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Alexis de Tocqueville arrived in New York in May 1831. America was still getting started. But this young French aristocrat was the first foreigner to foresee what it would become: not just a country, but an idea—one powerful enough to shape the future of the world.Tocqueville's nine-month road trip took him to the frontier, to the South and, eventually, to the White House. It spawned his masterpiece: “Democracy in America”. Many people still consider this book the single most insightful piece of writing on America. John Prideaux, The Economist’s US editor, is one of them. Now, 250 ...

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In 1902, Sadakichi Hartmann attempted to transport a theater full of people across a vast ocean using only perfume and an electric fan.

Join Roads & Kingdoms and host Nathan Thornburgh for this evolving travel podcast, currently mostly on hiatus. Archives include long boozy interviews around the world and Anthony Bourdain-led deep dives. Always, though, beats have been by Dan the Automator, artwork by Daisy Dee, show art by Edel Rodriguez. All advertising proceeds go to NYC's Let Us Breathe Fund for which this show has raised thousands, even in hiatus. So thank you for listening.

Do you have itchy feet but are strapped for cash? Envious of your mate's Instagram stories partying in Mykonos while your highlight reel is a four on wordle? You just need a little escape that won’t break the bank - and I’ve got just the thing!Join me, Monika O’Hanlon as we trip around the globe. Enjoy a fully immersive inflight service and world class adventures from the comfort of your home. Think of it as a cross between virtual reality and… a guided mediation. But less Meta... more…. jet-setter… Does that make sense?It’s called Trips with Mon. To secure your ticket, hit ...

Embarking on a Spiti Valley solo trip is an exhilarating experience, offering a perfect blend of adventure, serenity, and breathtaking landscapes. Nestled in the Himalayas, Spiti Valley is a high-altitude desert that invites solo travelers to explore its rugged terrain and rich cultural heritage. The journey to Spiti Valley itself is an adventure, with challenging roads and stunning vistas at every turn.

A road trip from Bengaluru to Sakleshpur can be a fun and adventurous experience. The most common route is via NH75, which passes through Nelamangala, Kunigal, Channarayapatna, and Hassan. The journey from Bengaluru to Sakleshpur takes around 4 hours 30 minutes with a driving distance of 220 kms. Manjarabad Fort, Bisle View Point, Jenukal Gudda etc are some of the top places to visit in Sakleshpura.

Forget the stress of planning hotels, transport, and sightseeing on your own. In this podcast, learn how a Manali Tour Package makes every journey smoother and more enjoyable. Whether it's your first visit or another trip to the hills, Manali Trip Packages has you covered. Listen now and begin your mountain escape!

Brought to you by Penguin. No sex. No kids. No future? When Tom Feiling moved to Tokyo as a student in the early nineties, Japan was a beacon of the future: a rising superpower, a technology giant, and a global symbol of prosperity, civility and success. When he returned twenty-four years later...

Exploring experience reports from altered states of consciousness. Submit your trip reports: truetriptv@gmail.com

Real golfers. Real budgets. Really sick trips. The stories, formats, budgets, and traditions behind unforgettable golf trips for everyday golfers. We dissect the trip your buddy group is actually capable of pulling off — and the small choices that turn it from "fine" into a story you'll tell for the rest of your life.

At age 30, Maya Golden was living a charmed life. She was an award-winning sports reporter, a loyal wife, and a new mom. Privately, she was battling addiction, perfectionism, dissociation disorders, and rage due to sexual abuse endured at the hands of her cousin and many other predators. But Maya wants to change. So, on a family road trip back to her Texas hometown she is ready to put an end to the secrets that threaten her marriage and her career. Three separate moments of divine intervention ultimately saved Maya’s life.

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Granny Takes A Trip was more than just a shop and a fashion brand; it was the original rock and roll clothes boutique, the template for all that followed. What started as an odd retail venture/art installation in a depressed part of London known as World's End became an international byword for glam decadence in Manhattan and Hollywood, combining flamboyant style and all manner of countercultural activity to attract everyone from Pattie Boyd, Marianne Faithfull and Anita Pallenberg to Elton John, Jimi Hendrix, Miles Davis, Mick Jagger, Rod Stewart, the Beatles, and Lou Reed.

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Welcome to "Trip the Beltway Fantastic," where we peel back the curtain on Washington’s hidden narratives and the underbelly of its political machinations. As a seasoned journalist with over two decades in the capital, I’ve witnessed the evolution of the imperial city from a unique vantage point. Having co-hosted series like Empire has No Clothes and Crashing the War Party, I’m no stranger to dissecting the hard truths and challenging the mainstream's company line on national security and foreign policy.

A meandering essayistic mix of music, film and literature, field recordings, and humour, all with one goal in mind: to provide a short audio day trip for nihilists wherein they slow down and enjoy the world.All music clips and recordings are (hopefully) either out of copyright or used under fair usage.To get in touch: daytripsfornihilists@gmail.com or neil-fitzgerald.com.

Welcome to Trip R, the podcast that takes you down every road — from deep talks about the world and how it works, to the random stuff that makes you laugh along the way. Whether it’s history, politics, the military, or just life itself, Ross keeps it real, curious, and unfiltered. Sit back, tune in, and take the trip.

In recent years, scientists have made major claims for psychedelics' ability to heal trauma, alleviate depression and cure addiction. From micro-dosing to ayahuasca retreats, the psychedelic renaissance is well under way. And yet, psychedelics are hugely various, and as every expert acknowledges, the experience of taking them depends on how and where they are taken, and above all on who is taking them. In Ten Trips, neuropsychologist Andrew Mitchell shows that by narrowing our view of these substances, we miss what is most interesting about them.

California Trip is a multiplatform series hosted by Kelly Lynch that takes us on a road adventure—a deep drive into the heart, history, and cultural kaleidoscope that is California today. Join Kelly as she celebrates the sun-kissed California myth while searching for what is real, beautiful, and hopeful.