Series 1

Jewels of the Med

Series 1

2025tvReturning Series1 Season · 9 Ep
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Network: 5

Season aired: 2025-01-02

Overview

Joanna Lumley narrates this exploration of the Mediterranean.

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Joanna Lumley narrates this exploration of Mediterranean islands, cuisine and culture.

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Episodes · 9

Crete
1

Crete

44m2025-01-02

Joanna Lumley narrates this exploration of the largest of the Greek Islands, taking in turtle nesting sites, the ancient Palace of Knossos, cuisine, culture, windmills and musical traditions, such as the Lyra.

Gibraltar
2

Gibraltar

43m2025-02-28

British territory Gibraltar welcomes five million tourists every year, including 3,500 wedding couples. It's also famous for its Barbary macaques, and a rich marine reserve.

Corfu
3

Corfu

43m2025-05-16
Cyprus
4

Cyprus

43m2025-05-23

We visit the stunning island of Cyprus. With 11 months of sunshine, beautiful beaches and crystal-clear waters, it's no wonder this former playground for Greek Gods attracts four million visitors a year.

5
5

Ibiza

43m2025-05-30

We head to the stunning 'white island' of Ibiza, delving beyond the world-class nightlife to explore the rich cultural history of one of the Mediterranean's most visited islands.

6
6

Sicily

43m2025-06-06

Cameras focus on the largest island in the Mediterranean, home to volcano Mount Etna and stunning coastlines. Steeped in history, as the cross-roads of the Med for millennia, Sicily's Roman, Greek and Arab influences can be felt all over the island to this day, through its art, architecture and food. Highlights include a look at an ambitious restoration project that has been going on for more than 30 years.

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7

Sardinia

43m2025-06-13

On the Italian island of Sardinia, which blends heritage, nature and longevity, we experience ancient sites, rare deer, and skilled artisans creating handmade pasta and handmade jewellery.

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8

Hvar

44m2026-02-06

Exploring the longest and sunniest island in Croatia, from secluded bays with beautiful beaches to glamorous hangouts. Plus, a look at how Hvar became the birthplace of organised tourism in Europe.

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9

Capri

43m2026-02-13

Exploring Capri, one of the Mediterranean's smallest inhabited islands - with an awe-inspiring landscape and turquoise waters, as well as a reputation for glamour.

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