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| LookSmart Spotlight Site - Travelogues Read first-hand accounts of short jaunts up to diaries of adventurers on the move for months - then plan your own trip. From The Mining Co. Hitchhiking Vietnam PBS Online beautifully showcases Karin Muller's solo journey through Vietnam and the resulting film and book. On the Road Lonely Planet authors and photographers share their travel experiences in text and photos. Project Candide Multimedia account of a five-person trek through Kenya and Tanzania. Download RealAudio cometary or help determine the groups itinerary. Terraquest Take part in virtual expeditions to exotic destinations like the Galapagos Islands and Antarctica at this complex multimedia site. The Opinionated Traveler Opinionated, picky, and at times humorous tales from a team of travel journalists and broadcasters on their experiences in various destinations. Travels with Samantha Philip Greenspun's beautifully-photographed account of travels around Canada and the US is an online classic. In HTML, PostScript, or plain text. ABC News.com: Dangerous Places From Afghanistan to the Sudan, a dedicated team of reporters sends weekly dispatches from the most dangerous holiday destinations on earth. Adventure Online Fascinating educational site chronicling a series of adventures, including dog sledding in the Arctic, and canoeing the Victoria Nile in Uganda. Cultural Bridge Productions Collection of travelogues and interviews with pictures from people's journeys around the world. Cyber Adventures Join explorers and vacationers by enjoying their recorded observations and stories or submit your own travel story. Everest Multimedia travelogue documenting a 1997 ascent of the Nepalese mountain. Includes archived interviews, climber dispatches, audio, and video. Lonely Planet - Postcards Letters, postcards and emails sent to LP by people on the road to be shared with the traveling community. NOVA Online - Alive on Everest PBS television program tracks a climb of the world's tallest mountain. Includes audio and virtual reality images from the summit. PhotoSecrets Great site for anyone interested in travel and photography. With bookstore, gallery, tips, and an amazing collection of travel photography links. President Clinton's Trip to Africa Daily updates, itinerary, photographs, speeches, briefings, and profiles of Ghana, Uganda, Rwanda, South Africa, Botswana, and Senegal. Russian Chronicles, The View photographs and read stories from two freelance journalists who swept through Russia from Vladivostok to St. Petersburg in 1995. Shoestring Travel Servers Ezine of inexpensive travel. With an sizeable A-Z of travellers' tales, snapshots, online publishers and reviews. Traveler's Tales Photos, journals, maps of Richard and Bradley's tour from London to Los Angeles through Africa, India, South East Asia and Australasia. Around the World to Vermont Extensive and fun travelogue with descriptions of many trips around the world, photos, and safety tips. Tokyo to London Project, The Inspiring tale of two Australian motorcyclists who rode from Tokyo to London via China, Mongolia, Siberia, and Central Asia. With many photos. Travel Photography Collection of travel photography links of encyclopedic proportions, from PhotoSecrets Publications. You want it, they've got it. Travel at the Speed of Light On-the-edge and off-the-wall travel stories, culled from people who voyage around the world. Not quite fact and not quite fiction. Travelog.net The subtitle - A Geek, a Laptop and a Digital Camera Travel Around the World - says it all. John FX Berns presents his travel tales and snaps. USA Online Image Library Personal page which contains a large directory of photos from most states in the Union sorted by state. Walk Round the Earth Follow the footsteps of Dave Kunst, recognized by the Guinness Book of Records as the first person to walk around the globe. Wandering Italy Collection of people's stories of their journeys in Italy. Experiences are in text, pictures, video and sound. Web Travel Review Personal stories from around the globe, also book reviews and classifieds. eGO Travelogues Everything from journalists roaming loose through Russia to Generation Xers drinking prodigious quantities of alcohol across the US. 10 Years on 2 Wheels Extracts and ordering info for photographer Helge Pedersen's book, based on his 10-year 77-country 250,000 mile trip on a BMW motorcycle. 150 Pictures of Crete Take a pictorial tour of Crete in this site which covers subjects ranging from the people to the natural scenery. 1996 Phnom Penh Visit Overview of a visit to the capital of Cambodia which describes the author's tours of various sights, difficulties, and how she got there. Adventure of 1996 Detailed travelogue of a trip taken to Nepal in October 1996. Features a few photos and some useful advice for those thinking of going. Adventures of PhotoMann Features a large range of photos from around the world as well as short articles on various cities. Almitra the Photogypsy Extensive and detailed travelogue of Almitra's travels around the world. Includes photos and diary entries. American Borders Travel journalist and technology writer Carla King's weekly reports as she rides her Russian motorcycle and sidecar along the US land borders. Annapurna Circuit, Nepal Well-organized report of a trek around Annapurna taken in October 1995, with good photos and detailed writing about the trip. Appalachian Trail Hike Follow the intrepid adventurers Bob and Brian, as they hike the whole of the Appalachian trail, beginning in March 1998. Arthur Blessitt Read the personal account of this Christian pilgrim who has carried a cross to 274 countries and walked into the Guinness Book of World Records. Assorted Tibet photographs Collection of