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Writer and critic Giles Coren teams up again with international chef Monica Galetti to embark on a journey through the world’s most remarkable hotels – offering behind-the-scenes insights, compelling characters and experiences of local life beyond the hotel lobby. With access to all areas in stunning locations, Giles and Monica work alongside hotel staff to see what it takes to run such unique places. Getting to know hotel visionaries, ..
A riveting adventure of how America was invented, America The Story Of The U.S. focuses on the people, ideas and events that built the great nation, covering 400 years of American history in the most extensive and in-depth television series ever produced by History. From the rigors of linking the continent by wagon trails to the transcontinental railway, the engineering of steel-structured buildings to landing on the moon, this epic 12-..
Award-winning adventurer-presenter Bruce Parry follows Tribe and Amazon with an epic journey among the people of the Arctic Circle. Following the six-month Polar summer - across Siberia, Greenland, Alaska, Canada, Russia and Norway - Bruce Parry immerses himself in the remote communities of the Arctic. Living and working alongside the indigenous people, he reveals how their culture and ancient traditions stand on the brink of change... ..
All five episodes of the BBC series following anthropologist Bruce Parry as he journeys into the Arctic Circle. In the series, Parry examines the threat posed to indigenous people like the Inuits of Northern Greenland by superpowers racing to cash in on the polar region's rich supply of natural resources such as oil, gas and minerals...
All six episodes of the BBC series following Michael Palin as he retraces his footsteps across the Persian Gulf. In the autumn of 1988, Michael Palin set out to circumnavigate the world, following the route taken by Phileas Fogg in the epic novel of 1873. His journey became a great 20th-century adventure that was made into a BBC television series. 20 years later, Palin returns to the scene of one of the most memorable sequences of the s..
In 1955, the celebrated polymath Orson Welles was invited to write, direct and present his first television production - a series of travelogues exploring Europe. Part home-movie, part cinematic essay, each episode of Around the World with Orson Welles takes the viewer on a fascinating journey to meet famous people and explore the continent's most romantic cities. In Paris, we are introduced to artists and poets: in Madrid, we attend a ..
Orson Welles writes, directs and presents this British TV series in which he travels around Europe. Throughout the series, the famed film-maker visits some of the continent's most historical locations including Paris, Vienna, Madrid, London and the Basque Country where he meets artists, attends a bullfight and revisits filming locations from his 1949 film 'The Third Man'. The episodes are: 'Pays Basque I', 'Pays Basque II', 'The Third M..
All eight parts of the British travel documentary presented by Julia Bradbury as she travels the length and breadth of Australia, exploring what the magnificent continent has to offer. Along the way Julia discovers what life is like in the Aboriginal outback, attends a dog surfing school and visits the world's most isolated pub...
Presenter Julia Bradbury explores Britain's countryside in this eight-part ITV series. The programme follows Julia as she visits some of the country's most stunning landscapes in search of accessible walks with the best views. The episodes are: 'Anglesey - The Coastal Walk', 'The Lake District - The Borrowdale Walk', 'Dorset - The Golden Cap Walk', 'Cumbria - The High Cup Walk', 'The South Downs - The Seven Sisters Walk', 'Yorkshire Dal..
All three episodes of the travel documentary following Scottish comedian Billy Connolly as he follows the route many Scots took when they first migrated to America centuries ago.Travelling from Massachusetts to Nashville, Billy takes in sights including the Blue Ridge Mountains and meets with some of the people who live there...
All three episodes of the travel documentary following Scottish comedian Billy Connolly as he follows the route many Scots took when they first migrated to America centuries ago.Travelling from Massachusetts to Nashville, Billy takes in sights including the Blue Ridge Mountains and meets with some of the people who live there...
From the lost world of Amazonia to the buzzing metropolis of Rio de Janeiro, Michael Palin meets the people and visits the places that shape this fascinating nation. In his inimitable style, Michael Palin explores this vast country of incredible contrasts. He travels by river-boat, float-plane and on foot to visit tribes deep in the jungle; experiences the heady mix of Rio de Janeiro and the African-inspired culture of Sao Luis; Recife ..
