Travel With Kids is broadcast in 15 countries worldwide
LENGTH: 40 x 30 Minutes
FORMAT: Series
M&E TRACK: Yes
TEXTLESS: Yes
CLOSED CAPTIONS: Not at this time - can be if requested
ASPECT RATIO: 16:9 and 4 x 3
PRODUCTION YEAR: 2007-2010
RELEASE YEAR: 2008-2010
SUPPLIER: Equator Creative Media
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: USA
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Season II & III Available in HD
Season IV in Production featuring San Deigo, Arizona, Peru, Alaska & more destinations to be announced.
Episdode Rundown:
SEASON I
#101 Puerto Rico
Explore the rich history and culture in the colonial ports of Ponce and Old San Juan where host-kids Nathan and Seamus find adventure playing pirates in the old colonial fort of El Morro. Then it’s off to find frogs in El Yunque, the Caribbean National Forest and explore the underground caves of Rio Camuy. Finally, The Roberts family finds time to relax on the beaches of Vieques Island, a small enclave that exudes the ambiance of a by-gone era in the Caribbean.
#102 Hawaii: Oahu
There are two very different sides to the island of Oahu – the fast-paced, activity packed Waikiki and the laid-back North Shore and the Roberts family are determined to discover both. The confluence of cultures in Hawaii is apparent at the International Marketplace where the host family tries different cuisines ranging from Japanese noodles to Hawaiian traditional dishes. To learn more about the history and culture of Hawaii, the Roberts head over to the Polynesian Cultural Center, where they taste coconut bread and learn to throw a spear. For a more recent view of history, it’s on to Pearl Harbor and the USS Arizona Memorial. With all this land activity, it’s easy to forget that Hawaii is known for its undersea life. But our hosts have you covered with excursions below the waves at SeaLife Park where they come face to face with dolphins and stingrays.
#103 Mexico: Cancun and the Caribbean Coast
Packed with family-friendly attractions and plenty of sunshine, Cancun is a perfect family destination, but is there more to this rugged coast than just fun in the sun? The Roberts find out as they explore the city of Cancun with aquariums, pyramids and late-night turtle encounters and venture across the ocean to Isla Mujeres. After heading south to the Mayan pyramid complexes of Tulum and Coba, it’s obvious this history-laden coast has a much deeper side. But fun in the sun prevails as the host family enjoys an eco-waterpark, snorkels through underwater caves, boards a submarine for a tour of the undersea life and enjoys the powder white beaches of the Caribbean.
#104 Hawaii: Big Island
The Big Island of Hawaii is big and the Roberts family is determined to see every part of it. As the newest island in Hawaiian island chain, the Big Island is still growing with lava constantly steaming into the Pacific Ocean to form land. The host family gets face-to-face with the world’s most active volcano, Kilauea, at Volcanoes National Park where they hike through lava tubes, feel heat oozing through hardened lava fields, and learn about Pele, goddess of fire. To find out more about ancient Hawaii, the Roberts head to the City of Refuge where they’re greeted by tiki heads and play lava rock checkers. After scouring through the fresh fruits at Hilo’s farmer’s market, the Roberts find the perfect food, the malasada. To finish their feast, the Roberts head to a sunset luau.
#105 Mexico: The Yucatan
Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula is the site of major clashes between the indigenous Mayan people and the Spanish colonialists and the attractions here reflect it. The Roberts learn the Mayan history at the huge pyramid complex of Chichen-Itza where they research the acoustics on a Mayan ball court, climb the pyramids and study a colony of leaf-cutter ants. Then it’s on to soak in the culture at Spanish enclaves like Izamal, Valladolid and Merida where Mayan traditional dances take place in old colonial squares.
#106 Hawaii: Maui
On Maui, the progression of Hawaii’s economy becomes apparent as our host family discovers Lahaina’s whaling history before boarding the sugar cane train. Then it’s on to explore the island’s amazing natural beauty by land on Ka’anapali Beach and on the winding Road to Hana where the Roberts picnic by waterfall and discover secluded black sand beaches and by sea at the Maui Ocean Center and on a snorkel cruise to Lanai where spinner dolphins leap from the water in a graceful dance. A sunset luau where cliff divers plummet from Black Rock to the ocean below and fire dancers strut their stuff provides the perfect ending to their Maui adventure.
