Travel video, travel web sites

Japan's Tokyo DV provides a very interesting look at Japanese culture, arts and news. The site features a comprehensive selection of short video clips and articles, as well as news articles and columns about what is happening in Japan. This is not really a mainstream news pub and it is a bit twisted. It is in English. Check out this recent clip spotlighting a fashion show of robots

Wacky, weird and strange. These are not the terms one usually applies to Tokyo. However, if you have never experienced Rob Pongi's The Roppongi Video Happy Hour", you are in for a treat. Here are some highlight videos from various show episodes. Bizarre. This will definitely prepare you for your trip to Japan.

Here is a wonderful site for travelers - especially those who plan on visiting Japan in the near future. Actually, it is just as wonderful for those who have visited and want to relive the sites and sounds that they love about the country as well as those who are just curious. Check it out at Video Link Japan.

"Japanese Geisha Dance II" - shows a very rare and beautiful Japanese Geisha Dance as performed in Niigata, Japan by life-long, professional Japanese Geisha dancers and musicians. Such a performance like this is so rare that its hardly ever seen by anyone, even on Japanese TV.

Rob Pongi presents - A serene look at 'The Golden Pavilion "KINKAKUJI" in Kyoto, Japan. Filmed and edited by Rob Pongi. Audio byTing Ting Used by permission. Filmed in early March 2004.

Thinking of visiting Malaysia? Check out this colorful and informative half hour documentary Directed by Robert Pacelli and Produced by Peter Murphy. Hosted at muzility.com, this documentary was created in 2002. Malaysia - Truly Asia

Looking to travel to Japan and the Orient? Check out Rob Pongi.com, a site dedicated to the short videos and films produced by, and starring Rob Pongi of Tokyo DV. It is in English and most of the material is based on life in Japan, featuring Japanese culture, arts and music. However, Rob has an odd and strange outlook. However, for a true cultural experience, the numerous music and culture clips can't be beat. Rob's adventures include a Japanese cover bands, wild Tokyo discos, dance parties and raves, bubble baths and even a tour of Bangkoks red light district. This is one tour that has to experienced...

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If you are thinking of visiting the Dominican Republic, here's a great resource. In addition to providing cool clips of life and destinations in the Dominican Republic, DR-Tourist TV also provides links to hotels, resorts, tours and books.

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Thinking of visiting Hawaii? You ought to a walk with "Beach Walks with Rox". According to Roxanne Darling, "Our daily show is a little slice of daily life in Hawaii, with me and our adorable dog Lexi. It's free, and you are all invited to join us. We've done over 90 shows and covered all sorts of things like the dangers of sunscreen, Nata Village in Botswana fighting AIDS, "live dangerously – wear a bikini", Lei Day, and even had a guest director from "Lost" – the TV show that is filmed in Hawaii. In other words, sometimes serious, sometimes frivolous, always Aloha."

Want to visit Tahiti? Maybe you are an athlete and participate in Iron Man competitions? Check out this video documentary about the AitoMan Race - Tahiti triathlon race in Moorea, Tahiti. Produced by a talented amateur producer Bela Molnar, it was edited on his Mac and blends Tahiti local color and music with triathlon action and interviews. He also has a bunch of other great travel videos on his site as well.

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If you are planning to take a trip to Italy anytime soon, you first got to watch "Europe and Italy". Created by Bruno Bozzetto, it is a a hilarious flash animation ... and you don't need to understand or speak Italian to get the jokes. And when it is all over, there a couple of other flash movies to enjoy as well.

Thinking of visiting Amsterdam and looking for an interesting DVD video guide to watch before you go? Check out the "The Doper's Guide to Amsterdam". Yes, it covers the use of alternative substances, but after you get past that, it provides a very in depth look at what to do and how to do it the right way in Amsterdam.

The Internet and Internet video is not limited to just the US. You might want to check out the UkrainaTV web site. Partly in English and partly in Ukrainain, you will find it easy to navigate and discover destination videos and promo travel clips, as well as local and international commercials, sports, video shorts and even some very cool and impressive music videos.

Web62.com is a very interesting European Internet video web site with a intriguing collection of short films and videos. Among the 600 odd clips hosted on the site, you can find a good selection of travel, music video and sports videos, as well as features about European cheerleaders and fashion.

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Best Websites featuring Travel videos - streaming video that takes you places without leaving your desk... Whether you are visiting the beach, hitting the casinos at Las Vegas, going hiking, or taking the kids on an adventure, you can find a web site and video to help you on your way

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