old heart of Rio, where signs of the colonial past are still strong, before experiencing the beach life of Capacabana. Visit the modern El Centro district, the wealthy Santa Tereza district, and follows a local guide across the favellas, cities within the city, now housing almost two million people. Finally, join the world famous Rio Carnival. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699585 Live the life of a cowboy, from touring Copper Canyon to staying in such small towns as San Quintin and Mulege. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699484 Go beyond the myths and mystique to get at the real DC and the real Washingtonians, from the corridors of the power to the bluegrass bars. Discover the history of the settlers and the founding of the nation at Williamsburg, Yorktown and Jamestown. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699586 Traveler Justine Shapiros journey begins in Benin, once notorios as the slave coast of Africa. After experiencing Voodoo culture, she travels north to Natitingou and the remote Somba valleys. She then crosses the border into Burkina Faso where she heads northeast from Outgadougou into the desert. She ends her journey in Mali, trekking through spectacular Dagon country and finally to the legendary Timbuktu. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699612 Founded by the French in 1718, New Orleans was populated with Africans, given to the Spanish and sold to the Americans. Follow traveler Justine Shapiro and get a feel for this multicultural city famous for its jazz music and its Mardi Gras carnival. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699472 The journey begins in the badlands of South Dakota and continues through Montana to Jackson Hole, Wyoming and Yellowstone National Park. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699503 A tour of Moscow, St. Petersburg and Murmansk. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699543 Embrace the combination of east and west in old-world ceremonies and such ancient cities as Khiva and Samarkand, as well as the Tian Shan Mountains and the Arshane Valley. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699501 Traveler Justine Shapiro begins her stay in one of the worlds gastronomic centers learning the secrets of French haute cuisine. The following day she takes in the sites on foot before enjoying a traditional Parisian cabaret. After an expensive shopping trip she spends her final day taking in the famous galleries and museums ending at the Louvre, home to the Mona Lisa. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699541 Learn the history of the spice island, Zanzibar, then return to the mainland and visit the Selous Game Reserve, the Serengeti, and the amazing Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699598 Traveller Wright visits the islands of Polynesia, including Bora Bora, Tahiti, and Samoa. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699591 Traveler Ian Wright begins his journey on the French Island of Corsica, the birthplace of Napoleon, where he enjoys a wealth of outdoor activities. He then sails to the Italian island if Sardinia to celebrate the SArdia festival and witness the fine horsemanship of the locals. Ians final destination is the island of Sicily where he cooks up a storm with a local pasta chef before ending his journey on top of Strombolis smoking and lava-spitting volcano. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699600 Traveler Megan McCormick starts her journey in Accra, capital of Ghana and biggest city in Africa. She then visits the gold-mining country of Kumasi and the old Slave Coast, before crossing the border and heading west to Ivory Coasts colorful capital Abidjan. She finally visits the region of Man, home of the Dan and Yacouba people. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699547 A guide takes viewers to Zimbabwe at Victoria Falls across Africa to Namibia where the first Europeans landed in Africa. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699593 Traveler Justine Shapiro starts her journey in the Czech capital Prague. Traveling north through Teplice she visits the beautiful spa town of Karlovy. After spending the night in a medieval castle she crosses the border into Poland where she visits the historic city of Krakow. She ends her journey in Zahopane and the beautiful Tatras mountains. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699609 Traveler Megan McCormick visits archaeological ruins, hikes through lush vegetation, searches for hump backed turtles, and scuba dives exploring wrecks and playing with manta rays. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699485 Central China is the cradle of Chinese civilization. Comprised of four states: Shaanxi, Henan, Shanxi and Inner Mongolia. The region is brought together by the legendary Yangtze River and the mythology of fear and fertility it carries. Traveler Megan McCormick begins her journey in the capitalist city of Shanghai before traveling through Suzhou to the stunning Yellow Mountains. After a few days hiking and a trip down the river she ends her journey among the terracotta army soldiers of Xian. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699488 In west India, Megan McCormick travels through Goa, Bombay and Mumbai. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699491 Traveler Holly Morris starts her adventure in bustling Calcutta. After a few hectic days she heads for the peace of the remote Andaman Islands and some spectacular dives. She then travels to the former British hill station of Darjeeling in the Himalayas before her final journey and a grueling trek in the remote Arunachal Pradesh region. