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.
| Fri, May 15 | 5:30 P.M. |
Lake Geneva and the Valais, Switzerland
NH Create (11.4)
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. |
| Fri, May 15 | 6:30 P.M. |
New Orleans, Louisiana
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha begins her New Orleans trip at City Park, enjoying chicory coffee and beignets from Cafe Du Monde. |
| Sat, May 16 | 8:30 A.M. |
Italy Part 1 - Bologna
NHPBS (11.1)
Samantha explores Bologna's Piazza Maggiore, its ancient university, medical school, and vast library. |
| Mon, May 18 | 8:00 A.M. | Samantha Brown's Places to Love NH Explore (11.2) |
| Mon, May 18 | 6:30 P.M. | Samantha's 25th Anniversary Special NH Explore (11.2) |
| Tue, May 19 | 8:00 A.M. | Samantha Brown's Places to Love NH Explore (11.2) |
| Tue, May 19 | 6:30 P.M. |
Berlin, Leipzig and Meissen, Germany
NH Explore (11.2)
Inside St. Thomas Church in Leipzig, Samantha enjoys a concert on the pipe organ, celebrating composer Johann Sebastian Bach. |
| Wed, May 20 | 8:00 A.M. | Samantha Brown's Places to Love NH Explore (11.2) |
| Wed, May 20 | 10:30 A.M. |
Santa Fe, Nm
NH Create (11.4)
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, May 20 | 5:30 P.M. |
Santa Fe, Nm
NH Create (11.4)
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, May 20 | 6:30 P.M. |
The Crystal Coast of North Carolina
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha embarks on a boat ride to Shackelford Banks, where Wildlife Biologist Dr. |
| Wed, May 20 | 10:30 P.M. |
Santa Fe, Nm
NH Create (11.4)
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, May 21 | 8:00 A.M. |
Northern Costa Rica
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha explores Costa Rica's beauty, starting at Mistico Park with its hanging bridges and wildlife. |
| Thu, May 21 | 6:30 P.M. |
Traverse City. Michigan
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha begins her trip at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, known for its scenic views and challenging sand cliffs. |
| Fri, May 22 | 8:00 A.M. |
New Orleans, Louisiana
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha begins her New Orleans trip at City Park, enjoying chicory coffee and beignets from Cafe Du Monde. |
| Fri, May 22 | 10:30 A.M. |
Seoul, South Korea
NH Create (11.4)
Seoul is a huge metropolis and the capital of South Korea, where high-tech and pop culture meet palaces and street markets. |
| Fri, May 22 | 5:30 P.M. |
Seoul, South Korea
NH Create (11.4)
Seoul is a huge metropolis and the capital of South Korea, where high-tech and pop culture meet palaces and street markets. |
| Fri, May 22 | 6:30 P.M. |
Mainz, Wiesbaden and Rothenburg, Germany
NH Explore (11.2)
In Germany's largest wine region, Mainz unfolds like a delightful Riesling. |
| Sat, May 23 | 8:30 A.M. |
Italy Part 2 - Modena
NHPBS (11.1)
Samantha visits Modena, hometown of tenor Luciano Pavarotti, exploring his home museum with his widow. |
| Mon, May 25 | 8:00 A.M. | Samantha's 25th Anniversary Special NH Explore (11.2) |
| Mon, May 25 | 6:30 P.M. |
The Black Hills of South Dakota
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha begins her adventure at Custer State Park, riding to meet the bison herd before driving the scenic Needles Highway. |
| Tue, May 26 | 8:00 A.M. |
Berlin, Leipzig and Meissen, Germany
NH Explore (11.2)
Inside St. Thomas Church in Leipzig, Samantha enjoys a concert on the pipe organ, celebrating composer Johann Sebastian Bach. |
| Tue, May 26 | 6:30 P.M. |
Route 66 - Missouri to Oklahoma
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha starts her trip with a view of the St. Louis Arch and visits Ted Drewes Frozen Custard, famous for its thick desserts. |
| Wed, May 27 | 8:00 A.M. |
The Crystal Coast of North Carolina
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha embarks on a boat ride to Shackelford Banks, where Wildlife Biologist Dr. |
| Wed, May 27 | 10:30 A.M. |
Lafayette and Cajun Country, La
NH Create (11.4)
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. |
