Globe Trekker
Globe Trekker Special: Volcanoes, Ring of Fire (#808)
Spectacular explosive sites are visited, including Pompeii, Krakatoa, Mt. Fuji and Mount St. Helens.
This episode has not aired in the past few months on Iowa Public Television.
Program Description: Globe Trekker transports viewers to unforgettable destinations through its stunning photography, rhythmic indigenous music and spirit of adventure. In each episode, one vibrant young traveler ventures off the beaten path to soak up the local culture, sample the cuisine and revel in breathtaking vistas. In keeping with their aim of "living as the locals do," the engaging and intrepid Ian Wright, Justine Shapiro, Megan McCormick and others explore everything from big-city landmarks to exotic sights in remote villages.
All Upcoming Episodes
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Globe Trekker Special: World War II In Europe (#826)
Explore the forests of Compiegne in northern France, the Normandy beaches and the island of Crete.
- Mon, November 9, 12:00 AM on IPTV
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Globe Trekker Special: Slavery (#827)
The Trekkers journey across four continents to learn about the origins and consequences of slavery.
- Mon, November 16, 12:38 AM on IPTV
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Globe Trekker Special: Best Dives (#828)
The waters of Dominica, Turks and Caicos, Fiji, Micronesia and the Great Barrier Reef are visited.
- Mon, November 23, 12:37 AM on IPTV
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Ice Trekking The Alps (#815)
A ski tours through France, Italy and Switzerland features a look at Mont Blanc and the Matterhorn.
- Sat, November 28, 5:00 AM on IPTV Learns
- Sat, November 28, 11:00 PM on IPTV Learns
- Mon, December 28, 12:00 AM on IPTV
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Ethiopia (#829)
Ian explores the northern highlands of Axum, the Timkat festival and Blue Nile Falls in Bahar Dar.
- Mon, November 30, 12:00 AM on IPTV
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Philippines (#830)
Explore the jungle of El Nido, hanging coffins in Sagada, the island of Negros and Manila nightlife.
- Mon, December 7, 12:00 AM on IPTV
- Mon, December 14, 12:00 AM on IPTV
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Globe Trekker Special: Galleons, Pirates & Treasure (#816)
Sheds light on the real renegades of the Caribbean and 250 years of perilous treasure hunting.
- Mon, December 21, 12:00 AM on IPTV
Past Episodes
These episodes of Globe Trekker aired in the last few months on Iowa Public Television.
- Los Angeles City Guide (#825)
- Queensland & The Great Barrier Reef (#824)
- Globe Trekker Special: Planet of the Apes (#805)
- Panama & Colombia (#823)
- Portugal & The Azores (#822)
- Utah & Colorado (#802)
- Best American Hikes (#821)
- Food Hour: Mexico (#807)
- East Africa: Tanzania & Zanzibar (#820)
- Western Canada (#819)
- Mozambique (#818)
- California (#817)
- Globe Trekker Special: Galleons, Pirates & Treasure (#816)
- Ice Trekking The Alps (#815)
- Globe Trekker Special: Best American Water Treks 1 (#814)
- Pakistan (#813)
- Spanish Islands (#812)
- Morocco (#811)
- Globe Trekker Special: Great Natural Wonders (#810)