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699533 The journey begins in Glasgow, continues on to the Isle of Skye and the Orkney Islands, Culloden and Loch Ness, and ends at the Edinburgh festival. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699587 Traveler Ian Wright starts his journey on Lake Titicaca, before heading to the capital La Paz. He then travels to the mining centre of Potosi, the salt lakes of Salar de Uyuni, and attends the Fiesta of San Miguel in Uncia. After cycling to the cocoa fields of Coroico, he treks up the spectacular Andean peak of Huayna Potosi. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699494 Traveler Mark Crowdy starts his Indonesian journey in Bali from where he travels by ferry to climb one of Indonesias 400 volcanos on the island of Lombok. He then travels east to Komodo to come face to face with its famed dragons and on to the dramatic sulphuric lakes of Flores. Traveling via the Spice Islands of Ambon and Bandu, he ends his journey in Timor. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699613 Traveler Ian Wright starts his journey in Auckland, where the city skyscrapers are home to the most extreme sports in the world. He then heads up the coast to Matauri Bay and the Bay of the Islands. On the South Island he visits Wellington, Christchurch, and Queenstown, before an amazing climb of the Fox Glacier. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699602 Traveler Ian Wright begins his journey in Icelands capital Reykjavik. He then hitches a ride to the natural wonders of Gulfoss and Geysir. Moving northeast, he travels to Greenland, the worlds largest island, where he takes an arctic safari to end his journey at the Arctic Circle. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699504 Traveler Estelle Bingham starts her exploration of the city at the Forum, the hub of ancient Rome. From there she visits Michelangelos beautiful Piazza Campidoglio before strolling through charming Trastevere. She completes her tour at the Pantheon, one of Romes great ancient buildings and the resting place of Raphael. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699595 Traveller Justine Shapiro presents the culture, history, and natural sights as she journeys through Ecuador, including Guayaquil, the Andes, Quito, the Amazon, and then to the Galpagos Islands. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699544 Justine starts her journey by celebrating the New Year at the TET Festival in Ho Chi Minh City. From there she ventures up the coast taking in the unspoiled beaches of Lang Co and the city of Hu. After a bicycle tour of the capital, Hanoi, she ends her journey in the remote highlands near the Chinese border. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699611 Megans destinations include Plymouth, site of Americas first pilgrim community, Boston, New Haven, Vermont in fall, Maine, Cape Cod, Marthas Vineyard and Newport. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699502 Greece-- cradle of the Western Civilization-- lies at the south of the Balkan Peninsula. Its capital, Athens, has been described as the last city of the west and the first city in the east. Follow traveler Christina Chang through some of Greeces most interesting places to visit. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699542 Traveler Justine Shapiro starts her journey at the Roman ruins of Ephesus. She travels up the coast to the volcanic Cappadocia region, home to one of the first Christian communities. Traveling east, she visits the wonders of Nemrut Dagi, and then heads north to her final destination: the Kachkar Mountians at Artvin near the Black Sea coast. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699500 Video tour of northern France. Visit the D-Day beaches, Mont St. Michel, Rennes, Carnac, Boulogne-sur-Mer, Douai, the Somme Valley, Espernay, and more. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699540 Just off the Southern tip of India lie two of the most beautiful tropical paradises on the planet. Situated in the Indian Ocean, on one-side rests the magnificent Maldives islands and on the other Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka offers culture, historic sites, beautiful scenery, stunning wildlife, surfing and great food. The Maldives are a large group of islands that have become a dream destination for many holidaymakers. The 1190 unique islands spread across the Indian Ocean and circle into 26 natural atolls. They boast beautiful white beaches and breathtaking underwater scenery. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699590 Traveler Ian Wrights journey down the elegant longitude of Chile takes him from the driest desert in the world to the southernmost point before the Antarctic, nearly 3,000 miles of stunning countryside encompassing a vast and beautiful variety of terrain and climate. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699599 Justine visits Berlin, the beaches of Sylt, Hamburg, Nuremberg and the Bavarian Alps. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699592 Dance to the rhythm of the vibrant cities Havana and Port au Prince and discover the history of such sites as the Bay of Pigs and Cap Haitien. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699608 In the heart of South East Asia, modern Malaysia is a vibrant mix of different cultures--Malay, Chinese, Indian, and indigenous people. It has some of the oldest rainforests on the planet, bordered by the beautiful beaches of Southern Thailand. Follow traveler Justine Shapiro through some of Malaysia and Southern Thailands most interesting places to visit. