In Kuala Lumpur, Michael tries the ancient art of pewter smithing and learns how the discovery of tin transformed a muddy estuary into Malaysia’s thriving capital. Show more
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Out on the rugged moor, Michael Portillo hears how the celebrated author Daphne du Maurier captivated readers between the wars with her tales of smuggling at the Jamaica Inn. Show more
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The Dartmouth Steam Railway takes Michael Portillo to the beautiful home of Agatha Christie, in the company of her great-grandson, James Prichard. Show more
Michael Portillo explores the West Country between the wars and discovers a Cornish fisherman, who, although he began painting only in his seventies, inspired established artists from the capital. Show more
In the countryside surrounding Truro, Michael finds the historic estate of Trewithen, whose gardens were stocked from China by professional plant hunters commissioned by its owner. Show more
Michael Portillo crosses the county line from Devon into Somerset. He sees first-hand how willow farmers sought to overcome the challenge from the production of synthetic plastics during the 1930s. Show more
Michael Portillo’s railway tour reaches its final stop - Singapore. Michael walks the streets of Chinatown with a local artist and uncovers the history of the Chinese community there. Show more
Michael Portillo’s rail tour of south east Asia reaches Malaysia, and on the island of Penang, Michael traces the origins of the former British colony in Georgetown. Show more
Michael Portillo’s journey resumes in Kuala Kangsar, where he taps into the source of the lucrative rubber industry that boomed at the time of his 1913 Bradshaw’s Guide. Show more
Michael Portillo discovers Kuala Lumpur’s 19th-century origins as a tin mine and tries his hand crafting jewellery at the Royal Selangor pewter factory. Show more
In Melaka, Malaysia, Michael Portillo tastes the spicy cuisine of the Kristang community, descendants of early 16th-century Portuguese settlers who mixed with local Malays. Show more
Michael Portillo discovers Singapore’s maritime origins and the vision of the 19th-century Englishman who put it on the map. At the iconic Raffles Hotel, Michael treats himself to a Singapore sling. Show more
In Tai Seng, Michael Portillo goes underground to marvel at the world’s largest subterranean rail depot, where self-driving MRT trains are maintained. Show more
Series in which families try out life overseas. Can Gavin persuade his wife to uproot their life for a second time and emigrate to the other side of the world? Show more
Struggling to make ends meet at home, Paula was considering taking her family to Australia. Did their week in Adelaide convince them to make the move? Show more
Series in which families try out life overseas. Rob dreams of a life in Australia. Can he persuade his wife to sacrifice her close family ties and move there? Show more
Series in which UK families contemplate living in Australia or New Zealand. Will a week in Adelaide help Richard convince his wife and daughter to move down under? Show more
UK families explore the possibility of moving to Australia or New Zealand. A couple with busy jobs spend a week in Adelaide to see if life there is any different. Show more
UK families explore the possibility of moving to Australia or New Zealand. Single mum Paula wants to begin afresh. She and her two kids spend a trial week in Adelaide. Show more
UK families explore the possibility of moving to Australia or New Zealand. Jessie is hoping her family can lead a more active lifestyle in Australia. Show more