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Adam Fletcher's life hates him.... That's how it feels since he lost his girlfriend of nine years, his confidence, hair, and home. But then he receives an email from a mysterious stranger offering him a free holiday of a lifetime. It's too good to be true. But then what does he have to lose? So he says yes. And then things gets strange....

The magnificent Danube both cuts across and connects Central Europe, flowing through and alongside 10 countries: Romania, Ukraine, Moldova, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, and Germany. Travelling its full length from east to west, against the river's flow, Nick Thorpe embarks on an inspiring yearlong journey that leads to a new perspective on Europe today. Thorpe's account is personal, conversational, funny, immediate, and uniquely observant - everything one expects in the best travel writing.

Noo Saro-Wiwa goes in search of China's 'Black Ghosts', African economic migrants in the People's Republic, who live in separate communities and are vigorously involved in the trade between the continents. Her fascinating encounters include a Ghanaian cardiac surgeon, a drug dealer, a visa overstayer, a Nigerian popstar who sings in Chinese and men married to Chinese women who speak English with Nigerian accents.

Launched in 2020, Flourish in the Foreign is an award-winning oral history podcast at the intersection of migration, Blackness, womanhood, wellness, and liberation. Each episode documents the lives of Black women who have chosen to leave their home countries and build lives of intention, depth, and self-determination abroad.Host Christine Job, J.D., is a cultural theorist and embedded oral historian living the story she documents. Over 150 episodes, she has built one of the most substantive qualitative archives on Black women's voluntary migration. These conversations span Colombia, Portugal, ...

Prize-winning author Michael J. Totten returns with a masterpiece of travel writing and history in this journey through 13 nations - all but two formerly communist - just beyond the edge of the West where few casual travelers venture. His work as an independent foreign correspondent takes him deep into the field beyond the sensational headlines, from his hilariously miserable road trip with his best friend to Iraq to the Wild West of Albania, the most bizarre country in Europe; from the killing fields in Bosnia and Kosovo to a Romania haunted by the ghosts of its communist past.

To this end, he hatches an ambitious plan to take the old man on a three-month long circumnavigation of the Caribbean Sea. This will be no luxury cruise though; a modest budget demands catching long-distance buses, sleeping in hostels, and eating street food—not exactly your average holiday for a 72-year-old. Fortunately, Peter is game for anything.

In her honest and heart-warming memoir, writer and adventurer Niamh McAnally shares the story of her liberating journey from being unemployed, homeless, and divorced in her fifties, to embarking on a global quest to find purpose through volunteering and ultimately finding a profound love that changed her life. From volunteering for marine conservation projects on remote islands in Belize, Vanuatu, and Tonga, to exploring exotic destinations like Bora Bora, Palau, Fiji, and St Barths, Niamh takes listeners on a captivating journey where each destination unveils a layer of her self-discovery.

Welcome to Unlock Black Journeys, the podcast archiving the Black experience across all 50 U.S. states, one conversation at a time. Through real stories, people, and places, we explore Black identity, community, culture, and impact. Each episode is grounded in a U.S. city, explored through a theme, and expanded through reflections and curated Black travel insights. This is a legacy project rooted in one belief: every destination is a Black destination, with stories waiting to be explored, honored, and unlocked.

Brought to you by Penguin. A beautifully atmospheric memoir and travelogue from poet Amryl Johnson depicting her journey from the UK to Trinidad in the 1980s 'Memories demanded that I complete this book. If what I experienced was, in fact, a haunting, I believe I have now laid these ghosts to...

Tres amigas, mujeres en sus cincuenta, se proponen recorrer «el sendero de larga distancia más hermoso del mundo»: el sendero John Muir. Desde el principio, su aventura se complica por accidentes autoinfligidos y un clima feroz, para luego enriquecerse cuando «adoptan» a una joven excursionista abandonada por su grupo en el camino.

This podcast explores what it’s really like to step out of everyday life and reside somewhere else, whether for a few weeks, a season, or a carefully chosen stint. From where to stay and what to eat to daily rhythms, culture, and hidden secrets, each series blends first-hand experience with insider insight, practical tips, and the realities that guidebooks often skip. Created by the Editors of Bespoke Black Book and featuring voices from their contributors, Mini Seasons is for curious travellers who want to explore like a local, uncover unexpected gems, and experience a place in a unique way...

This is Black Hills Insider — a podcast built for the folks who love the Northern Black Hills and the ones dreaming about calling it home. Join host Falina Selchert as she chats with business owners, city leaders, and neighbors about what’s happening across our communities. From new developments and housing updates to local events, growth, and the stories that make our towns feel like family. We cover it all with honesty, heart, and a whole lot of local pride. Pull up a chair and stay awhile, new episodes drop soon....

Celebrating the rich and diverse narratives within the Black experience, one voice at a time.

Hey everyone, RJ Mood here! I traded the American Rat Race for Colombia in 2023 and this vlog documents my journey. Wondering why I went abroad and what it's like as a Black expat? I'll share my story, the Afro-Colombian culture, and tips to help you prepare for your next visit or move to Colombia! Subscribe and comment below! What do you want to know? #BlackExpatLife #Colombia #TravelVlog #Medellin #Cartagena #DigitalNomad What we offer: Relocation tours to Colombia Free Resources on what you need to Move to Colombia Free Move-To-Colombia e-book: MOOD Travel Experts: Real Estate, Immi

Have you ever dreamed of quitting your job, traveling the world, and falling in love in a foreign land? Narrated by the author, Black Gypsy is the true story of Shawna Sharee, a 30-something inner-city black girl that did just that...After quitting her entire life following an ultimate betrayal, she makes her way traveling across three continents and six countries spanning seven months. This sometimes funny, sometimes spiritual, sometimes gritty, but always inspiring memoir is an urban fairytale and worldwide adventure filled with real life characters around every corner.

A few years back I started vlogging my trips to Vegas. Due to recent circumstances travel has been limited but my love of travelling and Las Vegas is just as strong so I decided to start a blog. This podcast is a continuation of this and I hope to share more insights into my love of travelling, Vegas and much more.

Black Space is an interactive and comprehensive live social media talk show that discusses the black experience in all areas of people activity. Please shop with our partners for the best prices on all your favorite products. Use this link https://amzn.to/3ErY2Dp

Chatting with expats and repats that have decided to make Jamaica home! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/berjamaica/support

Black Will Travel is a travel company for individuals Seeing the World in Color. This podcast is an extension of BlackWillTravel.com where we discuss various destinations, travel tips, history and experiences. Become a "Black Will Travel Explorer" Join the Adventure: https://blackwilltravel.com Help Us Grow By Following: https://instagram.com/blackwilltravel https://facebook.com/blackwilltravel Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackwilltravel/support

Black Women Travel Podcast shares the stories of Black women who dare to make travel a priority. Yes, in this economy. This community of bold women from all over the world have varied travel stories including short-term travelers based in a country, to long-term travelers living as digital nomads or working abroad. Listen in to hear how they’re able to use travel as a means to connect with themselves and others. Celebrate good times! You now have the opportunity to become an Official Nomad Crew Member through Patreon. Tap the link and join us today Patreon.com/blackwomentravel