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This is your Colosseum podcast.Welcome to "Colosseum," the ultimate podcast destination for history buffs and travel enthusiasts eager to explore one of the world's most iconic monuments. Dive into the fascinating past and present of the Colosseum in our bi-weekly episodes, where we unravel the rich history, mysteries, and architectural marvels of this ancient amphitheater. Our expert hosts bring you the latest news, travel tips, and insider info to make your visit to the Colosseum a memorable experience.Each episode is packed with valuable insights and timely updates, including must-know ...

This is your Eiffel Tower podcast.Welcome to "Eiffel Tower," your ultimate podcast destination dedicated exclusively to the iconic monument that graces the heart of Paris. This bi-weekly podcast is your go-to source for all things related to the magnificent Eiffel Tower, offering you fascinating insights, travel tips, and the latest news to make your visit truly unforgettable. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or planning your very first trip, "Eiffel Tower" helps you discover everything from the history and architecture of this world-famous landmark to the most current updates and travel ...

This is your Taj Mahal podcast.Welcome to "Taj Mahal," your ultimate bi-weekly podcast dedicated to one of the world’s most iconic monuments, the Taj Mahal! Immerse yourself in the history, culture, and contemporary significance of this stunning UNESCO World Heritage site. Each episode of "Taj Mahal" offers listeners an in-depth exploration of this architectural wonder, providing valuable insights and travel tips for those planning to visit.Stay updated with the latest news and information about the Taj Mahal as we bring you expert interviews, fascinating stories, and updates on preservation...

This is your Parthenon podcast.Welcome to "Parthenon," your ultimate bi-weekly podcast dedicated to the iconic monument in Athens, Greece. Dive deep into the history, architecture, and cultural significance of this ancient marvel as we explore the Parthenon from every angle. Whether you're a history buff, an architecture enthusiast, or a curious traveler planning your next adventure to Greece, this podcast offers a treasure trove of information about the Parthenon. Each episode of "Parthenon" delves into fascinating stories and historical insights, uncovering the mysteries and legacy of this ...

The top 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle is filled with amazing people and places. This podcast will introduce you to those people as they share their stories of how they are making their communities better.

This is your Palace of Versailles podcast.Welcome to "Palace of Versailles," your ultimate podcast destination for everything related to the iconic Palace of Versailles. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a traveler planning your next visit, or just captivated by this architectural marvel, our podcast provides comprehensive insights into one of the world's most fascinating monuments. Updated bi-weekly, "Palace of Versailles" offers a rich tapestry of historical anecdotes, cultural insights, and all the latest news about the palace that has captivated visitors for centuries.Each episode takes...

The enchanted island of Corfu was home to Gerald Durrell and his family for five years before the Second World War. For the passionate young zoologist, Corfu was a natural paradise, teeming with strange birds and beasts that he could collect watch and care for. But life was not without its problems - Gerald’s family often objected to his animal-collecting activities, especially when the beasts wound up in the family’s villa or even worse - the fridge.

In Pole to Pole we join Michael Palin on the second of his epic challenges. Travelling from the North Pole to the South Pole, he experiences every extreme the globe has to offer. As he crosses 16 countries by train, truck, raft, Ski-Doo, barge, balloon and bicycle, he meets a diverse range of fascinating characters and landscapes while his own endurance is tested to the limit. With his customary aplomb, he plunges himself into the local cultures, starring in a crayfish documentary in Novgorod, attending a baby-rolling ceremony at a Cypriot wedding, and consulting an Mpulugu witch-doctor.

There are a lot of different ways to learn a language—studying books, taking a class, or even watching foreign movies. But I’m an auditory learner. I have to hear and repeat the language to make it stick. When I was a teenager taking French classes, I would often make my own (cassette) recordings and study for my tests by listening to them. All learning methods are valid! But there is only one you can so anytime and anywhere. And that’s what you’ll experience with this audiobook. I have taken great care to choose vocabulary and sentences that you can actually use!

