*NEW - Caste System, The: India
India is often called the world’s largest democracy. Despite the country’s modernization, the population still divides itself into a kind of system that has long characterized life in India: the caste system. In this film we start by looking at how the interpretation of Hinduism in India influences the way people thi Read More...
*NEW - Places In The World: The Middle East
We are going to visit the Middle East region where we will learn about its nature, climate, history, population, and resources. We will take a tour of some exciting geographical locations, such as Cairo, the Dead Sea, and the region’s highest mountain! We will look into conflicts that have affected the region, how cl Read More...
*NEW - World Is Yours, The
This travel series visits different continents, countries, cities, and towns to explore their unique cultures, history, attractions, sports, art, food, music, and more. A dynamic series for the whole family that circles the globe taking viewers on an exciting journey of discovery.Episode 1: China, The Grand Canyon & IndiaEpi Read More...
*NEW - World's Most Scenic Railway Journeys, The
Rolling past snow-capped peaks, fairy-tale castles, and breathtaking natural wonders, The World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys is an unforgettable ride through some of the most spectacular landscapes on Earth. From New Zealand, Sri Lanka, and the sweeping Scottish Highlands, to a Mexican odyssey, an Arctic expedition, and Read More...
Come Wild With Us Series
Take a fast-paced adventure to fascinating places in and around South Africa’s national parks. In the fun-packed episodes, you will see places and meet people that you would never even dream existed. The series unravels the mysteries of the natural world and imparts a sense of wonder and respect for Nature in young pe Read More...
Destinations: The Americas
(Originally $375, now $225 series) Recommended: Booklist Filmed entirely on location from Northern Canada to South America's southern tip, this ongoing travel series invites discovery of the most s Read More...
Discover China: World Heritage Sites Series
Recommended: Educational Media Reviews Online A landmark documentary series unlocking the mysteries of the Middle Kingdom, past and present, by exploring its incredible natural and cultural diversity. Years in the making, this series travels to 19 World Heritage sites to give a stunning, detailed perspective of China and Read More...
Globe Trekker Presents: Ottomans vs. Christians
The Mediterranean Sea may be a beautiful tourist destination today but in the 16th century it was the central arena for an almighty power struggle between Christian Europe and the formidable Muslim Ottoman Empire. It was a conflict not just for the power and wealth but for cultural and religious supremacy that lasted nearly thre Read More...
Great Cemeteries Of The World Series
Recommended Library JournalHave you ever considered a cemetery to be a living museum? Well it is!It's what remains after everything else is gone. If you haven't spent time at a cemetery you're missing one of life's most interesting places. Aesthetically they're beautiful, Read More...
Historic Hotels of America Series
Enrich Travel & History Collections With These American TreasuresProduced in cooperation with the National Trust for Historic Preservation and shot entirely on location throughout the US, this series features some of the most prestigious and historic hotels in the nation. Each program highlights the facilities and unique Read More...
Impossible Planet
Recommended: Video Librarian, Educational Media Reviews Online Our planet generates an incredible amount of extraordinary phenomenon. A lot of these wonders can be reasonably explained but others baffle even the most experienced scientists.Impossible Planet takes viewers on a journey around the globe to Read More...
Karena & Kasey's Foreign Flavors Series
Crowned the youngest ever winners of MasterChef, self-taught cooking sensations, Karena and Kasey Bird, are taking on the world one plate at a time! In this exciting series, Kasey and Karena, who have barely traveled in their own country, let alone the rest of the world, embark on an epic 10-stop tour around the globe. From Read More...
Magnificent Italia Series
Recommended Video Librarian Take an unprecedented journey through Italy. Soar high above the magnificent peaks of the Alps, to the rural fields of Tuscany, to the breathtaking coastal regions of Umbria and Basilicata, to the romantic canals of Venice and to the historical streets of ancient Rome. Bear witness to an inexhau Read More...
Mekong Region, The: The Soul of Southeast Asia Series
Highly Recommended: Educational Media Reviews Online For the armchair traveler or those who wish to learn more about the culture and current way of life of an area before a trip, The Mekong Region: Soul Of Southeast Asia provides an in-depth look at one of the fastest growing travel destinations in the world. Southeast Asi Read More...
Mountains & Life Series
Celebrating the most epic landscapes on Earth!Mountains and Life journeys to the rooftop places of our world to meet the people who cherish, honour, and fight for them. From farmers, artists, and rescue teams, to scientists, musicians, and monks, this series reveals the different ways these mountain-dwellers have adapted t Read More...
My Life On The Farm Series
25 Kids, 25 Families, 25 Farms, 25 Cultures, 25 CountriesThis cinematic series invites young learners to travel the world where they'll meet other children of other cultures and learn more about their life. Fascinating, friendly, up-close & personal this series features some very unusual and extraordinary dai Read More...
Olive Route Series, The
Documentaries inspired by Carol Drinkwater's bestselling books The Mediterranean region, one of the most beautiful and often visited areas of the world, is inextricably linked to the humble olive tree. This collection of documentaries takes an unforgettable journey across the Mediterranean, through beautiful towns and pictu Read More...
Secrets of Archaeology Series
Recommended: School Library Journal, Video LibrarianTake a virtual reality tour of history's most intriguing ancient civilizations. Uncover the secrets of the pyramids as the Pharaohs reach for immortality, walk the streets of the Eternal City of Rome, relive a step-by-step reconstruction of Pompeii under the shadow of Read More...
Secrets Of The West
Explore the history, culture and stunning landscapes of the classic American West. Join scientists and adventurers as they explore the origins of the great western movement known as manifest destiny. Engage with university professors and park officials as they take you on a personal anthropological tour of the ancient Read More...
Sites For Your Eyes, A Travel Series
Highly Recommended: Video Librarian This series casts an original eye over fourteen destinations chosen for their beauty, their authenticity and their richness. Each program reveals unique, and sometimes inaccessible, landscapes in order to bring you up close to the people that live Read More...
Summer Palace: Secret Gardens of the Last Emperor's of China Series
Recommended: Video Librarian The Summer Palace, located approximately six miles from Beijing, covers over 700 acres. Within this vast area, a wide variety of palaces, gardens, pagodas, temples and other remarkable buildings can be found, representing a miniature model of the Middle Empire, a genuine living museum of Chinese Read More...
Travel Thru History Series
Travel Thru History is a unique, Emmy nominated travel series that explores diverse cities and historical sites around the world while experiencing the cultural, archaeological and architectural features of these unique locations. Titles include: Albany & Saratoga Springs, New York We’ll take the Albany capital t Read More...
World Odysseys Series
Recommended: Video LibrarianA any time, top destination travel series that's remains relevant while the world changes.This 24-part series takes viewers on a magical trip to some of the most memorable and exotic destinations in the world. On location filming from both land and air adds a wonderful aesthetic to each episode. R Read More...
World's Best Beaches Series
Revealing their unique secrets, remarkable wildlife, and once-in-a-lifetime adventures, World’s Best Beaches is the ultimate guide to the most beautiful beaches on the planet. From surfing and swimming, to snorkeling and sailing, the series features every beach activity under the sun. Along with jaw-dropping photography, t Read More...
WORLDQuest Series
Recommended: BooklistBY EXPLORING OTHER CULTURES WE COME TO KNOW EACH OTHER, THE WORLD AND OURSELVES.This timeless 10-part series offers a comprehensive look at the development of the greatest countries the world has ever known. Journey through time to learn how these countries have blossomed into the marvels they are today. Eac Read More...