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After 40+ years of writing about Europe, Rick Steves has gathered 100 of his favorite memories together into one inspiring collection: For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories. Join Rick as he's swept away by a fado singer in Lisbon, learns the dangers of falling in love...

Best-selling author of Spilling the Beans, takes her personal journey around the different regions of England.The quintessential Englishwoman Clarissa Dickson Wright takes us on a personal journey through the country of her birth. From Cornwall to Cumbria, Norfolk to Northumbria she brings her extraordinary knowledge, huge passion, forthright opinions and inimitable wit to the distinctive history and regional character of every corner of England.

Brought to you by Penguin This celebration of the English countryside does not only focus on the rolling green landscapes and magnificent monuments that set England apart from the rest of the world. Many of the contributors bring their own special touch, presenting a refreshingly eclectic...

A Waterstones Travel Book of the Year 2023 A funny, warm and timely meditation on identity and belonging, following the scenic route along the England–Wales border: Britain’s deepest faultline. There is a line on the map: to one side Wales, small, rugged and stubborn; on the other England...

A Sunday Times Book of the Week and Top 10 Bestseller A Times bestseller A Waterstones Paperback of the Year 2024 A Spectator Book of the Year What kind of country is England today? What does it mean to be English? Are we hungry for change or seeking old certainties? Join Stuart Maconie on an...

A selection of travel writing and personal observations of England in the 1930s by the thriller writer, Victor Canning. AUTHOR: Victor Canning is best known as a thriller writer, though he also wrote historical romances and books for children. Over a writing career spanning 50 years, he wrote more than 60 books and over 80 short stories. Many of his books have been filmed. “Everyman’s England” is a collection of travel articles which were published in book form in 1936.

Step into the shadows with Haunted England, your weekly portal to the paranormal. This spine-chilling podcast delivers a smorgasbord of supernatural content, from breaking spooky news and in-depth guides to infamous haunted locations, to analysis of real paranormal evidence. Join our intrepid hosts as they peel back the veil between worlds, bringing you face-to-face with the unexplained. Whether you're a seasoned ghost hunter or a curious skeptic, Haunted England serves up the thrills and chills you crave. New episodes materialise weekly, so subscribe now... if you dare. #Paranormal #Haunted #...

“Open-hearted and buoyant, the book weaves together her hands-on experiences in Europe and introduces us to a rich cast of people who make, sell and care about these traditions.” —Jenny Linford, author of The Missing Ingredient In this delightful tour of France, England, and Italy, YouTube...

What is visible to the naked eye has been exhaustively raked over; in Underground London, acclaimed travel writer Stephen Smith provides an alternative guide and history of the capital. It's a journey through the passages and tunnels of the city, the bunkers and tunnels, crypts and shadows. As well as being a contemporary tour of underground London, it's also an exploration through time.

Eighteen years ago, Joe Bennett left England for a holiday. Now he’s come back. But how is the England of his memory different from the England of the motorway? Identikit high streets, New Labour, chicken tikka - things aren’t what they used to be. But the longer Joe travels, the more he wonders whether things were ever what they used to be. Even a century ago, H. V. Morton, the nation’s most celebrated eulogiser, was In Search of England.

Welcome to the Eccentric England Podcast. Join your host, Elaine Wilson, the adventurous spirit behind the 'Eccentric England' travel blog, as she shares with you her journey and experiences of being a seasoned travel blogger!

Join us as we tackle a variety of trails—some that leave us gasping for air and others that are perfect for the whole family (and by “family,” we mean the dog, too). We’re on a mission to explore the great outdoors and share our escapades with you, so you can plan your own New England adventure. Our itinerary includes discovering quirky new towns, revisiting beloved favorites, enjoying the fresh air, and, of course, indulging in some seriously good eats. Thanks for tuning in! If you have any recommendations or questions (or just want to share your favorite snack for the trail), we’re...

A podcast about the people, places, and things that make New England so noteworthy.

Ten years after the walk across Central Asia and Afghanistan that he memorialized in The Places in Between, Rory Stewart set out on a new journey, traversing a thousand miles between England and Scotland. Stewart was raised along the border of the two countries, the frontier taking on poignant significance in his understanding of what it means to be both Scottish and English, of his relationship with his father, who's lived on this land his whole life, and of his ties to the rich history and culture of the region.

Showcasing the best of what this great historic region of the country has to offer.by highlighting trip ideas, notable locations, great restaurants, where to grab the best coffee and much more!

Hi, I'm Sydney Kerbyson, a wedding and elopement photographer based in New Hampshire. This podcast is ALL about connecting you to your New England Wedding Vendors. You'll get an insider view of what they stand for, why they do what they do, and how they show up on your wedding day. Be sure to tune in every other week to meet a new guest, and hopefully meet someone you want to be a part of your wedding day!

We're Corey and Anna, a couple who recently moved to New England from California. In this biweekly podcast, we share what we learn as we navigate these six strange states.

Now including a foreward by Bill Buford and photographs of Gellhorn with Hemingway, Dorothy Parker, Madame Chiang Kai-shek, Gary Cooper, and others, this new edition rediscovers the voice of an extraordinary woman and brings back into print an irresistibly entertaining classic. "Martha Gellhorn...

Zwei Freunde, eine Leidenschaft – und ein ganzes Königreich voller Geschichten! Die Gentlemen Alexander-Klaus Stecher und Claus Beling sind auf britischer Mission: Vom Buckingham Palace bis zum Pub in Yorkshire, vom mystischen Nebel der Highlands bis zum Blitzlichtgewitter auf dem roten Teppich in London. Mit britischem Feinsinn und journalistischer Neugier erkunden sie die Eigenheiten einer Nation, die für Eleganz, Exzentrik und Exzellenz bekannt ist. — Sie treffen auf Lords, Ladies und echte Originale, lüften die Geheimnisse von spukenden Herrenhäusern, werfen einen unzensierten ...

Twice each week, legend hunter, author, and historian Jeff Belanger and radio host Ray Auger explore the ghosts, monsters, aliens, folklore, history, roadside oddities, true crime, and legends of New England in this award-winning podcast. If you give us about twenty minutes, we'll give you something strange to talk about today. The bizarre is closer than you think!