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In May 2006, armed only with a small rucksack and a staff, Tony Kevin, an overweight, sedentary, 63-year-old former diplomat, set off on an eight-week trek across Spain. But this was not just a very long walk — it was a pilgrimage. From Granada, in the southeast, to Santiago de Compostela, in the far northwest, Tony followed the Via Mozarabe and the Via de la Plata, two of the many pilgrim trails that crisscross Spain and Portugal and that all lead to a single destination.

An adventure of the heart in the mold of literature's classic spiritual journeys. It began with a girl. Then it was Italian food. After that it was books and discovering that even Mark Twain had fallen for Italy. E. M. Forster was smitten too: "Love and understand the Italians, for the people are more marvelous than the land." What is it about Italy and Italians?

Germany and Austria are treasure troves of European culture, and among the continent’s most enthralling and memorable destinations for travelers. In this enchanting, 24-lecture tour, you’ll immerse yourself in these two outstanding countries, visiting extraordinary sites from Roman fortresses, majestic cathedrals, and medieval cityscapes with resplendent castles and palaces to modern wonders of industry and futuristic urban planning, as well as some of the world’s most beloved cities, which brim with local traditions, iconic beers and foods, and the unique culture of the German-speaking world.

In 1773, Boswell enticed his famous English friend Samuel Johnson to accompany him on a tour through the highlands and western islands of Scotland. Johnson was then in his mid sixties. The two travellers set out from Edinburgh and skirted the eastern and northeastern coasts of Scotland, passing through St Andrews, Aberdeen and Inverness. They then passed into the highlands and spent several weeks on various islands in the Hebrides, including Skye, Coll, and Mull. After a visit to Boswell's estate at Auchinleck, the travellers returned to Edinburgh.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of "Italian Hours" by Henry James. This audiobook transports you to the picturesque landscapes and vibrant cities of Italy. With James' evocative prose and keen observations, you'll embark on a sensory journey through the art, culture, and history of this captivating country. The narrative offers a rich exploration of the intersection between travel, literature, and personal reflection.

Put Jonathan Raban on a boat and the results will be fascinating, and never more so than when he’s sailing around the serpentine, two-thousand-mile coast of his native England. In this acutely perceived and beautifully written book, the bestselling author of Bad Land turns that voyage—which coincided with the Falklands war of 1982—into an occasion for meditations on his country, his childhood, and the elusive notion of home.

Shaped by many cultures, the Johanniter left the most impressive traces and gave Malta a golden age in the 17th and 18th centuries. The islands in the heart of the Mediterranean look back on 7000 years of history, which was of fateful importance for both the Orient and the Occident.

This insider’s guide to Paris acts as an essential starting point for those looking to create their own magical experience in a glittering city known for all that is exceptional and exquisite. Whether your heart beats in time with the artists of the past, your pen flows with Parisian inspiration, or you’re simply looking for that "je ne sais quoi" the city can offer, there’s something here for every traveler who possesses the spirit of exploration.

Triggered by his increasing wanderlust after finishing his A-levels, Dominik Trottier set off to walk the Way of Saint James in April 2012. In his literary debut, Ultreya on the Camino, the author documents his experiences and numerous encounters that he had along the 800-kilometer pilgrimage track through the north of Spain. Due to a shattered dream of his, he also found himself dealing with many unsettled questions that he hoped to seek out the right answers for.

Driven by curiosity, wanderlust, and health crises, David Downie and his wife set out from Paris to walk across France to the Pyrenees. Starting on the Rue Saint-Jacques then trekking 750 miles south to Roncesvalles, Spain, their eccentric route takes 72 days on Roman roads and pilgrimage paths - a 1,100-year-old network of trails leading to the sanctuary of Saint James the Greater. It is best known as El Camino de Santiago de Compostela - "The Way" for short. The object of any pilgrimage is an inward journey manifested in a long, reflective walk. For Downie, the inward journey met the outer one: a combination of self-discovery and physical regeneration.

