The
Travel Channel began in 1987 and it is the only television network
devoted exclusively to travel entertainment. The Travel Channel
is a dedicated and trusted window on the world, bringing knowledge,
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experience their world and satisfy their curiosity.
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on the ground, to creating an online travel community for
consumers to share their experiences at travelchannel.com
when the voyage is over - Travel Channel Media and its businesses
are part of the journey every step of the way.
Meet
the Natives USA
Imagine
playing in the snow, seeing the New York skyline, or eating
a Thanksgiving turkey, all for the first time. On Meet The
Natives USA five tribesmen from the South Pacific island of
Tanna will do just that when they embark on a 7,000 mile journey
to assimilate to western civilization. Hand-picked by their
supreme chief to undertake a special mission to America, the
ambassadors from Tanna leave their traditional way of life
behind to travel to the U.S. to learn more about American
culture.
Eager to fit in and conform to American society, the ambassadors
shed their traditional garb for warmer, more suitable fashion,
as they adjust to a cooler climate and conservative surroundings.
In each episode the tribesmen live with a new host family
for one week: including ranchers in Montana, a society belle
in New York City; a mid-western family in Peoria, Illinois;
a fun-loving family in Orange County, CA; and a military family
in Ft. Stewart, GA; adapting to unfamiliar norms, and for
the first time experiencing the luxuries that Americans often
take for granted.
Dissecting every part of U.S. culture they experience, the
tribesmen provide their assessment of western values on each
family they stay with, and in turn, the American hosts learn
more about themselves than they ever thought possible. Additionally,
the ambassadors impart wisdom and knowledge on their hosts
by describing their simple life on Tanna, and telling tales
of the American soldier who brought peace to their island
during World War II. Hoping to reinforce their message of
peace to America's leaders, the ambassadors conclude their
journey with a trip to Washington, D.C., securing a meeting
with a well-known government official and offering their peace
tokens from Tanna.
The ambassadors return to Tanna where they find great contrast
in the life they left behind. Stepping foot on their home
soil, the tribesmen are eager to tell their families about
America and proud to have finally met the strange natives
that inhabit the United States.
Bizarre
World
Andrew
Zimmern has been tasting some of the world's most bizarre food
for three seasons on the Travel Channel. Now he is expanding
his unique traveling tacktics on Bizzare World.Bringing back
all the delectable ingredients viewers love from Bizarre Foods,
this new series explores the unusual rituals and strange customs
in each area, as Andrew steps out of his culinary comfort zone
and into a world more bizarre than even he ever thought possible.
The premiere episode of Bizarre World takes a look at Cuba,
a country whose mystery is matched by its natural beauty, vibrant
culture and succulent cuisine.
Andrew acts as a human guinea pig in the premiere episode as
he dives head first into this new evolution of global cultural
exploration. Some of his adventures include living among the
remote Ju/'hoansi tribe in the Kalahari, using brains and brawn
to compete in a German sport that merges chess and boxing, and
shaving his entire body in order for his skin to serve as a
canvas for pop art at a body painting festival in Austria.
In keeping with Andrew's philosophy that partaking in a destination's
traditional foods offers the perfect introduction to an otherwise
foreign culture, his travels for Bizarre World include
tasting an outstanding buffet of unique fare at every turn.
Whether he is sampling impala, wildebeest and crocodile in South
Africa, a tree rat in Cuba, or a plant called "stinking
toe" in Belize which smells just the way it sounds, no
adventure would be complete without a one-of-akind feast for
Andrew's taste buds.
Season one continues with Andrew's adventures in Belize, Germany,
the Kalahari, Wisconsin, South Africa, Florida, Sulawesi, and
Bali.
Exclusive Clip
Man
v. Food
Host
Adam Richman travels the country's varied culinary landscape
in search of the most traditional, most delicious, and sometimes,
the most off-the-wall meals and food challenges in the country.
He tastes each region's celebrated delis, steakhouses, pubs,
cafes and diners, Adam talks to the owners and patrons to
learn all about their can't miss signature dishes.
Adam follows his appetite across America on this mouthwatering
journey. However, Adam's foodie expeditions are not complete
until he has faced the most daring local eating challenge.
Adam attempts to overcome many unique eating contests such
as the Mac Daddy pancakes in Oahu, the San Francisco Creamery's
Kitchen Sink, or the Four Horsemen Burger in San Antonio.
