Europe

For centuries, works of art have been stolen in countless ways from all over the world, but no one has been quite as successful at it as the master thief Stéphane Breitwieser....

A road trip book with a difference. Stars of Outlander - Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish - explore Scotland, a land of raw beauty, poetry, feuding, music, history and warfare....

A celebration of 25 years of Provençal living - of lessons learned and changes observed - with his final book, Peter Mayle has crafted a lasting love letter to his adopted home, marked by his signature warmth, wit, and humor....

Peter Mayle personally recounts the pleasures and frustrations of Provençal life--sharing in a way no one else can, the unique and endearing culture that is Provence....

More than 20 years ago, Frances Mayes introduced readers to a wondrous new world when she bought and restored an abandoned Tuscan villa called Bramasole. Under the Tuscan Sun inspired generations to embark on their own journeys....

With a brand-new, original introduction from Rick reflecting on his decades of travel, For the Love of Europe features 100 of the best stories published throughout his career. Covering his adventures through Europe, these are stories only Rick Steves could tell....

A former New York Times Paris bureau chief explores the Louvre, offering an intimate journey of discovery and revelation.

In the first of three essays included in this audiobook, Bill Bryson decides to move back to the United States, after nearly two decades in Britain. But not before taking one last trip....

In one of the most inventive travel books in years, Ina Caro invites listeners on 25 one-day train trips that depart from Paris and transport us back through 700 years of French history....

Greater Than a Tourist: Ljubljana, Slovenia by Andreja Dintinjana offers the inside scoop on Ljubljana. As a part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this audiobook will give you tips from someone who lives at your next travel destination....

Bill Bryson is an unabashed Anglophile who, through a mistake of history, happened to be born and bred in Iowa. Righting that error, he spent 20 years in England before deciding to repatriate....

Scotsman Andrew McAlindon provides a guide to the extraordinary tapestry of the land, history, folklore and stories of his homeland....

Like many of his generation, Bill Bryson backpacked across Europe in the early '70s - in search of enlightenment, beer, and women...

Greater Than a Touristz: Tara Region, Serbia by Marija Bibin offers the inside scoop on the Tara Region. 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: Cyprus offers the inside scoop on Cyprus. Most travel books tell you how to sightsee. As part of the Greater than a Tourist series, this book will give you tips from someone who lives at your next travel destination....

Spain is an immemorial land like no other, one that James A. Michener, the Pulitzer Prize–winning author and celebrated citizen of the world, came to love as his own. Iberia is Michener’s enduring nonfiction tribute to his cherished second home....

What do Vikings know about raising children? Turns out, quite a lot... After a decade of living in Denmark and raising a family there, Helen Russell noticed...

A personal portrait of a fascinating people, a sideways history, and an entertaining travelogue, Why the Dutch Are Different is the story of an Englishman who went Dutch. And loved it....

The powerful story of a 1,000-mile healing walk—from the lochs of Scotland to England's southwest coast—in a remarkable evocation of modern-day Britain....

Greater Than a Tourist: East London, United Kingdom offers the inside scoop on East London. As part of the Greater Than a Tourist series, this guide will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination....

The memoir of a young diplomat's wife who must reinvent her dream of living in Paris - one dish at a time....

Funny, touching, endearing - Peter Mayle's Provence proves the adage that while you may not be able to escape from it all, you sure can have fun trying....

When faced with an empty nest, Kari decides to spread her wings. A contemporary take on an ancient experience, Pilgrim is an entertaining and moving memoir of Kari’s 900-kilometer walk to Santiago de Compostela in Spain....

Twenty years ago, Bill Bryson went on a trip around Britain to discover and celebrate that green and pleasant land. The result was Notes from a Small Island, a true classic and one of the bestselling travel books ever written....

In 1773, 63-year-old literary giant Samuel Johnson joined James Boswell, a 32-year-old Scottish lawyer, on an historic horseback expedition across the Scottish Highlands....

Roughly diamond shaped, landlocked Umbria is set in the middle of Italian peninsula in a hilly landscape covered with woods, wheat fields, olive groves, fruit orchards and vineyards that surround many ancient townships and small cities virtually all worthy of a visit. It is home to around 850,000 inhabitants, two thirds of whom live in the province of Perugia, and the remaining in Terni province to the south bordering with Lazio, the region where Rome is. To the east and south the hills morph into mountains topping 2,400 metres. The region is blessed with a lake, Trasimeno, and numerous ...

