Samantha Brown's Places to Love

For more than 17 years, TV host Samantha Brown has been exploring all four corners of the world, visiting more than 260 cities in 62 countries, sharing her adventures and introducing new cultures to viewers. Now, the two-time Emmy Award-winner embarks on her next journey with her new travel series SAMANTHA BROWN'S PLACES TO LOVE. Unlike a traditional travelogue show with a formulaic itinerary, PLACES TO LOVE delivers decidedly refreshing and enriching travel experiences by taking viewers on a discovery of the emotional heart of travel and highlighting the people who are changing, challenging and strengthening a destination. From Brooklyn, New York and Monterey, California to Shanghai, China and Donegal in Ireland, Samantha seeks out the little-known spots and haunts where innovators and disrupters are creating a brand new travel experience. Whether it's through food and drink, art and design, culture or adventure, at the end of each episode, viewers will have a well-curated list of new experiences that focus on not just how to visit a destination, but how to fully immerse in it. The 13-part series encourages viewers to experience the passion of people and the soul of a place in a way that only traveling can do. Samantha's career as a television travel host happened by accident. A producer spotted her work in a commercial and recommended her to the Travel Channel in 1999 to audition for a new show called Great Vacation Homes. A decade of various series followed, including Great Hotels, Passport to Europe, Passport to Latin America, Samantha Brown's Asia, The Trip, 50/50, and many others. Samantha's fun-loving style has made her a beloved and engaging television personality whose approach is less expert and more a person you would want to travel with.

Wed, Oct 30 10:30 P.M. Brooklyn, New York     NH Explore (11.2)

What is the difference between a Brooklyn egg cream and a Manhattan egg cream? Samantha finds out when she visits Brooklyn and meets a "jerk" at a local soda fountain.

Thu, Oct 31 2:30 A.M. Orange County, California     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha travels to Orange County in Southern California and meets legendary surfer PT Townend, who discusses the origins of surfing.

Thu, Oct 31 8:00 A.M. Montreal, Canada     NH Explore (11.2)

From immersive to interactive, Montreal is a city that puts on a show of sheer artistry in practically everything that this city is involved with.

Thu, Oct 31 6:30 P.M. Oregon Rv Trip     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha ends this season with an all-American family RV road trip throughout the state of Oregon.

Fri, Nov 1 8:00 A.M. Oregon Rv Trip     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha ends this season with an all-American family RV road trip throughout the state of Oregon.

Fri, Nov 1 10:30 A.M. Melbourne, Australia     NH Create (11.4)

Samantha visits one of the world's "most livable cities" and finds out why Australians--and visitors from around the world--flock to Melbourne year after year.

Fri, Nov 1 5:30 P.M. Melbourne, Australia     NH Create (11.4)

Samantha visits one of the world's "most livable cities" and finds out why Australians--and visitors from around the world--flock to Melbourne year after year.

Fri, Nov 1 6:30 P.M. Hong Kong, China     NH Explore (11.2)

Traveling to a city with so much to see is often a challenge, but not for Samantha!

Sat, Nov 2 8:30 A.M. Portland, Oregon     NHPBS (11.1)

The City of Roses surrounds Samantha in beautiful blooms as she begins her tour of Portland's International Rose Test Garden and learns from Curator Rachel Burlington how the city earned its nickname.

Mon, Nov 4 8:00 A.M. Hong Kong, China     NH Explore (11.2)

Traveling to a city with so much to see is often a challenge, but not for Samantha!

Mon, Nov 4 6:30 P.M. Greater Palm Springs, Ca     NH Explore (11.2)

What Art Deco is to Miami is what Mid-Century Modern is to Palm Springs.

Tue, Nov 5 8:00 A.M. Greater Palm Springs, Ca     NH Explore (11.2)

What Art Deco is to Miami is what Mid-Century Modern is to Palm Springs.

Tue, Nov 5 6:30 P.M. Lake Geneva and the Valais, Switzerland     NH Explore (11.2)

Of all the magnificent regions in Switzerland, the Valais Region is home to Barryland, where Samantha visits this living museum that serves as a breeder for the famed St.

Wed, Nov 6 8:00 A.M. Lake Geneva and the Valais, Switzerland     NH Explore (11.2)

Of all the magnificent regions in Switzerland, the Valais Region is home to Barryland, where Samantha visits this living museum that serves as a breeder for the famed St.

Wed, Nov 6 6:30 P.M. Santa Fe, Nm     NH Explore (11.2)

When ordering a breakfast burrito in Santa Fe, you must specify red, green or Christmas, which is a combination of these two spicy chile pepper sauces.

Wed, Nov 6 10:30 P.M. Shanghai, China     NH Explore (11.2)

There is a certain mystique about the Far East, as Samantha soon discovers when she travels to Shanghai, China.