In Series 3 of Britain’s Most Historic Towns, Professor Alice Roberts explores a new set of British towns but this time looking at towns that have a radical edge. Although kings and queens inevitably play a role, this is essentially the people’s story. Alice unpicks each era with a focus on riots, disasters, strikes and rebellions that shaped Modern Britain.Includes:Medieval Lincoln • Restoration London • Portsmouth Age of Empire •..
Ninth series of the popular BBC documentary strand exploring the nature and history of all 9,000 miles of the British coastline. Experts including Neil Oliver, Nicholas Crane, Ruth Goodman and Miranda Krestovnikoff offer comment on issues as diverse as how Greenwich became the global centre of sea navigation and what becomes of our coastline in the winter months. The episodes comprise: 'The Channel', 'Secret Paths to Hidden Treasure', '..
Comedian Dave Gorman's latest experiment finds him setting off on a journey to see if it's still possible to live in America without giving any money to 'The Man'. He's travelling coast to coast and he's not staying in any chain hotels, eating in any chain restaurants or filling up at any chain gas stations. On this journey, only independent Mom and Pop businesses will do. Of course, travelling unchained in a chained world is tricky. Wh..
King Tut's Mystery Tomb Opened DVD: Dr. Zahi Hawass, Head of Egypt's Supreme Council of Antiquities, has announced that he believes tomb KN63 - first discovered in the Valley of the Kings in February of 2006, belongs to Queen Kiya, mother of King Tutankhamun, King Tut's Mystery Opened tracks the intensely emotional and scientific investigations into the identity of the first tomb discovered in the Valley of the Kings in more than 80 yea..
Focusing on the most important discoveries from the world of the ancient Egyptians, this series journeys back in time to explore three legends: Howard Carter's discovery of Tutankhamun's treasure-laden tomb, the Great Belzoni's finds from the reign of Ramesses II and Jean-Francois Champollion's deciphering of the hieroglyphs. Discover the secrets, the myths and the truths behind one of the greatest civilisations in history - a world nea..
British historical documentary series in which presenter Bettany Hughes gives an account of the history of the Roman Empire and its pivotal moments in time...
Francesco Da Mosto, the charismatic presenter, author and architect takes us on a sweeping tour of the art, history and beauty of Italy. Francesco leaves Venice, his birthplace and home, and heads south to Sicily in an open-top Alfa Romeo. From the romantic north, through the beautiful cities of Florence, Siena and Assisi to Rome and Naples at the heart of the country, Francesco gives us a true insider's guide to the land he loves. And..
Francesco's Venice brings us the epic story of Venice, seen through the eyes of Francesco da Mosto, a descendent of one of the oldest and most distinguished Venetian families, whose ancestral history is inextricably intertwined with 'La Serenissima'.Francesco gives us a fascinating insight into one of the most beautiful cities in the world: the places, events and people that have sculpted Venice through the ages. He explores hidden g..
Scottish comedian Frankie Boyle travels across Scotland meeting with different people as he explores the culture, history and customs of the nation.The episodes are: 'Aberdeen to Oban', 'Edinburgh to Aberdeen', 'Glasgow to Ayr' and 'Oban to Glasgow'...
Michael Palin's fascinating journey around the 18 countries on the Pacific Rim. "This is the richest, longest, most ambitious and most exhausting of all the jouneys. There was so much to do and so many different terrains, climates, foods and illnesses to experience that at one point it seemed like we were engaged on the ultimate new olympic event - Full Circling." Michael Palin. Michael's journey through all the countries bordering the ..
Every episode from all seven series of the travel programme presented by Paul Murton. Scotland was once avoided by travellers due to its hostile environment but many changes have taken place since the beginning of tourism in the country two centuries ago. Using the Victorian book 'Black's Picturesque Guide to Scotland', Paul goes on different tours to discover how the country became a destination of choice for many, exploring its histor..
