Max Hartshorne

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About Max Hartshorne

Max Hartshorne has been the editor of the GoNOMAD.com travel website since 2002. Over the past decade, he has had the privilege of working with writers and publishing travel articles about nearly every country in the world.

He has also been a consistent world traveler, writing hundreds of his own travel stories and posting daily blogs from the 10 or more yearly international trips he takes around the world.

Max always tries to get to the heart of a place--asking the local cab drivers, bartenders and people on the street to tell him what's the most important news of the day. He reads the local papers, chooses the local wines, and selects the local specialty from the menu. He's a curious writer and he delves into the nature of each place, with an eye for the details with a goal of showing his readers what it's like there.

He writes a daily blog called Readuponit and is a regular guest on several radio programs sharing stories about his travels. He lives in the farming village South Deerfield in Western Massachusetts and enjoys spending a lot of time with his grandchildren.

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Naked Travel - Things to Do Without Clothes (GoNomad Plane Readers) Nov 15, 2011

by Max Hartshorne

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Naked Travel - Things To Do Without Clothes is a GoNOMAD Plane Reader ebook for travelers who truly want to travel light. Have you ever wanted to check out a nude beach, or even spend a weekend at a clothing optional inn or a nudist resort? GoNOMAD's writers have done it all, and in this new ebook we share many details and tips on getting out of your clothes and enjoying life around the world in your birthday suit. It's not about sex, it's about freedom, and today's naturists are law abiding citizens just out to have fun.

We begin with an essay profiling a nudist resort in the California desert called DeAnza Springs. We meet many men and women there who have chosen a nudist lifestyle and look forward to each weekend when they come out to the desert and strip off their clothes and their cares, and hang out with fellow nudists. We go hiking in the nude in Washington 's Cascade Mountains, and find a cute country inn nestled in Vermont's Green Mountains where nobody has to wear a stitch of clothing. At night they dance naked in front of a roaring fire.

The chapters also include a visit to Sandy Hook, New Jersey's famous nude beach near New York City, and Haulover Beach, which some consider the country's finest nude beach, located near Miami Florida. The top ten nude beaches in the world are reviewed, along with updated detailed guides to the United State's best nude beaches.

The book includes a directory of every clothing optional resort in the US and contact information for anyone who might be interested in the nudist lifestyle.

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Italy Plane Reader - Get Psyched About Your Upcoming Trip to Italy: Stories About Italian People, Places and Eats (GoNomad Plane Readers Book 1) Apr 25, 2011

by Max Hartshorne

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Getting excited about your trip to Italy?

GoNOMAD's Italy Plane Reader provides you with a collection of 31 articles highlighting everything Italy has to offer . . . from Sicily to Torino, from the Adriatic to Tyrrhenian sea, through thousands of years of history, seeing some of the world's most romantic places, and best of all, the chance to mingle with Italians, who manage to have more fun than any other people on earth. Get inspired for your trip, read about so many delicious dinners and fabulous treats...from truffles in Spoleto, to gelato in Elba, taste, smell and enjoy it all while you fly over to your dream vacation spot...Italy!

Italy is a country that people dream of...from Cinque Terre's series of cliffside villages, to the dramatic town of Positano set on a hillside overlooking the Amalfi coast, to Turin's bohemian charm and fantastic dining, Sicily's ancient traditions, Umbria's rolling countryside--you'll savor it all in these photo-filled articles from GoNOMAD.

Among the topics in the ebook are renting a house in Le Marche and taking the parents along; discovering the best gelato in the South, hiking in the Alps near Torino, visiting sites made famous by James Joyce in Trieste, and weaving sea silk in Sardinia. GoNOMAD's articles are always unique and full of interesting facts plus a wealth of photographs, bringing Italy alive for the reader. If you love Italy and want to know more about those hard to find places, those one-of-a-kind destinations you'll never forget, this book is perfect for you.

Grab GoNomad's Italy Plane Reader today, sit back, and enjoy all that Italy has to offer - and prepare for your upcoming Italian adventure.

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Ireland Plane Reader - Get Excited About Your Upcoming Trip to Ireland: Stories about the People, Places, and Eats of Ireland (GoNomad Plane Readers Book 7) Jun 5, 2012

by Max Hartshorne

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Ireland Plane Reader - Get Excited About Your Upcoming Trip to Ireland: Stories about the People, Places, and Eats of Ireland is a photo-filled eBook that takes the reader deep into the heart of the green island nation called the Republic of Ireland that tugs so many heartstrings of American visitors. With so many millions of Irish immigrants coming to the US in the early part of last century, many Americans today feel a kinship and interest in their Irish roots. From Dublin to Valentia Island, we cover the country with memorable travel writing and descriptions of the people, the activities and where to stay. It's all about Ireland's people, places and eats.

People tracing their genealogy in Ireland are joined by the many who love the music of the country--no pub is complete without some musicians making music over a few pints of Guinness. The Ireland Plane Reader explores the pubs both famous and out of the way. Also included are articles about Northern Ireland, Belfast and Derry.