Thu, Nov 7 2:30 A.M. Montreal, Canada     NH Explore (11.2)

From immersive to interactive, Montreal is a city that puts on a show of sheer artistry in practically everything that this city is involved with.

Thu, Nov 7 8:00 A.M. Santa Fe, Nm     NH Explore (11.2)

When ordering a breakfast burrito in Santa Fe, you must specify red, green or Christmas, which is a combination of these two spicy chile pepper sauces.

Thu, Nov 7 6:30 P.M. Seoul, South Korea     NH Explore (11.2)

Seoul is a huge metropolis and the capital of South Korea, where high-tech and pop culture meet palaces and street markets.

Fri, Nov 8 8:00 A.M. Seoul, South Korea     NH Explore (11.2)

Seoul is a huge metropolis and the capital of South Korea, where high-tech and pop culture meet palaces and street markets.

Fri, Nov 8 10:30 A.M. Newport, Rhode Island     NH Create (11.4)

Samantha kicks off her visit at the beautiful Rose Island Lighthouse, just off the coast of Newport, and learns from preservationist Charlotte Johnson about how the island and its historic structures were saved, and are now available for overnight guests.

Fri, Nov 8 5:30 P.M. Newport, Rhode Island     NH Create (11.4)

Samantha kicks off her visit at the beautiful Rose Island Lighthouse, just off the coast of Newport, and learns from preservationist Charlotte Johnson about how the island and its historic structures were saved, and are now available for overnight guests.

Fri, Nov 8 6:30 P.M. Lafayette and Cajun Country, La     NH Explore (11.2)

Arriving at the Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival is certainly entertaining for Samantha, who is instantly engulfed in dance and music (Cajun and Zydeco), and gets to watch band favorites jam before packed crowds.

Sat, Nov 9 8:30 A.M. Melbourne, Australia     NHPBS (11.1)

Samantha visits one of the world's "most livable cities" and finds out why Australians--and visitors from around the world--flock to Melbourne year after year.

Mon, Nov 11 8:00 A.M. Lafayette and Cajun Country, La     NH Explore (11.2)

Arriving at the Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival is certainly entertaining for Samantha, who is instantly engulfed in dance and music (Cajun and Zydeco), and gets to watch band favorites jam before packed crowds.

Mon, Nov 11 6:30 P.M. Rhine River Cruise     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha takes an epic trip along the Rhine River, first stopping at Freiburg, Germany, where she learns about the unique bachle water system and how this city is the gateway to the Black Forest.

Tue, Nov 12 8:00 A.M. Rhine River Cruise     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha takes an epic trip along the Rhine River, first stopping at Freiburg, Germany, where she learns about the unique bachle water system and how this city is the gateway to the Black Forest.

Tue, Nov 12 6:30 P.M. Naples and Paradise Coast of Florida     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha starts her Paradise Coast adventure off with a kayak tour in the salt-waters of Everglades National Park, while learning about the local eco system and remote mangroves.

Tue, Nov 12 7:30 P.M. Christchurch, New Zealand     NHPBS (11.1)

Samantha experiences the revival of the once earthquake devastated city of Christchurch, New Zealand by starting her journey off at the Gap Filler initiatives.

Wed, Nov 13 8:00 A.M. Naples and Paradise Coast of Florida     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha starts her Paradise Coast adventure off with a kayak tour in the salt-waters of Everglades National Park, while learning about the local eco system and remote mangroves.

Wed, Nov 13 6:30 P.M. Christchurch, New Zealand     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha experiences the revival of the once earthquake devastated city of Christchurch, New Zealand by starting her journey off at the Gap Filler initiatives.

Wed, Nov 13 10:30 P.M. Huntsville, Alabama     NH Explore (11.2)

Welcome to Rocket City, home of Space Camp and the U.

Thu, Nov 14 2:30 A.M. Oregon Rv Trip     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha ends this season with an all-American family RV road trip throughout the state of Oregon.

Thu, Nov 14 8:00 A.M. Christchurch, New Zealand     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha experiences the revival of the once earthquake devastated city of Christchurch, New Zealand by starting her journey off at the Gap Filler initiatives.

Thu, Nov 14 6:30 P.M. Baltimore, Maryland     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha starts her visit in Charm City at the American Visionary Art Museum (AVAM) and meets its founder, who together tour this truly inspiring and original facility that is filled unique and visual works of art.

Fri, Nov 15 8:00 A.M. Baltimore, Maryland     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha starts her visit in Charm City at the American Visionary Art Museum (AVAM) and meets its founder, who together tour this truly inspiring and original facility that is filled unique and visual works of art.

Fri, Nov 15 10:30 A.M. Samantha Brown's Places to Love     NH Create (11.4)

Fri, Nov 15 5:30 P.M. Samantha Brown's Places to Love     NH Create (11.4)

Fri, Nov 15 6:30 P.M. Food Around The World     NH Explore (11.2)

While visiting the Swiss city of Interlaken, Samantha learns the art of chocolate making in a "funky" way.

