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It was 1956, and Eric Newby was earning an improbable living in the chaotic family business of London haute couture. Pining for adventure, Newby sent his friend Hugh Carless the now-famous cable - CAN YOU TRAVEL NURISTAN JUNE? - setting in motion a legendary journey from Mayfair to Afghanistan, and the mountains of the Hindu Kush, northeast of Kabul. Inexperienced and ill prepared (their preparations involved nothing more than some tips from a Welsh waitress), the amateurish rogues embarked on a month of adventure and hardship in one of the most beautiful wildernesses on earth. 

'My name is Mike and I am a map addict. There, it's said…' Maps not only show the world, they help it turn. On an average day, we will consult some form of map approximately a dozen times, often without even noticing: checking the A-Z, the road atlas or the Sat Nav, scanning the tube or bus...

After the Italian Armistice of 1943, Eric Newby escaped from the prison camp in which he'd been held for a year. He evaded the German army by hiding in the caves and forests of Fontanellato, in Italy's Po Valley. Against this picturesque backdrop, he was sheltered for three months by an informal network of Italian peasants who fed, supported and nursed him before his eventual recapture. Love and War in the Apennines is Newby's tribute to the selfless and courageous people who were to be his saviours and companions during this troubled time.

On his 44th birthday, Eric Newby sets out on an incredible journey: to travel the 1,200-mile length of India's holy river. In a misguided attempt to keep him out of trouble, Wanda, his lifelong travel companion and wife, is to be his fellow boatwoman. Their plan is to begin in the great plain of Hardwar and finish in the Bay of Bengal, but the journey almost immediately becomes markedly slower and more treacherous than either had imagined - running aground 63 times in the first six days.

Wit and Wisdom presents "Better than Snarge". A memoir of trips gone wrong, poor decisions made along the path and mighty adventures in faraway places. Written and narrated by Michael McCarthy.

The story that is inspiring the world. Read about Nujeen who escaped the hell of war in Aleppo and travelled to Europe in a wheelchair. ‘She is our hero. Everyone must read her story. She will inspire you’ MALALA YOUSAFZAI Nujeen Mustafa has cerebral palsy and cannot walk. This did not stop...

From elite marathoner and Olympic hopeful Becky Wade comes the story of her year-long exploration of diverse global running communities from England to Ethiopia 9 countries, 72 host families, and over 3,500 miles of running investigating unique cultural approaches to the sport and revealing...

Everything you need to know to survive in the greatest place on Earth Have you ever had a goodbye lasting more than four hours? Do you lack the emotional capacity to say “I love you” so you just tell your loved ones to “watch out for deer”? Have you apologized to a stranger because she...

"Venedig", einer der schönsten Reiseberichte der Weltliteratur, entstammt den Aufzeichnungen des einundzwanzigjährigen William Beckford von seiner "Grand Tour", die ihn von England über Belgien, Holland, Deutschland und Österreich im Jahre 1780 nach Italien brachte. Während der zehnmonatigen Reise führte Beckford ein Tagebuch, in das er täglich verknappte, skizzenhafte Eintragungen machte; sie bilden das Rohmaterial, das er ein Jahr später einer radikalen Bearbeitung und Formung unterwarf.

William Pusch, with years of experience, expertly designs and executes various events, ensuring flawless planning and execution, leaving a lasting impression on clients and attendees.

Travelogues, professional adventures, offbeat stories, and other musings by a lifelong lover of science and exploration.

‘Ask William and Friends’ is a series of conversations between Oxford Concierge William Thomson and a selection of colourful characters involved in hospitality and entertainment. Whether basking in the limelight, or working behind the scenes, every one of William’s guests has a fantastic story to tell.

Glamour magazine called Come Back, the first nonfiction collaboration by Claire and Mia Fontaine, the “best mother-daughter memoir,” while the New York Times Book Review praised it as, “a testament to the power of the love.” The Fontaines are back with Have Mother, Will Travel, a...

After more than five decades away, author William Henry Forester returns to the Highlands not in search of closure, but of quiet. Where the Ash Tree Grows is the story of one man’s return to the place that shaped him, and the woman who walked beside him through each stone-walled lane, windswept ferry ride, and silent glen. Together, they retrace the landscapes of memory: from the cragged shores of Skye to the moss-draped bridges of Glen Affric, from quiet cafés in Edinburgh to the shadowed history of Glencoe.

The Where Have You Been? podcast is all about the guest and their travel experiences. For those of us that love travel, we also love to talk about our experiences and hear those of others. No podcast I’ve found has simply been a casual conversation about where we’ve been and where we’re going - and what’s happened in-between. This podcast fills that void. You will hear from people from all walks of life as they discuss their experiences. Maybe they will inspire you to go somewhere new. Maybe they will spur memories from trips you have taken already. Either way, enjoy getting to know my...

Welcome to National Park Mysteries!Steve Stockton is quickly becoming a household name both the True Crime and Paranormal Communities! With record breaking views on both his YouTube Channel and Podcast, it's safe to say that he is the chosen voice of these genres! Join Steve as he delves into the depths of the strange and unexplained as he unravels perplexing disappearances, unsolved mysteries, bizarre true crime stories, and a myriad of other high strangeness phenomenon from our National Parks & Forests. 🎞️ Check out our YouTube channel!🎉 Check out our Patreon for exclusive content!...

Western Edition -- a podcast from Huntington-USC Institute on California and the West and hosted by its director William Deverell, historian of the American West -- seeks to engage Angelenos, Californians, and Westerners as critical thinkers, conscious consumers, and informed community members. The podcast tells the fascinating stories of the people and communities of our region, connecting the past to the present, and demonstrating the tightly woven fabric of history. The forth season, Hidden Pasadena, digs deep into the “Crown City” of the San Gabriel Valley.The third season, ...

The Orlando Local Show helps visitors and locals to experience Orlando like a native so they can get more value for their time and money.

Orlando is the number one family vacation destination in the world. There's more to enjoying a visit to Orlando than just showing up at an attraction and getting on a ride. Every week, join an Orlando Native and a frequent Disney Park vacationer to get their insights on how to plan for your trip and play when you get here. If you want to have a good time in Orlando, this show is for you.

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