Jim Watt
61) The Emerald Isle
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Irish dance with the Bru Boru dance troupe, castles and cathedrals of Dublin, beautiful countrysides with ancient ruins, experience local horse racing and other favorite community sports and entertainment activities, explore the historic inland waterways and learn about the ancient construction of the canalways, locks and bridges, meet with locks keepers and barge owners, visit Irish Pubs, the city of Dublin, historic Clonmel, Hoare Abbey, meet Irish...
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The north coast of Ireland, Innishowen Peninsula, country bed and breakfasts, and the coastal village of Ballycastle. Visit Giant's Causeway, Obrien's Tower and Liscannor Stone, the town of Kinsale, Old Head golf course, Bushmill's Distillery, Foxford Woolen Mills, Charles Fort, ancient castle ruins, music from the Gaelic community of Rathcairn, Cliffs of Moher, Creevykeel Court Tomb, Grianan Fort and much more.
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Colorado is truly spectacular! The Rocky Mountains, brilliant blue skies, ferocious storms, snow, steep canyons, swift cascading rivers, giant sand dunes, sandstone pinnacles, high desert ancient cliff dwellings and dinosaurs. At least that is what this program on Colorado is all about. Featured parks include: Rocky Mountain National Park, Mesa Verde National Park, Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve, Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National...
64) Illinois
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Shopping along Michigan Avenue, an afternoon with the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field or a visit to the new Millennium Park…these are just a few of the locations visited by the "Discoveries… America" crew as they pass through Chicago, the third largest city in the United States. Take a look inside of Frank Lloyd Wright's home and the surrounding neighborhood of Oak Park where he lived and worked. The Rialto Theater in Joliet is an amazing monument...
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Zion National Park: Massive multi-hued sandstone cliffs with deep canyons and magnificent scenery. • Bryce Canyon National Park: Hoodoos, created by erosion, are odd-shaped pillars of rock. Here, the largest collection of hoodoos in the world! • Capitol Reef National Park: Containing a geologic monocline (a wrinkle on the earth) called the Waterpocket Fold. A hidden treasure filled with cliffs, canyons, domes and bridges extending almost 100 miles....
66) Rhode Island
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Rhode Island has a proud tradition of independence and a number of historic firsts. The smallest state in the union is one of America's precious gems and a microcosm of New England. The first armed conflict with the British took place in Warwick, Rhode Island with the burning of the Gaspee, and the Industrial Revolution has its origins at Slater Mill. Preservation of history in the form of 18th century architecture is a major concern in Newport. Twentieth...
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ANTIPASTI: Citrus Vinaigrette; Tricolore Salad; Hand Torn Croutons; Spring Panzanella; PRIMI: Compound Butters; Local Clams in Bagna Cauda Butter; Pesto Pizze; Penne Pasta; Gnocchi Dumplings; SECONDI: Chicken Alla Diavola; Lamb Chops; Gulf Shrimp Pastina 'Risotto'; BREAKFAST: Spring Frittata: DOLCI: Chocolate Hazelnut Crespelle; Strawberries in Port. Chef Tom Small enjoys food that is based on essential principles of Italian cooking: Simple treatment...
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Great Basin Geosphere is a unique 200,000 square mile piece of real estate. High desert and mountains cover 20% of the lower 48 United States... Including most of Nevada, southern Oregon, Idaho, Western Utah and a portion of eastern California. This vast area is much more than "just a desert." Featuring Great Basin National Heritage Area, Great Basin National Park & Nevada Northern Railway National Historic Landmark.
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Perhaps the most colorful region in India, Rajasthan is a land graced with impenetrable forts, spectacular palaces and waves of sand dunes and serene lakes. This region represents a mystique unequaled in the world for its amazing diversity in heritage, culture and desert expanse. People, customs, costumes, cuisine, dialects & music all create a huge open-air museum. The Pink City of Jaipur is best known for it's City Palace Complex which includes...