Taking viewers along with him as he experiences the unique
buffet that makes up America's table, Adam tries everything
from hoagies, chicken-fried steak and Cajun seafood, to Southern
BBQ, brisket pizza and cinnamon rolls. No matter which direction
he heads, Adam always discovers the authentic local dishes
that exist in the nation's delicious culinary melting pot.
Ghost
Adventures Live
This
Halloween season, on October 30, 2009 from 8PM to 3AM ET the
Ghost Adventures crew, Zak Bagans, Nick Groff and Aaron Goodwin,
will voluntarily lock themselves in one of America's most haunted
locations, the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum, for a LIVE seven-hour,
paranormal investigation. During Ghost Adventures Live, the
crew will examine the reported hauntings and ghostly activity
at this paranormal landmark.
Built during the Civil War, the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum
in West Virginia is the second largest hand cut stone buildings
in the world. For decades, its massive walls housed the insane,
the neglected, and the unwanted. Violence was a common occurrence
and inmates were often subjected to brutal medical procedures.
In 1994, the asylum was shut down permanently and the edifice
has remained vacant ever since.
The Ghost Adventures crew will have unprecedented access to
the entire asylum, from the seclusion cells where the most violent
patients were shackled, to the medical center where primitive
'ice-pick' lobotomies were frequently performed. They will interview
locals and learn about the history of the surrounding area before
being padlocked inside the facility, unable to escape as they
record their experiences. To aid in their investigations, they
will be calling on help from experts in Electronic Voice Phenomenon
(EVP), and mediums, while using newly invented spirit-detection
systems.
This seven-hour live broadcast will be completely interactive.
Along with watching the drama unfold live on television, viewers
can go online to www.travelchannel.com/ghostadventures
to participate in the investigation directly. Viewers at home
will have complete access to the investigation as it occurs
via fixed webcams throughout the building and online chats with
the team during the lockdown.
They will also be able to send e-mails, text messages, IMs and
faxes to Zak, Nick, and Aaron, sharing what they see and offering
advice on what they should do next.
Streets
of America: The Search for America's Worst Driver
Travel
to America's most notorious driving cities where locals, nominated
by their friends and family, will compete in various challenges,
including obstacle courses and a destination challenge where
their city streets become the drivers' worst nightmare.
The person deemed to be the worst driver from each city will
watch as their car is destroyed, move on to the finale, and
drive for a chance at the infamous crown of 'America's Worst
Driver.' Good driving is a plus, as winners from each city will
receive prizes.
Worldwide
Tribe
Clebrated tattoo artists Chris Nuñez and Ami James
along with their protégé, Yoji Harada come
together to explore the international tattoo community and
gain a better understanding of the cultures which influence
this modern style of art. Bringing along their vast experience
and history of the tattoo culture, Chris, Ami, and Yoji
will travel the world and give viewers an in-depth look
at how tattoos have become more than just art, but a way
of life.
Bite
Me with Dr. Mike
Dr.
Mike Leahy is virologist and adventure seeker who welcomes
up-close-and-personal encounters with Earth's most dangerous
creatures -- often tiny ones -- that can create big headaches
for unsuspecting travelers. He will let them suck, bite, sting
or feed on his body, just to understand what they're all about.
Dr. Mike used to be a motorcycle mechanic, but after 10
years of grease and gears he decided to go back to school.
But not just any school -- Dr. Mike completed a Ph.D. in
Virology from Oxford University. Dr. Mike is really interested
in two things: traveling and bugs (the ones that creep around
or the ones inside the human body).
Join Dr. Mike on an unforgettable journey around the world
to learn more about creatures who love nothing more than
to take a bite out of your vacation.
Ghost
Adventures
Are
you ready for the lockdown? Zak Bagans, Nick Groff and Aaron
Goodwin are back as the Ghost Adventures crew and they are
ready to investigate the scariest, most notorious, haunted
places in the world.
At each spot the trio will interview eyewitnesses and historians
at, arming themselves with the stories of the ghosts they
will later provoke and confront during their dusk-to-dawn
lockdowns. (Note: They don't always come out unscathed!)
Then they'll review and analyze their findings with some
the most respected experts and specialists in the paranormal
field.
