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Brought to you by Penguin. When Englishman Chris Broad landed in a rural village in northern Japan he wondered if he'd made a huge mistake. With no knowledge of the language and zero teaching experience, was he was about to be the most quickly fired English teacher in Japan's history? Abroad in...

The Musafir Stories is an audio podcast that documents Indian travel tales. Each episode, we share the journey of travelers in their own words and relive their experience with you, our listeners. The sole aim of our podcast is to share the rich experiences of traveling in India and inspire listeners to take the leap of faith, grab those backpacks and set out to explore the beautiful and exotic country, India!

Here is a travel audiobook with a difference: 10 chronological chapters from a year of wandering, from the Pacific Northwest to Tuscany and back again to the trout-laden streams of California. Join Bill Barich as he travels the globe, from the trout streams of Northern California to the auction ring at Saratoga, where millions of dollars may be gaveled away for a yearling thoroughbred; from seedy London pubs to a run-down Florentine palazzo during a glorious Italian spring.

In this autobiographical narrative, the author sleeps under the stars, views the beautiful French countryside, and mingles with its local populace - all with a donkey as his chief companion.

In this original and evocative book, we accompany Raja on six walks taken between 1978 and 2006. The earlier forays are peaceful affairs, allowing our guide to meditate at length on the character of his native land, a terrain of olive trees on terraced hillsides, luxuriant valleys carved by sacred springs, carpets of wild iris and hyacinth, and ancient monasteries built over 1,000 years ago. Shehadeh’s love for this magical place saturates his renderings of its history and topography.

Charithram Enniloode is an Indian Malayalam-language autobiographical show on Safari TV, where notable Malayalis from across the world share their success and failure stories from their personal and professional lives. The show is produced and edited by Santhosh George Kulangara.

Boondocking Tips publishes deep research audio articles on boondocking, off-grid camping, RV travel, van life, dispersed camping, free camping, and practical road trip planning. Each episode explores campsites, gear, solar power, batteries, water storage, internet access, safety, route planning, and strategies for camping independently for longer. For full written guides, research breakdowns, and new off-grid camping updates, visit https://boondocking.tips

Aside from love, few actvities seem to promise us as much happiness as going traveling: taking off for somewhere else, somewhere far from home, a place with more interesting weather, customs, and landscapes. But although we are inundated with advice on where to travel, few people seem to talk about why we should go and how we can become more fulfilled by doing so.

A weekly one-hour conversation with guest experts and callers about travel, cultures, people, and the things we find around the world that give life its extra sparkle. Rick Steves is America's leading authority on travel to Europe and beyond. Host and writer of over a hundred public television travel shows and author of 30 best-selling guidebooks, Rick now brings his passion for exploring and understanding our world to public radio. Related travel information and message boards on www.ricksteves.com

Embark on a captivating journey through the eyes of Ibn Battuta (1304 – ca. 1369), the legendary Moroccan explorer who traversed the vast expanses of the known Islamic world and beyond. Over three decades, he ventured into North Africa, West Africa, the Horn of Africa, Eastern Europe, the Middle East, South Asia, Central Asia, Southeast Asia, and China. Renowned as one of historys greatest travelers, Battutas chronicles offer a unique glimpse into diverse cultures and lands. This edition presents his remarkable travelogue, excluding the translators note and preface. (Summary modified ...

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of The Future of Humanity by Michio Kaku, read by Feodor Chin. Human civilization is on the verge of spreading beyond Earth. More than a possibility, it is becoming a necessity: whether our hand is forced by climate change and resource depletion or whether...

Celeste Skye decodes hidden systems for smarter travel, revealing insider strategies to book cheaper flights, navigate cities like a local, and breeze through airports. Each episode delivers actionable hacks that save time, money, and stress. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.aiThis show includes AI-generated content.

Join host Celeste Skye as she reveals the transformative power of minimalist travel. Discover how traveling light opens doors to richer experiences, greater freedom, and a revolutionized approach to life through mindset shifts and practical packing strategies. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.aiThis show includes AI-generated content.

Join host Celeste Skye as she uncovers the transformative power of travel through stories of forced migration, unexpected friendships, and solo journeys. Each episode reveals how movement connects us and shows who we truly are. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.aiThis show includes AI-generated content.

Travel Size with host Celeste Skye explores compact, mobile living—from tiny homes on wheels to ultralight packing. Discover how downsizing your space expands your freedom, adventure, and connection to what truly matters. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.aiThis show includes AI-generated content.

Join host Celeste Skye as she unpacks the irresistible human urge to wander and explore. From the genetics of wanderlust to radical lifestyle changes, each episode reveals why some people can't sit still—and why that restlessness might be hardwired into our DNA. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.aiThis show includes AI-generated content.

Join Celeste Skye as she celebrates solo travel as an empowering lifestyle choice. Explore the freedom of independent itineraries, unexpected human connections, and destinations that amplify personal growth. Discover why traveling alone is the ultimate act of self-discovery. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.aiThis show includes AI-generated content.

In the 12 lessons of Notorious London: A City Tour, you will experience a rich sampling of some of the city’s most shocking stories and infamous personalities. Taught by Professor Paul Deslandes of the University of Vermont, Notorious London dips into various regions and eras of London’s past to give you a multifaceted look into this remarkable metropolis.

Change the world one trip at a time. In this illuminating collection of stories and lessons from the road, acclaimed travel writer Rick Steves shares a powerful message that resonates now more than ever. With the world facing divisive and often frightening events, from Trump, Brexit, and Erdogan...

The Travels of Marco Polo is the classic account of Marco Polo's journey to China from Venice, and his discoveries as an emissary to the great Kublai Khan. Polo explores everywhere from Baghdad, Armenia and Russia to the Caspian Sea, the Gobi Desert and the small fishing villages of China, describing the geography, architecture and customs of these exotic places.