Why would someone go vintage on an expedition like this? Read more to find out why I did!
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Pre-expedition
Well, I've made it. But as always the last 24 hours was a little hectic to say the least!
Access to water shouldn't be too hard given I'll be travelling through one of the most populated countries in the world, but access to clean water will be. Read about how I'm going to overcome this problem.
I went to see Viceroy's House, the story of the Partition and the handing back of power to India. Here are some of my initial thoughts on the film and my ambition as I travel.
Planning an expedition of this scale is exciting, terrifying and yet also has its frustrations. I left my job just before Christmas with the ambition of spending two months planning the expedition. But as we know, things don't always go to plan.
One of the worries of an expedition is the medical side of things. What happens if I get injured or sick? Who can I rely on to ensure my safety? It’s one of those things that you have very little control over, yet if the worst were to happen, you want to ensure you did everything in your power to ensure good health.
I joined a First Aid course to give myself the confidence, in preparation for my next expedition.
India fascinates me; its vibrancy, history, diversity and a cultural heritage entwined with Britain for over 400 years.
Find out more about the background, the route and my purpose for undertaking this journey.