images of Tibet and Tibetan people. Also offers a chance to vote for your favorite photo. Australian Outback Photo Gallery Homepage with a collection of beautiful photographs of the Australian outback. Back on Track Impressive travelogue which describes the author's journey to well-known sights of Egypt as well as accounts of the culture and people. Bangladesh Simply a long list of photos of Bangladesh which include animals, geography, and archeological sites. Barcelona Virtual Tour This homepage takes you on a photo tour of Barcelona, pointing out the major attractions along the way. Blondins' Assignment America Chronicle of a family's nine-month tour around the United States. Features lots of photos, descriptions of their adventures and related links. Bolivia Business OnLine Gallery of photos from around Bolivia whose subjects include the people, wildlife, and countryside of the nation. Bolivia Trip Report Description of a bicycle trip to Bolivia in 1997. Complete with photos and an account of how many miles were covered each day. Cambodia Pictures Collection of photos taken between 1994 and 1997 by a journalist. Also links to other photos and articles by him. China - Pictures List of photos from around China as well as information on cycling tours of China. Circle the Globe with Janet & John Follow Janet and John as they travel the world and read their stories and view the photos they take on their adventure. Climb For Care 1996 expedition to climb Tanzania's Mt. Kilimanjaro and raise money for the charity CARE. Listen to archived RealAudio reports from the mountain. Colombia Travelogue Detailed diary of a Dane's trip through Colombia in 1996. Also links to his other trips through South America. Connected Traveler, The Sights, sounds, and snapshots from around the world courtesy of Russell Johnson, his friends, and the online magazine TravelMedia. Cycle Vietnam Follow one person's 1,200 mile bike ride from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City over 14 days. With geographical info and cycling adventures. DogTrek 97-98 Having recovered from cancer, Wendy Smith sets out to dog-sled 6,000 miles from Maine to Alaska, and to raise money for cancer research. Egypt - A Tourist's View Account of a 10 day trip to Egypt made in September 1995. Includes some good photos and the author's impression of the sights. Fotos de Nicaragua Large collection of photos of Nicaragua, both city and country. Also provides links to links to other sites on the country in Spanish. Four Corners - A Literary Excursion Follow travel writer Dan Phillips as he makes his way across the United States and Canada. France Revisited Features some beautiful photos and accompanying text for castles and villages in the Dordogne region of rural France. Frankly.com Collections of stock photography by Frank Borges LLosa. Travel series includes Israel, Tibet, and the Greek Islands. Ghana - Fire and Water Handy travelogue and advice for the potential visitor to Ghana. Includes tips on what to wear, gear to take, and places to visit. Go Global Girl Follow Myrna James as she travels the world in 1998 and 1999. Site contains her diary, travel tips, and photos. Greg's Mongolian Journal Description of Greg's journey to Mongolia in the middle of 1993. Includes photos from the trip and links to other sites on Mongolia. Hiking Half Dome Yosemite Follow the journey of the author as he fulfills his dream as he climbs Half Dome in Yosemite National Park Images of Daily Life in Morocco Fabulous photos of people and places, by a professor of geography at Clemson University. With descriptions and a map. Impressions of Syria Account of a Swiss man's journey to Syria in the middle of 1996. Includes photos and description of his attempt to learn Arabic. Indonesia and Beyond Freelance photographers AM and KD Hollitzer offer a beautiful and evocative gallery of images of Indonesia. Iran Travelogue of a trip to Iran in 1996 with lots of photos and an interview of the authors on Belgian radio. Jan's Journeys Jan's travelogues, combined with husband John's photos, provide a detailed record of their many trips around the USA. Journey through Ethiopia, A Travelogue which details the author's travels through Ethiopia in 1995 and 1997. Also includes a brief history and photos. Journeyman Home Page Engaging, sometimes lyrical stories of Egypt and Ireland. Includes a photo gallery plus links to related sites. Kelvin's Travel Page Personal web page containing photos of various State and National Parks and other scenic places in the USA. Also includes some location info. Lakeland Loop Trip Report Follow the day-by-day report of two cyclists as they traveled through England's Lakes District. Includes practical details. Like Webster's, We're Morocco Bound Feature article by Walter and Cherie Glaser, from the Sally's Place project. With photos and useful resources including hotels and restaurants. Luke's South American Diary Homepage which describes the author's adventures around South America in 1995 and 1998. Also has notes on national parks and other attractions. Marybeth Bond View streaming RealVideo clips or read excerpts from books by this adventurer, author, and speaker. Minsk Gallery Collection of beautiful photos of the capital of Belarus. Also provides a brief history of the city. Moscow Life - Andrey's View Andrey shares assorted pieces from the life of a Moscovite. Keep in touch with these snippets of day to day events. Namibia Good collection of photos of attractions, landscape, plants, and animals in Namibia. Notes on a trip to Tanzania Well presented travelogue with some lovely photos, maps, and writing. In English and Italian. Onward Travel Stories Road adventures through the US. Includes information on how to submit stories and photos for online publication. Our travels in India: Darjeeling Personal insights from a husband and wife team on extended travel in India, West Bengal, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Sikkim. Includes some local links. Out West Online Wandering reporter Chuck Woodbury publishes tales from the backroads in this quarterly newspaper. Read highlights or subscribe to print version. OuterLimits Guide for the adventure traveler which offers tips on how to prepare for an adventure tour. With travelogues and info on equipment. Paul & Megan's Travel & Vancouver Combines personal travelogues from 20 years' of traveling. With a detailed guide to Vancouver, opinions, and links to other travel sites. Phil Gordon's Home Page Phil has quit his lucrative Silicon Vally job and taken a laptop and a digital camera on the road to record his adventures around the world. Photo Travel Handy suggestions for where and when to go and what to photograph. Offers escorted photo tours, with costs and ordering details. Photocast Public archive of travel photos from around the world which offers the opportunity to submit your own photos. Photos from the Bolivian Andes Collection of photos from the author's visit to Bolivia in 1996. Links to accounts of journeys to other places around the world. Please Bow to the Great Leader Account of a trip taken to North Korea in March 1995. Includes photos and descriptions of sights visited. Pluto's World Tour Pluto is a Canadian tattoo artist who plans to circumnavigate the globe on his Harley Davidson. Follow his progress or view his tattoo gallery. Rich Garella - Life in Cambodia Features articles, a diary, and travel tips by a man who worked in Cambodia as a journalist from July 1995 until September 1997. Romantic Adventures Provides pictures and descriptions of unusual locations in Spain and Mexico. Russian Chronicles Follow the progress of two photo journalists as they journeyed from Vladivostok to St. Petersburg. Includes maps, stories and images. Singapore Mount Everest Expedition Follow this 1998 attempt to become the first Singaporean team to climb Everest, or support the team by joining the trek to base camp. Solo Max Follow Max as he kayaks from Vancouver to the east coast of Canada via Nicaragua. Site provides a profile of Max and some diary entries. South America - Peru & Bolivia Provides a summary of a trip made to Peru and Bolivia in the middle of 1997. Also has a number of good photos. Steve's Travel Diary Links to traveller's tales of Australia, Belgium, Indonesia, Portugal, Russia, and beyond. Includes detailed itineraries and photos. Sydney to Perth Account of the Australian train journey that spans the continent, with links to schedules and fare details. Syria - 36 Years on A Pillar Extensive account of a trip to Syria taken in 1996. Describes the cities visited and also displays photos. Syria Overview of a trip to Syria made in 1997 with relevant links and photos. The Pariah State Brief travelogue describing the author's visit to North Korea and also includes a number of good photos. Tina and Paul's EXCELLENT Adventure Join Tina and Paul, two young new Zealanders about to travel the world for an indefinite time, and read about their adventures as they go. Tony Hansen in Antarctica Read journal entires and view photographs from Tony's 1997 expedition to install pollution measuring instruments at the South Pole. Trans Africa Expedition Account of a trip across Africa started in September 1997 with photos, descriptions of the adventures, and related links. Trans-Siberian Railroad Page Extensive personal account of a trip made on the famous Trans-Siberian railway. Includes photos, a bulletin board, and related links. Travel Tips 'n' Tales Personal page with lots of info for the traveler including stories of his travel adventures, tips, and a list of handy addresses. TravelPod Build and host your online travelogues with this site. Also features chat rooms and related links. Traveling With Ed and Julie Benefit from the experience of Ed and Julie's 100 trips to Europe by reading their travel tips, travel book reviews, and country descriptions. Travelogues General country information with details of places of interest, travelogues and useful addresses. Travels in Mexico Read the adventures of this group of friends as they struggle through Mexico coping with the food, language, and each other. Also has photos. Turks & Caicos Island Get-A-Way Features an account of a couple's 25th wedding anniversary spent on the islands. Includes photos and links to resorts. Two Weeks in Northern Morocco Detailed travelogue of a trip taken in May 1994 by a native of England. Describes the attractions and towns visited. UAE - Photo Gallery Simple display of photos from around the United Arab Emirates presented by the United Arab Emirates homepage. Virtual Tour of Cyprus Pictorial tour of some of the towns in Cyprus. Provides photos and brief descriptions of the attractions in the towns. Virtual Vacation Take an online break with this series of slide shows featuring the surf, rainforests, undersea, and sunsets. Wizzle Tours Limited Train travel and cruises are featured in these cyber tours. Or take an in-depth photo tour of Los Angeles plus California highlights. WorldWander Follow Karen and Scooter on their travels around the world. Find out where they've been, what they did, and where they're going next. Eric Knepper: Peace Corps in Fiji Account of two years living and working as a Peace Corp Volunteer in Fiji. Includes tips for the traveler to the country. Indian Pacific Travel diary of the train trip from Perth to Sydney, Australia (65 hours and 2,704 miles), with timetable and booking details. Traveling Artist Art Gallery Presents a small collection of paintings inspired by the artist's travel. Click on each image for an enlarged view and info on the painting. |