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The singer returns to her roots, visiting several spectacular Christmas scenes.
On a sight-seeing safari tour on the Greek Island of Corfu, Jane enjoys a local liqueur at a kumquat distillery, before being whisked away on a speedboat tour of the western coast. Her first guest is TV presenter and former Strictly winner Ore Oduba, who indulges in a luxury three-day tour of the Lake District. Finally, former royal reporter Jennie Bond takes her best friend Sue on a fun trip to Portugal's vibrant capital, Lisbon.
The singer heads for a weekend break to the Romanian capital Bucharest, where she explores the old town on foot, takes a food and culture tour round the culinary hotspots and drives a mini racing car around the famous landmarks. Model and presenter Jodie Kidd takes her partner on a staycation weekend in north Wales. They take the 120-year-old steam train up Snowdon mountain, explore the magical village of Portmerion, and learn to surf in Wales' only artificial surfing lagoon. Plus, Coronation Street star Lucy Fallon (Bethany Platt) takes her mother on a relaxing weekend trip to Ibiza.
Jane heads to New York and stays in the heart of Manhattan - Times Square. She has a caricature done in Central Park, enjoys a personal shopping experience, and has a helicopter ride over the city. Joining her to explore is former Olympic athlete Greg Rutherford, along with his wife Susie and two children. They stay in a 5-Star hotel on the shores of Lake Annecy in the French Alps. Plus, Angellica Bell enjoys a staycation weekend in Devon, residing in a quirky beach hut in Babbacombe Bay.
Jane stays in the Spanish beach resort of Sitges and goes for a day trip to neighbouring city of Barcelona, while Lesley Joseph heads on a coach tour to the Highlands of Scotland, where she visits Inveraray, Fort William and Loch Lomond. Gaby Roslin samples a city break to Berlin, where she visits Checkpoint Charlie, Brandenburg Gate and the East Gallery, and takes a ride on a helium balloon to see the city.
The singer takes in Valletta, tiny capital of the Mediterranean island nation of Malta, by land and sea. Tommy Walsh enjoys an escorted tour of Spain, where he visits the Plaza de Espania in Seville and enjoys a horse and carriage ride round the centre. He also goes to Granada, where he visits the Alhambra and is treated to a flamenco show. Plus, Chris Bisson explores Northern Ireland's coastline, replete with waterfalls and kayaking opportunities. There's also time to absorb the centre of Belfast on a black cab tour of the city.
The singer visits York, where she gets to grips with the city's past with a history walk and a ghost tour. She also manages to cram in a flight on a 1940s tiger moth plane, a visit to the Viking museum and a trip to Bettys cafe. James and Ola Jordan head to an adults-only inclusive hotel on the island of Crete, just outside Rethymmon, where they indulge in some peace and quiet with walks around the town, lots of delicious food, a massage and a boat trip. Plus, Johnny Ball takes a solo trip to Pisa, exploring the city on bicycle before exploring heading onwards to Siena.
Jane starts out on the trip of a lifetime as she island-hops solo around the Caribbean. She begins in Barbados, where she goes snorkelling with two fellow Brits from Yorkshire, and hires private tour guide Dawn Lisa to point out the magical sights that leave Jane in awe of the flora, fauna and culture of the island.
On St Lucia, Jane travels to the heart of the rainforest to view the flora and fauna from above the canopy. She relaxes in a hot tub heated by a volcano and meets Pepsi of Pepsi and Shirlie fame who runs a sailboat charter business.
Jane hits the third island on her itinerary, the spice island of Grenada. This unspoilt hidden gem is home to spices galore and a girl's best friend, chocolate!
Jane drops anchor on the final island of her itinerary and a favourite spot for yachties and celebrities, Antigua. Jane visited Antigua during her cruise ship years.
