Great Destinations
Season 1 Episode 30 - Greek Islands
On the Greek Islands, history and nature collide. The Greeks, Romans, blue seas and sky. Old cities and monasteries, orange orchards, cafes, and more.
Audio Languages: English
Subtitles: English
Starring:Martin O'ReganDeborah Marshall
Directed by:Eugene ShepherdMark ShepherdGeorge Miczek
Season 1
S01:E01 - Across the USA
Visit the land of the free! See the White House, the skyscrapers of New York and Chicago, the casinos of Las Vegas, or the beautiful National Parks.
S01:E02 - Athens
Athens, Greece’s capital, is a window to the past. Visit the Acropolis, the Parthenon, and the Colosseum to see mind-blowing ancient architecture.
S01:E03 - Bali
Volcanic mountains and crater lakes interrupt the untarnished jungle on the island of Bali. Plus, Buddhist and Hindu temples hold special memories.
S01:E04 - Bangkok
Bangkok boasts skyscrapers, a floating market, a Royal Palace, buddhist monasteries, and ancient ruins of Ayutthaya, as well as gorgeous beaches.
S01:E05 - Barcelona
Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, is one of Europe’s coziest cities. Catch a soccer game, tour a cathedral, or enjoy the delicious local cuisine.
S01:E06 - Bavaria
Bavaria, Germany’s largest territory, is full of idyllic villages. However, it also has Octoberfest, medieval castles, and glittering lakes.
S01:E07 - Beijing
Beijing, China’s capital, holds over 11 million people. Its modern skyscrapers contrast the “Forbidden City,” ancient temples, and zoo with pandas.
S01:E08 - Brussels
Brussels, the center of the EU, is the capital of Europe. It has a medieval core, Grand Palace, and great museums. Plus, Waterloo is nearby.
S01:E09 - Budapest
Budapest is one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. Visit the impressive cathedrals, famous spas, and the stunning Parliament building on the Danube.
S01:E10 - Bulgarian Riviera
The Bulgarian Riviera boasts stellar new hotels, restaurants, and nightclubs. Plus, over a hundred of its historic buildings have been renovated.
S01:E11 - California
California is known for its cities, endless beaches, and sunshine. It is home to the film capital of the world and indescribable natural beauty.
S01:E12 - Canary Islands
The Canary Islands are a paradise for surfers and divers. Tourists can relax on the beach, befriend dolphins, or visit Spain’s most beautiful zoo.
S01:E13 - Corfu
Corfu’s natural flora, pine, lemon, and olive trees, set it apart from other Greek islands. It also has charming fishing villages and sea caverns.
S01:E14 - Corsica
Corsica, Napoleon’s birthplace, is an island full of high mountains, clear bays, and small, enchanting cities. Also, visit vineyards and markets.
S01:E15 - Costa Brava
Catalonia’s wild coast attracts over 50 million visitors a year. They come for the clear water, rocky bays, lovely beaches, and delicious cuisine.
S01:E16 - Costa Del Sol
“The Sunny Coast” is classically Spanish. Its 300 km long beach that once attracted the ancient Greeks now draws many tourists to its sands.
S01:E17 - Crete
Greece’s largest island holds mountains over 2500 meters tall, beautiful bays, and charming cities. It is full of history, caves, and gorges.
S01:E18 - Croatia
Croatia is blessed by an unfathomable natural richness. Its parks, lakes, waterfalls, rapids, and caves are among the most beautiful in the world.
S01:E19 - Croatian Islands
Tourists visit the smiley Croatian Islands for their cliffs, lush vegetation, romantic cities, baroque and gothic churches, and Roman ruins.
S01:E20 - Cuba
The Pearl of the Caribbean. Havana has palaces, mansions, cathedrals, and forts. Visit its famous bars, drink local rum, and light up a Cuban cigar.
S01:E21 - Cyprus
The Island of Aphrodite beckons tourists with sunny weather, diverse landscapes, and friendly locals. Cyprus is ideal for those who lie on the beach.
S01:E22 - Dalmatia
Dalmatia is a picturesque country with bays, warm-watered fjords and reefs, high cliffs, and green hills, as well as artistic and historical values.
S01:E23 - Dubai
Feel the constant, overwhelming presence of the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building. In recent years, Dubai has become synonymous with luxury.
S01:E24 - Egypt
The land of pharaohs, pyramids, and mummies. Visit the Great Pyramid of Giza, the world’s longest river (the Nile), or the coral reefs of the Red Sea.
S01:E25 - Florida
The Sunshine State. Visitors come to enjoy the sunshine, the sea, the endless sandy shore of the peninsula and the unique atmosphere of Miami.
S01:E26 - French Riviera
Monaco attracts millionaires and tourists with its beautiful beaches, amazing landscapes, and cultural relics, as well as its Formula-1 Grand Prix.
S01:E27 - Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria is the most colorful member of the Canary Islands, with long beaches, colonial-style buildings, and charming old district.
