The Island Diaries
Sophie Fouron travels to islands around the globe, discovering their unique cultures and what it’s like to live on them. From the Lofoten Islands to Hawaii, from Taiwan to Cape Verde, she uncovers spectacular beauty and authentic stories about island life.
Sophie Fouron travels to islands around the globe, discovering their unique cultures and what it’s like to live on them. From the Lofoten Islands to Hawaii, from Taiwan to Cape Verde, she uncovers spectacular beauty and authentic stories about island life.
In this self-governing country within the Kingdom of Denmark, the patriotic and welcoming Faroese lead peaceful lives...
In the heart of the Indian Ocean, traditions are strong on the island of Grande Comore.
A stone's throw away from Vancouver Island, Salt Spring Island is known as British Columbia's go-to place for hippies...
Hawaii Island is the largest of them all, yet it is the least visited by tourists.
Each of the Channel Islands has its own personality and living conditions, and each has been inspired one way or another...
A Portuguese and African melting pot off the coast of Senegal, Cape Verde has a wealth of breathtaking scenery. Despite...
Off the coast of southern Japan, Okinawa is said to hold the secret to long life. With a laid-back atmosphere and very...
Creativity is deeply embedded in Cubans, who practice eco-agriculture and are developing an increasingly prosperous...
For centuries, the fierce ocean and a fragile economy have forced Newfoundlanders to count on their own resourcefulness...
Hit by an economic slowdown, many Cretans strive for self-sufficiency by turning towards the rural economy and community...
A small Hindu enclave at the heart of Indonesia, Bali's landscapes and people make for an enchanting experience.
In 1996 the Soufriere Hills volcano erupted, burying two-thirds of the island of Montserrat, known as the "Emerald Isle...
Reunion Island is also referred to as the "Intense Island" because of its splendid and sometimes harsh geography...
Less than 100 km from Auckland, Great Barrier Island offers a spectacular setting for a simple life.
A cluster of islands with white sandy beaches off the coast of Panama, Bocas del Toro is a haven of cultural diversity.
The largest island of the Lesser Antilles,Guadeloupe is home to a very diverse community. Despite the high cost of...
The Lofoten Islands' stunning mountains, breathtaking fjords and spectacular northern lights have created a thriving...
Nature is a great provider in Chile's remote archipelago of Chiloe. The traditional sharing lifestyle means its people...
Located over 1,500 km from Australia, the beautiful archipelago of New Caledonia has a rich multicultural history.
Located in the Brahmaputra River in the Indian state of Assam, the isolated island of Majuli is the setting for a...
Located some 500 km off the coast of Argentina, the Falkland Islands are a rugged archipelago where people enjoy a...
Located 1,500 km away from Portugal, the Azores are one of its hidden gems. Sculpted by lava flows and landslides, the...
An hour away from Seoul by air, Jeju is known as the island of wind, rocks and strong women.
Although part of the province of Quebec, people from the Magdalen Islands have a unique and strong cultural identity...
Sardinia delights the senses with its local products and its enchanting setting where traditional songs are still heard...
On Baranof Island, just off the coast of Alaska, nature is both nurturing and unforgivingly harsh.
Rich with history, the magnificent landscapes of the Outer Hebrides shelter an intensely welcoming people who live in...
Faithful to traditions that span 3,000 years, the Samoans live a lifestyle that is as authentic as ever.
A turquoise sea, white sandy beaches and natural spring waters define the islands of Fiji.
The San Andres Archipelago abounds with marvels, including one of the world's largest barrier reefs.
Traditions and modernity mix peacefully on this island paradise. Environmental awareness seems to be settling in to...
Efficiency is key on the ultra-developed island of Taiwan, but it is also a land of breathtaking natural scenery.
Hidden in the Canary Islands, La Gomera is spectacularly mountainous. In order to thrive in such rugged conditions...
Nicknamed the Islands of Peace, the Aland archipelago is an autonomous and prosperous land where public services abound...
A unique culture in a singular landscape, nature has provided Iceland with everything it needs despite its harsh climate...
In BC's Broughton Archipelago, some families still survive by hunting, fishing and harvesting.
The lush islands of the Puerto Rico archipelago exist in the shadow of the USA and are vulnerable to the devastation of...
Singapore is an impressive city-state with green skyscrapers, plenty of social housing and policies that promote family...
Located at the mouth of the Amazon, the Brazilian island of Marajo is as large as Switzerland. It is an often-flooded...
A little gem off the coast of Maine, the Fox Islands are a sparsely populated archipelago where seafood abounds and the...
Ibiza is a destination for hippies and revelers. The flood of travellers is both good and bad, but the local community...
An idyllic island in the Pacific, Palau looks like a paradise. A matrilineal society with roles well-defined by the rich...
Even though a territorial limit separates Cyprus' two peoples, they seem determined to build a peaceful and united...
A little piece of France off the coast of Newfoundland, the islands of Saint-Pierre and Miquelon are a fusion point of...