All six episodes from the fifth series of the travel programme presented by Paul Murton. Scotland was once avoided by travellers due to its hostile environment but many changes have taken place since the beginning of tourism in the country two centuries ago. In this series, the explorer ventures to many of the country's remote islands including Lewis, Harris, Shetland and Skye. The episodes are: 'West is Best', 'Atlantic Frontier', 'Isl..
Every episode from the sixth series of the travel programme presented by Paul Murton. Scotland was once avoided by travellers due to its hostile environment but many changes have taken place since the beginning of tourism in the country two centuries ago. In this series, the historian continues to explore the country's islands using his Victorian guidebook, 'Black's Picturesque Tourist of Scotland'...
Every episode from the seventh series of the travel programme presented by Paul Murton. Scotland was once avoided by travellers due to its hostile environment but many changes have taken place since the beginning of tourism in the country two centuries ago. In this series, the historian continues to explore the country's islands using his Victorian guidebook, 'Black's Picturesque Tourist of Scotland'...
The acclaimed artist and broadcaster travels across the US, applying his unique artist-anthropologist s eye to unpicking the tribal and cultural conflicts that underlie this deeply divided nation.Grayson Perry's Big American Road Trip sees the acclaimed artist and broadcaster travelling across the US, applying his unique artist-anthropologist s eye to unpicking the tribal and cultural conflicts that underlie this deeply divided nation..
Christopher Timothy and Peter Davison get behind the wheel of the 1936 designed Morgan 4/4 and set out on a series of road trips along some of Britain s most beautiful vintage roads. Taking inspiration from old travel guides of the day and travelling the most iconic sights of the regions, they experience the thrills of the era when Britain first fell in love with the motor car and when the open road was a gateway to adventure and explor..
Simon Reeve presents this travel documentary which sees him travel across Greece, Turkey and Burma as he explores the culture of these places, visiting some of their most stunning locations as well as finding out about some of the most contentious issues troubling each country today...
All the episodes from the British historical television series presented by historian Bettany Hughes. The show follows her journey around the Greek islands as she stops off at various locations along the way to learn many facets of Greek history...
Griff Rhys Jones explores Britain in this eight-part ITV documentary. Throughout the series, the Welsh comedian travels to locations including Sussex, the Scottish Highlands, Dartmoor National Park, Whitby and the Lake District to examine what makes these uniquely British landscapes so special. The episodes are: 'South Downs', 'Estuaries', 'Highlands', 'Moors', 'Coasts', 'Lakes', 'Wolds' and 'Borders'...
Guy Martin presents this three-part Channel 4 documentary in which he travels around China to learn more about its industrial development and technological advancement. On his cross-country journey, Guy builds an electric motorbike in a factory in Chongqing, explores the Yangtze River and visits the cities of Shanghai and Beijing, where he tries his hand at rickshaw racing and learns about the lifestyle of the country's new super-rich. ..
Adrian Munsey presents this collection of short films exploring the landscapes of Great Britain, accompanied with music from the English Sinfonia and the Prague Philharmonic Orchestra. The films are: 'The Sky Inside', 'Incognito', 'Forgotten', 'A Wider Sky' and 'My Film'...
Three-part documentary series presented by author and historian Simon Sebag Montefiore in which he explores the history of Jerusalem. The programmes cover issues such as the city's significance to the three Abrahamic religions and the impact of new faith Islam, the Crusaders' attempt to regain control of Jerusalem and the conflict that still exists there today. Episodes comprise: 'Wellspring of Holiness', 'Invasion, Invasion, Invasion' ..
Three-part ITV travel series following Joanna Lumley as she discloses unseen footage from her travels throughout the world and also reveals what she loves most about making her travelogues...
Three-part ITV travel series following Joanna Lumley as she explores the country of her birth. Born in Srinagar, Kashmir and Jammu in 1946, a year before the country gained independence from the British Empire, Lumley returns to the country to explore its history and her family's own place in it. Beginning in the far south of the country, Lumley visits the temple city of Madurai before having an audience with the Dalai Lama and visiting..
