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Amazon.com Books: South Pacific cruises
Author: Philo; Camp, Charles C., Ed. White
Hardcover: Company: Old West Pub Co (1965) List Price: Amazon Price: Used Price: $7.00 Author: A J A & JOHNSON, P H DOUGLAS
Hardcover: Company: Cassell & Co. (1926) List Price: Amazon Price: Used Price: $14.55 
Kawabunga's South Seas Adventure, Blue Water Cruising In a 20 Foot Boat, is a romantic, true-life saga about an intrepid couple who follow their dream of sailing over the horizon to the South Seas. Join the Dewells in their tiny sloop Kawabunga, as they embark upon an extraordinary voyage. Share in the excitement of Charlie's first offshore passage. He sails alone for 42 days from San Diego to the enchanted island of Nuku Hiva. Margaret and Charlie rendezvous in Tahiti and cruise through the Societies before sailing up the Line Islands to Christmas Island. They spend three weeks on mysterious Palmyra Atoll, an uninhabited collection of islands and motus where they reclaim their childhood -- spending their days beachcombing and exploring Palmyra's three azure lagoons. The couple drive little Kawabunga hard during the challenging 1,000 mile passage to the Hawaiian Islands -- testing their seamanship, their relationship and their courage. There is plenty of high-seas adventure on the passage home. Charlie single-hands the boat up and over the North Pacific High to Marina del Rey, fighting the battle of his life with a North Pacific storm. Along the way the Dewells make new friends, overcome hardships and discover they are up to the challenges of storms at sea, equipment failures and riots in paradise. Kawabunga's South Seas Adventure will inspire you to follow your dream.
286 pages, 16 page color insert, glossary, extensive index, charts, line drawings, equipment list. 
Author: Richard Longeville VowellPaperback: 500 pages Company: University of Michigan Library (2009-04-27) List Price: $29.99 Amazon Price: $29.99 Author: Philo White
Hardcover: 84 pages Company: Old West Pub. Co (1965) List Price: Amazon Price: $34.95 Used Price: $14.00 
Published in New York in 1861. John D Jones was a name written in pencil on the title page and may have been one of the two authors.Preface: The present volume lays no claim to literary merit. Two young men, led to engage in the whale-fisheries, and spending five years in the employment, have compiled from their log-books and their recollection a plain, unvarnished narrative of this period. The work is placed before the public as an account of localities few have visited, and the detail of an employment of which little is generally known. The chief effort in the way of style has been to give vivid descriptions, and make the reader the companion of the traveler. Aside from the information of the volume, it is enlivened by "life on shipboard." In these days of many books, in which "voyages" have no small representation, it may seem almost presumptuous to put forth another tale of travel. Yet every traveler has his own experiences; and the sailors who offer here their narrative for the landsman's inspection believe that their yarn is not an old one, and they have some confidence that the reader will not say it is a dull one. Excerpts: .......At four P.M. all sail was taken in, the ensign half-mast, and again were all hands called to "witness burial service." and the body committed to the deep. ......Reader, when you die, it will be, we trust, in the Sabbath calm of your hushed chamber; but the poor sailor dies at sea, between the narrow decks of his rolling home. The last accents that reach your ear will be those of love and affection, such as alone flow from a mother's heart and a sister dear; the last sounds that reach the dying sailor's ear are the hoarse murmur of that wave which seems impatient to grasp its victim. You will be buried beneath the green tree, where love and grief may go to strew their flowers and cherish your virtues; but the poor sailor is rehearsed in the dark depths of the ocean, there to drift about in its under-currents till the great judgment day. Alas! for the poor sailor, often the child of misfortune, impulse, and error, his brief life fraught with privations, hardship, and peril, his grave, at last, the foaming deep! Though man pity him not, may God, in his great mercy, remember his weaknesses and trials, and save him through his Son! ......On Saturday, May 21st, we "gammed" with our old friends of the "Mohawk." Probably the reader is unacquainted with the meaning of the term "gam," which is peculiar to whalemen alone. It is simply visiting from one ship to another. When two ships meet, one captain invites the other to come on board and pass the day. On his arrival with a boat's crew, the chief mate of the vessel that has given the invitation returns with a boat's crew from his own ship to the stranger, thus leaving the two captains on one ship, and the two mates on the other, and exchanging boat's crews. The first salute generally is, "How are you, shipmate? how long are you out? how much oil have you got? what part of the States are you from?" But a short time elapses before all hands are acquainted; the visitors are invited into the forecastle, where some time is spent in spinning yarns. After a short general conversation, the song is called for, and some one, generally the singer of the ship, leads off, singing some love-ditty, pirate, or sailor song, all hands joining in the chorus, and making the welkin ring. The song goes round, and he who can not sing must spin a yarn; all must contribute to the general amusement. The day passes pleasantly away, all labor being suspended except the look-out for whales and sailing the ship. These " gams" are to the sailor moments of recreation, and serve to create general satisfaction among all hands. During these "gams" whales are often raised, and the oil secured on the occasion is equally divided between the two ships, "be the same more or less." Author: John D. Jones Kindle Edition: Kindle eBook Company: Digital Text Publishing Company (2010-11-11) (2010-11-11) List Price: $4.29 Amazon Price: 
When the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor, James A. Michener was an obscure textbook editor working in New York. Within three years, he was a naval officer stationed in the South Pacific. By the end of the decade, he was an accomplished author, well on the way to worldwide fame. Michener’s first novel, Tales of the South Pacific, won the Pulitzer Prize. Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein used it as the basis for the Broadway musical South Pacific, which also won the Pulitzer. How this all came to be is the subject of Stephen May’s Michener’s South Pacific. An award-winning biographer of Michener, May was a featured interviewee on the fiftieth-anniversary DVD release of the film version of the musical. During taping, he realized there was much he didn’t know about how Michener’s experiences in the South Pacific shaped the man and led to his early work. May delves deeply into this formative and turbulent period in Michener’s life and career, using letters, journal entries, and naval records to examine how a reserved, middle-aged lieutenant known as "Prof" to his fellow officers became one of the most successful writers of the twentieth century. Author: Stephen J. May Hardcover: 192 pages Company: University Press of Florida (2011-03-20) ISBN: 0813035570 List Price: $24.95 Amazon Price: $15.10 Used Price: $12.98 
This book is a facsimile reprint and may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages.Author: Grant Allen Paperback: 128 pages Company: Kessinger Publishing, LLC (2005-03-01) ISBN: 1419127357 List Price: $20.95 Amazon Price: $13.42 Used Price: $20.70 Author: Claire and George Louden (Text and illustrations)
Hardcover: Company: Cunard Line and Thos. Cook and Son (1952-01-01) List Price: Amazon Price: Used Price: $40.00 
Dream vacations on a budget? It can be done! Learn how to save lots of $$$ on travel. Find out how to pay half price for any hotel room, get cabin upgrades and other perks on cruises, stay in a luxurious villa for less than most moderate hotel rooms cost, discover unique travel experiences, and learn how to always get the best deals on airfares. Find out how to use consolidators, aggregators, social media, air and rail passes, and loyalty programs to save as much as 90 percent off normal prices. Plus, discover how anyone can travel FREE or get PAID to travel! This reference is for travelers who like to get the most bang for the buck. Plus, inside this book, you'll find valuable tips, such as... TIP #1: Don't rely on popular travel sites. TIP #2: Why you need a travel agent to book a cruise. TIP #3: Discover a secret tool that tells you when airfares will go up or down. TIP #4: Find out how to use social media to get cheap fares. TIP #5: Never pay single supplements. ...and much more! “Wealthy travelers have no problem; they can just call up a travel agency to work out trip details. The rest of the traveling public is usually on the lookout for fare bargains and other ways to make the dollar literally go farther. The Encyclopedia of Cheap Travel lists hundreds of resources for cheap travel, including consolidators, agencies, and other outfits that specialize in bargain travel and accommodations.” -ASSOCIATED PRESS “The Encyclopedia of Cheap Travel is aimed at bargain hounds who find sport in stretching any currency to the max; upwardly mobile vacationers who wish to travel first-class without having to take out a loan...The book is as handy as a phone book, with long lists of names and Websites.” -THE WASHINGTON POST “...I am overwhelmed with the variety of information. Obviously, if you could have one guide on your bookshelf, this should be it. The Encyclopedia of Cheap Travel is an indispensable reference for any type of traveler. I recommend it highly for anyone seeking the most mileage for his or her travel dollar.” -Larry Patton, WLXI-TV PUBLIC REPORT Host “...Zepke is tireless in compiling info about the multi-faceted travel biz...” -SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE “Words to save money by...In addition to being a good source for agencies and Websites offering low-cost trips or tickets, the book has plenty of tips...” -THE BOSTON GLOBE “The Encyclopedia of Cheap Travel offers useful overviews of traveling cheaply with plenty of tips and recommendations...” -THE INTERNET PUBLIC LIBRARY “Here’s a book that will make you a travel expert. For almost any trip, this guide will help you increase the odds of traveling inexpensively, as well as happily and safely...Look in this book for an inexpensive cruise, to get dollars off your hotel bill, fly on the cheap, go on an African safari for less and pay less for a river barge cruise.” -DETROIT FREE PRESS “The Encyclopedia of Cheap Travel by travel industry specialist and expert Terrance Zepke is a refreshingly practical vacationer's reference resource and guide. From getting the best deals on tours, airline tickets, cruises, and accommodations to 50 ways to travel free or even for payment, The Encyclopedia of Cheap Travel is a wealth of useful, money-saving lore for the tourist on a budget. Highly recommended to thrift-minded travelers everywhere, The Encyclopedia of Cheap Travel will also prove itself to be an invaluable resource for business travelers on increasingly restrictive corporate resources...” -MIDWEST BOOK REVIEW “…this book tells the budget-conscious traveler how to try out all types of travel...Includes resource listings, an appendix, and useful tips in highlighted boxes throughout the text. Bon voyage! -NATIONAL MOTORIST AND NATIONAL AUTOMOBILE CLUBAuthor: Terrance Zepke Paperback: 192 pages Company: Lookout Publishing (2011-09-07) ISBN: 0615514723 List Price: $14.95 Amazon Price: $13.78 Used Price: $42.01 Amazon.com Books: New Zealand cruises
Cruise of the Conrad, a best seller in 1937, is the journal of a voyage round the world in the fully-rigged ship JOSEPH CONRAD, 212 tons, in the years 1934, 1935 and 1936 by way of Good Hope, the South Sea, ahead of the Roaring Forties to the East Indies, on to Singapore, driven by the South East Monsoon and north about Australia and New Zealand, finally rounding Cape Horn before returning home after two years. Alan Villiers was well qualified for the venture after rounding Cape Horn six times in grain ships and serving in whaling barques in the Tasman Sea. He took with him a heterogeneous collection of mariners and schoolboys, 32 all told. He was a fair and egalitarian Master and looked after the interest of his crew. The voyage of the JOSEPH CONRAD is the truthful story of a great voyage, packed with adventure, how they were blown on the Brooklyn Rocks in a blizzard, the near loss of the vessel on Wari reef and overall the joy of a fine ship with a possible 10,000 square feet of sail to challenge the elements. JOSEPH CONRAD is now preserved in the Mystic Seaport Museum in Connecticut. 
This book covers the second half of Yaghans circumnavigation 2006-2009. Yaghan is a Hallberg-Rassy 62. The book about the first half " Back at the helm - sailing the Yaghan to Antarctica, Patagonia and the South Pacific" was published in May 2010. In this second book , a stand-alone sequel, we describe our sail from New Zealand at the beginning of 2008 and the period up and until our return to Sweden in the summer of 2009. Our journey takes us via Australia, across the Atlantic via Saint Helena and onwards to Brazil and the Caribbean.From there the route takes us via the Azors and home to Europe.We reflect on what it feels like to return after three years of absence and also review how different pieces of equipment have withstood a round-the-world trip. You can also follow the circumnavigation on a series of 20, ten-minutes films on Youtube. Just search for "Arne and Helene Martensson" or "Yaghan". The films have subtitles in English but in a couple of clicks you can select around 50 different languages.Author: Arne Martensson, Helene Martensson Kindle Edition: 228 pages Kindle eBook Company: (2011-05-25) (2011-05-25) List Price: $9.99 Amazon Price: ![[Journal of a Ten Months' Residence in New Zealand.]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41PavReSjqL._SL160_.jpg)
Mark Twain once famously said "there was but one solitary thing about the past worth remembering, and that was the fact that it is past and can't be restored." Well, over recent years, The British Library, working with Microsoft has embarked on an ambitious programme to digitise its collection of 19th century books.There are now 65,000 titles available (that's an incredible 25 million pages) of material ranging from works by famous names such as Dickens, Trollope and Hardy as well as many forgotten literary gems , all of which can now be printed on demand and purchased right here on Amazon. Further information on The British Library and its digitisation programme can be found on The British Library website. Author: Ralph Steven Von Kohorn
Hardcover: 117 pages Company: Cape Catley (1977) ISBN: 0908561024 List Price: Amazon Price: Used Price: $7.95 
Cruise offerings abound, but making the most of your experience takes information that is harder to come by. The Essential Little Cruise Book, now in its fourth edition, is the answer. A compact collection of insider tips for a perfect vacation at sea, it offers practical advice on everything from deciding where to go and what to expect at sea to finding the best price and cabin—don’t leave port without it!Author: Jim West Paperback: 192 pages Company: GPP Travel (2008-11-18) ISBN: 0762748869 List Price: $9.95 Amazon Price: $2.53 Used Price: $2.35 Author: Carl Ruhen
Hardcover: 136 pages Company: HarperCollins Distribution Services (1989-03) ISBN: 0864171781 List Price: Amazon Price: $158.08 Used Price: $24.00 Author: Ralph Steven Von Kohorn
Hardcover: 166 pages Company: Cape Catley (1979) ISBN: 0908561083 List Price: Amazon Price: Used Price: $0.16 
The book has no illustrations or index. It may have numerous typos or missing text. However, purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original rare book from the publisher's website (GeneralBooksClub.com). You can also preview excerpts of the book there. Purchasers are also entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Original Publisher: London : Thoburn; Publication date: 1889; Subjects: Voyages and travels; New Zealand;Author: Robert Paulin Paperback: 82 pages Company: General Books LLC (2010-03-27) ISBN: 1154888916 List Price: $12.92 Amazon Price: $12.91 Used Price: $14.79 
This comprehensive history of the Royal Australian Navy covers the naval branch of the Australian armed forces from its inception in 1901 to the present day. The early days as the government created a national navy out of the remnants of old colonial fleets, the decades of using the British model, the transformation to a more American style of navy, and the gradual growth into one of the world's strongest and most respected forces on the seas are outlined in this historical retrospective. Author: Tom Frame Paperback: 352 pages Company: Allen & Unwin (2005-04-01) ISBN: 1741142334 List Price: $24.95 Amazon Price: $24.92 Used Price: $14.95 Author: Georgiana Baxter Deevey
Paperback: 167 pages Company: American Geophysical Union (1982) ISBN: 0875901794 List Price: Amazon Price: Used Price: $25.00 Amazon.com Books: Bermuda cruises
• Exceptional restaurants, hotels, and sights selected to help you make the best choices.• Simple pleasures. Embrace the local scene as you hit the pink sands of Horseshoe Bay, shop for shorts on Front Street, or cheer on your team at Cup Match. • Boundless activities. Find choices for every traveler, from snorkeling, deep-sea fishing, and golfing to just lounging on the beach. • Local Experts Fodor’s worldwide team of 700 writers reveal their favorite haunts to enrich your travel experience. • Revised Annually Each year our writers hit the streets in search of the hot spots, while verifying that current listings still meet our high standards. • Travelers Like You Get candid advice from fellow travelers at Fodors.com, and read their “Word of Mouth” tips throughout this book. Author: Fodor's Paperback: 240 pages ISBN13: 9781400005024, Condition: New, Notes: BRAND NEW FROM PUBLISHER! 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Tracking provided on most orders. Buy with Confidence! Millions of books sold! Company: Fodor's (2010-10-19) (2010-10-19) ISBN: 1400005027 List Price: $17.99 Amazon Price: $10.00 Used Price: $1.87 
America’s #1 bestselling travel seriesWritten by more than 175 outspoken travelers around the globe, Frommer’s Complete Guides help travelers experience places the way locals do.More annually updated guides than any other series16-page color section and foldout map in all annual guidesOutspoken opinions, exact prices, and suggested itinerariesDozens of detailed maps in an easy-to-read, two-color design A cruise is a complete vacation, so it's important that you choose the one that's right for you. Frommer's Cruises & Ports of Call 2009 is the most user-friendly, opinionated, and comprehensive guide you can buy before you set sail. We provide in-depth coverage on cruises departing from U.S. ports to the Caribbean, Alaska, Mexico, Bermuda, and Canada. Unlike rating systems used in other guides, our system is simple. We break down the essential elements of a cruise experience (dining, activities, children's activities, entertainment, service, overall enjoyment, and overall value), and rate them from "poor" to "outstanding." Photos of each ship combine with the text to give a better sense of the very real differences among the various lines. Most important, this is the only cruise guide that provides the real prices people pay for cruises, not just the rack rates. Other guides tell you that a seven-night cruise aboard Holland America’s Noordam costs $2,639. You can pay that if you want to, but only Frommer's tells you that the same cruise is selling for $899. We give both the rack rates and the discount price for every cruise we review. This feature alone makes Frommer's Cruises and Ports of Call by far the most valuable trip-planning book among cruise guides. Our authors, noted cruise experts who've personally checked out every ship sailing in and around North America, offer candid and unbiased opinions on them all. They are completely up to date, with all the latest developments and the newest ships. You'll also get complete coverage of the major port destinations, with advice on how to spend your limited time ashore. 
