Sat, Jan 24, 2009
If Nature has a crown, then these are its jewels: the Maldives. The wildlife glitters, the waters sparkle and the beaches shine. The islands are probably the most perfect place in the world for water-sports: with jet-skiing, surfing, diving and sailing all on offer in the warn waters of the Indian Ocean. Experience it all in this fifth episode of Ultimate Journeys.
2005
Ultimate Adventures: Vietnam is a high definition journey through a country that has remained hidden from the world for much of the 20th century. Once sealed by a Communist regime, Vietnam is now at peace. From the city to countryside, Hanoi to Saigon, this fifth episode ventures off the beaten track with top guides to get an inside track on this fascinating country.
2005
Graceful manta rays, elegant but deadly sharks, rare and elusive crocodiles-- Micronesia's marine lfe is one of the most diverse on the planet. Above water, 2,000 islands make up a paraside in the Southern Seas, where indigenous populations keep their ancient culture alive. Featured with stunning visuals in this fourth episode, Micronesia is the ideal place for an Ultimate Journey.
2005
After decades of blinkered existence, controlled by a strict Communist regime, Shanghai has woken up to a new and exciting future. This captivating third episode uncovers the marvels of post-Communist Shanghai. This sprawling metropolis is one of the most exciting cities on earth-- a place where the ancient and modern collide like nowhere else.
Sat, Jan 31, 2009
Captures in this fifth episode with breathtaking visuals, New Zealand is one of the most diverse and fascinating habitats in the world. Visits to volcanic islands, walking across huge swaths of uninhabited wild land, trying out some extreme sports and meeting the friendly inhabitants - all this makes New Zealand one of the most attractive and exciting destinations
2005
From Tokyo, the technology capitol of the world to a romantic mountain landscape of monks and mystery; there can be few Ultimate Journeys that offer such contrast as Japan. This fourth episode show cases Japan in all its diversity-- From youthful Buddhists to graceful Geisha, the people of Japan strive to balance modernity and technology with tradition.