Curious Traveler.

Curious Traveler

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.

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UPCOMING EPISODES

Mon, 8/17 at 9:00 am America/Chicago on Austin PBS Create

Curious Yorkshire

Why country estates are named castles or abbeys; The Shambles; how the Quakers and chocolate shaped York's history; Herriot's country.

Mon, 8/17 at 4:00 pm America/Chicago on Austin PBS Create

Curious Yorkshire

Why country estates are named castles or abbeys; The Shambles; how the Quakers and chocolate shaped York's history; Herriot's country.

Sun, 8/23 at 12:00 pm America/Chicago on Austin PBS HDTV

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.

Mon, 8/24 at 9:00 am America/Chicago on Austin PBS Create

Curious Salzburg

The DomQuartier in Salzburg, Austria; the occupants of Mirabell Palace and Hellbrunn Palace; the importance of the shop signs in Getreidegasse.

Mon, 8/24 at 4:00 pm America/Chicago on Austin PBS Create

Curious Salzburg

The DomQuartier in Salzburg, Austria; the occupants of Mirabell Palace and Hellbrunn Palace; the importance of the shop signs in Getreidegasse.

Sun, 8/30 at 12:00 pm America/Chicago on Austin PBS HDTV

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.

Mon, 8/31 at 9:00 am America/Chicago on Austin PBS Create

Curious San Miguel de Allende

How San Miguel de Allende got its name; mansions in San Miguel de Allende; an art school in a former convent; why the city attracts retired American military members.

Mon, 8/31 at 4:00 pm America/Chicago on Austin PBS Create

Curious San Miguel de Allende

How San Miguel de Allende got its name; mansions in San Miguel de Allende; an art school in a former convent; why the city attracts retired American military members.