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An all-access pass to the most unique, inspiring, and life-changing experiences on Earth.
Travel isn’t just about the destination—it’s about the experience. Now, the very best places to experience anything—from bungee-jumping and French cooking classes to whitewater rafting and seeing the Northern Lights—are revealed and collected in this inspiring and definitive guide.
New York Times bestselling author and travel expert Peter Greenberg shares more than two decades of his own extensive worldwide travel, uniquely organized by affinity, accessibility, and affordability. Whether readers are looking to embark on outdoor adventures or savor the simplest pleasures, there are hundreds of ideas here that are sure to inspire—from shark diving, train spotting, and cheesemaking to safari camping, truffle-hunting, scenic hot-air balloon rides—even the best authentic beginner Argentine tango class (the Hotel Mansion Dandi in Buenos Aires).
Packed with fascinating facts, industry secrets, and expert advice, The Best Place for Everything is the definitive guide for thrill-seekers and armchair travelers alike. No matter what’s on readers’ wish lists, they will always end up in the perfect spot.
Introduction vii
Outdoor Adventures
Bird-Watching 1
Boating 8
Canal Barging 19
Dude Ranches 24
Fall Foliage 30
Fishing 40
Golf 52
Hiking 58
Horseback Riding 66
Ride in a Hot Air Balloon 72
Kayaking, Canoing, and Paddleboarding 78
Marine Life 88
Mountain Biking 95
Scuba Diving 102
Skiing 112
Stargazing 121
Surfing 126
Urban Biking 136
Whale Watching 143
Thrill-Seeking Adventures
Bungee Jumping 148
Dogsledding 154
Off-Roading 159
Hang Gliding/Paragliding 164
Skydiving/Parachuting 168
Storm Chasing 174
Whitewater Rafting 178
Ziplines, Zorbs, and Zeppelins 187
Great Foods and Drinks of the World
Beer 195
Cheese 203
Chocolate 210
Coffee 218
Liquor, Spirits, and Cocktails 224
Tea 231
Wine 236
Food Markets 246
Mushrooms and Truffles 252
Signature Dishes 258
Everything Else 273
Educational Travel
Making and Finding (and Eating) the Best Foods 282
Learn to Make Crafts 289
Digging for Fossils 295
Hunt for Gems and Gold 299
Learn a Language 305
Learn to Fight 309
Tango 312
Literary Travel/Tours 315
Photo Tours/Learn to Take Photographs 320
Shopping
Shopping Malls, Outlets, and Department Stores 328
Specialty Shopping 338
Street Markets 351
And Everything Else…
Amusement Parks/Roller Coasters 361
Bookstore Browsing 367
Ghosts and Graves 372
Go Retro 382
Best Views 393
Medical Tourism 398
Rent an Island 407
Scenic Drives 412
Scenic Trains 417
Fireworks 426
The Sunrise/Sunset 430
Volcanoes 436
Waterfalls 441
Sightseeing by Public Transport 447
Flowers 455
Spiritual Travel 461
The Northern Lights 466
Volunteer Vacations 471
Acknowledgments 480
Index 481
Anonymous
Posted July 3, 2012
This is an expensive book, considering the lack of useful information. Not even worth keeping it on my bookshelf. More useful information on the free travel websites. Consider buying when it hits the five dollar table.
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Overview
An all-access pass to the most unique, inspiring, and life-changing experiences on Earth.
Travel isn’t just about the destination—it’s about the experience. Now, the very best places to experience anything—from bungee-jumping and French cooking classes to whitewater rafting and seeing the Northern Lights—are revealed and collected in this inspiring and definitive guide.
New York Times bestselling author and travel expert Peter Greenberg shares ...