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0:00:10 > 0:00:17Coming up on this week's show... We dig in on a snow-covered mountain in
0:00:17 > 0:00:24Scotland.The camera is finally starting to completely freeze over
0:00:24 > 0:00:29and I'm obviously freezing.There are tips on the best placed a
0:00:29 > 0:00:36honeymoon. And I am enjoying my own company at the new Korean restaurant
0:00:36 > 0:00:42for solo diners here in Cellmark. That was really bad chopstick
0:00:42 > 0:00:43etiquette.
0:00:47 > 0:00:52-- here in Seoul.
0:01:10 > 0:01:13First up this week, we in the Cairngorms National Park in the
0:01:13 > 0:01:17heart of the Scottish Highlands. The frozen landscape is beautiful at
0:01:17 > 0:01:22this time of year but conditions can be brutal and recently, a number of
0:01:22 > 0:01:25hikers found themselves in trouble there after reaching higher the
0:01:25 > 0:01:31main. The advice is never to attempt this on your own in bad weather
0:01:31 > 0:01:35conditions without an experienced mountain in, so we sent Jo Whalley
0:01:35 > 0:01:40on an overnight tour with a guided group to learn some winter survival
0:01:40 > 0:01:47skills. This is the snow is place in the UK. Over 1700 square miles of
0:01:47 > 0:01:56listening icecaps picks. -- glistening. The snow makes it a
0:01:56 > 0:02:00popular spot for winter sports but at this time of year, the weather in
0:02:00 > 0:02:07the mountains can also be unpredictable and extreme. If you
0:02:07 > 0:02:11find yourself lost in a blizzard like this, one of the best survival
0:02:11 > 0:02:15techniques is to dig a hole to shelter from the elements. I have
0:02:15 > 0:02:24scaled Mount Cairngorms with a tour group led by an expert guide. He is
0:02:24 > 0:02:28going to teachers how to safely construct a snow hole. One of the
0:02:28 > 0:02:36best places to dig is this small valley, 1200 metres up the mountain.
0:02:36 > 0:02:44-- he's going to teach us. I am so cold, it is so snowy. I can't
0:02:44 > 0:02:49actually imagine how we're going to stay the night.Well, the big killer
0:02:49 > 0:02:55in terms of your own temperature is the wins. If we build a snow hole,
0:02:55 > 0:03:00we are totally out of the wind.What is the temperature right now?We are
0:03:00 > 0:03:06in quite a sheltered area right now, so it is probably ten to 12 miles an
0:03:06 > 0:03:10hour, something like that. When we came over the top, it was
0:03:10 > 0:03:15considerably more than that but once we get the snow hole dug... We are
0:03:15 > 0:03:22going to get you warmed up, so there is your shovel.While we have been
0:03:22 > 0:03:25preparing the equipment, three of the team have made a start on the
0:03:25 > 0:03:29whole by digging tunnels into the snowdrift. When they are deep
0:03:29 > 0:03:35enough, we will connect them to form a and.We are just tunnelled into
0:03:35 > 0:03:41the snow at the moment. We have got to go a good metre from the top
0:03:41 > 0:03:46year, and you want to come in and have a dig?Yes.I am just chopping
0:03:46 > 0:03:53away at this pace is.And how long does it take to do this normally?It
0:03:53 > 0:03:56very much depends on the snow conditions. We have got relatively
0:03:56 > 0:04:02soft snow about slightly three hours plus, sometimes as much as five
0:04:02 > 0:04:15hours.Five hours. It is going to go dark...This is a snow saw, designed
0:04:15 > 0:04:20to be able to cut through ice and snow and by using this, we can often
0:04:20 > 0:04:28remove the snow far more efficiently inasmuch as we can cut blocks out,
0:04:28 > 0:04:34rather than chipping away.And are they going to collapse?Nour, the
0:04:34 > 0:04:39strength is in the thickness of the snow. This is quite narrow, so it is
0:04:39 > 0:04:43quite well supported but when we make a living space, we want to make
0:04:43 > 0:04:53sure that that is no as well so it is well supported. -- Nowra. Our man
0:04:53 > 0:04:55gets in there with a shovel.
0:04:55 > 0:04:58-- narrow.
0:04:59 > 0:05:04What is it about this that you enjoy?I suppose it very much
0:05:04 > 0:05:10engages the brain. You are concerned about keeping warm, surviving. It
0:05:10 > 0:05:15takes the mind very much back to survival, it is about survival, but
0:05:15 > 0:05:23survival style, we hope.So the camera is finally starting to
0:05:23 > 0:05:29completely freeze over and I am also freezing. So we are going to focus
0:05:29 > 0:05:34on digging, otherwise we might not have anywhere to stay the night. We
0:05:34 > 0:05:41chip and carve away at the ice until it eventually starts to take shape.