Joanna Lumley travels across two of the most enigmatic countries in the Caribbean Cuba and Haiti to explore, uncover and share the hidden gems that these countries have to offer. Across two episodes, Joanna will kick off her adventure in the back of a classic car in Havana, outlining her 1500-mile Caribbean adventure. The twists and turns of history have seen these two Caribbean neighbours be colonised, populated by slaves, blighted by ..
BBC nature series exploring the canal walks of the UK.The programme is presented by Julia Bradbury, and follows her as she discovers some peaceful new tours of the countryside.The locations are: 'Llangollen', 'Wochester and Birmingham', 'Caledonian' and 'Kennet and Avon'...
Documentary series in which explorer Levison Wood undertakes an expedition to travel 2600 miles through the Caucasus mountain range between Russia and Iran, along the way encountering people from all walks of life...
Collection of Channel 4 documentaries in which explorer and former paratrooper Levison Wood undertakes three extreme walking expeditions. In 'Walking the Nile' (2015) Wood aims to become the first person to walk the length of the River Nile over the course of nine months. In 'Walking the Himalayas' (2015) Wood sets out to walk the length of the Himalayas, from Afghanistan to Bhutan. In 'Walking the Americas' (2017) Wood ventures 1800 mi..
Silent documentary focusing on the city of London. Set to an original composition by James McWilliam, and filmed in over 200 locations, the film depicts modern life in the capital of the UK, from its diverse multiculturalism to its architecture, wildlife and nature, tourism, nightlife and everyday leisurely scenes...
On his 10,000-mile journey, Martin stops off at Hawaii as he explores the devastating impact of volcanic eruptions before visiting Alaska and its incredible glaciers and vast mountains...
Simon Reeve embarks on an extraordinary four-part journey around the Mediterranean, uncovering the wild extremes that lie behind the tourist veneer...
Michael Palin takes us on a conquest of the globe in under eighty day as he sets out to recreate the famous fictional journey of Phileas Fogg...
From the lost world of Amazonia to the buzzing metropolis of Rio de Janeiro, Michael Palin meets the people and visits the places that shape this fascinating nation. In his inimitable style, Michael Palin explores this vast country of incredible contrasts. He travels by river-boat, float-plane and on foot to visit tribes deep in the jungle; experiences the heady mix of Rio de Janeiro and the African-inspired culture of Sao Luis; Recife ..
Michael Palin travels the world in the footsteps for the great adventurer and writer. What struck me most forcibly in my researches was that Ernest Heminway, boozer , brawler and dangerous friend, loved to travel. He lived most of his working life outside America in places like Spain, France, and Cuba. And he wrote powerfully well about these places." Michael Palin. One hundred years after the birth of Ernest Hemingway, Palin follows hi..
Michael Pain's latest voyage of discovery sees him venture into territory once forbidden - the new Europe previously shrouded behind the Iron Curtain. Now the Iron Curtain has lifted and the Cold War is over, Michael can enjoy a new freedom to roam unhindered across an unexplored swathe of his own continent. From Estonia in the north of Turkey in the south, where Europe reaches out to Asia across the Bosphorus, Michaels journey takes hi..
Having completed travelling around the World in 80 days, Michael Palin set out to travel along the 30 degree East line of longtitude - from the North to the South Pole. This, however, proved much more of a challenge and Palin, and his film crew, managed to use most modes of transport to travel through 17 countries over 5 months...
This series sees the much-loved TV traveller revisit his famous documentary series.In intimate conversation, and using his personal archive, he reflects on how he got addicted to travel, and reveals the challenges he faced making these ground-breaking series. In addition, famous fans including Simon Reeve and Joanna Lumley explain how Michael inspired them to go on adventures of their own...
This series sees the much-loved TV traveller revisit his famous documentary series.In intimate conversation, and using his personal archive, he reflects on how he got addicted to travel, and reveals the challenges he faced making these ground-breaking series. In addition, famous fans including Simon Reeve and Joanna Lumley explain how Michael inspired them to go on adventures of their own...