| Wed, May 27 | 5:30 P.M. |
Lafayette and Cajun Country, La
NH Create (11.4)
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. |
| Wed, May 27 | 6:30 P.M. |
Route 66 - Oklahoma City to Texas
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha returns to Route 66 in Luther, Oklahoma, visiting the Threatt Filling Station, a historical safe haven for Black motorists. |
| Wed, May 27 | 10:30 P.M. |
Lafayette and Cajun Country, La
NH Create (11.4)
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. |
| Thu, May 28 | 8:00 A.M. |
Traverse City. Michigan
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha begins her trip at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, known for its scenic views and challenging sand cliffs. |
| Thu, May 28 | 6:30 P.M. |
Route 66 In New Mexico
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha travels the Mother Road through New Mexico, starting at the retro Motel Safari in Tucumcari. |
| Fri, May 29 | 8:00 A.M. |
Mainz, Wiesbaden and Rothenburg, Germany
NH Explore (11.2)
In Germany's largest wine region, Mainz unfolds like a delightful Riesling. |
| Fri, May 29 | 10:30 A.M. |
Rhine River Cruise
NH Create (11.4)
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. |
| Fri, May 29 | 5:30 P.M. |
Rhine River Cruise
NH Create (11.4)
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. |
| Fri, May 29 | 6:30 P.M. |
Route 66 In Arizona
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha's Route 66 adventure continues through Arizona's 244 miles of the Mother Road. |
| Mon, Jun 1 | 8:00 A.M. |
The Black Hills of South Dakota
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha begins her adventure at Custer State Park, riding to meet the bison herd before driving the scenic Needles Highway. |
| Tue, Jun 2 | 8:00 A.M. |
Route 66 - Missouri to Oklahoma
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha starts her trip with a view of the St. Louis Arch and visits Ted Drewes Frozen Custard, famous for its thick desserts. |
| Wed, Jun 3 | 8:00 A.M. |
Route 66 - Oklahoma City to Texas
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha returns to Route 66 in Luther, Oklahoma, visiting the Threatt Filling Station, a historical safe haven for Black motorists. |
| Wed, Jun 3 | 10:30 A.M. |
Naples and Paradise Coast of Florida
NH Create (11.4)
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, Jun 3 | 5:30 P.M. |
Naples and Paradise Coast of Florida
NH Create (11.4)
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, Jun 3 | 10:30 P.M. |
Naples and Paradise Coast of Florida
NH Create (11.4)
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. |
| Thu, Jun 4 | 8:00 A.M. |
Route 66 In New Mexico
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha travels the Mother Road through New Mexico, starting at the retro Motel Safari in Tucumcari. |
| Fri, Jun 5 | 8:00 A.M. |
Route 66 In Arizona
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha's Route 66 adventure continues through Arizona's 244 miles of the Mother Road. |
| Fri, Jun 5 | 10:30 A.M. |
Christchurch, New Zealand
NH Create (11.4)
Samantha experiences the revival of the once earthquake devastated city of Christchurch, New Zealand by starting her journey off at the Gap Filler initiatives. |
| Fri, Jun 5 | 5:30 P.M. |
Christchurch, New Zealand
NH Create (11.4)
Samantha experiences the revival of the once earthquake devastated city of Christchurch, New Zealand by starting her journey off at the Gap Filler initiatives. |
| Mon, Jun 8 | 8:00 A.M. |
Route 66 In California
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha's California Route 66 journey begins in Goffs, a Mojave Desert railroad town tied to WWII history. |
| Mon, Jun 8 | 6:30 P.M. |
Route 66 In California
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha's California Route 66 journey begins in Goffs, a Mojave Desert railroad town tied to WWII history. |
| Tue, Jun 9 | 8:00 A.M. |
Zurich
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha explores Zurich's 2,000-year-old charm, touring the old town and learning its guild history. |
