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Madacy Video. Boxed Set of 10 Videos, VHS. Ten full hours of viewing pleasure. A fabulous undersea odyssey collection Including (see the descriptions below the image): Volume 1 - Borneo & The South China Sea. Wonders of the Deep contains two video cassettes, each about an hour in length. The content and structure of these videos is very much like what you would find on Discovery or the Nature Channel. The first cassette chronicles a trip to Sipidan, a Malaysian island off the coast of Borneo, and to Layang Layang, a man-made atoll in the South China Sea. Both sites offer a spectacular diversity of marine life. The second cassette features Florida cave diving and diving off of Key Largo. The cave diving is fascinating in that it is fresh-water diving in caverns underneath the State of Florida. 120 minutes Volume 2 - Hawaii, Kauai, Egypt & The Sinai Peninsula. 120 minutes Volume 3 - Emerald Sea, British Columbia Shipwreck. 120 minutes Volume 4 - U.S. Virgin Islands, British Virgin Islands. 120 minutes Volume 5 - Costa Rica, Cocos Islands, & The Galapagos. (see below) This is a 2 tape set with 4 shows from the Wonders of the Deep series. The first tape contains a show on Costa Rica and the Cocos Islands showing both topside and underwater excitement and all the reasons this is a top diving destination. The second tape is Australia and the Great Barrier Reef... need we say more! Scuba divers and non-divers will enjoy these tapes for sure. It is sort of a "travel agent type" format and you will enjoy everything from the swimming with hammerheads in Cocos waters to great whites in Australia. 120 minutes. VHS.

DVD. 2 Hours. Internationally-acclaimed and award-winning, The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World is like nothing you've ever seen before. Narrated by Pierce Brosnan and shot on the scale of a major motion picture, this dramatized program employs a cast of thousands, location filming, and digital imagery to recreate the ancient wonders as they appeared in their original glory! I.M. Pei leads a team of renowned experts who reveal how the wonders influenced modern architecture and construction design. The Pyramids of Giza, The Hanging Gardens of Babylon, The Statue of Zeus at Olympia, The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus, The Colossus of Rhodes, and The Pharos of Alexandria were unbelievably created by human hands with simple tools in the Hellenistic world. Alexander the Great visited most of them during his lifetime and directly influenced the others--tragically dying in one and being buried in the shadow of another.

Globe Trekker. Whether honouring gods or traditions, or even just looking for an excuse for a big street party, each part of the world has its share of traditional great festivals. From ancient tribal rituals in Papua New Guinea to post modern pagan parties in the American desert, Justine Shapiro and her fellow travelers take you on a month by month, year long, round-the-world celebration. Along the way... Join the famous Mardi Gras Carnival in New Orleans. Attend the colorful Epiphany celebration, Timkat, Ethiopia's biggest festival. Dance the night away on the sound of Samba at the Rio de Janeiro Carnival. Witness the little known Inca Inti Raymi festival in Peru. Walk the famous Pilgrim Trail leading to Santiago de Compostella. Observes the annual Ashura parade in Pakistan, commemorating the death of the last descendent of the Holy Prophet, Mohammed. Additional Features & Details ~ Audio: Dolby Digital Stereo Features: Bonus Footage, Chapter Select, Interactive Menu Technical: Single Layer, Single Sided, Full Screen DVD Encoding: Region 1 Language: English

4-Volume Set. Holly Morris hits the road, searching for new landscapes and modern-day heroines-- "divas" -- to interpret them. As she traverses Cuba, India, New Zealand, and Iran, the people she meets take you closer to the untapped potential of the world of divadom. Among the intrepid traveler's finds are a Santeria priestess in Cuba, a revolutionary Indian financier who takes bangles as collateral, reclusive New Zealand author Keri Hulme, and Iran's hidden but thriving culture. 240 minutes ( = 4 Hours)