The singer embarks on a road journey throughout the United States, beginning with a self-kayaking expedition at Rock Springs in Kelly Park after picking up her car in Orlando. She then visits Walt Disney World Resort with her old chum Sara-Lee and her companion Alice, before wrapping out her trip by swimming with manatees in Crystal River, Florida.
Jane’s road journey continues in Fort Lauderdale, where she moored several times while working on cruise ships. She begins her journey with a pit break at Cocoa Beach, where she strolls down the famed pier and tries local food before travelling to Cape Canaveral to see a Nasa rocket launch. Jane plans a vacation to Fort Lauderdale with an old friend, Amanda, who takes her out on her boat and shows her around the city
The singer will visit the Florida Keys, a group of tropical islands off the state’s southern edge known for fishing, boating, snorkelling, and scuba diving. Jane goes on a tiki boat trip with local guide Alejandro, who gives her helpful hints like how to beat the photo line at the US’s southernmost point, before watching the weekly Key West Sunset Celebration in Mallory Square
The singer wraps off her visit of the state in Miami, where she takes a walking tour of the city that includes stops at the Clevelander Hotel and Gianni Versace’s former home. Jane also takes a motorboat tour of the Venetian Islands before visiting Little Havana to learn about Miami’s Cuban heritage.
Using the famous Caesars Palace as her base, Jane shows viewers there is more to Las Vegas than the casinos. With new friends joining her for the adventures, she flies high above the famous Strip on a zip wire, tests her stamina at one of the city's 'all you can eat' buffets, plunges off the side of an 800-foot building and hits the high notes when she sings on stage with her teen idol, Donny Osmond.
The singer visits Puerto Vallarta on Mexico's Pacific west coast, famed for its golden beaches, dramatic jungles and vibrant culture. She explores the rain forest on a quad bike, rides the waves in a surfer's paradise, and takes to horseback for a polo lesson from a world champion.
The singer takes a trip to Cyprus, where she delves into the myths and legends that surround this sun-soaked Ionian region. Jane visits the birthplace of goddess Aphrodite before meeting with friends to set sail and snorkel in the crystal clear, fish-filled blue lagoon. Exploring secret areas off the beaten track, the presenter also ventures into the sleepy, traditional and hidden villages.
The singer discovers the majestic continent of Africa. Starting her trip in Kenya, Jane experiences the wonder of the wild on her first safari. From her tented camp in Laikipia, a remote location famed for its wildlife and conservation, she'll wake before dawn for sunrise game drives. She also spends a night sleeping under the stars.
The singer visits the beautiful beaches of Mahe, one of the Seychelles' most iconic islands. As she goes snorkelling with conservationists in the crystal-clear Indian ocean, Jane uncovers the beauty of the coral reefs teeming with life. A trip across the palm-fringed island sees her creating a silk sarong before a trip to the market in the capital, Victoria.
Jane visits the Cape Verde Islands, located about 350 miles off the coast of West Africa, and finds the pristine island of Sal.
The singer discovers the majestic continent of Africa, unearths the secrets hidden in the markets of Marrakech, and learns the art of haggling. Wanting to discover the outer reaches of the Red City, she takes a tour with a difference when she jumps in a sidecar and gets motorbiked to the city's historic mosque, before enjoying roast lamb in all its glory. Finally, showing there's more to this city than the souks, Jane takes a daring dune buggy drive to the desert before enjoying a Moorish Moroccan feast
Jane takes a cable car ride up Mount Teide before trying out some local dishes at a traditional Canarian restaurant. She also visits a banana plantation, where she samples banana wine and banana jam. Jane visits the beautiful old town of La Oratava then learns how to make baskets from palm leaves on the neighbouring island of La Gomera.
Jane travels 70 miles southeast of her starting point in Tenerife to check out the beaches, nightlife and picturesque towns of Gran Canaria.
The singer arrives at her hotel on the east coast of Fuerteventura, and then sets out on a boat trip to visit the small island of Lobos.
Jane visits the volcanic tunnels of the Jameos del Agua caves and Timanfaya National Park.
