Filmmaker David Diaan, an expatriate residing in Los Angeles , left his native Iran 24 years ago, unable to return due to the sudden and fierce changes that rocked Iran in 1979. However, motivated by a deep longing to visit his motherland and the recent easing up of tensions, he finally deemed it safe enough to pay a visit. Iran is My Home

Known as the "cradle of civilization", the Middle East is the meeting point between Africa, Europe and Asia, and contains some of the most beautiful and mystical scenery in the world. Unfortunately, due to cultural and political complexities, only a handful of visitors get to experience the genuine hospitality of the people and see the region's stunning ancient cities.

Traveler Ian Wright starts his journey in Jordan's Wadi Rum Desert, traveling south past the ruins at Petra and then on to Beirut in Lebanon. He ends his journey in Syria at the ancient town of Palmyra. Further south, traveler Megan McCormick visits battle scarred Kuwait before traveling on to Dubai and finally Oman. Justine Shapiro completes the journey traveling through Israel and the Sinai Desert.

Along the way...

# Witness a Sufi ritual and the mystical order of the Whirling Dervishes
# Revel in the festivities of Liberation Day on the streets of Kuwait City
# Play a round of golf with one of the most flamboyant sheiks in Arabia
# Spend the night in a stable in Jerusalem
# Climb Mount Sinai in Egypt
# Additional Short History Special

Join regular Globe Trekkers Justine Shapiro, Ian Wright and Megan McCormick on a historical whistle stop tour of the Middle East. Follow them discovering the major historic sites that have shaped its empires, religions and conflicts.
Middle East : Globe Trekker

The stretch of land separating North and South America is a diverse assembly of countries and cultures. While hundreds of ruined cities throughout the jungles of Central and Meso-America reveal the secrets of the ancient Maya, the ruins in Nicaragua reveal more recent atrocities. Through this contrast shines some of the most naturally beautiful landscapes in the world.Central America : Globe Trekker

Buenos Aires, Argentina is the best kept secret in the travel industry -- a very AFFORDABLE, world-class, sophisticated European-type city in South America.

If you are considering traveling to this beautiful city, this video is an absolute must-see. With extensive input from both locals and tourists in early 2004, CNI Cinema brings you the insider information on the top 10 places to see and do in Buenos Aires.
Best of Buenos Aires

Join host Shari Belafonte and explore Meridas Old World architecture. Ride to Progreso, and then tour ruins of Maya and Toltec civilizations at Chichen Itza and Uxmal. Continue to Cancun, and snorkel through Caribbean waters at Akumel and Isla Mujeres. See Mayan ruins on the high cliffs at Tulum and in the jungle at Coba. Finally, travel to Ambergris Caye and more of the Mayan past at Altun Ha, Xunantunich and Lamunai in Belize
Travels in Mexico & the Caribbean: Merida, Cancun & Belize

Descend 3,000 feet to an area of the ocean floor never before seen by humankind. The mission: collect rare and unusual species for study at the Smithsonian and elsewhere--all part of a real-life exploration that will discover what is believed to be more than a dozen new species of marine life. Shot on the famed archipelago and in its surrounding waters, Galapagos follows marine biologist Dr. Carole Baldwin as she makes her initial venture into that world first chronicled for science 160 years earlier by Charles Darwin. The tools for Baldwin's team are far different from anything Darwin used, yet one thing is unchanged. The Galapagos Islands remain a stunningly abundant laboratory for exploration.
Galapagos IMAX

This spectacular cruise takes you to six islands in both Hawaii and French Polynesia. You'll comb powdery white-and-black-sand beaches, hike through lush forests, approach once mighty volcanoes, and witness waterborne adventures of every kind. You'll also experience the unexpected: probing the culture and history that makes each island - and its people - so unique.
Cruise Hawaii & Tahiti

Visit modern Egypt with its crowded bazaars in Cairo and Alexandria, the famous dam at Aswan, and the intriguing River Nile. At El Alamein, visualize one of the most important battles fought during World War II. Marvel at awesome pyramids, huge monuments, and dazzling tombs. Experience the incredible sights of treasures from King Tuts tomb, the Great Pyramids at Giza, and remnants from the ancient city of Thebes.
Discovering Egypt

From National Geographic Television and Thirteen/WNET New York, Africa is a groundbreaking eight-hour series captured over two years of filming in 11 countries.
This epic series presents Africa through the eyes of its people, conveying the diversity and beauty of the land and the compelling personal stories of the people who shape its future.
Africa contains eight hours plus one-hour bonus program, "The Making of Africa."
Africa - National Geographic (2001)

'Exploring Tibet' tours Tibet from Lhasa to Kathmandu, Nepal showing us how Tibet looks today. It gives us a glimpse of a area of the world which has long fascinated us.

Tibet has been known as the mysterious isolated Buddhist kingdom locked away in the Himalaya Mountains, on the roof of the world. Not until the mid 1980s was Tibet open to visitors. 'Exploring Tibet' starts with the history of the Tibetan people, their early kings and how Buddhism came to Tibet.


Exploring Tibet

Imagine a Las Vegas souvenir video that places you right in the middle of the action...as if you were actually there! Imagine a Las Vegas souvenir video that captures all the adventure of cruising the strip...all the thrills of riding the rides...all the excitement of seeing the shows! Imagine a Las Vegas souvenir video that is so up-to-date and entertaining that it makes you relive the excitement of your visit and makes you long to return to see in person the sights and attractions you may have misssed.
Las Vegas - The City of Excitement

Begin your trip 'down under' in Sydney, with its famous Harbor Bridge and Opera House. Join in the raucous nightlife of Kings Cross, then head to the Blue Mountains, home of the spectacular Wentworth Falls. Visit the national capital of Canberra, and the far-western urban oasis of Perth.
Video Visits Travel Collection: Discovering Australia

GETAWAY. RELAX. RENEW! Instantly alter your environment and mood by experiencing the awe-inspiring beauty and healing power of spectacular seascapes. Listen to all natural sounds of lapping waves, sea birds, and swaying palms (without distracting music or narration). Natural images and sounds so vivid - you can almost feel the warm waves lapping at your toes! Virtually sitting there, the long stationary shots will wash your stress away. Experience over 30 soothing beach scenes and colorful sunsets.


The Best Bahamas Beaches / WAVES Virtual Vacations

OVER CALIFORNIA is an exhilarating journey above a landscape of contrast. Photographed entirely from the air over the course of a year, powerful high-altitude images reveal the special beauty and magic of the mountains, deserts, vineyards, coastline and cities that are the state of California.
Over California

Bring home this must-have for fans of our national parks! This 3 DVD special collection includes: Disc 1: Marvel at Yellowstone's many scenic wonders: See the steamy balconies and terraces nature sculpted in Mammoth Hot Springs ...
National Parks - Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, Yosemite