Passport to Europe - DVD

Passport to Europe - France & Italy

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Total reviews: 11 Average rating: 4.5 of 5

A feel for Paris 4 out of 5 stars.
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If its your first time in Paris and want to get a good feel of whats to come this is a great video to get. It takes you to some popular tourist spots you will probably want to visit and it also gives you some helpful tips on the culture.

Crystal clear travel 5 out of 5 stars.
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We enjoy all of Sam's travels and this one on a flat screen tv with upconverable DVD player is real eye candy.

Fun but not too much substance there 4 out of 5 stars.
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My only complaint about this dvd is that it really doesn't have very much substance to it. It is just a fun travel dvd with only backgrounds on very few places. If you are looking for an in depth look at France and Italy then this probably isn't for you, but if you are looking for a travel dvd with an entertaining host that can show you some of the places these countries have to offer, then look no further.

Lots of cuteness,but very little real information or depth 2 out of 5 stars.
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This is a series that is big on cuteness, but there is very, very little in the way of actual video or discussion of the cities being visited. Must each scene end with a big smile and a joke? If you monitor the actual time spent on showing you around each city, you will be very surprised. If you are looking for a light, shallow, cute show in which the host is the center of interest instead of the incredible places she visits, then this is for you. Very disappointing! Even the Rick Steves shows are very superior to this series.

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Studio: Image Entertainment Release Date: 06/05/2007

Passport to Europe: Germany, Switzerland and Austria

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Total reviews: 10 Average rating: 4.0 of 5

Samantha does Germany! 5 out of 5 stars.
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If you find Samantha cute and charming, you will love seeing her show you Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. I do!

The MOST Beautiful Travel Destination in Europe! 4 out of 5 stars.
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I've traveled several times to Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. It was fun to watch the DVD and be able to say "I've been there!" and "Oh wow! Remember that?" My main criticism: some of the featured hotels were way more expensive than necessary. When I travel to Europe I like to stay in 'Gasthofs', smaller family-owned inns that offer quaint rooms, usually with private baths. Breakfast is always included and usually features soft or hard-boiled eggs, various breads and 'broetchen' (the crunchy rolls), a variety of cheeses and jams, and sometimes sliced meats.

Overall, a great dvd.

Renew my Passport to Europe! 4 out of 5 stars.
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Let me start off by saying that I definitely prefer Samantha Brown over Rick Steves... she's more charming and current which makes her travel videos more interesting. I think this DVD is great...there are 9 different 20 minute segments from which to choose (3 Germany, 3 Switzerland, 3 Austria), the cities are scenic and the activities are fun to watch. Her German pronunciation is a little off, but it's not atypical for an American. The only reason this DVD didn't receive the full 5 stars is because I'm a MS & HS German teacher and some of the scenes about Oktoberfest and Munich have a big emphasis on beer so unfortunately I have to skip over those in the school environment, otherwise for an adult/mature audience, it's a keeper (and for a great price!)

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9 episodes bavaria germany/ berlin germany/ munich germany innsbruck austria/ salzburg austria/ vienna austria interlaken switzerland/ st moritz/ zurich switzerland Studio: Image Entertainment Release Date: 08/07/2007 Run time: 198 minutes Rating: Nr

Passport to Europe: England, Ireland and Scotland

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Enthusiastic and adventurous, Samantha Brown is the perfect tour guide for the most exciting places in the world. Explore exotic locales up close and personal as you may never have seen them. Samantha interacts with the locals and discovers popular area landmarks many tourists miss. Plus, she discusses the culture and history of these intriguing areas and shares invaluable travel tips. FEATURING: English Countryside: It's the landscape of fairytales. Enjoy a medieval castle that welcomed King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, and visit the bucolic paradise that is the Cotswolds. Classic London: No tour of London is complete without a visit to Buckingham Palace for the "Changing of the Guard." Then it's on to Notting Hill, Harrods and Westminster Abbey. London Now: An eclectic mix of avant-garde and traditional, London is the ultimate cosmopolitan experience. This is an exciting tour of modern London's cuisine and attractions. Ireland Coast: Explore the gorgeous countryside of Cork and Kerry, and learn about the sometimes mysterious cuisine. But it's the warm and wonderful people you'll remember most. Dublin, Ireland: You'll experience both Dublin's rich Irish heritage and the city's modern charm. Samantha discovers an incredible hotel bargain and goes on a m emorable pub crawl. Edinburgh, Scotland: Visit a city steeped in history with many famous medieval landmarks. And experience one of today's hippest festivals along the city's historic streets.

