Great Escapes for the Armchair Traveller!

A Listmania! list by pilgrim0795 (Poole, Dorset)
 
Michael Palin - Around the World in 80 Days [DVD]
1.  Michael Palin - Around the World in 80 Days [DVD] DVD ~ Michael Palin
The list author says:
  "Palin's affable humour, stunning locations and the suspense of time ticking away, make for great viewing. Recommended!"
£9.17   Used & New from: £2.28
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)

Russia - A Journey With Jonathan Dimbleby : Complete BBC Series [DVD]
2.  Russia - A Journey With Jonathan Dimbleby : Complete BBC Series [DVD] DVD ~ Jonathan Dimbleby
The list author says:
  "Intelligent commentary over five one hour episodes, providing a tantalising introduction to this diverse country.  Well worth the journey."
£8.19   Used & New from: £7.45
3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (32 customer reviews)

Wild China [DVD]
3.  Wild China [DVD] DVD ~ Wild China
The list author says:
  "Excellent photography across the many  landscapes of this vast country."
£7.17   Used & New from: £4.95
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (106 customer reviews) | 4 customer discussions

Michael Palin - Pole to Pole [DVD] [1992]
4.  Michael Palin - Pole to Pole [DVD] [1992] DVD ~ Michael Palin
The list author says:
  "An epic!  Not only different time-zones, climates and cultures, but also changes to the political landscape.  Fascinating viewing."
£9.17   Used & New from: £4.50
4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (25 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

Sea and Sardinia (Penguin Twentieth Century Classics)
5.  Sea and Sardinia (Penguin Twentieth Century Classics) by D. H. Lawrence
The list author says:
  "A beautifully observed and well written account of Lawrence's journey from Sicily to Sardinia, in January 1921."
£8.99   Used & New from: £3.07
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

Himalaya
6.  Himalaya by Michael Palin
The list author says:
  "Palin's insightful observations of people and surroundings provide enjoyable armchair travelling."
£6.79   Used & New from: £0.01
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)

Slowly Down the Ganges
7.  Slowly Down the Ganges by Eric Newby
The list author says:
  "Vicarious enjoyment of a river journey fraught with difficulties, yet ultimately satisfying!"
£5.96   Used & New from: £2.56
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

Cabin Fever: Sheds and Shelters, Huts and Hideaways
8.  Cabin Fever: Sheds and Shelters, Huts and Hideaways by Marie-France Boyer
The list author says:
  "If you need a secret hideaway, then look no further!"
£12.81   Used & New from: £8.08
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

Roundabouts of Great Britain
9.  Roundabouts of Great Britain by Kevin Beresford
The list author says:
  "Have you ever considered that you could have your own secret island, without the inconvenience of living too far away from local facilities?"
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4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

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A Loo with a View
10.  A Loo with a View by Luke Barclay
The list author says:
  "Make the most of sublime views, even from the seat of your loo!"
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5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

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Treehouses: The Art and Craft of Living out on a Limb
11.  Treehouses: The Art and Craft of Living out on a Limb by Peter Nelson
The list author says:
  "I've always wanted a treehouse! View the world from an entirely different perspective. A great escape even in your own back garden."
Used & New from: £8.41
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

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The Big Red Train Ride (Picador Books)
12.  The Big Red Train Ride (Picador Books) by Eric Newby
The list author says:
  "Despite its mixed reviews, I loved this book of Newby's 5,900 mile journey on the Trans-Siberian Railway from Moscow to Nakhodka."
Used & New from: £0.01
2.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

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Iceland (AA Essential Guide)
13.  Iceland (AA Essential Guide) by AA Publishing
The list author says:
  "Compact, yet packed with useful, clearly presented information to whet the appetite of the armchair traveller."
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4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

Through the Lens: National Geographic's Greatest Photographs (Ng Collectors): National Geographic - Greatest Photographs ("National Geographic" Collectors Series)
14.  Through the Lens: National Geographic's Greatest Photographs (Ng Collectors): National Geographic - Greatest Photographs ("National Geographic" Collectors Series) by National Geographic
The list author says:
  "250 stunning photographs chosen to represent the regions of the earth. A worthy addition for the coffee table!"
£5.49   Used & New from: £2.68
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (25 customer reviews)

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