Sat, Nov 16 8:30 A.M. Newport, Rhode Island     NHPBS (11.1)

Samantha kicks off her visit at the beautiful Rose Island Lighthouse, just off the coast of Newport, and learns from preservationist Charlotte Johnson about how the island and its historic structures were saved, and are now available for overnight guests.

Mon, Nov 18 8:00 A.M. Food Around The World     NH Explore (11.2)

While visiting the Swiss city of Interlaken, Samantha learns the art of chocolate making in a "funky" way.

Mon, Nov 18 6:30 P.M. Charleston, South Carolina     NH Explore (11.2)

The Holy City certainly has quite the history, as Samantha takes a walking tour through its hidden alleyways and the French Quarter.

Tue, Nov 19 8:00 A.M. Charleston, South Carolina     NH Explore (11.2)

The Holy City certainly has quite the history, as Samantha takes a walking tour through its hidden alleyways and the French Quarter.

Tue, Nov 19 6:30 P.M. Central North Island, New Zealand     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha explores the natural beauty of Lake Taupo by kayak and stops off for a soak in the hot springs before hiking upstream to the magnificent Huka Falls.

Tue, Nov 19 7:30 P.M. Baltimore, Maryland     NHPBS (11.1)

Samantha starts her visit in Charm City at the American Visionary Art Museum (AVAM) and meets its founder, who together tour this truly inspiring and original facility that is filled unique and visual works of art.

Wed, Nov 20 8:00 A.M. Central North Island, New Zealand     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha explores the natural beauty of Lake Taupo by kayak and stops off for a soak in the hot springs before hiking upstream to the magnificent Huka Falls.

Wed, Nov 20 6:30 P.M. Budapest, Hungary     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha takes in the stunning views overlooking the entire city atop Fisherman's Bastion on the Buda side of the Danube.

Wed, Nov 20 10:35 P.M. Hong Kong, China     NH Explore (11.2)

Traveling to a city with so much to see is often a challenge, but not for Samantha!

Thu, Nov 21 2:35 A.M. Hong Kong, China     NH Explore (11.2)

Traveling to a city with so much to see is often a challenge, but not for Samantha!

Thu, Nov 21 8:00 A.M. Budapest, Hungary     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha takes in the stunning views overlooking the entire city atop Fisherman's Bastion on the Buda side of the Danube.

Thu, Nov 21 6:30 P.M. The Florida Keys & Key West     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha takes a local food tour in Key West starting off with authentic Cuban food at El Siboney, then heads to the historic Speakeasy Inn & Rum Bar for a rum runner, the house specialty.

Fri, Nov 22 8:00 A.M. The Florida Keys & Key West     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha takes a local food tour in Key West starting off with authentic Cuban food at El Siboney, then heads to the historic Speakeasy Inn & Rum Bar for a rum runner, the house specialty.

Fri, Nov 22 10:30 A.M. Samantha Brown's Places to Love     NH Create (11.4)

Fri, Nov 22 5:30 P.M. Samantha Brown's Places to Love     NH Create (11.4)

Fri, Nov 22 6:30 P.M. Top of the South Island, NZ     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha bicycles through the sprawling Brancott Estate vineyards, which was the first to grow and bottle Sauvignon Blanc in Marlborough, and then visits the te Pa Family Vineyards, where she learns of its 800-year old Maori roots.

Sat, Nov 23 8:30 A.M. Samantha Brown's Places to Love     NHPBS (11.1)

Mon, Nov 25 8:00 A.M. Top of the South Island, NZ     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha bicycles through the sprawling Brancott Estate vineyards, which was the first to grow and bottle Sauvignon Blanc in Marlborough, and then visits the te Pa Family Vineyards, where she learns of its 800-year old Maori roots.

Mon, Nov 25 6:30 P.M. Sonoma County, California     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha takes to the Sonoma coastline on a road trip stopping off at various beaches and talks to a local guide about sustainability in Sonoma, the Pacific coast and what to look for off the beaten path.

Tue, Nov 26 8:00 A.M. Sonoma County, California     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha takes to the Sonoma coastline on a road trip stopping off at various beaches and talks to a local guide about sustainability in Sonoma, the Pacific coast and what to look for off the beaten path.

Tue, Nov 26 6:30 P.M. Sailing The British Virgin Islands     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha goes sailing around the historic British Virgin Islands with Capt.

Tue, Nov 26 7:30 P.M. Food Around The World     NHPBS (11.1)

While visiting the Swiss city of Interlaken, Samantha learns the art of chocolate making in a "funky" way.

Wed, Nov 27 8:00 A.M. Sailing The British Virgin Islands     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha goes sailing around the historic British Virgin Islands with Capt.