| Tue, Jun 9 | 6:30 P.M. |
Zurich
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha explores Zurich's 2,000-year-old charm, touring the old town and learning its guild history. |
| Wed, Jun 10 | 8:00 A.M. |
Williamsburg, Virginia
NH Explore (11.2)
Sam explores Virginia's history starting at Jamestowne, seeing 17th-century artifacts. |
| Wed, Jun 10 | 10:30 A.M. |
Baltimore, Maryland
NH Create (11.4)
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, Jun 10 | 5:30 P.M. |
Baltimore, Maryland
NH Create (11.4)
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, Jun 10 | 6:30 P.M. |
Williamsburg, Virginia
NH Explore (11.2)
Sam explores Virginia's history starting at Jamestowne, seeing 17th-century artifacts. |
| Wed, Jun 10 | 10:30 P.M. |
Baltimore, Maryland
NH Create (11.4)
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. |
| Thu, Jun 11 | 8:00 A.M. |
Italy Part 1 - Bologna
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha explores Bologna's Piazza Maggiore, its ancient university, medical school, and vast library. |
| Thu, Jun 11 | 6:30 P.M. |
Italy Part 1 - Bologna
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha explores Bologna's Piazza Maggiore, its ancient university, medical school, and vast library. |
| Fri, Jun 12 | 8:00 A.M. |
Italy Part 2 - Modena
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha visits Modena, hometown of tenor Luciano Pavarotti, exploring his home museum with his widow. |
| Fri, Jun 12 | 10:30 A.M. |
Food Around The World
NH Create (11.4)
While visiting the Swiss city of Interlaken, Samantha learns the art of chocolate making in a "funky" way. |
| Fri, Jun 12 | 5:30 P.M. |
Food Around The World
NH Create (11.4)
While visiting the Swiss city of Interlaken, Samantha learns the art of chocolate making in a "funky" way. |
| Fri, Jun 12 | 6:30 P.M. |
Italy Part 2 - Modena
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha visits Modena, hometown of tenor Luciano Pavarotti, exploring his home museum with his widow. |
| Sat, Jun 13 | 8:30 A.M. | Art & Artisans NHPBS (11.1) |
| Mon, Jun 15 | 8:00 A.M. | Art & Artisans NH Explore (11.2) |
| Mon, Jun 15 | 6:30 P.M. | Art & Artisans NH Explore (11.2) |
| Tue, Jun 16 | 8:00 A.M. |
Tampa, Florida
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha explores Tampa's Ybor City, learning its Cuban cigar heritage at J. |
| Tue, Jun 16 | 6:30 P.M. |
Tampa, Florida
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha explores Tampa's Ybor City, learning its Cuban cigar heritage at J. |
| Wed, Jun 17 | 8:00 A.M. |
The Food Special Part 3
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha samples global treats: sustainable cacao chocolate in Costa Rica, Berlin's iconic curry wurst, North Carolina's beloved tomato pie, Melbourne's classic pasta and espresso, New Orleans' custom coffee blends, Rothenburg's powdered "snowball" pastry, and Michigan's cherry ice wine once served at a White House state dinner. |
| Wed, Jun 17 | 10:30 A.M. |
Charleston, South Carolina
NH Create (11.4)
The Holy City certainly has quite the history, as Samantha takes a walking tour through its hidden alleyways and the French Quarter. |
| Wed, Jun 17 | 5:30 P.M. |
Charleston, South Carolina
NH Create (11.4)
The Holy City certainly has quite the history, as Samantha takes a walking tour through its hidden alleyways and the French Quarter. |
| Wed, Jun 17 | 6:32 P.M. |
The Food Special Part 3
NH Explore (11.2)
Samantha samples global treats: sustainable cacao chocolate in Costa Rica, Berlin's iconic curry wurst, North Carolina's beloved tomato pie, Melbourne's classic pasta and espresso, New Orleans' custom coffee blends, Rothenburg's powdered "snowball" pastry, and Michigan's cherry ice wine once served at a White House state dinner. |
| Wed, Jun 17 | 10:30 P.M. |
Charleston, South Carolina
NH Create (11.4)
The Holy City certainly has quite the history, as Samantha takes a walking tour through its hidden alleyways and the French Quarter. |
| Thu, Jun 18 | 8:00 A.M. |
Houston, Texas
NH Explore (11.2)
