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Big Crazy Family Adventure

Big Crazy Family Adventure
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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.

StatusCanceled
LanguageEN
First Air DateJun 14, 2015

Episodes

Episode 1 - Leg 1: Storms and StuffiesE142m

Leg 1: Storms and Stuffies

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.

Jun 14, 2015

Episode 2 - Leg 2: How to Get to Beijing Without a PlaneE242m

Leg 2: How to Get to Beijing Without a Plane

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

Jun 14, 2015

Episode 3 - Leg 3: Trains, A Wild Wall and Yaks at AltitudeE341m

Leg 3: Trains, A Wild Wall and Yaks at Altitude

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.

Jun 14, 2015

Episode 4 - Leg 4: Barley Beer, Everest and Expiring VisasE442m

Leg 4: Barley Beer, Everest and Expiring Visas

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.

Jun 14, 2015

Episode 5 - Leg 5: Child Princess, Leaches and Chocolate CakeE539m

Leg 5: Child Princess, Leaches and Chocolate Cake

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.

Jun 14, 2015

Episode 6 - Leg 6: Sailing the Ganges, Lassis and Burning GhatsE642m

Leg 6: Sailing the Ganges, Lassis and Burning Ghats

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.

Jun 14, 2015

Episode 7 - Leg 7: Swimming in Luxury, Beggars and BollywoodE742m

Leg 7: Swimming in Luxury, Beggars and Bollywood

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.

Jun 14, 2015

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Episode 8

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.

Jun 14, 2015

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Episode 9

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.

Jun 14, 2015

Actors

Bruce Kirkby

Himself

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