Episode list

Josh voyages north to Alaska and takes a train to the quaint Alaskan town of Talkeetna, in the shadow of Denali, the tallest peak in North America. Curious about Alaska's passion for sourdough, Josh visits a local bakery where he discovers why this celebrated bread is the toast of the town. He takes a flight-seeing tour of Denali and explores one of its magnificent glacial peaks. Then, a team of Iditarod sled dogs takes Josh for the ride of his life.

Josh kicks off his Alaskan adventure in this seaside destination by exploring the legendary Tongass National Forest. This timber-rich city is home to the world's largest collection of totem poles, and Josh seeks out a skilled master craftsman keeping this Native tradition alive. Later, Josh teams up with top-ranked timbersports athletes and tries his hand at a daring lumberjack competition.

Josh sails into Taiwan's stunning capital city and explores the rich multi-cultural traditions of Taipei. He visits a Taiwanese master skilled in the ancient art of glove puppetry. Venturing into its famous markets, Josh dares to try the city's signature aromatic dish, stinky tofu. Finally, he explores a majestic tea farm high above the city and learns how to make Taipei's celebrated elixir, Oriental Beauty.

Upon docking in Juneau, Josh visits a hatchery where he learns how the salmon population is sustained, then takes a deep dive into the exciting world of crab fishing. Josh's final excursion is truly magical when he kayaks to the great Mendenhall Glacier and ventures deep inside its majestic ice caves.

Josh is ashore in Ho Chi Mihn City where he explores the traditional culture still thriving in this fast paced, modern city. Josh visits a workshop where skilled artisans craft handmade pieces using the ancient technique of bronze casting. Then, he meets a chef who teaches him the art of making pho, Vietnam's wildly popular street food. Finally, Josh ventures into the area's lush rice fields where he learns to harvest rice by hand one grain at a time.

Josh sails into Alaska's biggest city and explores the wild side of Anchorage. At an animal sanctuary, Josh gets a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the American bald eagle up close and personal. He then heads to the countryside and comes face to face with the wild and woolly muskox - one of the world's oldest and rarest animals. Finally, Josh finds a different kind of treasure when he pans for gold.

Upon docking in Havana, Cuba, Josh takes a spin along the waterfront in a vintage American car and learns how these Motor City classics became synonymous with Cuban culture. Next, he visits a grand restaurant inside a private home and sinks his teeth into the country's national dish. Finally, Josh rubs elbows with Havana's movers and shakers, and gets a master class in a celebrated dance style.

After sailing to the storybook capital of Denmark, Josh visits a restaurant known for the country's national dish and learns to elevate the open face sandwich to a work of art. Then, he ventures out to sea and explores the massive wind turbines that help generate the city's power. For his final adventure, Josh travels back in time and helps to build a Viking ship, using the same materials as the historic Nordic warriors.

Josh learns the ancient martial art of tai chi from a Chinese master, discovers the secret to making Shanghai's signature specialty, soup dumplings, and takes a swing at a sport that's become a Chinese phenomenon - badminton. Josh will find that Shanghai masters a balance between local and international, Western and Chinese, modern and ancient.

Josh spends the day ashore in Amber Cove exploring the Dominican Republic's national treasures. After discovering the natural wonder of amber, an indigenous gem, Josh learns to make sancocho, the island's national dish, and visits a premier sports academy academy to train with its heavy hitters.

Josh rereads favorite journal entries from his voyages to Alaska; Josh kayaks to the Mendenhall Glacier, ventures inside its majestic ice caves, tries his hand at timbersports, tours the tallest mountain in North America, and explores glacial peaks.

Josh sails to Dubrovnik, Croatia, where he visits a silk museum, discovers a seafood delicacy unique to that part of the world, and explores the area's salt flats. This city has long been an influential Mediterranean power; Josh will learn about its seafaring past and present as a tourist's delight.

Josh sails into Tokyo and sets out to discover the sights, sounds, and flavors of the city. He learns the Japanese art of flower arrangement known as ikebana and enjoys authentic Tokyo-style sushi with a master class in creating this iconic dish. Later, Josh explores the ancient sounds of Japan by learning to play the powerful Taiko drums.

Josh arrives in Ocho Rios, Jamaica and enjoys and an adventurous rafting trip down the picturesque Martha Brae River. He next takes in some exotic jungle scenery, learns about Jamaica's high mountain coffee and visits a famous jerk chicken restaurant.

Josh explores Athens, Greece; how traditional prayer beads have been transformed into a popular part of Greek culture known as worry beads; a signature Greek dish; an Olympian teaches Josh how to throw a javelin.

Josh explores Belize. Here he meets a local chef teaches him how to make a traditional Belizean stew. Next, Josh ventures into the jungle and discovers Mayan ruins that date back more than 3,000 years. Josh also fits in swimming with sharks.

Josh rereads some of his favorite journal entries from his tour of Asia. He remembers learning about Vietnam's most important crop in Ho Chi Minh City; how to make delicious soup dumplings in Shanghai, China; and an unforgettable visit to a tea farm in Taipei, Taiwan.

Josh explores Mallorca, Spain by enjoying a scenic ride through the countryside on a one-of-a-kind wooden train built over a century ago. Josh next visits a gourmet sausage lab and tries his hand at creating an ensaimada, the island's most beloved pastry.

Josh explores the food, culture and music of Lisbon, Portugal, host to ancient treasures and modern sophistication. He learns the ancient art of Lisbon's handcrafted decorative tiles; how to make vegetable tempura; and is introduced to Fado music.

Josh explores the city of Kotor, Montenegro; a local chef shows the ancient method for preparing sac; Josh learns about the city's limestone landscape and Montenegro's national sport, water polo. Josh will marvel at the lush greenery, rugged mountain ranges, and the beauty of natural bay as he spends a day taking in as much of Kotor as he can.

Josh rereads journal entries from voyages through the Caribbean Sea. He remembers a dance style born in Havana, Cuba; swimming with sharks in one of the longest barrier reefs on Earth; and his amazing visit to a restaurant famous for its jerk chicken.

Josh cruises to the country of Panama, transiting through its famous and picturesque canal, touring the historic district, visiting the infamous Monkey Island, and meeting an indigenous tribe to learn about its traditional lifestyle in Panama's remote rainforest.

Josh visits an exotic fruit market, plays soccer, and goes hang gliding.

Josh explores the historic city of Buenos Aires, Argentina. There, Josh learns why empanadas come in different shapes and sizes, hops into the saddle to learn polo, and learns the classic tango dance. This is a South American adventure he will not soon forget.

Josh explores the electric city of Bangkok, Thailand. Josh visits a floating market with exotic produce, takes a cooking class at a renowned school, and visits an ancient village. Arguably the most popular city to visit in the world, Bangkok does not hold back.

Josh rereads some of his favorite journal entries from voyages in Europe. Josh takes a ride on a wooden train in Mallorca, Spain, teams up with a local chef to make Greek specialties in Athens, and visits a decorative tile factory in Lisbon, Portugal.