When the president of Constellation Cruise Lines, Emily Schultz, buys an old cruise ship at a bargain price, she doesn’t discover there’s a ghost aboard until it’s too late to cancel the deal. Desperate for help, Emily calls Kayla Sanders and Natalia Baliskov back to work. They embark on a frantic search to discover the identity of the ghost and her murderer. The “Lady” tries to communicate by flooding Kayla with crazy visions of the ship from her final voyage. Kayla realizes the ghost is afraid her murderer will kill another passenger sailing on their next cruise. The entire ship is filled with suspects and potential victims, since everyone on the Sea Mist is a repeat passenger. The investigation ramps up when Kayla’s fiancé, Steven Young joins her onboard the ship. Suspended from Interpol after his partner got killed, Steven feels guilty and incompetent. While tracking down clever smugglers selling black market antiquities throughout the Mediterranean, Steven’s partner got too close. Steven doesn’t know there’s a leak inside Interpol! After the smugglers murdered his partner, they traced Steven to Colorado and wrecked Kayla’s cottage. Now they know he’s onboard the Sea Mist and want to kill him. Kayla must interpret her visions from the Lady in time to prevent another murder, and Steven needs to unmask the ruthless leader of the smuggling ring to get his job back. Their future depends on mutual success.Author: Diane Rapp, Diane Rapp Kindle Edition: 195 pages Kindle eBook Company: Diane Rapp (2011-09-23) (2011-09-23) List Price: $2.99 Amazon Price: 
After three years of dating Tony and Renee are bored and on the brink of breaking up. A five day cruise to Bermuda more than heats things up. Sun, sand and an exotic locale do wonders for any relationship. (THIS IS A SHORT STORY)Author: James Vaughn Kindle Edition: 31 pages Kindle eBook Company: (2011-01-03) (2011-01-03) List Price: $0.99 Amazon Price: 
Plan your cruise itineraries before you leave home so that you can maximize your island experiences in the minimum amount of time you are allowed at each port. Know before you go: * All about the country's history and its wonderful people, * The layout of the land, where the best beaches are, the best shopping, * Points of interest, sightseeing, and getting around. * Wheelchair and Scooter Accessibility * How to stay safe and secure while in a foreign country. * Compare your ship's excursions costs with "On Your Own." While this website contains detailed information about cruise ports throughout the world, the information contained herein is also useful for land travelers who are visiting the same destinations and wanting specific information. Author: Carol Boyle Kindle Edition: Kindle eBook Company: Carol Boyle (2011-12-12) (2011-12-12) List Price: Amazon Price: 
Launched in 2011, our Concise Guide series will help you turn that next trip into the perfect vacation. Inside, you'll find valuable tips on: • Traveling To and From • Transportation • Things to Do • Places to Eat • Hotels and Places to Sleep • General Travel Advice • Much More! Note to Kindle Users: Each edition has been specially formatted for the Kindle, to provide you with the best possible reading experience. Author: Jason Hale Kindle Edition: Kindle eBook Company: (2012-01-15) (2012-01-15) List Price: Amazon Price: 
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.Author: James McQuade Paperback: 542 pages Company: Nabu Press (2010-01-12) ISBN: 1142642097 List Price: $40.75 Amazon Price: $22.81 Used Price: $40.70 
Discover the reality the cruise industry doesn t want you to know about: Sexual Assaults, Shipboard Disappearances, A Pattern of Cover-ups, Noroviruses, Unaccredited Doctors, Inadequate Security and Your Binding Ticket Contract. Learn how to protect you and your loved ones from becoming victims. You'll get:-Easy to use checklists to help protect you and your family. -Realistic rules to keep you safe in a cruise ship environment. -Sensible talk about health and sanitation issues. -Practical advice to guide you from the purchase of your ticket (which is a binding contract) to the end of your voyage. Author: Charles R. Lipcon Paperback: 128 pages Company: I. Adels, Inc. (2008-01-31) ISBN: 0979780705 List Price: $14.95 Amazon Price: $14.95 Used Price: $13.05
Cruise offerings abound, but making the most of your experience takes information that is harder to come by. The Essential Little Cruise Book, now in its fourth edition, is the answer. A compact collection of insider tips for a perfect vacation at sea, it offers practical advice on everything from deciding where to go and what to expect at sea to finding the best price and cabin—don’t leave port without it!Author: Jim West Paperback: 192 pages Company: GPP Travel (2008-11-18) ISBN: 0762748869 List Price: $9.95 Amazon Price: $2.53 Used Price: $2.35 
Title: The Cruise of the Montauk to Bermuda, the West Indies and Florida.Publisher: British Library, Historical Print EditionsThe British Library is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the world's largest research libraries holding over 150 million items in all known languages and formats: books, journals, newspapers, sound recordings, patents, maps, stamps, prints and much more. Its collections include around 14 million books, along with substantial additional collections of manuscripts and historical items dating back as far as 300 BC.The HISTORY OF TRAVEL collection includes books from the British Library digitised by Microsoft. This collection contains personal narratives, travel guides and documentary accounts by Victorian travelers, male and female. Also included are pamphlets, travel guides, and personal narratives of trips to and around the Americas, the Indies, Europe, Africa and the Middle East. ++++The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to insure edition identification:++++ British Library Macquade, James; 1885. xv. 441 p. ; 8º. 10470.dd.1.Author: James Macquade Paperback: 544 pages Company: British Library, Historical Print Editions (2011-03-25) ISBN: 1241436878 List Price: $41.75 Amazon Price: $23.30 Used Price: $30.14 Amazon.com Books: Africa cruises
This guide is designed for optimal navigation on eReaders, smartphones, and other mobile electronic devices. It is indexed alphabetically and by category, making it easier to access individual articles. Articles feature information about attractions, landmarks, districts, transportation, cultural venues, dining, history and much more. Addresses, telephones, hours of operation and admissions information are included where possible. The guide is complemented by clearly marked maps that are linked to city attractions. This travel guide also features a Cape Town itinerary with our suggestions for your travel route. Itineraries include links to individual attraction articles. NEW FEATURE: Many attraction articles now include links to Google Maps. On a dedicated electronic reader with a slow connection and a primitive browser, Google Maps will display the attraction on the map along with metro stations, roads, and nearby attractions. On an internet-enabled device such as the iPhone and the iPad, Google Maps will even show you the route from your current location to the attraction you want to go to. With this travel guide you can turn some eReaders into audio guides. For example, on the Kindle, just open an article and click Shift+SYM to activate text-to-speech. Put the speaker on the back of the Kindle against your ear and enjoy your virtual travel companion. Press Spacebar to pause/resume text-to-speech. All travel guides in the Mobi Travel series are only $4.99 or less. Search for any title: enter mobi (short for MobileReference) and a keyword; for example: mobi Paris. Table of Contents: Essentials: Eat | Drink | Sleep | Respect | Cope | Stay Healthy | Stay Safe | Malaria | Basic Phrasebooks 1. South Africa: History | Politics | Economy | Social Issues | Culture | Geography | Climate | Regions, Cities & Other Destinations | Top 10 National Parks | Buy | Animals & Plants in Africa 1.1 Transportation: Get in | Get Around | Air travel in South Africa 2. Maps: South Africa | Provinces | Cape Town | Johannesburg | Johannesburg Ring Road | Western Cape | National Parks 3. Cape Town: History | Tourism | Eat | Drink | Sleep | Contact | Stay Safe 3.1 Transport: Get in | Get Around | International Airport | Port 3.2 Attractions: Top 10 | Itinerary | See | Do | Buy | Get Out 3.3 Culture: Museums | Performing Arts | Sports 3.4 By Area: Geography | Suburbs | Townships | Beaches 4. Johannesburg: History | Climate | Eat | Drink | Sleep | Contact | Stay Healthy | Stay Safe 4.1 Transport: Get in | Get Around | OR Tambo Int'l Airport | Johannesburg Ring Road 4.2 Attractions: Top 10 | See | Do | Buy | Get Out 4.3 Culture: Museums | Music | Sports 4.4 By Area: Geography | Cityscape | Districts | Suburbs 5. Other Top Cities: Bloemfontein | Durban | Polokwane | Port Elizabeth | Pretoria | Kimberley | Upington 6. National Parks & Reserves | UNESCO World Heritage Sites Author: MobileReference Kindle Edition: 948 pages Kindle eBook Company: MobileReference (2011-02-20) (2011-02-20) List Price: $4.99 Amazon Price: Author: Rita Cruise O'Brien
Hardcover: 320 pages Company: Faber and Faber (1972-01-24) ISBN: 0571085172 List Price: Amazon Price: Used Price: $0.87 
