Along Borneo’s Kinabatangan River, oil palm plantations threaten wildlife-rich rainforests while providing a necessary income to local populations. Make an impact by embarking on a river safari!
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The white gold that shaped today’s Norway [Odda/Trolltunga]
The face of Norway changed drastically thanks to hydropower. Walk in the footsteps of its pioneers in Odda & Tyssedal, close to Trolltunga.
The harbour of Antwerp through past & present [with GPS track]
Exclusive tour of the harbour of Antwerp, Europe’s second largest, between capsize bulk carriers and cute villages surrounded by nature.
Reviving an Ancient Craft & Cambodia’s Pride: Khmer Golden Silk
Visit this exclusive golden silk farm where a thousand-year-old tradition is brought back to life!
From cotton to clothes in traditional Laos
From cotton to clothes, the traditional way.
Rubber Tapping in South East Asia
From tree sap to condom: learn about runner tapping!
Japan’s Saviours: Women or Robots?
Japan has been facing many economic challenges. Could empowering women or working with robots be a way out?
Dyeing to weave your way through Vientiane, Laos!
Learn about the century-old natural dyeing and weaving techniques of Laos!
Dutch cheese, the secrets revealed
Learn about Dutch cheese, its ripening process, and know how to choose the best ones!
Witness the biggest flower auction in the world!
Visit the astonishing flower auction of Aalsmeer, close to Amsterdam, the biggest flower auction in the world!
The Panama Canal unlocked
Learn about the history of this engineering masterpiece, and where it stands in the competitive shipping market against Suez, the Northwest passage & the canal of Nicaragua.
Bocas del Toro, Panama: The craddle of the Chiquita banana empire
The surprising history of Bocas del Toro, Panama, where the Chiquita banana empire started!
Canal du Midi unlocked: the high-end olives of L’Oulibo (5/5)
Go behind the scenes and discover how high-end olive oils and table olives are crafted.
Tsukiji Fish Market and Tuna Auction [Tokyo]
Explore the Tsukiji fish market and its unique tuna auction in Tokyo.