A risky expedition along thoroughfares that harbor mortal danger for those who use them or live on them. They run through deserts, ice, and snow, deep in the jungle, along water, and over mountains: the world's most dangerous roads, truly "hot roads." Many have died along these roads.
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During a career spanning more than fifteen years, Simon has visited over a hundred countries on six different continents, experiencing epic landscapes and uncovering moving and dramatic human stories. Now, he catches up with some of the memorable characters he’s met along the way, as well as revealing behind the scenes moments and exploring some of the huge changes he’s witnessed while travelling around the world.
With the 00s now firmly in our rear view mirror, the decade is ripe for re-evaluation. From 9/11 to the financial crisis, the decade shows not only a period of turmoil in the United States but its also a golden age when the Internet hadnt been colonized by corporations, when social media was still young and fresh and when it was easy to make money.
From space, the US appears to be an immense single land mass hemmed between the planet's two greatest oceans. Look a little closer, however, and you notice something else. All around its coastline floats a gauntlet of countless islands.
Don Spike's special journey abroad begins to open a pop-up restaurant in Korea. Don Spike starts a new challenge with a cheerful assistant, Kim Dong Jun and a reliable helper, John Park. They keep eating various food in the daytime and focus on developing new recipes at night. They try to make new and better dishes and try to localize them to fit Korean people's taste. The newly designed dishes will be revealed in a pop-up restaurant.
Simon Reeve travels to beautiful and troubled Burma, also called Myanmar, to explore the country after the forced delocation of ethnic Rohingya Muslims from their homes.
One of the most appealing features of Japan's national road network is the various Michinoeki, literally way stations, that provide a place for motorists to rest, dine and shop. They offer information on the locality and restaurants with regional specialties, and often sell local crafts and delicacies for travelers to take home. A stop at one or more of these spots helps to make any road trip in Japan unforgettable.
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Robbie Coltrane has set himself a challenge to take a road trip across a Britain that we don't normally see. The route is from Scotland to the tip of Cornwall, stopping off at various locations - all on the scenic 'B' roads.
Tita Ureta discovers what is happening in the most important rivers around the world. Great stories, accompanied by the culture, customs, traditions and unique people of each place visited.
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Two men go backpacking to Cuba, the country full of their unique charms. For two weeks, they enjoy Che Guevara’s revolution of freedom, the exciting melody of Buena Vista Social Club, splendid old cars, and refreshment from Mojito. They find lodging by walking around, think about places to eat, sleep, and what to wear. Bargaining happens everywhere. They throw themselves into the unpredictable moments. Here are the two confused tourists with a backpack. Their travel starts now.
Documentary following Ireland's Customs teams as they, with the help of the Irish police, try to stop organised smugglers from bringing drugs, cars and even exotic animals into the country.
Breathtaking natural beauty, tolerant, safe and prosperous. That is the picture we have of Canada in the Netherlands. But is it really that paradisical, or does Trudeau's country know how to put on a mask of civility? Writer Emy Koopman travels in Paradise Canada from Vancouver to Montreal and looks at the problems brewing beneath the surface. The series delves into all the urgent themes of our time and examines the state of Canada with racism and gender equality, migration, climate change and the welfare state. Emy Koopman speaks to famous Canadian intellectuals such as Charles Taylor, Margaret Atwood and Jordan Peterson.
Survivalist Hazen Audel explores how tribal people face-off against the world’s toughest terrains—Jungles, deserts, mountains, forests, plains and desert islands. Featuring the best and most exciting moments of Hazen’s adventures so far this series will show us how different cultures have stood the test of time and survived the planet’s most extreme environments.
Travel with Christy Leung to Western Australia and Queensland, and enjoy breathtaking ocean views. Overcome her fears and go skydiving. Discover the desert on a 4-wheeler and explore the mysterious stone formations. Take on the jungle with ropes courses and get close to wildlife, including koalas, kangaroos, and quokkas. Indulge in fresh seafood and beer, and enjoy a picnic in the great outdoors.
Enjoy a fun-filled family vacation and create lasting memories together. Follow three pairs of guests on their custom-designed trips. Along the way, enjoy delicious food, exciting activities, and surprise adventures.
Bourdain travels across the globe to uncover little-known areas of the world and celebrate diverse cultures by exploring food and dining rituals. Known for his curiosity, candor, and acerbic wit, Bourdain takes viewers off the beaten path of tourist destinations – including some war-torn parts of the world – and meets with a variety of local citizens to offer a window into their lifestyles, and occasionally communes with an internationally lauded chef on his journeys.
The year is 1961 and Ingmar Bergman is making a movie. While planted on the scene as apprentice to Bergman, Vilgot Sjöman (director, I Am Curious–Yellow, 1967), suggests to Swedish Television that they take the opportunity to record with the acclaimed director. In August, Sjöman and the television crew begin to capture what would become a comprehensive five-part documentary on the making of Winter Light, offering views of script development, set construction and lighting, rehearsals and editing, as well as intimate conversations with Bergman and members of his cast and crew. Footage from the film’s Swedish premiere delivers immediate audience reactions and the critics’ reviews the following day.
Australian host Steve Irwin and his wife Terri run a wildlife refuge. Their shared passion is educating the world about wildlife, including the much feared crocodile and numerous venomous snakes. Steve's specialty is the capture and relocation of crocodiles. No animal appears too threatening to Steve, his true respect for animals is the foundation for everything he does.
A unique travel show that combines selfie filming, POV, drone, social media interaction and more other nowadays filming approaches.
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5 episodes • 2011
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Manali-Leh Highway | Apr 15, 2011 | 0.0 |
| 2 | The Nawabpur Road in Dhaka | Apr 12, 2011 | 0.0 |
| 3 | The Adriatic Highway | Apr 14, 2011 | 0.0 |
| 4 | The Hot Routes of Mali | Apr 1, 2011 | 0.0 |
| 5 | The Long Road to Siberia | Apr 13, 2011 | 0.0 |
5 episodes • 2015
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
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| 1 | The Road to Death in the Andes | Jul 6, 2015 | 0.0 |
| 2 | The Racing Cyclists of Burundi | Jul 7, 2015 | 0.0 |
| 3 | The Sichuan Tibet Highway | Jul 8, 2015 | 0.0 |
| 4 | The Philippine Serpentines | Jul 10, 2015 | 0.0 |
| 5 | The Canadian Ice Roads | Jul 9, 2015 | 0.0 |
6 episodes • 2024
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
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| 1 | Camels and Trucks in Rajasthan | Jun 24, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 2 | British Columbia’s Bella Coola Highway | Jun 25, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 3 | On Tanzania’s Dusty Roads | Jun 26, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Georgia's Abano Pass | Jun 27, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 5 | The Trans Sulawesi Highway | Jun 28, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 6 | Navigating Norway's Arctic Roads | Jun 28, 2024 | 0.0 |
6 episodes • 2026
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
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| 1 | From Colombia's Caribbean Coast to the Desert | Mar 9, 2026 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Guinea’s Adventurous Trade Routes | Mar 9, 2026 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Pakistan’s Karakoram Highway | Mar 10, 2026 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Madeira’s Wild Mountain Roads | Mar 10, 2026 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Turkey's Notorious D915 | Mar 11, 2026 | 0.0 |
| 6 | Through Patagonia on Chile’s Carretera Austral | Mar 11, 2026 | 0.0 |