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January 16, 2019
Are You Looking for New Places to Love?
We Said Go Travel interviewed Samantha Brownabout the new season of her show, Places to Love.
Please tell us about the new season of your PBS show, Places to Love. What were your favorite destinations from the season?
My show is about the destinations, the experiences but most of all the people who make us feel like we are a part of a place. I loved New Zealand which totally delivers in spectacular beauty and down to earth people who take it upon themselves to show you a great time. I also loved Lafayette, Louisiana which has its own distinct culture of French ancestry, music: zydeco and Cajun, great food and even better hospitality.
Samantha Brown in Lake Geneva for an Alporn LessonMany readers know you from your show on Travel Channel. How is this show different? What will we learn now?
With Travel Channel, the focus was on my experience. In Places to Love, my focus is on the people we meet when we travel as well as the effort those people make to create the experiences we as travelers get to have. When you connect with people you become less a consumer and more apart of the community.
Samantha Brown on Rhine River CruiseHow many days, weeks or months are you away creating your show? Are you traveling all the time?
We shoot 13 episodes in 6 months. It takes 4 days to shoot an episode plus three days of travel sometimes 4 or even 5 days depending on how far we’re going. But my show isn’t the only job I travel for. Last year I was on 40 flights, went thru 48 airports, checked in and out of 26 hotels and traveled 120,000 miles.
Samantha Brown in Palm SpringsHow or why did you pick the places for this season? When a location is on your season, it is a place you already love and have been many times? Or will we see places you have not visited previously?
Both! We pick location for many many reasons mainly: do we have the budget for 7 crew members and 22 cases of gear? There are a lot of logistics we have to take into consideration. My seasons always represent a mixture of places I’ve been to and am going to for the first time. There are destinations that range from bucket list big to small towns.
Samantha Brown in Hong KongLately there has been buzz and questions at travel events about solo women travelers. What advice do you have for women travelers?
DO IT!!!! Safety is the biggest issue. With a little research, you can find what places are safe and not. I’ve been all over Asia, Europe and Central and South America and have only benefited from being solo (when I’m not filming; I’m walking alone, dining alone, going back to my hotel alone). When you are alone, people open up to you more and you in turn. The one big rule I have is if someone initiates a conversation with me when I’m alone, I always have that in the back of my head and am cautious of the questions asked. 100% of the time it’s just been a pleasant conversation. But that’s why I like starting conversations myself!
Samantha Brown in Lake GenevaWhen and where can viewers watch Places to Love Season 2?
On their local PBS station. Each station has different air times. They can click on this link to see when their PBS station plays it. PBS.org will start streaming episodes end of January.
Samantha Brown playing with St. Bernard Puppies in Lake GenevaWhere can people find you and follow you?
I’m ALWAYS on Instagram -too much really. Find me here.
Samantha Brown speaking to JNTO at Dolby TheaterLisa Niver from We Said Go Travel heard Samantha Brown speak in 2018 at an event with Japanese National Tourism Organization event at Dolby Theater.
Samantha Brown speaking to JNTO at Dolby TheaterLisa Niver from We Said Go Travel heard Samantha Brown speak in 2016 at the LA Travel and Adventure Show. What did she tell us about how to meet people? “No maps and no apps. Put your phone away and experience everyday life. Wander around. Be on a mission to connect with the culture.”
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January 15, 2019
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January 14, 2019
Winter Wonderland Serbia
Photo taken with Iphone5. No filters, cropped.
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Should Tech Moguls Hit The Slopes? Lisa in American Airways!
Thank you to American Airways for publishing my story: “Tech Moguls hit the slopes.”Look for it on page 28 if you are flying American Airlines this month, see photos of it below and
Tweet from American Airlines:
It’s a great read and we’re happy to have your story!
— American Airlines (@AmericanAir) January 5, 2019
This is my second published article with American Airways Magazine.
I wrote about the therapy dog programs at many airports across the United States for my first magazine story.
