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.
Thu, Feb 2 | 3:00 A.M. |
Oregon Rv Trip
![]() Samantha ends this season with an all-American family RV road trip throughout the state of Oregon. |
Thu, Feb 2 | 8:00 A.M. |
Hong Kong, China
![]() Traveling to a city with so much to see is often a challenge, but not for Samantha! |
Thu, Feb 2 | 6:30 P.M. |
Ireland's Northwest Coast
![]() Samantha goes green and marks off the Northwest coast of Ireland from her bucket list as she starts an epic adventure in County Donegal. |
Fri, Feb 3 | 3:01 A.M. |
Hong Kong, China
![]() Traveling to a city with so much to see is often a challenge, but not for Samantha! |
Fri, Feb 3 | 8:00 A.M. |
Greater Palm Springs, Ca
![]() What Art Deco is to Miami is what Mid-Century Modern is to Palm Springs. |
Fri, Feb 3 | 10:30 A.M. |
Miami, Florida
![]() At Wynwood Walls, Samantha tours this unique outdoor destination featuring huge, colorful street murals by artists from around the globe. |
Fri, Feb 3 | 5:30 P.M. |
Miami, Florida
![]() At Wynwood Walls, Samantha tours this unique outdoor destination featuring huge, colorful street murals by artists from around the globe. |
Sat, Feb 4 | 3:01 A.M. |
Greater Palm Springs, Ca
![]() What Art Deco is to Miami is what Mid-Century Modern is to Palm Springs. |
Sat, Feb 4 | 9:30 A.M. |
Big Sky, Montana
![]() Samantha starts off her Montana experience at Big Sky Resorts to learn about Avalanche Dogs and their rescue program. |
Mon, Feb 6 | 8:00 A.M. |
Big Sky, Montana
![]() Samantha starts off her Montana experience at Big Sky Resorts to learn about Avalanche Dogs and their rescue program. |
Mon, Feb 6 | 6:30 P.M. |
Big Sky, Montana
![]() Samantha starts off her Montana experience at Big Sky Resorts to learn about Avalanche Dogs and their rescue program. |
Tue, Feb 7 | 3:00 A.M. |
Big Sky, Montana
![]() Samantha starts off her Montana experience at Big Sky Resorts to learn about Avalanche Dogs and their rescue program. |
Tue, Feb 7 | 8:00 A.M. |
Lake Geneva and the Valais, Switzerland
![]() 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. |
Tue, Feb 7 | 6:30 P.M. |
Orange County, California
![]() Samantha travels to Orange County in Southern California and meets legendary surfer PT Townend, who discusses the origins of surfing. |
Wed, Feb 8 | 3:01 A.M. |
Lake Geneva and the Valais, Switzerland
![]() 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, Feb 8 | 8:00 A.M. |
Santa Fe, Nm
![]() 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, Feb 8 | 6:30 P.M. |
Montreal, Canada
![]() 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, Feb 9 | 3:01 A.M. |
Santa Fe, Nm
![]() 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, Feb 9 | 8:00 A.M. |
Seoul, South Korea
![]() Seoul is a huge metropolis and the capital of South Korea, where high-tech and pop culture meet palaces and street markets. |
Thu, Feb 9 | 6:30 P.M. |
Oregon Rv Trip
![]() Samantha ends this season with an all-American family RV road trip throughout the state of Oregon. |
Fri, Feb 10 | 3:01 A.M. |
Seoul, South Korea
![]() Seoul is a huge metropolis and the capital of South Korea, where high-tech and pop culture meet palaces and street markets. |
Fri, Feb 10 | 8:00 A.M. |
Lafayette and Cajun Country, La
![]() 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. |
Fri, Feb 10 | 10:30 A.M. |
Quebec City, Canada
![]() During Quebec Winter Carnival, Samantha starts her trip off ice canoeing on the frigid waters of the St. |
Fri, Feb 10 | 5:30 P.M. |
Quebec City, Canada
![]() During Quebec Winter Carnival, Samantha starts her trip off ice canoeing on the frigid waters of the St. |
Sat, Feb 11 | 3:01 A.M. |
Lafayette and Cajun Country, La
