From the Vault: Zengjiani, the Zanzibari...

Kilwa is brought to its knees by one final foreign invasion, which leads the island into an irreversible decline and the eventual dissolution of the sultanate. 

The Portuguese have conquered Kilwa. Let's see how much pain their victory causes them in the long run. 

The Portuguese arrive in Kilwa. This should go well. 

Welcome to another thrilling episode of The Alpha Talks Show! Today, Seif El Hakim - The Alpha, is joined by an extraordinary guest, Pelumi Nubi, who has broken boundaries and set records with her inspiring journey. Pelumi is a solo traveler, content creator, and a powerful advoc ... Show More

The Amateur Traveler talks to Spencer Quong who is a adventure travel guide about his recent trip to Botswana in south central Africa. After reading the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency his traveling companions were drawn to this country and its incredible wildlife. 

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It’s 1912, the golden age of Antarctic exploration, and teams from the Australasian Antarctic Expedition are preparing to journey into the wilderness. One trio, led by the Australian geologist Douglas Mawson, will venture the farthest — traversing 700 miles roundtrip of uncharted ... Show More

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In this episode of Drop A Pin, Donnie and Chaps dive into the incredible story of Lee Abbamonte, one of the world’s most adventurous travelers and among the youngest Americans to have visited every country on Earth. The conversation explores Lee’s background, from his early days ... Show More

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