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Joseph Rosendo's Travelscope
| Website: | http://www.travelscope.net |
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| Next Airing: | Fri, Jun 9th, 2023 at 1:30 AM on UEN-TV |
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The Daytime Emmy-winning travel series Travelscope- now re-titled JOSEPH ROSENDO'S TRAVELSCOPE- scales new heights of adventure, natural splendor and cultural richness this season. Host Joseph Rosendo journeys from the California coast to the islands of Hong Kong and to Chile's Tierra del Fuego. Along the way, he encounters the heights of natural beauty in the Cariboo-Chilcotin Coast region of British Columbia, celebrates Christmas in Switzerland and circumnavigates the tip of South America. The series' hallmark remains the rich cultural interchanges between Joseph and the local population. He joins the parade of medieval guilds during Zurich's spring festival, shares devotions with a holy man in a rock-hewn church in Lalibela, Ethiopia and explores the mysteries behind the stone figures on Easter Island.
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Zambia - Bush & River Safari
Magnificent, wild and culturally rich, Zambia is everything you think Africa is and more. Joseph first flies into the South Luangwa National Park for astonishing wildlife and cultural encounters. We join Joseph on village visits, jeep excursions as well as on a walking safari for close encounters with the King of Beasts! He then heads south along the great Zambezi River. There he canoes through "Hippo City", visits with a pride of lions, and for the icing on the cake journeys to Victoria Falls or as the locals call it, Mosi-oa-Tunya - "The Smoke that Thunders." In one of the world's great wonders he swims in the "Devil's Pool" and leans out into the 300-foot abyss. In the end, he discovers that although Zambia's wildlife is impressive and its natural wonders, breathtaking, it is the majesty of its people's gentle smiles, open hearts, and quiet strength that outshines it all!
Next Airing: Fri, Jun 9th, 2023 at 1:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 8/23/2019 to 8/22/2032 -
Halloween In Ireland's Ancient East
The Irish are a celebratory people ready to rejoice in life at the beat of a drum, a note from a song and a burst of laughter. Joseph joins the party when he celebrates Halloween in Ireland's Ancient East, an area rich in history, myths and legends, and views this beautiful part of the island through the prism of two festivals. The Puca Festival is an ancient observance reborn and the Wexford Festival Opera illustrates Irish's devotion to community. At the Puca Festival Joseph joins the commemoration of the Celtic New Year, Samhain (pronounced Sow-In), which dates back more than 2,500 years. At the Wexford Opera Festival he spotlights the festival's 70 years of featuring unknown national and international composers with the support of more than 400 community volunteers. In between the festivities, Joseph samples a taste of the island in castles, country homes, markets, pubs and restaurants. It's clear that Ireland has much to celebrate - its heritage and culture, its struggles and survival, its scenic beauty and natural attractions - and we're all invited to join in the revelry.
Next Airing: Fri, Jun 16th, 2023 at 1:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 12/1/2022 to 11/30/2032 -
Ireland - Following The Way of St. Patrick, Part 1
Joseph follows in the footsteps of St. Patrick, Ireland's Patron Saint, when he wanders by foot and travels by car along the Way and Trail of St. Patrick in Northern Ireland. In this episode Joseph encounters Patrick's history in the grand Roman Catholic and Church of Ireland cathedrals in Armagh, the ecclesiastical capital of Ireland. He visits with fifth century Celts at Navin Centre & Fort and then travels on to other sacred and mythical sites, washing his face in St. Patrick's Well and sitting in the saint's Chair. Along the rugged Irish coast he visits the Giant's Causeway and finds plenty of comfort and good cheer at Bushmill's historic distillery. He travels on to Northern Ireland's capital, Belfast, and tours the University, Titanic and Cathedral Quarters and drops into a few pubs for a pint of Guinness or two to quench his thirst. By the end of his Belfast stay he's prepared to move on to Downpatrick, Patrick's burial place, for all the festivities and celebrations surrounding the saint's day.
Next Airing: Fri, Jun 23rd, 2023 at 1:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:45 Usage rights: 12/1/2022 to 11/30/2032 -
Ireland - Following The Way of St. Patrick, Part 2
Joseph continues his Irish journey in the footsteps St. Patrick, Ireland's Patron Saint, by foot and by car along the Way and Trail of St. Patrick in Northern Ireland. This episode takes him to Slemish Mountain where Patrick served as a slave and Strangford Lough where Patrick returned to Ireland to answer the heavenly call to convert the populace to Christianity. He visits Saul Church, where Patrick began his mission, and Downpatrick Cathedral, St. Patrick's burial site. While on his journey sacred sites abound, but he best connects with his Patrick's spirit in the forests, fields and mountains where he walked, worked and lived. Ireland is a land of myth and legend and rich in customs and traditions. St. Patrick's Day in Downpatrick is filled to the brim with their observance. Here Joseph discovers that while in much of the world St. Patrick's Day is a rousing party, in Ireland the saint's death is commemorated as a time of reconciliation, contemplation, and family and cultural celebrations. In typical Irish fashion it's also a time for mighty craic - a great time!
