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Black Sea Circuit

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Black Sea Circuit by The Raven Brothers The Black Sea is the inspiration for the myths like Jason and the Argonauts, Noah's Ark and the Amazons—a powerful female warrior tribe. Enticed by insatiable curiosity, The Raven Brothers set out on a mission to circumnavigate the ancient Black Sea that has been the epicentre of human civilization for thousands of years. In 2014, British travel writers, The Raven Brothers, set themselves the challenge of driving full circle around the Black Sea. Their journey took them through southern Ukraine and Russia, less than six months before the annexation of Crimea and the invasion of Donetsk. It is a region of the world that is currently a war zone, and their route for the time being is now impassable even to the most courageous traveller. Discover a fascinating account of their journey in the book 'Black Sea Circuit: Crimea & the Caucasus'. The brothers get up close and personal with the intriguing people who live in the six nations th...

How to escape global overtourism?

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The world isn't full, there's loads of space! The problem is that we pleasure seeking humans tend to be drawn to the more famous destinations. Paris, Barcelona, Rome. Many of us have a bucket list of top places we yearn to see in our lifetime, but it is hardly an authentic experience to be rammed into a street packed full of tourists, where the locals have long fled. So, what's the solution? It would be tragic for first time travellers to be denied the great sights of Florence, but maybe to spend your entire trip jostling for space at the most famous selfie spots isn't the only option. Overland travel is the E.T.G. answer to true adventure. Travel to the major tourist hot spot of your dreams, enjoy for a few days, and then get out! Hire a car, or hop aboard a train or bus and seek out the lesser known hidden gems that will reward you with a true blood experience of the people and cultures that give life to the blue and green planet we call home. Highlighting off beat de...