In this premiere episode, Samantha visits one of the most diverse and underrated cities in the United States: Houston, Texas. |
| Thu, Jun 18 | 6:30 P.M. |
Houston, Texas
NH Explore (11.2)
In this premiere episode, Samantha visits one of the most diverse and underrated cities in the United States: Houston, Texas. |
| Fri, Jun 19 | 8:00 A.M. |
Bern Region, Switzerland
NH Explore (11.2)
Many people dream of visiting Switzerland and experiencing the sheer beauty of the Alps, the gushing glacier river waters, and of course, the legendary cheeses and chocolates. |
| Fri, Jun 19 | 10:30 A.M. |
Central North Island, New Zealand
NH Create (11.4)
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. |
| Fri, Jun 19 | 5:30 P.M. |
Central North Island, New Zealand
NH Create (11.4)
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. |
| Fri, Jun 19 | 6:30 P.M. |
Bern Region, Switzerland
NH Explore (11.2)
Many people dream of visiting Switzerland and experiencing the sheer beauty of the Alps, the gushing glacier river waters, and of course, the legendary cheeses and chocolates. |
| Sat, Jun 20 | 8:30 A.M. |
Tampa, Florida
NHPBS (11.1)
Samantha explores Tampa's Ybor City, learning its Cuban cigar heritage at J. |
| Mon, Jun 22 | 8:00 A.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. |
| Mon, Jun 22 | 6:30 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. |
| Tue, Jun 23 | 8:00 A.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. |
| Tue, Jun 23 | 6:30 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. |
| Wed, Jun 24 | 8:00 A.M. |
Huntsville, Alabama
NH Explore (11.2)
Welcome to Rocket City, home of Space Camp and the U. |
| Wed, Jun 24 | 10:30 A.M. |
Budapest, Hungary
NH Create (11.4)
Samantha takes in the stunning views overlooking the entire city atop Fisherman's Bastion on the Buda side of the Danube. |
| Wed, Jun 24 | 5:30 P.M. |
Budapest, Hungary
NH Create (11.4)
Samantha takes in the stunning views overlooking the entire city atop Fisherman's Bastion on the Buda side of the Danube. |
| Wed, Jun 24 | 6:30 P.M. |
Huntsville, Alabama
NH Explore (11.2)
Welcome to Rocket City, home of Space Camp and the U. |
| Wed, Jun 24 | 10:30 P.M. |
Budapest, Hungary
NH Create (11.4)
Samantha takes in the stunning views overlooking the entire city atop Fisherman's Bastion on the Buda side of the Danube. |
| Thu, Jun 25 | 8:00 A.M. |
Vancouver, Canada
NH Explore (11.2)
The cosmopolitan city located on the edge of wilderness, Samantha travels to Vancouver and gets to experience firsthand the true beauty of this bustling Canadian west coast seaport. |
| Thu, Jun 25 | 6:30 P.M. |
Vancouver, Canada
NH Explore (11.2)
The cosmopolitan city located on the edge of wilderness, Samantha travels to Vancouver and gets to experience firsthand the true beauty of this bustling Canadian west coast seaport. |
| Fri, Jun 26 | 8:00 A.M. |
Hill Country, Texas
NH Explore (11.2)
There is a big difference between Texas and Texas Hill Country, and Samantha finds this out quickly when she takes to the road exploring these legendary lands in search of her favorite wildflower, the Texas bluebonnet. |
| Fri, Jun 26 | 10:30 A.M. |
The Florida Keys & Key West
NH Create (11.4)
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, Jun 26 | 5:30 P.M. |
The Florida Keys & Key West
NH Create (11.4)
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, Jun 26 | 6:30 P.M. |
Hill Country, Texas
NH Explore (11.2)
There is a big difference between Texas and Texas Hill Country, and Samantha finds this out quickly when she takes to the road exploring these legendary lands in search of her favorite wildflower, the Texas bluebonnet. |
| Sat, Jun 27 | 8:30 A.M. |
The Food Special Part 3
NHPBS (11.1)
Samantha samples global treats: sustainable cacao chocolate in Costa Rica, Berlin's iconic curry wurst, North Carolina's beloved tomato pie, Melbourne's classic pasta and espresso, New Orleans' custom coffee blends, Rothenburg's powdered "snowball" pastry, and Michigan's cherry ice wine once served at a White House state dinner. |
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