0:05:41 > 0:05:45We have finally reached one of the most satisfying parts of digging,
0:05:45 > 0:05:48when the tunnels start to connect, when we can reach through to each
0:05:48 > 0:05:54other. He has built over 50 snow holes with groups of tourists and
0:05:54 > 0:06:03shows us how to sculpt the roof with a saw to prevent a collapse in
0:06:03 > 0:06:14drips. He has never had one. It is hard work but it is finally starting
0:06:14 > 0:06:20to warm up in here, the average temperature of a snow hole hovers
0:06:20 > 0:06:29around 0 degrees, toasty compared to the freezing winds outside. We are
0:06:29 > 0:06:34making the hole big enough for six people and allow staff but in an
0:06:34 > 0:06:39emergency, even a small snow shelter can provide vital protection from
0:06:39 > 0:06:46hypothermia. We heed the biggest pieces of snow to the exit and use
0:06:46 > 0:06:49them to block up two of the doors, filling in the gaps to stop grass
0:06:49 > 0:07:03getting through.There we go.Thank you so much. That is amazing. So, we
0:07:03 > 0:07:09made it. This is our beautiful snow hole, with a nice vaulted ceiling up
0:07:09 > 0:07:17there. And in is very kindly cooking up a round of tea for everyone. -- N
0:07:17 > 0:07:23T. Cheers, everyone.
0:07:23 > 0:07:26-- and he is.
0:07:26 > 0:07:31After a hot meal from the stove, we all try to settle down for the
0:07:31 > 0:07:36night. Even with layers of clothing and a specialist sleeping bag, it
0:07:36 > 0:07:39does feel pretty chilly but it is completely silent, wishing away from
0:07:39 > 0:07:51the gales outside. -- we are hidden away. So I survived the night, he is
0:07:51 > 0:07:57outside chipping the ice away, all this snow has fallen in the night
0:07:57 > 0:08:06and has sort of locked us in, so he has just dug us out. It has been
0:08:06 > 0:08:15very, very cold. The thought of heading back outside is daunting,
0:08:15 > 0:08:20but he helped me to pack up and claimed the out of the hole into a
0:08:20 > 0:08:31blizzard of white. -- clamber. Getting back down the mountain is a
0:08:31 > 0:08:34mammoth effort because of the swelling snowstorm, but that feeling
0:08:34 > 0:08:40of knowing we survived the night is exhilarating.
0:08:44 > 0:08:53Still to come on this week's travel show... Our global guru is here with
0:08:53 > 0:08:57advice on April honeymoon and the best ideas for a big family day in
0:08:57 > 0:09:03France. And I am keeping conversation to a minimum at a new
0:09:03 > 0:09:07restaurant for solo diners here in South Korea.
0:09:12 > 0:09:16Destination inspiration every week here on The Travel Show.
0:09:27 > 0:09:31Welcome to the slice of the show that tackles your questions about
0:09:31 > 0:09:35getting the best out of trouble. Coming up, a Singapore to Italy
0:09:35 > 0:09:41overland. And the best location for a family celebration in France.
0:09:41 > 0:09:54First though, welcome to the capital of Malta, and the only European
0:09:54 > 0:09:59capital of culture. It has a strong travel aspect, key themes include
0:09:59 > 0:10:04routes, cities and Islands. The latest when capital is the northern
0:10:04 > 0:10:10Dutch city, where the artistic highlight in September and October
0:10:10 > 0:10:14involves 100 Friesian horses performing in a drama about the
0:10:14 > 0:10:21perpetual struggle against the sea. Matt Taylor from Stafford in the
0:10:21 > 0:10:25English Midlands is getting married in April and he still has not
0:10:25 > 0:10:28decided on a honeymoon location.
0:10:36 > 0:10:41The Bahamas are expensive to reach end to stay in, and not renowned for
0:10:41 > 0:10:46their depth of culture or great sightseeing. There is more on offer
0:10:46 > 0:10:50in Dubai and the Maldive 's, but that involves a long and expensive
0:10:50 > 0:10:55flights, at a time of year when the southern Mediterranean is at its
0:10:55 > 0:11:00best. Whether you are on the island of Sicily, or here in mulcher, you
0:11:00 > 0:11:08can expect temptingly empty beaches, beautiful, clear skies, and feast on
0:11:08 > 0:11:13thousands of years of history, as well as her the magazine. Next, from
0:11:13 > 0:11:20Baroda in Italy, she is currently in Singapore, where she is recovering
0:11:20 > 0:11:25from a serious infection and she wants to get home.As I am not fit
0:11:25 > 0:11:29to fly, are there any other options for me to travel via sea or land?
