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This book is a lush and beautiful memoir of a very special house and a superb recreation of a bygone era. In 1967, veteran travel writer Eric Newby and his heroic wife Wanda fulfiled their dream of a return to life in the Italian hills where they first met during World War II. But this...

A classic of travel writing, ‘A Short Walk in the Hindu Kush’ is Eric Newby’s iconic account of his journey through one of the most remote and beautiful wildernesses on earth. It was 1956, and Eric Newby was earning an improbable living in the chaotic family business of London haute...

“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...

A wonderfully quixotic, charming and surprisingly uplifting travelogue which sees Jack Cooke, author of the much-loved The Treeclimbers Guide, drive around the British Isles in a clapped-out forty-year old hearse in search of famous – and not so famous – tombs, graves and burial sites. Along...

Is adventure travel an addictive escape or a vessel for self development? What makes people leave those that they love to take huge risks? Does showing vulnerability make you weak? In these very uncertain times - how do we become strong individuals who can contribute to society? Adventurer and Guinness World record holder Ed Stafford will explore this very concept with a different guest each week. Guests include the remarkable Sir Ranulph Fiennes, Ness Knight and Dwayne Fields. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Livingstone's first book revolutionized the way European readers saw Africa and made him a hero in England. He returned again to the Zambesi with his brother Charles and others, this time with more equipment and funds. Again he faced hippopotami, crocodiles, impossible terrain, and disease, but his greatest enemies on this trip prove to be human. The British eventually lost faith in the expedition, but Livingstone proved in the end to have had tremendous foresight.

Are you a woman in your late 30s, 40s, 50s who feels like your life needs a major reinvention, but you’re feeling stuck and unsure where to start? (And maybe worried that the life you really want is a little too “unconventional” and it’s a little too late to pursue it?)Welcome to the She Reinvented podcast!---In my own quest to reinvent and redesign all aspects of my life (after a major burnout in my 40s), I’m talking to women who transformed their own lives - well over the age of 35. ---From quitting their job and moving to another country, divorcing and starting over, rekindling ...

Because travel isn’t always a dream… but it’s always a story. Hosted by Jasmine & Minty—two full-time travelers with sharp wit and zero sugarcoating—this podcast delivers the real side of travel. From unfiltered rants and wild stories to the WTF moments no one warns you about, we’re here to cut through the clichés. Because travel isn’t just about seeing new places—it’s about surviving them. Hit Follow and buckle up!

Parti alla scoperta dei luoghi più affascinanti e nascosti di questa incantevole città emiliana! Questo podcast ti farà sentire parte della storia, esplorando i segreti e le meraviglie che solo i veri conoscitori della città possono svelare. Ascolta, apri gli occhi e lasciati trasportare in un viaggio nell’arte e nella cultura. Immagina di camminare tra le navate del Duomo, ascoltando l’eco delle preghiere di secoli passati, o di contemplare il magnifico quadro del Guercino nella Basilica della Madonna della Ghiara, sentendo il peso della storia su ogni pennellata. Queste storie ti ...

Welcome to Third Culture Kids, the podcast that delves into the unique and diverse world of third culture kids (TCKs). Join sisters Skye and Sjell as they explore the TCK experience, featuring candid interviews with TCKs from all walks of life. Expect fresh global perspectives, laughter, and deep insights as we uncover what it means to grow up between cultures. Whether you're a TCK, raising one, or simply intrigued by this global phenomenon, listen as we explore what makes us all human. We're Ads free! If you'd like to buy us a coffee, you can here: https://buymeacoffee.com/thirdculturekids ...

Nestled in the lush greenery of Sri Lanka's hill country, Aberdeen Falls in Sri-lanka a hidden gem waiting to be explored. This stunning 98-meter waterfall, located near Ginigathhena, offers a serene escape into nature's beauty. Surrounded by dense forests and rugged terrain, Aberdeen Falls is perfect for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike. Whether you're trekking through scenic trails, capturing breathtaking views, or simply enjoying the tranquil atmosphere, a visit to Aberdeen Falls promises an unforgettable experience in Sri Lanka's picturesque landscape. Dive into the refreshing ...

