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Full Tilt is the inspiring true story of Dervla Murphy's 1963 journey from Ireland to India on an Armstrong Cadet bicycle, and the trials, landscapes, and cultures she encountered along the way. The route takes her through the valleys and snowy mountain passes of Europe and India to the scorching deserts of Afghanistan and Pakistan, where the metal of her bicycle, Rozinante (named after Don Quixote's steed), becomes too hot to touch.

On January 17, 1913, alone and near starvation, Douglas Mawson, leader of the Australasian Antarctic Expedition, was hauling a sledge to get back to base camp - the dogs were gone. Mawson plunged through a snow bridge, dangling over an abyss by the sledge harness. A line of poetry gave him the will to haul himself back to the surface. On February 8, when he staggered back to base, his features unrecognizable, the first teammate to reach him blurted out, "Which one are you?"

Charles Dickens: The Travel Collection contains all of Charles Dickens' major published travelogues. Journeying through Italy, America, France, and London, we get a glimpse into nineteenth century European and American culture, as well as a deeper insight into Dickens and his life. Also included here are 12 stories from Sketches by Boz which detail London life during Dickens' life, showcasing his uncanny ability to capture the best and worst of life, and giving us an unparalleled insight into mid-century London.

A life worth living is lived at the edges where it is wild. At the beginning of his memoir Life Lived Wild: Adventures at the Edge of the Map, Rick Ridgeway tells us that if you add up all his many expeditions, he’s spent over five years of his life sleeping in tents: “And most of that in...

The Climb is a true, gripping, and thought-provoking account of the worst disaster in the history of Mt. Everest: On May 10, 1996, two commercial expeditions headed by experienced leaders attempted to climb the highest mountain in the world, but things went terribly wrong...

Almost every couple faces a "now what?" moment as their last kid moves out of the house. There's a big empty nest looming over this new and uncertain stage in their lives. David and Veronica James chose to look at this next phase of life as a beginning instead of an ending. Rather than staying put and facing the constant reminders of empty bedrooms and backseats, a plan began to develop to sell the nest and hit the highway.

OPus c'est " la radio de nos villages ".Notre studio est basée sur la commune de Charny Orée de Puisaye (89120 - France).Écoutez en live sur www.opusradio.fr / Appli : Deezer, Radio Garden, Radioline...La pluspart de nos émissions et chroniques sont disponibles dans des Play-List dédiéesPODCASTS sur les plateformes : chercher "OPUS - Les podcasts" :🟠 Soundcloud🟢 Spotify⚫️ Deezer⚪️ Apple podcast🟡 Podcast Addict

In OPR – Ein Brandenburg Podcast aus Ostprignitz-Ruppin – so heißt die neue Podcast-Reihe von Großstadtradio. Reporter Joachim Ackermann ist unterwegs im Landkreis Ostprignitz-Ruppin und fragt nach, wie sich OPR entwickeln und verändern muss, damit Menschen auch 2035 noch gern hier leben und arbeiten. Der Landkreis Ostprignitz-Ruppin hat dafür das „Kreisentwicklungskonzept 2035+“ beschlossen: 35 Projekte für Lebensqualität, bessere Mobilität, starke Wirtschaft, gute medizinische Versorgung und einen verantwortungsvollen Umgang mit Klima und Umwelt. Es geht um Digitalisierung, ...

TranslatorFESTA : la beauté de la communauté est un podcast qui explore les territoires, les voix et les traditions pour raconter ce qui unit les personnes. De l’Italie à la France, entre villages, côtes et îles, chaque épisode propose une immersion au cœur des fêtes populaires, envisagées comme des espaces vivants d’identité, de travail et de mémoire partagée.Pêcheurs, agriculteurs, artisans et bénévoles y racontent des communautés capables de résister, d’innover et de trouver dans la fête une manière authentique de se rassembler.FESTA est un récit collectif dans ...

