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Monty Don travels to the Adriatic coast, exploring gardens in Venice, Croatia and Greece.

BBC Two has given the green-light to Monty Don's Japanese Gardens, a two-part series that follows Monty as he explores some of Japan's most beautiful gardens and the West's enduring fascination with them. Monty journey's through the country's iconic and historic gardens, where he learns the secrets of creating a Zen landscape before visiting an unconventional garden created by a modern garden design legend. As well as touring the gardens, he experiences the country's famous tea ceremonies and takes a lesson in the art of traditional flower arranging.

This three 52-minute films series, Japan between sky and earth, takes us on a journey of discovery though a wild and little-known Japan filmed and showed as never before with 4K images and spectacular aerial shots. The three films, from north to south, shot on 4 seasons, reveal the mystery of some the most beautiful sites in the country, the great spectacle of nature and the subtle balance that prevails in Japan between tradition and modernity.

Six people with differing attitudes to pornography spend two weeks inside Spain's adult film industry, exploring the impact of porn on their lives, on society and on the performers.

This series follows Simon as he attempts to retrace different adventures of our ancestors. He talks to different inspirational modern travelers, witnesses extraordinary sights and finds outs about the forgotten aspects of pilgrimage, including the vice, thrills and danger that awaited travelers.

Join Rick Stein on a culinary adventure across India, exploring diverse cuisines and flavors that have captivated the world. Experience the vibrant culture and rich history of India through its food, as Rick uncovers the secrets of traditional dishes and meets local chefs.

Everyone knows the Bible has Ten Commandments, but there are, in fact, more than 2000 additional rules and laws in its pages. These rules govern almost every sphere of human activity, from love and war to food and drink and from how to pray to what to wear. Yet they are also a portal to the ancient world, opening a window on civilizations that vanished thousands of years ago, whether Rome, Egypt or Mesopotamia. Each rule launches an investigation into a lost landscape of history, shining a light on the way peoples in distant times lived, loved, thought and fought.

The series explores one important world city, uncovering rich historical secrets behind its extraordinary location.

The singer, with the help of a rotating cast of famous guests, travels the globe to sample dream holidays.

Michael Portillo tells the story of how a small island on the edge of Europe built the biggest empire the world has ever seen.

Travel Guides NZ will follow five different groups of Kiwi travellers on their domestic escapades around the land of the long white cloud. Our travellers will become critics too, rating and reviewing their holiday experiences in a way only Travel Guides can deliver. One person's idea of paradise is another's nightmare, and our opinionated travellers will be thrown out of their comfort zones as they deliver brutally honest and hilarious reviews of NZ's unique tourist attractions. Join them on adventures from Northland to Southland, Gisbourne, Marlborough Sounds, Fiordland, and Auckland, over six jam-packed episodes. We've been hooked on Travel Guides Australia, and now we'll get a taste of the popular reality travel show, set in our own backyard. Re-discover our magical country through the eyes of ordinary families on extraordinary adventures. Bon voyage Kiwis!

A factual entertainment format in which Fern Brady, Darren Harriott and Ivo Graham travel across the nation discovering and interrogating the stereotypes and traditions that make up British life today and, in the process, create their very own 'brutally honest' guide to the UK.

This luxury travel docu-series follows a diverse and vibrant group of eleven travelers, each searching for the ultimate vacation, as they explore the most exotic and exclusive destinations around the globe. This wanderlust bunch will be led by three expert tour guides, Brandon Presser, Rachel Grant, and Sandhurst Miggins, as they check-off an out-of-this-world bucket list curated by the best in the business. Exciting activities in breathtaking locales include elephant rides in Thailand, mountain gorilla expeditions in Rwanda, and everything in between.

"Roots Less Traveled" is a live-action, half-hour television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children aged 13-16. "Roots Less Traveled" follows two family members as they gain a newfound understanding and respect for each other on their quest to learn more about their family history. From rumors of a relative who sailed on the Titanic to stories of homesteaders forging a new path for future generations, our duo will discover the truth behind the tales that have been passed down in their family while our viewers learn the personal stories behind notable historical moments. Viewers will be taken on a literal journey to unique places around the globe, learning more about the culture and history of these significant locations and events that happened there. Throughout this experience, we will witness these family members grow closer as they gain wisdom not only about themselves, but also about how their past has helped shape their present.

Painter and puzzle maker Eric Dowdle travels around the world to learn from locals and experience environments firsthand. Each story and place he encounters becomes a piece of a new puzzle he creates.

Monty Don travels to Spain, discovering gardens across the country's diverse landscape and exploring its rich and varied history and culture.

This series follows some of the world's most extraordinary railway journeys from above and on the ground, taking the audience on an adventure of a lifetime

Searching for Soul Food follows rock star celebrity chef Alisa Reynolds as she discovers what soul food looks like around the world. As she seeks out the food, she'll also explore the stories, the people, and the traditions of each place she visits, bringing her own flavor right along with her. The international journey finds Chef Reynolds exploring the culinary worlds of Mississippi, Oklahoma, Appalachia, South Africa, Italy, Jamaica, Peru and Los Angeles.

Comedian Rosie Jones takes celebrity friends on thrilling outings around Britain, gorging on culture, learning local traditions and seeking excitement in the unlikeliest of places.

Head out to the beautiful wilds of Britain following Kate Humble as she explores the UK's greatest coastal walks.

In this investigative series, Stacey Dooley travels to Turkey, Russia and Brazil to meet young people who are trading on their looks and sexuality for a living.

Having road-tested retirement in India, Miriam Margoyles, Wayne Sleep, Bobby George and Rosemary Shrager are reunited to discover what it is like to grow old in other countries around the world.

A four-part buddy comedy docuseries that follows actor, documentarian, and philanthropist Ravi Patel as he travels the world seeking answers surrounding life's universal questions. At each stop throughout this comedically heartfelt journey, Patel is joined by a friend or family member, with whom he shares a big conflict or question about life. His travels take him to Mexico, Japan, South Korea and Denmark to explore the traditional customs of the people they meet and experience their unique approaches to life's most pressing matters.

Series celebrating the natural beauty and historical heritage of the Isle of Wight, following the lives of residents whose families have lived there for generations.

The presenter heads for the paradise isle of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka, discovering its golden sands and historic culture, from the gorgeous Sinhalese areas in the central and southern regions to the less-travelled Tamil north.