Alan Whicker's Journey of a Lifetime

Alan Whicker's Journey of a Lifetime

Alan Whicker travels the world on a journey reflecting his varied career. Celebrating a remarkable fifty years on our screens, broadcasting legend and undisputed travel king Alan Whicker dusts down his suitcase for a nostalgic journey around the globe. He revisits some of his most groundbreaking interviews, favourite destinations and reflects on his incredibly varied life and career. In this landmark series, Alan Whicker takes us on an autobiographical journey through the second half of the 20th century. Classic clips from Whicker's World are inter-cut with new material as the nation s best-known international reporter retraces his steps, catches up with past interviewees and reflects on how the world has changed for good and bad - over the last six decades.

Created By

Status

Ended

Original Name

Alan Whicker's Journey of a Lifetime

First Air Date

March 25, 2009

Last Air Date

April 15, 2009

Seasons

1

Episodes

4

Language

English

Production Companies

Networks

BBC Two

S01E04

Hong Kong and Beyond

The journalist returns to Hong Kong, scene of many of his Far Eastern adventures, and looks at how much the territory has changed in the five decades since his first visit. Plus, he travels to Bali to see if the island has been able to preserve its unique charms - especially after the bombings of 2002 and 2005. He also meets the Britons who emigrated there after its attractions were highlighted in one of his programmes. Last in the series

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