Sample chapters include:

West of Ireland: Stories in Stone

The Fiddler's Retreat: Irish Music, Irish Food, Irish Culture

Whiskey and Water: Self-Cruising the Emerald Isle

The Boston Boy Visits Dublin: Wicked Brilliant!

My Beloved Ireland: A Magical Place

InisMor: As Irish As It Gets

Valentia Island: The Far End of Ireland

Doolin, Ireland

Top Notch Food and Lodging at Secret
Places Near Dublin

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Mexico Plane Reader - Get Excited About Your Upcoming Trip to Mexico: Stories About Mexican People, Places and Eats (GoNomad Plane Readers Book 20) Nov 7, 2013

by Max Hartshorne

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The Mexico Plane Reader captures all that is exotic, passionate, familiar and welcoming about our nearest neighbor, the giant country of Mexico. You’ll discover Queretaro, with living, breathing history, or Ensenada, where you’ll sip the local wines. Get wet in Mexico’s Matacanes, (underwater rivers) or cenotes, where you’ll dive in for a cool dip.

From Taxco’s lively silver markets to the vast Copper Canyon, or the mysterious city of Palenque infused with Aztek mystery this book has travel stories about every aspect of Mexico. You’ll eat like a local in vibrant Mexico City and look up to see the birds above Urique, Chihuahua. This book is packed with 39 different stories with hundreds of photos about Oaxaca, and Alamos, and Boca del Tomaltan. If you love Mexico, the Mexico Plane Reader is your perfect trip planning download!

Other chapters include:
Budget Beaches of Sayulita
San Cristobal de las Casas
Tequisquiaan: Market Eating in the Real Mexico

And many, many more

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Australia Plane Reader - Get Excited About Your Upcoming Trip to Australia: Stories about the People, Places, and Eats of Australia (GoNomad Plane Readers Book 21) Feb 14, 2014

by Max Hartshorne

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The Australia Plane Reader will take you far, far down under. This new ebook from GoNOMAD showcases dozens of places you’ll want to see on your own grand tour of the world’s most unique continent.

Venture down to the very bottom of this vast island continent and experience the Great Ocean Walk, a one-way journey through fantastic wildlife and dramatic coastal beauty. Go to broiling hot Alice Springs or Darwin on the Ghan Railway. Take in Tasmania, the windy, emerald island south of Australia. Learn about how important footie is to anyone who called Melbourne home, and go rafting on the Nymboida river or explore a mine in Cooper Pedy.

Explore Nimbin, in New South Wales, a hippy community where every May a parade and festival supporting marijuana is held. Or visit Newtown, Sydney’s trendy heart where great shopping and nightlife awaits

This collection of 22 stories is full of fantastic photos, and great information for anyone who is planning a trip to Australia. We also include a list of tourism offices where you can get more information from Australia Tourism.

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Thailand Plane Reader - Get Excited About Your Upcoming Trip to Thailand: Stories about the People, Places, and Eats of Thailand (GoNOMAD Plane Readers Book 19) Nov 10, 2013

by Max Hartshorne

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Can you think of a country that’s on more people’s bucket lists than Thailand? It’s a country of bustling cities like Bangkok, lush jungles, sparkling beaches and hot spicy foods.

In the Thailand Plane Reader you’ll read about the Songkran and Bun Bang Fai rocket festivals, get your hands dirty studying permaculture in Panya, and enjoy an American Fourth of July in Bangkok.

With hundreds of color photos, see the Phi Phi Islands, Khao Sok National Park, and the Friendship bridge from Thailand to Laos. Read about how you can learn to train elephants, and volunteer helping save turtles.

Meet the hill tribes near Isan, Northern Thailand, spend a day in Bangkok’s Lumpini Park. There are more than 30 travel stories, each about a different part of fascinating Thailand. Enjoy the Thailand Plane reader and begin planning your own trip to Thailand.

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Eastern Canada Plane Reader - Get Excited About Your Upcoming Trip to Eastern Canada: Stories about the People, Places, and Eats of Eastern Canada (GoNOMAD Plane Readers Book 18) Jun 6, 2013

by Max Hartshorne

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Canada is vast, and close by for American travelers. Yet what people say they love about Eastern Canada is how much it feels like Europe. A morning in Quebec City hearing people speaking French, an evening in Montreal at a cool cafe with great French-inspired food and wine. Canada is like Europe but it's right there, next door, a great destination waiting to be explored!

This ebook includes stories about Quebec City, and Montreal, and many other parts of Eastern Canada that any traveler will want to explore. Charlevoix, Newfoundland, The Gaspe Peninsula, all fascinating places with rich history, great food, and friendly locals.

Have you ever been screeched? It only happens in Newfoundland. Visit a lavender farm in Quebec, or take in the winter's fabulous Carnaval, where everyone enjoys the snow and being outside. Or hunker down in the ice hotel in Quebec City. Find these and many more articles about Eastern Canada that will make you say Oui! I'm going to Eastern Canada!

