Growing up between Ireland & Australia

Navigating the harsh Australian Outback

An unfortunate accident in Broome

Returning to the adventure

Exploring Malaysia & Thailand

Bangladesh & navigating visa issues

Entering Central Asia

Reflections on wealth and generosity

Challenges and stories from Turkmenistan

The final stretch - returning to Ireland

Reflections and future plans

In 2022, guest David McCourt originally from Northern Ireland, embarked on a two-and-a-half-year journey,cycling from Melbourne, Australia, to his home village of Cushendall. David is a natural storyteller and shares his riveting experiences from traversing unique and challenging landscapes across Australia, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Central Asia, and Europe. From the vast outback of Australia to the bustling streets of India and the mountainous Himalayas, he faced various challenges including dealing with injuries, inclement weather, and border crossings. Despite these hurdles, David found remarkable connections with people in villages and towns less traveled. Be sure to follow David via his instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/llongwayhome_2022/">@longwayhome_2022</a>  You can also contribute to his fundraiser for the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre. - <a href="https://hostyourown.asrc.org.au/page/CycleforFreedom">here</a> Live in or near Melbourne? Get tickets to David’s live presentation and Q&amp;A session on Weds 04 Dec 2024 <a href="https://offcourse.bike/blog/2024/the-long-way-home-australia-to-ireland-on-a-bicycle/">here</a>. Listen to David share one day of his trip from Malaysia <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2122651/episodes/16082850-cycling-in-malaysia-david-mccourt-cycle-shorts">here</a>. Big thanks to Old Man Mountain for supporting this episode of Seek Travel Ride. If today’s stories have you dreaming of your own bikepacking or touring adventure, check out Old Man Mountain’s tough, reliable bike racks—designed to handle any journey. Visit <a href="https://oldmanmountain.com/">Old Man Mountain</a> to learn more. <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seektravelride">Support the show</a>Enjoying Seek Travel Ride? <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/seektravelride">Buy me a coffee and help support the show!</a> Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out<a href="https://redshiftsports.com/"> here</a> Sign up to the <a href="https://www.seektravelride.com/seek-travel-ride-newsletters/">Seek Travel Ride Newsletter</a> <a href="https://www.speakpipe.com/SeekTravelRide">Leave me a voicemail message</a> Join the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/seektravelride/">Seek Travel Ride Facebook group </a>- <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6VK77eJprbS2TG5viyEsyn">Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist</a> available now on both <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6VK77eJprbS2TG5viyEsyn">Spotify</a> or <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6VK77eJprbS2TG5viyEsyn">Apple Music</a> Follow us on Social Media! Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/seektravelride/">@SeekTravelRide</a> Twitter - <a href="https://twitter.com/bellacycling?lang=en">@BellaCycling</a> Website: <a href="https://www.seektravelride.com/">Seek Travel Ride</a> Facebook - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/seektravelride/">Seek Travel Ride</a>

In 2022, guest David McCourt originally from Northern Ireland, embarked on a two-and-a-half-year journey,cycling from Melbourne, Australia, to his home village of Cushendall. David is a natural storyteller and shares his riveting experiences from traversing unique and challenging landscapes across Australia, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Central Asia, and Europe. From the vast outback of Australia to the bustling streets of India and the mountainous Himalayas, he faced various challenges includ...

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