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Bon Voyage: An Oblique Glance at the World of Tourism,Used
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Product DescriptionWhy do we travel? Where do we go? How do we get thereand how will we get there in the future? These are just some of the questions asked and answered in this colorful, informative exploration of our mans to see the world beyond his front door.In generously illustrated chapters that cover such topics as modes of transport, luggage, destinations, accommodations, and travel fashion, Bon Voyage looks at past trends and current practices, stereotypes and oddities, kitsch and class. From Greyhound to the Queen Mary; youth hostels to Hilton Hotels; cameraladen Japanese tourists to housewives in hula skirts; Great Pyramids to the Eiffel Tower, historys greatest and most notorious travel fads are thoughtfully and amusingly examined. Vintage photographs, classic postcards, and breathtaking vistas accompany a witty, insightful text while numerous sidebars offer intriguing tidbits about everything from passport stamps to the basics of camping. Beautifully designed and produced, this unique volume allows readers to experience the excitement and exoticism of travel, without ever having to leave the living room.From the Publisher a followup to the bestselling Airline 3823854607) published by teNeues filled with nostalgic and retro related travel designs, ads and accessories a delight for travelers and armchair travelers alikeAbout the AuthorAfter 27 years as a teacher, Nick Yapp became a writer and broadcaster in the 1980s. He has written 35 books, and the scripts for fifty and over a hundred radio programmes, as well as travel pieces for the New York Times. He divides his time between London and the Pays Basque, and wanders further afield when funds permit.
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