![]() 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, Feb 11 | 9:30 A.M. |
Savannah, Georgia
![]() Samantha visits Savannah and stops by to see the beautiful artwork of Amelia Jamerson, at her quaint gallery. |
Mon, Feb 13 | 8:00 A.M. |
Savannah, Georgia
![]() Samantha visits Savannah and stops by to see the beautiful artwork of Amelia Jamerson, at her quaint gallery. |
Mon, Feb 13 | 6:30 P.M. |
Savannah, Georgia
![]() Samantha visits Savannah and stops by to see the beautiful artwork of Amelia Jamerson, at her quaint gallery. |
Tue, Feb 14 | 3:00 A.M. |
Savannah, Georgia
![]() Samantha visits Savannah and stops by to see the beautiful artwork of Amelia Jamerson, at her quaint gallery. |
Tue, Feb 14 | 8:00 A.M. |
Rhine River Cruise
![]() 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, Feb 14 | 6:30 P.M. |
Hong Kong, China
![]() Traveling to a city with so much to see is often a challenge, but not for Samantha! |
Wed, Feb 15 | 3:01 A.M. |
Rhine River Cruise
![]() 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. |
Wed, Feb 15 | 8:00 A.M. |
Naples and Paradise Coast of Florida
![]() 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, Feb 15 | 6:30 P.M. |
Greater Palm Springs, Ca
![]() What Art Deco is to Miami is what Mid-Century Modern is to Palm Springs. |
Thu, Feb 16 | 3:01 A.M. |
Naples and Paradise Coast of Florida
![]() 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, Feb 16 | 8:00 A.M. |
Christchurch, New Zealand
![]() 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, Feb 16 | 6:30 P.M. |
Lake Geneva and the Valais, Switzerland
![]() 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, Feb 17 | 3:01 A.M. |
Christchurch, New Zealand
![]() 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, Feb 17 | 8:00 A.M. |
Baltimore, Maryland
![]() 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, Feb 17 | 10:30 A.M. |
Dutchess County/Hudson Valley, Ny
![]() Samantha starts off her trip to historic Dutchess County on the "Walkway Over the Hudson," taking in dramatic views over the Hudson River and surrounding Hudson Valley. |
Fri, Feb 17 | 5:30 P.M. |
Dutchess County/Hudson Valley, Ny
![]() Samantha starts off her trip to historic Dutchess County on the "Walkway Over the Hudson," taking in dramatic views over the Hudson River and surrounding Hudson Valley. |
Sat, Feb 18 | 3:01 A.M. |
Baltimore, Maryland
![]() 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. |
Sat, Feb 18 | 9:30 A.M. |
California Road Trip
![]() Samantha takes a Southern California Road Trip by electric car heading to Barrio Logan, a thriving Mexican-American neighborhood in San Diego. |
Mon, Feb 20 | 8:00 A.M. |
California Road Trip
![]() Samantha takes a Southern California Road Trip by electric car heading to Barrio Logan, a thriving Mexican-American neighborhood in San Diego. |
Mon, Feb 20 | 6:30 P.M. |
California Road Trip
![]() Samantha takes a Southern California Road Trip by electric car heading to Barrio Logan, a thriving Mexican-American neighborhood in San Diego. |
Tue, Feb 21 | 3:00 A.M. |
California Road Trip
![]() Samantha takes a Southern California Road Trip by electric car heading to Barrio Logan, a thriving Mexican-American neighborhood in San Diego. |
Tue, Feb 21 | 8:00 A.M. |
Food Around The World
![]() While visiting the Swiss city of Interlaken, Samantha learns the art of chocolate making in a "funky" way. |
Tue, Feb 21 | 6:30 P.M. |
Santa Fe, Nm
![]() 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, Feb 22 | 3:01 A.M. |
Food Around The World
![]() While visiting the Swiss city of Interlaken, Samantha learns the art of chocolate making in a "funky" way. |
Wed, Feb 22 | 8:00 A.M. |
Charleston, South Carolina
