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Episode 2 Preview | Europe in the Desert

Can six sand islands, poking out of the Persian Gulf near Dubai, be transformed into the most luxurious holiday destination on earth? One man believes they can and he’s risking tens of millions of dollars to prove it.

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Watch the nature-defying plan to turn a sub-tropical wasteland into a sub-zero ski resort.
Skinny Skyscraper
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Follow the construction of the skinniest skyscraper in the world.
The Floating House
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Follow the construction of a multi-million dollar home sitting above and below water.
Europe in the Desert
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Can six sand islands be transformed into the most luxurious holiday destination on earth?
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Follow the complex construction of a unique skyscraper with its skeleton on the outside.
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