Points Of Interest category: 1997 books

Rick Steves Walks eBooks are straightforward, self-guided walking tours through some of Europe's most popular destinations, designed for easy reference on your mobile device or eReader. In Rick Steves Walk: Eixample, Barcelona, Rick shares his candid advice on how to get the most out of a walk...

Rick Steves Walks eBooks are straightforward, self-guided walking tours through some of Europe's most popular destinations, designed for easy reference on your mobile device or eReader. In Rick Steves Walk: Barri Gòtic, Barcelona, Rick shares his candid advice on how to get the most out of...

The Games of the XXIII Olympiad, Los Angeles 1984, reimagined the Olympic Games and reinvigorated a troubled Olympic movement. Its innovations included the following: a nationwide torch relay that yielded millions for children's charities; an arts festival that surpassed any prior efforts; the first...

A complete guide for everything you need to experience a great Long Weekend in THE BRONX.  Updated throughout the year, you'll save a lot of time using this concise guide.   “People often overlook the Bronx, but when you start digging, there’s a rich list of things to see and...

San Antonio ranks seventh in population in the U.S. and is the second largest city in Texas, after Houston.  The city is best known for the Alamo (Davy Crockett, Jim Bowie and Sam Houston), the River Walk (jazz, sidewalk cafes, romantic walks in the moonlight), and theme parks (Sea World and...

Located between the Oslo fjord and the moose-inhabited forests, Norway’s capital and largest city is a cosmopolitan melting pot. With glass-covered skyscrapers, trendy bars and royal parks, Oslo is one of the wealthiest cities in Europe and is devoted to constant development and growth.   TABLE...

The walled city of Lucca is an Italian treasure from medieval times that is filled with 16th century charm. With beautiful, well-preserved architecture, Lucca is fun to explore on foot or by bike and is easily reached from nearby Florence and Pisa.   TABLE OF CONTENTS:  Welcome to Lucca...

Belize is located in Central America to the south of Mexico and is an English-speaking country with a diverse and fun culture. This former colony of British Honduras offers lush jungles, beautiful beaches, attractive reefs, delicious food and splendid ancient Mayan ruins.

This is your pass to the most essential and current information on the things to do and not to do along with all the hidden gems in San Francisco. Wander around the Golden Gate Park, experience the historical cable car ride, feel the goose bumps at Alcatraz. Everything at your fingertips. Ever...

ADVENTURES AROUND PUTNAM explores the beauty and history of Putnam County, NY and surrounding communities. Written from the perspective of a father with young children, this book offers a sampling of hikes, historic sites and family-friendly activities. For each adventure, the author provides a detailed...

The original DuPont Highway, found on maps as Route 13 between Dover and Wilmington and as Route 113 between Dover and the southern border with Maryland, was the nation's first divided highway when its expansion between Dover and Wilmington was completed in 1934. It had been officially dedicated 10 years...

The essential guide for parents, grandparents, teachers and youth leaders. Nature and nurture in the great outdoors. From selecting gear to safety tips to favorite trail snacks, hiking expert John McKinney shows how to share the joys of nature - and the fun of hiking - with kids. Reconnect kids with...

There are a lot of prejudices about Iran. We are influenced from the image we get from western Media and we think it is a dangerous place inhabited by warmongers and Islamic terrorists plotting to develop nuclear warheads to destroy Israel and the Western world. The reality is totally different. If...

Málaga is well known by tourists as the gateway city for holidays on the Costa Del Sol in southern Spain. Many visitors rush through the airport and exit the city quickly on their way to the popular beach resorts and never give Málaga more than a quick look. But Málaga is a lively,...