The Indonesian islands of Java and Sumatra are located in the South China Sea. The largest and most developed of the Indonesian archipelago they are a dichotomy of modern and ancient cultures. From shopping malls and snarls of ... [More]

Shilpa Mehta explores just two contrasting islands of the thirteen thousand that make up Indonesia – Bali and Sulawesi, from volcano hikes to colourful New Year's celebrations and epic Torajan funerals. The DVD version contains ... [More]

In the heart of South East Asia, modern Malaysia is a vibrant mix of different cultures - Malay, Chinese, Indian, and indigenous people. It has some of the oldest rainforests on the planet, bordered by the beautiful beaches of ... [More]

With 25 states, a population of nearly a billion people, 18 recognised languages, and a range of religions unparalleled anywhere, India is a land of contrasts. ... [More]

"Land of the Maharajas: Merchants and Maharajas" takes you to the northern part of Rajasthan. After a quick day tour in New Delhi and its surroundings we visit the magnificently painted havelis of Shekhawati, Jhunjhunu, Mandawa ... [More]

Far away in a remote corner of Micronesia lies a treasure trove of history, and a place where divers can go to remember and honor our forebears. Truk Lagoon is a graveyard of ships that went down in World War II during operation ... [More]

Wakatobi is such a remote place, far from just about everywhere, but people go there in search of pristine reefs and a sense of adventure. Our host, Anat, and the camera crew spent two amazing weeks here in one of the best-preserved ... [More]

The island of Yap, in the Federated States of Micronesia, is one of those faraway places with that you may have learned about in high school geography class, but promptly forgot about once the test was over. Of course this is ... [More]

The famous white beaches of the island of Borocay are waiting for your visit! Whether snorkeling in clear waters or gazing at an active volcano you'll be happy you learned some Tagalog 101 to enhance your travels. This ... [More]

Rendezvous...in Thailand, one of the world's most exotic destinations. Experience a kingdom shrouded in Oriental mystique and imagery of ancient Siam, and discover the gentle, friendly spirit of the Thai people, who welcome visitors ... [More]