United States Travel

Oscar Wilde visited America in the year 1882. Interest in the Aesthetic School, of which Wilde was the most prominent representative, had spread to the United States, and Wilde decided to undertake an American lecture tour to explain the Aesthetic movement. Towards the end of September 1883 Wilde returned to England and immediately commenced a lecturing tour. His first visit was to Wandsworth Town Hall where he presented his "Impressions of America", the text of which was published in 1906.

Mountaineering in the Sierra Nevada is an engrossing blend of scientific exploration and personal adventure. Clarence King describes the ascent of Mounts Tyndall, Shasta, and Whitney with a scientific poet’s eye, and makes the grandeur of the cliffs, the peaks, the glaciers, and the meadows of Yosemite Valley come alive through his remarkable gifts of portrayal. King describes nature like a master painter while his portrait of the people of California 20 years after the Gold Rush finds engaging expression in a subtle shift of style.

Join me as you listen to this firsthand account on how I came from humble beginnings to become a DVC owner and lover of all things Disney. Take a look into my various Disney vacations, and discover some time-saving tips, as well as some reasons to dream.

This story is from Waldo's perspective as he goes cross country, meeting new people, seeing new things, and the sadness he feels as his brothers and sisters all go to their new homes.

Chicago: The Traveler's Guide to Navigating the Windy City explains Chicago's transportation systems, tourist attractions, and the many activities you can enjoy. When you reach the "Windy City", you'll learn how to get around using CTA buses, the Ventra Card, and the "L" and Metra trains. This book includes descriptions of each of the many-colored "L" train lines, and you'll even how to hire taxis and use divvy bikes.

In thinking about her native land, Julia Reed quotes another Southern writer, Willie Morris, who said, “It’s the juxtapositions that get you down here.” These juxtapositions are, for Julia Reed, the soul of the South and in her warmhearted and funny new audiobook, South Toward Home, she chronicles her adventures through the highs and the lows of Southern life - the Delta hot tamale festival, a masked ball, a rollicking party in a boat on a sand bar, scary Christian billboards, and the southern affection for the lowly possum.

Bullhead City, Arizona, and Laughlin, Nevada, are sister cities with a fascinating history. Drake Weston's newest vacation-history guide makes the past come alive for two of America's most dynamic small towns.

In this delightful coming-of-age memoir, Rich Israel takes off on a journey of self-discovery during the late 1960s. Renouncing societal norms, he hitchhikes across the country, works at a circus, and rides a horse hundreds of miles through the Rocky Mountain wilderness - all the while, the draft and Vietnam War are nipping at his heels. Join Rich and his canine companion, Charlie, as they encounter one colorful character after another, from a loudmouthed carnival boss to an ax-loving dishwasher to a sultry flower child, whose bewitching powers lead to lust, longing, and heartbreak.

Out of desperation to escape the confines of her small Northern California town, in 1979, Genger breaks every rule of her social class, gender, and upbringing to become a long-haul truck driver. Shift Happens is a 21st century incarnation of the classic voyage to find one’s self and one’s homeland. By facing her mental health and addiction demons, at the age of 28, she sees her role as a young woman flip-flop from cheerleader, girlfriend, young wife, sex-symbol to a strong, self-determined individual who knows what she wants and how to succeed.

Ken Ilgunas, lifelong traveler, hitchhiker, and roamer, takes listeners back to the 19th century, when Americans were allowed to journey undisturbed across the country. Inspired by the United States' history of roaming, and taking guidance from present-day Europe, Ilgunas calls into question our entrenched understanding of private property and provocatively proposes something unheard of: opening up American private property for public recreation. He imagines a future in which folks everywhere will have the right to walk safely, explore freely, and roam boldly.

Have you ever wanted to quit your job, jump in the car with the person you love the most, and see what's around the next bend in the road? I did just that. My wife and I were crazy enough to quit good jobs, pack our suitcases, and head for the open road. We took two months and drove through 30 states, visited more than a dozen national parks, and put 13,000 miles of twisting country roads under our wheels. We found once again that the journey is greater than the destination. There's room in the backseat. We'd love for you to come along with us on our lap around America.

How much do you know about the United States of America? Whether you have lived there all your life or have simply thought about visiting one day, listen to Charles King talk you through over 100 facts about the world superpower. From information about the country’s economy, cities and landmarks to things you never knew about presidents and other famous Americans, this is a fantastic audiobook from which you’ll learn plenty of new and interesting information.

Fun Things to Do in California When You Have Kids is a guide on places to visit when you travel to California with your kids. It contains detailed information on fun venues for families. Helpful information for anyone planning a trip to California.

Von Boston nach San Francisco bis Los Angeles und zurück nach New York: Die Büchner-Preisträgerin Felicitas Hoppe erkundet ein phantastisch unbekanntes Amerika. Zehntausend so komische wie hochpoetische Meilen - eine literarische Weltentdeckung.

This audiobook is a guide on how to have a great time visiting Las Vegas, Nevada, when you have children. Detailed places and helpful information.

With High Stakes, Gary Provost takes the listener on a wide-ranging tour of Nevada's newly revitalized 21st-century vacation world. This inside look at both the gaming business and its new total entertainment centers, which now host 20 million visitors a year, reveals how Las Vegas became a clean, attractive, family-oriented resort. Today, casino gambling is just one attraction of many, most of them new.

The insiders guide for women traveling to this amazing city! Brimming with insider knowledge, helpful tips, and recommendations to off-the-beaten path attractions, this travel guide helps you discern the good from the bad and the worthy from the overrated. From sightseeing to shopping, clubbing and, of course, feasting like a true New Yorker, let the author guide you through the overwhelming maze of options this magical city has to offer.

Bereits vor 10.000 Jahren beginnt die Geschichte New Yorks, als Lenape-Indianer das heutige Stadtgebiet besiedeln und eine ihrer Inseln Mannahatta nennen: das heutige Manhattan. Upper West Side, Wall Street, Ground Zero, die Entstehung des Hip-Hop in Harlem und der Bronx, der Charme eines altehrwürdigen YMCA - dieses Hörbuch präsentiert den außergewöhnlichen Reiz der kulturellen Vielfalt dieser Weltstadt, die sich seit dem 16. Jahrhundert bis heute stetig wandelt und entwickelt.

Cuando Usted aprende inglés, las palabras similares en español, llamadas cognados, son más fáciles de aprender porque parecen y significan lo mismo que la palabra que ya conoce. Por ejemplo“gratitude” en inglés tiene el mismo significado que “gratitud” en español.

If you speak Portuguese, focus your English learning on the most frequently used English idioms. This book provides the 100 English idioms you need to get around when traveling or interacting with English speakers.