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About Michael Powell
Michael Powell was born in Minnesota, in 1977, and raised in Ohio. He graduated from Ohio University with majors in Spanish and Computer Science. After meeting his German partner, he moved to Berlin. Now based in Valencia, Spain, he and his partner now spend their time travelling around the world writing about their experiences on the blog For91Days.com.
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Blog postA bike trip from Valencia to Paterna - We've mentioned several times how incredible the city of Valencia is for those enjoy biking. The city and its surrounding areas are nearly flat, with over 100 kilometers of dedicated paths, as well as the Turia Riverbed Park which spans Valencia from east to west.1 month ago Read more
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Blog postOne of the strangest periods in our life was the 2020 lockdown in Spain, during which residents weren't even allowed to leave their homes except for grocery shopping. For weeks, we stayed indoors -- hanging out on Zoom with friends and family, watching loads of TV series and movies, and playing board games.3 months ago Read more
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Blog postThe hard Spanish lockdown of 2020, when residents weren't allowed to leave their houses except for grocery shopping, was not something I'd like to repeat any time soon. But it was an interesting time in our lives -- Mike and I are accustomed to floating all over the world, and so being confined to our apartment was a novel experience.4 months ago Read more
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Blog postMike and I first visited Denver in the early 2000s, and we were not impressed -- it seemed to be one of those typical Midwestern cities which empty out right at 5pm, as everyone hops in their cars and returns to their homes in the suburbs. But something changed over the next decade, because when we returned for a short visit in 2010, we were surprised by how much we enjoyed the city. Was it Denver that changed, or was it us?4 months ago Read more
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Blog postMoixent is found in the southwestern corner of the Valencian province, but still within the border -- at this time in the early summer of 2020, we still wouldn't have been allowed to cross over into Alicante. The Cercanías trains are slow-moving with a lot of stops, and it took over 90 minutes to reach our destination, but we didn't mind.4 months ago Read more
Titles By Michael Powell
Valencia For 91 Days
Mar 29, 2016
$7.99
Valencia For 91 Days is collection of stories, photography and advice from three months spent in one of Spain's best cities. Mike and Jürgen are travelers who spend 91 days in various locations around the world, capturing the history, lifestyle and culture of their temporary homes. Valencia is the fourteenth destination they've covered, but this one is special -- it's also the city in which they've chosen to base themselves permanently.
Packed with information about the restaurants, festivals, history and culture of Valencia, this e-book starts in March, during the insane festival of Las Fallas, but also covers all of the city's most important sights, as well as some hidden gems. Mike and Jürgen make excursions into the beautiful nature surrounding Valencia, and share their thoughts about life in Spain -- including what it was like to buy an apartment. The book contains over 250 professional full-color photos, along with indexes organized alphabetically and by category. There are also links to map locations, so you can easily find the places they're writing about.
For 91 Days in Valencia isn't a traditional guidebook, but an impartial and colorful account of three months spent in this wonderful city. Whether you're planning a trip of your own, or simply curious, Mike and Jürgen's experiences will help to enrich your own. After their first visit to Valencia, they decided to move here permanently. Maybe you will, too!
Packed with information about the restaurants, festivals, history and culture of Valencia, this e-book starts in March, during the insane festival of Las Fallas, but also covers all of the city's most important sights, as well as some hidden gems. Mike and Jürgen make excursions into the beautiful nature surrounding Valencia, and share their thoughts about life in Spain -- including what it was like to buy an apartment. The book contains over 250 professional full-color photos, along with indexes organized alphabetically and by category. There are also links to map locations, so you can easily find the places they're writing about.
For 91 Days in Valencia isn't a traditional guidebook, but an impartial and colorful account of three months spent in this wonderful city. Whether you're planning a trip of your own, or simply curious, Mike and Jürgen's experiences will help to enrich your own. After their first visit to Valencia, they decided to move here permanently. Maybe you will, too!
