Series
The Island Diaries
Documentary
Join host Sophie Fouron as she travels the globe to discover the unique lifestyles being lived out on islands.
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Seasons & episodes
S1 · 13 epS2 · 13 epS3 · 11 epS4 · 8 ep
1Faroe Islands16 Sept 2016 · ★ 10.0The Faroe Islands are a cluster of islands with impressive cliffs towering over the sea. Patriotic, welcoming and patient, the Faroese lead peaceful lives, despite harsh weather conditions.
2Salt Spring Island23 Sept 2016 · ★ 10.0A stone's throw away from Vancouver Island, Salt Spring Island is known as British Columbia's go-to place for hippies. It's inhabitants enjoy the self-sufficiency and tranquility of their community.
3Big Island-Hawaii30 Sept 2016Known as the Island of Fire and Ice because of its snow-capped peaks and volcanoes, Hawaii Island, or the Big Island, is the largest of them all, yet it is the least visited by tourists.
4Reunion Island7 Oct 2016France's youngest region, Reunion Island, is also referred to as the "Intense Island" because of its splendid and sometimes harsh geography. However, life on this island is anything but intense.
5Cuba14 Oct 2016Cuba is loved by tourists despite the rationing system that still prevails. Creativity is deeply embedded in Cubans, who practice eco-agriculture and are developing a prosperous private sector.
6Okinawa21 Oct 2016Off the coast of Southern Japan, Okinawa is said to hold the secret to long life. With a laid-back atmosphere and very rich cultural history, it is adapting to changing times.
7Montserrat28 Oct 2016In 1996 the Soufriere Hills volcano erupted, burying two thirds of the island of Montserrat, known as the emerald isle of the Caribbean.
8Bali4 Nov 2016A small Hindu enclave at the heart of Indonesia, Bali's landscapes and people make for an enchanting experience.
9Channel Islands11 Nov 2016Discover the Channel Islands in all their abundant natural glory, each with its own personality and living conditions and each inspired one way or another by British history and French culture.
10Grande Comore18 Nov 2016 · ★ 10.0At the heart of the Indian Ocean, traditions are strong on the island of Grande Comore.
11Crete25 Nov 2016The cradle of Greek mythology, Crete is said to be the birthplace of Zeus. Today, hit by an economic slowdown, many Cretans strive for self-sufficiency by turning towards community initiatives.
12Newfoundland2 Dec 2016Located at the easternmost point of North America, Newfoundland looks like it's at the edge of the world.
13Cape Verde9 Dec 2016A Portuguese and African melting pot off the coast of Senegal, Cape Verde has a wealth of breathtaking sceneries. Despite its limited resources, locals are known for their kindness and music.
Details
- First aired
- 16 Sept 2016
- Last aired
- 1 Dec 2019
- Status
- Returning Series
- Language
- French
- Network
- TV5 Québec Canada
- Episodes
- 45
- Votes
- 1 on TMDB
Cast
Sophie FouronHerself - Host
