Season 9 - Samantha Brown's Places to Love

SEASON 9

PLACES TO LOVE

For 25 years, Samantha Brown has traversed continents, experienced different cultures, and tasted adventure while applying her singular brand of warmth and inclusion along the way.

Places to Love is about traveling to cities around the world and finding what connects us as people. Season 9 takes Samantha across both the United States and Europe. Come along for the fun as Samantha finishes her road trip along historic Route 66, visits cities in Europe that seamlessly combine tradition and innovation, and much more…

Funding for Places to Love Season 9 generously provided by:

Northern Costa Rica

Route 66 — New Mexico

In the premiere episode, Samantha continues her road trip along historic Route 66 in New Mexico. From Santa Fe to custom hats, there’s something for everyone along Route 66!

New Orleans, Louisiana

Route 66 — Arizona

Continuing along Route 66, Samantha travels across Arizona focusing on the natural beauty and prehistoric treasures Arizona has to offer.

25th Anniversary Special

Route 66 — California

Get ready to ring the bell – Samantha has made it all the way to the end of Route 66! Come along and see all that the Mojave desert has to offer. With iconic landmarks and fantastic dining spots, the journey along Route 66 doesn’t end until she hits the coast.

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Wishing you all a Happy New Year! Cheers to 2026!!

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Dec 31

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This week on @createtvchannel, I’m visiting two very different destinations!

First up, today, I'm exploring the charming riverside towns of Mainz and Wiesbaden, and the fairy-tale perfection of Rothenburg in Germany. (Just a warning: prepare your sweet tooth for this one!)

Then on Friday, I'm heading to the Black Hills of South Dakota where adventure takes three forms: above ground, high up, and deep below in ways you won't expect.

Tune in Wednesday 10:30AM/5:30PM/10:30PM and Friday 10:30AM/5:30PM (all times ET) to travel with me from German charm to the heart of the Black Hills!

Comment HowtoWatch for information on showings in your location.

#samanthabrown #placestolove @germanytourism @rothenburgtourism #blackhills #southdakota #Forever605 #HifFromSD @travelsouthdakota

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Dec 30

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As we get ready for 2026, why not add one of these travel-inspired resolutions to your list?

(No.1 is especially important because it’s not just the expiration date you have to worry about!)

Comment SBNewYear for the full list and then let me know below what you’re adding!

#samanthabrown #placestolove #newyearsresolutions #traveltips

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Dec 29

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We filmed so much in Germany, I just had to split it into two episodes. Tonight Kevin and I are going LIVE at 9:00 PM ET on Facebook and Youtube to watch Part 1 – “Berlin, Leipzig, and Meissen.”

Join our watch party to see what we got up to between these three very unique destinations and more behind the scenes fun!

See you tonight!

Comment WPBerlin to RSVP on Facebook or YouTube!

Since it’s Germany, Kevin is going to be pouring a German Pils (pilsner beer) for us.
So grab a bier and join us MONDAY at 9pm ET, December 29nd right here on Facebook, Prost!

#samanthabrown #placestolove #visitgermany #germany @germanytourism @leipzigtravel @visitberlin

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Dec 28

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I love winter. When cold + snow create new surfaces that host ephemeral activities. And these acts of joy can only happen this time of year~a reminder to enjoy the moment.

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Dec 26

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If you, like me, LOVE the cold, here are some destinations to add to your bucket list.

(Not only is the last one a family favorite, it’s hosted TWO different winter olympics!)

Comment SBWinterDestinations for more tips!

#samanthabrown #placestolove #wintertravel #winterdestinations

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Dec 25

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A very merry Christmas from my family to yours! I hope Santa brought you everything you wished for, and that your day is full of good food and people you love.

#samanthabrown #merrychristmas #travelgram

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Dec 24

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This week @createtvchannel is sharing two of my favorite Places to Love episodes with you! First up, on Wednesday, I saw wild horses for the first time at Shackleford Banks on the Crystal Coast of North Carolina. Did you even know you could see wild horses in the Outer Banks?

Then on Friday, life really is a bowl of cherries in Traverse City, Michigan, and I’ll show you why. From the cherry orchards to the beaches of Lake Michigan, this area provides plenty to enjoy.

It’s a sandy week on @createtvchannel and you know how sand is - it’s absolutely coming home in your shoes!

Tune in Wednesday 10:30AM/5:30PM/10:30PM and Friday 10:30AM/5:30PM (all times ET) to travel with me from wild horses to cherry country!

Comment HowtoWatch for information on showings in your location.

#samanthabrown #placestolove #MyCrystalCoast #SOBX @thecrystalcoast #northcarolina

#traversecity #michigan #cherrycapital @traversecitytourism

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Dec 24

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3 Billion Americans will be traveling 50 miles or more during this holiday season.