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699490 Traveler Neil Gibson begins his journey in the Costa Rican capital of San Jose. By bike he travels north to admire the abundant wildlife at the Monteverde Cloud forest reserve. After witnessing a bull fiesta in Liberia he crosses the border into Nicaragua. He starts by learning about the countrys turbulent history before heading south across the Soletiname Archipelago. He ends his journey at the dramatic Volcan Masaya. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699532 The adventure begins in Perus capital, Lima. From there travel north to see an amazing glacier 10,000 feet above sea level, then visit the Amazon and eat piranha, from there head south to see the Inca ruins at Machu Picchu and more. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=686845 Argentina is the worlds eighth largest country and one of remarkable variety. The magnificent desolation of Patagonia and the high Andes contrast dramatically with the urban frenzy of Buenos Aires, one of the worlds largest and most cosmopolitan cities. Traveler Justine Shapiro begins her adventure in Iguazu before traveling west to Jujay. After an incredible train journey to Salta she continues south to the capital Buenos Aires. She ends her journey at the southern extreme of the country amidst the incredible scenery of the Parque Nacional Los Glaciares. Visit the incredible Iguazu Falls, almost a mile wide. Catch the Train to the Stars, one of the most spectacular railway journeys in Latin America. Spend a day with the Gauchos, the amazing Argentine cowboys. Learn the Tango and party in Buenos Aires. Visit the San Moreno Glacier at the tip of Latin America.--Publishers website. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699616 Traveler Shipa Mehta starts her journey amongst the rich architecture of Barcelona. Heading north she travels through Pamplona hitting the coast at San Sebastian. South again its onto the capital Madrid where she learns what it takes to become a bull fighter. Following the pilgrim trail north west through Santiago she finally reaches the Atlantic coast at Cabo Finisterre. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699535 Wright begins his journey in Tamrowth, New South Wales. He continues to Byron Bay, Sydney, Albury, the Mount Buffalo National Park, Melbourne, and Tasmania, ending up in Port Arthur. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699601 Take a journey across the tiny island nation of England. Visit castles, palaces, and historical cities. Start at the site of the Battle of Hastings, stop off to see London, travel across the Yorkshire Moors, and end up at the West Country, at the mythical birthplace of King Arthur. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699594 Traveler Justine Shapiro starts her journey in Trinidads capital Port of Spain. She then travels to the laid back island of Tobago, the spice island of Grenada, the remote Carriacou, before continuing north to the lush island of Dominica. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699610 See the cities of Tangier and Marrakech as well as smaller villages like Tamtachoute and ancient ruins like the Mausoleum of King Mohammed V. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699539 Shapiro visits the southwest of China, starting in the Guangxi province. She proceeds to Moon Hill, Lung Ga, and Chengdu, ending with a horse trek in the breathtaking Ximending Mountains. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699589 Situated in the heart of South East Asia, Cambodia is bordered by Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam. Despite its turbulent recent past it is now opening up to the world, and becoming a popular destination for intrepid workers. Follow traveler Ian Wright through some of Cambodias most interesting places to visit. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699607 Traveler Ian Wright begins his journey in the capital Antananarivo, heads south through Antsirabe and Ranomafana National Park to the town of Ihosy. After traveling west through Isalo to Ifaty, and north to Diego Suarez, he ends his journey on the Isle Sainte Marie. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699486 Mongolia, sandwiched between Russia and China, was part of the Soviet bloc for more than 60 years. Since the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, it has been a free and democratic country. Ian Wright takes a train from Beijing, China, to Ulaan Baatar or Red Hero, Mongolias present day capital. He travels north-west to Karakorum then across the Gobi desert before returning to Ulaan Bataar in time for the annual Naadam festival. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699489 Traveler Ian Wright starts his journey in Jordans Wadi Rum Desert, traveling south past the ruins at Petra and then on to Beirut in Lebanon. He ends his journey in Syria at the ancient town of Palmyra. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699531 Take part in a Kava drinking ceremony, witness the Rom dance of Vanuatu, and dive to see the wreck of the Tao Maron, off the coast of Gizo. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699615 Traveler Megan McCormick starts her journey ballooning high above the Alps before traveling south through Ivrea to the style capital of Milan. After sampling the gastronomic delights of Parma, she heads off to fair Verona, the home of Romeo and Juliet. She then travels into the Dolomites before ending her journey at the carnival in Venice. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699492 Ian Wright travels in the fiercely independent country of Thailand and neighboring Laos, which has been under Communist rule for more than 25 years. From Bangkok he journeys northwards to the trekking areas around Chiang Mai, before crossing the Mekong River into Laos. