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‘An exquisitely-written, generous, funny, thoughtful book about the everyday joys of being alive. I love it.’ Dolly Alderton ‘J. B. Priestley is one of our literary icons of the 20th Century and it is time that we all became re-acquainted with his genius.’ Dame Judi Dench ‘My apology...

Learn Romanian with Fexingo — the easy way to learn Romanian through warm stories, natural conversations, and slow news. A friendly Romanian-learning podcast hosted by Lucas and Luna. Every episode is a short, digestible lesson built around real-world Romanian you can use right away — perfect for absolute beginners who want to start speaking Romanian with confidence. Expect: beginner Romanian lessons, slow Romanian stories, everyday Romanian conversations, slow news in Romanian, travel phrases, and tons of repetition so it sticks. New episodes added regularly. Follow Fexingo to keep ...

Canoeing the Congo narrates the journey of Phil Harwood, who undertook an epic five-month solo attempt to canoe the Congo River in war-torn Central Africa. It was a historic 'first descent' from the true source in the highlands of Zambia. Just short of 3,000 miles long, the Congo River is the eighth longest in the world and the deepest river in the world, with a flow rate second only to the Amazon. Along the way, Phil encountered numerous waterfalls, huge rapids, man-eating crocodiles, hippos, aggressive snakes...

THIS GRIPPING AND TRIUMPHANT MEMOIR FOLLOWS A LIVING LEGEND OF EXTREME MOUNTAINEERING AS HE MAKES HIS ASSAULT ON HISTORY, ONE 8,000-METER SUMMIT AT A TIME. For eighteen years Ed Viesturs pursued climbing’s holy grail: to stand atop the world’s fourteen 8,000-meter peaks, without the aid of...

Brought to you by Penguin. From the author of the Number one bestselling Abroad in Japan, Journey Across Japan takes us through the 47 unique prefectures of the Land of the Rising Sun Japan is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, with millions flocking there every month to...

There are times when sitting on the couch in front of the TV seems infinitely preferable to rolling the motorbike out of the garage for a ride or putting the boots on to go for a hike, yet it’s rare that one regrets the effort. In this collection of motorcycling road trips, garage misadventures, bike reviews, and reminiscences, I try to convey my joy of riding, even when things don’t always work out perfectly. Life is short. The time is now. Do it while you still can.

THE INSTANT #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER From award-winning writer Nigel Slater, comes a new and exquisitely written collection of notes, memoir, stories and small moments of joy. 'Nigel Slater’s prose is the rarest delicacy of all: exquisite yet effortless, filled with heart, tenderness...

This is the story of Shane and Timothy Spall and their Dutch barge, The Princess Matilda. After a summer on the Thames they head out to sea with only a road atlas and a vast amount of ignorance - and it is absolutely terrifying! A decade before, Tim had been diagnosed with acute leukaemia and was given only days to live. Shocked at how life can pass you by, they decided that if and when Tim got better, they would buy a boat. The Spalls' adventures have already been the subject of two BBC4 series.

A comprehensive, long-form history podcast about Cambodia, the Khmer Rouge and the Pol Pot Regime.

Simon Nye's TV series, The Durrells, is based loosely on Gerald Durrell's Corfu Trilogy and in particular his much-loved best seller, My Family and Other Animals. These books in turn are based somewhat loosely on actual events. The real-life Durrells went to Corfu at the urging of Lawrence Durrell, who was already living on the island with his wife, Nancy Myers. Their intent was to keep the family together as his mother, Louisa, was drinking heavily and recovering from a breakdown.

Three years after the epic adventure described in Around the World in 80 Days, Michael Palin was off again. Not circumnavigating the globe, but journeying from one end to the other: the North Pole to the South Pole. Following the 30 degree east line of longitude and using aircraft only as a last resort, Palin and his team endured extremes of heat and cold as they crossed 17 countries on trains, trucks, ships, rafts, ski-doos, buses, barges, bicycles, and balloons.

Women-centered sailing conversations, learning and seamanship exploring confidence, culture and life at sea. shehelms.substack.com

1 fois par mois sur Radio Sorbonne Université : accompagnez l'équipe de Péristyle à la découverte de Paris et devenez à votre tour de véritables vagabonds.Pour chaque épisode, un arrondissement est exploré de A à Z.Son histoire, ses bonnes adresses, sa cuisine ... Rien de tout cela ne sera plus un secret pour vous !Alors, préparez votre baluchon et laissez vous guidez...Avec Marine, Basile, Lise, Mila, Gabin, Camille et Simon. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

从檀香山的海风、晨光与 Waikīkī 的浪开始，两个人把夏威夷的第一站走成了轻松又鲜活的旅行日记。后来他们飞向大岛，在寒冷的高山夜色里追星、穿过云海，又在火山喷发的炽热光芒前停下脚步。这是一段关于旅行、陪伴与心动的九天八夜，也是一次从海边走到星空与火山之间的浪漫冒险。 Powered by Firstory Hosting

We explore the world — and its stories — like locals, even if it’s just for a little while. Hosted by Jared and Megan, Temporary Locals is built on real experiences from the places we've actually explored. We believe the best travel stories happen when you slow down, wander beyond the tourist checklist, and connect with the culture, history, and everyday life of a destination. Sometimes we invite fellow travelers to introduce us to places that are still on our bucket list. So, whether you're planning your next adventure or simply love a great story, we're glad you're here.

Let's Talk Travel is a warm, welcoming podcast made for travelers stepping into their bucket list years — empty nesters, the newly retired, or anyone ready to say yes to that trip they've always dreamed about. Hosted by April Watson, Virtuoso-affiliated advisor and top producer in Ultra Lux, adventure, cruise and expedition travel, the show moves between candid conversations on where to go and how to get there well, immersive perspectives on extraordinary destinations from safari to the Arctic, and rare, unfiltered insight into the world of the travel advisor. This is travel as it should ...

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Entdecke neue Reiseziele. Mit dem rz media Travel Podcast entsteht ein neues Audioformat für alle, die Fernweh im Kopf und Reisepläne im Ohr haben. Unter dem Leitgedanken „Die Welt zum Hören“ nimmt Host Robin Lindner die Hörerinnen und Hörer mit auf eine inspirierende Reise zu spannenden Destinationen rund um den Globus. In jeder Folge steht ein ausgewähltes Reiseziel im Mittelpunkt. Gemeinsam mit erfahrenen Reiseexpertinnen werden persönliche Eindrücke, konkrete Empfehlungen und praktische Tipps miteinander verbunden. Dabei geht es nicht nur um die Frage, was man vor Ort erleben ...

George Bellew, an American millionaire is in London, where he is jilted by his ladylove. He sets off to travel on an aimless adventure through the countryside. By chance, he meets a small boy who is named Georgy Porgy and who is off to seek his fortune so he can help his Auntie Anthea with whom he lives on her farm. She is plagued by money troubles. Bellew decides to help, first by taking Porgy home and then by telling Porgy a tale of a prince slaying dragons for the fair princess and a legend of the Money Moon. On the night of the Money Moon the moon will be the colour of a gold sovereign ...

A podcast of Venetian Stories — episodes from the History of Venice from the time of Augustus until today. It is not a chronological narrative, but a series of freestanding episodes from the two millennia of Venetian history. However, for newcomers, the first few episodes are a quick-paced chronological narrative of the most important events. Start there, even if you arrive later. Podcast sponsored by History Walks Venice.