Looking for a travel guide that dares to be honest? Unlike the cruise booklet that most Tour Operators send out with your booking, our Cruise Guide book tells you how it really is. Given from an experienced perspective that does not shy away from confronting the issues, it provides a valuable insight into what you can expect from a Nile Cruise by letting you know the scams, as well as the pleasures awaiting you on your Egyptian vacation. Our Travel Egypt book offer straight answers, with sound advice and is illustrated throughout with over 100 black and white photographs. It contains, amongst other things: PRACTICAL ADVICE: Such as how to deal with hassle, unwanted attention, intimidation and illness. Plus, extra costs involved that you are rarely told about, local scams, bartering tips, things to avoid, etc. GENERAL INFORMATION: Such as, medical advice, visa requirements, facts and figures, prices, boat facilities and layout, money matters, cruise schedules, safety issues, etc. SUGGESTIONS: Such as, suitable clothing, useful Arabic phrases, local customs, local dishes and drinks etc. RECOMMENDATIONS: Such as ancient sites, reviews, entertainment, extra excursions, useful links, free downloads etc. The book tells you how it is, without over romanticising the experience, and contains information you would be hard pressed to find in one place. A must read for anyone planning, or thinking of taking an Egyptian Nile Cruise.Author: Janet Wood Paperback: 206 pages Company: M J Wood (2011-03-21) ISBN: 0954804961 List Price: $14.50 Amazon Price: $11.89 Used Price: $26.16
This book covers the second half of Yaghans circumnavigation 2006-2009. Yaghan is a Hallberg-Rassy 62. The book about the first half " Back at the helm - sailing the Yaghan to Antarctica, Patagonia and the South Pacific" was published in May 2010. In this second book , a stand-alone sequel, we describe our sail from New Zealand at the beginning of 2008 and the period up and until our return to Sweden in the summer of 2009. Our journey takes us via Australia, across the Atlantic via Saint Helena and onwards to Brazil and the Caribbean.From there the route takes us via the Azors and home to Europe.We reflect on what it feels like to return after three years of absence and also review how different pieces of equipment have withstood a round-the-world trip. You can also follow the circumnavigation on a series of 20, ten-minutes films on Youtube. Just search for "Arne and Helene Martensson" or "Yaghan". The films have subtitles in English but in a couple of clicks you can select around 50 different languages.Author: Arne Martensson, Helene Martensson Kindle Edition: 228 pages Kindle eBook Company: (2011-05-25) (2011-05-25) List Price: $9.99 Amazon Price: 
This fresh and original study analyses how power presents itself in dramatic performance in these two increasingly economically and politically important continents. Emotion and politics play a hugely important role in the politics of Asia and Africa but, as this book sets out, too much of western political research into the subject concentrates on apparent deficiencies - on the weakness of institutions, defects in the bureaucracy or markets, poor management of elections, absent judicial autonomy. Viewing political performance through Western eyes in this way - where politics is primarily about the naked pursuit of power and interests - can lead to a misunderstanding of how politics actually works in Africa and Asia, where process plays a far more important role. Thus performance, drama and emotion are far more integral to political outcome there than in the West. By concentrating on this new perspective the authors, each a recognised specialist in one or more states in Asia and Africa, avoid this trap and offer a coherent picture of the impact political performance has on the culture and politics of these societies and how they function. Hardcover: 288 pages Company: I. B. Tauris (2007-05-15) (2007-06-12) ISBN: 1845113675 List Price: $89.00 Amazon Price: $59.94 Used Price: $30.52 Author: Wilma Cruise
Hardcover: 208 pages Company: Struik Publishers (1992-02) ISBN: 0947430288 List Price: Amazon Price: Used Price: $372.64 Author: Conor Cruise O'Brien
Pamphlet: 20 pages Company: Irish Anti Apartheid Movement (1967) List Price: Amazon Price: Used Price: $9.50 This digital document is an article from Airguide Online, published by Pyramid Media Group, Inc on December 14, 2009. The length of the article is 1082 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
Citation Details Title: Destination News - Africa / Middle East.(Costa Cruise Lines's services)(Goway Africa's services) Author: Unavailable Publication: Airguide Online (Magazine/Journal) Date: December 14, 2009 Publisher: Pyramid Media Group, Inc Page: NA Distributed by Gale, a part of Cengage Learning Author: Unavailable Digital: 4 pages HTML Company: Pyramid Media Group, Inc (2009-12-14) (2010-01-12) List Price: $9.95 Amazon Price: $9.95 
Donal Cruise O'Brien is a leading authority on Islam in Africa. This is a collection of his writing over the last 30 years, some significantly rewritten to render this a coherent book to use for teaching about the interplay between politics and Islam in Africa. The author's main argument is that much of politics in Africa is negotiated through use of symbols, and can not be separated from the religious origins and the systems of belief from which they originate. The book focuses on Senegal, a fascinating example of the spread of Muslim brotherhoods and their overarching influence on the construction and decision-making processes of the state. Author: Donal Cruise O'Brien Paperback: 256 pages Company: Palgrave Macmillan (2004-03-18) ISBN: 1403963703 List Price: $35.00 Amazon Price: $34.98 Used Price: $0.88 This digital document is an article from Airguide Online, published by Pyramid Media Group, Inc on April 13, 2009. The length of the article is 957 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
Citation Details Title: Destination News - Africa / Middle East.(cruise tourists growth in Dubai)(South African Tourism USA) Author: Gale Reference Team Publication: Airguide Online (Magazine/Journal) Date: April 13, 2009 Publisher: Pyramid Media Group, Inc Page: NA Distributed by Gale, a part of Cengage Learning Author: Gale Reference Team Digital: 4 pages HTML Company: Pyramid Media Group, Inc (2009-04-13) (2009-04-21) List Price: $9.95 Amazon Price: $9.95 Amazon.com Books: Panama Canal cruises
This book will help you to get the most out of your Panama Canal Cruise * What you will see and what to expect * How to get the best view * The fascinating saga of linking the oceans * The past, present and future of the Canal * Five ways to cruise the Panama Canal * All about Panama Canal shore excursions * Insider information * A personal guide to your day in the Canal "NORTHBOUND" or "SOUTHBOUND"???? The book appears in two editions - "Your Day In The Panama Canal - Northbound: The Panama Canal Pacific to Atlantic" or "Your Day In The Panama Canal - Southbound: Everything you need to get the most out of your Panama Canal experience" - so how do you know which one to buy???? Although Panama connects North and South America, this little squiggle of a country runs east to west. On the east is Columbia, on the west is Costa Rica. The Atlantic is on the north and the Pacific is on the south. The Canal itself actually runs north south! So, if you are cruising from the Atlantic to the Pacific, although you are going from an eastern ocean to a western ocean you are going south when you are in the Canal, so ATLANTIC TO PACIFIC IS SOUTHBOUND. By the same token PACIFIC TO ATLANTIC IS NORTHBOUND.Author: Richard Detrich Paperback: 254 pages Company: CreateSpace (2010-11-02) ISBN: 1453812911 List Price: $20.00 Amazon Price: Used Price: $600.00 
RICHARD DETRICH is a popular port and destination lecturer on luxury cruise ships and frequently provides commentary from the bridge as ships transit the Canal. Detrich has enjoyed a varied career as pastor, small businessman, ecommerce director and real estate agent before retiring to a coffee farm, high in the Chiriqui Mountains of Panama. Richard says, "Lecturing on ships transiting the Canal I realized there was a need for a simpler, more readable book written for cruise passengers that included information about the Canal as well as information about Panama. I wanted to write a book that would be helpful to folks planning a Panama Canal trip as well as serve as a guide during the voyage." CRUISING THE PANAMA CANAL combines on board guide for both Northbound and Southbound transits. * * * * "CRUISING THE PANAMA CANAL is the essential companion for your cruise: what to expect,, the past, present and future of the Canal and insider information on shore excursions." "Richard's commentary, history and background made our Canal trip come alive!" "The ultimate authority on cruising the Canal . . . Easy-going writing style makes this a cinch for anyone to read." "This is the book you will want to buy for planning your cruise and to use as a guide during the Canal transit." "This is the best Panama Canal book for cruise ship passengers."Author: Richard Detrich Paperback: 298 pages Company: CreateSpace (2011-07-01) ISBN: 1463618182 List Price: $24.00 Amazon Price: $20.24 Used Price: $52.54 
