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C. Phileas Fogg
It was the route taken by Phileas Fogg.
It seems like there is a reference to the novel "Around the World in 80 Days" by Jules Verne. In the story, Phileas Fogg embarks on a journey around the world, hence the comparison to Palin's departure. Fogg's journey symbolizes adventure, exploration, and excitement, which Palin may be feeling as well.
Palin believes Phileas Fogg would regard the things he has chosen to bring along as essential for his journey and emblematic of his personality and priorities.
Palin believes that Phileas Fogg would have approved of the Orient Express because Fogg was an adventurer and the Orient Express is a symbol of luxury travel and exotic destinations, mirroring Fogg's own travel experiences in "Around the World in Eighty Days." Additionally, the train's reputation for elegance and romanticism aligns with Fogg's appreciation for refined experiences.
Around the World in 80 Days
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Palin traveled around the world non-stop in 80 days to mirror the journey of fictional character Phileas Fogg in Jules Verne's novel "Around the World in Eighty Days." He completed the journey for a BBC television series called "Around the World in 80 Days with Michael Palin" in 1989.
He followed the theme for each series eg Pole to Pole or 'Around the world in 80 days', like Phileas Fogg
In "Around the World in 80 Days," Michal Palin embarks on a journey that mirrors Phileas Fogg's classic adventure. Throughout the series, he visits various countries and iconic locations, including Paris, Egypt, India, and Japan, showcasing diverse cultures and landscapes. The travelogue highlights both historical landmarks and modern life in these regions, providing a unique perspective on global exploration. The series captures the spirit of adventure and the joy of discovery as Palin retraces Fogg's footsteps.
Kirk Fogg's birth name is Kirk Fairbanks Fogg.