Burt Wolf: Travels & Traditions

Krakow, Poland (#509)

Tour this cultural center of Eastern Europe. Visit the ancient castle and Cathedral on Wawel Hill. [27 minutes]

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Wed, April 24, 2013 4:00 AM (IPTV Learns)

Series Description: Burt Wolf, an internationally syndicated television journalist and prolific public television host, provides an overview of the area and its history, then introduces the people, architecture, art, culture, food and tourist attractions of some of the world's most interesting locations. His relaxed, personable and irreverent style makes the episodes both informative and entertaining.

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Holland (#806)

Burt explores the use of windmills visits the Vincent van Gogh Museum and takes a canal tour. [26 minutes]
- Mon, May 27, 1:00 AM on IPTV
What's Cooking In Rome? (#1303)

Burt visits the Coliseum and takes a private tour of the Vatican, St. Peters and the Sistine Chapel. [26 minutes]
- Wed, May 29, 4:00 AM on IPTV Learns
- Fri, June 14, 4:00 AM on IPTV Learns
Siena and Assisi, Italy (#1304)

Burt visits the Basilica of St. Francis and tours of one of Italy's most important wineries. [26 minutes]
- Fri, May 31, 4:00 AM on IPTV Learns
- Wed, June 19, 4:00 AM on IPTV Learns
Alaska (#807)

Ride the White Pass & Yukon Railroad and check out 1,500 square miles of ice cap. [27 minutes]
- Mon, June 3, 1:00 AM on IPTV
Luzern for Fun and Profit (#1305)

The beautiful setting surrounding the Swiss city of Lucerne and the Rosengart Museum are explored. [26 minutes]
- Wed, June 5, 4:00 AM on IPTV Learns
- Fri, June 21, 4:00 AM on IPTV Learns
Venice, Italy (#1301)

Burt takes a water taxi through the canals and visits the Basilica of San Marco and the Bell Tower. [26 minutes]
- Fri, June 7, 4:00 AM on IPTV Learns
- Wed, June 26, 4:00 AM on IPTV Learns
Hong Kong (#808)

This bustling metropolis has an unusual blend of western high-tech with Chinese high-touch. [26 minutes]
- Mon, June 10, 1:00 AM on IPTV
Florence, Italy (#1302)

Burt visits the Salvatore Ferragamo Museum and tours the great tourist attractions of the city. [26 minutes]
- Wed, June 12, 4:00 AM on IPTV Learns
- Fri, June 28, 4:00 AM on IPTV Learns
Immigrating to America, I (#809)

Each year the U.S. grants permanent residency to more immigrants than all other nations combined. [25 minutes]
- Mon, June 17, 1:00 AM on IPTV
- Mon, June 24, 1:00 AM on IPTV
San Francisco, California (#1009)

Explore the city's unique history, love of opulence and appreciation of good food. [27 minutes]
- Sat, June 29, 6:00 PM on IPTV Learns
Miami, Florida (#1007)

Visit some of the art galleries and taste the local flavors of the sophisticated, subtropical city. [26 minutes]
- Sat, June 29, 7:00 PM on IPTV Learns
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (#1003)

Tour the largest collection of outdoor murals, visit a Masonic Temple and taste Philly's best foods. [27 minutes]
- Sat, June 29, 8:00 PM on IPTV Learns
Springfield, Illinois (#1010)

Visit Abraham Lincoln's hometown and enjoy corn dogs, doughnuts, sandwiches and more on Route 66. [26 minutes]
- Sat, June 29, 9:00 PM on IPTV Learns
New York City (#1002)

Learn about the city's architectural heritage and roam from the tip of the island to Central Park. [27 minutes]
- Sat, June 29, 10:30 PM on IPTV Learns

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