The Financial Confessions Samantha Brown On Budget Travel Tips, Underrated Destinations, And How Travel Has Changed
Jan 8, 2024
Travel legend Samantha Brown joins Chelsea to discuss the evolution of travel programming, finding balance in life, underrated destinations, and the impact of her show. They also talk about retiring to New Zealand and creating a compound.
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Engage with Locals
- Samantha Brown suggests asking locals for recommendations.
- Talking to shop owners, café patrons, or even hotel security can lead to unique experiences.
Travel Channel Career
- Samantha Brown's career began on the Travel Channel, hosting shows like "Great Vacation Homes" and "Great Hotels".
- She later hosted shows like "Girl Meets Hawaii" and "Passport to Europe", gaining widespread recognition.
Owning "Places to Love"
- Samantha Brown transitioned from being a hired host to owning her show, "Places to Love", on PBS.
- This shift gave her control over her work and schedule, unlike her previous experience with Travel Channel.