#107 U.S. Virgin Islands
The U.S. Virgin Islands are composed of three very different islands, St. Thomas, St. Croix and St. John, and in this episode the Roberts family are hunting down the very best that each has to offer. On St. Thomas, the host family discovers a pirate-y past at Blackbeard’s Castle before diving below the waves on a real submarine. On St. Croix, sugar cane reigns supreme as the Roberts take a tour of an old plantation and a rum factory. On St. John, green is keen as the family hunkers down in tents at an eco-camp and explores the Virgin Islands National Park.
#108 Hawaii: Kauai
Hawaii’s island of Kauai is known for its dramatic natural surrounds and the Roberts family heads out to see it all. Board a boat up the Wailua River to the fabulous Fern Grotto where water drips from upside down plants at one of the wettest places on earth. Check out the salt beds and cross a swinging bridge in the Grand Canyon of the Pacific, Waimea Canyon. Head off-the-beaten-path over the bridges of Kauai’s north shore past Hanalei and end up at the base of the Na Pali Coast where Ke’e beach offers the perfect spot to check out Kauai’s marine life including sea turtles.
#109 British Virgin Islands
The British Islands are known as the Caribbean Best Kept Secret and the Roberts family is going to find out why. Tortola’s sweeping green mountains provide a dramatic backdrop to hidden coves like Cane Garden Bay where the host-family finds the slow-pace a perfect base for a family vacation. Trips to West End to learn about Tortola’s pirating past and the south shore to come face-to-face with dolphins complete this island paradise. Next, it’s off to Virgin Gorda where giant boulders provide plenty of hidden pools and grottoes to explore at the Baths.
#110 Hawaii: Molokai
To experience the true Hawaii, our host-family is off the Molokai where it’s said time stands still. A trip to Halawa Valley and a tour of a macadamia farm provides the Roberts with a look at Hawaii’s agricultural side while views over the world’s highest sea-cliffs down to Kalaupapa Peninsula teaches the family about Molokai’s leprosy past and the great achievement of Father Damien. A stop at the post office to send a Coconut Postcard proves amusing and the host kids love flying a kite from a windy outpost on the island’s west side.
Season II (Filmed in HD)
#201 Paris
The Roberts family hits the road running in Paris in attempt to be the first to find the incredible Eiffel Tower while getting sidetracked by the City of Light’s artistic culture. Join the host family on a treasure hunt in the Louvre where they discover the gems of the art world. Hold your nose for the stinkiest tour in Paris in the Paris Sewers. Next, the Roberts head down the Seine River for a view of Paris how it was meant to be seen and end up at Notre Dame Cathedral. Finally, the Roberts family finds the Eiffel Tower and it’s time to climb, picnic, ride mules and go-karts and enjoy one of the greatest monuments in the world.
#202 New York City
New York City is the epitome of fast-paced and with so much to see and do, our host family has to plan their trip very carefully. Riding the subways proves an efficient method of transportation as the Roberts family visits the major attractions like the Empire State Building, Times Square and Rockefeller Center, but there’s much more to New York than attractions. A stroll through New York’s ethnic neighborhoods is the perfect follow-up to learning about immigration at the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. A visit to the United Nations teaches the family about diplomacy as they fight to get a cab during the theatre rush on Broadway. And, the city’s frenetic pace fades away as the host family gallops through Central Park in a horse carriage.
#203 London
London is world-renowned for its history rich attractions and fast-paced activity, but how will it do entertaining two young boys. The Roberts family finds out as they traverse the city by tube and double-decker bus learning all about its royal history at Buckingham Palace, its military past at the Cabinet War Rooms and its colonial ambitions at the British Museum. The host-family takes part in London tradition at a formal afternoon tea, a sun-soak in Hyde Park and hanging out with punks in Piccadilly Circus before heading to West End for a play. And they manage to see a few of London’s famous landmarks…Big Ben, London Eye, Trafalgar Square.
