South Pacific

DVD. Alternate Routes. 30 Minutes. Experience the rush of traveling the world for the first time with a crew of international back-packers, ages 16 - 22 on their quest for adventure, romance and the perfect moment. A variety of hosts from around the globe and the young people they hook up with on location are relentless in their pursuit of fun (and don't forget that culture, mate!) American girls explore Rome, Brits take on Thailand and things get wild when the Aussie's arrive in Copenhagen. Five continents, Four Seasons, Unlimited Adventure. Take the alternate route, dude.

DVD. 42 Minutes. CORAL REEF ADVENTURE (originally an IMAX presentation) offers a breathtaking look at the picturesque scenery of the South Pacific. With a combination of awesome underwater cinematographers and oceanographic ... Full Descriptionexperts, this is an intriguing look at some of the coral reef and ocean bed that surrounds the tropical islands. Naturally some of the reefs are slowly eroding, so this is an important historical document of sights that are sadly not destined to be around forever.

43 Minutes. Take a once-in-a-lifetime journey across the South Pacific for a spectacular adventure. Joy, ecstasy, a spiritual high: these words describe the exhilaration of diving a pristine coral reef, and ocean explorers Howard and Michele Hall bring their love of the ocean into action. With Jean-Michael Cousteau, deep reef scientist Richard Pyle and Fijian diver Rusi Vulakoro, they explore and capture on film the dazzling underwater world of coral reefs, magical places here on Earth. This tropical excursion through the South Pacific will surprise and delight you as you fall in love with the reefs, and your heart will ache at the tragic, irretrievable loss of these fragile worlds. CORAL REEF ADVENTURE (originally an IMAX presentation) offers a breathtaking look at the picturesque scenery of the South Pacific. With a combination of awesome underwater cinematographers and oceanographic experts, this is an intriguing look at some of the coral reef and ocean bed that surrounds the tropical islands. Naturally some of the reefs are slowly eroding, so this is an important historical document of sights that are sadly not destined to be around forever.

DVD. Mysteries. 60 Minutes. Discover where the inhabitants of Easter Island really came from. Listen to the oral histories and myths passed down through word of mouth through the centuries explaining the marvels of the island. Learn how distance and religious beliefs cut off the islanders from their contemporaries. Fathom how a primitive people managed to carve and transport these heavy behemoths. Sift through the facts to determine what happened to the islanders when their population became too large for the island to support. Through examining archeological evidence, the world's top scholars debate why the monuments on Easter Island were built. "Easter Island" asks the question, "Who were the Easter Islanders, and why did they build the statues that dot their remote corner of the world?" Find out on "Easter Island." A documentary series separating truth from fiction, solving intricate mysteries -- places, objects, events and/or people -- that have captivated people around the globe for centuries. "Mysteries" seeks out the latest evidence, not simply repeating existing myths, legends and "facts", but by securing the testimony of top experts -- charismatic and entertaining scientists, historians, crime investigators.

DVD. Countries Less Traveled. 30 Minutes. Tourism is Fiji's largest industry but most Westerners rarely venture far from the resorts. Catherine and John, however, find the real Fiji and the warm Fijian people. We see a Fijian village up close and wonder through Levuka, the old capital of Fiji famous for its charming architecture and loose living. Catherine talks to a woman in a tiny settlement with very few amenities who keeps the family alive by making baskets. She discusses the Fijian custom of kerekere with a pig farmer. How do Fijians survive? Barrow boys, pineapple carvers, bure builders and taxi drivers all have a place in the economy. We talk to Indo Fijians who rarely get noticed and are never featured on tourist brochures.

DVD. Countries Less Traveled. 30 Minutes. In Part B, we dig deeper into Fijian culture so we are able to see tribal custom and Christianity merging. We attend a heart wrenching funeral, an three day virgin wedding which is extremely rare and a 21st birthday feast. We watch rugby in a remote village, visit a swamp to finds a special material and shop in frantic Suva. Fijians are an ingenious people and we see women making beautiful art out of tree bark. We experience life as a Fijian sees it and that culture shock forces Catherine and John to reassess their own lives.

Watermark Multimedia. Discover a tropical paradise as you explore the fabulous Fiji Islands with the Oceans video crew. With more than 300 islands surrounded by 80,000 square miles of crystal clear aquamarine water, Fiji promises a unique dive experience and an unforgettable island vacation. Join us for a 60-minute Fiji vacation as we tour the very best dive regions in this world-class destination. Cruise along spectacular pinnacles and dramatic walls dripping in brilliantly-hued soft corals. "Bommies" that rise to within a few feet of the surface are carpeted with a rich tapestry of corals that shelter vibrantly-colored tropical fish. Encounter the local marine denizens up close and personal --- manta rays, sharks, blue ribbon moray eels, sea snakes, and a rainbow of Pacific tropical fish and invertebrates. But that's only the beginning. We'll take you to explore Fiji's mountains, lush rain forests, cascading waterfalls, exotic flora, and palm tree-lined fringing sand beaches. You'll visit charming luxury resorts and live aboard dive boats and join the local villagers for a "meke", a bowl of "kava" or a taste of fresh coconut right off the tree. It's all part of the Fiji experience. Let your imagination run wild...because, underwater or on-island, Fiji has it all! 60 minutes - Out of Print -

DVD. Passport to Adventure Turquoise waters, lush jungles, cosmopolitan shopping and a plethora of historical sites await the traveler that makes the trek to Guam. The island is an endearing mix of 1960's America, Asia, and exotic Pacific Island. Hosts Julie Conover and Mark Jennings cha cha their way through the weekly Fiesta, swim in waterfalls, snorkel the coral reef and meet a refreshing group of teenage dancers passionate about preserving their colorful heritage.

DVD. Countries Less Traveled. 30 Minutes. Samoa consists of two major islands. Western Samoa is inhabited by a very proud race of people who don't particularly like Westerners so tourism is not really encouraged. Catherine and John try to understand Fa Samoa, the source of intense pride in their culture. They visit Robert Louis Stevenson's house. They witness the Samoan art of tattooing, covering most of body. Charlie is of chiefly caste. He introduces us to Samoan culture and finds the most beautiful seascapes - the sort of sights that shape our image of the South Pacific.

DVD. Countries Less Traveled. 30 Minutes. The Solomon Islands were named after a very wise king yet recently they have been the scene for ethnic violence and destruction. Now the islands have an occupying force called RAMSI to keep the peace so there are very few tourists except for avid scuba divers in Gizo, one of the northern islands. Catherine and John find the people to be hard working, particularly the women. They visit a village in Guadalcanal where Japanese and American soldiers fought bitter battles. In Iron Bottom Sound there are numerous sunken vessels. In Honiara, Catherine and John enjoy the most vibrant market in the Pacific. This episode features the driving sound and dancing of pan pipe performers.

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