Nervous about your first big trip across the pond? Skip the stress and discover how to explore Europe with confidence and ease. (2025 Edition) Have you dreamed of sipping espresso in Rome, strolling castle grounds in Scotland, or watching the sun set over the cliffs of Portugal, but feel overwhelmed by the planning? Wondering what to pack, how to stay safe, or how to actually enjoy the journey without losing your mind (or your passport)? Author and globetrotter Christy Nicholas has transformed years of travel wisdom into a no-nonsense, upbeat guide designed for first-time visitors to Europe...

Whispers in the Tower: Firsthand Encounters from the Bloody Walls By G.J. Fene For nearly a thousand years, the Tower of London has stood as a fortress, palace, and prison—a place where history and horror are forever entwined. But behind its ancient stone walls, secrets still linger, and the past refuses to stay silent. In Whispers in the Tower, G.J. Fene unveils chilling firsthand accounts from modern-day witnesses—Yeoman Warders, staff, and visitors—who have encountered the Tower’s restless spirits. From ghostly footsteps echoing in the Bloody Tower to fleeting visions of Anne ...

Ash and Silence: Hauntings of Poveglia Island plunges readers into the chilling true accounts of one of the world’s most cursed places. Nestled in the Venetian Lagoon, Poveglia Island has a blood-soaked past—from plague pits stacked with burning bodies to a madhouse where tortured souls still scream in the dark. Award-winning author G.J. Fene guides you through gripping, first-person encounters with shadows in crumbling ruins, tolling bells that exist only in the echoes, and nightmares that follow visitors home. Are the island’s horrors mere echoes of trauma—or is something alive on...

What happens when the road demands more than your body can give—but your spirit refuses to quit? In My Way on the Camino Portuguese, John Seegers shares the honest, humorous, and deeply personal story of his pilgrimage from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela. Battling knee pain, fatigue, and self-doubt, Seegers doesn’t just walk the Camino—he wrestles with it, adapts to it, and ultimately finds meaning in its every challenge and detour. Told with warmth and wisdom, this memoir captures the unique rhythm of walking alone while surrounded by strangers who briefly become companions, guides...

Meet Charley Smollett, aka Michael Palin. Charley, like Mr Palin, is a seasoned traveller of the world - well, certain parts of Somerset - in his trusty caravan, along with his long-suffering wife Shirl, his bickering teenage kids Jack and Chloe, their gypsy friends Arffa and Girt, and of course not forgetting Charley's friendly nemesis, PC John Holland, aka Robocop. Hitching Up is a blisteringly funny series of adventure stories and, as author Bill Jackman says, it contains no sex or violence - apart from maybe a bit of a snog and a punch on the nose.

Discover the Joy of Traveling Slowly, Together One Month, One Destination: The Retiree’s Guide to Slow Travel Bliss 12 Destinations for Retired Couples Are you ready to travel with more meaning, more comfort, and more connection? Designed specifically for retired couples, this beautifully crafted guide invites you to slow down, savor the world, and embrace the ultimate luxury: time. Whether you're dreaming of sipping wine in Provence, wandering the temples of Kyoto, or soaking up sun in coastal Vietnam, One Month, One Destination offers practical inspiration for your next unforgettable ...

Travel Like a Local Milano by author Lavinia Imperiali offers first-hand and personal insight into the best ways to visit the City of a Thousand Faces.

Revenge Never Tasted Sweeter They thought that the small town of Carlisle would be a perfect place to hide. Nobody’s going to look for vampires in such a quiet neighborhood. They were wrong. As soon as each of them discovers that they can fall in love, everything turns upside down. But is love a good reason to jeopardize their perfect undercover? And do vampires really love, or is it all just a moment of weakness? This collection includes: THE DEVIL'S WEAKNESS: A Rich Boss/His Maid Romance. THE DEVIL'S SISTER: A Forbidden Love Romance. THE DEVIL'S ANGEL: An Age-gap Instalove Romance. ...

Travel Like a Local is a series of travel guidebooks written by local experts to help travelers explore new places like an insider. From learning about the culture and customs to finding the best restaurants and attractions, these guidebooks provide comprehensive information to ensure a hassle-free unforgettable journey. Each guidebook is packed with insider tips and recommendations, tailored specifically to the location, so you can make the most of your time and truly get to know the destination. With The Travel Like a Local Guidebooks you’ll get the most out of your travels.