Going To The Dogs And Other Destinations

GOING TO THE DOGS AND OTHER DESTINATIONS contains unsung songs of alien lands and life forms here on Earth. Like the irritant that causes the oyster to form a pearl, life's inconsistencies and ironies created these songs.

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet's Travel with Dogs is packed full of advice and tips on travelling the world with your dog. The nine chapters cover the essentials of taking your dog on vacation or holiday by car, train, boat or plane, and how to find somewhere suitable to stay. The handy pocket-sized book starts with giving the reasons why readers will enjoy taking their dog on their travels and how to decide what your dog is capable of. The golden rules of dog travel are listed. Next Lonely Planet provides explanations of what type of vaccinations, health certificates and documents are needed for travel around the Americas, Europe and Australia with a dog. Then different modes of transport are discussed: How to transport your dog safely and comfortably in your car - what to pack, how frequently to take breaks, whether to use a harness or a crate How to go camping or RVing on a road trip with your dog (including advice for hiking with your dog) How to take your dog on a plane - what airlines are the most pet-friendly, whether your dog can travel in the cabin as carry-on luggage or in the hold, using a crate, clearing security And finally, there is information on finding dog-friendly places to stay: hotels, motels, B&Bs. Additionally, a listings section features international travel resources for dog-owners plus other sources of information. This book will help dog owners plan and prepare for travel with their furry best friends, and inspire trips further afield. About Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, as well as an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves in. TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 winner in Favorite Travel Guide category 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia) Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.

Greyhound racing emerged rapidly in Britain in 1926 but in its early years was subject to rabid institutional middle-class opposition largely because of the legal gambling opportunities it offered to the working class. Though condemned as a dissipate and impoverishing activity, it was, in fact, a significant leisure opportunity for the working class, which cost little for the minority of bettors involved in what was clearly little more than a ‘bit of the flutter’ , This book is the first national study of greyhound racing in Britain from its beginnings, to its heyday in the 1930s and 1940s, and up its long slow decline of the late twentieth century. Much of the study will be defined by the dominating issue of working-class gambling and the bitter opposition to both it and greyhound racing, although the attractions of this ‘American Night Out’ will also be examined.

This book is not about traveling with your dog to tiny, fenced in dog parks or disappearing into the wilderness; it is about places you want to see, and taking your dog to share your fun. 100 Ideas, more than 500 beaches, parks and destinations... Every year an estimated 15 million people travel with their dogs. In recent years, mercifully, it has become much easier to do so with more and more lodging facilities becoming pet-friendly. But what happens when you actually want to leave the hotel room with your dog? Our national parks are notoriously unfriendly to dogs. Of the more than 1,500 public beaches in the United States more than half don't allow dogs at all and most of the rest have some sort of restrictions. But there are rewarding outdoor vacations to be had out there that can include your dog. This book is not about traveling with your dog to tiny, fenced in dog parks or disappearing into the wilderness; it is about places you want to see, and taking your dog to share your fun. So, plan that next vacation with your dog, grab that leash and get going... "provides an immense amount of history, travel detail, and wit, contributing to thoroughly enjoyable read" - ForeWord Reviews "Pointing out where outdoors vacationers can go to find dog friendly spots, "Doggin' America" is a top pick." -Midwest Book Reviews

The bestselling Fifty Places series returns with a collection of creative, adventurous trips for dogs and the humans who love them Millions of people will travel with man’s (and woman’s!) best friend this coming year. Fifty Places to Travel with Your Dog Before You Die, the eighteenth book in the Fifty Places series, provides a bucket list of domestic and international dog-friendly destinations. From the dazzling glaciers of Alaska and the onsens of Japan to the sun-soaked beaches of Portugal, this book explores fifty dog-approved journeys, highlighting where to stay and how to travel with your beloved furry friend. Enjoy locations such as the ski trails of Mariposa, the gothic architecture of Prague, the chic salons of Paris for a doggy makeover, and the world’s first dog cruise—complete with a three-course canine-friendly meal. See the world as you’ve never seen it before—through the eyes of your pup—as Fifty Places to Travel with Your Dog Before You Die takes you through fun-filled festivals, special dog holidays, and luxurious hotels and retreats that have been given the paw print of approval. Alaska – Anchorage, Alberta – Jasper, Arizona – Bisbee, Arizona – Tucson, Australia – Margaret River, Austria – Vienna, Belgium – Bruges, British Columbia – Revelstoke, British Columbia – Vancouver, British Columbia – Whistler, California - Marin County, California - Palm Springs, California – San Diego, California – San Francisco, California – Yosemite, Colorado – Breckenridge, Colorado - Colorado Springs, Czech Republic – Prague, Florida – Sanibel Island, Florida – Tampa, France – Paris, Georgia – Atlanta, Illinois – Chicago, Italy – Venice, Japan – Koyaru, Maine – Mount Desert Island, Maine – Portland, Massachusetts – Boston, New York - The Catskills, New Zealand – Martinborough, Ontario –Toronto, Oregon – Bend, Oregon – Portland, Pennsylvania – Philadelphia, Portugal – Aljezur, Portugal – Lisbon, Quebec – Montreal, Saskatchewan – Saskatoon, Scotland – Edinburgh, Singapore, Spain – Madrid, Switzerland – Les Quatre Vallées, Tennessee – Nashville, Texas – Austin, Thailand – Bangkok, Utah – Kanab, Vermont – Burlington, Virginia – Wintergreen, Washington – Seattle

