Unique Travel Reads

Florida Curiosities, 2nd: Quirky Characters, Roadside Oddities & Other Offbeat Stuff (Curiosities Series)

by Tom Becnel, David Grimes From swamp cabbage festivals and conch shell blowing contests to walking catfish, “The Booger,” and Snooty the bachelor manatee, residents and visitors alike will discover the many fascinating elements of Florida’s curious underside with this laugh-out-loud guide.

Unique America - Strange, Unusual, and Just Plain Fun: A Trip Through America

by Publications International Ltd. Explore the weird and the wonderful with this collection of quirky roadside history and cool Americana! • Vivid photography highlights unique roadside attractions, unusual natural wonders, and a few intriguing mysteries as well. • Discover some of the most unusual sights, structures, exhibits, and events in the

United States. • From the world’s largest bug and the world’s largest globe to historic castles and a floating bridge, you’ll find a treasure trove of sites to explore.

The Best Hits on Route 66: 100 Essential Stops on the Mother Road

by Amy Bizzarri Inspiring, practical, and entertaining, this is the premier guide to all the off-the-radar stops along America’s Mother Road that you simply must not miss. Author Amy Bizzarri, a Route 66 expert and enthusiast, provides a comprehensive list of 100 unique stops that you’ll want to take a moment to explore as you journey along the highway’s 2,500 miles. The Best Hits on Route 66 also includes specialized itineraries with themes that make it easier than ever to plan a road trip to remember.

100 Drives, 5,000 Ideas: Where to Go, When to Go, What to Do, What to See

by Joe Yogerst From a vineyard route through Northwest wine country to a winter wonderland on Alberta’s Icefields Parkway, this informative travel guide offers epic sights, good bites, and pure fun. Pack your car and hit the road to experience 100 drives--both classic and off the beaten track--across the United States and Canada. You’ll find innovative itineraries outlining your route, along with when to go and what to see and do along the way. And there’s something here to satisfy every passenger. Take in the magnificent turns along Alaska’s Route One through Anchorage to Kenai. Or wind your way through retro spots from Chicago to Los Angeles on Route 66. On nearly 600 miles of New Mexico’s Trail of the Ancients, stop off to encounter sites dating back to A.D. 850. Or discover fossils along Dinosaur Drive, a route that winds its way from Calgary to Denver. Beach lovers will delight in Hawaii’s Oahu Circle Island Drive, while history lovers can follow Canada’s War of 1812 trail: a cruise between Montreal and Windsor with stops at major battlefields along the way.

Off the Beaten (Subway) Track: New York City’s Best Unusual Attractions

by Suzanne Reisman While it may seem that every possible topic about New York City’s attractions has been written about, ‘Off the Beaten (Subway) Track’ is the first book to focus on the hundreds of off-the-beaten-path destinations in the city. Some are small museums, others are historic places long forgotten, some are stores that sell only odd things, and some are distinguished for their claim to fame as the world’s largest/smallest whatever. All of them are notable for the passion with which their proprietors and curators care for them, and all can be visited via the subway system as the author directs readers to which of the city’s 486 subway stations will get them closest.

TERRANCE TALKS TRAVEL: The Quirky Tourist Guide to Charleston (South Carolina)

by Terrance Zepke Charleston is one of the oldest, prettiest, and most historic cities in America. It is the heart and soul of the South Carolina Lowcountry. Charleston is also a dazzling destination because it offers small town charm with big city dining and lodging options. This picturesque port city offers an amazing array of activities, intriguing historic sites, and quirky attractions. Visitors will enjoy delicious Lowcountry cuisine featuring fresh, local seafood; fun festivals, unusual tours, spectacular shopping (including the quaint City Market and enormous Citadel Mall), and area beaches that are among the best in the region.

Free in the USA: 1800+ parks, museums, collections, and roadside attractions where admission is always free

by Neala McCarten This book lets everyone extend vacation dollars. Splurge on that expensive attraction, there are other places to visit that will balance out the cost. There are lots of articles and lists out there about great free places to visit. But it turns out these places aren’t exactly free, or even places. Some are free only one day a week. Others are free but they are special events. A few say they are free, but then set an amount for a voluntary donation, or say that admission is by free will donation. The result is this book... 50 states (plus the District of Columbia) with over 1000 towns and 1800+ places to visit where admission is always free.

The Hidden Tracks: Wanderlust – Hiking Adventures off the Beaten Path

by Gestalten and Cam Honan Embark on a thrilling exploration of the world’s most exciting, magnificent, and varied walking trails and hiking destinations. Besides the better-known paths, The Hidden Tracks will also highlight some of the more out-of-the-way gems—be it an expedition on the other side of the world or a day’s hike just a few hours from your hometown. From a magic trail leading through a forest of giant trees and breathtaking mountain ascents in South America to a trek among some of the highest sand dunes in the world in Mongolia, this selection of one-of-a-kind trails is presented with stunning imagery, detailed trail descriptions, overview maps, and insider advice on how to make the most of each trip. The book is both a visual journey and an invitation to pack your hiking boots and discover untouched hiking destinations.