EPISODEHKHong Kong and Taiwan2003
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Hong Kong and Taiwan
From Globe Trekker
A 60-minute documentary episode from Globe Trekker, Season 2, Episode 27.
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Series Progress: Episode 19 of 4443% Completed
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Megan McCormick heads off to discover China's 'little dragons' Hong Kong and Taiwan. Mindful of her budget in one of the world's most expensive cities, she stays in the infamous Chungking Mansions, travels on the Star Ferry from Kowloon and takes the Peak Tram to Victoria Peak for a fantastic view of the city. In Taiwan's capital Taipei she stays at the Grand Hotel, visits the Martyr's Temple and see the mirrored 101 Tower before visiting the night market for snake remedies, and the stunning Taroko Gorge, Megan McCormick visits Hong Kong and Taiwan. In Hong Kong, she practices tai chi, visits a songbird market and meets a giant panda. In Taiwan, she tours Taipei and explores the island's temples and aboriginal villages.
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FAQ
How long is Hong Kong and Taiwan?
Hong Kong and Taiwan runs for 1h for this episode.
What language is it available in?
The primary language listed for this title is English.
What kind of episode is this?
It is tagged under documentary, travel.
How big is the series commitment?
This series currently shows 44 episodes across 10 seasons.
Series Binge Profile
Total Content Density: 42 hours 56 minutes (44 episodes)
Intensity Rating: Epic Binge A massive saga. Set aside dedicated weekends for this run.
Binge Milestones
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3 episodes/day: 15 days
5 episodes/day: 9 days
Episodes (44)
- - Central China
- - Art Trails of the Riviera
- - Sri Lanka & Maldives
- S01E01 - Tahiti and Samoa
- S01E11 - Vietnam
- S01E12 - La Ruta Maya: The Yucatan, Guatemala and Belize
- S01E15 - Chile and Easter Island
- S01E17 - Israel and the Sinai Desert
- S01E23 - Iceland and Greenland
- S01E31 - Corsica, Sardinia and Sicily
- S01E32 - Alaska
- S01E34 - East Africa: Tanzania and Zanzibar
- S01E36 - Jamaica
- S11E09 - Eastern Canada
- S12E11 - Globe Trekker Food Hour: Southern China
- S02E10 - Peru
- S02E18 - Philippines
- S02E21 - New York City Guide
- S02E27 - Hong Kong and Taiwan Viewing
- S02E28 - Tokyo City Guide
- S02E03 - South Africa and Lesotho
- S02E06 - Northern Spain
- S03E15 - Ultimate France
- S03E03 - Paris City Guide
- S03E05 - Norway
- S04E16 - Belgium and Luxembourg
- S04E19 - Malaysia and South Thailand
- S04E02 - Pacific Northwest
- S04E21 - Cameroon
- S04E22 - Ultimate China
- S04E05 - New Zealand
- S04E06 - Hawaii
- S04E07 - New Orleans City Guide
- S05E13 - Globe Trekker Special: Best Cycling Trips USA
- S05E02 - Ultimate Mexico
- S05E08 - New Zealand II
- S06E01 - Sweden & Denmark
- S06E14 - Ireland
- S06E15 - Southern Spain
- S06E17 - Eastern Caribbean
- S06E19 - Bolivia
- S06E05 - Cambodia
- S07E05 - El Salvador & Honduras
- S09E01 - Holy Lands: Jerusalem & The West Bank
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