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Exploring the Globe in a 1970s Land Rover: A Global Adventure

Debbie Kelly04 mins

The Forman Family’s Overland Adventure

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Capturing Nostalgic Adventures

<strong>Future comeback:</strong> 'On a personal level, I'd love to be able to use it and go on adventures with my family to continue that sort of nostalgic legacy,' says Charles Forman.
Future comeback: ‘On a personal level, I’d love to be able to use it and go on adventures with my family to continue that sort of nostalgic legacy,’ says Charles Forman.

Unforgettable Overland Adventures

Back in 1977, UK couple Alec and Jan Forman embarked on an extraordinary journey across 29 countries in Europe, Africa, and Asia in their beloved Land Rover Series III. This incredible experience lasted for an extensive 14 months, allowing them to explore diverse cultures and stunning landscapes.

<strong>Overland adventure:</strong> Back in 1977, UK couple Alec and Jan Forman drove across 29 countries in Europe, Africa and Asia in a Land Rover Series III.
Overland adventure: Back in 1977, UK couple Alec and Jan Forman drove across 29 countries in Europe, Africa and Asia in a Land Rover Series III.

Globetrotting Duo

<strong>Globetrotting duo:</strong> The Formans, pictured having lunch on a beach in Greece, spent 14 months on the road.
Globetrotting duo: The Formans, pictured having lunch on a beach in Greece, spent 14 months on the road.

Exploring Beautiful Destinations

Their amazing journey took them to many beautiful locations, including:

  • Pokhara, Nepal: A trip filled with breathtaking mountainous views.
  • Afghanistan: Visit to the stunning Band-e Amir National Park.
  • Morocco: As Jan Forman noted, it was here that their adventure truly began to feel real.
  • Ladakh, India: They drove to incredible heights on the world’s highest road.
<strong>World tour:</strong> Their journey took them to many beautiful destinations, including Pokhara, Nepal.
World tour: Their journey took them to many beautiful destinations, including Pokhara, Nepal.

Awe-Inspiring Journeys

<strong>Awe-inspiring journey:</strong> The Formans also visited Afghanistan, taking in many of the country’s sights, including Band-e Amir National Park.
Awe-inspiring journey: The Formans also visited Afghanistan, taking in many of the country’s sights, including Band-e Amir National Park.

Sicilian Highlights and Unique Experiences

<strong>Sicilian highlights:</strong> While traveling through Sicily, the couple visited the Temple E, a Greek temple of the Doric order.
Sicilian highlights: While traveling through Sicily, the couple visited the Temple E, a Greek temple of the Doric order.

Connecting with the World

<strong>Staying connected:</strong> 'We couldn't phone our family or anything,' explains Jan Forman. 'We had to rely on letters.'
Staying connected: ‘We couldn’t phone our family or anything,’ explains Jan Forman. ‘We had to rely on letters.’

Vast Deserts and Stunning Landscapes

Throughout their journey, the Formans traversed vast deserts and stunning landscapes, from the small desert town of Assamaka in Niger…

<strong>Vast desert:</strong> Jan Forman brushes her teeth in the small desert town of Assamaka in Niger.
Vast desert: Jan Forman brushes her teeth in the small desert town of Assamaka in Niger.

A Lasting Legacy

<strong>Crowdfunding project:</strong> The Formans' son Charles recently launched a Kickstarter in a bid to raise funds to publish a new photo collection containing images from his parents' journey.
Crowdfunding project: The Formans’ son Charles recently launched a Kickstarter in a bid to raise funds to publish a new photo collection containing images from his parents’ journey and potentially restore the Land Rover to its former glory.


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