Tag Archives: Travel Documentaries

Travel Tour: Iceland And Alaska’s Frozen Wonders

TRACKS – Travel Documentaries (December 2, 2024): Outdoor filmmaker Jeff Aiello and his Emmy Award-Winning team embark on a thrilling adventure on Alaska’s Kenai River, where the group fishes for sockeye salmon, hikes through lush temperate forests, and visits the historic seaside town of Homer, including the iconic Salty Dog Saloon.

They also travel to Iceland, exploring breathtaking sites like Diamond Beach, Gullfoss, and the remote highlands, showcasing the raw beauty and untouched wilderness of these extraordinary destinations.

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Travel: Exploring The World’s Greatest Cities

TRACKS – Travel Documentaries (October 12, 2024): Explore the vibrant blend of modernity and tradition in cities like Hong Kong, showcasing its futuristic skyline and cultural heritage. Throughout this 4 hour marathon, prepare to whisked away to other global cities like New York, Sydney, and Rome, highlighting their unique character, architectural feats, and rich histories.

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Travel & History: ‘Journey To The Heart Of Egypt’

TRACKS – Travel Documentaries (September 21, 2024): Experience the thrilling journey through Egypt’s timeless allure, where you’ll discover ancient temples and pyramids while unravelling the secrets of mummification.

Witness how these grand traditions continue to resonate in modern Egypt, where ancient rituals blend seamlessly with contemporary faith, as the living pay tribute to the deceased with heartfelt prayers, vibrant processions, and the promise of a celestial afterlife.

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Medieval Italy: “Echoes Of Popes & Power” In Anagni

TRACKS – Travel Documentaries (August 6, 2024): Anagni, a medieval jewel in Italy’s crown, whispers the echoes of popes and ancient power through its storied streets and majestic cathedral. Its intricate Cosmatesque art and historical significance paint a vivid portrait of a city that has long been a beacon of spiritual and artistic heritage.

Travel & Nature: A Wildlife Tour Of The French Alps

TRACKS – Travel Documentaries (July 21, 2024): Delve into the natural wonders of the French Alps with “Great Places Of The World.” Witness the nesting rituals of storks, explore protected deciduous forests, and encounter elusive lynxes and mountain goats against the backdrop of Europe’s stunning alpine landscapes.

From the bustling activity of springtime storks to the tranquil beauty of northern forests, immerse yourself in the diverse ecosystems and unique wildlife of this enchanting region.

Travel: Coastal Canada’s Vancouver Islands Tour

TRACKS – Travel Documentaries (June 15, 2024): British Columbia’s Central Coast, is a region renowned for its remote and awe-inspiring landscapes. From beautiful coastal islands to towering glacial ice fields, there is much to be seen of the Vancouver Islands.

The documentary starts at Johnston Strait before moving further north to the Queen Charlotte Strait and the Broughton Archipelago, coming across stunning natural landscapes and historical sites of the First Nations peoples.

Travel In Greece: Touring The Mountains Of Epirus

TRACKS – Travel Documentaries (March 23, 2024): From mountain ranges with snow dusted peaks and the clear blue sea, the beautiful country of Greece boasts 13,000 km of shoreline.

Today we look at the region of Epirus, starting in the wilderness near the Albanian border, we go through little mountain villages to the historically significant town of Ioannina and then then all the way down to the Ambracian Gulf. Learn about the lives of locals in the area, from shepherds, herb collectors, tavern owners, and the caretaker of a cliffside monastery.

Documentary: Albania’s Enchanted Mountains

TRACKS – Travel Documentaries (February 4, 2024) – For decades Albania has been completely sealed off from the outside world. Hardly anywhere else are bias and reality as far apart as here. Albania is poor, but it is also rich. Rich in mountains and a diversity of landscapes.

A country with warm-hearted people and a Mediterranean lifestyle. Lying on the western edge of the Balkan Peninsula, only a couple of hours from most of Europe the first part of our journey takes us to the north of the country to the Albanian Alps, near the border of Montenegro.

Travel & Culture: Desert Peoples Of Mauritania (HD)

Mauritania, officially the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, is a sovereign state in Northwest Africa. It is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west, Western Sahara to the north and northwest, Algeria to the northeast, Mali to the east and southeast, and Senegal to the southwest.

In human cultures in general, and perhaps particularly in Africa, the landscape is the first shrine of tradition. From the sand dunes of Mauritania to the currents of River Senegal, to the Lions of the Beninese savannah to the spirits of the forests of Gabon, this series explores the origin, the nature and the survival of deep links between several populations in West Africa and their habitat.

Each episode takes us to discover an emblematic landscape: the river (Senegal), the desert (Mauritania), the forest (Gabon) and the savannah (Benin). A compass of escape and meeting which rests on two main pillars: the spectacular character of the places, often classified with the UNESCO world heritage, and the charisma of the main characters who are transmitters of their respective traditions.

Extreme Sports: Norway’s ‘Finnmarksløpet Dogsled Race’ – Europe’s Toughest

The Finnmarksløpet in Norway is the longest and toughest dogsled race in Europe. Among this year’s competitors are Ben Voigt from Germany and 20-year-old native Hanna Lyrek. It’s a race that is always full of surprises and setbacks.