Burt Wolf: Travels & Traditions

Hamburg, Germany (#706)

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Take a musical tour of the 1960s period when the city was the world's rock epicenter. [26 minutes]

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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Hamburg, Germany (#706)

Take a musical tour of the 1960s period when the city was the world's rock epicenter. [26 minutes]
- Mon, January 21, 1:00 AM on IPTV
- Fri, February 1, 4:00 AM on IPTV Learns
Vatican City (#703)

View the ceiling of St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel. Visit the Vatican's mosaic studio. [25 minutes]
- Wed, January 23, 4:00 AM on IPTV Learns
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]
- Fri, January 25, 1:30 AM on IPTV
- Sat, January 26, 8:00 AM on IPTV
Cologne, Germany (#704)

Visit an ancient cathedral, a chocolate museum & a carnival celebration. Cruise on the Rhine River. [26 minutes]
- Fri, January 25, 4:00 AM on IPTV Learns
Bermuda (#112)

Explore this ideal island resort packed with interesting historical sites and beach front dining. [26 minutes]
- Sat, January 26, 9:30 PM on IPTV Learns
Aachen, Germany (#705)

Tour the city and visit ancient fountains, a magnificent church and try the signature foods. [25 minutes]
- Wed, January 30, 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, February 1, 1:30 AM on IPTV
- Sat, February 2, 8:00 AM on IPTV
St. Gallen, Switzerland (#707)

Tour the town as it celebrates its 1,000-year history as an innovative center for textiles. [26 minutes]
- Mon, February 4, 1:00 AM on IPTV
- Wed, February 6, 4:00 AM on IPTV Learns
Luzern for Fun and Profit (#1305)

The beautiful setting surrounding the Swiss city of Lucerne and the Rosengart Museum are explored. [26 minutes]
- Fri, February 8, 1:30 AM on IPTV
- Sat, February 9, 8:00 AM on IPTV
A Tuscan Harvest, Italy (#708)

Visit the artistic, cultural and gastronomic center of Northern Italy & a vineyard south of Siena. [25 minutes]
- Fri, February 8, 4:00 AM on IPTV Learns
- Mon, February 11, 1:00 AM on IPTV
In Taiwan, A Sense of Place - Part 1 (#709)

People who have come to the U.S. from Taiwan describe why immigrated & what they have accomplished. [25 minutes]
- Wed, February 13, 4:00 AM on IPTV Learns
- Mon, February 18, 1:00 AM on IPTV
U.S. Virgin Islands (#308)

Tours the 3 major islands of St. Thomas, St. John & St. Croix and learn what to buy & what to eat. [25 minutes]
- Thu, February 14, 6:00 AM on IPTV Learns
- Thu, February 14, 12:00 PM on IPTV Learns
- Fri, February 15, 12:00 AM on IPTV Learns
Cruising The Adriatic Sea (#1306)

Burt sails from Venice to Bari and across the Adriatic Sea to Montenegro and visits ancient towns. [26 minutes]
- Fri, February 15, 1:30 AM on IPTV
- Sat, February 16, 8:00 AM on IPTV
In Taiwan, A Sense of Place - Part 2 (#710)

A Yankees Pitcher, a Forensic Scientist and an AIDS researcher discuss their accomplishments. [26 minutes]
- Fri, February 15, 4:00 AM on IPTV Learns
- Mon, February 25, 1:00 AM on IPTV
Atlantic City, New Jersey (#601)

Take a look at the history of the city & saltwater taffy. Tour the hotels, casinos & restaurants. [26 minutes]
- Wed, February 20, 4:00 AM on IPTV Learns
Dublin, Ireland (#602)

Visit the Guinness brewery, learn the origin of the Guinness Book of Records & tour the local pubs. [26 minutes]
- Fri, February 22, 4:00 AM on IPTV Learns
The Lands of St. Patrick, Ireland (#603)

Visit St. Patrick's original church & the mystic pilgrimage sites of Lough Derg and Croagh Patrick. [25 minutes]
- Wed, February 27, 4:00 AM on IPTV Learns

Past Episodes

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