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New Zealand South Island

Season 5 Episode 510 | 26m 45s

The South Island of New Zealand weaves Kiwi culture with scenic splendor. The vast vineyards of Marlborough brought this country’s wines to the world stage. Rudy gets a crash course in Maori bone carving at a local artists' colony. The city of Queenstown draws adventure enthusiasts, from braving white-water rapids on river boards to a hot air balloon ride with views of “Lord of the Rings” country.

Aired: 05/26/22
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
Extras
Rudy explores the rich history and culture of “The Most Mexican of Cities.”
Rudy visits ancient Teotihuacán, the metropolis of Mexico City, and the Mexican Riviera.
Shanghai dazzles with fantastic skyscrapers, non-stop shopping and delicious dining.
The energetic, ever-changing Hong Kong.
With natural beauty and abundant plant and animal life, New Zealand is a traveler’s dream.
Home to beaches and The Great Barrier Reef, Queensland is an outdoor adventure.
Stunning metropolis Sydney boasts a glorious harbor, carefree attitude and sunny beaches.
The cultures of the Pacific converge on the breathtaking islands of Hawaii.
An urban center surrounded by nature, Seattle mixes city life with the great outdoors.
Canada’s door to the Pacific Rim is a vibrant mix of European heritage and Asian cultures.
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Rudy visits ancient Teotihuacán, the metropolis of Mexico City, and the Mexican Riviera.
Shanghai dazzles with fantastic skyscrapers, non-stop shopping and delicious dining.
The energetic, ever-changing Hong Kong.
With natural beauty and abundant plant and animal life, New Zealand is a traveler’s dream.
Home to beaches and The Great Barrier Reef, Queensland is an outdoor adventure.
Stunning metropolis Sydney boasts a glorious harbor, carefree attitude and sunny beaches.
The cultures of the Pacific converge on the breathtaking islands of Hawaii.
An urban center surrounded by nature, Seattle mixes city life with the great outdoors.
Canada’s door to the Pacific Rim is a vibrant mix of European heritage and Asian cultures.