![]() The Holy City certainly has quite the history, as Samantha takes a walking tour through its hidden alleyways and the French Quarter. |
Wed, Feb 22 | 6:30 P.M. |
Seoul, South Korea
![]() Seoul is a huge metropolis and the capital of South Korea, where high-tech and pop culture meet palaces and street markets. |
Thu, Feb 23 | 3:01 A.M. |
Charleston, South Carolina
![]() The Holy City certainly has quite the history, as Samantha takes a walking tour through its hidden alleyways and the French Quarter. |
Thu, Feb 23 | 8:00 A.M. |
Central North Island, New Zealand
![]() 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. |
Thu, Feb 23 | 6:30 P.M. |
Lafayette and Cajun Country, La
![]() 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. |
Fri, Feb 24 | 3:01 A.M. |
Central North Island, New Zealand
![]() 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, Feb 24 | 8:00 A.M. |
Budapest, Hungary
![]() Samantha takes in the stunning views overlooking the entire city atop Fisherman's Bastion on the Buda side of the Danube. |
Fri, Feb 24 | 10:30 A.M. |
The Food Special
![]() In this special episode Samantha features new and unique food scenes from her travels. |
Fri, Feb 24 | 5:30 P.M. |
The Food Special
![]() In this special episode Samantha features new and unique food scenes from her travels. |
Sat, Feb 25 | 3:00 A.M. |
Budapest, Hungary
![]() Samantha takes in the stunning views overlooking the entire city atop Fisherman's Bastion on the Buda side of the Danube. |
Sat, Feb 25 | 9:30 A.M. |
Chattanooga, Tennessee
![]() Samantha explores the Tennessee River and Northshore areas with travel writer Cory Lee. |
Mon, Feb 27 | 8:00 A.M. |
Chattanooga, Tennessee
![]() Samantha explores the Tennessee River and Northshore areas with travel writer Cory Lee. |
Mon, Feb 27 | 6:30 P.M. |
Chattanooga, Tennessee
![]() Samantha explores the Tennessee River and Northshore areas with travel writer Cory Lee. |
Tue, Feb 28 | 3:00 A.M. |
Chattanooga, Tennessee
![]() Samantha explores the Tennessee River and Northshore areas with travel writer Cory Lee. |
Tue, Feb 28 | 8:00 A.M. |
The Florida Keys & Key West
![]() 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. |
Tue, Feb 28 | 6:30 P.M. |
Rhine River Cruise
![]() 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. |
Wed, Mar 1 | 3:00 A.M. |
The Florida Keys & Key West
![]() 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. |
Wed, Mar 1 | 8:00 A.M. |
Top of the South Island, NZ
![]() 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. |
Wed, Mar 1 | 6:30 P.M. |
Naples and Paradise Coast of Florida
![]() 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, Mar 2 | 3:00 A.M. |
Top of the South Island, NZ
![]() 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. |
Thu, Mar 2 | 8:00 A.M. |
Sonoma County, California
![]() 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. |
Thu, Mar 2 | 6:30 P.M. |
Christchurch, New Zealand
![]() 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, Mar 3 | 3:00 A.M. |
Sonoma County, California
![]() 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. |
Fri, Mar 3 | 8:00 A.M. |
Sailing The British Virgin Islands
![]() Samantha goes sailing around the historic British Virgin Islands with Capt. |
Fri, Mar 3 | 6:30 P.M. |
Baltimore, Maryland
![]() 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. |
Sat, Mar 4 | 3:00 A.M. |
Sailing The British Virgin Islands
![]() Samantha goes sailing around the historic British Virgin Islands with Capt. |
Mon, Mar 6 | 8:00 A.M. |
The Makers
![]() An episode devoted to food, clothing, musical instruments and other wonderful products specially made by craftspeople across the country. |
Mon, Mar 6 | 6:30 P.M. |
