description and travel

"Benjamin the Bald Eagle gives young readers a tour of the capital city of the United States--Washington, DC"--OCLC.

"Horror, true crime, and creepy legends abound in this epic travel guide to the films, books, and dark history found throughout the U.S. With a unique eye focused on the female, best friends and lifelong horror fans, Meg Hafdahl and Kelly Florence, will tour well-known sites like the Lizzie Borden Bed and Breakfast, while also going off-trail to explore forgotten gems, like the hometown of the OG goth girl, Emily Dickinson, capturing the truly strange and gothic in America. Every chapter will include their own, authentic experience, travel tips, strange facts, maps, and more. With experiential travel continuing to gain momentum and gothic/witchy lifestyles going mainstream, this book will give horror and true crime readers the ultimate guide to planning macabre trips of their own"--.

"Thailand is a Southeast Asian kingdom once known as Siam. Today, it's a popular tourist destination and a powerful economic force. Readers discover Thailand's past and present in this detailed guide. Featuring meticulously researched main text, engaging sidebars, and fun fact boxes, this reading experience allows readers to dive deeply into the details of Thailand's culture. Helpful maps and stunning photographs add a vibrant visual element to this reading experience. Readers are also encouraged to take a hands-on approach to global citizenship as they try their hand at making Thai cuisine with the help of fun recipes"--Provided by publisher.

"From enormous statues and bustling cities to towering mountains and rushing waterfalls, Brazil is full of amazing sites. In this book, a kid narrator heads on a road trip to this South American nation to see all the important places--and takes curious readers along with them [to learn about] the history and geography of the country, [as well as] cultural tidbits about popular sports, foods, and more"--Provided by publisher.

A brief introduction to the trade route known as The Silk Road, which would connect the East and the West, discussing when it began to be used, who named it and more.

The author presents a collection of stories based upon his interviews with ten unusual characters across America including a man who claimed to have killed ten aliens from space, a Neo-Nazi folk group, and the leader of a white supremist organization.

"Organized state-by-state then province-by-province, 50 States, 5,000 Ideas showcases the best travel experiences in every state and province, from the obvious to the unexpected. Sights include national parks, beaches, hotels, Civil War battlefields, dude ranches, out-of-the-way museums, and the list goes on and on. You'll discover the world's longest yard sale in Tennessee; swamp tours in Louisiana; dinosaur trails in Colorado; America's oldest street in NYC; a string of lighthouses in Nova Scotia; authentic Chinese night markets in British Columbia; and the best spot to watch for sea otters on the central California coast. Each entry provides detailed travel information, as well as fascinating facts about each state, that will help fuel your wanderlust and ensure the best vacation possible"--.

Curiosity is a natural quality for children, which is enhanced when traveling. These little guides are intended just for them, with itineraries around big cities like Paris and London to explore the most iconic places (starting from their rooms). The books feature also little games and activities to be ready for real-life explorations! The big cities won't have secrets anymore.

"Provides an up-close look at the history and construction of Angkor Wat as well as what the site is like today"--Provided by publisher.

Looking forward to the summer after a difficult year, siblings Lucy, Freddy and Herb are rendered unexpected millionaires by one of their late mother's inventions, before their father invests in a food truck and takes them on a pie-selling road trip.