Much more than just a guidebook, the Panama Canal and Caribbean Cruise Companion gives passengers an exciting perspective on regional history and culture.Author: Joe Upton Paperback: 316 pages Company: Coastal Publishing, Inc. (2003) ISBN: 0964568268 List Price: Amazon Price: $45.00 Used Price: $6.83
America’s #1 bestselling travel seriesWritten by more than 175 outspoken travelers around the globe, Frommer’s Complete Guides help travelers experience places the way locals do.More annually updated guides than any other series16-page color section and foldout map in all annual guidesOutspoken opinions, exact prices, and suggested itinerariesDozens of detailed maps in an easy-to-read, two-color design A cruise is a complete vacation, so it's important that you choose the one that's right for you. Frommer's Cruises & Ports of Call 2009 is the most user-friendly, opinionated, and comprehensive guide you can buy before you set sail. We provide in-depth coverage on cruises departing from U.S. ports to the Caribbean, Alaska, Mexico, Bermuda, and Canada. Unlike rating systems used in other guides, our system is simple. We break down the essential elements of a cruise experience (dining, activities, children's activities, entertainment, service, overall enjoyment, and overall value), and rate them from "poor" to "outstanding." Photos of each ship combine with the text to give a better sense of the very real differences among the various lines. Most important, this is the only cruise guide that provides the real prices people pay for cruises, not just the rack rates. Other guides tell you that a seven-night cruise aboard Holland America’s Noordam costs $2,639. You can pay that if you want to, but only Frommer's tells you that the same cruise is selling for $899. We give both the rack rates and the discount price for every cruise we review. This feature alone makes Frommer's Cruises and Ports of Call by far the most valuable trip-planning book among cruise guides. Our authors, noted cruise experts who've personally checked out every ship sailing in and around North America, offer candid and unbiased opinions on them all. They are completely up to date, with all the latest developments and the newest ships. You'll also get complete coverage of the major port destinations, with advice on how to spend your limited time ashore. 
This historic book may have numerous typos, missing text or index. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. 1916. Not illustrated. Excerpt: ... CHAPTER VII. MABEL SHOWS HER COURAGE. "by the way," said Shirley as they walked along, "how is your wound? I see you have removed the bandage." A startled expression flitted across the young man's face, but neither girl perceived it. "It's much better," he made answer. "Not even a scar left. It didn't amount to much, after all." Fifteen minutes later they were back aboard the Yucatan, where Shirley related their experiences to others of their party. "I'll have to keep a closer watch on you two," declared Mr. Willing. "Every time you get away by yourselves you run into trouble. And you won't always come out of it so easily." Several hours later the big steamship moved majestically out of the harbor and soon was headed down the coast once more. She came to anchor again the following morning at Jacksonville, the last American port at which she would touch until she reached San Diego, California. The Willing party went ashore again, but this time, true to his word, Mr. Willing would not permit the girls to wander away by themselves. As they strolled about, Shirley became suddenly ill. She knew it was nothing serious, brought on probably by the excessive heat. Therefore she informed the others that she was going back aboard the ship, as she wished to lie down. Mabel agreed to go with her. The fathers saw the two girls into a taxicab, which soon dropped them at the pier, where they immediately went to their suite. Shirley felt much better now that she was out of the sun, and lying down on the sofa picked up a book and commenced to read. Mabel sat down at a little desk to write a letter. In spite of the cooling breeze made by the electric fan in the room, it was still rather warm, and Mabel left the outer door open to get what breeze they could from over the water. Mab...Author: Carolyn Judson Burnett Paperback: 114 pages Company: General Books LLC (2012-01-11) ISBN: 0217065961 List Price: $20.40 Amazon Price: $20.39 
One of the greatest peacetime epics of human endeavor, the creation of the Panama Canal captured, for decades, the world's imagination. Now a major cruise destination, the Canal was the 'moon launch' of its day, plunging France into near financial and political ruin before becoming the crowning achievement of America under President Theodore Roosevelt, ushering in an era of global trade and prosperity.Anne Vipond, author of several books on cruising, describes the engineering challenges faced and the personalities involved in this fascinating saga, and provides practical information to help passengers make the most of their time in port. Descriptions of each country, island and port of call are supported by in-depth research and detailed maps. Includes Florida, islands of the Caribbean, the Canal, Central America, Mexican Riviera and the West Coast ports. Author: Anne Vipond Paperback: 352 pages Company: Ocean Cruise Guides (2011-09-01) ISBN: 0980957362 List Price: $21.95 Amazon Price: $14.76 Used Price: $15.01 
Frommer's. The best trips start here.Listen to a free Panama podcast from Frommers.comExperience a place the way the locals do. Enjoy the best it has to offer.Expert advice on the best beaches, bird-watching spots, and ecolodges, as well as recommendations on what to see and do in Panama City.Outspoken opinions on what's worth your time and what's not.Exact prices, so you can plan the perfect trip whatever your budget.Off-the-beaten-path experiences and undiscovered gems, plus new takes on top attractions. Find great deals and book your trip at Frommers.com 
One of the greatest engineering feats ever, the Panama Canal is becoming one of the world's most popular cruise itineraries. Ports of call span the Caribbean and the Mexican Riviera, but the highlight of the cruise is the eight-hour transit of the Canal in which six massive locks raise and lower the ship 85 feet. Read about the monumental construction of the Canal as well as the history, culture, flora and fauna of this tropical region. Detail provided on popular ports, from Florida to California. Over 400 maps and photos most in color. Includes giant color fold out map of Panama CanalAuthor: Anne Vipond Paperback: 352 pages Company: Ocean Cruise Guides (2004-09-01) ISBN: 0968838960 List Price: $21.95 Amazon Price: $37.35 Used Price: $3.94 
Discover the adventure of PanamaFodor's choice ratings you can trust. Exceptional restaurants, hotels, and sights selected to help you make the best choices. Simple pleasures. Embrace the local scene as you fall in love with the charming capital city, explore white-sand beaches, and discover the history-rich Panama Canal. Boundless activities. Find choices for every traveler, from relaxing at plush resorts to sampling ecotours and thrilling outdoor adventures. Local Experts Fodor's worldwide team of 700 writers reveal their favorite haunts to enrich your travel experience. Freshest Facts You won't find a more up-to-date guide to the region. Our writers seek out hot spots while verifying that listings meet our high standards. Travelers Like You Get candid advice from fellow travelers at Fodors.com, and read their “Word of Mouth” tips throughout this book. “Fodor's has emerged…as our fave guidebook series for insider tips about things you actually want to know…” -Miami Herald “Hipped up…plus advice on a broader range of attractions, from classic to quirky.”-Outside Magazine Author: Fodor's Paperback: 368 pages Company: Fodor's (2010-03-30) (2010-03-30) ISBN: 1400004292 List Price: $21.99 Amazon Price: $12.64 Used Price: $11.99 
Author: Anne VipondPaperback: 336 pages Company: Ocean Cruise Guides (2008-10) ISBN: 0980957311 List Price: $21.95 Amazon Price: $19.95 Used Price: $14.50 Amazon.com Books: Asia cruises
This digital document is an article from Airguide Online, published by Pyramid Media Group, Inc on January 25, 2010. The length of the article is 821 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
Citation Details Title: Destination News - Asia / Pacific.(Pandaw River Cruises)(Asia Transpacific Journeys's services) Author: Unavailable Publication: Airguide Online (Magazine/Journal) Date: January 25, 2010 Publisher: Pyramid Media Group, Inc Page: NA Distributed by Gale, a part of Cengage Learning Author: Unavailable Digital: 3 pages HTML Company: Pyramid Media Group, Inc (2010-01-25) (2010-02-08) List Price: $9.95 Amazon Price: $9.95