S01:E28 - Greece
The cradle of European civilization. Visit for the ancient ruins, olive tree gardens, temples, and blue bays, but stay for the delicious cuisine.
S01:E29 - Greece Chalkidiki
Chalkidiki has rich bays, huge mountains, and deep valleys as well as cultural, historical, and mythical heritages. Legends say that gods live here.
S01:E30 - Greek Islands
On the Greek Islands, history and nature collide. The Greeks, Romans, blue seas and sky. Old cities and monasteries, orange orchards, cafes, and more.
S01:E31 - Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s skyscrapers tower over the South-Chinese Sea. Visit the night market, famous harbor, floating restaurants, and iconic buildings.
S01:E32 - Hungary
Hungary is a small country with a lot of history. Besides Budapest, tourists are interested in the Puszta and the traditions of horsekeeping.
S01:E33 - Ibiza
In Ibiza, it is impossible to be bored. If you do not like sunshine, freedom, having fun, and wonderful bays, then do not travel to Ibiza.
S01:E34 - Indonesia
Indonesia is the world’s largest archipelago nation. Its flora, fauna, and geography are diverse. It has volcanoes, forests, and rice plantations.
S01:E35 - Iran
The biggest country in the Middle East. Those interested can visit snowy mountains, massive deserts, verdant oases, and beautiful turquoise mosques.
S01:E36 - Ireland
Called the Emerald Island for its endless grasslands full of mystical stone buildings from prehistoric times. Visit forts, cathedrals, and Dublin.
S01:E37 - Istanbul
In Istanbul, Europe and Asia are separated by the picturesque Gold Horn Bay. Find a busy business center and ancient core full of old monuments.
S01:E38 - Istria
Istria is a beautiful peninsula that holds parts of Croatia, Slovenia, and Italy. It has blue bays, lush vegetation, and interesting historical sites.
S01:E39 - Japan
In Japan, traditions and modern innovations live together. In Tokyo, see both skyscrapers and rickshaws, business centers and cherry trees.
S01:E40 - Jordan
One of the cradles of civilization. Visit Petra, the city carved from red stone. Or, see the mosaics of Madaba, national parks, or hot waterfalls.
S01:E41 - Kenya
In Kenya, take a safari to Tsavo and meet elephants, lions, and giraffes. Plus, visit the beaches, coral reefs, national sea parks, and a port city.
S01:E42 - Krakow
Krakow’s core, with its old streets and squares, elicits feelings of nostalgia. The city also has palaces, museums, forts, and great restaurants.
S01:E43 - Lake Balaton
Lake Balaton, surrounded by hills and with summer water temperatures of 28-29 degrees celsius, is a paradise for swimmers, yachtsmen, and surfers.
S01:E44 - London
London is iconic. Buses, taxis, phone booths, and guards. Visit Parliament, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, London Bridge, Stamford Bridge, and more.
S01:E45 - Madagascar
Madagascar is a paradise for scientists and ecotourists. Many of its endemic plants and animals can’t be found elsewhere. See baobab trees and lemurs.
S01:E46 - Madeira
A part of Portugal, Madeira is an island near the North African coast. It has a mild climate, legendary flowers, natural beauties, and great wine!
S01:E47 - Mallorca
Spain’s island Mallorca stuns with hidden bays, palm tree lanes, colorful boats, and beautiful flowers. You can also visit the palaces and cathedral.
S01:E48 - Malta-Gozo
Despite its small size, Malta attracts travelers with its megalithic temples, mighty fortresses, romantic cities, crystal clear water, and beaches.
S01:E49 - Mauritius
This isle in the Indian Ocean’s center is the real tropical paradise, with its white sand beaches, coconut palms, and turquoise blue waters.
S01:E50 - Monaco
Monaco’s elegance attracts millionaires, film stars, and athletes with its Monte Carlo Casino, Formula-1 Grand Prix, dark blue sea, and luxury yachts.
S01:E51 - Morocco
The songs of snake charmers’ pipes echo through Morocco’s bustling bazaars, ornamented buildings, and craftsmen shops, but not its silent mosques.
S01:E52 - Munich
Munich offers Oktoberfest, but also much more: neo-gothic palaces, unique cathedrals, museums and theaters, popular taverns, and an Olympic village.
S01:E53 - Mykonos
Come to Mykonos for its summer party/nightlife atmosphere, stay for the wonderful geography and waters, which can be explored by foot or catamaran.
S01:E54 - New York
The Big Apple is the largest US city. It boasts the monumental Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, and World Trade Center.
S01:E55 - Paris
The City of Light, Love, and Fashion. Visit the world-famous Louvre, Eiffel Tower, and Notre Dame; or, capture the final leg of the Tour de France.
S01:E56 - Peru
Dream yourself back into the empire of the Incas. See the secrets of the Nazca lines by plane, visit Lima and Cuzco, or hike to Machu Picchu.
S01:E57 - Phuket
If you have any doubts about visiting Thailand, well, Phuket is the answer for you! Visit its sandy beaches, fun nightlife, and exotic national park.