Curacao For 91 Days
Jul 27, 2016
$7.99
Mike and Jürgen gave themselves three months to explore the small Caribbean island of Curaçao, and came away with some unforgettable memories and photographs. This book is a collection of their anecdotes and adventures from the island, as they tried to live like locals. 91 days was enough time to explore this small country thoroughly; Mike and Jürgen checked out almost every beach, visited the colonial Landhuizen and ventured out on a few hikes. Packed with helpful advice, restaurant tips, insights into the culture, and beautiful full-color photography, this book is a must for anyone planning a trip to Curaçao!
For 91 Days in Macedonia
Jun 27, 2015
$4.99
For 91 Days in Macedonia is collection of stories, photography and advice from three months spent in one of Europe's least-discovered countries. Mike and Jürgen are travelers who spend 91 days in various locations around the world, capturing the history, lifestyle and culture of their temporary homes. With the enthusiasm of newcomers, they spent three months exploring the Republic of Macedonia, leaving no stone unturned, from the capital of Skopje to beautiful Lake Ohrid... and everything in between.
Packed with information about the food, towns, nature, history and culture of Macedonia, this e-book follows Mike and Jürgen as they embark on hikes, visit small-town wineries, and meet some of the most hospitable people they've ever encountered. The story is fleshed out by historical anecdotes, observations on Macedonia's diverse ethnic tapestry, and practical advice for visiting the country. The book contains over 250 professional full-color photos, along with indexes organized alphabetically and by category.
For 91 Days in Macedonia isn't a traditional guidebook, but an impartial and colorful account of three months spent in this unforgettable country. Whether you're planning a trip of your own, or simply curious, Mike and Jürgen's experiences will help to enrich your own.
Packed with information about the food, towns, nature, history and culture of Macedonia, this e-book follows Mike and Jürgen as they embark on hikes, visit small-town wineries, and meet some of the most hospitable people they've ever encountered. The story is fleshed out by historical anecdotes, observations on Macedonia's diverse ethnic tapestry, and practical advice for visiting the country. The book contains over 250 professional full-color photos, along with indexes organized alphabetically and by category.
For 91 Days in Macedonia isn't a traditional guidebook, but an impartial and colorful account of three months spent in this unforgettable country. Whether you're planning a trip of your own, or simply curious, Mike and Jürgen's experiences will help to enrich your own.
For 91 Days in Busan
Sep 18, 2012
$7.99
A collection of photos, advice and anecdotes from Busan: South Korea's second city. Mike and Jürgen are travelers who spend 91 days in various cities around the world, capturing the history, culture and way of life of their temporary homes. With the enthusiasm of newcomers, they explore Busan as thoroughly as possible, building a complete picture of this relatively unknown metropolis.
Filled with information about the history, museums, shops, curiosities and culture of Busan, the e-book also dedicates a substantial amount of space to the local cuisine. The book contains over 200 beautiful full-color photos taken by a professional photographer, along with a full index organized by date and category.
For 91 Days in Busan isn't a traditional guidebook, but an impartial and colorful account of three months spent in this wonderful city in southern South Korea. Come explore Busan through Mike and Jürgen's eyes, as they slowly figure out what makes the city tick, over the course of three months.
Filled with information about the history, museums, shops, curiosities and culture of Busan, the e-book also dedicates a substantial amount of space to the local cuisine. The book contains over 200 beautiful full-color photos taken by a professional photographer, along with a full index organized by date and category.
For 91 Days in Busan isn't a traditional guidebook, but an impartial and colorful account of three months spent in this wonderful city in southern South Korea. Come explore Busan through Mike and Jürgen's eyes, as they slowly figure out what makes the city tick, over the course of three months.