The Makers
![]() An episode devoted to food, clothing, musical instruments and other wonderful products specially made by craftspeople across the country. |
Tue, Mar 7 | 3:00 A.M. |
The Makers
![]() An episode devoted to food, clothing, musical instruments and other wonderful products specially made by craftspeople across the country. |
Tue, Mar 7 | 8:00 A.M. |
Dallas, Texas
![]() Samantha meets up with an old friend to sample some of the best barbecue in town at Pecan Lodge. |
Tue, Mar 7 | 6:30 P.M. |
Food Around The World
![]() While visiting the Swiss city of Interlaken, Samantha learns the art of chocolate making in a "funky" way. |
Wed, Mar 8 | 3:00 A.M. |
Dallas, Texas
![]() Samantha meets up with an old friend to sample some of the best barbecue in town at Pecan Lodge. |
Wed, Mar 8 | 8:00 A.M. |
Lakes & Mountains of New Hampshire
![]() 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. |
Wed, Mar 8 | 6:30 P.M. |
Charleston, South Carolina
![]() The Holy City certainly has quite the history, as Samantha takes a walking tour through its hidden alleyways and the French Quarter. |
Thu, Mar 9 | 3:00 A.M. |
Lakes & Mountains of New Hampshire
![]() 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. |
Thu, Mar 9 | 8:00 A.M. |
Phoenix, Arizona
![]() 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. |
Thu, Mar 9 | 6:30 P.M. |
Central North Island, New Zealand
![]() 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, Mar 10 | 3:00 A.M. |
Phoenix, Arizona
![]() 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. |
Fri, Mar 10 | 8:00 A.M. |
Vienna, Austria
![]() 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. |
Fri, Mar 10 | 6:30 P.M. |
Budapest, Hungary
![]() Samantha takes in the stunning views overlooking the entire city atop Fisherman's Bastion on the Buda side of the Danube. |
Sat, Mar 11 | 3:00 A.M. |
Vienna, Austria
![]() 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. |
Sat, Mar 11 | 9:30 A.M. |
The Makers
![]() An episode devoted to food, clothing, musical instruments and other wonderful products specially made by craftspeople across the country. |
Mon, Mar 13 | 8:00 A.M. |
Limerick and County Clare, Ireland
![]() Samantha leaps into her Limerick adventure at King John's Castle, where costumed historians relate the colorful history of this fortress. |
Mon, Mar 13 | 6:30 P.M. |
Limerick and County Clare, Ireland
![]() Samantha leaps into her Limerick adventure at King John's Castle, where costumed historians relate the colorful history of this fortress. |
Tue, Mar 14 | 3:00 A.M. |
Limerick and County Clare, Ireland
![]() Samantha leaps into her Limerick adventure at King John's Castle, where costumed historians relate the colorful history of this fortress. |
Tue, Mar 14 | 8:00 A.M. |
The Southern Finger Lakes, Ny
![]() 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. |
Tue, Mar 14 | 6:30 P.M. |
The Florida Keys & Key West
![]() 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. |
Wed, Mar 15 | 3:00 A.M. |
The Southern Finger Lakes, Ny
![]() 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, Mar 15 | 8:00 A.M. |
Auckland, New Zealand
![]() 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. |
Wed, Mar 15 | 6:30 P.M. |
Top of the South Island, NZ
![]() 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. |
Thu, Mar 16 | 3:00 A.M. |
Auckland, New Zealand
![]() 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, Mar 16 | 8:00 A.M. |
The Coastline of Maine
![]() 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. |
Thu, Mar 16 | 6:30 P.M. |
Sonoma County, California
![]() 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. |
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