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Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want to try something new? Would you like some guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Greater Than a Tourist book is for you. Greater Than a Tourist - Saint Paul by Charlie Enders offers the inside scoop on Minnesota’s capital city.

Experience Tucson: Culture, Food & Desert Life is an immersive guide to one of Arizona’s most distinctive cities — where ancient history, living culture, and desert landscapes shape everyday life. Unlike fast-paced travel guides focused on checklists, this book invites you to slow down and experience Tucson with context and intention. From its deep Indigenous roots and Spanish colonial past to its globally recognized food culture and relationship with the Sonoran Desert, Tucson reveals itself through layers rather than landmarks alone.

From the first call to a Portland detective about a missing woman to the police’s growing certainty that she had been murdered, from the heroic efforts to locate the body to the flight from Maine of their chief suspect, and from the painstaking work of collecting evidence and building a case to the struggles over jurisdictional questions to the twists and turns of the eventual trial, Finding Amy is a dramatic story of brutal murder and exemplary police work with the human beings and emotion behind the shield.

Travels in Alaska is a memorable travelogue. The forward comes from Daniel Lee Henry who discusses Muir's charge of heart with the racism of his time after his encounter with Chilkat and Chilkoot Tlingit Tribes. Muir's commentary ranges from observations on the geology of Glacier Bay to the history and culture of the Chinook people to his discovery of the great glacier subsequently named for him. The naturalist captures the region's grandeur and beauty with the same fervor he expressed for the Sierras, making this audiobook a must for nature lovers and adventurous travelers.

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want to try something new while traveling? Would you like some guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this book is just for you. Greater Than a Tourist: Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada by B.L. Smith offers the inside scope on Kelowna. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there's nothing wrong with that, as a part of the Greater Than a Tourist series this book will give you tips and a bunch of ideas from someone who lives at your next travel destination.

Find out how to see the best Charleston has to offer in just a few days. If you are planning to go to Charleston for only two or three days and you want to make the best of your short stay, then you have come to the right place. The focus of this book is to make your short stay one of the most memorable experiences of your life. The goal is to tell you about the best of the city in two or three days.

Get ready to devour America. Adam Richman, the exuberant host of Travel Channel’s Man v. Food and Man v. Food Nation, has made it his business to root out unique dining experiences from coast to coast. Now, he zeroes in on some of his top-favorite cities - from Portland, Maine, to Savannah, Georgia - to share his uproariously entertaining food travel stories, top finds, and some invaluable (and hilarious) cautionary tales.

Acclaimed writer David Smart illuminates the fascinating life of Royal Robbins—in all its soulful ambition, rivalry, and romance. Royal Robbins chronicles his early years growing up as a latchkey kid in Southern California, the push and pull between being an aspiring banker or one of the original Camp 4 dirtbags, and his later decades as a father, husband, kayaker, and the trailblazing founder of the outdoor apparel company that bears his name.

Season 2 is the follow-up to Dear Bob and Sue, a charming and sometimes irreverent chronicle of a middle-aged couple as they visit each of the country's 59 national parks, testing their mettle and stretching their endurance. In their second audiobook of the series, follow Matt and Karen as they work their way around the Western US discovering some of our most beautiful public lands, hidden gems, and revisiting a few of their favorite national parks. 

Exploring British Columbia: A Journey Through History and Must-See Destinations is a richly detailed exploration of one of Canada’s most breathtaking and complex provinces. From ancient Indigenous cultures and dramatic coastal encounters to modern cities, remote wilderness, and iconic travel destinations, this book weaves together history, landscape, and place into a single compelling journey. British Columbia is shaped by mountains, ocean, forests, and people — each chapter revealing how geography and history intertwine to form the province visitors experience today.

From the glacial wonders of Alaska to the volcanic beauty of Hawaii, this 2-in-1 cruising set delivers the ultimate adventure across two of North America’s most breathtaking destinations. Whether you're whale watching in Juneau or snorkeling in Molokini Crater, this bundle helps you plan every unforgettable moment—both on board and ashore. This comprehensive guide features curated shore excursion ideas and expert tips to help you make the most of limited cruise stops in both regions.

Step off your ship into a tropical paradise, where towering volcanoes meet tranquil beaches, and the spirit of aloha awaits at every turn. From the pulse of adventure to the embrace of local traditions, the Hawaiian Islands Cruising and Adventure Guide has crafted each chapter to unlock Hawaii’s best-kept secrets and must-see highlights.

Greater Than a Tourist - Miami, Florida USA by Alina Zerpa offers the inside scoop on Miami. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this book will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

There's so much to love about Mexico. Indigenous traditions stretching back millennia; colourful cuisine that's loved the world over; and vibrant festivals bursting with joyful energy. Mexico is a country worth celebrating - and that's exactly what ¡Viva Mexico! is all about. Within its...

From the Vanity Fair and New York Times contributor comes a “masterful blend of humor, heartache, and unforgettable landscapes” (Adrienne Brodeur, New York Times bestselling author of Wild Game) recounting the solo, cross-country road trip she made along the Ten across the American southwest...

Explore California like never before with Exploring California: A Journey Through History and Must-See Destinations. From ancient Indigenous lands to the golden era of Hollywood, from bustling cities to serene national parks, this guide blends rich history with practical travel insights. Discover the stories behind the state’s iconic landscapes, uncover hidden gems, and plan your ultimate California adventure. Whether it’s redwood forests, coastal drives, deserts, or world-famous cities, this book gives you the context, culture, and inspiration to explore responsibly and meaningfully.

Toronto is the most populous city in Canada and the provincial capital of Ontario. It is located on the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario. Toronto, with a population of two point six million, is at the heart of the Greater Toronto Area which contains six point two million people. The city is the anchor of the Golden Horseshoe region, which wraps around Lake Ontario from Toronto to Niagara Falls and totals over eight point five million residents, approximately a quarter of Canada's entire population. Toronto is the fourth largest city and fifth largest urban agglomeration in North America. Toronto is sometimes referred to as The New York City of Canada because of the general feel of the city is similar to that of New York City, and because Toronto has been a popular destination for immigrants.

On the day of their estranged father's wedding, half-sisters Cheyenne and Livy set off to claim their inheritance. It's been years since the two have seen each other - Cheyenne is newly back in Seattle after a failed marriage and a series of dead ends, Livy works refinishing boats - but the promise of a shot at financial security brings the two together to claim what's theirs. Except: instead of money, their father gives them information - a name - that reveals a stunning family secret. 

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want to try something new? Would you like some guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Greater Than a Tourist book is for you. Greater Than a Tourist - Seattle, WA, USA by Nina Kenner offers the inside scoop on Seattle.

First published in 1907, My Life as an Indian is the memoir of James Willard Schultz and tells the story of his first year living with the Pikuni tribe in Montana. It includes accounts of religious customs and ceremonies, hunting, raids, food preparation, child-rearing and more, and is thus of great interest to anthropologists and students of Native American history.