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Season 8 – Curious Traveler

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Entertainment journalist Christine van Blokland takes viewers to some of the most intriguing European and North American cities in the world. At each location, viewers get a taste of the art, architecture, museums, monuments, houses of worship and city parks unique to each area. Van Blokland's list of "Curious Questions" sets the tone for each episode, and emphasizes the host's curiosity and quest for knowledge. From London to New York, the series explores the rich culture and mysteries of some of the world's most fascinating destinations.
Curious Traveler — Season 8

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Christine Van Blokland

Host

Christine Van Blokland

Screenwriter

Christine Van Blokland

Executive Producer

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Apr 11, 2026 Curious Antarctica Who owns Antarctica; penguin highway; where to find whales and Weddell seals; why penguins are black and white; how long seals can stay underwater. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 18, 2026 Curious Antarctica Who made it to the South Pole first; Ernest Shackleton's expedition; where whales migrate to; why penguins spread their wings. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 25, 2026 Curious Alhambra & Malaga, Spain Who built the UNESCO-status Alhambra and why; what is underneath the Picasso Museum; where to find 5,000 tiny arches; why Malaga residents call themselves "anchovies." Details Episode 4 Aired May 6, 2026 Curious Marrakech, Morocco Why Marrakech is called "the red city"; the history, heritage and artisans of the labyrinth of souks; Islamic, Moorish, Berber architecture in historic places; Koutoubia Mosque. Details Episode 5 Aired May 7, 2026 Curious Mont Saint-Michel & Rennes, France The UNESCO site of Mont Saint-Michel; exploring the half-timbered houses of Rennes, the capital of Brittany; the history of the French Carousel. Details Episode 6 Aired May 8, 2026 Curious Nantes, France Who united the Duchy of Brittany with the Kingdom of France; connection between Jules Verne and a giant steampunk elephant; where to bounce on the moon; why 10-foot tall boots overlook the Loire River. Details Episode 7 Aired May 11, 2026 Curious Polish Palaces & Castles Exploring Poland's rich history through three different castles -- Lancut Castle, Malbork Castle and Ksiaz Castle. Details Episode 8 Aired May 12, 2026 Curious Polish Christmas The Christmas Market and historic Cathedral Island in Kraków, Poland; the Christmas Market in Gdańsk; making a traditional Polish dinner; a model railroad made almost entirely of gingerbread. Details
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Curious Traveler — Season 8

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Christine Van Blokland
Screenwriter
Christine Van Blokland
Network
PBS
Rating
TV-G
Genre
Travel
Original Language
English
Release Date
Apr 11, 2026