#204 Ireland: Dublin & Belfast
Ireland’s big cities, Dublin and Belfast are vibrant and have many stories to tell if you take the time to listen and that’s just what the Roberts family has in mind. In Dublin, discover the long and often turbulent history with the English at Dublin Castle and Kilmainham Jail, get a taste of hops history at the Guinness factory, and take a break for some kid’s activities at St. Stephen’s Green and Dublin Zoo. Belfast gives our host family even more experience with Ireland’s struggles as they tour the Catholic and Protestant neighborhoods with their evocative murals and the Wall.
#205 Scotland
Scotland has long been known for its deeply rooted heritage. In this episode, the Roberts family heads for the hills…the Scottish Highlands that is. Edinburgh is a majestic city filled with incredible architecture and anchored by the massive Edinburgh Castle. Based out of Melville Castle, our host family takes you though the sites, with a visit to the castle and some of the city’s exciting museums with subjects like the earth, insects and Scottish history. All Aboard! The Roberts head north by train through the craggily hills and open plateaus of the Scottish Highlands where they learn about bagpipes, feed reindeer and try to get a snapshot of the famous Loch Ness monster.
#206 The Bahamas
With all the fun and sun in the Bahamas, it would be hard not to have fun and the Roberts find out just how much there is to do. In Nassau, discover the island’s pirating past at Pirates of Nassau Museum and spend the day slipping and sliding on Atlantis’ adventure water park. Then it’s time to find out what’s under the water on a snorkeling trip where the host family gets up close and a little too personal with a group of sharks. To experience a gentler creature from the sea, the Roberts jump into the water with some friendly dolphins and frolic in the waves on Cable Beach. To explore a different side of the Bahamas, the Roberts hop a flight to Cat Island where daily activities include watching the plane take off. On Cat Island they glide up an estuary to find turtles, kayak to their own private island and enjoy a beach to themselves.
#207 Florida: Miami & The Everglades
With crazy art deco architecture painted in an array of colors, Miami is a fiesta all the time. The Roberts finds time to join the party cruising South Beach and people watching in outdoor cafes. Miami is surrounded by the ocean. Find out what’s best in the water on board an amphibious vehicle, playing in the waves, and checking out an aquarium with our host family. Next, they head inland to explore the Everglades where they come face-to-face with alligators on an exuberant airboat ride and a hike through the backcountry.
#208 Ireland: North West
In Ireland’s northwest counties, The Roberts family discovers their roots and hunts for the ancient castle of their ancestor, infamous Grace O’Malley, the Pirate Queen. After searching the wilds of the Connemara where they encounter ancient dolmens, our host family finds refuge at Dromoland Castle near Ennis. As they wind up the West Coast, they encounter all sorts of spectacular sites like the Cliffs of Moher and Croagh Patrick, until they stumble upon Westport and a ferry to Clare Island and the home of Grace O’Malley.
#209 Florida: Space Coast & Orlando
Launching into space or flying down the rails of some of the world’s most incredible roller coasters…the Space Coast and Orlando is built for traveling families. In this episode, the Roberts visit Kennedy Space Center and watch as astronauts hurl into space aboard the Space Shuttle. After that it’s time for some super thrills of their own with visits to Orlando’s big theme parks. To complete their time, the Roberts kayak downriver to spend some one-on-one time with a manatee family.
#210 England - Bath & Stonehenge
Beyond London, England has a much slower pace and a more natural surround. In Southern England, the Roberts discover area history in the Roman town of Bath and a tour of the world’s most magnificent pre-historic relics, Stonehenge.
#211 England - The Lake District
After hopping a train to the north, the Roberts find a world of literature awaiting in the English Lake District where they enter a story world at the Beatrix Potter House, bump through the countryside in an off-road adventure, steam down the lake and up the mountains and get to know some of the area’s woodland creatures.
