Fifty Places to Rock Climb Before You Die is a beautifully illustrated guide highlighting the world's top rock-climbing locations. Covering trad, sport, and bouldering, it features insights from expert climbers and industry insiders, making it an essential companion for climbers of all skill levels.
Fifty Places to Ski and Snowboard Before You Die - the tenth book in Chris Santella's popular Fifty Places series - takes readers on a tour de force of some of the world's most inspiring ski/snowboard areas.
Fifty Places to Practice Yoga Before You Die is the seventeenth entry in Chris Santella's bestselling Fifty Places series. The book shares yogis' recommendations for the best and most beautiful places to do yoga as well as tips for how to plan the trip. It covers a variety of venues around the world that cater to many different classes and styles of yoga, including Anusara, Ashtanga, Bikram, hot yoga, Iyengar, Restorative, and Vinyasa
Fifty Places to Hike Before You Die is the latest offering in the bestselling Fifty Places series. Chris Santella, along with top expedition leaders, explores the world's greatest walking adventures. Some, such as the Lunana Snowman Trek in Bhutan and the Kangshung Valley Trek in Tibet, are grueling multiweek adventures at high altitudes. Others, such as Japan's Nakesando Trail, move leisurely from village to village, allowing walkers to immerse themselves in the local culture. Whether it's climbing the Rwandan mountains to view mountain gorillas or strolling through bistros along Italy's Amalfi Coast, there's a memorable hike at everyone's level within these 50 chapters. With commentaries from expert trekkers and insider tips that lead the reader off the beaten path, Santella has again captured the special characteristics that make these must-visit destinations.
In Fifty Places to Camp Before You Die, Chris Santella illuminates the best destinations for exploring the great outdoors. The book features the world's top spots for sleeping under the stars and enjoying a host of outdoor recreational activities that make camping such a time-honored tradition. Featuring favorite US National Parks destinations--as well as more exotic locales in Italy, Chile, France, Botswana, Germany, and more--Santella provides helpful information and tips that will appeal to novice campers and seasoned outdoorsmen alike. Interviews with camping experts and beautiful, vibrant photography bring each location to life. Fifty Places to Camp Before You Die makes camping trips more accessible with easy-to-follow advice, enthralling anecdotes, and tips and plans for creating your own amazing outdoor memories.
Fly-fish in the virgin waters of the Chilean fjords, participate in a polar bear safari near the Arctic Circle, or spend a night in Dubai's most luxurious hotel--these are the kinds of life-altering vacations profiled in this full-color volume.
Through engaging anecdotes and a keen observational style, the author offers a fresh perspective on fishing that goes beyond the sport itself. Chris Santella's unique experiences and entertaining details provide readers with a deeper appreciation for the nuances of fishing, transforming it into a rich tapestry of stories that highlight the joy and adventure of the outdoors.
Offering a quirky and comedic perspective, this novel immerses readers in the unique culture of fly-fishing. Through its engaging narrative, it explores the eccentricities and camaraderie among anglers, revealing both the challenges and joys of the sport. With a blend of humor and insightful observations, the story captures the essence of the fishing community, making it a delightful read for enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
DIVFifty Places to Bike Before You Die is the ninth addition to the bestselling Fifty Places series by Chris Santella. Biking has grown increasingly popular in recent years, as both a leisure and an extreme exercise activity, and Santella covers trips for cyclists of every level. Fifty Places to Bike covers environments as varied as the Dalmatian Coast in Croatia, the Indochina Trail in Vietnam, and the urban jungle of New York City. With a healthy mix of international and national locations, the 50 chapters capture the breathtaking vistas cyclists will enjoy around the world. As always, the places are brought to life with more than 40 stunning color photographs. Praise for Fifty Places to Bike Before You Die: “OMG views, killer hills and open road—the routes in Fifty Places to Bike Before You Die (in bookstores this month) have everything a pedal pusher could ask for.” —Fitness magazine /div