More than 20 years ago, Frances Mayes - widely published poet, gourmet cook, and travel writer - introduced readers to a wondrous new world when she bought and restored an abandoned Tuscan villa called Bramasole. Under the Tuscan Sun inspired generations to embark on their own journeys.

A transformative 300-mile walk along Japan’s ancient pilgrimage routes and through depopulating villages inspires a heartrending remembrance of a long-lost friend, documented in poignant, imaginative prose and remarkable photography.

With his characteristic color and flair, Capstick recalls the extraordinary careers of men like Colonel J.H. Patterson and Colonel Jim Corbett, who stalked legendary man-eaters through the silent darkness on opposite sides of the world; men like Karamojo Bell, acknowledged as the greatest elephant hunter of all time; men like the valiant Sasha Siemel, who tracked killer jaguars though the Matto Grosso armed only with a spear.

Peter Hathaway Capstick first earned a name as an outdoor writer in the pages of such magazines as Guns & Ammo, Petersen’s Hunting, The American Hunter, and Outdoor Life. In Last Horizons, the first of a two-volume collection of his hunting, fishing, and shooting tales, Capstick shares twenty-four stories of his keen eye and steady hand with rifle, shotgun, bow, and typewriter.

Hardest Geezer, Russ Cook, is the first person to ever run the entire length of Africa. From his starting point in Cape Agulhas, South Africa, through sandstorms in the Sahara Desert, rainforests, mountain ranges and long empty roads stretched out for miles in front of him, Russ ran the equivalent of 386 marathons before finally crossing the finish line in Tunisia 50 weeks later.

The wonder of the night train: headlamps ablaze, passengers boarding after sunset and leaving before sunrise, slipping in and out of compartments unseen. For Monisha Rajesh, the singular thrill of sleeper trains inspired a new journey around the world – one filled with moonlit landscapes, cosy compartments and quirky companions. From Austria’s Nightjet to Scotland’s Caledonian Sleeper and Finland’s Santa Claus Express, Rajesh invites us on a multi-year adventure aboard the world’s most wondrous night trains.

Unlikely friends Sam and Graham begin their journey in the heart of Scotland at Glencoe and travel from there all the way to Inverness and Culloden battlefield, where along the way they experience adventure and a cast of highland characters. In this story of friendship, finding themselves and whisky, they discover the complexity, rich history and culture of their native country.

In the nearly two years since Anthony Bourdain's death, no one else has come close to filling the void he left. His passion for and genuine curiosity about the people and cultures he visited made the world feel smaller and more connected. Despite his affable, confident, and trademark snarky TV persona, the real Tony was intensely private, deeply conflicted about his fame, and an enigma even to those close to him. Tony’s devoted crew knew him best, and no one else had a front-row seat for as long as his director and producer, Tom Vitale.

Living in Australia is the podcast where we dive into the laid-back, multicultural world of daily life in Australia. From beach barbecues and friendly “g’day, mate” greetings to balancing work and play, join us for a snapshot of what it’s really like to live Down Under.

Millions of people climb the grand marble staircase into New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art every year. But only a select few have unrestricted access to every nook and cranny. They're the guards in dark blue suits, keeping careful watch over this vast treasure house. Caught up in the early days of a glamorous journalism career, Patrick Bringley never thought he'd be one of them. Then his brother was diagnosed with fatal cancer and he needed to escape the mundane clamour of daily life. So he quit, and sought solace in the most beautiful place he knew.

What does it take to be one of the world's best high-altitude mountain climbers? A lot of fundraising; traveling in some of the world's most dangerous countries; enduring cold bivouacs, searing lungs, and a cloudy mind when you can least afford one. It means learning the hard lessons the mountains teach. Steve House built his reputation on ascents throughout the Alps, Canada, Alaska, the Karakoram, and the Himalaya that have expanded possibilities of style, speed, and difficulty.