Thu, Dec 31, 2009
Your journey begins with a trek from Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, to Lake Issyk Kul. Then, head through the mountains and pasture where shepherds live. On your way to Tajikistan, you will cross the Trans-Alay mountains in the Western Pamirs populated by the Kyrgyz people of nomadic tradition.
Thu, Jan 7, 2010
Upon landing in Mexico centuries ago the Spanish immediately found silver. The Spanish then constructed a road 3,000 km long to transport the silver from the mines, a road full of hopes, but also riddled with pitfalls and danger. Explore this ancient road from Mexico to the southern United States.
Thu, Jan 21, 2010
In Burkina Faso, Mali, and Guinea, explore the "Africa of Possibility." This is a continent with solutions, thanks to crafty people and their capacity to adapt. The Road of Possibility is more than journey from Ouagadougou to Conakry. On these tricky roads, obstacles trigger unique encounters.
Thu, Jan 28, 2010
Brazil is too often reduced to its wild samba, magical football, and endless beaches. Behind this fantasy lurks an economic colossus, agricultural titan, and a force in geopolitical affairs. Travel routes taken by the original colonists, from the Atlantic coast deep into the Amazonian forest.
Thu, Feb 4, 2010
The Gulf Stream is among the strongest tidal currents on Earth. It warms our coastlines in winter, and harbors billions of aquatic species. Soar across the Atlantic Ocean with the mighty Gulf Stream and get to know the fishermen, scientists, fish farmers, and sailors that move with the current.
Thu, Feb 11, 2010
The India of today is full of change, and a world of complexity. We talk about India as eternal and spiritual, but in a few decades, it has evolved into an economic force to be reckoned with in the 21st century. Meet the people who are leading India into the future and what they are striving for.