0:11:29 > 0:11:36Turn your homeward journey into a two week overland adventure. You can
0:11:36 > 0:11:40get the trains in Singapore through Malaysia to the Thai capital,
0:11:40 > 0:11:43Bangkok. Take another overnight train and that will get you across
0:11:43 > 0:11:50the border into Laos. From the capital, take a sleeper bus into
0:11:50 > 0:11:56Vietnam's, to the capital, Hanoi. From there, it is tonight overland
0:11:56 > 0:12:01journey to the Chinese capital, Beijing. Then, for the next six
0:12:01 > 0:12:06nights, you can relax aboard the trans- Mongolian train all the way
0:12:06 > 0:12:10to Moscow. And would you believe, that there is a direct train from
0:12:10 > 0:12:19the Russian capital straight to Baroda, taking 40 hours. -- 14. And
0:12:19 > 0:12:20finally...
0:12:32 > 0:12:36Mont Pellier is my recommendation, with a colourful, compact town that
0:12:36 > 0:12:42reflects everything we find enticing about France. Cafe culture spilling
0:12:42 > 0:12:49out across beautiful squares, and chic restaurants, shops and hotels,
0:12:49 > 0:12:54there is a fine beach close by and plenty of opportunities for
0:12:54 > 0:12:59exploring inland, all along the coast, and all in less than two
0:12:59 > 0:13:03hours flying time from Gatwick. Whether you are heading for the deep
0:13:03 > 0:13:08South or the far north, The Travel Show is here to help, so just e-mail
0:13:08 > 0:13:20The Travel Show.
0:13:20 > 0:13:25From me here on Malta, goodbye for now and see you next time.
0:13:32 > 0:13:36Korean food is becoming famous the world over and it is here in Seoul
0:13:36 > 0:13:41that you will find the best. I have come to discover a unique way to
0:13:41 > 0:13:46enjoy it. First, I am off to a market to pick up their warm snack
0:13:46 > 0:13:50or two along the way. It is cold out here right now. Feels like it is
0:13:50 > 0:13:55well below zero. Look at this place! It is bustling. You would think
0:13:55 > 0:13:58people would be at home with their heating on full blast but now. You
0:13:58 > 0:14:04cannot keep people away from Korean street food. I like it. It is a good
0:14:04 > 0:14:14atmosphere. I don't know if you can see me through the steam but this
0:14:14 > 0:14:19looks interesting. I have never seen anything like this before. Egged on
0:14:19 > 0:14:23bread and if you look inside you can see at baking in the. Let's give it
0:14:23 > 0:14:33a try. Let's give it a go. That is quite good. It is egged with very
0:14:33 > 0:14:45sweet red. A nice combination all are many Koreans enjoy eating on the
0:14:45 > 0:14:50go, when it comes to a proper meal it is normally done with a large
0:14:50 > 0:14:55group of rents and family. Is so I am eating a group of local foodies
0:14:55 > 0:14:59and bloggers who will give me the lowdown on how to share a meal
0:14:59 > 0:15:09Korean style. Hi, guys. How are you doing. Sorry I'm late. I was
0:15:09 > 0:15:17laughing about the scissors. You know Western people find this
0:15:17 > 0:15:21concept strange. Why is it so important for Koreans to eat
0:15:21 > 0:15:27communally? Food is a social activity however in Korea it plays a
0:15:27 > 0:15:33role in terms of... For example, if I am with someone younger I feel the
0:15:33 > 0:15:37need to feed them.I will cut something up and put it on their
0:15:37 > 0:15:48plate. Tell them here, enjoy. Give me your plate.OK.For me this is
0:15:48 > 0:15:56very common.Really? What is the order to be served in? Age. You are
0:15:56 > 0:16:11the guest of honour so you get it first. Wow. Seniority. I heard in
0:16:11 > 0:16:15Korea that if you pour your own drink you will have an ugly spouse.
0:16:15 > 0:16:20Is that right?It is different. You can give the other person a bad
0:16:20 > 0:16:27spouse. So I have to pour for you. And then I should receive it with
0:16:27 > 0:16:36two hands.OK. I will pour red with two hands. What happens if you spill
0:16:36 > 0:16:45it? -- pour it.Because Korea went through such a long time of the TI
0:16:45 > 0:16:51think that food is so symbolic of we have now. Being able to watch
0:16:51 > 0:16:57someone eat or share food together is more important than just giving
0:16:57 > 0:17:03nutrition. I like to watch people eat.It is a Korean girl thing.