Okay I’m exaggerating but AAA has reported that this will be another record year. And it’s best to be prepared as you head out.

Do you have an emergency kit? Am I missing something?

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Dec 23

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Dec 22

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It’s a walk down memory lane! Join Kevin and me tonight LIVE (8:30 PM ET this week only) on Facebook and YouTube for our 25th Anniversary Special Watch Party.

I’ll be sharing even more from these last 25 years of travel and what it was like revisiting my old shows. (The bob! I actually think this style is hip with the kids again.)

Comment WP25 to watch on YouTube or Facebook. See you tonight!

For my anniversary, Kevin is making me my favorite cocktail, the Negroni! (recipe below) So stir up a cocktail and join us MONDAY at 8:30pm ET, December 22nd on Facebook or YouTube. Cheers!

Negroni (this one is easy!)
1 oz Gin
1 oz Sweet Vermouth
1 oz Campari
Stir together with ice and strain into rocks glass with big cube of ice (if possible). Garnish with small slice of orange.

#samanthabrown #placestolove #anniversary

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Dec 20

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Mr. Roger’s famously said “Look for the helpers”. But you could always be one yourself.

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Dec 19

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Huka Falls in Taupō, New Zealand dumps 220,000 litres (over 58,000 gallons) of water over an 11-meter (36-foot) cliff every SECOND! Now that's some serious volume.

We filmed here for Season 2 of Places to Love, and its beauty has always stuck with me. Have you ever visited New Zealand? Tell me about your trip in the comments!

#placestolove #samanthabrown #newzealand #hukafalls #travel

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Dec 18

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Winter Solstice might be in a few days but the weather has been absolutely freezing here in NYC.

As someone who loves cold weather travel, I thought it would be a good time to share some tips on what to wear and pack so no one in your group ends up with frostbite.

Tip 1: Get very familiar with merino wool.

Comment SBWinterPacking for more advice!

#samanthabrown #placestolove #wintertravel #packingtips

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Dec 17

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33 years living in NYC and I still have pinch me moments.

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Dec 17

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Join me for a walk down memory lane today on @createtvchannel at 10:30am and 5:30pm ET as I revisit my career over the last 25 years!

Comment HowtoWatch for information on showings in your location.

#samanthabrown #placestolove

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Dec 16

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Join Kevin and me tonight LIVE at 9:00 PM ET on Facebook and YouTube for our New Orleans Watch Party!

I’ve been to New Orleans countless times, and I love that with this episode we focused on what to do AWAY from Bourbon Street and the French Quarter.

We’ll be sharing all sorts of tidbits from behind the scenes (including an accidental, very long bike ride!) and talking more about Season 9.

See you tonight!

Comment WPNewOrleans to RSVP on Facebook.

Our featured drink will be The Sazerac:

- 2.5 oz rye
- sugar cube (or .25 oz simple syrup)
- 4 dashes Peychaud's bitters
- Absinthe (for rinsing glass)

In mixing glass muddle a sugar cube and bitters. Add a few drops of water to help dissolve sugar (just add syrup here if using instead of sugar cube).

Add rye, ice and stir until completely chilled.

In a pre-frozen or chilled rocks glass add a bit of absinthe and coat the glass, then pour out the rest. Strain the cocktail into glass and serve with lemon peel.

#samanthabrown #placestolove #explorelouisiana #louisiana #neworleans @explore.louisiana

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Dec 16

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With only a few weeks until the premiere of "Places to Love" Season 9, I'd like to take a moment and highlight the sponsors that make this show possible.

Please join me in welcoming aboard @railbookers!

What I love about Railbookers is that they make train vacations to multiple destinations easy and scenic. Not only will they help you navigate rail systems in different countries, their experts ensure you have scenic and comfortable, personalized journeys that include train, hotel, sightseeing and more.

To learn more about using Railbookers to explore by rail, comment SBRailbookers!

#Railbookers #TrainTravel #samanthabrown #placestolove

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Dec 13

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His name is Gianni Basso and his Stampatore (still open) is in the Cannaregio neighborhood of Venice. He remains one of the loveliest and most welcoming people I’ve had the pleasure of shooting a segment with. I still have the cards he made me and won’t use them. They’re too perfect.

Apologize for my picture taking skills of 20 years ago.

Portsmouth photography by Neil Troost. Of Troost Fine Art Photography

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Dec 12

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Wondering what there is to do OUTSIDE of the French Quarter in New Orleans? Answering that question was my mission with this “Places to Love” episode!

Tune in today on @createtvchannel to see everywhere I went!

Comment HowtoWatch for information on showings in your location.

#samanthabrown #placestolove #mylouisiana #neworleans @explore.louisiana

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