#212 The Florida Keys
The Florida Keys has been the subject of mystery and intrigue for many decades. Closer to Cuba than to the other United States, Key West is known for its independent spirit. The Roberts check it out by train in a tour of the sites, by boat at sunset and by bike. Be entertained by the vaudeville atmosphere of the famous Key West Sunset Ceremony, walk the plank at the pirate museum, hop on a bike and pedal your way through the revelers on Duval Street. The exciting atmosphere of Key West is contrasted by the quiet beaches as they head north to Key Largo where they get a slimy kiss from a friendly sea lion.
#213 Ireland: Southwest
Located in Southwestern Ireland, Killarney is a land of many charms. Ask any native and they will tell you that the Kingdom of Killarney is a paradise in waiting. Using Killarney as a base, the Roberts hop a horse cart to Killarney National Park where they storm Ross Castle, drive the Dingle Peninsula where they learn about local marine life including Fungi the Dolphin and head to Blarney Castle where they, of course, kiss the stone and get the gift of gab.
Season III
#301 Cruising with Kids
One of the top family vacations in the United States is a cruise and when you think about the logistics, it’s easy to see why…see more than one place without having to unpack, no hidden expenses in food, transportation included. In this episode, the Roberts find out what there is to do on the modern-day cruise and explore the ports, hiking down Dunn’s River Falls in Jamaica, swimming with stingrays in Grand Cayman, and discovering life below the waves in Cozumel.
#302 Alaska
Explore the last frontier with the Roberts family as they seek out winter and summer fun in the 50th state. The adventure starts north in Fairbanks, gateway to the Arctic Circle exploring ice museums and the old gold rush days of this quirky town and trying to get a peek at the infamous Aurora Borealis. The adventure continues in the interior on a dog sled learning the ways of the musher with an Iditarod dogsled team. Next, the family heads out from Anchorage gliding past towering glaciers in Prince William Sound, kayaking the waterways around Homer and looking for whales, puffins and bears on the Kenai Peninsula.
#303 Jamaica
Head to the Caribbean island of Jamaica to feel I're in the sun. Check out family friendly resorts and off the beaten path places to stay on this fabled island of music, seven mile beaches and African roots. Join the Roberts family as they hike Dunn's River Falls and get a taste for Jamaica's laid back attitude on a bamboo raft ride down the Martha Brae river. Taste jerk chicken, walk in the shadows of Bob Marley and snorkel some of the Caribbean's best underwater scenery.
#304 Costa Rica – Volcanoes and Rainforest Adventure
The Roberts family heads to eco-friendly Costa Rica to get a close-up look at the area’s most active volcano, while staying at a hotel right at the base of the mountain. Then head up to the fabled cloud forests of Santa Elena and Monteverde to find all sorts of jungle creatures. Canopy tours, weird wildlife encounters and rumbling mountains are all part of this Costa Rican interior adventure.
#305 Peru – The Rainforest
Head up the Amazon river basin in Peru to an eco lodge set deep in the jungle. Explore the thick jungle rainforests looking for anacondas, birds, bugs and other jungle creatures. Meet a local farmer who explains the healing powers of local herbs. Check out the river and its animals by kayak and from a lookout high above the canopy. Help the Roberts kids find clues to solve riddles along The Children’s Rainforest Trail. Learn about the history, culture and nature of this fabled area, the Amazon Rainforest while coming face to face with monkeys, peccaries and river crocodiles.
#306 The Bahamas – Cat Island & Grand Bahama
To explore a different side of the Bahamas, the Roberts hop a flight to Cat Island where daily activities include watching the plane take off. On Cat Island they glide up an estuary to find turtles, kayak to their own private island and enjoy a beach to themselves. Then the Roberts head to Grand Bahama, the number two tourist destination in the Bahamas, to kayak through a mangrove forest, head out on a snorkel boat and show their younger cousins what Travel With Kids is all about.
#307 Alaska – Kenai Peninsula
Board an RV with the Roberts family as they head south through Alaska’s well-traveled, but still remote, Kenai Peninsula. In Homer, the Roberts spot eagles soaring above and otters playing around their kayaks as they paddle through Kachemak Bay. Then it’s back in the RV to Seward, where the Roberts kids dissect a squid and check out whales from a boat in the bay. In Whittier, the Roberts board a scientific research vessel that still measures the effects of the oil spill and gets up close to massive glaciers crashing into the waters of Prince William Sound. Track migrating pods of humpbacks and orcas, eat seaweed from a kayak while discovering ten-legged purple starfish, come face to face with wild moose and take a horseback ride along frozen lakes. The adventure continues on a dog sled learning the ways of the musher with an Iditarod dogsled team. Alaska is the place for wild adventures, and the Roberts family brings it all home to you.