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California Plane Reader - Get Excited About Your Upcoming Trip to California: Stories about the People, Places, and Eats of California (GoNomad Plane Readers Book 17) Mar 5, 2013

by Max Hartshorne

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For the adventurer, California offers a treasure trove of exciting destinations and activities. Whether you’re headed for the lush vineyards of Napa Valley or high into the Sierra Nevada, California presents the traveler with a unique travel experience that will leave them begging to return.

California Plane Reader - Get Excited About Your Upcoming Trip to California: Stories about the People, Places, and Eats of California shares personal travel accounts from nearly every California destination from the north to the south, and will help to educate and point you in the right direction for your own California vacation. Read it on Huntington Beach between surf sessions, on the plane to LAX, or before you go to sleep at night; the California Plane Reader will offer insight and inspiration for your next trip to California.

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Rail Travel - Stories About Travel By Train From Around The World (GoNOMAD Plane Readers Book 16) Jan 17, 2013

by Max Hartshorne

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Is there any more romantic way to travel than by railroad? Whether it's the clackity clack of steel wheels on the tracks, or that exquisite moment when the train begins rolling and you settle back in your comfy seat, real travelers know that trains are a great way to travel. This collection of 23 stories covers railroad travel all over the world, with stunning photos on every page.

On a train, you get to see a lot more than if you traveled by plane, car, or boat. The Railroad Travel Plane Reader lets you read about traveling by trains of all types, all over the world. Visit the great temples in Delhi, India, ride on top of the front caboose in Ecuador, venture from Mongolia to Germany on the Trans-Siberian Railway, or plan your trip across Europe using Eurail.

There is no better way to see the world-renowned scenic views of New Zealand than in the seat of one of the countryís scenic railway companies or see the vastness of the Grand Canyon from the Amtrak Observation cars of the California Zephyr. Whether you are traveling by Metrorail in Cape Town or to Fairyland in Austria, the Railroad Travel Plane Reader will get you excited about your upcoming trip by rail.

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Morocco Plane Reader - Get Excited About Your Upcoming Trip to Morocco: Stories about the People, Places, and Eats of Morocco (GoNOMAD Plane Readers Book 15) Jan 16, 2013

by Max Hartshorne

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Is there cell phone service in the desert? What are the origins of organic Argan oil? Did you know that the Berbers make 95% of their income off it? Read the Morocco Plane Reader and you will find out these questions and more about the beautiful country of Morocco.

You will learn about the health and safety of such a mysterious place, transport salt on the back of camels, and discover Morocco’s different languages. Why not travel to this exotic country and climb the dunes of Erg Chebbi, take a ferry ride to Spain, visit ancient tribal lands, learn proper etiquette, eat interesting foods, visit the markets, see a Tinman, the Dye pots in Féz and explore the great architecture of Marrakech.

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Women's Travel - Stories By Intrepid Women Travelers from GoNOMAD Travel (GoNOMAD Plane Readers Book 14) Nov 19, 2012

by Max Hartshorne

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This new collection of travel stories by women will energize even the most dormant feelings of wanderlust in any female traveler. Womens' experiences of travel are, of course, varied, but there is a distinct difference between traveling on vacation with one's husband, or to visit relatives with the kids and setting out on your own or with a good friend, seeing the world as independent, intrepid women travelers.  

GoNOMAD Travel has long been a place where we pay prominent attention and provide a voice to the most adventurous and bold women travelers. This collection is some of our best stories by women writers, all with a keen eye to the joys, perils and thrills of venturing out on one's own, or in the company of other women.

  If you want to be inspired about a trip with a good woman friend, or want to set out on your own around the world adventure as a solo woman traveler, you'll love this collection of 21 stories written by and for women travelers.

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Massachusetts Plane Reader - Get Excited About Your Upcoming Trip to Massachusetts: Stories about the People, Places, and Eats of Massachusetts (GoNomad Plane Readers Book 13) Nov 18, 2012

by Max Hartshorne

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From the lush green infield and the monster wall of Fenway Park to the historic footsteps of Paul Revere and the Patriots who got our country started, Massachusetts best feature is that it’s steeped in history. We go back as far as the first 1600s era Pilgrim settlers in Plymouth.

Wherever you go in Massachusetts, there will something to remind you of our forefathers. But of course, there are so many towns, so many cities to consider--each with a unique personality. The Massachusetts Plane Reader brings you Boston. And Stockbridge. And Amherst, Northampton and Lowell. And many, many more.

What’s it like to follow the trail of Henry Thoreau as he traipses through Cape Cod? We visit the hip town of Northampton, known to locals as ‘Hamp, and by transplants as Noho. It’s famous for its 90+ restaurants and fabulous arts and music scene.

We venture out on the islands, prim and trim Nantucket and stately, lovely Martha’s Vineyard. We camp out, cruise the coast, paddleboard and bike through the best the Bay State can show us. You’ll love this collection if you’re looking for ideas—the state is so small, you can do many of them in a few days.

Enjoy these stories of early America’s first stomping ground, the Massachusetts Plane Reader will inspire you on your visit to the Bay State.

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