Asia

Stow away with Rick Steves for a glimpse into the unforgettable moments, misadventures, and memories of his 1978 journey on the legendary Hippie Trail.

With Paul Noble’s simple, relaxed approach, you will learn in a way that suits you—without having to memorise long lists of words you won’t use; scribbling notes as you listen; or feeling frustrated....

The epic history of the crossroads of the world - the meeting place of East and West and the birthplace of civilization....

When Englishman Chris Broad landed in a rural village in northern Japan he wondered if he'd made a huge mistake. With no knowledge of the language and zero teaching experience, was he was about to be the most quickly fired English teacher in Japan's history....

Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan became free of the Soviet Union in 1991. But though they are new to modern statehood, this is a region rich in ancient history, culture, and landscapes unlike anywhere else in the world....

50 Things to Know About the Best Beaches in Asia: From Underrated Beaches to Luxurious Resort Beaches by Dian Pramesti and Hanum Gitarina offers a list of beaches you would find in Asia, in accordance to the type of the beach and the activities provided by the beach....

Greater Than a Tourist: Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia offers the inside scoop on Kota Bharu. 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....

Following in the footsteps of the great explorers, Levison recounts the beauty and danger he found along the Silk Road route of Afghanistan....

A landmark in travel writing, this is the incredible true story of Heinrich Harrer’s escape across the Himalayas to Tibet....

i>Factory Girls demonstrates how the mass movement from rural villages to cities is remaking individual lives and transforming Chinese society....

The Travels of Marco Polo by Marco Polo Read by Walter Covell. Take a fascinating journey through strange and exotic countries...

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Would you like some guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Greater Than a Tourist audiobook is for you. Greater Than a Tourist- Kolkata, India by Anisha Mandal offers the scoop on Kolkata....

From the only American journalist ever to have been admitted to the insular Tokyo Metropolitan Police press club: a unique, firsthand, revelatory look at Japanese culture from the underbelly up....

Uncover Japan's hidden gems with this comprehensive guide to unforgettable adventures that delivers travel tips for authentic, pocket-friendly experiences.

Greater Than a Tourist- Sandakphu, West Bengal, India by Sananda Dasgupta offers the inside scoop on Sandakphu. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist....

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Would you like some guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this audiobook is for you. Greater than a Tourist by Laura Welch offers the inside scope on Sendai....

‘A heartwarming memoir.’ –Australian Reader’s Digest A girl struggling to fit in. A homeless kitten. An unexpected job offer in an ...

An immersive journey through the culture and cuisine of one Japanese town, its forest, and its watershed - where ducks are hunted by net, saké is brewed from the purest mountain water, and charcoal is fired in stone kilns - by an American writer and food stylist who spent years there....

Greather Than a Tourist - Chandigarh India, by Jatin Dewan, offers the inside scoop on Chandigarh. This audiobook will give you tips from someone who lives at your next travel destination. You'll discover local advice that will help you throughout your trip....

For many outsiders, Thailand still conjures up images of the East at its most mysterious and enchanting. Never conquered by foreigners, this proud and ancient land has been shaped by Buddhism, the monarchy, and the military....

Greater Than a Tourist - Bali Indonesia, by Hunum Gitarina, offers the inside scoop on Bali. This audiobook will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination....

Ian Fleming’s world travels and interests, as well as his journalism and wartime experiences, lent authority to everything he wrote. In 1959, the Sunday Times commissioned Fleming to write a series of dispatches from the world’s most beguiling locales. The result was Thrilling Cities.

A blend of travel writing, memoir, history and current affairs that tells the story of Sri Lanka. A perfect listen for first-time visitors, Sri Lankans abroad or at home, or anyone looking to deepen their understanding of one of the world’s most fascinating and paradoxical countries.

Greater Than a Tourist: Bukidnon, Philippines by Christine L. Evidente offers the inside scoop. 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....

Greater Than a Tourist: McLeod Ganj, Himachal, India by Shifali Garg offers the inside scoop on McLeod Ganj. 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....

Learn about the history and cultural significance of the ruins of the ancient city Anuradhapura, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Organized to help travelers navigate this expansive site, you travel across space and time from one monastery area to another as they were built from the third century BCE. The guide offers important background information on Sri Lankan Buddhism, Hinduism, and local gods or deviyo as well as archeological terms. Suggestions for day trips for those who may want to see more in the area.

This guidebook offers an unfiltered, in-depth exploration of Thailand beyond the typical tourist experience. It delves into the country's rich history, authentic culture, and hidden gems across various regions, from bustling Bangkok to serene islands. The book provides practical advice on navigating Thai cuisine, festivals, and customs, while also offering insights into common pitfalls and how to avoid them for a more meaningful travel experience.

Walking with Buddha is a moving-meditation set along Japan's stunning Shikoku 88-Temple Trail. The ancient 1,200-kilometer path around the island of Shikoku serves as a reflective backdrop for cultural immersion and introduction into the Buddha-Nature. - Wearing her heart on her sleeve, Lockhart sets off on a walking-pilgrimage to nourish her soul and contemplate her next fifty years. While learning to embrace her own Buddha-nature, she discovers the wisdom, courage, and grace to accept change and re-create a life she truly desires.

Fourteen years after the publication of his landmark travel narrative Among the Believers, V.S. Naipaul returned to the four non-Arab Islamic countries he reported on so vividly at the time of Ayatollah Khomeini’s triumph in Iran. Beyond Belief is the result of his five-month journey in 1995 through lands where descendants of Muslim converts live at odds with indigenous traditions.

With all the narrative power and intellectual authority that have distinguished his earlier books, V.S. Naipaul explores the life, the culture, the ferment inside the nations of Islam–in a book that combines the fascinations of great travel literature with the insights of a uniquely sharp, original and idiosyncratic political mind.