Cruising the Mediterranean: From the luminous canals of Amsterdam and Venice to the stunning mosaics of Istanbul's Blue Mosque, this travel memoir takes readers on the trip of a lifetime.
- 4.4 out of 5
- 226 ratings
- 306 pages
Overall Content Rating: Parental Guidance PG
This travel memoir follows a couple on a European trip: museums, meals, lodging mishaps, and cultural sightseeing. Tone is observational and often light, with occasional adult-world details encountered in passing rather than as central plot. Parents may want to know about one strong word on a humorous sign, a single mild mention of novelty adult products in a shop window, and a short unsettling description of a bloody-looking scene during the journey. Sampled matches for ordinary profanity, crude insults, and physical fighting are absent or use non-objectionable meanings; there are no review notes indicating other listed themes such as romance, abuse, or self-harm in this material.
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Fbombs Mild
1Strong swearing appears a single time, on a joke bumper sticker the characters read and react to lightly. It is not used in heated argument or directed at a person in the sampled text.
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Specific words
- fuck: 1
Sex Mild
2There is brief, non-graphic reference to adult novelty merchandise in a store display. The narrators treat it as something to chuckle at while sightseeing; the samples do not depict sexual activity between characters.
Specific words
- penis: 1
- vagina: 1
Violence Mild
1Violence-related wording is uncommon. One passage briefly describes a disturbing site associated with blood and an unpleasant situation, without extended graphic injury in the samples; another use of the same word is historical trivia, not harm to a person.
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- blood: 1
About this book
A shared passion for exploration. The Mediterranean trip of their dreams. There's no better time for adventure than right now. Enthusiastic explorers Al and Sunny Lockwood treasure the challenge and excitement of travel. From train rides through the Smokies to campouts in Yellowstone, they've documented their travel adventures to critical acclaim. With retirement, they expand their horizons and ship off for a new adventure in the heart of the Mediterranean. Come along with Al and Sunny as they experience the dazzling beauty of the Greek Isles, the mouthwatering delights of Italian cuisine, the unique calls to prayer chanted from Istanbul's minarets. You'll hold your breath riding the sky-high Acropolis lift, marvel at the lacework canals of Venice, and lose yourself in the rich wares and aromas of the Grand Bazaar. Their daily excursions will expand your mind and deepen your understanding as you find yourself immersed in the Mediterranean's vibrant array of cultures and history. In Cruising the Mediterranean you'll discover: - Personal reflections, insights and humor - Intriguing facts about Mediterranean history, landmarks and cultures - Tips for pacing your daily outings to conserve energy and maintain interest - Ways to adopt an adventuresome spirit so that obstacles or disappointments don't ruin your pleasure - The emotional, intellectual, physical and spiritual benefits of travel and much, much more! Cruising the Mediterranean is a breathtaking travelogue for explorers who refuse to let aging limit their adventures. If you like warm personal stories, cultural journeys, and actionable tips for planning your own cruise adventure, then you'll love Al and Sunny Lockwood's inspirational memoir capturing the heart of the Mediterranean. Buy Cruising the Mediterranean today and join them on a timeless, unforgettable journey! Read more