Back in the day, I used to be obsessed with this programme - Chris Needham's video diary. Must have watched it 500 times. Still quote it all the time now. Thankfully, some helpful soul has posted the whole thing on YouTube in 7 parts (Christ, it's the gift that just keeps on giving!) - sit back, strap yourself in, enjoy...
Part One
Part Two
Part Three
Part Four
Part Five
Part Six
Part Seven