TRAVELLERS TALES
Illustrated talks by
Major (Ret'd) Paul Whittle TD
Treasures of the Nile
From El Alamein to Alexandria, Aswan and the temples of Abu Simbel - a voyage along this most historic of rivers.
In the 'Land of the Gods' - Exploring Eritrea
A fascinating visit to this little-known former Italian colony in the Horn of Africa. Includes a spectacular ride on the recently rebuilt railway from Massawa on the Red Sea to the attractive capital city of Asmara 7,000ft up in the mountains.
Viceroy Special -Images of Sri Lanka
A leisurely progress of this astonishingly beautiful island on a vintage steam train. Temples, tea gardens, turtles and some sad reminders of the Tsunami.
Tsars and Commissars -Aspects of St Petersburg
Founded by Peter the Great in 1704 as Russia's 'Window on the World’ and now beautifully restored. A look at the city's architectural splendours and its often turbulent past.
Steam to Mandalay
Highlights of a 1,200 mile tour of the reclusive country of Myanmar (Burma)
- the 'Land of Gold and Green' - by vintage steam train.
Magnificent religious sites, beautiful scenery and friendly local people.
Rock Study - The Gibraltar Story 1704-2004
For 300 years Britain's historic military bastion has guarded the entrance to the Mediterranean. A fascinating tour of this rocky outcrop - its heritage, fortifications and tourist attractions.
Toy Train to the Clouds
The British-built railway that climbs 7,000 feet to Darjeeling - and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Features a ride up the line and the old hill station of Darjeeling in beautiful Himalayan mountain scenery. One of the world's great railway journeys.
China - Beyond the Great Wall
Highlights of a 2,000 mile journey from bustling Beijing, the amazing Terracotta Army at Xian, and northern China (of 'Wild Swans’ fame) to the remote and bleak mountainous Jing Peng region of Inner Mongolia.
Steaming On
The very best of the UK's steam heritage railways. Old locomotives, carriages, wayside stations and scenic views recreating travel from a more leisurely time. Of general interest just as much as to 'rail buffs'! (Other railway titles available).
Slow Train to Damascus
The splendours of Petra, the Dead Sea, former Roman cities and a rare desert train ride on the Hedjaz Railway once destroyed by Lawrence of Arabia.
Hill Stations of the Raj
In British India the hill stations gave a welcome respite from the summer heat of the plains. Nostalgic reminders of the Raj, tea gardens, stunning mountain scenery and a visit to three hill stations in India and Sri Lanka.
The Venetian Connection
An Adriatic cruise is the setting for this look at Venice and some of the many cities and regions once ruled by this powerful city-state.
The Best of British
Gardens, landscapes, heritage buildings, coast and country views from across the UK.
Rocky Mountain Railroads – The Colours of Colorado
A tour of America’s highest state. Canyons, old mining towns and great mountain scenery.
China- The Road to Shangri-La
A visit to the far south-west including the World Heritage town of Lijiang, ‘Tiger Leaping Gorge’ and a remote town called Shangri-La!
Availability
Morning afternoon or evening to suit you. I am occasionally available at short notice.
Equipment
I am completely self-contained with a colour slide projector, stand, large screen etc.
All I need is a 6ft table for a small display and a meeting room that can be darkened effectively.
Fees
Making a Difference
My fee income helps to support several children's charities in Burma and India. In 2009 I also funded the building of a community centre for a poor township outside Rangoon, in an area hard hit by the devastating cyclone.
Negotiable, reflecting distance and the size of audience. Please contact me for a quotation.
Paul Whittle
8 Broadwater Close
Woodham, Woking
Surrey, GU215TW
01932 346549