Big Crazy Family Adventure

2015
Big Crazy Family Adventure

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EP1 Leg 1: Storms and Stuffies Jun 14, 2015

The Kirkby's first leg of a 13,000 mile journey from their home in British Columbia to India, involves canoes, a train, and taking a container ship to South Korea. Storms, life vests, and a run-in with Russians create challenges.

EP2 Leg 2: How to Get to Beijing Without a Plane Jun 14, 2015

The Kirkbys take their first-ever bullet train in South Korea, chow on butterfly larvae snacks and sail the Yellow Sea.

EP3 Leg 3: Trains, A Wild Wall and Yaks at Altitude Jun 14, 2015

The Kirkbys start off in Beijing, where they dine on Peking duck and walk the Great Wall. Later, Tibetan permits and Taj's health are up in the air.

EP4 Leg 4: Barley Beer, Everest and Expiring Visas Jun 14, 2015

The Kirkbys enter Tibet after a 27-hour railway ride; Bodi shows a curiosity in Buddhism; a breathtaking view is experienced at Mount Everest; and time is ticking as the family race to reach the Nepal border before their Tibetan visas expire.

EP5 Leg 5: Child Princess, Leaches and Chocolate Cake Jun 14, 2015

The Kirkbys meet a Hindu goddess in Nepal; Bodi exhibits excellent bargaining skills; and the family ride elephants in the jungle. Also: Bruce gets to photograph rhinos; and Christine celebrates her birthday on the trail of the elusive Bengal tiger.

EP6 Leg 6: Sailing the Ganges, Lassis and Burning Ghats Jun 14, 2015

The Kirkbys encounter scorching heat, spicy food, snake charmers and burning gnats while in India, where they take a private boat ride on the holy Ganges River. Other highlights include learning to make a lassi and racing to catch a train to the Taj Majal.

EP7 Leg 7: Swimming in Luxury, Beggars and Bollywood Jun 14, 2015

The kids learn about poverty and take a Bollywood dance class, while Christine cooks an authentic Indian dinner for her family. Other highlights include a trip to the Taj Mahal and an adventure park.

EP8 Episode 8 Jun 14, 2015

Bruce digs into his family history while in the town of Shimla, India. Also: The Kirkbys encounter monkeys at Jakhu Temple; and have to call a doctor when Taj develops a fever.

EP9 Episode 9 Jun 14, 2015

The family near their final stop, but must trek 100 miles of rugged terrain to get there. Along the way, they deliver school supplies to children in remote villages; and Bodi overcomes another fear when his rides a pony for the first time.
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Released: 14 June 2015 Canceled
Producted By: Dick Clark Productions
Country: United States of America
Budget: 0
Revenue: 0
Official Website: http://www.travelchannel.com/shows/big-crazy-family-adventure
Synopsis

Bruce Kirkby, Christine Pitkanen and their 2 young sons — Bodi and Taj — take the road less traveled. From container ship to tuk tuk, these explorers have tried it all. "Big Crazy Family Adventure", Travel Channel’s newest show, tracks the epic journey of the Kirkby family. Without taking a single airplane, they travel more than 13,000 miles, from Kimberley, British Columbia, to the Himalaya. Together, they discover untouched landscapes, unique cultures and life’s simple pleasures. Whether it’s encountering challenging climates or navigating obscure villages, this family manages to disconnect from the barrage of daily technology and information overload to enjoy quality time with one another.

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