Un atlas illustré des spots de surf les plus légendaires et méconnus du monde - et ce qui les rend si remarquables.
Le surf, c'est un mode de vie avec toujours plus d'adeptes. Ce sport fascinant est une perpétuelle invitation au voyage et à l'exploration. Cet atlas rassemble les meilleurs spots du monde et leurs histoires extraordinaires.
Surfer les vagues sous l'aurore boréale en Islande ; faire une randonnée à travers la toundra arctique pour arriver à un site unique ; braver les vagues monstrueuses de Mavericks en Californie. Ce livre nous emmène dans des endroits aussi insolites que mythiques, où le surf devient presque un rituel sacré.
Découverte du voyage en fourgonnette aménagée. Voici les véhicules qui permettent de nouvelles aventures avec tout le confort du monde. La vie nomade montre comment la créativité et l'ingénuité peuvent transformer une fourgonnette en un chaleureux petit foyer mobile. Certains sont minimalistes, d'autres proposent des conforts plus rustiques et d'autres encore sont de véritables emblèmes du design. Vivre dans un Overlander sur les routes glacées du cercle polaire ; traverser l'Afrique dans un bus scolaire converti ; travailler et surfer sur les côtes sauvages dans un multivan : cela devient réalité pour un week-end, une semaine ou plusieurs années. Ce livre traite d'un mode de vie qui redéfinit la mobilité et des véhicules qui le rendent possible.
Leave the city behind you, switch off, reconnect with yourself and nature, and fall in love with the world again. Stay Wild presents the finest selection of treehouses, cabins, houseboats, yurts, shepherds huts and tipis from around Europe, alongside a series of features on connecting with nature (and the positive impact that has on well-being and quality of life give), slow travel, and things like the joy of treehouses or sitting around the campfire. The places will be drawn from their portfolio and each will be presented with several inspiring images and a descriptive text.
Nestled in thriving woodlands, overlooking bodies of water, or even exposed to the elements on a mountain's peak, architects are contending to create high-impact spaces on a small scale. Cabin Fever takes a broad look at remote retreats designed to make the most of their natural surroundings and illustrates why the call of the wild is louder than ever. A desire to escape the commotion of the city without sacrificing creature comforts is something felt by many; especially in today's interconnected world. Featuring rustic timber cabins on stilts, mirrored pods in the woods, and otherworldly off-grid getaways, Cabin Fever showcases a new wave of modern hideaways, all remotely positioned and away from the hustle and bustle.
Responsible hospitality connects to rural communities and creates lasting impression. Travel ennobles the spirit and puts away with prejudices- Oscar Wilde- Travel is evolving, ever more aware of reducing its environmental impact. The next step is a kind of experience that revives rural areas in a sustainable way. A growing number of hospitality venues use only local craftspeople, celebrate local skills and produce, and reinvigorate the land around them. Visitors here are more than guests, they are in direct contact with a whole culture and help strengthen the bonds within the community. In Slow Escapes, sustainable tourism expert Clara le Fort introduces converted monasteries, transformed windmills, and many other enchanting places around the world, that embrace slow living and breathe new life into a region. This book shows us how travel can be a saving grace for the long term. It is for everybody who wishes to be more than a mere consumer of place.
When you are leaving the comfort zone for an outdoor adventure the most incredible things can happen.
This book showcases what it's like to experience the full spectrum of life. From encountering different cultures to embracing the freedom of nature, making friendships, and traversing through new landscapes, this adventure ultimately takes you on a journey of self-discovery. Filled with striking imagery and expert advice, this book details a 40,000-kilometer journey spanning four years across several countries and continents using one's own muscle power.
Leaving the Comfort Zone provides valuable firsthand accounts and insights to plan your own expedition, from where to stay, what to eat, and who you might expect to encounter along the way. A vivid chronicle of the human spirit, and what happens when you leave your comfort zone in exploration of the unknown.
There's really nothing quite like the freedom of the open road. And there's nowhere on the planet more thrilling to traverse by car than the United States, a country that in many ways is the birthplace of the modern road trip. As more and more travelers are looking to reduce their reliance on flying, The Great American Road Trip is about seeing the world on wheels, not wings. This book is about both the iconic routes and the roads less traveled, crossing barren deserts, otherworldly canyons, snowy mountains, and dramatic prairies - all without crossing a border. From the bourbon trail in the south to retracing the underground railroad, each route in this book has a story to tell.
Stretching from France all the way down to Slovenia, the Alps are the highest and most expansive mountain range in Europe. For hikers, trekkers and outdoor enthusiasts alike, that means boundless possibilities for adventure. Wanderlust Alps charts the mountain range's best routes and hidden trails away from the crowds. The featured hikes offer a rich mix of single-day jaunts to long-distance treks for hikers of all experience levels, with plenty of stunning nature and charming mountain huts to enjoy along the way.
Covering 84 million acres, North America's national park system casts a remarkable impression on the landscape. Each containing a wealth of wildlife and rich histories, these astonishing spaces are brimming with natural wonders. PAJEC takes you on a thrilling tour in every direction. Home to the tallest trees on Earth, the world's largest carnivores, several colossal waterfalls, and plantlife that reaches the horizon, national parks are intrinsically American; and there's a park for everyone! From the best places to go birdwatching, hiking, and star-gazing, to the curious story of the canine ambassadors (dubbed B.A.R.K Rangers), PAJEC gives you the essential information, and some quirky facts, to help plan your own adventure. Together with Parks Project, the apparel company valuing environmental conservation, this book is the perfect companion for lovers of the great outdoors who want to discover rewarding, low-impact ways to enjoy the American wild.