Mystic Lands. Review: This is a series of documentaries on various cultures and sacred places: Varanasi, India; the Taj Mahal; Haitian voodoo; Hinduism on Bali; Burma; Peru; Egypt; Jerusalem; Greece; Australian aboriginal tradition; the Anasazi ruins in the American Southwest; and Tantric Buddhism in Bhutan. They are each about 25 minutes long. They don't presuppose any knowledge of the religions they cover. But far more remarkably, they don't oversimplify and very rarely mislead or descend into shallow sentimentality. They maintain fairness to the traditions as well as historical accuracy without condescension. The ones on Burma, Haiti, Varanasi and Peru are especially good; Jerusalem and Egypt are perhaps a little weak. Few documentaries about religious topics would receive this high of a rating from me. These are genuinely good. 300 minutes ( = 5 hours)

Weekend Explorer. 35 Minutes. Episode Highlights Go Behind the Scenes with the Weekend Explorer crew and learn about the often humorous ins-and-outs of shooting an episode. Follow the host as he tries to keep his wily crew on track, fends off a mutinous co-hostess, works with uncooperative animals, struggles with a misfiring cannon, tries to understand some Welsh school boys, and is pushed into throwing the first ball at a baseball game in our funniest and most loved episode of each Weekend Explorer season. 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.

Globe Trekker. Whether you are an intrepid backpacker looking for adventure, or a pleasure seeking hedonist, finding the perfect stretch of coast is one of the top priorities. Justine Shapiro and her fellow travelers make your task a little easier with a month-by-month guide to some of the world's best beaches. From America to the Caribbean Islands, Europe, Africa, Asia, Micronesia and Australia, visit some of the far-flung shores where they have bathed, surfed, dived and even slept. Along the way? Hike to the secluded beautiful beaches of Jericoacoara in Brazil. Wreck dive a World War Two ship in the Solomon Islands. Hang glide above Byron Bay in Australia. Go whale watching in La Laguna San Ignacio in Baja California. Enjoy a traditional Ayurvedic massage on Varkala beach in India. Enhanced with special additional footage, our guide to Best Beaches invites you to experience heaven on earth. Additional Features & Details ~ Audio: Dolby Digital Stereo Features World travel video, dvd Bonus Footage, Chapter Select, Interactive Menu Technical: Single Layer, Single Sided, Full Screen DVD Encoding: Region 1 Language: English

DVD. The Discovery Channel. 403 Minutes. With panoramic high-definition photography and intimate storytelling, Discovery Atlas shows you a new way to connect with the world. Transport yourself to another land like never before through the collective vision and personal lives of theose who live there. You will look through their eyes, dream with their vision, share in their joys, and conquer their challenges. Join us in an extraordinary journey... 4-Disc Set Includes: China Revealed (Narrated by James Spader) Join rice farmers tilling the land their ancestors have worked for 18 centuries and explore the countryside where monks teach their 500-year-old discipline. You'll share in the Olympic dreams of a 12-year-old gymnast and learn about Shanghai's key development tycoon while exploring the country where tradition is meeting modernity in life behind the Great Wall. Italy Revealed (Narrated by Isabella Rossellini) Witness six stories that weave the land of love, lineage, style and passion in the heart of Italy. From a jockey participating in the world's fastest horse race, to a former fisherman setting a free-diving record off Sicily's coast, to the Missoni family's fashion world and a Venetian gondolier's attempt to keep his family in his native city. Inhale and enjoy the spectacle and beauty that is Italy. Brazil Revealed (Narrated by Sela Ward) Learn the roles that history, geography, culture, religion and the natural environment have played in shaping one of the most fascinating countries in the world. This documentary showcases one of the most ethnically diverse nations on earth, exploring stories from the Amazon to Sao Paulo's hair-raising helicopter commute. Australia Revealed (Narrated by Russell Crowe) One of earth's youngest nations with one of its oldest indigenous populations, Australia is a land of contrasts. Discover a country that is a captivating mix of desolation and riches, from the harsh life of the outback to the welcoming, fertile lands of its coastline.

