Ergebnis für "Dark" in Reisen & Tourismus

In early May 2006, a young British climber named David Sharp lay dying near the top of Mount Everest while forty other climbers walked past him on their way to the summit. A week later, Lincoln Hall, a seasoned Australian climber, was left for dead near the same spot. Hall's death was reported around the world, but the next day he was found alive after spending the night on the upper mountain with no food and no shelter.

Critically acclaimed as a master of adventure writing for Death in the Long Grass and Death in the Silent Places, former professional hunter Peter Hathaway Capstick takes us back to Africa to encounter the world’s most dangerous big-game animals. After consulting African game experts and recalling his own experiences and those of his colleagues, Capstick has written chilling, authoritative accounts of hunting the five most dangerous killers on the African continent—lion, leopard, elephant, Cape buffalo and rhinoceros.

There is the Cornwall Lamorna Ash knew as a child – the idyllic, folklore-rich place where she spent her summer holidays. Then there is the Cornwall she discovers when, feeling increasingly dislocated in London, she moves to Newlyn, a fishing town near Land’s End. This Cornwall is messier and harder; it doesn’t seem like a place that would welcome strangers. Before long, however, Lamorna finds herself on a week-long trawler trip with a crew of local fishermen, afforded a rare glimpse into their world, their warmth and their humour.

Hosted by two friends who share a passion for public lands and a fascination with what can go wrong there, each week hosts Danielle and Cassie explore the darker side of our National Parks. But it isn’t always chills and thrills. By sharing inspiring tales and their desire for protecting our planet’s wild places, they hope listeners will be inspired to take a walk into the wild and create meaningful adventures of their own.

At once an incredible adventure narrative and a penetrating biographical portrait, The River of Doubt is the true story of Theodore Roosevelt’s harrowing exploration of one of the most dangerous rivers on earth. The River of Doubt—it is a black, uncharted tributary of the Amazon that snakes...

Ever since he can remember, Dom Joly has been fascinated by travel to odd places. In part this stems from a childhood spent in war-torn Lebanon, where instead of swapping marbles in the schoolyard, he had a shrapnel collection - the schoolboy currency of Beirut. Dom's upbringing was interspersed with terrifying days and nights spent hunkered in the family basement under Syrian rocket attack or coming across a pile of severed heads from a sectarian execution in the pine forests near his home.

In this book Tiya Miles explores the popular yet troubling phenomenon of "ghost tours," frequently promoted and experienced at plantations, urban manor homes, and cemeteries throughout the South. As a staple of the tours, guides entertain paying customers by routinely relying on stories of enslaved black specters. But who are these ghosts? Examining popular sites and stories from these tours, Miles shows that haunted tales routinely appropriate and skew African American history to produce representations of slavery for commercial gain.

Before Alaska became a mining bonanza, it was a scenic bonanza, a place larger in the American imagination than in its actual borders. Prior to the great Klondike Gold Rush of 1897, thousands of scenic adventurers journeyed along the Inside Passage, the nearly 1,000-mile sea lane that snakes up the Pacific Coast from Puget Sound to Icy Strait. In Darkest Alaska explores the popular images conjured by these travelers' tales, as well as their influence on the broader society.

Wilderness guide and lifelong Alaskan Bjorn Dihle weaves personal experience with historical and contemporary accounts to explore the world of brown bears - from encounters with the Lewis and Clark Expedition to frightening attacks including the famed death of Timothy Treadwell, the controversies related to bear hunting, the animal's place in native cultures, and the impacts on the species from habitat degradation and climate change.

The Dark Side of Disney reveals all of the tips, tricks, scams, and stories that THEY don't want you to know about! Unabashedly unafraid of offending the family-oriented audiences catered to by other Disney travel guides, author Leonard Kinsey gives intrepid travelers access to the seamy, raunchy, and often hilarious underbelly of Walt Disney World. From cautionary tales of scoring illegal tickets, to thrilling accounts of exploring off-limits areas, to chronicles of drug-induced debauchery, this completely unauthorized guidebook will change the way you think about vacationing at "The Happiest Place on Earth".

