Curse from the overturning headlines, from the screaming TV faces, from the flickering advertising promises, from the constantly vibrating smartphone in your own pocket, flight from everything – the affluent societies have always had a certain world-weariness. But where can you flee to?
Photographer David De Vleeschauwer knows the answer. He has been exploring the world for more than two decades in search of the best travel routes. In his new book “Remote Experiences. Extraordinary Travel Adventures from North to South”, the Belgian presents twelve unexpected travel destinations that couldn’t be more different. However, they all have one thing in common: here the world-weary traveler will find his destination off the beaten track.
De Vleeschauwer ventures with his camera into old Buddhist villages in the foothills of the Himalayas and follows in the footsteps of pilgrims and shepherds in Italy. On the plains of Botswana, the photographer takes readers on a safari of a lifetime, cruising the outer reaches of Antarctica aboard a superyacht icebreaker.
Practical information about colorful photographs
In addition to fascinating photographs, however, the work offers something that is neglected in many travel books: useful tips for all those who want to follow in the footsteps of the photographer. In “Remote Experiences” the colorful shots are accompanied by detailed descriptions of the travel routes, practical information on how to get there and even the approximate costs of the trips. The price range extends from an affordable 250 euros to one million euros. This is how much a week all inclusive on the yacht “Legend” costs, which takes tourists to Antarctica from anywhere in the world. The ship was built in 1974 as an icebreaker. Today she is owned by a former Silicon Valley CEO who charters her for those who want to travel to the far corners of the planet.
“Remote Experiences. Extraordinary Travel Adventures from North to South” by David De Vleeschauwer. Published by Taschen Verlag, 424 pages, price 50 euros.