All Routes
For the first time ever you can now travel the routes Michael took on his journeys around the world with these immersive and interactive maps. Select a journey from the options below to begin your trip.
Pole To Pole
From top to bottom, follow Michael's trip from the frozen North, through ever changing Europe, the rich and diverse cultures of Africa to the bitter lands of the Antarctic.
Full Circle
Follow Michael's on his longest journey across 50,000 miles and through 17 countries around the Pacific rim.
Hemingway Adventure
From the bars and cafe's in Paris, big game safari's in Africa to the fish rich waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Join Michael en route as he discovers what made Earnest Hemingway tick.
Sahara
As big as the United States, the Sahara is only 15 per cent sand. Travel Michael's route and discover that there is a lot more to the Sahara than just sand dunes and camels.
Himalaya
Explore the spectacular beauty of the highest mountain range on earth and profusion of small villages, towns and sprawling cities that make up the Himalayas.
New Europe
Traverse Michael's New Europe route as he winds his way through 20 countries and some of Europe's oldest historic cities.
Brazil
A country of vast contrasts from the rain forests in the west to the population packed coasts on the east. Join Michael as he journeys around Brazil.
North Korea
Get a birds eye view of one of the most secretive countries in the world and follow Michael's trip around North Korea.
Into Iraq
Follow Michael's route through Iraq as he charts the course of the Tigris, one of the great rivers of the world.Travel Shop
Travels Of A Lifetime
In intimate conversation, and using his personal archive, Michael's reflects on how he got hooked on travel, and reveals the challenges he faced making the ground-breaking travel shows.
Sahara
As the journey unfolds, the Sahara reveals not the emptiness of endless sand dunes, but a huge and diverse range of cultures and landscapes and a long history.
Brazil
Michael explores this exotic country that is now a global superpower, and takes a closer look at a remarkable new force on the world scene.
Into Iraq Book and DVD
A fascinating and rare insight into the history and culture of Iraq. Michael shares the impressions he formed of a country that few outsiders now venture to see.
Around The World In 80 Days Book and DVD
Michael follows in the footsteps of Phileas Fogg as he takes on the famous challenge to circumnavigate the globe in less than 80 days.
North Korea Journal Book and DVD
Michael shares his day-by-day diary of his visit to North Korea a land wholly unlike any other he has ever visited.
Himalaya
Facing altitudes as high as 17,500 feet as well as some of the world’s deepest gorges, Michael tackles the full length of the Himalaya.
New Europe Book and DVD
Breathing in Eastern Europe's rich history, exquisite sights and talking to its diverse peoples, Michael fills what has been a void in his own experience and that of many others.
Hemingway Adventure Book and DVD
In this wonderful blend of adventure and travel writing, Michael follows in the footsteps of one of the great literary figures of the century.
Full Circle
Read Michael’s account of his epic journey through 18 countries bordering the Pacific Ocean. A spectacular journey of contrasts, drama and beauty.
Pole To Pole Book and DVD
Travelling by train, truck, raft, Ski-Doo, barge, balloon and bicycle, Michael experiences every extreme the world has to offer. From the cold grip of the Arctic Circle, to the South