Rick Langrehr is an Explorer, Author, and Photographer. His global expeditions focus on lost treasures and historical mysteries. Follow "The Explorer's Journal" to join along on his adventures.
Compendium of Curious Destinations
There are certain memories that stick with you, not just for what they were, but for what they meant. Back in high school, many years ago, a classmate of mine, knowing how much I loved history (especially anything related to ancient Egypt), returned from a family trip to Las Vegas
Compendium of Curious Destinations
From time to time, I like to look back through my old travel journals, handwritten pages inked in the moment, before hindsight could clean things up. This entry comes from 2008: a journey to Cuba, written exactly as I experienced it. If you're looking for polished postcard perfection,
Compendium of Curious Destinations
Sometimes the best place to find perspective is in the past. I was recently flipping through one of my old travel journals and came across my account of a journey I took to Peru. It was a spontaneous trip planned with a good friend after a particularly difficult season in
Gear Guides
Every explorer eventually asks the same question: What do I need to take me further? When it comes to the machines we use to reach the unknown, few things represent the spirit of the adventurer better than the classic off-road vehicle. There are endless ways to outfit a 4x4, and
Field Notes on Life
During my teens and twenties, I worked as an on-screen performer. For a while, I got recognized for my role as an overzealous personal trainer in a Chupa Chups lollipop ad with an international run. My favourite project from that time was participating as the onscreen subject for a travel
Field Notes on Life
Every explorer is drawn to travel and the search for discoveries to satiate their own curiosity; this is certainly true. However, there is another side to that same coin. They have the desire to document and share their findings and experiences with others. Be it to educate, entertain, or inspire.
Field Notes on Life
We all experience coincidences in life, and maybe most of the time they are simply that, a coincidence. However, when a recurring theme begins to take place, perhaps it is more than mere happenstance; maybe the universe is trying to send you a message. Now I'm not trying
Field Notes on Life
There are certain life lessons I want to pass on to my daughter. Through my stories, both the literal ones and the ones written between the lines, I hope she gains some insight. And if you're reading this, these thoughts might offer a moment of reflection for you
Field Notes on Life
I have a few key supporters who really value what I have set out to accomplish. You know who you are, and I very much appreciate you. They tell me how they are impressed with my determination, self-understanding, and willingness to pursue my passions against the norm and established forces
Compendium of Curious Destinations
There is a lot to see in Cairo, from Coptic Churches, Citadels, and old mosques to the Khan el-Khalili bazaar and the historic Egyptian Museum. However, one site that is sure to be on every traveller’s itinerary is the Giza Plateau and the Pyramids that emerge from those sands.
Field Notes on Life
I would like to welcome you to “The Explorer’s Journal.” This project has been years in the making; it’s simply taken many other forms along the way. At its core, it’s a reflection of something I deeply believe in: the pursuit of the Authentic Self, your True
Featured Articles
It’s not often that a treasure hunt lands in your lap with the intrigue of a forgotten pirate map and the polish of a bestselling thriller. But that’s exactly what There’s Treasure Inside by Jon Collins-Black, and Beyond the Map's Edge by Justin M. Posey