Translator“FESTA: la bellezza della comunità” è un podcast che attraversa territori, voci e tradizioni per raccontare ciò che tiene unite le persone. Dall’Italia alla Francia, tra borghi, coste e isole, ogni episodio è un viaggio nelle feste popolari come luoghi vivi di identità, lavoro e memoria condivisa.Pescatori, contadini, artigiani e volontari raccontano comunità che resistono, innovano e trovano nella festa un modo autentico di stare insieme.Guidato dalla voce di Emilio Casalini, FESTA è un racconto corale dove la tradizione non è nostalgia, ma una forza capace di generare...

Unterwegs auf anderen Wegen – Geschichten vom Reisen, Fernwandern, Outdoor-Unternehmungen und anderen großen und kleinen Abenteuern. Hier spreche mit anderen Reiselustigen, teile mit euch meine Erfahrungen und Herausforderungen auf Tour, und sammle Geschichten vom Losziehen und Entdecken – von Weitwanderern, Wagemutigen und Menschen die ihren eigenen Weg gehen. Für alle, die das Unterwegssein lieben, egal ob mit dem Rad, Zug, Flugzeug oder zu Fuß. 👉 Folge „Unterwegs auf anderen Wegen“ und begib dich mit mir auf Reisen, lausche Gesprächen mit anderen Abenteurern und wecke dein ...

Think all-inclusive means cheap buffets and crowded pools? Think again! In this show, we’re debunking the myth that all-inclusive travel can't offer true luxury. From gourmet dining and private villas to personalized service and exclusive experiences, I’ll show you how all-inclusive can be the ultimate VIP getaway. Join me as we redefine what luxury really means and explore why this travel style might just be your next indulgence. Get ready to elevate your vacation game! www.pilkingtontravels.com

Chopsticks and chaos in a cross-culture podcast exploring what it means to navigate life in China. Through lived experience, this podcast talks about navigating life in China - the beauty, the confusion, the identity shifts and the personal transformations that come with living between cultures.

Podcast o podróżnikach, ludziach ciekawych świata i drogach, które przebyli.

Behind the Roast is where passion meets process. This podcast takes listeners inside the heart of coffee culture—spotlighting the roasters, baristas, café owners, and creators who turn beans into brands and brews into experiences.Each episode pulls back the curtain on the real stories behind the cup: the wins, the setbacks, the late nights, and the lessons learned along the way. From sourcing and roasting to marketing, community building, and innovation, Behind the Roast delivers unfiltered conversations that educate, inspire, and challenge the status quo.If you care about craftsmanship, ...

Matt and Gina's Adventures traveling, riding roller coasters, trying out food, and much much more

Le Café de la Mouette est un podcast hebdomadaire pensé pour celles et ceux qui rêvent de voyage à la voile, mais qui se posent encore mille questions avant de larguer les amarres. Chaque vendredi à 18h, on se retrouve pour parler concrètement de ce que signifie préparer et vivre un projet de navigation. Ici, on aborde sans tabou les sujets essentiels : comment choisir et préparer son bateau, comprendre les bases de la météo, anticiper son budget, organiser la vie à bord, faire face aux doutes et aux imprévus, et transformer une idée en projet réaliste. Le tout avec des ...

Get the inside scoop on Swinger and Ethical Non Monogamy Lifestyle travel and events! Hosted by veteran lifestyle couple and full time RVers, Cora and Max. They hope to entertain and educate listeners with information based on their personal experiences. Listeners can expect to laugh, be intrigued and maybe even have a few head nods along the way. Have somewhere you think they should visit? Email ideas to nextdoorswing@gmail.com, also follow on Instagram @nextdoorswing and Facebook NextdoorSwing.

Welcome to my 1st episode of EXPAT CHAT and it's with my gorgeous Dubai neighbour & friend, Yas. We have a good natter about making new friends in Dubai , touch on a bit of 'real life' parenting and how moving overseas can impact your relationship! For more EXPAT CHAT please follow me on IG @sarahs_dubai_diary ENJOY !

The Just Go Project is a podcast that inspires you to live elsewhere. Through short, honest conversations with people who have chosen to build their lives in other cities and countries, the show explores what it really takes to move abroad.From visas and practical challenges to work, business, and lifestyle choices, each episode answers simple but essential questions: why here, how did it happen, and what should you know before making the move? Whether you’re curious, planning, or already on the road, The Just Go Project is here to give you the clarity and confidence to just go.