tomroysettles New Europe (and Brazil) are Palin's worst travel documentaries by far. There is really no rhyme or reason for his travels thru each European country and instead of focusing on politics, tourist attractions and the economy, Palin instead visits restaurants, massage parlors or local yokels making alcoholic drinks. The only highlight is that Palin keeps company with attractive young ladies posing as guides in each city. Palin explains almost nothing of interest in each country. I was really shocked and disappointed after seeing Pole to Pole, Around the World in 80 Days, etc. Poland is the only country which gets any coherent coverage of things that matter.

nieltn Michael Palin's New Europe gives the viewer a glimpse of the new European countries, focusing mainly people who live there and what has changed in their lives after gaining independence. You get a slight overview of the main cities and also get to see some beautiful landscapes.At times, the episodes turn a bit too much around Palin and his fantastic health treatments, but generally it is a very interesting and quite funny journey with a different kind of reporter.Worth watching. 7/10.

mickybom An informative view on life in eastern Europe and the different cultures.I think that this series really shows the class and professionalism possessed by Palin. Given that he is a bit older than when he started back in the eighties, Palin still has his trademark wit and comic timing that have made him familiar to millions with his writing and Monty Phython.Although some communities he visits are perceived as 'a bit mad', this series does compare to 'Full Circle' although not as good, Palin is still brilliant and this shows why the BBC is held in such high regard across the globe when it comes to documentaries.Pure Quality.

iulyanah I have seen yet the first three episodes...which included my country, Romania.First impression was not so good, Michael Palin presented too much the country side in Romania and very little of big cities.But, finally, it is OK.(still i have mixed felling about hiding our treasures or present them to the world) To present so many countries of east Europe, with all their long and complicated history and strong traditions...it is really very difficult. This is only a start..."a push up" for any other TV producers to try and discover any of these countries mentioned...in as many details possible. I hope this 7 episodes will start the curiosity and taste for these places, this series is just a glimpse...frustrating little. I thank Michael Palin and his BBC team for this series, because their work was very difficult.