DVD. 8 Hours. Individual deluxe cases. Disc #1: Cruise Alaska - Experience the most dramatic natural beauty the Pacific Northwest has to offer in Anchorage, Denali, Fairbanks, Haines, Homer, Juneau, Ketchikan, Seward, Sitka, Skagway, Valdez. Extra Features: Top ten attractions and grandeur of the Glaciers. Disc #2: Cruise Hawaii & Tahiti - These popular and picturesque islands come with a culture as uniquely beautiful as the landscape. Discover Hawaii, Kauai, Lanai, Maui, Molokai, Oahu, Bora Bora, Moorea, Raiatea, Rangiroa, Tahiti. Extra Feature: Top ten attractions. Disc #3: Cruise Mexico - Diverse cultures, fascinating ancient ruins, and miles of magnificent coastline make Mexico a rich destination for any traveler. Explore Acapulco, Cabo San Lucas, Huatulco, La Paz, Loreto, Manzanillo, Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta, Santa Rosalia, Zihuatanejo. Extra Feature: Top ten attractions. Disc #4: Cruise Eastern Caribbean - The magnificent sunsets are as intriguingly beautiful as the natives in this destination. Travel to Antigua, Barbados, Bermuda, Dominica, Key West, Nassau, San Juan, St. Kitts, Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Maartin, St. Thomas, Tortola. Extra Features: Top ten attractions; above and below the Caribbean. Disc #5: Cruise Western Caribbean - Marvel at not only the stunning scenery, but also the limitless ways to spend a day in this paradise found. Explore Aruba, Beliza, Cancun, Cozumel, Curacao, Grand Cayman, Grenada, Montego Bay, Ocho Rios, Bonaire, Roatan, Trinidad and Tobago. Extra Feature: Top ten attractions. Disc #6: Cruise Northern Europe - Experience the many countries and cultures of Northern Europe by seeing the very best attractions each has to offer. Travel to Oslo, Bergen, Copehagen, Helsinki, Reykjavik, Talinn, Rostock, Stockholm, St. Petersburg, Stavanger, Gdansk, Trondheim. Extra Feature: Top ten attractions.

Weekend Explorer. 35 Minutes. Episode Highlights Go behind the scenes to see some of the funniest and most interesting things to happen while shooting the "Weekend Explorer" series over the first three years. Learn what being on a "Weekend Explorer" shoot is really like for the host, co-hostess, and the crew. Join in the crazy happiness that occur after-hours on-location as the series travels to destinations across America and abroad. 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. Cosmos Global Documentaries. 52 Minutes. The vast untouched grassy plains of the unique Massai Mara extend far beyond the horizon and seem to go on forever in what is the most important Nature Reserve in Kenya. An estimated 1.4 million wildebeest inhabit the picturesque mosaic of small hills and forests that line the riverbanks and huge grass covered plains of the Massai Mara which is one of the most animal-rich regions in the world. More than half a million gazelle roam the magnificent plains of the savannah and herds of zebra are also to be found in great numbers, a sight that conjures up Africa, safaris and exotic wildlife. For many years Monument Valley and its distinctive mesas in the northern region of Arizona have become one of the most famous natural landmarks in the U.S.A. This glowing landscape owed its initial fame to the American film industry as numerous classic westerns have been filmed amid its striking scenery. The stunning beauty of the area's spectacular rock needles and towers is a truly remarkable sight. Even though the province of Yunnan in the southwest of China is one of the country's poorest regions, the Stone Forest Of Shilin is one of the country's most beautiful natural treasures. The bizarre rock formations rise up thirty metres into the sky and create numerous fascinating images. The Chinese created some extremely descriptive names for the various rocky areas of Yunnan Shilin, `The Cluster of Pinnacles That Supports the Sky', being one of many colourful names given to the pinnacles. Along the geothermal zone of the Hv?t? River around eighty kilometres from Iceland's capital of Reykjavik, the great Strokkur Geyser located in the south western section of the island attracts much interest. With its sparse and unique landscape Iceland has managed to retain its fascinating natural splendour right up to the present day. And its remarkable geysers are one of the world's most spectacular natural phenomena.