0:17:03 > 0:17:09Really? You watch them eat on social media?You can live stream people
0:17:09 > 0:17:18eating.It seems that all Koreans enjoy company whether they are
0:17:18 > 0:17:23eating together all online. But in a country where family ties and
0:17:23 > 0:17:28traditions are strong I have heard there is still something of a taboo
0:17:28 > 0:17:32about actually going out to enjoy Korean food on your own. Although
0:17:32 > 0:17:36life here in South Korea is changing and with more young people choosing
0:17:36 > 0:17:41to live alone, a couple of new restaurants have opened up for those
0:17:41 > 0:17:45who enjoy their own company and traditional food. I am off to check
0:17:45 > 0:17:50one hour. I am eagerly awaiting my meat and my barbecue for one to be
0:17:50 > 0:18:00delivered. It is very exciting. You see the event here? That will suck
0:18:00 > 0:18:05up the fumes so I don't smell like a barbecue when I walk out of here.
0:18:05 > 0:18:17There is a guy next door who does not seem to be keen to have a chat.
0:18:47 > 0:19:03Gosh. It is really quiet here. Do I get scissors? Wow. There is a lot of
0:19:03 > 0:19:09heat coming off this. It is such a strange concept. Normally when I
0:19:09 > 0:19:13come to a Korean barbecue I am with a huge group of people, friends,
0:19:13 > 0:19:19family even work colleagues. Usually other people do the grilling. I
0:19:19 > 0:19:23don't know if it is a good place to come. You are surrounded by single
0:19:23 > 0:19:26people that everyone is on their scientific there is a partition
0:19:26 > 0:19:33between the walls and no-one wants to talk to each other. Oops. I am
0:19:33 > 0:19:41burning this now. That was bad chopstick etiquette. You are not
0:19:41 > 0:19:45meant to go like that with your chopsticks. It shows that I am not
0:19:45 > 0:19:57very good. See, this is the thing where you miss having other people
0:19:57 > 0:20:03with you. I am not the best barbecue grill person so this is not the most
0:20:03 > 0:20:09relaxing. I feel like trying to multitask a lot of things at once. I
0:20:09 > 0:20:16could do with another set of hands, really. But it is nice to not feel
0:20:16 > 0:20:30pressured to talk to anybody. Delicious. Compliments to the chef.
0:20:30 > 0:20:35If you are thinking of heading to South Korea any time soon, here are
0:20:35 > 0:20:45some travel show tips on things you could see and do. Soloed 1717 is the
0:20:45 > 0:20:50capital 's version of the high line in New York. It is the biggest green
0:20:50 > 0:20:54space in the city with 24,000 trees and plants lining the route along
0:20:54 > 0:20:58with cafes and performance spaces. It is all part of efforts to make
0:20:58 > 0:21:03soul more pedestrian friendly. A three-hour train ride from Seoul is
0:21:03 > 0:21:07the second city of Korea and the cultural Village. This former
0:21:07 > 0:21:12rundown area overlooking the coast has been renovated and repainted and
0:21:12 > 0:21:15you will find minerals and sculptures created by the locals
0:21:15 > 0:21:19here as well, making it a big attraction for tourists. And if you
0:21:19 > 0:21:24did not manage to catch the Winter Olympics, do not despair. There are
0:21:24 > 0:21:27dozens of annual winter themed festivals here in South Korea. Want
0:21:27 > 0:21:31to look out for is the yearly ice fishing festival close to the
0:21:31 > 0:21:37Olympic site in Jung Chang where thousands of tourists and locals use
0:21:37 > 0:21:41their bare hands, traditional Robson lures to catch fish from the icy
0:21:41 > 0:21:51river. It runs every year throughout February so wrap up warm. But is it
0:21:51 > 0:21:56for this week that you can enjoy as next week on the travel show when...
0:21:56 > 0:22:00Christer is in Norway as she takes a journey along one of the world 's
0:22:00 > 0:22:03most spectacular rail lines in search of the route of Norwegian
0:22:03 > 0:22:16music.It is the kind of sound of nature.This is great. And don't
0:22:16 > 0:22:21forget, if you want to follow us on the road you can to our social media
0:22:21 > 0:22:25feed. Until next time, from me, Carmen Roberts and the rest of this
0:22:25 > 0:22:36travel show team here in Seoul, it is good by.