For 91 Days In The Yucatan
Jul 27, 2014
$7.99
A collection of stories, photography and advice from three months spent in the Yucatán Peninsula, one of the most remote and wonderful regions in Mexico, filled with stunning beaches, historic towns and fascinating Maya ruins. Mike and Jürgen are travelers who spend 91 days in various locations around the world, capturing the history, lifestyle and culture of their temporary homes. With the enthusiasm of newcomers, they've explored the Yucatán from the vibrant capital of Mérida to the pristine coasts of Quintana Roo, from Cozumel to Campeche, visiting well-known sights as well as some hidden gems.
Packed with information about the history, ruins, cenotes, villages, food and culture of the Yucatán, this e-book follows Mike and Jürgen as they sample the street foods of Mérida, and embark on road trips which take them around the entire peninsula. Their three months in the Yucatan were spent discovering Maya sites like Chichén Itzá, Uxmal, Ek Balam and Edzná, visiting henequen plantations, hiking through the jungle, swimming in cenotes, luxuriating on Cozumel Island and Tulum, and surviving Cancún. The story fleshed out by interesting historical anecdotes and humorous descriptions of life in the Yucatán. The book contains over 200 professional full-color photos, along with indexes organized alphabetically and by category.
For 91 Days in the Yucatán isn't a traditional guidebook, but an impartial and colorful account of three months spent in this unforgettable peninsula. Join Mike and Jürgen as they explore the Yucatán over the course of 91 days. Whether you're planning a trip, already there, or simply curious, their experiences might help to enrich your own.
Packed with information about the history, ruins, cenotes, villages, food and culture of the Yucatán, this e-book follows Mike and Jürgen as they sample the street foods of Mérida, and embark on road trips which take them around the entire peninsula. Their three months in the Yucatan were spent discovering Maya sites like Chichén Itzá, Uxmal, Ek Balam and Edzná, visiting henequen plantations, hiking through the jungle, swimming in cenotes, luxuriating on Cozumel Island and Tulum, and surviving Cancún. The story fleshed out by interesting historical anecdotes and humorous descriptions of life in the Yucatán. The book contains over 200 professional full-color photos, along with indexes organized alphabetically and by category.
For 91 Days in the Yucatán isn't a traditional guidebook, but an impartial and colorful account of three months spent in this unforgettable peninsula. Join Mike and Jürgen as they explore the Yucatán over the course of 91 days. Whether you're planning a trip, already there, or simply curious, their experiences might help to enrich your own.
Hanoi For 91 Days
Jan 15, 2018
$7.99
Are 91 days enough to thoroughly explore an entire country? How about half of one? Professional travelers Michael and Jürgen spent three months in the northern half of Vietnam, visiting cities, parks, villages, and some of the most bizarre and beautiful nature the world has to offer. This book follows their adventures, from a late-night departure out of Saigon on the "Reunification Express" train, through cities like Hue and Hoi An, and into the bustling capital city of Hanoi. From famous sights like Ha Long and Phong Nha, to more obscure locations like Ha Giang and Pu Luong, Michael and Jürgen tried to experienced as much as possible, and every day brought with it a new adventure. Packed full of anecdotes and honest, practical advice, as well as over 280 beautiful full-color photographs, For 91 Days in Hanoi is a must for anyone traveling to this amazing corner of the world.
Saigon For 91 Days: Ho Chi Minh City Travel Guide
Sep 21, 2017
$7.99
Michael and Jürgen spent 91 days living in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), learning about the history, cuisine, and culture of this major Southeast Asian metropolis. For three months, they explored all of Saigon's major sights, and plenty of hidden gems. They sampled every type of street food they could get their hands on, familiarized themselves with the city's insane traffic, and took a lot of trips throughout Southern Vietnam. Phu Quoc, Can Tho, Sadec, Chau Doc, and Dalat were just some of the places they visited, and all of their trips and experiences are detailed in this book. Packed full of anecdotes and honest, practical advice, as well as over 280 beautiful full-color photographs, For 91 Days in Saigon is a must for anyone traveling to this amazing city.