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699534 Traveler Ian Wright starts his journey in South Koreas capital Seoul, taking in the delights of the Kyongdong market. After trying his hand at Tae Kwon-Do he heads south to the hills of Jinbu and the ancient Woljeongsa Temple. His next destination is the Russian town of Busan on the southeast coast where he has a local breakfast at Chagalchl fish market. He ends his journey free diving in Cheju Island.--Container. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699475 Visit the Mayan ruins, swim with dolphins, scale an active volcano and join the Easter celebrations in Antigua. Explore the beauty of Belize, Yucatan and Guatemala and other Central America area. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699606 Traveller Bingham cycles through Hells Gate National Park, flies over the Rift Valley, stops in the capital Nairobi and visits the Arab trading port of Lamu. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699495 Traveler Megan McCormick begins her journey in Javas capital Jakarta before traveling west to Anak Krakatau, one of the most volcanically active places on earth. She then heads to Javas cultural heartland, Yogyakarta and Kudos. Flying on to Sumatra, she visits the orangutans at Bukit Lawang nature reserve. She ends her journey in the surfing paradise of Pulau Nias. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699537 Traveler Ian Wright begins his journey in the congested sprawl of Tokyo. He escapes the neon lights by train to the ski resort of Zao Onsen. From there its south all the way visiting the islands of Kyushu, Kagoshima, Okinawa and finally the tranquil Yaeyama Islands. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699605 Traveler Estelle Bingham starts her exploration of the ancient city at Topkapi Palace, former home of sultans and concubines. She interrupts her sightseeing for a day trip to Gallipoli, the site of an infamous World War I battlefield. Continuing her journey around Istanbul, she visits the opulent Pera Palace Hotel. After some retail therapy in the Grand Bazaar, she ends her journey at the famous Blue Mosque. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699604 Justine Shapiros journey through the Holy Land. Her journey begins in Tel Aviv and ends at Mount Sinai. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699603 Located in the heart of the Middle East, Irans reputation in the west keeps visitors away from the ancient cities and magnificent ruins that signal its past as the home of the Persian empire. Traveler Ian Wright starts his journey in the bustling capital city of Tehran before heading to the mountains and skiing in Dizin. He travels onto Esfahan via the Caspian coast and Irans most popular tourist destination. The journey ends at the ancient city of Persepolis built at the height of the Persian empire. Visit the Shrine of the Eman Khomeini, the holiest site in Iran. Go Fishing for Sturgeon on the Caspian coast. Wrestle with descendants of Genghis Khans Mongolian invaders. Witness the Islamic festival of Ashura. Visit the magnificent Citadel at Bam. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=531063 Visit the incredible Iguazu Falls; Catch the Train to the Stars, one of the most spectacular railway journeys in Latin America; Learn the Tango and party in Buenos Aires: Visit the San Moreno Glacier at the tip of Latin America. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=508453 Globe Trekker traveler Jonathan Atherton takes to the streets and canals to uncover both sides of this cosmopolitan city--Container. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=531084 Traveler Justine Shapiros journey starts in Berlin where she learns about Germanys experience during World War II. From there she hitches a ride to Niebull before continuing onto the incredible beaches of Sylt. After a stop in Hamburg, she moves to the grand city of Nuremberg before completing her trip climbing Mount Yenna--Container. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=508454 Beijing is Chinas capital located in the Northeast of this vast country. The stops featured on the way include: The Forbidden City, Silk Street Market, Tiananmen Square, Changan Avenue, The Great Wall, Kung Fu, Chinese Opera, and Temple of Heaven. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=571802 A look at the city of Glasgow, the Island of Islay, Isle of Skye, Edinburgh and Orkney Islands. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=619922 Hike a rugged Corsican mountain range, drive through the hills of Sardinia, see a wild horse race and more. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=531112 Inhabited by aboriginal people for over 60,000 years, the arrival of the convict ships from Britain in the 19th century changed the face of this now cosmopolitan city forever. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=531088 See the amazing places and people of this remote land. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=699480 Ian Wright tours Stephandom Cathedral, the Freud Museum, Central Cemetery, Chambray Palace, Hofburg Palace, Mauthausen, Old Dunube and Salzburg. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=531113 A look at the people, sites and animals of Bora Bora, Tahiti, Tubuai, Rangiroa and Samoa. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=657856 A tour of Moscow, St. Petersburg and Murmansk. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=531070 Traveler Ian Wrights journey down the elegant longitude of Chile takes him from the driest desert in the world to the southernmost point before the Antarctic, nearly 3,000 miles of stunning countryside encompassing a vast and beautiful variety of terrain and climate. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=531098 See wreck diving, extreme sports and much more. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=657858 See some of the most remote beaches on the planet, travel to Komodo Island and see much more. Formerly known as Lonely Planet series. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=508443 Traveler Estelle Bingham starts her exploration of the ancient city at Topkapi palace [i.e. Palace], former home of sultans and their concubines. She interrups her sightseeing for a day trip to Gallipoli, the site of an infamous World War I battlefield. Continuing her journey around Istanbul, she visits the opulent Pera Palace Hotel. After some retail therapy in the Grand Bazaar, she ends her journey at the famous Blue Mosque--Container. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=508439 Justine Shapiro tours the communities of Chinatown, The Mission District, The Castro, Haight Ashbury and North Beach that comprise the thriving cosmopolitan metropolis of San Francisco. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=531081 Go to Guayaquil and take a train up the Andes. Other sites include the highest active volcano on Earth, the capitol of Ecuador, Quito, a trek into the Amazon and a visit to the Galapagos Islands. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=531104 Located in southern Europe with its west face surrounded by the Atlantic ocean Portugal is known for its sunny climate, superb beach resorts and its thriving capital, Lisbon. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=531114 Traveler Justine Shapiro starts her journey at the Roman ruins of Ephesus. She travels up the coast to the volcanic Cappadocia region, home to one of the first Christian communities. Traveling east, she visits the wonders of Nemrut Dagi, and then heads north to her final destination: the Kachkar Mountians at Artvin near the Black Sea coast. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=531102 See an amazing glacier 10,000 feet above sea level, eat piranha, visit the Inca ruins at Machu Picchu and much more. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=508446 http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=508442 Join Globe Trekker travelers Jonathan Atherton and Megan McCormick explore this multi-cultural, multi-faceted and richly historical city--Container. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=518596 Follow traveler Justine Shapiro through the French Quarter, Warehouse District and Garden District to discover the history, drama and legend that is The Big Easy--Container. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=531095 Covers travels through Bangkok, Phuket, Krabi, Surin, Chiang Mai, Temenggor, Kuala Lumpar, and Luang Prabang. Formerly known as Lonely Planet series. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=508445 Traveler Justine Shapiro begins her stay in one of the worlds gastronomic centers learning the secrets of French haute cuisine. The following day she takes in the sites on foot before enjoying a traditional Parisian cabaret. After an expensive shopping trip she spends her final day taking in the famous galleries and museums ending at the Louvre, home to the Mona Lisa--Container. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=508441 Traveler Estelle Bingham starts her exploration of the city at the Forum, the hub of ancient Rome. From there she visits Michelangelos beautiful Piazza Campidoglio before strolling through charming Trastevere. She completes her tour at the Pantheon, one of Romes great ancient buildings and the resting place of Raphael--Container. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=508440 Ian Wright and Megan McCormick tour the New York boroughs of Staten Island, the Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn, and Manhattan-- home to the famous skyline and Central Park. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=531068 Itinerary inclues Merida, Mexico, the Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza and Tulum, Belize, Guatamala, Costa Rica, the Monteverde Cloud Forest and Nicaragua. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=508450 Traveler Ian Wright goes trekking in the Great Smokey Mountains, before driving south to Atlanta, Georgia. He then catches the bus to Tuskegee, Alabama and the idyllic beaches of the Gulf shores. He travels down Highway 61 through Vicksburg and Clarksdale, before ending his journey in Memphis, Tennesee--Container. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=508447 Traveler Megan McCormick starts her journey in the sprawling capital of Cairo. She then travles into the western desert via El Alamein to the oasis town of Siwa, close to the Libyan border. Heading south for a five day desert trek she arrives at her final destination - Luxor, which claims to be the worlds greatest open air museum--Container. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=508436 Visits the Na Pali coast on the lush island of Kauai before heading south to Oahu and the big cities of Honolulu and Waikiki, the volcano on Maui and the Big Island. http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/record.jsp?R=512128 Ian Wright begins his travels at the spectacular Antrim coast in Northern Ireland. He then travels to Belfast before crossing the border and heading to Dublin, the capital of the republic. Passing thorough (sic) Cobh and Kerry, he then sails to the Aran Islands, hikes in Connemara and Donegal, and ends his journey on the wild and remote Tory Islands--Container.