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Exploring the Alaska Railroad    

 From the Gold Rush to the Tourist Train, the Alaskan Railway has shaped the Last Frontier.  Learn how War, Gold Fever and Oil Exploration were all impacted by the railroad.

Chichen Itza    

  Part 1 of our educational video lesson on the history of the Maya Civilization and 3 major structures at the Chichen Itza site - They Pyramid, The Temple of the Warriors and the Ball Court

Chichen Itza Part 2

How is it we know anything at all about the Ancient Maya?  Find out how archeologists & adventurers changed the world.  Features an exclusive interview with Dr. Gabrielle Vail.

Egyptian Obelisks

We look at the history and travels of these incredible monuments and how they came to stand watch over Rome.  

Features an exclusive interview with Dr. Bob Brier

Venice A Brief History

From a Global Trading Empire to a Tourist Mecca, we look at the history of Venice and the part it played in world history. Features an exclusive interview with Matteo Gabbrielli 

Part 1 of our Educational Video Series

Venice - Tourism

Learn how Venice became a flashpoint in the debate over Mass Tourism and the impact, both positive and negative, it has on the local population.  Features and exclusive interview with Matteo Gabbrielli

COMING SOON

Trading Routes - The Silk Road

Global trade is more important than ever - take a step back in time as we look at the original trading superhighway - the Silk Road

COMING SOON

History of the Nile River

The Nile is one of the greatest rivers on earth.  Come along as we look at how this river shaped world history and how it continues to play a critical role in our world today

Part 1 - Lighter Than Air

Come fly with us as we look at the History and Science behind Hot Air Balloons.  Features an exclusive interview with Glen and Truman Word 

A 4 Part Educational Video Series

 Part 2 - Powered Flight

Come along as we look at how the Internal Combustion Engine started us on a journey that ultimately led to space!  From the Wright Brothers to the Right Stuff, learn about the evolution of Powered Flight

Part 3 - Rotary Flight

We'll Spin You Right 'Round Baby

Right 'Round! 

 Learn how helicopters fly and why they're such a big part of aviation history

Part 4 - Space Flight

COMING SOON!

 Our final segment looks at the science and history that took the human race to outer space!

History Comes Alive!!!

 Come along as we look at the impact women have had on aviation.  Since the first flight in history, women have been breaking records, winning races and pushing aviation forward.   

The Future of Women in Aviation!!!

The Beat Goes On - in Part 2 we look at women's role in commercial aviation, space and engineering.  We also look ahead and interview 3 amazing women who are on track to be the FUTURE of Women in Flight!!

 No script, no lesson, no learning of any kind  Travelparkourist takes the day off and goes flying - just for fun!!  Join us as skilled pilots take us up in the air.  TPK salutes the end of summer with  a music video montage of aerobatic fury.  

Mini Lesson #1 - Currency Exchange

From Dollars to Dong, Pesos to Pounds this Mini Lesson looks at how and where

to change money when you travel abroad

Mini Lesson #2 - Time Zones

From Trains to  Trolleys, Cuckoo Clocks to California Rolls  This Mini Lesson looks at the how and why behind Time Zones.  Know what time it is out there on the street!!!

Mini Lesson #3 - Electricity

From Asteroids to Zelda, Amperes to Watts this Mini Lesson looks at how and where we get our JUICE!!  

IT'S SHOCKING

Mini Lesson #4 - THE PARADOX

No words can describe it...

No mind can comprehend it...

This Mini Lesson looks at the insanity  of

THE PARADOX

CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW??   

  Breaking stuff is FUN... especially if it's the Sound Barrier.  Come along as we explore the Science behind Sound Waves & the Sound Barrier 

RADIO WAVES & RADIO TELESCOPES   

  Staring into Space is FUN. Come along as we learn about how radio waves and Radio Telescopes shape the universe around us.