Walking Beyond Borders: Alice Morrison's Epic Saudi Expedition

Walking Beyond Borders with Alice Morrison “Adventure is about embracing the unknown—no matter your age, gender, or background.” Episode Description In this inspiring episode of Life Reimagined, host Stacey Ray welcomes the extraordinary Alice Morrison, a real-life explorer known as “Indiana Jones for Girls.” Alice left behind a successful career to fully embrace adventure, traversing some of the most remote and challenging landscapes on Earth. From cycling across Africa to walking thousands of miles across the Middle East and North Africa, she pushes the limits of endurance and immerses herself in cultures most of us only dream of experiencing. This episode takes us deep into Alice’s latest adventure: walking across Saudi Arabia with her two camels, Juicy and Lulu. She shares firsthand accounts of the journey’s physical and mental challenges, the hospitality of the Saudi people, and her insights into the evolving role of women in the region. Alice’s story is one of resilience, curiosity, and an unwavering spirit of exploration—proving that life is never truly “done” at any age. What You’ll Learn •How Alice transitioned from journalism and running a successful business to a life of full-time adventure. •The fascinating experiences of walking across the Arabian desert, including encounters with local communities. •The surprising realities of life in Saudi Arabia today, especially for women. •How climate change is impacting nomadic life and desert landscapes. •The mindset and strategies Alice uses to push past physical and mental barriers. •Why age should never be a limitation when it comes to adventure and reinvention. Bio: Alice Morrison Alice Morrison is a British explorer, author, and adventurer who has dedicated her life to exploration and cultural discovery. She has cycled the length of Africa, trekked across the Middle East, and walked thousands of miles through Morocco and Saudi Arabia. Alice is the author of several books documenting her journeys and hosts the podcast Alice in wAnderland, where she shares her adventures with the world. Connect with Alice Morrison: •Website: www.alicemorrison.co.uk •Podcast: Alice in wAnderland •X (Twitter): @aliceoutthere1 •TikTok: @aliceoutthere1 •Instagram: @aliceoutthere1 •Facebook: Alice Hunter Morrison Adventures •YouTube: Alice Morrison •Blog: Crossing Saudi Arabia on Foot: 40 Days In •About Alice: Biography Resources •Books by Alice Morrison: •Adventures in Morocco: From the Souks to the Sahara – Buy here •Walking With Nomads – Buy here •Morocco to Timbuktu: An Arabian Adventure – Buy here •Dodging Elephants: Leaving the Rat Race for a Bike Race - 8000 Miles Across Africa – Buy here •Related Topics Covered: •Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative •Women’s rights and cultural shifts in Saudi Arabia •The impact of climate change on desert landscapes and nomadic life •The challenges of endurance travel Inspired by Alice’s story? Make sure to subscribe to Life Reimagined for more incredible conversations with those who dare to redefine their lives. If you loved this episode, leave us a review and share it with a friend who needs a dose of adventure in their life!