The Complete Journeys Part One: Great Railway Journeys. Around The World In 80 Days. Pole To Pole. Full Circle. Part Two: Hemingway Adventure. Sahara. Himalaya. New Europe. Around The World In 20 Years...
Over a century ago, filmmakers Sagar Mitchell and James Kenyon roamed the British Isles filming the everyday lives of people at work and play. This programme is a unique and vivid record of Ireland at the start of the twentieth century. The Mitchell & Kenyon Collection contains some twenty-six films made in Ireland between May 1901 and December 1902 in association with three travelling film exhibitors - the North American Animated Photo..
Everyone who loves an adventure should travel to Namibia, the precious corner of our world full of incredible natural wonders. The experience of endless landscapes and an unparalleled blaze of color make Namibia unforgettable. Namibia - The Spirit Of Wilderness invites you on a trip whose fascination will never let you go: From the Namib Desert over the breath-taking Fish River Canyon to the spectacular Etosha National Park where you wi..
The complete 5 part BBC series.Author and adventurer Simon Reeve embarks on another epic journey, this time across North America. He finds a vast and varied continent, with glaciers, deserts and jungles, where great wealth exists alongside punishing poverty, political divisions and human drama. Simon takes in the grand beauty of the Rockies and the rugged splendour of America’s West Coast forests. He meets Montana cowboys facing an un..
100 years after the Russian Revolution, Simon Reeve embarks on an extraordinary journey...
Reader's Digest documentary exploring some of the most scenic routes on British and Irish waterways. 'Scotland and Ireland' includes a journey to Lough Neagh, the largest freshwater lake in both Northern Ireland and the UK as a whole. 'Wales and the South' takes a look at the River Severn and the tidal surge known as the Severn Bore, which surfers flock to for a unique experience. 'Midlands and the North' examines the role canals played..
Pre-OrderScotland is home to some of the world’s most well-known, romantic and rugged locations. From the Borders to the Islands, from Loch Ness to Edinburgh Castle, these names conjure up grand and majestic visions. But how well do we really know them? What if you could get your own private tour and pull back the curtain on the familiar destinations we all love?In a warm, light-hearted but always informative journey, comedian Susan Calman loo..
BBC documentary series presented by historian Ruth Goodman and archaeologists Peter Ginn and Tom Pinfold. As they set out on their journey to Guedelon in the Burgundy region of France, Ruth, Peter and Tom prepare themselves to take part in the biggest, most ambitious archaeological project ever undertaken. They are becoming part of an experiment that began back in 1997 to build a medieval castle from scratch using only the tools and mat..
All four parts of the third series of the historical documentary presented by Alan Titchmarsh.The documentary follows Alan and a variety of celebrity guests as he explores all that The National Trust has to offer, and uncovers the history behind its greatest landmarks and heritage sites.The episodes are: 'Erddig', 'Shugborough Hall', 'Mount Stuart' and 'Dunham Massey'...
All six episodes of the BBC series on the history of China presented by historian Michael Wood. The documentary looks at different themes predominant in Chinese culture, including the importance of ancestors and China's history as a significant international trader of silk, and covers the country's history from the Tang dynasty to the final Qing empire...
Robson Green presents this eight-part series in which he journeys around his home county of Northumberland. Robson explores the county and its history as he camps in Britain's remotest location, visits Hadrian's Wall and Alnwick Castle, travels through the countryside and coastline and talks to some Northumbrians along the way...
Three-part BBC travel series following comedian and TV presenter Sue Perkins as she journeys along the Ganges. Her voyage takes her from the source of the river in the Himalayas, through the sacred city of Varanasi to its delta in the Bay of Bengal, meeting locals, learning about life on the river and contemplating its future, along the way...
Now he's turned 40 and has officially hit middle age, it's time for him to re-assess his life. In this funny and entertaining new series, Karl embarks on a trip around the globe to find out how other cultures approach marriage, kids, finding happiness, discovering your vocation and dealing with death, while imparting his own words of wisdom about life along the way. Throughout his journey he experiences everything from a drive-through w..
