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- Description: Catherine de Bourboulon was one of the earliest Western explorers in China during the 19th century. As the wife of the French diplomat Alexandre de Bourboulon, France's general consul in China, she accompanied her husband on numerous diplomatic journeys across Asia. Her letters and travel diaries, filled with sharp observations and detailed descriptions, provide a vivid picture of East Asia during a time of significant change. Catherine was not just a witness but also an active participant in these journeys, significantly contributing to the West's understanding of China and East Asia during her era
- Alias-Pseudonimo-Pseudonyme: -
- Nationality-Nazionalità-Nationalité: -
- Birth/death-Nascita/morte-Naissance/mort: -
- Means of transport-Mezzo di trasporto-Moyen de transport: On horseback, A cavallo, A cheval
- Geographical description-Riferimento geografico-Référence géographique: Various, Diversi, Différents
- Internet: https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catherine_de_Bourboulon
- Wikidata: https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q97317477
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- Description: Walking journey of the De Gafenco couple, accompanied by their dog
- Alias-Pseudonimo-Pseudonyme: -
- Nationality-Nazionalità-Nationalité: Romania
- Birth/death-Nascita/morte-Naissance/mort: -
- Means of transport-Mezzo di trasporto-Moyen de transport: On foot, A piedi, A pied
- Geographical description-Riferimento geografico-Référence géographique: -
- Inscriptions-Iscrizioni-Inscriptions: 14'000 kilomètres à pied, Voyage d'un journaliste roumain, sa femme et leur petite chienne
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- Description: Luca De Giglio worked for a company in the Triveneto region, dealing with sales and exports. When he realized he had other aspirations, he resigned and left for Australia. From there, he began a personal and entrepreneurial journey
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- Nationality-Nazionalità-Nationalité: Italy, Italia, Italie
- Birth/death-Nascita/morte-Naissance/mort: -
- Means of transport-Mezzo di trasporto-Moyen de transport: -
- Geographical description-Riferimento geografico-Référence géographique: Around the World, Giro del mondo, Tour du monde
- Internet: http://www.tripluca.com
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- Description: Simon Schmitt, along with John Delion, embarked on a coast to coast journey from Philadelphia to San Francisco
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- Nationality-Nazionalità-Nationalité: USA
- Birth/death-Nascita/morte-Naissance/mort: -
- Means of transport-Mezzo di trasporto-Moyen de transport: On foot, A piedi, A pied
- Geographical description-Riferimento geografico-Référence géographique: USA
- Inscriptions-Iscrizioni-Inscriptions: Transcontinental pushmobile tourist
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- Description: Journey undertaken by the Dutch family De Leeuw-Pool with a cart-tent
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- Nationality-Nazionalità-Nationalité: Netherlands, Olanda, Hollande
- Birth/death-Nascita/morte-Naissance/mort: -
- Means of transport-Mezzo di trasporto-Moyen de transport: On foot, A piedi, A pied
- Geographical description-Riferimento geografico-Référence géographique: Around the World, Giro del mondo, Tour du monde
- Inscriptions-Iscrizioni-Inscriptions: Il giro del mondo a piedi con una tenda. Famille De Leeuw-Pool J., Andijk, Holland
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- Description: In the late 1940s, Haiko de Poel embarked on a round-the-world journey on foot and hitchhiking. As a journalist, he differed from other globetrotters in his unique approach to travel: he funded his adventures by taking on odd jobs along the way. Tall and robust, Haiko was known for wearing the traditional costume of Dutch rural workers during his travels, a clear indication of his roots and adventurous spirit
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- Nationality-Nazionalità-Nationalité: Netherlands, Olanda, Hollande
- Birth/death-Nascita/morte-Naissance/mort: -
- Means of transport-Mezzo di trasporto-Moyen de transport: Various, Diversi, Différents
- Geographical description-Riferimento geografico-Référence géographique: Around the World, Giro del mondo, Tour du monde
- Additional references-Riferimenti complementari-Références complémentaires: Corriere del Ticino, 28 ottobre 1947
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- Description: In 2011, after covering 60'000 km across 3 continents and 38 countries in 14 months, setting a Guinness World Record for the longest journey by quad bike (four-wheeled motorcycles), two Australians crossed the finish line in Sydney, in tribute to their teammate who tragically died mid-journey. Jamie Kenyon, 25, and Kristopher Teddy Davant, 27, known as the "Expedition Quad Squad," crossed the bay bridge on their vehicles, escorted by police and hundreds of motorcyclists, in the final leg of a journey that began in Istanbul. The duo had almost given up after the death of their companion, 24-year-old Italian Valerio De Simoni, whose bike was struck by an out-of-control car in Malawi. In addition to breaking the previous record of 27'141 km, the Quad Squad used their adventure to support the NGO Oxfam and raised the equivalent of about 40'000 euros for the fight against poverty
- Alias-Pseudonimo-Pseudonyme: Expedition Quad Squad
- Nationality-Nazionalità-Nationalité: Italy, Italia, Italie
- Birth/death-Nascita/morte-Naissance/mort: -
- Means of transport-Mezzo di trasporto-Moyen de transport: Car or similar, Mezzi a motore, Moyen motorisé
- Geographical description-Riferimento geografico-Référence géographique: Around the World, Giro del mondo, Tour du monde
- Internet: http://quadsquad.org
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- Description: On April 5, 2007, Jeff Johnson began his journey from Port Augusta to Kurumba with the aim of raising funds for charity. He walked for 151 days, reaching his destination on September 2, 2007. On April 24, 2011, he set out again from Cape Byron towards Steep Point
- Alias-Pseudonimo-Pseudonyme: -
- Nationality-Nazionalità-Nationalité: Australia
- Birth/death-Nascita/morte-Naissance/mort: -
- Means of transport-Mezzo di trasporto-Moyen de transport: On foot, A piedi, A pied
- Geographical description-Riferimento geografico-Référence géographique: Australia
- Internet: http://www.jeffswalk.com
- Multimedia: https://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2009/06/12/2596687.htm
- Additional references-Riferimenti complementari-Références complémentaires: Jeff Johnson, Gulf to Gulf - The Long Walk Australio, 2009
Jeff Johnson (age 66) has walked from the Spencer Gulf to The Gulf of Carpentaria. Raising funds and awareness for the Deaf-Blind Association (NSW) Inc.
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- Description: Journey begun by the De Weille family in the early 1900s, starting from Haye (Netherlands). In another postcard, De Weille appears alone with Ch. Hochegger, still engaged in a world tour. In a third postcard, he is depicted with his wife and with J. Nieuwenhuys and spouse, also involved in a global tour
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- Nationality-Nazionalità-Nationalité: Netherlands, Olanda, Hollande
- Birth/death-Nascita/morte-Naissance/mort: -
- Means of transport-Mezzo di trasporto-Moyen de transport: On foot, A piedi, A pied
- Geographical description-Riferimento geografico-Référence géographique: Around the World, Giro del mondo, Tour du monde
- Inscriptions-Iscrizioni-Inscriptions: Le tour du monde