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Rich mahogany-colored leather is used to hand-craft this backpack from Brazil, accompanying the modern traveler. Carried with two adjustable straps and a handle, the backpack is outfitted with several zipper pockets on the outside, complete with dividers for storing accessories and necessities. The main zipper opens to a black, lined interior.

This backpack for the studious traveler is handcrafted of black leather. Brazil's João Carlos Silva designs the backpack, equipping it with two adjustable straps and a handle. It features five zippers on the outside, each opening to a lined interior. Foam padding in the large pockets divides them into spaces for storing tablets, journals and textbooks.

Decorated with pre-Hispanic geometric patterns in flint over a body of bone, this striking lanyard is designed by Nelson and Wendhy Salones of Mexico. They hand-weave the cotton lanyard on the traditional telar de cintura, or backstrap loom. Accented with black leather, the lanyard connects with two stainless steel clasps. This accessory is perfect for carrying cameras, ID badges, and other belongings in style.

This camera strap is made from handwoven brick red cotton with an elongated diamond pattern. Each end is reinforced with black leather and has a black nylon strap to attach it to a camera. It is handcrafted by Daniela Quintero of Mexico.

Stylish and versatile, this backpack is designed by João Carlos Silva. Expertly crafted from resistant buffalo leather, it features a handle as well as straps. It boasts a laptop compartment, two lateral pockets and three pockets in the front. Inside are pockets and pouches for calculator, mobile phone or business cards.

Stylish and versatile, this backpack evidences the allure of the "Brazil" leather collection by João Carlos Silva. Expertly crafted from buffalo leather, it features several pockets and compartments, rendering this backpack ideal for travel, school or office.

Bringing a wild passion on your journeys, this backpack is handcrafted of rust leather. Carried with two adjustable straps and a handle, this Brazilian bag by João Carlos Silva is outfitted with several zipper pockets on the outside, with a cellphone pocket on the side. The main zipper opens to a black, lined interior.

Trendy yet functional, this dark coffee brown leather backpack is the perfect accessory for storing all of your belongings. The Brazilian workshop of Joao Carlos Silva creates this backpack from premium-quality leather, giving it two thick adjustable straps for comfort. It features one small exterior zippered pocket and two large zippered compartments, one of which has an interior padded compartment for securing your laptop.

From rafting the Zambezi River's 23 stomach-flipping rapids to hiking the Inca trail and sailing from island to island in Greece, the travel experts at National Geographic reveal the world's best adventures in this stunning--and practical--treasury. From navigating the class-five rapids of the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon to sandboarding the slopes of a volcano in Nicaragua to dogsledding in the Arctic, this beautiful and comprehensive book offers trips of a lifetime for explorers and adrenaline junkies alike. Filled with more than 300 vivid photographs, this inspirational guide reveals over 225 of the planet's best destinations for hikers, skiers, divers, rafters, and more. You'll also find everything you need to know for the ultimate epic journey: what to see, when to go, and what to do. Combining adventure with cultural experiences--for example, a safari through Madagascar or visiting the ruins of Buddhist temples after sea kayaking the warm waters of Vietnam--this one-of-a-kind collection, complemented by top ten lists and adventurer essays covering everything from the best hiking trails to the top wildlife parks, will lead you to new heights of exploration.

Designed for those who love to travel, this Brazilian backpack by João Carlos Silva is handcrafted of supple leather in a solid chocolate color. It drapes over the shoulders on two adjustable straps, complete with a handle for easy carry. Zippered pockets on the outside provide excellent storage space for books and accessories. The bag's main zipper opens to a lined interior with an array of inner pockets that offer extra space for organizing your belongings.

Featuring 120 new destinations, this best-selling inspirational travel guide reveals 500 celebrated and lesser-known destinations around the globe, from ocean cruises in Antarctica to horse treks in the Andes. Completely revised and updated for its 10th anniversary. Compiled from the favorite trips of National Geographic's legendary travel writers, this fully updated, 10th anniversary edition of Journeys of a Lifetime spans the globe to highlight the best of the world's most celebrated and lesser-known sojourns. Offering a diverse array of possibilities, every continent and possible form of transport is covered, illustrated with glorious color photographs. With 16 new pages; new destinations like Cartegena, Colombia; and updated information throughout, this timely new edition is the perfect resource for travelers who crave adventurous trips--from trekking the heights of Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania to mountain biking in Transylvania--and those searching for more specific experiences (the world's top small cruises, hot new museums around the world, secrets for following in the footsteps of film and TV heroes, and more). Each chapter features stunning photography, full-color maps, and practical tips, including how to get there, when to visit, and how to make the most of your journey. Informative and inspiring, this luxurious volume is a lifelong resource that readers will treasure for years to come.

Inspired by the Aztec deity Quetzalcoatl, artisans from the Angel Cerón Artisan Association handcraft a ceramic mask depicting the feathered serpent in the Toltec style. The deity has the head of a snake, fangs bared, topped with a headdress of grand plumage. A suede leather cord loop on the back lets it be displayed on the wall.