Around Australia at 80ks by Meredith Schofield

$35.00 AUD

Category: Travel Guides

Mez, Sean, their rescue pup, Bandit, and their beloved yellow kombi, Etta, are on an epic road trip around Australia. And they're taking you with them. Around Australia at 80ks follows this motley quartet's adventures and misadventures as they make their way around our great southern land. Bursting wi th inspiration, insider tips, dog-friendly travel advice and stunning photography, this book is the holiday we all need. ...Show more

The One That Got Away: Travelling in the Time of Covid by Ken Haley

$32.99 AUD

Category: Travel

'A moving and funny chronicle of questing and courage in the age of coronavirus.' Margaret Simons, author of Cry Me A River and Penny Wong: Passion and Principle In 2020, Australian author Ken Haley mapped out an enticing menu of travel destinations, comprising the Caribbean island states for main cours e, with Central America for dessert. Main course soon turned into obstacle course. Cuba was a breeze, but then the world went into Covid lockdown mode and he had to decide whether to push on. As a pioneer wheelchair traveller, Haley knew exactly what to do. He took the brakes off. After an unplanned detour to Trumpian Florida, he returned to the tropics intent on dividing his time between sun worship, historical exploration and observation of life's realities for the community of West Indian nations. In a year that wasn't long on fun, Haley had his share but he also met his quota of hardship and risks - from developing hurricanes to a no-longer-dormant volcano, from robbery to an acute health crisis that had him wondering whether he might have been wiser to buy a one-way ticket in advance. 2020 was the year most of us stayed at home. Ken Haley turned an accident of timing into a rollicking, but dangerous adventure. The result is a triumph: a humorous and penetrating insight into a world grappling with an unforeseen calamity and a rare and empathetic travel book. 'Travel books are often entertaining but Ken Haley's book is both entertaining and edifying: not many other writers manage that nowadays. He follows in the footsteps of those great adventurers before him ... Stevenson, Newby, Chatwin and Bryson.' Phil Brown, author of The Kowloon Kid and Travels with My Angst. ...Show more

Best Walks of the Illawarra 2/e - The Full-Colour Guide to over 40 Fantastic Walks by Gillian & John Souter

$32.99 AUD

Category: Travel | Series: Woodslane Walking Guides

Mountains: Over Australia’s Blue Horizon by Alasdair McGregor

$49.99 AUD

Category: Travel

Australia’s mountains may not stand as tall as the many mightier peaks stretched across other continents, but it is worth posing the inevitable rhetorical question: does size, as in height, really matter?The mountains of Australia can be measured by the yardstick of time rather than height—the great sag as of the earth from its earliest days are inscribed for those who care to look closely. On the top of Mount Everest you can touch the edge of outer space but in the Australian mountains you can feel the beginning of time.True to the diversity of the Australian continent, our mountains are home to natural habitats of both exquisite beauty and astonishing variety as well as, sadly, rapidly increasing rarity. Our First Nations People have an enduring spiritual connection to many of these sites, and they have been a rich source of inspiration for many painters, poets, photographers and writers.Alasdair McGregor traces the rise and fall of the Australian continent, from mountains of ice and fire to those of iron and those with their heads in the clouds. An expansive contemplation of natural, geological and social history, McGregor’s account defies Australia’s reputation as the flattest continent on earth, illuminating the landscape in all its breathtaking height and glory. ...Show more

Vantastic: Van Living, Sustainable Travel, Food Ideas, Conversions by Kate Ulman

$24.99 AUD

Category: Travel

Pack down and hitch up, it’s time for the freedom of the road with Vantastic, your guide to life with a van or RV!  In this revised edition, seasoned traveller Kate Ulman, of the popular blog and Instagram accounts Foxslane, provides practical tips and advice as well as comprehensive information on turn ing your dream of a #vanlife road trip into reality. Start by learning to speak van, as Kate helps you to choose the perfect van or RV, as well as ways to retrofit a second-hand van to suit your purposes. Then dive into planning your itinerary, checklists, cute ways to 'dress' your van, and how to pack and hitch up. And then, when you’re ready to go, take note of essential #vanlife know-how including budgeting and sustainable travel advice, and handy apps. This guide also covers van-friendly recipes (including many vegan dishes), craft projects, fun family activities and mindfulness on the road, tips and tricks, and roadside tales.  Featuring Kate's own beautiful photography throughout, Vantastic will inspire and guide you through every stop on your journey. ...Show more

Atlas Of Imagined Places by Matt Brown, Rhys Davies

$49.99 AUD

Category: Maps

From Stephen King's Salem's Lot to superhero Wakanda, from Lilliput of Gulliver's Travels to Springfield in The Simpsons, a wondrous atlas of imagined places around the world. Locations from film, tv, literature, myths, comics and video games are plotted in a series of beautiful vintage-looking maps.The maps feature fictional buildings, towns, cities and countries plus mountains and rivers, oceans and seas. Ever wondered where the Bates Motel was based? Or Bedford Falls in It's a Wonderful Life? The authors have taken years to research the likely geography of thousands of popular culture locations that have become almost real to us. Sometimes these are easy to work out but other times a bit of detective work is needed and the authors have been those detectives. By looking at the maps, you'll find that the revolution at Animal Farm happened next to Winnie the Pooh's home.Each location has an an extended index entry plus coordinates so you can find it on the maps. Illuminating essays accompanying the maps give a great insight into the stories behind the imaginary places, from Harry Potter's wizardry to Stone Age Bedrock in the Flintstones.A stunning map collection of invented geography and topography drawn from the world's imagination. Fascinating, beautiful and an essential book for any popular culture fan and map enthusiast. ...Show more