This fresh and original study analyses how power presents itself in dramatic performance in these two increasingly economically and politically important continents. Emotion and politics play a hugely important role in the politics of Asia and Africa but, as this book sets out, too much of western political research into the subject concentrates on apparent deficiencies - on the weakness of institutions, defects in the bureaucracy or markets, poor management of elections, absent judicial autonomy. Viewing political performance through Western eyes in this way - where politics is primarily about the naked pursuit of power and interests - can lead to a misunderstanding of how politics actually works in Africa and Asia, where process plays a far more important role. Thus performance, drama and emotion are far more integral to political outcome there than in the West. By concentrating on this new perspective the authors, each a recognised specialist in one or more states in Asia and Africa, avoid this trap and offer a coherent picture of the impact political performance has on the culture and politics of these societies and how they function. Hardcover: 288 pages Company: I. B. Tauris (2007-05-15) (2007-06-12) ISBN: 1845113675 List Price: $89.00 Amazon Price: $59.94 Used Price: $30.52 
In 1905 President Teddy Roosevelt dispatched Secretary of War William Taft, his gun-toting daughter Alice and a gaggle of congressmen on a mission to Japan, the Philippines, China, and Korea. There, they would quietly forge a series of agreements that divided up Asia. At the time, Roosevelt was bully-confident about America's future on the continent. But these secret pacts lit the fuse that would-decades later-result in a number of devastating wars: WWII, the Korean War, the communist revolution in China.One hundred years later, James Bradley retraces that epic voyage and discovers the remarkable truth about America's vast imperial past-and its world-shaking consequences. Full of fascinating characters and brilliantly told, THE IMPERIAL CRUISE will forever reshape the way we understand U.S. history Author: James Bradley Audio CD: Audiobook, Unabridged Company: Hachette Audio (2010-11-08) ISBN: 1607886707 List Price: $19.98 Amazon Price: $7.53 Used Price: $3.45 In 1905 President Teddy Roosevelt dispatched Secretary of War William Taft, his gun-toting daughter Alice and a gaggle of congressmen on a mission to Japan, the Philippines, China, and Korea. There, they would quietly forge a series of agreements that divided up Asia. At the time, Roosevelt was bully-confident about America's future on the continent. But these secret pacts lit the fuse that would-decades later-result in a number of devastating wars: WWII, the Korean War, the communist revolution in China.
One hundred years later, James Bradley retraces that epic voyage and discovers the remarkable truth about America's vast imperial past-and its world-shaking consequences. Full of fascinating characters and brilliantly told, THE IMPERIAL CRUISE will forever reshape the way we understand U.S. history Author: James Bradley Audio CD: Bargain Price Company: Hachette Audio (2009-11-24) (2009-11-24) List Price: $39.98 Amazon Price: $13.82 Used Price: $6.98 
On the demand side, exporters and strategic planners approaching the market in Asia face a number of questions. Which countries are supplying cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry boats, and similar passenger vessels to Asia? What is the dollar value of these imports? How much do the imports of cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry boats, and similar passenger vessels vary from one country to another in Asia? Do exporters serving the market in Asia have similar market shares across the importing countries? On the supply side, Asia also sells to the international market of cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry boats, and similar passenger vessels. Which countries in Asia supply the most exports of cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry boats, and similar passenger vessels? Which countries are buying their exports? What is the value of these exports and which countries are the largest buyers? This report was created for strategic planners, international marketing executives and import/export managers who are concerned with the market for cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry boats, and similar passenger vessels in Asia. With the globalization of this market, managers can no longer be contented with a local view. Nor can managers be contented with out-of-date statistics that appear several years after the fact. I have developed a methodology, based on macroeconomic and trade models, to estimate the market for cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry boats, and similar passenger vessels for those countries serving Asia via exports or supplying from Asia via imports. We do so for the current year based on a variety of key historical indicators and econometric models. In what follows, Chapter 2 begins by summarizing where Asia fits into the world market for imported and exported cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry boats, and similar passenger vessels. The total level of imports and exports on a worldwide basis, and those for Asia in particular, is based on a model which aggregates across over 150 key country markets and projects these to the current year. From there, each country represents a percent of the world market. This market is served from a number of competitive countries of origin. Based on both demand- and supply-side dynamics, market shares by country of origin are then calculated across each country market destination. These shares lead to a volume of import and export values for each country and are aggregated to regional and world totals. In doing so, we are able to obtain maximum likelihood estimates of both the value of each market and the shares that countries in Asia are likely to receive this year. From these figures, rankings are calculated to allow managers to prioritize markets within Asia. In this way, all the figures provided in this report are forecasts that can be combined with internal information for strategic planning purposes. Author: Icon Group International Digital: 32 pages Download: PDF Company: Icon Group International (2010-05-13) List Price: $325.00 Amazon Price: $325.00 
Most books on missile proliferation focus on the spread of ballistic missiles or cruise missiles, not both. Gormley's work, however, explains why cruise missiles are beginning to spread widely, but does so by explaining their spread in the context of ballistic missile proliferation. It therefore treats both ballistic and cruise missile proliferation as related phenomenon. This work also focuses evenhandedly on both nonproliferation and defense policy (including missile defenses and counterforce doctrines) to fashion a set of integrated strategies for dealing with ballistic and cruise missile proliferation. Signs of missile contagion abound. In this study, Gormley argues that a series of rapid and surprising developments since 2005 suggest that the proliferation of missiles capable of delivering either weapons of mass destruction or highly accurate conventional payloads is approaching a critical threshold. The surprising fact is that land-attack cruise missiles, not ballistic missiles, constitute the primary problem. Flying under the radar, both literally and figuratively, land-attack cruise missiles add a dangerous new dimension to protecting U.S. security interests and preventing regional military instability. Gormley asserts that cruise missiles are not destined to supplant ballistic missiles; rather, they are likely to join them, because when both are employed together, they could severely test even the best missile defenses. Worse yet, Gormley argues, land-attack cruise missiles are increasingly being linked to preemptive strike doctrines, which are fueling regional arms races and crisis instability. This work explains why an epidemic of cruise missile proliferation, long forecasted by analysts, has only recently begun to occur. After first assessing the state of ballistic missile proliferation, Gormley explores the role of three factors in shaping the spread of cruise missiles. These include specialized knowledge needed for missile development; narrative messages about reasons for acquiring cruise missiles; and norms of state behavior about missile nonproliferation policy and defense doctrine. This book then addresses the policy adjustments needed to stanch the spread of cruise missiles in the first place, or, barring that, cope militarily with a more demanding missile threat consisting of both cruise and ballistic missiles.Author: Dennis M. Gormley Paperback: 272 pages Company: Naval Institute Press (2010-09-15) ISBN: 1591143322 List Price: $21.95 Amazon Price: $11.55 Used Price: $9.76 
