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The Coolest Places on Earth Season 1 Episodes

Season 1 Episode Guide

22 Episodes 2013 - 2016

Episode 1

Extreme Sports in New Zealand, Ghost Tours in Savannah, and the World's Most Exotic Hotels

Sat, Sep 21, 2013

We go skydiving, jet boating, and bungee jumping in the adventure capital of the world, New Zealand. Then, we'll check in, to check out some of the world's most bizarre, extraordinary, and exotic hotels above ground and below.

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Episode 2

A Day Trip Up America's West Coast, from California to Alaska

Sat, Sep 28, 2013

We're taking you on a road trip up America's Pacific coast from Los Angeles to Seattle and north to the rugged 49th state, Alaska. So grab your gear, your board, and your appetite, because where we're going you'll need the fuel.

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Episode 3

What's Hot in Chile

Sat, Oct 5, 2013

Chile, the South American nation of extreme contrasts, where modern life and ancient history blend and big cities are just minutes away from exotic warm islands and frosty getaways.

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Episode 4

The Coolest Places to See Wildlife: Tanzania, the Great Barrier Reef, and the Amazon Rainforest

Sat, Oct 12, 2013

We're off to Tanzania's Serengeti National Park to follow wildebeests and big cats. Then we'll dive under Australia's Technicolor Great Barrier Reef and take a boat into the heart of the most diverse place on earth, the Amazon Rainforest.

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Episode 5

America's National Parks

Sat, Oct 19, 201320 mins

We're motoring across America on an adventure to explore its greatest National Parks. We'll climb Yosemite's El Cap, cheat on Yellowstone's Old Faithful, and uncover the reason these stones are moving by themselves across Death Valley.

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Episode 6

Top and Bottom: The World Above the 60th Parallel and Below

Sat, Oct 26, 2013

We're plotting a course for global adventure, exploring amazing places at the top of the world and at the bottom, from Iceland to the tip of Argentina and northern Canada to Tasmania.

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Episode 7

England and Wales: Castles, Baths, and Tubing

Sat, Nov 2, 2013

We're crossing the English Channel to Great Britain, the land of castles and cathedrals, nobles and knights, Beefeaters, and Big Ben. Hop aboard the double-decker, and don't forget your brolly.

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Episode 8

Beaches, Castles, and the Happiest Place on Earth: The Florida Keys, Norway, Scotland, and Croatia

Sat, Nov 9, 2013

We're on the road to happiness. If you're looking for an ocean of enjoyment and fun in the sun, we've got the keys...the Florida Keys, that is. Next, grab your parka. We're taking you to one of the happiest countries on the planet.

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Episode 9

The World's Coolest Ruins

Sat, Nov 16, 201320 mins

We're on the road to ruins...ancient ruins that is. Breathtaking, mysterious, and in every way awesome. From the Great Pyramid of Giza to the Great Wall of China, and from grand temples to dramatic dwellings.

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Episode 10

Australian Adventure

Sat, Nov 23, 2013

We're heading down under to one of the coolest continents on earth...Australia. We'll go surfing and sunbathing on Sydney's amazing beaches, cross the legendary outback, and get to the bottom...and the top of Uluru.

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Episode 11

New Zealand: Adventure Capital of the World

Sat, Jan 25, 2014

If you're craving big adventure, we've got just the ticket. Get ready to leap, soar, roll, and climb to impossible heights in New Zealand, the Land of the Long Clouds. It's time to get into the zone, Kiwi style.

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Episode 12

The World's Coolest Landmarks

Sat, Feb 1, 201420 mins

We're looking for landmarks in all of the right places. From New York, to Neuschwanstein, to the Kremlin, and the White House. So if you're "leaning" toward adventure, get ready for 20 of the world's most celebrated landmarks.

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Episode 13

The Coolest American Cities

Mon, Feb 8, 201620 mins

Bright lights...big cities. We're going cross-country to discover America the beautiful, and some of its coolest cities. From sea to shining sea, we're celebrating what makes these big cities uniquely American...and cool.

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Episode 14

The Great Outdoors

Sat, Feb 15, 2014

We're camping out, diving in, and falling over. It's all about the great outdoors. From the coolest places to camp, to the awe and mystery under the sea; we're taking you into the heart of the great outdoors.

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Episode 15

Coolest Places to Hike, Stargaze, and See Natural Landmarks

Sat, Feb 22, 2014

Strap your boots and grab your pack because we're hiking some of the best and longest trails in the world. We're taking you to the icy tundra of Norwayl in search of the perfect place to gaze at the wonders of the night sky.

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Episode 16

Northern Europe: From Iceland to Norway

Sat, Apr 12, 2014

We're heading to colder climes where we'll cross frosty fjords in Iceland, clash with mighty Vikings in Norway, and find out why there's nothing green in Greenland.

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Episode 17

The Magic of Eastern and Central Canada

Sat, Apr 19, 2014

Get ready to see The Great White North like you've never seen it before. We're hiking, skiing, and snowmobiling our way across Eastern and Central Canada, checking out the best of what these regions have to offer.

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Episode 18

The Wilds of Western Canada and the Territories

Sun, May 3, 2015

We check out the wonders and wilds of Western Canada and the Territories, from the man-made heights of Vancouver skyscrapers to the majestic peaks of Banff National Park.

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Episode 19

The Coolest Endurance Races

Sat, Apr 26, 2014

Grab your running shoes, pump up your tires, and get ready to face some of the most intense endurance races on the planet. Coolest Places travels across the globe to find out what makes these competitions so tough.

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Episode 20

Land of the Rising Sun

Sat, May 10, 2014

We travel across the globe to the capital of the Land of the Rising Sun - Tokyo, Japan. We'll dive into the city, check out the sights and figure out just what makes so many people want to live here.

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Episode 21

Aloha Hawaii

Sat, May 17, 2014

The surf's up and the sun's out as we head to the Aloha State - Hawaii. Get ready to see the best sights of Hawaii's four biggest islands, from the gnarly waves of the North Shore to the beautiful jungles of Kauai.

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Episode 22

Ten of the Coolest Places on Earth

Sat, May 24, 2014

Get ready to experience some of the most memorable travel destinations in the world. From the bottom of the Great Barrier Reef to the top of the Empire State building, we'll take a look at what makes Earth so cool.

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