Mexico

Nature Wonders. 10 Minutes The tropical rainforests of Chiapas, located in the south of Mexico, were once the domain of the Maya Indians. Flowing through the dense and almost inaccessible jungle is the Cataratas de Agua Azul or 'Blue Waterfalls'. Frequent heavy rainfall has transformed this amazing primeval forest into a lush green paradise in which the vegetation plays an important role. Although in places...

America's Scenic Rail Journeys. VHS/NTSC. Often called one of the most scenic rail journeys in the world, The Copper Canyon takes an exhilarating trip back in time, weaving through the rugged beauty of Mexico's colossal canyon maze. Four times the size of the Grand Canyon, the pristine Copper Canyon is the highlight of the trip. Along the way, experience the enchanting traditions of Mexican culture,...

DVD. Featuring: Dr. Dwayne L. Merry As a practicing anthropologist archaeologist Dr. Merry brings a unique perspective to this film. Along with his wife Telse, he re-visits many of the sites and people he has studied over his extensive career. Dr. Merry received special permission to film the treasures the Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City and the archeological sites from which they came. He...

DVD. Passport to Adventure The Blue Coast offers a look at the real, undiscovered Mexico. Once a surfer's hideaway, the beaches and surrounding jungles now provide exciting terrain for horseback trips, kayaking, hiking and mountain biking. Hosts Julie Conover &Mark Jennings explore the cliffs and caves of the Marietas Islands, home of the rare Blue Footed Boobie birds, and meet a character who gives them...

Nature Wonders. 10 Minutes. Along the border between Mexico and Guatemala, in the southern state of Chiapas, is a hidden and precious treasure, the Lagunas De Montebello, where both in and out of the clear, glittering water of its various lakes is a unique and truly fascinating world. Compared to the northern part of the country, the dense rain forests of Chiapas have remained free...

Globe Trekker. Region 1 Mexico is a vast country sharing one border with the United States and the other one with Central America. Traveller Ian Wright visits Baja California, a mostly desert mountainous peninsula off the south west coast of the USA, and the Copper Canyon, home of the modern cowboys and the ancient Tarahumara Indians. Meanwhile Justine Shapiro explores Mexico City, a buzzing capital...

DVD. 7 Days. 52 Minutes. Mexico is the land of the Maya and Aztec, temples and beaches. With a population of 26 million, the bubbling metropolis of Mexico City is a maze of streets, flat roofs, skyscrapers and parks. Earthquakes, floods and civil wars created this `City Of The Aztecs'. Templo Mayor, the main temple of the Aztecs, lies in the centre of the city,...

DVD. Discover The World. 30 Minutes. This program looks at the people, history, culture and geography of: Mexico.

DVD. The World Atlas. 43 Minutes. The Atlas steps into the digital age. A new one-of-a-kind World Atlas covering all parts of the globe with animated maps from Rand McNally and in-depth cultural and historical information. Each episode is dedicated to different countries, containing four distinct features - physical geography, political geography, popular locations, and thematic maps. The new digitally animated one-of-a-kind version of an...

DVD. Good Time Golf. 30 Minutes. The guys are off to explore the ancient civilizations of Mexico and then take in some great golf at Tabachines and Hacienda San Gaspar, while the Girls explore A northern wonderland. The Girls Zip through the trees and fly through the air before hitting the Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf club and then exploring the dining and shopping surrounding this...

Watch the Mexico travel video to explore its ancient roots, contemporary excitement, modern facilities and whimsical artwork. Discover its beautiful towns and rich cultures! DVD. 90 Minutes. Rudy etches a vivid portrait of Guadalajara with its rich history, vibrant culture and passionate artists. Next, it is an easy hop to the coast to bask in the traditional charms of Puerto Vallarta. Rudy visits Mexico City,...

DVD. The Compulsive Traveler. 30 Minutes. Michoacan has great colonial cities, ancient crafts and spectacular natural events. In Sierra Chincua 40 million butterflies sleep on top of each other in the Winter to save energy. In Spring they wake up and mate. All males die after mating. Females travel 3000 miles back to Canada to drop their eggs and also die. This alone is worth...

DVD. Global Treasures. 10 Minutes. Palenque, MexicoIn the midst of a dense rainforest on the foothills of the Usumacinta Mountains is Palenque, one of the most popular archaeological sites in Mexico. The monumental buildings of Palenque, such as the Temple Of The Cross, lay hidden in the rainforest for around 800 years until they were discovered in 1784. The monumental architectural character of this pyramid-like...