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Las Vegas is a city of contrasts—bright lights and deep shadows. In Dark Detours, Valerie dives into the hidden side of Sin City, uncovering unsolved mysteries, forgotten crimes, and the lives shaped by its dark edges. But this isn’t just about the city; it’s about coming to terms with what it gives, what it takes, and how it shapes those who call it home—including Valerie herself. Through evocative storytelling and personal reflections, explore how Las Vegas’s bright lights mask its deepest secrets.

Into the Dark of the Woods is an anthology horror series set across the forgotten corners of Northern Michigan - a place where the land remembers what the people forget. Each story stands alone, told weekly in five episode beats, with rich, cinematic narration. We explore folklore, grief, and the strange roots beneath the Rust Belt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Beyond the Darkness: Transformative Journeys Through Dark Tourism, Dr. Chad Scott, multi-category #1 Amazon bestselling author, takes listeners on a deeply personal and thought-provoking exploration of some of history’s most profound and challenging sites. From the solemn corridors of Auschwitz to the shadowy depths of the Paris Catacombs and the reflective spaces of Ground Zero, Dr. Scott doesn’t just explore the physical remnants of tragedy—he uncovers their emotional and transformative potential.

Since as early as the 1700s, New Orleans has been a city filled with sin and vice. Those first pioneering citizens of the Big Easy were thieves, vagabonds, and criminals of all kinds. By the time Louisiana fell under American control, New Orleans had become a city of debauchery and corruption camouflaged by decadence. Tales in this volume include that of the notorious axman who plagued the streets of the Crescent City in the early 1900s and Kate Townsend, a prostitute who was murdered by her own lover, a man who later was awarded her inheritance.

Dark City uncovers the real, gritty, and often hidden stories behind the places you think you know. From true crime and dark history to paranormal encounters and urban legends, every episode is a tour of the secrets, scandals, and mysteries hiding in the shadows. Season 2: Phoenix is now streaming, with occasional detours to places with stories too good to wait. Hit follow or subscribe and you will never miss an episode! Follow for episode photos and more at:📷 Instagram: instagram.com/darkcity.podcast 🪡 Threads: threads.com/@darkcity.podcast 👤 Facebook: facebook.com/...

A beautiful Southern city distinguished by its homes, towering church steeples, and hospitality, Charleston, South Carolina, has long been associated with the genteel side of Southern living. However, beyond the outward appearances that most people associate with Charleston, there is another side that most visitors and residents would dare not believe is part of the very fabric from which the city's history was woven. Jones leads the listener back to a time when "drinking, eating, and whoring with more than fifty wenches" was perhaps more common in the Holy City than one may imagine.

This is your Derricks After Dark: Permian Basin's Hidden History podcast.Derricks After Dark: Permian Basin's Hidden History delves into the captivating stories and unknown tales of the Permian Basin's oil-rich landscape. Each episode uncovers the fascinating legacy of this renowned region, exploring its unique impact on the energy industry and local culture. Perfect for history enthusiasts and energy aficionados alike, tune in to discover the secrets and surprising narratives that have shaped this pivotal area.For more info go to https://www.quietplease.aiCheck out these deals https://amzn.to...

In this gripping episode of The Musafir Podcast, we take you on an unforgettable journey with Rajiv Chawla as he opens up about his love for off-roading, hidden secrets from his life, and memories that seem to stem from a past life. He reveals an eerie encounter in the heart of the mountains with Shikari Devi – a figure shrouded in mystery. Who was she, really? In this gripping episode of The Musafir Podcast, we take you on an unforgettable journey with Rajiv Chawla as he opens up about his love for off-roading, hidden secrets from his life, and memories that seem to stem from a past life.

Welcome to the most magical podcast on Earth! Join your hosts, Mikhail and Lindsay, as we bring you the latest Disney Parks news, reviews, and insider tips. Whether you're a life long Disney fan or just starting to discover your magic journey, we've got something for you!