The Languedoc is a hidden jewel of Europe; the most discriminating tourists are delighted to discover it. The area has many of the same traits that endear people to neighboring Provence: a warm coastline, outdoor markets, picturesque hillside villages, gourmet dining, and vineyards dotting the landscape. Yet Provence is the one with the reputation that causes tourists to flock there.The Languedoc has a certain immeasurable quality to it. Fond memories cling to you well after you return home.

The Road to San Donato is an adventurous and nostalgic bicycling memoir of an American father and son tracing their Italian heritage. Riding rental bikes and carrying a bare minimum of supplies, Rob Cocuzzo and his 64-year-old father, Stephen, embark on a 425-mile ride from Florence to San Donato Val di Comino, an ancient village in the mountains outside of Rome from which the Cocuzzo family emigrated a hundred years earlier.

Unearth the chilling tales that lurk within the United Kingdom's most haunted locations with Haunted Britain: The Paranormal Tourist's UK Handbook. This captivating guide is perfect for paranormal enthusiasts, history buffs, and adventure seekers who are eager to explore the ghostly realms of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

South Tyrol offers landscapes straight out of a picture book at any time of the year. While the peaks of the Dolomites are still snow-covered, spring is already showing itself in Bolzano with its blossoms. An audio journey about castles, palaces, beautiful nature and a feeling for South Tyrolean traditions and down-to-earthness with Italian flair.

Join us on our audio journey across the island of Rhodes. The itinerary starts from Chora Rhodes, Madraki, Filerimos, Psintos, Agios Nikolaos Fountokli, Epta Piges, Archangelos, Feraklos, Lindos, Asklipion, Siana, Monolithos, Embona, Kritinia, Kamiros Skala, Kamiros. The island owes its power and wealth to its special location since ancient times. Byzantines, Arabs, the Knights of St. John, Ottomans and Italians all influenced the island's turbulent past, leaving behind their culture and inimitable monuments.

Accompany us on an audio journey through Greece, the home of the ancient gods, the birthplace of democracy and great philosophers with its many islands in the deep blue sea. Athens looks back on 3,500 years of history. The lively city in the midst of historical surroundings has numerous ancient treasures and excavations to offer in addition to the Acropolis. Small islands on which time only plays a subordinate role, culture, history and lots of sunshine - a varied audio journey.

The Cote d'Azur stands for a luxurious lifestyle under the southern sun. The romantic journey along the “blue coast” begins in Cannes. Le Suquet, the old town that overlooks the old port, has managed to maintain an atmosphere of sophistication despite the many tourists: Cannes, Cap d'Antibes, Nice, Eze. Just a little further south is the Principality of Monaca.

Paris is a myth and the starting point for a journey through a country with dramatic history and exceptional charm. Paris, (Brittany) Rennes, Vitre, (Normandy) Mont-Saint-Michel, Provence, Aix-en-Provence, Fontain de Vaucluse, Marseille, Cote d'Azur, Cannes, Nice, Eze. Countless buildings are unique in Paris, the Louvre, Notre Dame, Sacre Coeur and the Eiffel Tower want to be discovered. In Brittany, the "Wild West" of the country, visit the medieval town of Vitre and Mont-Saint-Michel, the "Wonder of the West". Pirate ships used to anchor in what is now the marina of Saint Malo.

An interesting audio journey that shows you the many facets of Italy from the snow-capped peaks of the Dolomites in the north to Sicily, the island of the gods. Discover the hilly landscape of Tuscany, the most beautiful places in Venice and Rome or ancient sites such as Pompeii. There is still snow at 2239 m on the Pordoi Pass, over which the scenic route leads to Bozen and Meran. After the romantic lagoon city of Venice, the rolling hills of Tuscany await you with cypresses, vineyards and the sights of Florence, Lucca and Pisa.

Join us on an inspiring listening journey through Spain. Phoenicians, Romans and Moors, diverse epochs and their royal families have left their mark. The Gran Via boulevard transformed Madrid into a real metropolis - Europe's most distinguished.