DVD. Cosmos Global Documentaries. 52 Minutes. Unlike the hustle and bustle of the nearby city of Guilin in the Guangxi region in the heart of China, the landscape that follows the Lijiang River has a rural and idyllic atmosphere. Rural life here is blessed with beautiful scenery and the landscape around Guilin is synonymous with the magnificence of the legendary Middle Empire. A boat trip along the Lijiang River is an ideal way to travel and to experience this impressive and famous area with its unique and bizarrely-shaped peaks. Its geological formations date back more than three hundred million years when the Guilin region was entirely covered by ocean. Blyde River Canyon is twenty six kilometres long and over eight hundred metres deep and is one of the most beautiful regions of the Transvaal Drakens Mountains in South Africa. The first glimpse of the circular rock formations and it is evident why Blyde River Canyon is considered to be one of the greatest natural wonders in Africa. The red sandstone cliffs are almost vertical and in some sections measure several hundred metres down to the canyon and river below. Just outside the town of Page in the state of Arizona a narrow and unimpressive entrance leads into the mysterious world of Antelope Canyon. The small Antelope Creek River that is infrequently fed by additional water has, throughout the course of thousands of years, cut a fascinating canyon into the red sandstone and created a natural work of art. A true celebration of form and colour, unearthly, mysterious and of amazing beauty. The Etosha National Park in Namibia is one of the largest wildlife reserves in the world. No other park in Africa contains as many animals. A hundred and ten different mammals have been recorded in this national park. A truly remarkable variety that is also reflected in the vegetation of the region. Over three hundred and forty species of bird populate this unique habitat. The vastness of this magnificent landscape is overwhelming as Etosha covers an area of almost twenty two thousand square kilometres!

DVD. Cosmos Global Documentaries. 52 Minutes. It is particularly during the hot summer months that Death Valley does full justice to its name. On some days the temperatures here can reach up to forty five degrees Celsius in the shade, a rare commodity in this scant, treeless landscape. The bizarre landscape of the mysterious Devil's Cornfield really does seem to have been scorched by the heat of another planet. But it is actually the relatively high salt content of the terrain that is responsible for its strange and desolate landscape. Located in the south of the African continent and located on the Zambia/Zimbabwe border, the Victoria Falls is one of the world's most amazing and impressive wonders of nature. Just as amazing as the waterfalls is the metamorphosis of the Zambesi River that transforms itself from a wide and lethargic river to one that is narrow and powerful. Between February and March when the Zambesi is at its most powerful an average of more than five hundred million litres of water shoot over the edge of the waterfall each minute. In the north of Taiwan close to the second largest harbour in Keelung is one of the world's greatest natural wonders. Due to its bizarre rock formations, Yehliu Park provides visitors with scenery that could be from a distant planet. But the polymorphic shapes of the rock are not extraterrestrial but the result of an ancient process that dates back several million years. The arid landscape of the mighty Namib Naukluft Park in the heart of Namibia seems to be endless and it is the fourth largest nature reserve in the world. Further into the Namib Desert and the colours of the surrounding landscape grow more intense. It is as though both earth and sky are competing against each other to see which shines brightest. Who Tee-Ow Shah is the sonorous Chinese name of the Leaping Tiger Gorge that is located around a hundred kilometres from the town of Zhongdian, the gateway to Tibet. The Leaping Tiger Gorge owes its name to the fact that at one point it is only thirty metres wide. In both a metaphoric and symbolic sense a tiger could jump across the golden Jinsha River with a single leap!

DVD. The World Atlas. 49 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 Atlas of the World like you have never seen before!

DVD. The World Atlas. 33 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 Atlas of the World like you have never seen before!

DVD. The World Atlas. 36 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 Atlas of the World like you have never seen before!

DVD. The World Atlas. 36 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 Atlas of the World like you have never seen before!

DVD. The World Atlas. 39 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 Atlas of the World like you have never seen before!

DVD. The World Atlas. 45 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 Atlas of the World like you have never seen before!

DVD. The World Atlas. 37 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 Atlas of the World like you have never seen before!