Montreal For 91 Days
Sep 6, 2016
$7.99
For 91 days, travelers Mike and Jürgen explored the city of Montreal, and came away with some unforgettable memories and photographs. This book is a collection of their anecdotes and adventures from Canada's second city. Over the course of three months, they experienced the highs and lows of Montreal, discovered the city's multi-cultural neighborhoods, ate loads of poutine, visited the best museums, and even found time for a trip to nearby Quebec City. Packed with helpful advice, restaurant tips, insights into the French-Canadian culture, and beautiful full-color photography, this book is a must for anyone planning a trip to Montreal!
For 91 Days In Tokyo
Jan 8, 2015
$7.99
A collection of stories, photography and advice from three months spent in Tokyo: capital of Japan and the largest city in the world. Mike and Jürgen are travelers who spend 91 days in various locations around the world, capturing the history, lifestyle and culture of their temporary homes. With the enthusiasm of newcomers, they spent three months exploring Tokyo, visiting well-known sights like Ginza and Shibuya, as well as some hidden gems.
Packed with information about the food, neighborhoods, museums and culture of Tokyo, this e-book follows Mike and Jürgen as they discover kabuki and sumo, attend the city's famous cherry blossom festivals, visit museums and gardens, and test out the nightlife. Their story is fleshed out by historical anecdotes, humorous observations on the culture, and even day trips to Yokohama and the Mount Fuji region of Hakone. The book contains over 250 professional full-color photos, along with indexes organized alphabetically and by category.
For 91 Days in Tokyo isn't a traditional guidebook, but an impartial and colorful account of three months spent in this unforgettable city. Join Mike and Jürgen as they explore Tokyo over the course of 91 days. Whether you're planning a trip, already there, or simply curious, their experiences will help to enrich your own.
Packed with information about the food, neighborhoods, museums and culture of Tokyo, this e-book follows Mike and Jürgen as they discover kabuki and sumo, attend the city's famous cherry blossom festivals, visit museums and gardens, and test out the nightlife. Their story is fleshed out by historical anecdotes, humorous observations on the culture, and even day trips to Yokohama and the Mount Fuji region of Hakone. The book contains over 250 professional full-color photos, along with indexes organized alphabetically and by category.
For 91 Days in Tokyo isn't a traditional guidebook, but an impartial and colorful account of three months spent in this unforgettable city. Join Mike and Jürgen as they explore Tokyo over the course of 91 days. Whether you're planning a trip, already there, or simply curious, their experiences will help to enrich your own.
For 91 Days in Iceland
Mar 3, 2014
$7.99
A collection of stories, photography and advice from three months spent in Iceland, an isolated country in the North Atlantic filled with wondrous and bizarre nature. Mike and Jürgen are travelers who spend 91 days in various locations around the world, capturing the history, lifestyle and culture of their temporary homes. With the enthusiasm of newcomers, they've explored Iceland from north to south, and east to west, visiting both the most popular sights and uncovering some hidden gems.
Filled with information about the hikes, volcanoes, glaciers, towns, culture and people of Iceland, this e-book follows Mike and Jürgen as they scour the streets of Reykjavík, and set off on road trips which take them around the entire country. The Blue Lagoon, the sights of Golden Circle, the remote West and Eastfjords, the bizarre nature of Lake Mývatn in the north, and a trip to the Westman Islands are all part of the story, which is fleshed out by interesting historical anecdotes and humorous descriptions of Icelandic life. The book contains over 220 professional full-color photos, along with a full index organized alphabetically and by category.
For 91 Days in Iceland isn't a traditional guidebook, but an impartial and colorful account of three months spent in this incredible and unforgettable country. Explore Iceland with Mike and Jürgen over the course of 91 days, and you'll be sure to agree that this is one of the world's most special places.
