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Word Travels - the Truth Behind the Byline - Season 3

Series: Word Travels - the Truth Behind the Byline
2.9
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Episodes
14
Rating
TVG
Year
2010
Language
English
Publisher
Indigenius

About

Word Travels discovers the truth behind the byline, as two of Canada's top travel writers battle deadlines, jetlag and culture shock, on their hunt to find the next great travel story.

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Episodes

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1. Georgia: Wine, Weapons and Heavy Metal

22m

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Not to be confused with the US state, Georgia has a rich medieval history, complete with weapons and folklore. As Robin suits up in traditional costume to learn the art of battle, Julia discovers her inner head banger with the help of local rockers, and online social networks. Top up the journey with a discovery that the region is the birthplace of wine and oh the celebration to come.

2. Nicaragua: Writing on the Edge

22m

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What is an active volcano if not the perfect slope to ride down? Robin hikes to the peak of Cerro Negro to feel the heat and the thrill of sandboarding while Julia investigates the story of fair trade coffee.

3. Chile: Snow, Sea and Desert

22m

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Chile's miles of coastline, soaring Andean peaks and parched desert, invite Robin and Julia to to explore it all Fulfilling a life long dream, Robin cat-boards high in the snowcapped Andes.

4. Italy: Indulgence in Italy

22m

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Italy in the summer is a challenge not only for travelers but even more so for writers hunting down a never-been-told-before story to pitch, write, and sell. Julia finds a gladiator school that teaches Roman history in a truly hands-on environment.

5. Alberta, Canada: Beam Us Up, Cowboy

22m

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Few landscapes are as awe-inspiring as the Canadian Rockies, so if there's a story to be found, it's likely on these peaks. Julia and Robin climb aboard a helicopter for the breathtaking experience of heli-yoga.

6. Russia: Caviar in Space

22m

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Russia presents its challenges for journalists filming a TV show, but even with the red tape and permits stories must be found. Julia investigates the black market for sturgeon caviar while Robin takes a deeper look into majestic Moscow metro.

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Artists

Robin Esrockactor
Julia Dimonactor

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