Visions Europe Blu-Ray Box Set Review

All my life I have dreamed of traveling to Europe. I want to see all the sites. Stonehenge in England. Pompeii in Italy. The ancient ruins of Greece. But with four children, one of them a newborn, this is one dream that won't be coming true anytime soon. Luckily, I can see all the sights from the comfort of my living room couch thanks to the amazing documentary series Visions of Europe, which is now available on Blu-ray Disc. Here is a little more information about exactly what this box set offers.

Featuring twelve hit programs from the breathtaking aerial travel series, Visions of Europe arrives on Blu-ray from Acorn Media on September 20, 2011. The value-priced collection offers soaring views of the most spectacular sights in Europe, from sun-kissed Tuscany to the grand streets of Paris. Shot in high-definition from helicopter-mounted cameras, the programs include some of the most popular European Visions destinations including Italy, France, Greece, Germany and Austria, as well as Visions of the Great Cities of Europe. Offering the ultimate in armchair travel, the 6-Disc boxed set also includes more than three hours of bonus material not seen on public television, accompanied by informative narration and soundtracks of regional music (www.AcornOnline.com, $99.99).

From one of the most popular series on public television, these stunning productions provide a view of Europe’s most beautiful sites in stunning, high-definition clarity. Take an emotional visit to your family’s homeland, revisit favorite sites, or take the trip of a lifetime without leaving home—whatever your inspiration, you’ll never have a better view.

Discs 1 & 2: Visions of Italy

Visions of Italy: Northern Style

The Alps, Lake Como, Portofino, Pisa, Siena, Florence, Venice, and more

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Southern Style—Naples, Pompeii, Sorrento, the Amalfi Coast, Calabria, Rome, and more

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Sicily—Cefalú, Términi Imerese, Palermo, Marsala, Siracusa, Catania, and more

Visions of Italy

The Great Cities—Rome, Saint Peter’s Square, the Coliseum, Florence, Naples, Capri, and more

 

 

Disc 3: Visions of France

Visions of France: Provence

Travel from the mountains of Luberon to the Grand Canyon of Verdon—to Arles, Avignon, and Aix—to great Romanesque cities, hilltop towns, and bustling fishing ports. The distinctive palette that inspired Van Gogh, Cézanne, Saint-Exupéry, and countless others is on full display as you take flight over olive groves, lavender fields, vineyards, and winding rivers.

 

Visions of France: The Riviera

See the sun-splashed Côte d’Azur, playground of the rich and famous, from the sparkling cobalt waters of fashionable beach resorts to rugged Alpine retreats. Follow scenic roads that curve sharply along the coast for unparalleled views of Cannes, Nice, St. Tropez, Monaco, and more.

 

Disc 4: Visions of Greece

Visions of Greece

Travel from Corfu to Crete, Meteora to Mikonos, the Peloponnese, Rhodes, Santorini, Thessaloniki, and many other glorious destinations along the way.

 

Visions of Greece: Off the Beaten Path

Features the unusual, the unexpected, and the incomparable. See the smoldering crater of the Nissiros volcano, ancient marketplaces, hilltop towns, old fishing villages, and much more!

 

 

Disc 5: Visions of Austria & the Great Cities of Europe

Visions of Austria

Filmed in winter and early spring, this journey captures the breathtaking natural beauty of Austria’s snowcapped mountains and charming cities. Highlights include the scenic lakeside hamlet of Hallstatt and grand Vienna in all its glory. A soundtrack featuring Austrian native sons, including Mozart, Strauss, and Schubert, creates the perfect mood for your travels.

 

Visions of the Great Cities of Europe

Europe’s splendid cities are yours to explore in this enchanting aerial tour. Each metropolis is a unique feast for the eyes, from the neoclassical architecture of Budapest to Dublin’s Irish charm. Highlights include stops in carefree Amsterdam and Italy and a visit to Paris, where the view of Notre Dame would make even Victor Hugo jealous.

 

 

Disc 6: Visions of Germany

Visions of Germany: Bavaria

Take a journey filled with royal intrigue, Alpine majesty, and charming villages where the past merges with the present. See the Mediterranean flair of the Bodensee, the “German Riviera”; the old walled city of Rothenburg; King Ludwig’s fanciful castles; snow-covered mountain resort towns; and more.

 

Visions of Germany: Along the Rhine

One of the world’s great rivers, the Rhine provides the perfect route to explore southwestern Germany, from Lake Constance to Cologne, with side trips to the Black Forest of legend and lore, the rich wine region, historic Bonn, the romantic string of castles at Koblenz, Heidelberg, and more.

If you are interested in checking out Visions of Europe for yourself, it is available at Acorn Media starting on September 20th for the low price of $99.99. This box set if the perfect way to explore all the greatest wonders of Europe without every leaving your home.



***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. I did receive a sample of the product to try in order to write a fair and honest review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own and were not influenced in any way. ***