S01:E58 - Portugal Algarve
Algarve, Portugal’s most southern region, bathes in the sun year round. Visit its fishing villages, moor forts, temples, beaches, and lighthouses.
S01:E59 - Prague
The Golden City, the Mother of Cities, the City of 100 Spires. Visit the beautiful opera house, a century-old synagogue, the Charles Bridge, and more!
S01:E60 - Rhodes
Thousands of years ago, the Colossus welcomed seamen to Rhoades. Today, visitors come to see the Acropolis of Lindos and the Valley of Butterflies.
S01:E61 - Rome
Take any road to see the Colosseum, Triumphal Arch, and the ruins of the Forum and Circus Maximus. Plus, stop by the Vatican and other beauties.
S01:E62 - Route 66
Buckle your seatbelts and get your kicks on Route 66! Travel from Chicago to LA, with pit stops in Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, and more!
S01:E63 - Saint Petersburg
Saint Petersburg has Baroque and Classicist palaces, Saint Isaac’s Cathedral, the Peter and Paul Fortress, and the massive Hermitage art collection.
S01:E64 - Salzburg
Visit the birthplace of Mozart! It has snow-covered Alps, picturesque lakes and hills, historic concert halls, impressive palaces, and even beaches!
S01:E65 - Santorini
Standing atop Santorini’s ubiquitous white-walled buildings, one can see the endless Aegean Sea. Or, explore the volcanic caldera from a catamaran.
S01:E66 - Sardinia
The Mediterranean’s 2nd-largest island has kept much of its natural, untouched beauty. Goats and sheep graze upon the uninhabited Campidouro plain.
S01:E67 - Scotland
Scotland is full of tartan cloth, bagpipes, and kilts. Its character cannot be missed. Visit Edinburgh, Glasgow, and the infamous Loch Ness.
S01:E68 - Sicily
The largest of the Mediterranean islands has a famous Greek theater, many archeological sites, unique monasteries and temples, and an active volcano.
S01:E69 - Slovakia
In the summer, stroll through Slovakia’s charming historical cities, or hike in a National Park. In the winter, don’t miss skiing the Tatra Mountains.
S01:E70 - Slovenia
Forests cover half of Slovenia, but the other half belongs to a beautiful coast, mountains with ski resorts, and thrilling rivers for rafting.
S01:E71 - South Africa
Visit the Rainbow Nation. It has scrublands, mountains, lakes, and cities with heritage. See Cape Town, Lesedi Cultural Village, and Victoria Falls.
S01:E72 - Spain
Witness 2000 years of history and art. Barcelona, Granada, Sevilla, Madrid, and more. Enjoy flamenco, or visit Ibiza and Mallorca for their nightlife.
S01:E73 - Stockholm
You won’t feel stuck in Stockholm! Explore the clear water and nature-filled city. Museums and other sites display the rich cultural heritage.
S01:E74 - Sweden
Sweden, where masses of flowers bloom in vast landscapes. Enjoy the clean air and water, dark green pine forests, and enchanting castles in the woods.
S01:E75 - Tenerife
The largest of the Canary Islands. The 3800 meter tall Teide volcano looms over the beaches. Visit banana fields, dolphins, and a beautiful zoo.
S01:E76 - Thailand
Come for the colorful landscape! Bangkok is worth the trip, and so are the monasteries, giant Buddha statues, and forests of the northern hills.
S01:E77 - Toronto
Toronto is Canada’s largest city. Visit its iconic CN Tower, downtown walkway, lovely harbor, small islands, and the nearby Niagara Falls.
S01:E78 - Transylvania
Transylvania, popularized by the vampires of folktale, has very real beauties, including mountaintops covered with ruins, giant forests, and caves.
S01:E79 - Tunisia
Tunisia’s architecture reflects its occupation by the Romans, Spanish, French, and more. Visit Carthage, bazaars, cave houses, oases, and minarets.
S01:E80 - Turkish Riviera
The Turkish Riviera has sunshine, beaches, and hospitality, as well as intique theaters, tombs, temples, bazaars, Selcuk forts, and fishing villages.
S01:E81 - Tuscany
This Central Italian region hosts rustic houses hiding among hills, vineyards, pine groves, olive gardens, and more. Visit the birthplace of da Vinci.
S01:E82 - Venice
Venice, the city of canals. Visit the capital of romance, St. Mark’s Cathedral, the Rialto Bridge, and Doge’s Palace before they are submerged!
S01:E83 - Vienna
Vienna is a city of music and the arts. The City Hall, Kunsthistorische Museum, and concert halls stand out. It’s no wonder Mozart chose to work here!
S01:E84 - Vietnam
Vietnam has a history of economic difficulties from American and French conquerors, but now tourists come to see its forests, mountains, and cities.
S01:E85 - Zakynthos
Zakynthos is ideal for those seeking relaxation. Olive, lime, and grape fields cover its planes. See its shores, clear waters, and protected turtles!
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