On the demand side, exporters and strategic planners approaching the market in Asia face a number of questions. Which countries are supplying cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry boats, and similar passenger vessels to Asia? What is the dollar value of these imports? How much do the imports of cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry boats, and similar passenger vessels vary from one country to another in Asia? Do exporters serving the market in Asia have similar market shares across the importing countries? On the supply side, Asia also sells to the international market of cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry boats, and similar passenger vessels. Which countries in Asia supply the most exports of cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry boats, and similar passenger vessels? Which countries are buying their exports? What is the value of these exports and which countries are the largest buyers?This report was created for strategic planners, international marketing executives and import/export managers who are concerned with the market for cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry boats, and similar passenger vessels in Asia. With the globalization of this market, managers can no longer be contented with a local view. Nor can managers be contented with out-of-date statistics that appear several years after the fact. I have developed a methodology, based on macroeconomic and trade models, to estimate the market for cruise ships, excursion boats, ferry boats, and similar passenger vessels for those countries serving Asia via exports or supplying from Asia via imports. We do so for the current year based on a variety of key historical indicators and econometric models. Author: Icon Group Digital: 32 pages Download: PDF Company: Icon Group International (2008-09-30) List Price: $325.00 Amazon Price: $325.00 Author: Not Stated
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In 1905 President Teddy Roosevelt dispatched Secretary of War William Howard Taft on the largest U.S. diplomatic mission in history to Hawaii, Japan, the Philippines, China, and Korea. Roosevelt's glamorous twenty-one year old daughter Alice served as mistress of the cruise, which included senators and congressmen. On this trip, Taft concluded secret agreements in Roosevelt's name.In 2005, a century later, James Bradley traveled in the wake of Roosevelt's mission and discovered what had transpired in Honolulu, Tokyo, Manila, Beijing and Seoul. In 1905, Roosevelt was bully-confident and made secret agreements that he though would secure America's westward push into the Pacific. Instead, he lit the long fuse on the Asian firecrackers that would singe America's hands for a century. Author: James Bradley Kindle Edition: 400 pages Kindle eBook Company: Little, Brown and Company (2009-11-05) (2009-11-24) List Price: $9.99 Amazon Price: This digital document is an article from African Studies Quarterly, published by Center for African Studies on March 22, 2010. The length of the article is 1201 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
Citation Details Title: Julia C. Strauss and Donal B. Cruise O'Brien (eds). Stage Politics: Power and Performance in Asia and Africa.(Book review) Author: Joseph Tse-Hei Lee Publication: African Studies Quarterly (Magazine/Journal) Date: March 22, 2010 Publisher: Center for African Studies Volume: 11 Issue: 2-3 Page: NA Article Type: Book review Distributed by Gale, a part of Cengage Learning Author: Joseph Tse-Hei Lee Digital: 5 pages HTML Company: Center for African Studies (2010-03-22) (2010-05-19) List Price: $9.95 Amazon Price: $9.95 Amazon.com Books: Caribbean cruises
Author: Anne VipondPaperback: 368 pages Company: Ocean Cruise Guides (2010-01) ISBN: 0980957338 List Price: $19.95 Amazon Price: $12.54 Used Price: $12.93 
Plan your cruise itineraries before you leave home so that you can maximize your island experiences in the minimum amount of time you are allowed at each port. Know before you go: * All about the country's history and its wonderful people, * The layout of the land, where the best beaches are, the best shopping, * Points of interest, sightseeing, and getting around. * Wheelchair and Scooter Accessibility * How to stay safe and secure while in a foreign country. * Compare your ship's excursions costs with "On Your Own." While this book contains detailed information about cruise ports throughout the world, the information contained herein is also useful for land travelers who are visiting the same destinations and wanting specific information. Author: Carol Boyle Kindle Edition: Kindle eBook Company: Carol Boyle (2011-11-29) (2011-11-29) List Price: Amazon Price: 
Author: Kay ShowkerPaperback: 432 pages Bargain Price Company: GPP Travel (2008-05-01) List Price: $17.95 Amazon Price: $7.08 Used Price: $10.65 
Chapter 1 Author: Jay Herring Paperback: 316 pages Company: SaltLog Press (2010-04-20) ISBN: 0981843611 List Price: $10.95 Amazon Price: $9.57 Used Price: $8.54 
The love of his life and their young son had been tragically killed by a drunken tourist. Only the beauty and tranquility that he had found in sailing the Caribbean Sea had allowed him to maintain some degree of sanity. Now the forces that wished to profit from the Caribbean were killing her in a slow death. Fortunately, others shared his love for the Sea, her creatures, her Islands, and her people. Unfortunately, their reasons differed greatly. Death and destruction now arose on the sea’s horizon.“Cruise Control” opens in St. Thomas where a broken man is forced into port. He flees south after a violent incident; and encounters an environmental activist and his love, an opportunist, and a true believer in the Sea. Can this small group make a difference in their war with major industries that prey on the Caribbean and her people; the cruise ships, the all-inclusive resorts, the drift-net fisheries, the lionfish invasion, the dolphin encounters (prisons), the crooked ministers, and the indifference and misunderstanding of the people? Can they make people react with their attacks and communiqués? Author: J. Michael Mann Kindle Edition: Kindle eBook Company: J. Michael Mann (2012-01-06) (2012-01-06) List Price: Amazon Price: 
A typical cruise will set you back a couple of thousand dollars. Plane tickets to get there will cost several hundred more dollars each. Once your vacation starts you are going to accumulate more costs, some avoidable (specialty restaurants, spa treatments and shore excursions) and some unavoidable charges (on-board tipping and transportation in port). All together your expenses will be a few thousand dollars before you spend a dime on board the cruise ship. Once on the ship you can probably expect to spend anywhere from a few hundred to a couple of thousand additional dollars. I guess that's just the cost of a family cruise vacation. This book is titled "How to Sneak Alcohol Onto a Cruise Ship and Other Ways of Reducing Your Bar Tab". However, it could have just as easily been called, "How to Offset Cruise Line Nickel and Diming" because that is exactly what happens on board most mainstream cruise lines. In the whole cruise experience there aren't a ton of places where you can cut costs. However, one of those areas happens to be in regards to alcohol consumption. While the best method of cutting costs would be to not drink, in my opinion that is a poor alternative. After all, you are on vacation you should be allowed to enjoy yourself. That being said, it shouldn't cost you an arm and or leg just to "get your buzz on". That is where this booklet comes into play. Warning! This book contains actual proven and tested money saving tips! Here are some of the things you will learn inside this booklet. How to get discounted liquor directly from the cruise line Want a few bottles for your room? I'll tell you how to do it What to do to combat "weak" umbrella drinks What the legal-speak of Cruise Line Alcohol Policies actually means What is the only 99.9% effective method of bringing your own liquor onto a cruise ship Author: Seth Lieber Kindle Edition: 35 pages Kindle eBook Company: (2011-10-13) (2011-10-13) List Price: $4.97 Amazon Price: 
Discover the most intimate secrets of life aboard a cruise ship. Take part in the daily activities of the officers and crew. Meet the passengers who, for better or worse, become part of the ship's lore. Experience life at sea...! Author: Walter Aschiero Kindle Edition: 83 pages Kindle eBook Company: (2009-12-07) (2009-12-07) List Price: $2.99 Amazon Price: 
Curacao's pastel, Dutch-colonial waterside houses showcase its Dutch heritage. See chapter 5. Detailed maps throughout Exact prices, directions, opening hours,and other practical information Candid reviews of hotels and restaurants,plus sights, shopping, and nightlife Itineraries, walking tours, and trip-planning ideas Insider tips from local expert authors 
Plan to perfection. What's included in your cruise fare? Which cabins are the best (and worst)? What should no cruise passenger leave home without?Get insider info. Written by cruising experts, our overviews of each major cruise line and ship tell you which cabins are the biggest, which kids' programs are the most comprehensive, and which lines offer the most dining options. Go Ashore. Find choices for every traveler, from beaches to underground river-tubing, from Mayan ruins to fun adventure activities. Freshest Facts You won't find a more up-to-date port guide. Our writers seek out hot spots while verifying that listings meet our high standards. Travelers Like You Get candid advice from fellow travelers at Fodors.com, and read their “Word of Mouth” tips throughout this book. Author: Fodor's Paperback: 568 pages Company: Fodor's (2011-10-04) (2011-10-04) ISBN: 0679009736 List Price: $23.99 Amazon Price: $14.72 Used Price: $9.15 