70) Southwest
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Visit the cities of Andulucia, where many visitors have their most indelible impression of Spain; Sevilla a spectacular semi tropic city with one of the largest cathedrals in the world; and Alcazar Palace, with the best in Mudahar architecture. See Spain's best preserved Roman ruins in Merida, and the small villages of the conquistadors Pizarro and Cortes. History at it's finest!
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Acclaimed Northwest pastry chef Dannielle Myxter shares her secrets and cooking skills for preparing and presenting a variety of uniquely delicious pastries & desserts. Recipes include: Berry Shortcake, Warm Gingerbread Spice Cakes with Poached Pears and Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, Margarita White Chocolate Mousse Cake, Peppermint Baked Alaska, Crème Carmel, Chocolate Carmel Bread Pudding.
72) North Carolina
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The Wright Brothers made first powered flight in North Carolina, today there's a monument to their achievement, & museum with replica of their original flyer. Kitty Hawk Kites bring passion of flying with ultra lights and kite boards. Hang gliding classes are popular in Jockey's Ridge, a natural sand dune on the Outer Banks. Wilmington is historic city with waterfront with over 200 historic buildings, historic homes, museums & antique shops. Community's...
73) Wisconsin
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America's Dairyland is made up of small family farms like Castle Rock Organic Dairy, which takes great pride in delivering glass bottled milk directly to homes. Milwaukee is a city that has reinvented itself as a major tourist destination with sport stadiums, a new river walk and public market. Fellowship and a love of singing bring together four young men in the "Voices Only" barbershop quartet. Trek Bicycle Company makes more bicycles than any other...
74) New Hampshire
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"New Hampshire is what New England was" or so say the local residents in this part of the country. Quintessential New England is reflected in charming and historic Portsmouth, a small city that Money Magazine frequently calls "one of the ten best places to live". In the autumn, the Fall Color Report gives thousands of visiting 'leaf peepers' a chance to find the very best foliage in the state. Take a ride on the Cog Railroad to the top of Mt....
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The San Francisco Bay area is a treasure of diverse ecosystems which include some of the most visited units of the U.S. National Park system. These parks are unique in that most are near urban areas and offer easy access to a wide variety of visitors. Featuring: Golden Gate National Recreation Area, San Francisco Cable Cars National Historic Landmark, San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, Alcatraz Island, Presidio of San Francisco,...
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Kyoto, formerly the imperial capital where royalty held court for over 1000 years, is one of Japan's most beautiful cities. In the 21st century Kyoto remains the cultural capital with over 2000 temples & shrines. Featuring: Kyoto Train Station, 400 year old Nishiki Market, Gion Teahouses and Arashiama District Gardens including Tenru-ji Zen Temple & Garden, Moss Garden & Bamboo Forest. Remarkably, twenty percent of Kyoto's population is involved...
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The Ngorongoro Crater and Conservation District is a world heritage site, which includes an entire ecosystem within the crater walls containing extraordinary depth and beauty. Referred to by many as the 8th natural wonder of the world and the "Eden" of Africa, the crater floor covers over 100 square miles and is 2000 feet deep. The Ngorongoro Conservation District is a vast piece of real estate covering over 3200 square miles. The Crater though perhaps...
79) Grand Canyon
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Grand Canyon National Park An inspiring landscape, The Grand Canyon in Arizona overwhelms our senses through its enormity! Unique combinations of geologic color and erosional forms decorate a canyon that is 277 river miles long, up to 18 miles wide, and a mile deep. California Condors Reintroduction Grand Canyon National Park has become an important refuge for California condors and one of the best places on Earth to see them in the wild. One of the...
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ANTIPASTI: Goat Cheese Torta; Roasted Beet Salad; Red Wine Vinaigrette; Warm Mussel Salad with Olives, Oranges, Fennel & Arugula; Giardiniera with Cured Meats; Local Clams in Acqua Pazza; PRIMI: Butternut Squash Lasagna; Bolognese Pappardelle; SECONDI: Pork Tenderloin with Garlic & Sage on a bed of Roasted Cauliflower; Braised Lemon Chicken; DOLCI: Flourless Chocolate Cake; Caramelized Apple Bread Pudding. Chef Tom Small enjoys food that is...