Wed, Nov 27 6:30 P.M. Dallas, Texas     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha meets up with an old friend to sample some of the best barbecue in town at Pecan Lodge.

Wed, Nov 27 10:30 P.M. Greater Palm Springs, Ca     NH Explore (11.2)

What Art Deco is to Miami is what Mid-Century Modern is to Palm Springs.

Thu, Nov 28 2:30 A.M. Greater Palm Springs, Ca     NH Explore (11.2)

What Art Deco is to Miami is what Mid-Century Modern is to Palm Springs.

Thu, Nov 28 8:00 A.M. Dallas, Texas     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha meets up with an old friend to sample some of the best barbecue in town at Pecan Lodge.

Thu, Nov 28 6:30 P.M. Lakes & Mountains of New Hampshire     NH Explore (11.2)

Visiting her hometown state, Samantha arrives on Lake Winnipesaukee aboard the M/S Mount Washington and goes straight to Funspot, the world's largest arcade.

Fri, Nov 29 8:00 A.M. Lakes & Mountains of New Hampshire     NH Explore (11.2)

Visiting her hometown state, Samantha arrives on Lake Winnipesaukee aboard the M/S Mount Washington and goes straight to Funspot, the world's largest arcade.

Fri, Nov 29 10:30 A.M. Samantha Brown's Places to Love     NH Create (11.4)

Fri, Nov 29 5:30 P.M. Samantha Brown's Places to Love     NH Create (11.4)

Fri, Nov 29 6:30 P.M. Phoenix, Arizona     NH Explore (11.2)

At the Desert Botanical Garden, Samantha and traveler Jack Maxwell take in the stunning beauty of wildflowers and blooming cactus as they walk the Sonoran Desert trails.

Sat, Nov 30 2:30 A.M. Greater Palm Springs, Ca     NH Explore (11.2)

What Art Deco is to Miami is what Mid-Century Modern is to Palm Springs.

Mon, Dec 2 8:00 A.M. Phoenix, Arizona     NH Explore (11.2)

At the Desert Botanical Garden, Samantha and traveler Jack Maxwell take in the stunning beauty of wildflowers and blooming cactus as they walk the Sonoran Desert trails.

Mon, Dec 2 6:30 P.M. Vienna, Austria     NH Explore (11.2)

At the 3rd Man Museum, Samantha joins Gerhard to learn about his passion for the Oscar-winning film, The 3rd Man, and also gets some insight into Vienna's fascinating history.

Tue, Dec 3 8:00 A.M. Vienna, Austria     NH Explore (11.2)

At the 3rd Man Museum, Samantha joins Gerhard to learn about his passion for the Oscar-winning film, The 3rd Man, and also gets some insight into Vienna's fascinating history.

Tue, Dec 3 6:30 P.M. The Southern Finger Lakes, Ny     NH Explore (11.2)

At the Corning Museum of Glass, Samantha starts off her visit to Crystal City by learning about the history of glass and why Corning is the center of the glass world.

Wed, Dec 4 8:00 A.M. The Southern Finger Lakes, Ny     NH Explore (11.2)

At the Corning Museum of Glass, Samantha starts off her visit to Crystal City by learning about the history of glass and why Corning is the center of the glass world.

Wed, Dec 4 6:30 P.M. Auckland, New Zealand     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha sails Auckland Harbor aboard the 2007 America's Cup winning Team New Zealand sailboat and talks with Peter Lester, a former cup competitor, coach and current sailing commentator.

Thu, Dec 5 8:00 A.M. Auckland, New Zealand     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha sails Auckland Harbor aboard the 2007 America's Cup winning Team New Zealand sailboat and talks with Peter Lester, a former cup competitor, coach and current sailing commentator.

Thu, Dec 5 6:30 P.M. The Coastline of Maine     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha takes a road trip to Bar Harbor, enjoys breath-taking views from Acadia National Park and takes a cruise through Bass Harbor soaking in the sights of Desert Island and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse.

Fri, Dec 6 8:00 A.M. The Coastline of Maine     NH Explore (11.2)

Samantha takes a road trip to Bar Harbor, enjoys breath-taking views from Acadia National Park and takes a cruise through Bass Harbor soaking in the sights of Desert Island and Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse.

Fri, Dec 6 6:30 P.M. Miami, Florida     NH Explore (11.2)

At Wynwood Walls, Samantha tours this unique outdoor destination featuring huge, colorful street murals by artists from around the globe.

Sat, Dec 7 8:30 A.M. Samantha Brown's Places to Love     NHPBS (11.1)

Mon, Dec 9 8:00 A.M. Miami, Florida     NH Explore (11.2)

At Wynwood Walls, Samantha tours this unique outdoor destination featuring huge, colorful street murals by artists from around the globe.


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