Travel documentary series presented by Karl Pilkington. After turning 40, Karl decides it is time to re-evaluate his life and travels abroad (this time of his own accord) to experience how other cultures deal with coming-of-age issues. Karl explores the reasons why people get married, have a job and bring up children and shares his experiences of coping with death. Will Karl discover the secret to true happiness? Series 1 episodes are: ..
Series 1: Karl Pilkington embarks on a trip around the globe to find out how other cultures approach marriage, kids, finding happiness, discovering your vocation and dealing with death, while imparting his own words of wisdom about life along the way. Throughout his journey he experiences everything from a drive-through wedding chapel n Vegas, to a pain party in Mexico, while even finding time to help midwives deliver a baby in Bali as ..
Travel documentary series presented by Karl Pilkington. After turning 40, Karl decides it is time to re-evaluate his life and travels abroad (this time of his own accord) to experience how other cultures deal with a variety of life's biggest issues. Will Karl discover the secret to true happiness? The episodes are: 'Art', 'Identity', 'How to Live Your Life', 'The Body', 'Waste' and 'Time'...
In the summer of 1924 Claude Friese-Greene, a pioneer of colour cinematography, set out from Cornwall with the aim of recording life on the road between Land's End and John O'Groats. Entitled The Open Road, his remarkable ground-breaking travelogue was conceived as a series of shorts, 26 episodes in all, to be shown weekly at the cinema. Claude's experimental colour process failed to reach a large audience owing to heavy flicker and col..
Meticulously researched and beautifully filmed, The Story Of Ireland is the definitive 21st Century account of Ireland's remarkable past. Presented by Fergal Keane, this expansive and outward-looking series offers an authoritative reappraisal of Ireland's dramatic past, looking at the evolution of the country in a global context and challenging some of the potent myths that have become an accepted facet of the country's history. It foll..
All the episodes from the first series of the travel documentary which examines the world's most interesting and picturesque railway journeys, narrated by Bill Nighy.The episodes are: 'Canada', 'North Spain', 'New Zealand', 'Wales', 'Norway' and 'Switzerland'...
All the episodes from the first two series of the documentary which follows the day-to-day running of the popular heritage railway based in the North Yorkshire Moors, narrated by Mark Addy..
Tony Robinson gives the past a good kick up the bottom in this entertaining tour through British history.The actor takes a fresh and humorous look at British history, ‘from the bottom up’. Instead of the usual stories of the powerful, rich and famous, this is history through the eyes of the common people. We explore their everyday lives: how they washed, ate and made a living; and also how the behaviour of those who ruled the land aff..
All four episodes from the first series of the comedy travel programme presented by Richard Ayoade. In these episodes, Richard travels with Kathy Burke to Barcelona, takes Adam Hills to Istanbul, sees Iceland with Jessica Hynes and visits Marrakech with Stephen Mangan...
This series is a rare opportunity to explore five of Britain's finest stately homes. This is not just about some of the world's best-loved buildings, spectacular as they are; it is about the treasures within which tell a human story. Burghley House: In this programme Selina Scott explores Burghley House, Lincolnshire. This fabulous house was built by William Cecil, Lord High Treasurer to Elizabeth I, starting in 1555. It took 32 years. ..
Out of StockFollowing his acclaimed journeys around the Equator and the Tropic of Capricorn, Simon Reeve embarks on his most ambitious tropical adventure yet: circling the Tropic of Cancer, the northern border of Earth's tropical region through 18 countries. Simon's extraordinary journey takes him from the paradise beaches of Mexico's Pacific Coast, across the Caribbean, the Sahara, crossing borders in North Africa closed to foreigners for decades ..
BBC documentary series in which Dan Snow, Anita Rani and Ade Adepitan take a behind-the-scenes look at how some of the world's busiest cities operate, including Mexico City, Hong Kong, Moscow and Delhi. The trio uncovers the systems underpinning life in the bustling metropolises and examine their infrastructure whilst finding out a little more about their history and meeting locals who reveal what it's like to live there...