Allez, en selle ! En Route! nous emmène en roadtrip en moto sur des routes légendaires et raconte les lacets quasiment infinis, les routes côtières ensoleillées et les miracles de la nature à couper le souffle qui jalonnent ces itinéraires extraordinaires. Au cap Nord avec une supersport, en Chine avec une moto d'enduro ou avec une routière le long de la Garden Route, la moto est synonyme de liberté, de vent sur le visage et de quête du virage parfait. Les nomades à deux-roues ont été conquis par les dunes de sable d'Afrique et par les pistes de cailloux rugueuses de l'ancienne route de la soie ou l'asphalte parfait des cols des Alpes. Arriver n'est que secondaire, bien plus importantes sont les expériences et les rencontres.
Voyager avec style ! c'est le credo de Mr Hudson explores, blog destiné au voyageur gay, en quête d'idées de découverte et d'adresses originales, au-delà des lieux uniquement gay.
Ce guide rassemble ses conseils sur 20 grandes villes de l'hémisphère nord, choisies pour leur caractère, leur hospitalité, leur ambiance. Hébergements, boutiques, restaurants, bars, activités, Mr Hudson partage sa façon de voyager et vous emmène au coeur de chaque ville, là où « tout se passe » : un « boutique hôtel » dans le quartier Chueca à Madrid, les dernières adresses déco de Stockholm, les « street parties » les plus animées de San Francisco, les spécialités gastronomiques les plus savoureuses de Tel Aviv ... Enfin, un interview d'une personnalité de la scène gay complète la présentation de chaque ville et montre son intérêt pour la communauté gay.
Un très beau livre d'inspirations illustré de superbes photos, pour les voyageurs en quête d'esthétique et de partage.
From a journey through the Alps on the Bernina Express to a ride from Colombo up to Sri Lanka's tea plantations, there are endless possibilities to explore the world through fabulous train rides. Train Journeys will provide inspiration and practical tips for people who want to experience the joys of traveling by rail. The book features descriptions and details of 50 amazing rail journeys across the globe, from short trips that last a few hours to multi-day, cross-continental journeys, ranging from budget-friendly trips aboard local transport to iconic luxury liners.
Surfing is a way of life, one that defines not only where we live, but how we live. Surf Shacks Volume 2 picks up where the first volume left off, exploring homes of surfers, which range from improvised cabins by the beach to penthouse apartments in big coastal cities. In this followup, we meet a fascinating cast of characters from the shores of southern California through to the wild waters of Sri Lanka, Japan and Australia.
They say that what matters is the journey and not the destination, and that couldn't be more accurate when one goes bikepacking. Choosing the path less travelled, exploring the surroundings at every pedal of the way, and embracing the freedom it offers: long-distance cycling is more than a method of transportation - it's a vibrant travelling philosophy. Bicycle Getaways is the ultimate publication to discover the adventurous spirit of bikepacking. Exploring journeys in different regions around the world, introducing the people and culture around it, and giving you the lowdown of all the tips and tricks, this book presents the insights and inspiration to plan your own expeditions, no matter how experienced (or not) you are. Pack your bag and prep your bike, the journey awaits!
Get in the van and hit the open road for a weekend, a vacation or a long haul across the continent. What it's like and what it takes. The Getaways shows how creativity and ingenuity can turn vans into a cozy home on the move: from the cozily minimalist to rustic charms and design icons. Take an overlander onto the snow-covered roads in the Arctic Circle, drive a converted school bus around the African continent, work between your surf sessions from rugged coastlines, take your family on a journey that creates lasting memories. This book is about a nomadic way of life that redefines mobility, and about the vehicles that enable it.
A guide to the world's most iconic cycling routes that make up a bikepacker's paradise.
Providing independence, a sense of reward, and a closeness to nature, bikepacking is among the best ways to explore places. With more people packing their panniers every year, Grand bikepacking journeys compiles the most iconic routes that any self-respecting long-distance cyclist should aim to complete.
In this follow-up to the hugely successful Bikepacking, cyclist extraordinaire Stefan Amato proposes global must-ride itineraries: the Iditarod across Alaska, the Trans-Pyrenees between France and Spain, the Ruta Austral in Patagonia, and many more. Describing the history and geography of each route along with hidden gems, Stefan gives handy tips on planning, equipment, and tackling the unique challenges. This book will inspire readers of all levels to get on their bike, and give obsessed pedallers something to aim for.
Les itinéraires à vélo les plus emblématiques du monde Rien n'est comparable avec le simple plaisir d'un tour à bicyclette, disait John F. Kennedy. Tous tous les ans, de plus en plus de gens partent à la découverte de leur pays - ou de nouvelles regions - à vélo. Voyager en deux roues, c'est être indépendant, se rapprocher de la nature et rencontrer du monde. Ici, Stefan Amato, cyclotouriste de longue date et expert en la matière, présente les tours emblématiques dont rêvent tous les adeptes de cette façon de voyager. La Transpyrénéenne entre la France et l'Espagne, la Ruta Austral en Patagonie, l'Itarod en Alaska et d'autres encore. Amato nous plonge dans l'histoire et la géographie de ces trajets et il nous donne des conseils sur la préparation, sur l'équipement, sur les particularités de chaque itinéraire. Ce livre s'adresse autant aux amateurs de cyclotourisme qu'à ceux qui viennent de découvrir la magie et le simple plaisir d'un tour à bicyclette.
