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Great American Railroad Journeys

3 Series ∙ 21 Episodes ∙ Travel

Michael Portillo crosses the Atlantic to ride the railroads of America, armed with Appleton's General Guide to the United States, published in 1879.

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All episodes for series 1 of Great American Railroad Journeys

S1 E1 · Manhattan Island

Michael Portillo begins his American odyssey in New York City.

Man and Beast with Martin Clunes

Great Indian Railway Journeys

Our Guy In...

Great Continental Railway Journeys

Great British Railway Journeys

Extreme Fishing Challenge with Robson Green

Canal Boat Diaries

Extreme Fishing

DIY SOS: Children in Need Special 2013

Martin Clunes: Islands of Australia

Caribbean with Simon Reeve