Phuket nestles in the Andaman Sea close to the Malaysian peninsula. The off-shore islands with their awesome limestone outcrops and coral gardens provide some of the most spectacular dive territory in the world. Phuket has become one of South East Asia’s most desirable tourist destinations. It has the exotic charm of tropical splendour with stretches of idyllic beaches, patches of unspoiled jungles, and ancient caves that were home to its early inhabitants.

A first view of Dubai inspires a sense of wonder. The similarities and vast differences between old and modern Dubai are what set the city apart from many other metropolises – it is a reflection of the timeless, mystic adventure of Arabia, from buzzing souks to the majestic desert. Amidst the bustling and exotic cosmopolitan lifestyle you can experience all the atmosphere of a souk in the 1950’s, as you stroll through a labyrinth of spice stores, pottery and carpentry workshops and rows of shops, including tailors, grocers, textile merchant and date sellers. Experience the unique adventure and wonder of this fascinating city of contrasts … a distinctive blend of modern city and timeless desert, East and West, old and new.

A thousand miles from anywhere this Indian Ocean archipellago became the hideaway of legendary pirates who plundered wealthy trading vessels. These paradise islands have over the centuries lured visitors to their shores - their strange stories and the mystical attractions of the islands are explored in this programme.

The island of Mauritius is a place steeped in mystery and legend. Colonised by the French it became home to many a wealthy Sugar Baron who exploited cheap slave labour to work in their plantations. The programme takes viewers on a visual oddyssey of the island's checkered past and draws them into the cultural offerings of its present day inhabitants who are a colourful mix of Indians, Chinese, French and Creole.

If you’ve never been to Australia then this programme will blow you away with its stunning icons and adventures in the great southern continent. And even if you live down under you’ll find plenty to fascinate and engage your imagination in this hour long documentary that takes you from the country’s most exclusive resort of Lizard Island on the Pacific to the bustling metropolis of Sydney, and then across to western Australia to capture the stories that make this one of the most sought after places in the world.

The jewel in the African crown, Namibia - a country like none other. Travel through the oldest desert in the world, climb the highest dune in the world and marvel at this ancient land from a hot air balloon. Take in a broad perspective from the desert landscapes of Sossusvlei in the south to the renowned Etosha National Park in the north - a journey filled with great sights and adventure. Visit the birthplace of the nation, Mt. Etjo, where the final peace declaration was signed and meet the man who changed the face of game capture worldwide. Share in the exciting work being done at the Africat Foundation where cheetah and other wild animals are being rehabilitated into the wilds. Then, climax your visit to Etosha where animals gather in numbers that are rarely seen anywhere else in the world. This production of Namibia offers an experience not to be missed.