1,000 Places to See Before You Die
1000 Places to See Before You Die is a documentary series that aired on the Travel Channel as well as Discovery HD Theater in 2007. The show, hosted by Albin and Melanie Ulle, travels around the world to showcase some of the Earth's vast beauty. The program also explores the diverse cultures of several amazing countries and approximately 100 of the 1,000 Places from the book, with an eye towards unearthing local charms and traditions.
Episodes
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A scenic travelogue of Alaska includes natural beauty, wildlife, culture and history.
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Landscapes of Italy; Melanie and Albin history; Italian culture and cuisine.
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The Ulles travel to Hawaii, exploring the Big Island and Oahu. Included: a hike to Diamond Head; surfing; cliff diving.
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The Ulles travel to Brazil, experiencing both urban and jungle environments.
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The Ulles visit Australia. Included: bungee jumping in the jungle and flying over the Great Barrier Reef.
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The Ulles travel to France and immerse themselves in Gallic culture, art, fashion and gaming.
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The Ulles travel to South Africa and take in wildlife reserves and diverse native cultures. Included: Cape Town.
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The Ulles travel to Cambodia, examining Angkor; Tonle Sap, a huge freshwater floodplain; and the shrine at Choeung Ek honoring those who died during the Pol Pot regime in the “killing fields.”
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The Ulles travel to Peru, where they go to see the enigmatic patterns and figures carved in the Nazca Desert known as the Nazca Lines, take part in the Inti Raymi festival honoring the Incan sun god in Cuzco, and watch the sun rise over Machu Picchu.
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The Ulles make a stop in Nepal and Bhutan.
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Melanie and Albin visit Mexico.
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The Ulles embark on a journey through India.
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The Ulles travel to South Africa and take in wildlife reserves and diverse native cultures. Included: Cape Town.
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A trip to Canada features outdoor activities, including surfing, skiing, storm watching and a zipline ride through the mountains.
