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China Week from The Travel Channel

Mary Jo Manzanares — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 23:14:00 +0000

With the upcoming winter Olympics, all eyes seem to turn east, as the world focuses on Beijing specifically, and China more generally.

I’ve never been totally enthusiastic about visiting China, due in large part, I think, to the era that I grew up in.

So I’m fascinated about the special programing that the Travel Channel has coming up: China Week. Regular Travel Channel hosts will present shows dedicated to Chinese history, culture and food. The programming will be broadcast in Hi-Def, so you’ll really get the feeling of being there.

Here’s a little teaser of what you can expect from one of my favorite Travel Channel hosts, Samantha Brown:

That sure makes me want to visit the Great Wall. Sam always seems to have a great time, and I’d love to go on a getaway with her pretty much anywhere!

Other programming includes two new specials, Seven Wonders of China and Wild China, an encore episode from Anthony Bourdain, and Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern. That last one sounds both interesting AND scary.

This is a great prelude to the Olympics!

China Week starts Sunday, July 27th. Since air dates and time will vary depending on your location, check the Travel Channel’s schedule for detailed broadcast information.

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Samantha Brown Goes to Los Cabos, Mexico

Mary Jo Manzanares — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 22:40:00 +0000

Tonight, on the Travel Channel’s Samantha Brown: Passport to Great Weekends, Sam heads to Cabo San Lucas, on the Baja peninsula.

I was recently in Cabo, after an absence of many, many years, and found it much changes. I didn’t have a lot of time to explore, bur I’m sure after watching Sam’s adventures, I’ll have a bunch of ideas for a future trip.

Here’s an advance peek at what’s in store:

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Samantha Brown: Passport to Great Weekends

Mary Jo Manzanares — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 13:46:24 +0000

Tonight is the season premiere of everyone’s favorite gal around town, Samantha Brown. This season will focus on the shorter vacation, that quick getaway weekend that is both easier to schedule and kinder on the budget.

Where are the great places for that weekend getaway? Of course, it all depends on where you live, but since the season will have ideas from all around the world you’ll probably find something close to YOUR home.

Two episodes air tonight, the first at 10 pm, the second at 10:30 pm (times are both ET/PT), featuring two wonderful cities – Las Vegas and Austin, Texas.

In Las Vegas, Samantha hangs out downtown with the locals, and then enjoys a little time at the glamorous Wynn. Las Vegas is known for it’s over the top experiences, and the Wynn doesn’t disappoint!

And in Austin, Samantha checks out the music and nightlife that Austin is famous for, as well as slowing life down to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

These are two pretty great spots for a weekend getaway, and it looks like it’s going to be a great season!

Video courtesy of The Travel Channel

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