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"Explore the more than 13,000 miles of roadways and byways of one of the nation's most fascinating and unique landscapes--Alaska"--Container.

Narrated by Donald Sutherland, this thrilling documentary chronicles a brave group of scientists on their 430-day adventure discovering the Earth's most fascinating and isolated continent, Antarctica.

Includes two programs: Visions of Greece, which covers the most famous cities and sites, and Visions of Greece: Off the beaten path, which features rarely visited locales. Also includes nearly an hour of bonus footage not seen on PBS.

Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco is called the entry to west US. From Twin Peaks you'll have a wonderful view of the city. We'll walk through downtown and on the famous Lombard Street you'll meet one of the symbols of San Francisco - the Cable Car. After visiting the most famous prison Alcatraz we'll go to Sausalito, where people live on houseboats and of course we cannot miss the Chinatown. On the Panamerican Highway we'll get through Monterey...

In this collection of No Reservations, Tony pushes himself even more. Things are going to be a little more difficult for Tony this time around. Political, moral, class or philosophical issues trouble some of these places. Tony brings his clear eye, curious nature, big appetite and unique sense of humor to every destination and every episode in this collection. And as always, the food is only the first glimpse of a wider view of how people live their...

Get a crash course in Maori bone carving, brave whitewater rapids on river boards, get a hot-air balloon view of the land used to film The Lord of the Rings, kayak along the North Island coast, visit the site local tribes signed a treaty with Europeans, and more.

The Himalayas are defined by superlatives. They defy both description and comprehension while at the same time teaching us about the awesome power and grandeur of nature. Born during the ice ages, they form the highest mountain range in the world, and reach across Asia for two thousand miles. The mountains themselves are considered sacred. These are mountains that will take your breath away!

A visual itinerary, an emotional visit to a family's homeland, a souvenir of the trip of a lifetime, or the virtual realization of a fantasy vacation - whatever the inspiration, one thing's certain - locations like this won't be seen any other way.

Takes a look at what it's like to live and work in Antarctica, following people who work to keep the stations and equipment running so scientists can complete their work.

Explore the heart of the Amazonian rainforest, celebrate Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, visit the glaciers of Patagonia, scale volcanoes, wander through the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu and the Lost City of the Tayrona, trek to Angel Falls or tango till dawn in Buenos Aires! Globe Trekker's Ultimate South America three-DVD Set offers all these experiences and more!