National Geographic’s ultimate resource for traveling with your furry friend features hundreds of dog-friendly places to pamper your pooch, from doggie daycare to canine cruises. Special features include walks you can take with your dog, insider tips from local pet parents on how to best enjoy their area with a pup, and sidebars detailing unique opportunities for coddled canines, such as winery hikes in California wine country. New York Times bestselling author and pet parent Kelly E. Carter, and her beloved longhaired Chihuahua, Lucy, give you the inside scoop on pet-friendly hotels and restaurants, beaches, parks, and dog runs, plus the lowdown on events for four-legged visitors and dog-friendly attractions. A detailed introduction discussed everything you need to know when taking your pooch on vacation, including the lay of the land for road tripping and flying cross-country. From Sanibel Island, FL, to Whistler, BC, from Montreal QC, and Nantucket, MA to San Francisco, CA, The Dog Lover’s Guide to Travel showcases 75 of the best pet-friendly vacation destinations across the U.S. and Canada.

Every year an estimated 15 million people travel with their dogs. In recent years, mercifully, it has become much easier to do so with more and more lodging facilities becoming pet-friendly. But what happens when you actually want to leave the hotel room with your dog? Our national parks are notoriously unfriendly to dogs. Of the more than 1,500 public beaches in the United States more than half don't allow dogs at all and most of the rest have some sort of restrictions. But there are rewarding outdoor vacations to be had out there that can include your dog. This book is not about traveling with your dog to tiny, fenced in dog parks or disappearing into the wilderness; it is about places you want to see, and taking your dog to share your fun. So, plan that next vacation with your dog, grab that leash and get going!

Book Two: The Next Six Dog Vacations continues the saga of Bea and B.B., adopted shelter dogs, going on six more unforgettable journeys with their human companions, Kel and Carolyn, . This time they travel to Big Sur in California, through many neighboring states, and a national park, as well as shorter trips to places not too far beyond their borders and state parks close to home in Oklahoma. Kel and Carolyn called Bea and B.B."the girls" and named all their trips with them "Dog Vacations" because they made sure to include fun outings for these beloved dogs along the way. This book includes the following in great detail with descriptions which make readers feel as if they're on these six road trips with them: what the dogs did, what their "parents" did, what they did together. where they went. what happened to them, how they felt, whom they met, and what they learned. As in Book One, when reading about their adventures you'll experience along with the human and dog travelers more joy, fun, humor, excitement, and their love for each other on their Dog Vacations which surprise and endear to the very last mile!

Dig for treasures in Crater of Diamonds State Park, take a helicopter tour in Oregon wine country, sleep in the 'DogHouse' at a craft brewery in Ohio, drink from the Fountain of Youth in Saint Augustine, raft the Colorado River in the Rocky Mountains, or spend a night inside the World's Largest Beagle in Idaho. And do it all with man's best friend at your side! Now in its second edition, Ruff Guide to the United States features 365 of the best places to stay and play with your dog in all 50 states. The editors of BringFido traveled from coast to coast in search of America's most unique pet-friendly experiences and polled thousands of dog owners about their favorite places to bring Fido along the way. Whether your pooch prefers to 'ruff it' on a hiking adventure or sit in the lap of luxury at a five-star resort, the assortment of trips in this book is sure to have him (and you) begging for a vacation! Each trip is highlighted with color photographs and information on where to go, when to go, and how much it's going to cost. And, while most of the hotels and attractions selected allow dogs of any size, details on pet fees and weight limits are included whenever applicable. Ruff Guide to the United States is a source of ideas and inspiration for the dog owner who's looking for more than the typical roadside motel and dog park. Each of the featured experiences is sure to be something you and Fido won't ever forget!