DVD. Good Time Golf. 30 Minutes. This jewel on the Pacific is the perfect backdrop for a golf vacation. Often overlooked for its’ terrific golf courses, Puerto Vallarta is a fun destination for all…especially golfers! Vista Vallarta, El Tigre and The Flamingos golf courses are featured. Included, Swani gets a lesson in golf from Tami, our golf professional.

DVD. Global Treasures. 10 Minutes. The ruins of the ancient Mexican capital, Teotihuacan, remain a mystery to scientists to the present day. Little is known about the former historic rise and fall of this first major city on the American continent. During its heyday, Teotihuacan extended over an area of more than 20 square kilometres and ruled over a city-state that was larger than that...

DVD. Digging for the Truth. 141 Minutes. Intrepid explorer Josh Bernstein attempts to solve the mysterious disappearance of America's first colonists at Roanoke, uncover the truth behind the legend of Cleopatra, and reveal the secrets of Mexico's "City of the Gods." Roanoke: The Lost Colony Josh investigates America's oldest missing persons case- the lost colony of Roanoke Island - and conducts a new DNA study...

DVD. 8 Hours. "Shot in high-definition, the photography...pops, even on conventional TV sets."-The Seattle Post-Intelligence. Disc #1 - Northwest to the Max: Seattle, San Francisco, Vancouver and Victoria, B.C. - Rudy Maxa serves up a generous sampling of San Francisco's flavors, from tangy sourdough bread at the Boudin Bakery to the rich aroma of coffee beans wafting through the North Beach neighborhood. Rudy explores Seattle's...

DVD. Worldwide Travel Films. 88 Minutes. The central highlands from Mexico City to Colima are known to savvy travelers as the "Land of Eternal Spring". In this all new digital production, filmmakers Fran and Brooke Reidelberger explore this special part of our southern neighbor far from the daily headlines. Ancient Aztec ruins, colonial silver towns, modern retirement meccas. for adventurous gringos, colorful markets older than...

VHS/NTSC. Dr. Merry, a participating anthropologist starts this travelog on the "Zocalo," the main square in Mexico City with the cathedral, the presidential palace and the recently excavated ruins of the ancient Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan. From these he takes the viewers to the Plaza of Three Cultures and the shrine of the Virgin of Guadeloupe. The next scenes are in Chapultepec Park with Maximillian'...

VHS/NTSC. The second part of Dr. Merry's film Mexico begins with a visit to Oaxaca valley and the making of fiery mescal and the black Oaxaca pottery. The next scenes include the silver city of Taxco, the spectacular resort city of Acapulco and the cliff divers. Next he goes up the west coast to Las Hadas where the movie "10" was filmed and on to...

VHS/NTSC. Travel beyond the beaches and resorts to the Mexico very few see or know. Discover a land of varied cultures and geographical extremes. From the coasts of Cabo San Lucas to the jungles of the Yucatan, experience the real Mexico. Retrace the steps of the Spanish conquistadors and probe the ruins of ancient Mayan civilizations. Visit the Sacrificial Wall at Chich?n Itza and the...

Region 1. Superb cinematography showcases stunning vistas in otherwise inaccessible areas of Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Cuba, and Jamaica in the Central America/Caribbean volume of the Travel the World by Train series. This video also opens a window onto the diverse peoples and cultures one meets along the routes. The footage in Mexico is most impressive. Embarking from the beach colony of Los Mochis on...

6-Volume Set on 4 DVD discs. Cuernavaca & Oaxaca Soak in the sun on dazzling Pacific beaches, then visit Mexico's silver capital, Taxco. Join surfers as they brave the waters at Puerto Escondido. Merida, Cancun & Belize Discover ancient Maya and Toltec pyramids. Tread carefully into a crocodile zoo, then snorkel out to see some relatively harmless sharks. Mexico City & Guadalajara Go shopping in...

DVD. Sports Safaris. 30 Minutes. Just off the coast of the town of Akumal lies the largest reef in the western hemisphere, the Belize Reef, an ideal spot for snorkeling or scuba diving. Inland, deep in the dense jungle, visitors can experience a one-of-a-kind adventure as guides give you an underwater tour of the unusual “cenote” cave formations.The Pacific coast is one of the top...

DVD. Global Treasures. 10 Minutes. Surrounded by Nature and located 80 km west of the Mexican city of M?rida is one of the most remarkable archaeological sites in Yucat?n: Uxmal. Legend has it that the 38m. high Wizard Pyramid was given its name because it was believed that it had, in just one night, been built by a wizard. Uxmal is believed to be a...