The Island Diaries
Join host Sophie Fouron (from Waterfront Cities of the World) as she travels the globe to discover the unique lifestyles being lived out on islands.
Join host Sophie Fouron (from Waterfront Cities of the World) as she travels the globe to discover the unique lifestyles being lived out on islands.
A self-governing country within the kingdom of Denmark, the Faroe Islands are a cluster of islands with impressive...
At 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...
Hawaii Island, or the Big Island, is the largest of them all, yet it is the least visited by tourists.
Discover the Channel Islands in all their abundant natural glory, each with its own personality and living...
A Portuguese and African melting pot off the coast of Senegal, Cape Verde has a wealth of breathtaking sceneries....
Off the coast of Southern Japan, Okinawa is said to hold the secret to long life. With a laid-back atmosphere and...
Creativity is deeply embedded in Cubans, who practice eco-agriculture and are developing an increasingly prosperous...
For centuries, fierce ocean and fragile economy have forced locals to count on their own resourcefulness and...
Hit by an economic slowdown, many Cretans strive for self-sufficiency by turning towards the rural economy and...
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...
France's youngest region, Reunion Island, is also referred to as the "Intense Island" because of its splendid and...
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...
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. Their traditional sharing lifestyle means its...
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 is 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,...
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...
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...
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, like one of the world's largest barrier reefs.
Traditions and modernity mix peacefully on this island paradise, and environmental awareness seems to be settling in...
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,...
Against a magical backdrop, the Aland archipelago is an autonomous and prosperous land, where public services abound...
A unique culture in a singular landscape, nature seems to have provided Iceland with everything it needs to thrive...
In the Broughton Archipelago, not far from Vancouver Island, some families still survive by hunting, fishing and...
The lush islands of the Puerto Rico archipelago exist in the shadow of the USA and are vulnerable to the devastation...
Singapore is an impressive city-state with green skyscrapers, plenty of social housing and policies that promote...
Located at the mouth of the Amazon, the Brazilian island of Marajo is as large as Switzerland. It is an often-...
A little gem off the coast of Maine, the Fox Islands are a sparsely populated archipelago where seafood abounds and...
Ibiza is a cult place for hippies and revelers. The flood of travellers is both good and bad, but the local...
An idyllic island in the Pacific, Palau looks like a paradise. A matrilineal society with roles well defined by the...
Even if 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-et-Miquelon are a fusion point...
After studying in the United States for many years, Si, a young chef from Phu Quoc, came back to the island to open...
For generations, professional weavers have been learning the trade through their family members.
Born in Madrid, this enthusiastic and passionate Spaniard has been working as a guide for over 20 years in the...
Dory, an energetic English teacher living in Taipei, gets out of the city at least 5 times a week to hike in the...
Prakash Chand created a plastic cistern some ten years ago to collect rainwater in remote villages.
A traditional art form that represents the spiritual and cultural heritage of Samoa is the Tatau, or tattoo.
Luz, a home-grown journalist and former host of Old Providence’s only locally produced radio news program.
Workshops to educate Samoans about the importance of eating well have been set up.
To cover greater distances, the most convenient means of transport is often the small sailboat.