The perfect summer story of a girl, several boys, and a cruise ship full of possibilities. Lindsay has never been on a cruise, but she knows exactly what she wants to do now that she is: climb a waterfall, snorkel, meet lots of cute guys, and look for one perfect guy for a summer fling. But her to-do list isn't going according to plan, especially when she discovers that it's impossible to have a fling-when you're actually falling in love. Author: Rachel Hawthorne Paperback: 336 pages Company: HarperTeen (2004) (2004-04-27) ISBN: 0060565071 List Price: $5.99 Amazon Price: $1.02 Used Price: $0.01 Amazon.com Books: Australia cruises
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Hardcover: 136 pages Company: HarperCollins Distribution Services (1989-03) ISBN: 0864171781 List Price: Amazon Price: $158.08 Used Price: $24.00
This book covers the second half of Yaghans circumnavigation 2006-2009. Yaghan is a Hallberg-Rassy 62. The book about the first half " Back at the helm - sailing the Yaghan to Antarctica, Patagonia and the South Pacific" was published in May 2010. In this second book , a stand-alone sequel, we describe our sail from New Zealand at the beginning of 2008 and the period up and until our return to Sweden in the summer of 2009. Our journey takes us via Australia, across the Atlantic via Saint Helena and onwards to Brazil and the Caribbean.From there the route takes us via the Azors and home to Europe.We reflect on what it feels like to return after three years of absence and also review how different pieces of equipment have withstood a round-the-world trip. You can also follow the circumnavigation on a series of 20, ten-minutes films on Youtube. Just search for "Arne and Helene Martensson" or "Yaghan". The films have subtitles in English but in a couple of clicks you can select around 50 different languages.Author: Arne Martensson, Helene Martensson Kindle Edition: 228 pages Kindle eBook Company: (2011-05-25) (2011-05-25) List Price: $9.99 Amazon Price: 
This book provides details of many of the ships that cruised out of Australian ports from the early 1970s up to 2000, and all the cruise liners to have been seen in local waters since 2001, as well as a look ahead to the liners scheduled to come here later in 2007 and into 2008. It features the 110 liners that have operated cruises in Australia waters over the past 35 years and gives full details, including important dates, types of accommodation, interesting facts and general information, on every ship.Author: Peter Plowman Paperback: 112 pages Company: Roseberg Pub (2007-01) ISBN: 1877058505 List Price: $29.95 Amazon Price: $14.09 Used Price: $16.97 
Sailing among these beautiful tropical islands by luxury liner is a North American dream cruise. This new edition from Ocean Cruise Guides covers all the islands and attractions that make Hawaii such a great cruising experience. Extensive shore excursion details and cruise-and-stay options are included, as are insider tips on selecting and preparing for your Hawaii cruise.Over 400 colour photos and dozens of colour maps detailing ports, whale watching locations and island attractions. In addition, the island maps in the book also show driving times to attractions for those renting vehicles. Cruise routes are also shown so passengers can follow their ship's progress. Comes with a large color pull-out map. Author: Anne Vipond Paperback: 320 pages Company: Ocean Cruise Guides (2011-01-30) ISBN: 0980957354 List Price: $19.95 Amazon Price: $13.06 Used Price: $10.90 
A cruise was once the trip of a lifetime: a byword for refinement, luxury, romance, the millionaire lifestyle. No longer. Boats are bigger and brasher, and every year more and more people of all ages and walks of life are clambering aboard to join the party. But are they safe? Out at sea, there are no police. Many cruise ships fly flags of convenience, sailing in murky legal waters. Reports of disappearances, disease, death and debauchery are becoming alarmingly frequent. Can you be sure your dream holiday, or your ship, won't end up on the rocks?Gwyn Topham, travel editor of Guardian Unlimited, talks to crew and passengers in Australia and around the world to find out what really happens on the high seas. In tales spanning ships from the Fairstar to the QM2, he discovers pirates and pollution, missing persons and mutinies, colourful captains and crew, and passengers whose antics would make your hair curl. You cannot afford to get aboard until you have read Overboard: the stories cruise lines don't want told.Author: Gwyn Topham Kindle Edition: 202 pages Kindle eBook Company: Random House Australia (2011-10-26) (2011-10-26) List Price: $23.38 Amazon Price: 
In keeping with the Unofficial Guide philosophy, this book pulls no punches as it reports on the nitty-gritty details of more than 100 cruise lines and 500 ships, ranking each for value and quality.The authors reveal industry secrets for getting the lowest possible fares, share helpful hints for getting the cabin you want most at a price you can afford, and give strategies for booking hassle-free air connections, making the most of your time and money on board, and figuring out who your fellow passengers will be. 
Hephaestus Books represents a new publishing paradigm, allowing disparate content sources to be curated into cohesive, relevant, and informative books. To date, this content has been curated from Wikipedia articles and images under Creative Commons licensing, although as Hephaestus Books continues to increase in scope and dimension, more licensed and public domain content is being added. We believe books such as this represent a new and exciting lexicon in the sharing of human knowledge. This particular book contains chapters focused on Radio stations in South Australia, and Radio stations in Adelaide.Author: Hephaestus Books Paperback: 74 pages Company: Hephaestus Books (2011-09-29) ISBN: 1244524727 List Price: $17.75 Amazon Price: $13.59 
Hephaestus Books represents a new publishing paradigm, allowing disparate content sources to be curated into cohesive, relevant, and informative books. To date, this content has been curated from Wikipedia articles and images under Creative Commons licensing, although as Hephaestus Books continues to increase in scope and dimension, more licensed and public domain content is being added. We believe books such as this represent a new and exciting lexicon in the sharing of human knowledge. This particular book contains chapters focused on Carnival Corporation & PLC, and Carnival Corporation & PLC Templates. More info: Carnival Corporation & plc (, , and ), is a British-American-Panamanian corporation, and the world's largest cruise ship operator. It is a dual listed company, with headquarters at Carnival Place in the Doral suburb of Miami, Florida, USA and at Carnival House in Southampton, England, UK. Carnival Corporation and Carnival plc are separate listed companies and have different shareholder bodies, but they jointly own all the operating companies in the group. Carnival Corporation owns the majority stake, however as a condition of the merger between Carnival Corporation and P&O Princess Cruises PLC in 2002, it was agreed that P&O Princess would be relisted as Carnival PLC in London, remaining as a separate company with a predominantly British shareholder body and largely retaining the P&O Princess executive team. Carnival Corporation and Carnival PLC stocks are currently traded on the London Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange ( and )Author: Hephaestus Books Paperback: 76 pages Company: Hephaestus Books (2011-09-28) ISBN: 1244381268 List Price: $17.75 Amazon Price: $11.11 Used Price: $12.69
Cruise of the Conrad, a best seller in 1937, is the journal of a voyage round the world in the fully-rigged ship JOSEPH CONRAD, 212 tons, in the years 1934, 1935 and 1936 by way of Good Hope, the South Sea, ahead of the Roaring Forties to the East Indies, on to Singapore, driven by the South East Monsoon and north about Australia and New Zealand, finally rounding Cape Horn before returning home after two years. Alan Villiers was well qualified for the venture after rounding Cape Horn six times in grain ships and serving in whaling barques in the Tasman Sea. He took with him a heterogeneous collection of mariners and schoolboys, 32 all told. He was a fair and egalitarian Master and looked after the interest of his crew. The voyage of the JOSEPH CONRAD is the truthful story of a great voyage, packed with adventure, how they were blown on the Brooklyn Rocks in a blizzard, the near loss of the vessel on Wari reef and overall the joy of a fine ship with a possible 10,000 square feet of sail to challenge the elements. JOSEPH CONRAD is now preserved in the Mystic Seaport Museum in Connecticut.
Cruise offerings abound, but making the most of your experience takes information that is harder to come by. The Essential Little Cruise Book, now in its fourth edition, is the answer. A compact collection of insider tips for a perfect vacation at sea, it offers practical advice on everything from deciding where to go and what to expect at sea to finding the best price and cabin—don’t leave port without it!Author: Jim West Paperback: 192 pages Company: GPP Travel (2008-11-18) ISBN: 0762748869 List Price: $9.95 Amazon Price: $2.53 Used Price: $2.35 |
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