#308 Jamaica – The Gold Coast of the North
Head to the north coast of Jamaica to the tourist meccas of Montego Bay and Ocho Rios. Stay at a family-focused resort that provides “Vacation Nannies” for each family. Though the resort has much to offer, the Roberts manage to get off property to experience some of the thrills of the area hiking up Dunns River Falls, swimming with dolphins and sting rays, riding by horseback through the ocean and by sand buggy through the forest. The Roberts are really surprised to meet the Jamaican Dog Sled team…yes, that’s dog sled not bob sled…and the kids are thrilled to feel the speed of the dogs as they mush along the coast. A tour of the historical town of Falmouth, which got electricity before New York City, provides some insight into Jamaica’s history and culture.
#309 Peru – The Inca World – Machu Picchu & Cuzco
The city of Cuzco, the famous center of the Inca world, is full of colorful history, culture and adventure as the Roberts family explores the ancient Incan empire in South America. Experience the Incan empire in this city that looks today as it did centuries ago with massive stone walls and a Spanish colonial town square. Take the train from Cuzco into the mountains to discover the majestic Inca city of Machu Picchu where soaring stone structures have stood for centuries and are surrounded by ancient footpaths, trade trails, perfect for hiking including the famous Inca Trail.
#310 Costa Rica – The Pacific Coast
Visit the Monte Verde Cloud Forest with its wacky nature museums and explore the area by foot on an exciting night walk and by horseback. Next, join the Roberts family as they head by ferry from the mainland to kick back on the Peninsula Nicoya on the Pacific Coast. Kick back at the decades old backpackers village of Montezuma and experience the coastal magic of Costa Rica, one of the world’s most diverse eco-zones, with jungle and ocean encounters with all sorts of creatures.
#311 Ireland – Tracing Ancestry in the Northwest
In Ireland’s northwest region, The Roberts family discovers their roots and hunts for the ancient castle of their ancestor, infamous Grace O’Malley, the Pirate Queen. After searching the wilds of the Connemara where they encounter a true Irish traffic jam – sheep in the road – our host family finds refuge at a farmhouse Bed and Breakfast, ironically enough owned by the O’Malley family. In their ancestry search, the family discovers the true meaning of heritage as they learn about the potato famine, sit in on a traditional music session and finally reach Clare Island and the home of Grace O’Malley.
#312 Scotland – The City of Edinburgh
Edinburgh is a majestic city filled with incredible architecture and anchored by the massive Edinburgh Castle. Based out of Melville Castle, our host family takes you though the sites along the Royal Mile. Get crowned in Edinburgh Castle and visit some of the city’s exciting museums with subjects like the earth, toys and Scottish history. Plus, the Roberts kids learn to bagpipe and hold a tarantula.
#313 Northern Ireland – Belfast
The turbulent history of Belfast is evident when the Roberts family takes a taxi ride through the Orange and the Green learning about The Wall, reading the city’s famous murals while witnessing a historic day at Stormont when the peace process is put in motion. After visiting the famous Harland & Wolff Shipyards where the Titanic was built, the Roberts family heads to Belfast’s Museum of Transportation to find out more about the Unsinkable Ship.
Reviews
The couple is likable and friendly, their kids are precocious, and the sites are breathtaking. Anyone looking for a video guide to traveling the streets of Paris with their young ones in tow can’t do better than this. – Zach Freeman, Blogger News Network
Travel With Kids Paris is packed with good ideas geared toward helping families prepare for a group vacation, but also useful for young travelers doing it alone. Novice travelers looking for ideas for a manageable and safe itinerary through Paris will do well to brush up with the experience of the Roberts family as a starting point. – DVD Verdict Review
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