Is your experience PAWSitive at the airport?
Tweet from AA:
We’re #pawsitively thrilled to share this great cause. We love all of our 2 legged and 4 legged passengers.
— American Airlines (@AmericanAir) March 8, 2018
To see all of my TV Segments, videos, social media and articles: Click here!
Where else have I been published?
Niver has written for AARP, American Airways, Delta Sky Magazine, Luxury Magazine, Ms. Magazine, National Geographic, POPSUGAR, Robb Report, Saturday Evening Post, Scuba Diver Life, Sierra Club, Ski Utah, Smithsonian, Trivago, United Airlines (Hemispheres), USA Today 10best and Wharton Magazine. She is writing a book, “Brave Rebel: 50 Adventures Before 50,” about her most recent travels and challenges.
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January 13, 2019
Footprints in Morocco
Nikon D3400, Nikor Af 18-55mm. Edited on a Sony Xperia A1 with Photoshop Express. No filter, contrast and saturation slightly increased.
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January 12, 2019
Surfing the Sun in Bali, Indonesia
I used my Fujifilm X-A3 Camera with a prime f2 35mm lens (50mm equivalent). As for editing, I used lightroom. I changed the colour calibration to favour a more aqua/teal look. I also added a matte effect using the tone curve, I added vintage highlights using the split tone (yellowish shadows, blue highlights). Then I tweaked the lighting, the saturation and luminance of my blues and oranges and I was done!
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January 11, 2019
Inspirational Poster in Ireland
I took this photo with my iPhone 8 Plus and edited it with the Apple Photo app (iOS 11.3.1 version) integrated edition tool to enhance the color’s saturation, contrast and cast, and the brightness contrast.
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January 10, 2019
Surfers in Byron Bay, Australia
This photo was shot on a Nikon d5200 with 35mm lens. The photo was not altered.
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Award Winning Giveaway for Critics Choice on KTLA
Watch Sam Rubin and Jessica Holmes on KTLA on January 13, 2018 from 2 to 4pm live or on livestream and you can WIN an award winning giveaway curated by We Said Go Travel.
What will you win?
2 nights at the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills
Dinner for Two at Jean Georges Beverly Hills
Hair and Make-up from GlamSquad
This package is worth over $2000!
WATCH KTLA Live or LIVE STREAM
I recently stayed at The Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills and I love the superior king room which is part of this award winning giveaway.
Enjoy the view from the balcony at Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills
Executive Chef Steve Benjamin told us about his award winning dishes at Jean Georges. Dinner for two is part of this winning package.Filming with Executive Chef Steve Benjamin in the kitchen!
Get all glammed up for your stay with GlamSquad.Thank you to GlamSquad for making me look like a star for my KTLA Segment!
LIVE UNFORGETTABLE
“Perfectly located in the heart of Beverly Hills, Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills exemplifies the very best of the California good life. From the moment you step inside, you’ll know you’ve arrived at the center of extraordinary.”
Sunset at the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills
GLAM SQUAD
Glamsquad is a must-have for award season. Whether you are on the red carpet or watching from home, Glamsquad’s beauty pro’s will get you ready. Winner will receive :“one month of glam” 2 blowouts + 2 makeup applications (Valued at $300)
What is GlamSquad? Glamsquad is a beauty services company that offers hair, makeup and nails in NYC, LA, Miami, DC, Boston and San Francisco/Bay Area. Glamsquad services are easily booked through the Glamsquad app or website. Their mission as a next generation beauty and lifestyle brand is to connect like-minded beauty enthusiasts through personalized in-home experiences. Glamsquad’s talented and trusted beauty professionals are hand-selected and rigorously vetted to guarantee consistent, high quality results. Using our intelligent, data-driven technology, we expertly match our professionals and clients to ensure an elevated and customized experience with every appointment.
Thank you to Kimberly, Jason and the entire KTLA team!
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