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A podcast about the people and places that make Houston Houston. Hosted by local transplant, Luke Brawner.

Welcome to Phil and H: Your Honest Travel Guides! Join us as we cut through tourist traps and hype to bring you real travel stories, hidden gems, and practical tips from around the world. Whether you're dreaming or planning your next trip, get ready for honest reviews and smart advice to help you explore smarter. Subscribe now and start your authentic adventure!

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"The Autobiography of a Super-Tramp" was published in 1908 by the Welsh author W. H. Davies (1871-1940). Most of the narrative describes the way of life of the tramp in Britain and North America in the last decade of the 19th century. At the age of 22, Davies sailed to America, which was the first of more than a dozen Atlantic crossings. From 1893 to 1899 the author traveled the highways and railways, living day to day by riding trains, staying in prisons, and even managing to fund himself to repeatedly cross the ocean.

What would it be like to cast aside the industrial bustle of the early 20th century to hop a freighter bound for the verdant jungles and untamed wildlife of the fabled Amazon? H.M. Tomlinson did just that, trading the streets of Swansea, Wales, for the open sea of the Atlantic. Thanks to Tomlinson's sharp eye for detail, his spellbinding account of this 1909 journey is much more than a standard travel narrative.

Get inspired for your next historical day out and follow me on a journey as we explore Britain's historical landmarks where I'll be joined by guests to discuss their favourite places.

Two Years Before the Mast is an 1840 memoir by the author Richard Henry Dana. A Harvard graduate, he spent the years 1834 to 1836 as a sailor on a merchant ship on a voyage from Boston to California. The journey took them past Cape Horn on the Tierra del Fuego archipelago where the Pacific and Atlantic oceans meet. Dana provides detailed descriptions of ship life and the technical aspects of sailing. A chapter on California and its inhabitants offers valuable historical insights on the state which was then a foreign land.

Ciao! Noi siamo la classe terza B della scuola primaria di Omate, frazione di Agrate Brianza e siamo pronti a guidarvi in un viaggio alla scoperta del nostro territorio!Siete pronti a partire?

H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco sits down for a rare and wide-ranging one-on-one conversation in which he shares his insights into the Principality of Monaco, what makes Monaco’s Formula 1 Grand Prix so captivating for millions around the globe, Monaco’s future in F1, as well as some of the Prince’s other personal passions.

Are you making all the right choices only to feel as like you are living the wrong life? That was me …until I purchased an around the world ticket. With an oversized green backpack , I embraced the unknown twists and turns of traveling the world solo for 9 months… pretty successfully I loved how travel unpacked parts of myself I had not fully experienced in my life back home. Unfortunately, my re-entry home was an epic fail. I felt lost and uninspired. This led to a deep depression that cost my job, a relationship, and worst, my confident. So, what happened? I didn’t completely unpack ...

Dive into the vibrant world of Guyanese culture through the age-old tradition of storytelling and "gyaffing." Join us on an enthralling voyage as we uncover the rich tapestry of Guyana's history, evolution, and the diverse experiences of its global community.Led by hosts Sherida and Afia, accompanied by esteemed guests and eager listeners, our podcast guarantees an immersive exploration of the unique joys and challenges of Guyanese life. Prepare for a fusion of entertainment and cultural enlightenment that will ignite your curiosity and leave you feeling inspired. Whether you call Guyana home...

Welcome to Get F.R.E.S.H with Michelle GirasoleIn each episode, get ready to gain fresh insights and inspiring conversations to kickstart your quest for betterment.Here at Get FRESH, we care about all things fun and new.Let’s talk about food, folks, and fun to freshen your day, recreational things you might enjoy, experiences you’ve been dying to try, sponsors and services we highly recommend, and happy thoughts we can share through songs and stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Generation Hu$tle, a podcast for young creatives in NYC. Each episode features constructive conversations with inspiring individuals who are pursuing their dreams and creative pursuits. Our goal is to encourage and support the voices of the upcoming generations, and to create a space for conversation and collaboration that leads to positive change. Whether you are a practicing creative or have a great idea, we welcome you to join us on this journey. Subscribe now and join the conversation.