Next Airing: Fri, Jun 30th, 2023 at 1:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 12/1/2022 to 11/30/2032 -
The Best of Taiwan
Why Taiwan? That is a question uninitiated visitors to Taiwan may ask. Beginning with its Portuguese discoverers, who called it Isla Formosa, Beautiful Isle; they will soon find there is much in Taiwan to enjoy. With close to 1,000 miles of coastline to stroll, 286 mountain peaks over 9,000 feet to climb, 10 islands to explore, countless festivals to celebrate and 14 aboriginal groups to meet, Taiwan is a wondrous land with an abundance of surprising things to do, see and experience. Joseph has covered the island from every angle. He's taken in the island by rail, reveled in its natural treasures, sampled its unique foods and drinks, combed through its night markets, explored its islands, participated in spiritual and cultural festivals and celebrated with its people. In his latest Taiwan episode Joseph dips into his previous Taiwan adventures, picks the best of his experiences and answers the question, "Why Taiwan?"
Next Airing: Fri, Jul 7th, 2023 at 1:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 12/1/2022 to 11/30/2032 -
South Africa - Into The Wild!
Joseph heads back to his first African adventure when he safaris through South Africa for close encounters with its animals and people. His journey begins in Cape Town, South Africa's mother city, so called because it's the country's oldest. Then in the shadow of the city's landmark Table Mountain, he visits South Africa's oldest wine country and samples some of South Africa's finest wines. While we can expect to find lions and elephants on Joseph's African journey, at the Cape of Good Hope Joseph also introduces us to ostriches and a colony of three thousand African Penguins. The climax of the episode is Joseph's safari at Shamwari Game Reserve, a 61,000 acre preserve. Equally as inspiring as Joseph's experience being surrounded by the multitude of Shamwari's amazing animal residents is his experience in Alicedale, an abandoned rail town on the edge of the reserve. There he learns that sustainable tourism, attracted by the game reserve, has given the people new hope. In a dramatic moment of illustrated truth, Joseph's South African journey teaches us that although predators kill by instinct, people choose whether to attack or embrace each other and choice is what makes us human and allows us to celebrate our connection.
Next Airing: Fri, Jul 14th, 2023 at 1:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 12/1/2022 to 11/30/2032 -
South Padre Island, Tx
Joseph heads to South Padre Island for a host of activities that highlight the many pleasures available to visitors to the longest barrier island on the South Texas Coast. Besides enjoying the local's favorite pastime of kicking' back and breathing in the sweet sea breezes, Joseph partakes of the islands' many natural and manmade attractions. From fishing to bird watching and horseback riding, from building sand castles to kayaking the lagoon and hitting the surf, Joseph joins in the fun. A highlight of his visit is his in-depth visit to the only Sea Turtle rescue set in the United States -- South Padre Island Sea Turtle, Inc. To round out his stay he follows the Sandcastle Trail and Sea Turtle Art Trail and proves that South Padre Island has something to offer every visitor and the best time to visit is now.
Next Airing: Fri, Jul 21st, 2023 at 1:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 12/1/2022 to 11/30/2032 -
France - Cruising on the Lot
Joseph and his crew navigate a watery path under the craggy cliffs and dramatic escarpments of Southwest France. Winding their way by boat through the Lot River Valley they capture Joseph's journey through the river's ancient locks and the region's magical villages. Among the many treasures the episode features are Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, classified as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages of France", the Chateau de Mercues, with its Michelin star restaurant and award-winning winery, as well as, the region's capital, Cahors, which boasts historic bridges, secret gardens and one of the best marches - famers' markets - in Southwest France. Joseph offers his viewers a taste of the region's abundance of riches.
Next Airing: Fri, Jul 28th, 2023 at 1:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 12/1/2022 to 11/30/2032 -
Alaska - America's Last Frontier
Joseph looks back to his first voyage through Alaska's Inside Passage to the land and the people of America's Last Frontier. His ocean-going vessel carries him through Canadian waters to Prince Rupert, British Columbia and on through Alaska's inside passage to Juneau, Skagway and Sitka. Along the way the ship stops in Tracy Arm Fjord to catch nature's show headlined by Bald Eagles and Gray, Orca and Humpback whales. Further explorations take him to Alaska's capital, Juneau and while no roads lead to Juneau visitors still come to trek its glaciers, kayak its rivers and ski its mountains. Joseph's Alaskan journey of discovery continues in the Klondike Gold Rush town of Skagway and in historic Sitka where he explores its Russian roots. On his Inside Passage journey he meets the Tsimshian people and learns of their struggle to retain their language, rich culture and ancient ceremonies. Alaska is America's Last Frontier and every Alaskan has a story to tell about what brought them and what keeps them there. In the end, Joseph discovers that they came for the land, but they stayed for the people.