Day Trip Sydney: 52 Nature Adventures by Andrew Grune, Evi Oetomo

$34.99 AUD

Category: Travel Guides

With a trip for every week of the year, Day Trip Sydney takes you to mountains, waterfalls, swimming holes, forests, coastlines, urban parks, Aboriginal cultural sites, historic architecture, hidden spots and more. Each adventure includes directions by car or public transport, a map showing walking rout es and facilities, and a guide to trip highlights. There are trips for everyone - families, solo adventurers, furry friends - all within 120 kilometres of the city centre. Escape the urban chaos with a leisurely stroll through beach-side sanctuaries, swim beneath waterfalls, wander through tranquil coastal rainforests, or hike in the majestic Blue Mountains. Whether you're a Sydney local or a first-time visitor, Day Trip Sydney will ignite your nomadic spirit. ...Show more

Southern Highlands and South Coast NSW Map 283 by UBD Gregory's

$10.99 AUD

Category: Maps | Series: Touring Map Ser.

The latest edition of the Southern Highlands and South Coast NSW regional touring map has been fully revised and updated. It includes a regional touring map covering the coast from Shellharbour in the north to Eden in the south and west to Goulburn & Braidwood.  There is also street level mapping and indexes at a scale of 1: 25 000 for the towns of Batemans Bay Mogo, Milton Mollymook Ulladulla and Nowra and street level mapping at a scale of 1: 25 000 for the towns of Bega, Berrima, Bowral, Eden, Huskisson Vincentia, Merimbula, Mittagong, Moruya, Moss Vale, Narooma, Sussex Inlet & Tathra. There is also a list of regional touring attractions and advertisers. With all this information contained in this handy fold up map it is an essential tool to have when either travelling or living in this region.   ...Show more

Sydney Suburbs and City Centre Map 218 10th Ed by UBD Gregory's

$10.99 AUD

Category: Maps | Series: City Map Ser.

The latest edition of the Sydney Suburbs & City Centre Map has been fully revised and updated. This handy fold up map is an essential tool for those travelling around Sydney and surrounds. It includes: 1 : 5 000 and 1 : 10 000 coverage of Sydney city and surrounding suburbs, plus an index to stre ets. Editorial including city highlights and visitor information. Sydney train & ferry network information. Suburban map coverage of Sydney and surrounds from Gosford in the north, Menangle and Heathcote in the south and Penrith in the west. Suburbs and localities index for the suburban map. ...Show more

The Boating Guide For NSW: Short Stays Long Weekends by Fiona Harper

$34.99 AUD

Category: Travel

In this new book, Boating Around NSW', you’ll find inspiration, ideas and planning tips for your next NSW boating adventure. Whether you plan to voyage along the entire coast or simply cruise to a nearby bay for lunch at a waterfront restaurant, this guide will help you plan your next boating getaway. W e’ve organised 'The Boating Guide of NSW' into six themed sections: long weekends short breaks, coastal hopping, marinas harbours, islands, nature getaways and gourmet getaways. Keep this guide onboard as a handy reference on your next voyage or keep it at home for inspiration to help plan your next weekend boating getaway ...Show more

50 Water Adventures To Do Before You Die by Ditton Lia

$11.00 AUD

Category: Travel

From paddle-boarding the Mississippi to big game fishing off Mexico, from floating in the Dead Sea to swimming with jellyfish in Palau, from iceboating in Russia to sailing non-stop round the world, this book promises to inspire dreamers to become doers.Featuring experiences in every corner of the globe and accompanied by stunning photography and bite-sized practical information, this book accommodates every mood, budget, timespan and level of challenge. In amongst incredible tests of endurance lies a healthy range of more practical activities for the general reader: if inner tubing the Colorado rapids isn't quite your thing, dining in the Ithaa Undersea Restaurant in the Maldives just might be. Diverse and utterly captivating, this book is guaranteed to enthrall thrill-seekers, water lovers and armchair readers alike. ...Show more

Anxious Girls Do It Better: A Travel Guide for (Slightly Nervous) Girls on the Go by Bunny Banyai

$29.99 AUD

Category: Travel | Series: Girls Guide to the World Ser.

Anxious Girls Do It Better covers everything you need to know when travel designates anxiety as your (invisible) excess baggage. The third in the Girls Guide to the World series, this book contains practical advice from both travel and psychology experts, alongside the author's own experiences of juggli ng holiday fun with a mixed bag of neuroses. You don't need an official diagnosis of anxiety to get something out of this book. Perhaps you're simply nervous at the idea of parting with a wad of cash in exchange for three weeks at the beach. Or maybe you're feeling rattled by the Covid-19 pandemic, which doesn't make you someone with an anxiety disorder, but rather a normal human being. Visiting any unknown destination with only a wheelie bag for company could induce anxiety in a bar fridge.   Whether you're making tentative plans for future travel, or simply want to explore a bit of the world beyond your own backyard, Anxious Girls Do It Better will give you the confidence to push forward and plan your next trip. After all, there's only so much you can learn about the world while bingeing Netflix and eating pretzels in the bath. And hey, what's the worst thing that could happen?*   *everything, LOL A tongue-in-cheek book with some seriously good advice for women with any form of anxiety who are considering travel. ...Show more