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Book Synopsis: In 1973, Richard Bangs founded Sobek Expeditions, the original and now the largest adventure travel company in the world, with over a million clients guided since its beginning. But this is not just a story of an unusual company, one that profoundly transformed the way we travel and experience the world. It presents true stories, both perilous and awe-inspiring, from the full array of adventure travel: trekking, climbing, sailing, diving, adventure cruising, kayaking, back-country skiing, mountaineering, biking, cultural immersions, canyoneering, and more. Sobek pioneered scores of adventures, from trekking in the Himalayas, to cruising the Galapagos and Antarctica, to first descents of some eighty rivers around the world. The author personally led thirty-five first river descents, capsizing on six continents (a unique, albeit dubious, distinction), and organized and led the first trips into North Korea, Libya, Yemen, Djibouti, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, New Guinea, Iran, and even China back in 1978. Sobek clients have included Bill Gates, Jeff Bezos, Mick Jagger, Barry Diller, and Daryl Hannah. It is the shadow company behind National Geographic Adventures, New York Times Active Journeys, and Smithsonian Expeditions. This book traces fifty years of adventure travel and how it has evolved through times of war and peace, terrorism, the rise of the internet, the pandemic, and the first virtual expeditions.
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Experience the thrill of life on the edge with "The Art of Living Dangerously: True Stories from a Life on the Edge"! Written by Richard Bangs, the founder of Sobek Expeditions, the world's largest adventure travel company, this captivating book takes you on a journey through perilous and awe-inspiring adventures.
From trekking in the majestic Himalayas to sailing the mesmerizing waters of the Galapagos and Antarctica, this book showcases the full array of adventure travel experiences. Dive into the depths of the ocean, conquer mountains, kayak across roaring rivers, and immerse yourself in diverse cultures - there's no limit to the exhilaration you'll find within these pages.
Sobek Expeditions has not only shaped the world of adventure travel but has guided millions of intrepid explorers since its inception in 1973. With Richard Bangs as your guide, you'll discover thirty-five first river descents, including capsizing on six continents! This unique, albeit dubious, distinction highlights the author's unparalleled commitment to adventure.
Renowned personalities such as Bill Gates, Jeff Bezos, Mick Jagger, Barry Diller, and Daryl Hannah have trusted Sobek with their once-in-a-lifetime experiences. In fact, Sobek is the shadow company behind prestigious names like National Geographic Adventures, New York Times Active Journeys, and Smithsonian Expeditions. Prepare to embark on legendary expeditions, just like these icons.
As you delve into the pages of "The Art of Living Dangerously," you'll witness how adventure travel has evolved over fifty years, overcoming obstacles such as war, terrorism, and now the pandemic. Discover how the rise of the internet and the introduction of virtual expeditions have revolutionized the way we explore the world.
Don't miss out on this captivating chronicle of adventure. Grab your copy of "The Art of Living Dangerously: True Stories from a Life on the Edge" today and embark on a journey that will leave you yearning for your own extraordinary escapades.
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