Adventure Diaries
Alice Morrison: Exploring Africa’s Rich Culture from Morocco to the Gates of Timbuktu
19 Dec 2024
Please click here to 'Follow' the show - it really helps get the show to a wider audience (which I really thank you for!).🚨 Don't FORGET to Join the Adventure Newsletter Here 🚨😎 It will bring more people, greater stories and more adventures for everyone.In this episode of Adventure Diaries, we’re joined by the remarkable Alice Morrison, Scottish adventurer, writer, and BBC presenter. From her childhood in Uganda to her current life in Morocco’s Atlas Mountains, Alice’s story is one of curiosity, resilience, and fearless exploration. We dive into her transformative experiences, from tackling the grueling Marathon des Sables and cycling 12,500 km from Cairo to Cape Town, to trekking across deserts and climbing mountains.Alice shares how she immersed herself in Arabic culture, navigated challenges like near-death encounters with elephants, and developed a deep respect for Morocco’s rich traditions. She also discusses her upcoming BBC series, Arabian Adventures: Secrets of the Nabataeans, and her ambitious plans for a Saudi Arabian expedition. Along the way, Alice offers powerful insights on pursuing adventure, embracing cultural differences, and facing challenges with courage and humor.This episode will inspire you to tackle the "niggling" goals in your life and embrace the unknown, whether it’s climbing a mountain, running a race, or simply stepping out of your comfort zone.What You'll Learn in This Episode:The cultural and historical richness of Morocco and Timbuktu.How Alice overcame physical and mental limits in extreme adventures.The profound lessons learned from living among the Amazigh (Berber) community.Insights on respecting cultural differences and challenging personal biases.How to turn small steps into big adventures.Notable Adventures Discussed:Marathon des Sables: Six marathons in six days across the Moroccan desert.Cycling Cairo to Cape Town: A 12,500-km race through diverse African landscapes.Exploring Timbuktu: Navigating the cultural and political challenges of this historic city.Alice’s journey into the heart of Morocco’s tannery craftsmanship.Call to Action:Pay It Forward: Support Salve Uganda, an organization transforming the lives of street children through education and care.Call to Adventure: Pursue the one goal that’s been on your mind—don’t wait for the perfect time, start now!Connect with Alice Morrison:Website: alicemorrison.co.ukInstagram: @AliceOutThere1Watch her new BBC series Arabian Adventures: Secrets of the Nabataeans in June 2024.Tune in and let Alice Morrison’s incredible stories inspire your next adventure!Send us a textSupport the showThanks For Listening.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a comment and subscribe for more exciting content. Follow us https://linktr.ee/adventurediaries for updates. Have a topic suggestion? Email us at [email protected]. AdventureDiaries.com#AdventureDiaries #AdventureStories #NationalGeographic #Discovery #NaturalWorld
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