Passport to Europe with Samantha Brown

Watch Passport to Europe with Samantha Brown

  • 2005
  • 2 Seasons

Passport to Europe with Samantha Brown is a travel show that aired on the Travel Channel from 2004 to 2009. Hosted by Samantha Brown, the show takes viewers on a tour of some of the most exciting and interesting destinations in Europe. In each episode, Brown explores a different city or region, giving viewers an insider's look at the local culture, cuisine, architecture, and attractions. She also offers tips on the best places to stay, eat, and shop, as well as advice on how to navigate the local customs and etiquette.

The show is shot in a documentary-style format, with Brown traveling to each destination on her own and interacting with locals to get a true sense of the place. She often participates in local activities and festivals, such as learning how to make pasta in Italy or trying her hand at falconry in Scotland.

One of the strengths of Passport to Europe is Brown's affable and approachable hosting style. She has a talent for putting viewers at ease and making them feel as if they are traveling alongside her. Her enthusiasm for each destination is infectious, and she has a knack for uncovering hidden gems that might otherwise go unnoticed.

Another key element of the show is its focus on cultural immersion. Brown is passionate about experiencing each destination on a deep level, whether that means exploring the history and art of a city or trying out local customs and traditions.

Throughout the series, Brown visits a wide variety of destinations, from the grandeur of Paris and Rome to the charm of Prague and Salzburg. She also explores lesser-known destinations such as Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, giving viewers a glimpse into places they might not have considered visiting.

In addition to the main series, Passport to Europe also spawned several spin-off shows, including Passport to Great Weekends and Passport to Latin America. These shows followed a similar format to the original, with Brown exploring destinations in the US and Latin America respectively.

Overall, Passport to Europe with Samantha Brown is a must-watch for anyone with an interest in travel and culture. With its engaging host, stunning cinematography, and insightful exploration of some of Europe's most fascinating destinations, the show offers a captivating glimpse into the world of travel.

Passport to Europe with Samantha Brown is a series that is currently running and has 2 seasons (55 episodes). The series first aired on January 3, 2005.

