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"When I walked into the office on Monday morning I knew my reputation was in shatters."Walking Japan's coastal route in search of beauty, William de Lange encounters a string of local characters. Recording their stories, he braids a travelogue deftly interwoven with his own experiences since he first set foot in Japan some thirty years ago.A sequel to A Fool's Journey, A Fool's Return is an exploration of one of Japan's perhaps less scenic but certainly most historic routes. Above all, it is a gaijin's exploration of his relationship with a country that continues to defy definition.

Dating The Virgin Mask - When Stories Replace Sincerity In a world where dating has become a global marketplace, many foreign men seek something more authentic—something purer. That search often leads them to the Philippines, where they encounter a powerful narrative wrapped in soft smiles and whispered promises: “the Virgin Filipina”. She says she’s never been kissed. She claims she’s waiting for the right man. She seems untouched by modern chaos and radiates a simplicity that feels like a balm for hearts wounded by Western dating culture. And you? Yes, you —feel chosen. But ...

50 Things to Know About Travelling to India, by Manidipa Bhattacharyya, offers an approach to prepare yourself for a trip to India.

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 audiobook is for you. Greater Than a Tourist- Kolkata, India by Anisha Mandal offers the inside scoop on Kolkata. Most travel books tell you how to sightsee. Although there's nothing wrong with that, as a part of the Greater than a Tourist series, this book will give you tips from someone who lives at your next travel destination.

When Ye Pei dreamed of Venice as a girl, she imagined a magical floating city of canals and gondola rides. And she imagined her mother, successful in her new life and eager to embrace the daughter she had never forgotten. But when Ye Pei arrives in Italy, she learns her mother works on a farm far from the city. Her only connection, a mean-spirited Chinese auntie, puts Ye Pei to work in a small-town café. Rather than giving up and returning to China, a determined Ye Pei takes on a grueling schedule.

One week in Bangkok - a funny, heartwarming, adult fact and (barely) fiction look at a journey through the adult tourist heart of this famous city that in some places will make you breathless with laughter as well as blushing with embarrassment. The vast majority of what is written here is from real experience, which makes it all the more revealing and hilarious. This is why the names have been changed to protect the innocent. Bangkok is a cultural heartland. It is the most incredible place to experience, for a number of reasons. This book is focused on the adult tourist industry that draws...

The misadventures of 3 fun seekers who stumble into a massive culture shock ending in unlikely romance, near death experiences and and a jolly good twist at the end

Are you travelling or just interested about Sri Lanka? This guide is packed with information, a short but concise book that will wake your interest about this country.

In part two of The Volcano Trilogy, the American surfer takes his Filipina penpal from the Philippines to Bali, Indonesia, where their romance simmers between surf sessions and Pan-Pacific cultural observations. A novella of 34K words, non-fiction. (Book 1 of the trilogy is called 'Blue Volcano - Love and Surfing in the Philippines' and book 3 is 'White Volcano - Fifty Words for Love'. All three volumes are available on Kindle, or you can get the paperback which contains all three, entitled 'The Volcano Trilogy - A Philippines Surfing Odyssey')

Aokigahara, also known as the sea of trees, is a forest on the flanks of Mount Fuji on the island of Honshu in Japan, spread over 30 square kilometres of rock hard lava which was laid down during the last major eruption of Mount Fuji in 864. The western edge of Aokigahara, where there are various caves that fill with ice in winter, is a popular destination for tourists. Parts of Aokigahara are very dense, and the porous lava rock absorbs sound, all adding to a sense of solitude that some visitors decide to be the perfect place to implement their final act.

Vietnam - Culture Smart! outlines the history, culture, and traditions of the Vietnamese. It explains certain deep-seated attitudes, describes some of the social and cultural changes now underway, and gives practical advice on what to expect and how to behave in unfamiliar situations. It aims to help you discover for yourself the warmth and vast potential of this fascinating country and its delightful people. They are open and friendly, with senses of humor and irony, and are frankly curious about the outside world.

K.I. Peeler has traveled to 80 countries as both a tourist with a group tour and as a traveler on her own. Pantyless in Scandinavia And Other Escapades of World Travel is a collection of 6 interesting and eye-opening stories of her world travels. The Introduction briefly explains the world of international travel and its significance. The author provides her readers with the answers to the question, "Why is traveling abroad so exciting?" Chapter One "Nice to Meet You, El Presidente" is a story about K.I. Peeler's "chance meeting" with the president of Paraguay in Asuncion. This story ...

Patpong, in the heart of Bangkok, teems with bars and sex shows, catering mainly to farangs - foreigners. Cleo Odzer, a young anthropologist, spent three years studying the area. Gaining the confidence of the bar girls and bar boys, she interviewed them at length, lived among them, accompanied several back to their families in remote villages. She also got to know their customers, those in for a night or in forever (many fell in love and stayed on in Patpong). From Odzer's account emerges a far different picture from the cliched image of the prostitute.

Greater Than a Tourist: Bukidnon, Philippines by Christine L. Evidente offers the inside scoop. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. 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, and you will discover advice that will help you throughout your stay.

Greater Than a Tourist - New Delhi India, by Jatin Dewan, offers the inside scope on New Delhi.

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 audiobook is for you; it offers the inside scoop on Macau. Most travel audiobooks 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 audiobook will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

The farmers of Paradise County have been leading a hardscrabble life unchanged for generations. The Communist government has encouraged them to plant garlic, but selling the crop is not as simple as they believed. Warehouses fill up, taxes skyrocket, and government officials maltreat even those who have traveled for days to sell their harvest. A surplus on the garlic market ensues, and the farmers must watch in horror as their crops wither and rot in the fields. Families are destroyed by the random imprisonment of young and old for supposed crimes against the state. Meanwhile, a blind minstrel incites the masses to take the law into their own hands....

Alastair Humphreys walked across India, from the Coromandel Coast to the Malabar Coast, following the course of a holy river. Walking alone and spending the nights sleeping under the stars, in the homes of welcoming strangers, or in small towns and villages, he experienced the dusty enchantment of ordinary, real India on the smallest of budgets. There Are Other Rivers tells the story of the walk through an account of a single day as well as reflecting on the allure of difficult journeys and the eternal appeal of the open road.

Don't let life in the United States, Canada or Europe grind you down! Don't spend your money on heating bills! Don't be a target for taxes, "special assessments", unjust lawsuits, or even outrageous traffic tickets! Whether you are simply a first time traveler or on a quest to move overseas, get more for your life and money! This book covers not only Thailand -beaches, housing, women, food!-but also gives the lowdown on the up and coming paradises of Cambodia, Malaysia, Vietnam, and of course the Philippines! A plain spoken, entertaining and informative guide on how to live a luxury ...

Greater Than a Tourist - Kathmandu Nepal, by Rinku Kumari, offers the inside scoop on Kathmandu. This audiobook will give you travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.