Next Airing: Fri, Aug 4th, 2023 at 1:30 AM on UEN-TV Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 12/1/2022 to 11/30/2032 -
Cruising Canada: Ottawa and the Rideau Canal
The Rideau Canal is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a popular tourist and recreational attraction and the oldest continuously operating canal system in North America. At every bend along the scenic engineering miracle the traveler is gifted with a world of surprises in its adjacent cities, towns and villages. Joseph begins his Rideau Canal journey in Ottawa where he explores the capital's diverse neighborhoods, historic landmarks, farmer's markets and hip restaurants. From the Ottawa Locks he climbs aboard his personal craft and pilots the luxury vessel along the canal's watery trail on placid waters through thick forests to picturesque communities. He grinds flour in an ancient mill, samples "butter tarts" with the Gingerbread Man, blows glass "witch balls" and helps First Nations craftspeople build a birch bark canoe. From visiting a cannabis factory to dining on maple syrup soaked flapjacks and cranking open the 19th century locks by hand, Joseph's Rideau Canal adventure pleases the senses and touches the heart.
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 8/23/2019 to 8/22/2032 -
Maine - Town & Country
Join Joseph on a Maine adventure that uncovers Maine's Town and Country pleasures while focusing on its greatest resource - its people. From brew masters to boat builders, from the Oyster Lady to the Lobsterman Family, Joseph meets the Mainers that carrying on the traditions and maritime heritage of Maine and those that are in the forefront of innovation and change. Travel with Joseph as he explores the historic sites, chic shops and fine restaurants of Portland, and discovers the joys of going off-the-beaten-track in the fishing villages and towns of the beautiful Blue Hill Peninsula. On his travels Joseph hikes, bikes, sails, kayaks, dines and samples the citified and rural pleasures of the country's most forested state. He uncovers little-known attractions while he also experiences Maine's tried and true one. It's a Down East Maine Down Home journey.
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 8/23/2019 to 8/22/2032 -
Taiwan - Mountain Beauty, Villages & Cultures - Part 1
Joseph explores Taiwan's most stunning natural attraction and national park - The Taroko Gorge - which highlights the mountain beauty, villages and cultures of Ilha Formosa. His journey takes him on hikes through the marble gorge, across dramatic suspension bridges, to stunning waterfalls and up mountain slopes where Taiwan's native beauty is spread out before him. His journey continues in one of Taiwan's 200 "Leisure Farms," which offer locals and visitors rural settings, traditional folk activities, creative cuisines and "Do It Yourself" arts and crafts which complement Taiwan's mountain beauty, villages and cultural experiences.
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 8/23/2019 to 8/22/2032 -
Taiwan - Mountain Beauty, Villages & Cultures - Part 2
In this Taiwan episode Joseph leaves the forested heights of Taroko National Park and continues his explorations of Taiwan's small, cultural mountain villages. In their historic "Old Streets" he explores artisan shops, local restaurants and colorful temples for a hearty taste of Taiwanese culture. He also discovers more of Taiwan's original people through their food, arts & crafts, customs and traditions. He tries his hand at indigo cloth dying with the Hakka people, witnesses traditional Tayan weaving and participates in the equally somber and joyous Pasta'ay Festival of the indigenous Saisiyat Tribe. Here he joins in their festival of Blessing, Atonement and Forgiveness.
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 8/23/2019 to 8/22/2032 -
Thailand - Bangkok and Beyond
From grand palaces to Buddhist temples, from white sandy beaches to tropical forests, Thailand is the land of smiles. And most Thai adventures begin in Bangkok. From Chatuchak, a bustling market in the heart of the city, to encounters with holy men and visits to some of Thailand's richest of temples, Joseph's Thai adventures expand the mind and touch the heart. Thailand is rich in cultural connections and Joseph experiences them in Bangkok, but also along the River Kwai where the beauty of the river belies the horrors that occurred there during the Second World War. Joseph's Thai journey is an emotional roller coaster that spans the range from joyous celebration to meditative contemplation. Along the way there are diverse activities to fill the sultry Thai days.
Length: 00:26:46 Usage rights: 8/23/2019 to 8/22/2032