Filled with information about the hikes, volcanoes, glaciers, towns, culture and people of Iceland, this e-book follows Mike and Jürgen as they scour the streets of Reykjavík, and set off on road trips which take them around the entire country. The Blue Lagoon, the sights of Golden Circle, the remote West and Eastfjords, the bizarre nature of Lake Mývatn in the north, and a trip to the Westman Islands are all part of the story, which is fleshed out by interesting historical anecdotes and humorous descriptions of Icelandic life. The book contains over 220 professional full-color photos, along with a full index organized alphabetically and by category.
For 91 Days in Iceland isn't a traditional guidebook, but an impartial and colorful account of three months spent in this incredible and unforgettable country. Explore Iceland with Mike and Jürgen over the course of 91 days, and you'll be sure to agree that this is one of the world's most special places.
For 91 Days in Istanbul
Oct 28, 2013
$7.99
A collection of stories, photography and advice from three months spent in Istanbul: the cultural heart of Turkey and one of the world's biggest cities. Mike and Jürgen are travelers who spend 91 days in various locations around the world, capturing the history, lifestyle and culture of their temporary homes. With the enthusiasm of newcomers, they've explored Istanbul from top to bottom, visiting both the well-known sights and hidden gems.
Filled with information about the mosques, neighborhoods, food and museums of Istanbul, this e-book follows Mike and Jürgen's adventures from the hip hangouts of Taksim Square to the quiet tea gardens of Üsküdar. The Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the city's best museums, churches and little-known sights are all part of the story, fleshed out by interesting historical anecdotes and humorous descriptions of modern-day life. The book contains over 250 professional full-color photos, along with a full index organized alphabetically, and by category.
For 91 Days in Istanbul isn't a traditional guidebook, but an impartial and colorful account of three months spent in this amazing and surprisingly diverse city. Explore Istanbul with Mike and Jürgen over the course of 91 days, and learn about what makes it such a special place.
Filled with information about the mosques, neighborhoods, food and museums of Istanbul, this e-book follows Mike and Jürgen's adventures from the hip hangouts of Taksim Square to the quiet tea gardens of Üsküdar. The Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the city's best museums, churches and little-known sights are all part of the story, fleshed out by interesting historical anecdotes and humorous descriptions of modern-day life. The book contains over 250 professional full-color photos, along with a full index organized alphabetically, and by category.
For 91 Days in Istanbul isn't a traditional guidebook, but an impartial and colorful account of three months spent in this amazing and surprisingly diverse city. Explore Istanbul with Mike and Jürgen over the course of 91 days, and learn about what makes it such a special place.
For 91 Days in Idaho
Feb 4, 2013
$7.99
A collection of stories, photography and advice from three months spent in Idaho: one of America's most under-appreciated states. Mike and Jürgen are travelers who spend 91 days in various locations around the world, capturing the history, lifestyle and most interesting aspects of their temporary homes. With the enthusiasm of newcomers, they've explored Idaho from top to bottom, and built a thorough picture of this little-known corner of the Pacific Northwest.
Filled with information about the wildlife, history, oddities, nature and towns of Idaho, the e-book follows Mike and Jürgen's adventures from the forests and lakes of the north to bizarre geological formations in the south. Leave any preconceptions behind, and you'll discover that Idaho is anything but boring! The book contains over 250 professional full-color photos, along with a full index organized by date and category.
For 91 Days in Idaho isn't a traditional guidebook, but an impartial and colorful account of three months spent in this amazing and surprisingly diverse state. Explore Idaho over the course of 91 days, and learn about what makes it such a special place.
Filled with information about the wildlife, history, oddities, nature and towns of Idaho, the e-book follows Mike and Jürgen's adventures from the forests and lakes of the north to bizarre geological formations in the south. Leave any preconceptions behind, and you'll discover that Idaho is anything but boring! The book contains over 250 professional full-color photos, along with a full index organized by date and category.
For 91 Days in Idaho isn't a traditional guidebook, but an impartial and colorful account of three months spent in this amazing and surprisingly diverse state. Explore Idaho over the course of 91 days, and learn about what makes it such a special place.
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