Passport to Europe: Seven Fabulous Cities

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Total reviews: 6 Average rating: 5.0 of 5

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Enthusiastic and adventurous, Samantha Brown is the perfect tour guide for the most exciting places in the world. Explore exotic locales up close and personal as you may never have seen them. Samantha interacts with the locals and discovers popular landmarks many tourists miss. Plus, she discusses the culture and history of these intriguing areas and shares invaluable travel tips.

BRUSSELS, BELGIUM: Samantha visits the royal chocolate supplier, enjoys the city's legendary waffles and is surprised to find the city's equivalent of a hotdog cart - an escargot stand! That's the kind of adventure that's easy to stomach.

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC: Behind the Iron Curtain until 1990, Prague has emerged as a top tourist destination. The city's breathtaking architecture, art, music and unique style are unlike anything you'll see anywhere else in the world.

AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND: Known for its laid-back attitude, Amsterdam is the perfect place to just hang out and soak up the atmosphere and history. Samantha hops on a bike to explore the tree-lined canals and colorful neighborhoods and checks into a houseboat for a different kind of hotel experience.

BARCELONA, SPAIN: Samantha experiences Barcelona's renowned nightlife as well as the surreal architecture of Antoni Gaudi. Stroll the picturesque medieval lanes, and explore the sidewalk markets and festive street celebrations.

MADRID, SPAIN: Sample the sensual city of Madrid with a visit to the famed Prado Museum, a stay in a hotel with a flair for the dramatic and a meal of unexpected local favorites - paella and hot chocolate.

SEVILLE, SPAIN: Bypass the frantic pace of a typical European vacation with a visit to Seville where locals think the world is moving way too fast. Moorish castles, Gothic cathedrals, Spanish wines and tapas await those ready to enjoy life to the fullest.

LISBON, PORTUGAL: This longtime city of adventure continues to be one of Europe's most exciting places. Samantha visits a coffeehouse to experience "fado," a music inspired by such emotion that no other nation has duplicated it, and stays in a luxury hotel that was formerly a royal palace.

Passport to Europe with Samantha Brown - Episode 5: London Now

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With her bags packed and passport in hand, travel expert Samantha Brown takes off on an adventure to over 30 European destinations. Along the way Samantha offers up practical information and real travel tips - things you wish were covered in the travel guides! She'll give viewers a feel for the essence of these fascinating cities through her travel experiences, plus she'll share tips on where to stay, what to see, where to eat, shop, and play. This isn't just a great hotel - this is your Passport to Europe! Episode 5: Today, London is a cosmopolitan mix of the stubbornly traditional and the proudly avant-garde. This eclectic combination of cultures and flavors delivers a unique experience - a perfect combination of history and modern day comforts. In this episode of Passport to Europe, Samantha Brown reveals a very modern-day London. The millennium brought a new landmark to London's skyline - the London Eye. Samantha hops on for a ride and a birds-eye view of London. Ever feel intimidated at maneuvering a foreign city's subway system? Well Samantha buys a ticket and goes "underground" to see how easy and inexpensive it is to get around London. Forget Shepherd's pie and fish & chips - surprisingly, London's most popular cuisine is Indian. Samantha takes us to Tiffinbites, the latest rave in affordable Indian food - it's fast food with a fresh, home-made touch. And where else can you get up close to royalty and mingle with Hollywood's A-List? This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.

Passport to Europe with Samantha Brown - Episode 16: Simply Paris

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Total reviews: 2 Average rating: 2.5 of 5

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With her bags packed and passport in hand, travel expert Samantha Brown takes off on an adventure to over 30 European destinations. Along the way Samantha offers up practical information and real travel tips - things you wish were covered in the travel guides! She'll give viewers a feel for the essence of these fascinating cities through her travel experiences, plus she'll share tips on where to stay, what to see, where to eat, shop, and play. This isn't just a great hotel - this is your Passport to Europe! The Eiffel Tower, a stroll along the Seine, world-renowned art museums, sidewalk cafes - they are the images that come to mind when we think of Paris, one of the world's most romantic cities and one that attracts more than 25 million visitors each year. No other city in Europe evokes quite the same spirit...through centuries of war, devastation, revolution, and royalty, fascination with Paris remains eternal. In this episode of Passport to Europe, Samantha Brown steps out to experience everything that is Simply Paris! Now some of the "must sees" on her list may seem cliche, but all are a part of the Paris experience: a stroll along the Champs-Elysees, satisfying a sweet tooth with French pastry at Laduree, a twilight river cruise along the Seine, enjoying a Parisian breakfast at Cafe les deux Magots, a charming hotel with a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower, even being serenaded by a French accordion player - c'est manifique! This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.

Passport to Europe with Samantha Brown Season 1 Episode 9: Prague, Czech Republic

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With her bags packed and passport in hand, Travel Expert Samantha Brown takes off on an adventure to over 30 European destinations. Along the way Samantha offers up practical information and real travel tips - things you wish were covered in the travel guides!