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Welcome to New York City! Join me, New York City Kopp, as I introduce you to the wonderful world of New York City. I will tell you the best places to go, help you navigate the city, plus bring on New Yorkers to tell you their New York Stories. Jae Watson, Executive Producer, and New Yorker, will also join me on the podcast episodes sharing his experiences in the City. New episodes are out every other Sunday.

During his remarkable lifetime, Harold Gatty became one of the world's great navigators (in 1931, he and Wiley Post flew around the world in a record-breaking eight days) and, to the benefit of posterity, recorded in this book much of his accumulated knowledge about pathfinding both on land and at sea. Applying methods used by primitive peoples and early explorers, the author reveals how to determine location, study wind directions and reflections in the sky, even how to use the senses of smell and hearing to find your way in the wilderness, in a desert, in snow-covered areas, and on the ocean.

Catching all the fascination and humour of travel in out-of-the-way places, One's Company is Peter Fleming's account of his journey through Russia and Manchuria to China when he was Special Correspondent to The Times in the 1930s. Fleming spent seven months with the "object of investigating the Communist situation in South China" at a time when, as far as he knew, "no previous journey had been made to the anti-communist front by a foreigner", and on its publication in 1934, One's Company won widespread critical acclaim.

Swapping his native San Francisco for the City of Light, travel writer David Downie arrived in Paris in 1986 on a one-way ticket, his head full of romantic notions. Curiosity and the legs of a cross-country runner propelled him daily from an unheated, seventh-floor walk-up garret near the Champs-Élysées to the old Montmartre haunts of the doomed painter Modigliani, the tombs of Père-Lachaise cemetery, the luxuriant alleys of the Luxembourg Gardens, and the aristocratic Île Saint-Louis midstream in the Seine.

The Land of Little Rain by Mary Hunter Austin, first published in 1903, contains a series of interrelated essays about the American Southwest. A theme of environmental conservation and a philosophy of regional culture loosely link the narratives. The first essay covers the "Country of Lost Borders," an area between Death Valley and the High Sierras. In "Water Trails of the Ceriso", the author describes the many animals that travel along the trails, including coyotes and quails. "The Scavengers" deals with carrion feeders like buzzards and crows.

The Exhibitionists is friendly insider's guide to the best exhibitions, museum and historic places to visit in London and beyond.  Hosted by Vyki Sparkes and Catherine Boardman, aka Museum Mum and Cultural Wednesday.   Between us we visit hundreds of cultural places a year.  We're here to share what we've seen - so you know what's worth the travel.You can find us on Instagram:The Exhibitionists Pod Museum MumCultural WednesdayOr on our websitesMuseum MumCatherine's Cultural Wednesdays

Welcome to Pattaya Down Under! Each week, Aida and Aaron take you straight into the heart of Pattaya, Thailand’s most outrageous playground. Whether it’s bizarre local news, nightlife antics, expat confessions, or the everyday chaos that makes this city one of a kind, Aaron and Aida are here to laugh about it, roast it, and tell it like it is. Expect banter that’s equal parts sharp, cheeky, and unfiltered – because in Pattaya, the stories pretty much write themselves. From tuk-tuk tales to beachside blowouts, Aaron and Aida bring the comedy, the chaos, and the culture clash right to ...

Aage Krarup Nielsens rejsedagbog fra 1932 giver os et unikt indblik i det nyfødte stalinistiske Sovjetunionens udformning, de ensomme bjerge i Kaukasus og Iran i mellemkrigstiden. Han møder alle mulige forskellige mennesker på sin vej fra Moskva til Persepolis og roder sig indimellem ud, hvor han næsten ikke kan bunde. Bogen tegner et billede af lynindustrialiseringen i Sovjetunionen og de mennesker, der led under den, og af de gamle traditioner og dybe livsglæde, der overlever selv det mest ekstreme regimeskift.