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The Island Diaries

Season 1 · 13 episodes · Sep 16, 2016

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    Episode 1

    Faroe Islands

    Sep 16, 2016

    The Faroe Islands are a cluster of islands with impressive cliffs towering over the sea. Patriotic, welcoming and patient, the Faroese lead peaceful lives, despite harsh weather conditions.

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    Episode 2

    Salt Spring Island

    Sep 23, 2016

    A stone's throw away from Vancouver Island, Salt Spring Island is known as British Columbia's go-to place for hippies. It's inhabitants enjoy the self-sufficiency and tranquility of their community.

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    Episode 3

    Big Island-Hawaii

    Sep 30, 2016

    Known as the Island of Fire and Ice because of its snow-capped peaks and volcanoes, Hawaii Island, or the Big Island, is the largest of them all, yet it is the least visited by tourists.

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    Episode 4

    Reunion Island

    Oct 7, 2016

    France's youngest region, Reunion Island, is also referred to as the "Intense Island" because of its splendid and sometimes harsh geography. However, life on this island is anything but intense.

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    Episode 5

    Cuba

    Oct 14, 2016

    Cuba is loved by tourists despite the rationing system that still prevails. Creativity is deeply embedded in Cubans, who practice eco-agriculture and are developing a prosperous private sector.

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    Episode 6

    Okinawa

    Oct 21, 2016

    Off the coast of Southern Japan, Okinawa is said to hold the secret to long life. With a laid-back atmosphere and very rich cultural history, it is adapting to changing times.

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    Episode 7

    Montserrat

    Oct 28, 2016

    In 1996 the Soufriere Hills volcano erupted, burying two thirds of the island of Montserrat, known as the emerald isle of the Caribbean.

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    Episode 8

    Bali

    Nov 4, 2016

    A small Hindu enclave at the heart of Indonesia, Bali's landscapes and people make for an enchanting experience.

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    Episode 9

    Channel Islands

    Nov 11, 2016

    Discover the Channel Islands in all their abundant natural glory, each with its own personality and living conditions and each inspired one way or another by British history and French culture.

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    Episode 10

    Grande Comore

    Nov 18, 2016

    At the heart of the Indian Ocean, traditions are strong on the island of Grande Comore.

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    Episode 11

    Crete

    Nov 25, 2016

    The cradle of Greek mythology, Crete is said to be the birthplace of Zeus. Today, hit by an economic slowdown, many Cretans strive for self-sufficiency by turning towards community initiatives.

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    Episode 12

    Newfoundland

    Dec 2, 2016

    Located at the easternmost point of North America, Newfoundland looks like it's at the edge of the world.

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    Episode 13

    Cape Verde

    Dec 9, 2016

    A Portuguese and African melting pot off the coast of Senegal, Cape Verde has a wealth of breathtaking sceneries. Despite its limited resources, locals are known for their kindness and music.