D. H. Lawrence’s homage to his travels in Mexico and the American southwest. The first four essays are products of a short visit to Oaxaca in Mexico. The following three, which include Lawrence’s classic account of the Hopi snake dance, are set in New Mexico. In the last essay, Lawrence remembers Saint Catherine’s Day at the ranch in Taos from the vantage point of his new residence in Italy. All are written in an inimitable style which combines acute observation and sardonic humour with Lawrence’s often eccentric views on culture and philosophy.

Du interessierst dich für einen Aufenthalt im Ausland, hast aber noch Zweifel, die dir offizielle Informationsangebote und Beratungsgespräche nicht nehmen konnten? Wir unterhalten uns für dich mit Studierenden, die im Ausland waren und stellen die Fragen, die dich interessieren. Sie erzählen euch von ihren Erfahrungen, die sie während ihres Praktikums im Ausland gesammelt haben. Ein Podcast des International Office der Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg

Keine Region der Erde hat Bestsellerautor Per J. Andersson so intensiv bereist wie Indien. In seinem neuen Audiobuch nutzt er seine jahrzehntelangen Erfahrungen, um uns Hörer in dieses zwischen Tradition, Spiritualität und Moderne schillernde Land zu entführen. Ein glänzend bereicherndes Buch für alle, die nach Indien reisen wollen oder bloß davon träumen. Indien ist ein Ansturm auf alle Sinne. Farbenfrohe Götterstatuen aus Pappmaché und Stroh, der Duft von Räucherstäbchen, Holzfeuern und Currypfannen.

山口県南東部、瀬戸内海で三番目の大きさを誇る、周防大島。 温暖でみかん栽培で有名なこの島は、「山口県のハワイ」などと呼ばれる一方、 本州との間の海峡・大畠瀬戸は、潮の流れが急で、渦潮が巻く。 瀬戸内海の東西航路と、四国へ渡る航路の途上に位置し、 古くから交通の要衝だったこの地には、古代以来の伝承がある。 ○国生み神話に登場する大島、別名オオタマルワケノミコトは周防大島のこととも ○この神を祀る大多満根神社は、周防大島最古の神社 ○境内の般若姫社には、古代、海神に身を捧げた姫を祀る ○大島と橋で繋がる沖家室島の「ふか地蔵」には、同様に娘が海で生贄となる話がある 日本武尊の神話にも登場する、若く美しい娘が海で犠牲となる類型の説話。 その謎を解く鍵は、実はエッチな事情にあった?!周防大島には、この他にも興味深い見どころやエピソードが満載。 ●平安末期、高僧により作られた石風呂が、昭和初期まで使われ、今も残っている ●戦時中謎の爆発により沈没した戦艦「陸奥」の一部が引き揚げられて展示されている ●その近くのキャンプ場には海上自衛隊機が展示され、翼の下に張られたテントも ●日本全国を聞き書きして周った民俗学者・宮本常一の生まれ故郷 宮本常一の業績を称え、彼が指導して集めた大島の民具を展示する施設もある。 ...

A podcast where we read stories from books, talk about life, and ponder the mysteries of the world.

Chat and musings on Olympique de Marseille, Celtic FC and Liverpool FC, as well as football (kit) design, politics and social issues. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eat Drink Travel Repeat is about all things travel! Coming from the perspective of an African-American expat who has lived abroad for over 8 years, it is fresh and relatable. We have exciting guests who bring new and interesting perspectives. If you love to travel or love hearing hilarious stories about traveling, you're in the right place. Come along with us as we discuss everything from solo travel, beautiful destinations, the real tea on living abroad, to the wild, crazy journey of dating as an expat & traveler! Intro & Outro Music: 'The Improv' by DJ Quads, under CC License. Thanks DJ!