Journeys of a Lifetime, Second Edition - 2nd Edition by National Geographic (Hardcover)

About the Book

A collection of the 500 most alluring travel experiences on the planet! The perfect resource for travelers who crave adventurous trips, or those searching for specific experiences, this title has been fully revised and updated just in time for its 10th anniversary. The characters are organized by means of transportation. They are designed to help you plan your trip, telling you the best time to visit, sights you can't miss, and how to get there, as well as sidetrips for stargazing and exploring ecosystems.

Book Synopsis

Featuring 120 new destinations, this best-selling inspirational travel guide reveals 500 celebrated and lesser-known destinations around the globe, from ocean cruises in Antarctica to horse treks in the Andes. Completely revised and updated for its 10th anniversary.

Compiled from the favorite trips of National Geographic's legendary travel writers, this fully updated, 10th anniversary edition of Journeys of a Lifetime spans the globe to highlight the best of the world's most celebrated and lesser-known sojourns. Offering a diverse array of possibilities, every continent and possible form of transport is covered, illustrated with glorious color photographs. With 16 new pages; new destinations like Cartegena, Colombia; and updated information throughout, this timely new edition is the perfect resource for travelers who crave adventurous trips--from trekking the heights of Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania to mountain biking in Transylvania--and those searching for more specific experiences (the world's top small cruises, hot new museums around the world, secrets for following in the footsteps of film and TV heroes, and more). Each chapter features stunning photography, full-color maps, and practical tips, including how to get there, when to visit, and how to make the most of your journey.

Informative and inspiring, this luxurious volume is a lifelong resource that readers will treasure for years to come.

Review Quotes

"...this is a beautiful, well-constructed coffee table book. It's clearly intended to serve as inspiration for future trips, rather than a detailed logistical guide...it was exactly the information I needed to decide if I was potentially interested in each trip." -Doing Dewey Decimal

"This lovely book will have you fantasizing about all the trips you never knew you wanted to take." -A Bookish Way of Life

"This book is all about being human - it's about experiences and quenching our thirst for adventure and our curiosity about the past...literally makes you want to fly out of your seat and go somewhere you have never been...5 stars, I love it."
--Ms. Nose in a Book

"Reading Journeys of a Lifetime is total wish-fulfillment for practically every travel junkie there is." -Jathan and Heather

"I have seen so many breath taking pictures within this book that if I could I'd hop on a plane and travel far and wide to see them all."
-Instagram: @all_books_great_and_small

"The photography is exquisite - swipe to mooch and take a look yourself. I honestly didn't know which part of the book to share with you but I've tried! 🙊 It makes me want to pack my bags and go travel the world." -Instagram: @theclubofbooks

About the Author

GEORGE STONE is editor in chief of National Geographic Traveler. An avid explorer and passionate storyteller, Stone views travel as a tool for transformation and for connecting wtih other cultures, principles that help guide his editorial mission statement. As a National Geographic Traveler magazine writer and editor for 18 years, he has written and edited articles that have received awards from the North American Travel Journalists Association and the Society of American Travel Writers. Stone is the author of three books: From Mist and Stone: The Folklore of the Celts and Vikings; Raging Forces: Life on a Violent Planet; and Extreme Earth: A Journey Through the World's Most Dangerously Beautiful Places.