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A couple of quiet weeks sailing the River Severn was the intention. Somehow things got out of hand—a year later, I had reached Romania and was still going. Equipped with his cheerful optimism and a pith helmet, this Australian Odysseus in a dinghy travels from the borders of North Wales to the Black Sea—4,900 kilometres over salt and fresh water, under sail, at the oars, or at the end of a tow-rope—through 12 countries, 282 locks and numerous trials and adventures, including an encounter with Balkan pirates.

No one family has more experience of travelling together than the Whitehalls. Indeed they've been allowing us a window to their escapades for the past five years in the hit Netflix show Travels with My Father, and in this hilarious book, they have now decided to pool their advice for fellow travellers. To lay out the pitfalls of family holidays. The dos and don'ts, the highs and lows. In doing so, they are sharing some of their best anecdotes.

When Jack Hitt set out to walk the 500 miles from France to Santiago de Compostela, Spain, he submitted to the rigorous traditions of Europe's oldest form of packaged tour, a pilgrimage that has been walked by millions in the history of Christendom. Off the Road is an unforgettable exploration of the sites that people believe God once touched.

In April 2008, Jon Faine and his son Jack closed the door on their Melbourne home and, leaving jobs, studies, family and friends, took six months and went overland to London in their trusty 4-wheel-drive. This intelligent and funny recount of the countries they visited, people they met, and trouble they got into, is also the story of a tender father-son relationship.

"Buck ne lisait pas les journaux, sinon il aurait su que cela risquait de barder, pas seulement pour lui, mais pour tous les chiens de la côte, à forte musculature et à longs poils chauds, du détroit de Puget à San Diego. Des hommes, qui cherchaient à l'aveuglette dans les ténèbres arctiques, avaient découvert un métal jaune, et des compagnies de paquebots et de navigation claironnaient la trouvaille : voilà pourquoi des milliers d'êtres humains se ruaient vers les terres du Nord. Or ces hommes voulaient des chiens."

‘After I finished this book I alarmed my family by going into the garden and climbing the apple tree.’ – Damian Whitworth, The Times ‘One of the publishing sensations of the year … For anyone who has ever felt a little overwhelmed in a big city, or wanted to step out of the rat race...

Discover hidden gems and untold stories from around the globe with Jack's Travel podcast. Join epic adventures that go beyond typical tourist trails, revealing cultural insights, local secrets, and transformative travel experiences that inspire wanderlust and broaden perspectives. Your passport to authentic exploration starts here.

Uncle Jack's Outer Banks: The Ultimate Collection, by award-winning OBX humorist Jack Sandberg, features more than 50 of the long-time humor columnist’s laugh-filled essays and letters. Author Ray McAllister has added an introduction on the importance of Sandberg’s more than three decades of writing.

Cuisineist Travels Hosted by Kate Roberts and Jack Martin Featuring Elaine and Scott Harris, full-time journalists and members of the prestigious North American Travel Journalists Association-(NATA.org) For over a decade, they have covered noted resorts, spas, fine dining establishments, wine, spirits, and luxury and adventure travel. Their travels have taken them on assorted journeys in the US, Europe, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Recently, they were selected to cover the prestigious Bocuse d’ Or America’s Selection in New Orleans and were asked to travel to Lyon France for the ...

This paranormal podcast explores the most bizarre and unexplained phenomena from around the globe. Join Jack and Kitty as they uncover eerie stories, strange occurrences, and the weirdest mysteries that will leave you questioning reality. Tune in if you dare! Presented by JackAndKitty.com - listen every Thursday.

In June 1944, the Nazis locked 18-year-old Dave Hersch into a railroad boxcar and shipped him from his hometown of Dej, Hungary, to Mauthausen Concentration Camp, the harshest, cruellest camp in the Reich. After 10 months in the granite mines of Mauthausen's nearby sub-camp, Gusen, he weighed less than 80 lbs., nothing but skin and bones. As Allied forces drew near Dave was forced to join a death march to Gunskirchen Concentration Camp, over 30 miles away. Soon after the start of the march, and more dead than alive, Dave summoned a burst of energy he did not know he had and escaped.

ARIA-winning in 2023 and 2024. Series 1 - Jack Boswell winds his way across the United States by train, documenting his experiences in small-town America and interviewing the people he meets along the way, covering everything from spirituality, adoption and abortion rights to gun control, gambling and addiction. Series 2 - Jack heads to a small town in Mississippi to housesit for three months, painting a picture of a community in the heart of the Bible Belt, interrogating the stereotype and looking at the nuance which is left out.

This is your Pump Jack Diaries: Life in the Modern Permian podcast.Discover the untold stories of life in the bustling Permian Basin with "Pump Jack Diaries: Life in the Modern Permian." This captivating podcast delves into the heart of one of the world's most dynamic oil regions, exploring the unique challenges and opportunities faced by those who call it home. Through insightful interviews and vivid storytelling, listeners gain a firsthand perspective on the impact of modern technology, environmental concerns, and community life amid the oil fields. Whether you're industry-savvy or simply ...

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Dive into the cutting-edge world of artificial intelligence as we decode emerging technologies, explore groundbreaking innovations, and demystify complex AI concepts. Join us for an insider's look at how AI is transforming industries and reshaping our future—one breakthrough at a time.

In my book Off Grid RV Living: How to Live off the Grid Full Time on Your Own Terms, I will teach you everything I know about how to go completely off-grid and be in control of your own destiny. I will teach you about solar power, gardening, farming, setting up land for homesteading, and how to boondock in an RV in a city or in the wild.

For most visitors interested in the outdoors, Acadia National Park on Mount Desert Island is the top destination. It has more than 50 miles of groomed gravel carriage roads, where motorized traffic is banned. Nearly 120 miles of hiking trails traverse seven major barren mountaintops. There is much to see and do here, and plenty of places to explore. The island’s many lakes invite paddlers and swimmers of all skill levels. Pocket cobblestone beaches in hidden coves await discovery by those who wish to avoid the crowds at Sand Beach....

This audiobook tells the story of the brave officers and men of the nuclear attack submarine USS Queenfish who made the first survey of an extremely important and remote region of the Artic Ocean. The unpredictability of deep-draft sea ice, shallow water, and possible Soviet discovery all played a dramatic part in this fascinating 1970 voyage.

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Discover the best travel tips for Bodrum, Turkey. From navigating the stunning beaches to indulging in the vibrant local culture, our guide covers everything you need to know for a seamless and enjoyable experience in this beautiful coastal town.