Malaysia

DVD. Globe Trekker Video. The Southeast Asian countries of Thailand, Malaysia and Laos have long been major destinations on the backpacking route. Their lush tropical rainforests, glorious beaches and remote tropical islands are now attracting more mainstream travelers. Laos however remains the forgotten jewel of the Southeast. It is dreamily remote and unspoiled by tourism. Traveler Justine Shapiro starts her journey in Kuala Lumpur, heading up through the highlands to the glorious beaches of Southern Thailand. Ian Wright begins his journey in bustling Bangkok traveling North for a trek in Chiang Mai. From there he travels up the Mekong River into neighboring Laos. Length: 1 hour, 50 minutes Along the way: $_$_START_LIST ? Learn the popular art of Thai boxing ? Visit the Tong red light district in Phuket ? Witness the legacy of American bombing in Laos during the Vietnam War ? Go trekking in the jungle with traditional hunters from the remote Temenggor region ? Sample the local cuisine and haggle with the women at the Damnoen Saduak floating market $_$_END_LIST

Weekend Explorer. 35 Minutes. Episode Highlights The very name of this island in a far off corner of Southeast Asia conjures up visions of adventure. Borneo is this and much more! Borneo is part of the secular Muslim country of Malaysia and calls to prayer from beautiful mosques just enhance the travel experience. Come along as we encounter wild orangutan and other wildlife on a jungle hike, dance for your life at a headhunter's Long House, skin dive on a beautiful coral reef, search for wild orchids on spectacular Mount Kinabalu, and practice your blow dart skills on a floating seafood restaurant. Series Description Join the adventure as Emmy awarded host Jeffrey Lehmann takes you to incredibly scenic travel destinations around the world in this award winning series. Each episode features a unique destination's best-kept secrets and traditional landmarks. The "Weekend Explorer" series aired on over 210 PBS stations nationwide, HBO in Europe, Delta Airlines in-flight, and in numerous other foreign countries.

DVD. Vista Point. 26 Minutes. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia's modern capital city, is relatively young. It originated in the middle of the nineteenth century at the junction of the Gombak and Kelang Rivers. The Petronas Twin Towers are one of the city's main landmarks. Each tower is four hundred and fifty two metres tall connected by a breathtaking bridge. The fa?ade of this unique architectural gem is particularly splendid in bright sunlight or when illuminated at night. The old Masjid Jamek Mosque is situated in the centre of the city on the precise spot where the city was founded. Several prayer halls, and an inner courtyard that contains palm trees, make the mosque into a tranquil oasis. The Sultan Abdul Samad Building, the largest building in Merdeka Square, extends for more than two hundred metres. This splendid Moorish style building with onion-shaped towers and a central clock tower was designed in 1897 by architect A.C. Norman. Malaysians dance at every opportunity. Although traditional clothing and dance styles change from region to region they always convey the same expressions of love, emotion and passion. Traditional festivals also feature dances where the men and women dance together without touching. The Zoo Negara provides a good insight into the animal kingdom of Malaysia and South East Asia. The enclosures are extremely spacious. From the ostrich to the imposing Seladang wild buffalo there are also rare animals such as the orang-utan and tapir. Hardly any other capital city on Earth offers as many contrasting sights and multicultural impressions. Tradition, history, the past, present and future, each is harmonically united in the pulsating metropolis that is Kuala Lumpur.

Weekend Explorer. 35 Minutes. Episode Highlights Once a part of the English Empire and now a secular Muslim nation, come discover the many flavors of this fascinating country. Enjoy the spectacular Colors of Malaysia, a celebration like the Olympics' Opening Ceremonies that highlights the many cultures of Malaysia. Explore the many wonders of Malaysian Borneo including beautiful islands, high jungle mountain peaks, and massive wild caves. Visit an ultra-modern city of the future, Putrajaya, which will become the Malaysian capital in 2010. Series Description Join the adventure as Emmy awarded host Jeffrey Lehmann takes you to incredibly scenic travel destinations around the world in this award winning series. Each episode features a unique destination's best-kept secrets and traditional landmarks. The "Weekend Explorer" series aired on over 210 PBS stations nationwide, HBO in Europe, Delta Airlines in-flight, and in numerous other foreign countries.

DVD. Globe Trekker. 60 Minutes. Malaysia’s multiculturalism is unrivaled throughout Southeast Asia – and is reflected in its cuisine. Roving foodie Merrilees Parker begins her journey on the Malaysian peninsula with the native Orang Asli people of Kelantan. They teach her how to hunt with a blowpipe and cook dinner in a bamboo trunk. She then heads off to the stunning Islamic East coast to cook a rich curry using freshly caught mackerel. She finds strange and delicious fruits in the markets and – after Friday prayers - shares in the sweet and savory delights cooked on the streets. In the ancient spice capital of Melaka, Merrilees cooks up a storm with fiery Laksa soup in the style of the Nyonya, then visits a Portuguese settlement and wolfs down Devil’s Curry. In the Cameron Highlands, 5,000 feet above sea level, there is a notable English influence. Merrilees picks tea on the Boh Plantation and samples Mrs. Chong’s famous scones with homemade strawberry jam. The island of Penang is Merilees' next stop. Here she joins a street vendor, stir-frying Char Kway Teow on a hand cranked charcoal barrow. Next, she joins 10,000 Chinese pilgrims for the Vegetarian Feast of the Nine Emperor Gods. In Little India, the smaller festival of Dussehra means more vegetarian food to be tasted, but this time with an Indian flavor. Having sampled spicy betel leaves and sweet pulled tea, she tries her hand at making the delicate fried bread known as lacy roti. Malaysia's capital, Kuala Lumpur, is one of the fastest growing cities in Southeast Asia and fortunately Malay culture is not being lost in the rush to modernize. Merrilees meets two chefs who use traditional Malay techniques in a modern fine dining style that is set to rival the great cuisines of the world. Finally, on the paradise island of Langkawi, Merilees joins the Ramadan celebrations with a feast of delicious sweetmeats before learning how to make beef rendang in the jungle home of the charismatic chef, Shukri Shafie.

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