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Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
Description
Yellowstone National Park is known as the enduring wonder. With its vast forests and magical hot springs, it is a treasure unlike any other Park. Yosemite National Park's valley, which has been gouged by glaciers and water, features magnificent waterfalls like Bridalveil and mountains of majesty such as Three Brothers. The Grand Canyon's ruby and gold layers of granite and limestone tell a story thousands of years in the making.
Pub. Date
2011
Language
English
Description
A stunning collection of the world's most exotic and beautiful roads, rivers, and trails, shot in breathtaking HD. Behold the splendors of ancient journeys that have connected both famous and forgotten places for centuries, and connect to those who traversed them throughout history. Spanning six continents, from to Europe, Alaska, Africa, the Amazon, and beyond, meet the people who make these places distinctive and magical, as they share the ancient...
Pub. Date
2011
Language
English
Description
All of the history and beauty of America's National Parks are captured in an unprecedented collection. From the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone to Crater Lake and the Grand Sequoias, the epic grandeur of the parks, and their vibrant flora and fauna, are revealed in stunning detail. Includes: Grand Canyon, Yosemite, Yellowstone, The Grand Staircase Collection, Giant Sequoias: Mariposa Grove, and Crater Lake.
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
They are off on a Central American Mayan excursion. They head up the steps of the ancient high temple at Lamanai. Then take a city tour of the main tourist destination. They learn about the cities colonial roots at the Belize City History Museum and dive the amazing Blue Hole.
Pub. Date
c2011
Language
English
Description
The Caribbean Islands are explored by host Zoe as she looks beyond the picture postcard image to discover a hybrid of English, African, and French culture. These islands are steeped in history -- learn of local slavery on Pigeon Island as the LaPagerie sugar cane plantation is explored.
10) Andalusia
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Situated in the south of the Iberian Peninsula, Andalusia is a tourist region rich in both beauty and history. From the city of Cadiz, built upon a rock, which was once one of the richest ports in Europe, to the beaches of Tarifa, a favorite spot for kite surfing and night owls, we meet the people and learn of the traditions that the inhabitants of this region call home.
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Take a trip across the country and back in time and re-discover the America of years gone by on the historic Route 66. Called the Main Street of America, it linked east and west for nearly 60 memorable years and became part of our national folklore in the process. More than 2400 miles of roadside diners, small towns, tepee-shaped motels and frozen custard stands helped thread the fabric of America.
13) Tuscany
Pub. Date
p2005
Language
English
Description
Ian Wright starts his journey in the stunning city of Florence before heading north to the town of Carrara. After some wine tasting in Chianti, he takes the train to the city of Siena, before ending his journey in Pisa, home to the famous leaning tower
14) Scotland
Pub. Date
[2004]
Language
English
Description
A look at the city of Glasgow, the Island of Islay, Isle of Skye, Edinburgh and Orkney Islands
20) China
Pub. Date
c2005
Language
English
Description
Explores China, the third largest country in the world with a diverse population of over a billion people and alive with history, culture and beautiful landscapes
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