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Joanna lumley in the kingdom of the thunder dragon.

Bhutan, the beautiful land-locked nation in the Eastern Himalayas, has always been steeped in mystery.

In this revealing BBC travel documentary, Absolutely Fabulous star Joanna Lumley retraces the steps her grandparents took in the country 60 years before. Through her eyes, a world that challenges accepted ideas of wealth and happiness is explored.

But what family secrets will Joanna uncover?

The Silk Road

Covering 5,000 miles, passing through 13 countries and crossing some of the most dramatic landscapes on the planet, this is the fascinating story of the lucrative trade route which changed the course of civilization forever.

In this extraordinary documentary series, Dr Sam Willis explores how the fortunes, ideas and history of the West were shaped and exchanged by travelers from the East.

Buckingham Palace with Alexander Armstrong

It’s one of the world’s most famous buildings. A British royal residence for over 250 years that is steeped in intrigue, love, tragedy, extravagance and madness. But few ever get to go behind the scenes. Actor and comedian Alexander Armstrong explores the history of the Royal Family and Buckingham Palace in this marvelous documentary, revealing joy and scandal that took place behind closed doors.

Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond the Lobby

Discover what it takes to make some of the most incredible hotels on the planet run and the hidden ‘everyday miracles’ that makes them a unique and memorable home for their demanding guests. In this luxurious travel documentary, Monica Galetti and Rob Rinder check-in and experience these opulent resorts as guests, before working alongside the dedicated staff at every level.

The Story of Egypt

Egypt is home to one of the world’s earliest civilizations. Its settlements date back to 17000 BC. It was a powerful and influential empire that grew from the Nile River Valley to the eastern Mediterranean. In this fascinating series, Professor of Egyptology Joann Fletcher examines Egypt’s extraordinary rise and fall, from the empire’s humble nomadic beginnings to its zenith as pyramid builders.

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I present the travel news on BBC 5 Live's Breakfast and Drive show alongside freelance presenting across the BBC, including Radio 2 and BBC Local Radio. Previously I presented the ARIA-nominated, number one commercial breakfast show in Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire on Viking FM. 

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Former BBC journalist David Capper dies aged 91

Former BBC Ireland Correspondent David Capper has died aged 91.

He was a familiar presence on TV and radio during some of the darkest days of the Troubles.

Reporting for BBC Northern Ireland's Scene Around Six and as the national radio correspondent he covered some of the worst atrocities including Bloody Sunday and Bloody Friday.

Born in Belfast, his journalistic career began at the Newtownards Chronicle.

It was with the Chronicle where he had his first encounter with a major news story, covering the sinking of the Princess Victoria in 1953.

He spent a few years working in Vancouver, returning to Northern Ireland to edit a local paper, then joining the reporting staff of the Belfast Telegraph and on to the BBC.

Mr Capper joined the BBC team in Buenos Aires during the Falklands War.

After 26 years, he left the BBC shortly after reporting on the Enniskillen bomb in 1984, but continued to work in media advising developing radio stations abroad.

His family said he eventually settled in Donaghadee where he had spent his childhood summers.

They said apart from travel, his passions included music and narrow gauge steam railways.

He had three children, Chris, Diarmit and Samantha, and nine grandchildren.

Adam Smyth, Director, BBC NI has paid tribute and described Mr Capper as a "journalistic icon".

"BBC Northern Ireland has lost a journalistic icon. David was the epitome of impartial and courageous reporting in the public interest. He was an eyewitness to some of the most harrowing events of The Troubles, including Bloody Sunday, and could be fully relied upon to provide a trusted account of what he saw," he said.

"Many senior figures in local journalism also have David to thank for passing on his considerable skillset to junior reporters starting out in the industry.

"Our deepest condolences go to David's family circle."