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They shouldn't have tear gassed best-selling (bald) author Adam Fletcher. It ruined his supposedly normal holiday in Istanbul, made him curious, and began a quest to visit places everyone else is trying to escape from, and tourists don't normally go to. In this hilarious travel memoir, he'll enter a blizzard in China armed with only biscuits; pose as a scientist to sneak into Chernobyl; be chased by Croatian police boats en route to Liberland (the world's newest country); become a reluctant diving board star in a North Korean water park, and much more.

A second idyllic helping of rural life in France from the bestselling author of the classic A YEAR IN PROVENCE. Skulking through customs with a suitcase full of truffles, toads singing the Marseillaise, taking pastis lessons and finding gold at the bottom of the garden, you might think there is...

Brought to you by Penguin. 'Remarkable. If only every endangered species had a guardian angel as impassioned, courageous and pragmatic as Jonathan Slaght' Isabella Tree, author of Wilding 'Gripping' Dave Goulson, author of A Sting in the Tale Primorye, a remote forested region near to where...

As a child, Chris Thorogood dreamed of seeing Rafflesia - the plant with the world's largest flowers. Today he is a botanist at the University of Oxford's Botanic Garden and has dedicated his life to studying the biology of such extraordinary plants, working alongside botanists and foresters in Southeast Asia to document these huge, mysterious blooms. Pathless Forest is the story of his journey to study and protect this remarkable plant - a biological enigma, still little understood, which invades vines as a leafless parasite and steals its food from them.

Join the Merriweather Girls again for another exciting adventure! This time, the girls journey by train to Kit's home state, Arizona, where they try to find treasure! - Summary by ShrimpPhish

Everest and the Rest of Us: Four Journeys in Search of Adventure delivers an exciting, three-part tale of cross-country cycling, coastal rowing, and trekking on the Camino de Santiago, by turns suspenseful and comic, painful and triumphant. The fourth journey? Examining why we pursue adventure—pushing our limits, the thrill of taking risks and facing danger, renewal that comes from stepping outside our daily routines, personal empowerment from a challenge met—and exploring the gendered and racialized history of adventure.

Come along for a ride with Always Eat The Weird Stuff, heavily inked flash fiction about finding yourself, even stuck in transit. From underground raves to solo travels and the eclectic streets and alleys of Melbourne, these tight prose chapters explore themes of risk taking, truth-seeking, love, and the quest for belonging.

Join hosts Rachel & Kristin on Supernatural Side Quest, where the eerie meets the extraordinary! Each episode, they dive into a captivating realm of the supernatural, exploring paranormal phenomena, mysterious cryptids, local urban legends, and all things creepy. Whether you're a skeptic or a true believer, tune in for spooky stories, intriguing discussions, and a dash of humor as they navigate the unknown together. Prepare for a thrilling adventure into the shadows-your next side quest awaits!

The Quest Express: Travel, Culture & Untold Stories is your ticket to extraordinary journeys, hidden histories, and the world’s most fascinating people. This global travel podcast goes beyond the typical tourist path, bringing you unfiltered conversations with explorers, historians, entrepreneurs, artists, and cultural icons who have lived the stories most people never hear.From the lost traditions of ancient civilizations to the boldest innovators shaping the future, we uncover the secrets, struggles, and successes behind each travel and personal journey. Whether it's an archaeologist ...

When dark, sinister clouds loom, Victoria and Joe find themselves facing life-changing decisions. Happily, silver linings also abound in this, the fifth Old Fools chronicle. A fresh new face joins the cast of familiar characters but the return of a bad penny may be more than some can handle. What does the future hold for the Spanish village of El Hoyo and the two old fools?

A former New Yorker editor chronicles her journey to heal old wounds and find comfort in the face of loss through travel, friends and family, and home-cooked meals in this memoir “full of warm, bracing honesty…humor and paradox…and sprinkled liberally with the type of recipes that will...

Only the combination of cultural curiosity, passion, fearlessness and a set of Jewish parents breathing fire down her neck could lead a sane human being to buy a one-way ticket to Nairobi and face probable death in an effort to become the world’s first female Maasai warrior.

A quarter-Canadian from Cleveland explores his roots--and melts your face with joy. There's an idea most Americans tend to learn as children. The idea that their country is the "best." But this never stuck with Dave Hill, even though he was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. His grandfather...

After serving as a US Marine during World War II and attending college on the GI Bill, Sam Keith decided to seek adventure in Alaska as a laborer on the Adak Navy base. There he befriended Dick Proenneke, whose shared love of the outdoors, hard work, and self-reliance quickly bonded an alliance between the two. Together they explored the wilds of South Central Alaska, while working on the Navy base, hunting and fishing with friends and breathing in the great outdoors. 

Discover the archaeological ruins at Chichen Itza and learn about the Maya quest to uncover the purpose of life.

Welcome to "The Disney Quest," a captivating podcast dedicated to helping you unlock the secrets and master the art of planning your dream Disney vacation. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned Disney enthusiast, our expert hosts are here to share invaluable tips, tricks, and insider knowledge that will make your Disney experience truly unforgettable.Join our passionate team of Disney aficionados as they delve into a treasure trove of topics, including park itineraries, dining recommendations, Genie Plus and Lightning Lane strategies, character meet-and-greets, accommodation ...

Kareem's Quest is an adventure series, which primarily focuses on Jamaican places, culture and people. For more stories visit: KareemsQuest.com

Welcome to Hungry Heart Quests, a transformative podcast diving into the healing power of nature and wellness. In a fast-paced world, we reconnect you with the profound impact of nature on health. Join us for insightful discussions, captivating stories, and expert insights. Uncover a balanced, rejuvenating life through our journey. Hungry Heart Quests is your invitation to rediscover yourself and embrace nature’s healing. Let the journey begin.

At 73 years old, Simon Gandolfi sets off from Veracruz on the Gulf of Mexico to embark on a five and a half month journey culminating at 'the end of the world', Ushuaia in Tierra del Fuego. For Simon this is a journey of discovery. Leaving behind the safety and sanctuary of friends and family, he is truly alone but along the way he meets and talks with rich and poor, old and young, officials and professionals, agricultural and industrial workers.

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