Filter by Source

Seasons
Copenhagen, Denmark
26. Copenhagen, Denmark
June 21, 2010
Samantha Brown discovers how Copenhageners celebrate the longest day of the year, gets the spin on the bicycle scene and finds out if Danes really do eat danish.
Reykjavik, Iceland
25. Reykjavik, Iceland
June 21, 2010
Samantha Brown lands in the capitol city of Reykjavik for an Iceland adventure! She takes an unusual 4-wheel ride over moon-like volcanic fields and discovers that Vikings may not have had horns on their helmets.
Stockholm, Sweden
24. Stockholm, Sweden
July 14, 2010
Sam arrives in Stockholm, Sweden, a Scandinavian city comprised of 14 islands. While there she cools off in an ice bar, goes hunting for trolls and eats the meatballs.
Helsinki, Finland
23. Helsinki, Finland
July 15, 2010
Samantha Brown's passport gets stamped in Helsinki, Finland. She toasts the city on a unique tour, she steps inside a steamy sauna for a lesson in etiquette, and discovers why the Finns are fans of fish, licorice, and rye bread.
Scottish Highlands
22. Scottish Highlands
June 24, 2010
Samantha Brown gets a dose of authentic Scottish hospitality when she lands in the Scottish Highlands. She competes against a champion at the caber toss, fishes the famous Loch Ness and gets spooked at a haunted castle hotel.
Glasgow, Scotland
21. Glasgow, Scotland
July 19, 2010
Samantha Brown travels to Glasgow, Scotland to check out the buzz of this hot new city. She gets an answer to the question of what men really wear under their kilts. She even tests her talents on the bagpipes!
Mallorca, Spain
20. Mallorca, Spain
July 20, 2010
The Spanish island of Mallorca offers something for everyone, and Samantha Brown takes full advantage. She goes underground for a one-of-a-kind cave experience and climbs island cliffs with a pro!
Valencia, Spain
19. Valencia, Spain
July 21, 2010
Samantha Brown gets her passport stamped in Valencia, Spain! She visits the sacred home of The Holy Grail. She'll try to master the moves of flamenco and she'll even give a red cape a twirl in a bullfighting ring!
Verona, Italy
18. Verona, Italy
July 22, 2010
Samantha Brown visits Verona, Italy - the setting of Shakespeare's "Romeo & Juliet." She steps inside a coliseum older than the one in Rome, and steps backstage at the opera. She even pens a letter at Juliet's Club.
Bologna, Italy
17. Bologna, Italy
July 23, 2010
Samantha Brown's heading to the Italian destination of Bologna, and this one has the audacity to claim it's the culinary capital of the entire country. Samantha searches out whether there's really any bologna in Bologna.
Hidden Venice, Italy
16. Hidden Venice, Italy
August 20, 2008
Samantha Brown is on a mission to unmask the 'hidden' side of Venice, Italy! She'll discover her artistic talents in a century's old Venetian art, and she'll try to answer the question - is Venice sinking?
Venice, Italy
15. Venice, Italy
August 20, 2008
Samantha Brown goes to one of the most romantic cities in the world - Venice, Italy! She makes her own version of Venice's exquisite blown glass, attempts to pilot a gondola, and witness's tourists being attacked by pigeons!
Turin, Italy
14. Turin, Italy
June 10, 2010
Samantha Brown travels to the host city for the 2006 Winter Olympics, Turin, Italy! She hunts for truffles, discovers mummies, learns to compete in curling and finds out where the martini got its start.
Milan, Italy
13. Milan, Italy
June 7, 2010
Samantha Brown heads to the fashion capital of the world Milan and learns Italian - Gucci, Armani, Versace, Prada! She discovers that Panzarotti's, not pizza, reign supreme. She goes hands-on in a museum with Da Vinci inspiration.
Geneva, Switzerland
12. Geneva, Switzerland
August 18, 2008
Samantha Brown's in Geneva, Switzerland - a city where 70% of its visitors come to work! Sam goes underneath Geneva to see what secrets are lurking.
Lyon, France
11. Lyon, France
July 28, 2010
The city of Lyon may be the culinary capitol of France, but Samantha Brown is out to experience more than just food in France's second largest city. Samantha savors the unexpected in Lyon.
Marseilles, France
10. Marseilles, France
July 29, 2010
Samantha Brown steps into the exotic Mediterranean city of Marseilles, France and discovers a destination in a constant state of transformation from its somewhat seedy past to a vibrant and exciting metropolitan area.
Provence, France
9. Provence, France
July 30, 2010
Samantha Brown heads to Provence where she learns the art of bullfighting from a real matador, taste tests a wine with connections to the Pope, and learn what a famous American blue jean maker has in common with the town of Nimes.
Cornwall, England
8. Cornwall, England
August 2, 2010
Samantha Brown travels to a place where people come from around the world to surf these waves. Its rugged coastline inspires creativity and has spawned art communities; its vineyards grow award-winning wine - Cornwall, England
Oxford/Stratford, England
7. Oxford/Stratford, England
August 3, 2010
Samantha Brown visits Stratford-Upon-Avon and Oxford, England. From Royal Shakespeare Company, to the inspirations of "Alice in Wonderland" and "Harry Potter," she finds these centers of the English are anything but dry and dusty.
Brittany, France
6. Brittany, France
August 13, 2008
Samantha Brown travels to Brittany, France, known for its unique customs, traditions, even its own language! Her journey begins in search of its famous pottery, the perfect souvenir! Then she heads to the coast to discover the Breton oyster!
Normandy, France
5. Normandy, France
August 4, 2010
Samantha Brown travels to Normandy, France to visit a town that made an "impression" on artist Claude Monet. She'll visit Omaha Beach and reflect on the memories of the D-Day invasion during World War II.
Crete, Greece
4. Crete, Greece
August 6, 2010
Samantha Brown's on an island that sits at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa, and is the mythological birthplace of the god Zeus. It's home to the first European civilization. It's Crete, Greece!
Santorini, Greece
3. Santorini, Greece
August 9, 2010
Samantha Brown's never vacationed on an active volcano. Her trip to Santorini, Greece will change that! She'll cruise the Aegean Sea on a catamaran and celebrate the island's nightlife. She just might throw away her return ticket!
Athens, Greece
2. Athens, Greece
August 10, 2010
Samantha Brown gets her passport stamped in Athens, Greece! She climbs the Acropolis, orders a Greek gyro and sips ouzo at a taverna. When Sam travels to Athens she'll experience 2,500 years of the history and tradition of Greece.
Mykonos, Greece
1. Mykonos, Greece
August 11, 2010
Samantha Brown packs her bags for Mykonos in the middle of the Aegean Sea to experience island life Greek-style! She'll sink her toes in the sand at a beach cafe, explore the ruins of a lost civilization, and dance the night away.
Description
Where to Watch Passport to Europe with Samantha Brown
Passport to Europe with Samantha Brown is available for streaming on the Travel Channel website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Passport to Europe with Samantha Brown on demand at Discovery+.
  • Premiere Date
    January 3, 2005