About Anne Martin
Since the mid 1970s, producer/host, Anne Martin, has been bringing stories to life through the medium of television. She thrives on tracking down the unusual and her work has encompassed history, geology, heritage and a positive outlook on the world around us. Read more about Anne Martin.
Author Archives: On Top Of The World
Boulogne, France: Ocean Ecology at Nausicaa
We visit the ancient town of Boulogne In the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region of France. It is the country’s largest fishing port with a rich maritime … Continue reading
Mexico: How to experience Chichen Itza
The Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza in Mexico may be a popular day trip from Cancun but they are also a two-hour journey with … Continue reading
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Tagged archaeology, Cancún, Chichén Itzá, Inca, Maya, Mexico, pyramids, rainforest
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Mexico: Taste of Travel
Enchilada, quesadilla, taco – there’s a wide variety of Mexican specialties owing to the country’s multicultural heritage. Before travelling to the country, chef, Miguel … Continue reading
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Tagged Acapulco, avocado, beer, cheese, corn, cuisine, enchilada, market, Mexico, Oaxaca, quesadilla, spices, taco, tamale, tortillas, vegetables
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Jamaica: All-inclusive Montego Bay
Along with side trips and insight to the Caribbean island of Jamaica, we highlight Montego Bay with questions you should ask yourself when choosing … Continue reading
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Tagged all-inclusive, beach, Bob Marley, Caribbean, colonial architecture, Dunn’s River Falls, food, honeymoon, island, Jamaica, Kingston, Montego Bay, Negril, Ocho Rios, plantation, reggae, river rafting, Rose Hall, Sam Sharpe Square, Sandals, scuba lessons, vacation, volley ball, water sports, water-skiing, wedding, windsurfing
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Grenada: The Caribbean Island of Spice
It is 20 years since I first filmed in Grenada and if you love the Island of Spice you might spot a few features … Continue reading
Greece: Mount Pelion – The Healing Mountain
At 2000 feet in Central Greece we visit the timeless village of Makrinitsa known locally as the ‘balcony of Mount Pelion’. Pelion is the … Continue reading
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Tagged Achilles, apples, basil, chestnut, Greece, Greek mythology, hemlock, herbs, Makrinitsa, Mount Pelion, olives, the healing mountain, Thessaly, walnut
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Greece – Taste of Travel
In Greece eating is a social occasion where philosophies on life are married with political discussions over glasses of wine and plates of mezzettas … Continue reading
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Tagged appetizers, cuisine, dolmades, feta, Greece, mezzettas, octopus, olives, wine
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Australia: Tasmania – The Taste of Travel
We discover the birthplace of the Granny Smith apple on the island of Tasmania off the south coast of Australia. Our tasting excursion includes … Continue reading
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Tagged agriculture, Australia, berries, blackberry, brewery, Cascade Brewery, cheese, colonial architecture, cuisine, cultures, Granny Smith, Himalayan wild berries, Hobart, lobster, macadamia nuts, Peter de Graves, Shiraz, strawberry, Striped Trumpeter, Tasmania, Tasmanian Tiger, wine, winery
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Taiwan: The Search for Tranquility
Amidst the hustle and bustle of Taiwan’s busy and frenetic pace, we search for the tranquil side of the country. Our search takes us … Continue reading
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Tagged Buddhist, Chinese, ecology, economy, environment, harmony, Lin Family Garden, marble, mountains, nature, river, Southern Fujian, Taipei, Taiwan, Taroko Gorge, temples, terraces, traditional, traffic
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Taiwan: Feeding Ghosts in the Temples of Old Taipei
We explore the heart of Old Taipei to learn about the many deities that are worshipped in Taiwan. Whether you practice Confucianism, folk, animist, … Continue reading
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Tagged animist, Buddhist, Confucianism, deities, ghosts, Gods, religion, seniors, Taipei, Taiwan, Taoist, temples
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