Samantha
Brown's Great Weekends
Samantha
guides viewers to the very best weekend getaways. From Sundance
to Montreal, or Philadelphia to Savannah, Great Weekends will
have Sam traveling to destinations all across the U.S. and
worldwide.
Samantha practically lives on the road so she knows all
about travel. In this series, she's taking you to all of
her favorite places and her go-to hotels, restaurants and
activities in each place. Viewers also get a look at secret,
off-the-beaten-path discoveries, the places that she's found
on her travels that she doesn't normally share. And, as
usual, Sam will be meeting up with fantastic people that
really make these places unique.
Think you need more than a weekend for a great escape?
Think again.
Cruises
We Love
This globe-spanning 12-episode anthology series
celebrating the joys of cruising. Each episode focuses on
a different segment of the multibillion-dollar travel industry
ranging from exclusive ships that explore remote Alaskan islands
to more mainstream cruise lines that visit some of the world's
most exciting cities and ports.
Guided by a dynamic roster of travel industry insiders,
this visually rich series is designed to captivate both
seasoned and novice viewers alike. From the glamour of trans-Atlantic
crossings to the affordable luxury of more traditional itineraries,
Cruises We Love! is an authentic reflection of the many
innovative options available to today's travelers.
Surf
Patrol
Follow Australian lifeguards as they patrol
some of the most beautiful and dangerous beaches in the world.
From the stunning Gold Coast of Australia to the world-famous
Bondi Beach, we join a team of dedicated lifesavers as they
perform dangerous rescues, patrol for sharks and help hapless
overseas visitors and locals alike handle the perils and pleasures
of the surf.
Travel Channel
Programs:
Anthony Bourdain
Are You Game
Bite Me with Dr Mike
Bizarre Foods
Bizarre World
Bridget
Cruises
Dhani Jones
Dream Riders
Extreme
Food Paradise
Forbes Luxe 11
Ghost Adventures
Man v Food
Mark and Olly
Most Haunted
Samantha Brown
Super Swank
Travel 21
Treasure Hunter Kirsten Gum
World Poker Tour
Vegas Revolution
Surf Patrol
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Imagine
playing in the snow, seeing the New York skyline, or eating
a Thanksgiving turkey, all for the first time. On Meet The
Natives USA five tribesmen from the South Pacific island of
Tanna will do just that when they embark on a 7,000 mile journey
to assimilate to western civilization. Hand-picked by their
supreme chief to undertake a special mission to America, the
ambassadors from Tanna leave their traditional way of life
behind to travel to the U.S. to learn more about American
culture. 
Andrew
Zimmern has been tasting some of the world's most bizarre food
for three seasons on the Travel Channel. Now he is expanding
his unique traveling tacktics on Bizzare World.Bringing back
all the delectable ingredients viewers love from Bizarre Foods,
this new series explores the unusual rituals and strange customs
in each area, as Andrew steps out of his culinary comfort zone
and into a world more bizarre than even he ever thought possible.
Host
Adam Richman travels the country's varied culinary landscape
in search of the most traditional, most delicious, and sometimes,
the most off-the-wall meals and food challenges in the country.
He tastes each region's celebrated delis, steakhouses, pubs,
cafes and diners, Adam talks to the owners and patrons to
learn all about their can't miss signature dishes. 
This
Halloween season, on October 30, 2009 from 8PM to 3AM ET the
Ghost Adventures crew, Zak Bagans, Nick Groff and Aaron Goodwin,
will voluntarily lock themselves in one of America's most haunted
locations, the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum, for a LIVE seven-hour,
paranormal investigation. During Ghost Adventures Live, the
crew will examine the reported hauntings and ghostly activity
at this paranormal landmark.
Dr.
Mike Leahy is virologist and adventure seeker who welcomes
up-close-and-personal encounters with Earth's most dangerous
creatures -- often tiny ones -- that can create big headaches
for unsuspecting travelers. He will let them suck, bite, sting
or feed on his body, just to understand what they're all about.
Are
you ready for the lockdown? Zak Bagans, Nick Groff and Aaron
Goodwin are back as the Ghost Adventures crew and they are
ready to investigate the scariest, most notorious, haunted
places in the world.
Samantha
guides viewers to the very best weekend getaways. From Sundance
to Montreal, or Philadelphia to Savannah, Great Weekends will
have Sam traveling to destinations all across the U.S. and
worldwide.
