The Long Way Home: Other Stories - True Tales Of Traveller Collections

Do you crave adventure? Do you yearn to explore the unknown? If you are a true travel enthusiast, then "The Long Way Home: Other Stories" is the perfect collection for you. This captivating compilation of true tales from travelers around the world will take you on a journey unlike any other.

Uncover the Beauty of the Unknown

Every traveler knows that the beauty lies not only in the popular tourist destinations but also in the hidden gems and untrodden paths. "The Long Way Home: Other Stories" is the ultimate source of inspiration for those who love to wander off the beaten track.

Through the powerful narratives presented in this collection, you will embark on thrilling expeditions through lush rainforests, traverse the treacherous terrains of rugged mountains, and immerse yourself in vibrant and diverse cultures. Each tale unfolds the unique experiences, challenges, and triumphs of these intrepid explorers.

True Tales of a Traveller Volume One: The Long Way Home & Other Stories (True Tales of a Traveller Collections Book 1)

by Alix Lee(Kindle Edition)

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
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True Tales by Passionate Travelers

What makes "The Long Way Home: Other Stories" truly remarkable is the authenticity of the tales. These stories are not fictional accounts but are the real-life experiences of passionate and seasoned travelers who have dared to step out of their comfort zones in search of adventure.

From solo travelers to wandering couples and adventurous families, this collection includes a wide range of perspectives and travel styles. You will hear from nomads who have roamed the deserts, backpackers who have hitchhiked across continents, and explorers who have sailed the uncharted waters. Regardless of your preferred travel style, you will surely find relatable and inspiring stories in this anthology.

An Emotional Rollercoaster

Prepare to experience a rollercoaster of emotions as you delve into "The Long Way Home: Other Stories." These tales evoke feelings of excitement, fear, joy, and awe, transporting readers into different corners of the globe.

You will find yourself on the edge of your seat as you read about a traveler's narrow escape from a dangerous situation, and your heart will swell with warmth as you witness the kindness and hospitality of strangers in unfamiliar lands. These stories prove that travel is not just about sightseeing, but about the connections we make and the lessons we learn along the way.

Embark on Your Own Journey

If you are contemplating embarking on your own travel escapades, "The Long Way Home: Other Stories" will fuel your wanderlust, providing useful tips, advice, and encouragement. These tales will instill a sense of confidence and inspire you to take that first step towards your own adventure.

Remember, the world is vast, and there are countless stories waiting to be discovered. Whether you wish to trek through the snow-capped mountains, dive into the depths of the ocean, or wander the ancient streets of exotic cities, "The Long Way Home: Other Stories" will ignite your spirit of exploration.

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Don't miss out on this extraordinary collection of true traveller tales. "The Long Way Home: Other Stories" is an immersive, captivating, and thought-provoking anthology that will leave you yearning for more.

Order your copy now and embark on a literary adventure filled with unforgettable journeys and life-changing encounters. Get ready to be transported to distant lands from the comfort of your own home.

True Tales of a Traveller Volume One: The Long Way Home & Other Stories (True Tales of a Traveller Collections Book 1)

by Alix Lee(Kindle Edition)

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1059 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	220 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE

The True Tales of a Traveller series of short stories and novellas consists of several dozen real-life travellers' tales covering three and a half decades. Although presented in a short story format for reading convenience, these stories are not fiction. Apart from some of the characters’ names, which have been changed to protect their identities, everything in these stories is true.

The first of this series of stories, Goodbye Sinai, is set in 1982, at the time of Israel’s return of the Sinai peninsula to Egypt, during my time working as a volunteer on a kibbutz in the nearby Negev desert. This is the story of a hitchhiking trip to the southern tip of the Sinai. As well as being a lesson to be mentally prepared for possible hardships when hitchhiking, and to keep an open mind and disregard stereotypes when dealing with the people you meet, it also provides a glimpse into life in the region as the Israelis were pulling out.

The second of this series of stories, Working Holiday, is set in a hotel just outside Athens, Greece, in 1982, where I worked with two friends from the Israeli kibbutz. A seemingly perfect working holiday turns into a very difficult situation as it becomes apparent that the hotel manager does not pay his employees. A showdown with the manager over pay results in him pulling a gun on us. The hotel was still in operation at the time of this book's publication.

The third of this series of stories, The Long Way Home, is set in not one but half-a-dozen European countries, in 1982 and 1983. At over 17,000 words, this story is a short novella. In addition to being a travel story, The Long Way Home is also a love story, and a story about the unexpected twists and turns that can occur in personal relationships.

On an arduous overland trip from Athens to London, a young couple both discover unattractive aspects of their partner's personality that previously escaped their notice. And yet the worst of the damage to their relationship seems to occur after the two travellers have both arrived back in the UK

The fourth story in the series, Alternative Medicine, is set mostly in Greece and Egypt in 1983. At around 13,000 words, this is a lengthy short story which may need more than one sitting. As well as being a travel story, Alternative Medicine is also a story about career hopes, delusions, expectations, and opportunities.

For budget travellers everywhere who hope to combine working and travelling abroad, paying for their travels as they go with local work, income is never a subject far from their thoughts. This story takes two young travellers from Cairo down to the south of Egypt and seems to provide at least one of the travellers with an answer to the question of how to pay for further travels in the region. In addition, it also relates how an unexpected illness can have a huge impact on a piece of travel.

The fifth story, A Career in Travel, is at nearly 40,000 words a substantial novella-length account set mostly in Britain in 1984. The story is about a young traveller’s attempt to integrate his love for travel into a regular, settled lifestyle in London. Although humorous in places, this is also a thought-provoking story that goes to the heart of what it means to be a traveller, the differences and similarities between a traveller and a tourist, the differences and similarities between a traveller and an immigrant, and a traveller's place in society. Travel in the British Isles and a number of nearby countries is related as the traveller tries hard to come to terms with self-imposed travel limitations and the challenges of settling down into a more sedentary, and hopefully matrimonial life. Like the other stories in the series, it provides not only an entertaining read, but also information on all the places visited, some relevant only to the era in which the story is set, but most still relevant at the time of this book's publication.