She'll give viewers a feel for the essence of these fascinating cities through her travel experiences, plus she'll share tips on where to stay, what to see, where to eat, shop and play. This isn't just a great hotel this is your Passport to Europe!

Quick, what have you heard about Prague? Well, until recently probably, not much. That's because until 1990 Prague was a city closed to visitors but today it is one of the most popular European destinations. Travel expert Samantha Brown introduces us to Prague, a city which has recently opened her arms to those wishing to enjoy her unspoiled architecture, art, music, and unique style - one you'll find nowhere else in the world. Samantha shows us that Prague is a city of expression - where arts are a way of life. Where else can you find a city where almost every person owns their own musical instrument, and yet they also manage to consume more beer than any other country in the world? Samantha shows us the city streets where Mozart walked - he was so found of Prague he declared himself a citizen. She'll introduce us to a hotel that takes its inspiration from music - whether it's Mozart, Beethoven, Led Zeppelin or the Elvis suite - this is no heartbreak hotel! This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.

Passport to Europe with Samantha Brown - Episode 28: Amsterdam, The Netherlands/Holland

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With her bags packed and passport in hand, travel expert Samantha Brown takes off on an adventure to over 30 European destinations. Along the way Samantha offers up practical information and real travel tips - things you wish were covered in the travel guides! She'll give viewers a feel for the essence of these fascinating cities through her travel experiences, plus she'll share tips on where to stay, what to see, where to eat, shop, and play. This isn't just a great hotel - this is your Passport to Europe! Episode 28: Did you know that the city of Amsterdam has more bridges and canals than Venice? And that nearly 80% of the population of the Netherlands owns a bicycle? These are just a few things that Samantha Brown discovers in this episode of Passport to Europe when she visits Amsterdam, Netherlands. Samantha arrives just in time to see fields and fields of tulips at the Keukenhof Gardens. Flowers aren't the only thing of beauty in Amsterdam - the city has over 55 museums, and one of its most visited is dedicated to the famous one-eared Dutchman - Vincent Van Gogh. Samantha discovers that although he completed nearly 1,100 drawings and 900 paintings, Van Gogh sold only two during his lifetime! Bicycles are everywhere in Amsterdam - so Samantha hops on and cycles around town exploring its canals and colorful neighborhoods. This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.

Passport to Europe with Samantha Brown - Episode 1: Rome, Italy

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With her bags packed and passport in hand, travel expert Samantha Brown takes off on an adventure to over 30 European destinations. Along the way Samantha offers up practical information and real travel tips - things you wish were covered in the travel guides! She'll give viewers a feel for the essence of these fascinating cities through her travel experiences, plus she'll share tips on where to stay, what to see, where to eat, shop, and play. This isn't just a great hotel - this is your Passport to Europe! Episode 1: Before travel expert, Samantha Brown actually visited Rome, her impressions were the same as many Americans...from movies like "Roman Holiday" or "Three Coins in a Fountain." What Samantha will show you is that Rome is so much more. The people and their culture create a lively, passionate heartbeat for the Eternal City. Most travelers come for the ancient ruins, the mouthwatering cuisine, and the views. Samantha shares her tips on how to avoid the three-hour lines at some of the city's top attractions and tells you how to have a true Roman coffee experience. Plus, here's a surprise - Samantha's Roman experience reveals a super modern side to the Rome of today, including a wild nightlife. So for those thinking there's not much new to say about Rome...get ready to eat your words! This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.

Passport to Europe with Samantha Brown - Episode 10: Berlin, Germany

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With her bags packed and passport in hand, travel expert Samantha Brown takes off on an adventure to over 30 European destinations. Along the way Samantha offers up practical information and real travel tips - things you wish were covered in the travel guides! She'll give viewers a feel for the essence of these fascinating cities through her travel experiences, plus she'll share tips on where to stay, what to see, where to eat, shop, and play. This isn't just a great hotel - this is your Passport to Europe! Episode10: This city is nine times the size of Paris and 20 times the size of Manhattan - but it may not top your list as a European travel destination...until now. Travel expert Samantha Brown takes us to Berlin, Germany. Now you may not think it has the history of Rome or the splendor of Prague, but Samantha shows us that Berlin is a city whose importance is in the now - it's changing on a daily basis since its reunification. Samantha takes pleasure in dispelling a few of her misconceptions about this great European city. Did you know that Berlin has nearly 1,700 bridges, even more than Venice? As Samantha takes us to see the sights, we'll hop into a Velo taxi for an open-air ride around town, stop by the Brandenburg Gate to chat with the "king"...she'll even sample a local delicacy - currywurst! The people of Berlin love art, and Samantha shares their excitement for it by visiting one of their top museums - the Pergamon. This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.