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Great Hotels Season 1 - Episode 30: Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resorts - FL
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Take a lively armchair visit to some of the exceptional resort hotels throughout the United States. Along the way, host Samantha Brown experiences first-hand what makes these hotel destinations popular, appealing, unique, and memorable. Each episode presents an entertaining "story" of up to two different hotel destinations, complete with encounters and eccentricities that creatively show and tell what makes each hotel a great experience. Episode 30: Nestled on a lake within eyeshot of EPCOT at Walt Disney World, lie a couple of fantasy-themed resorts that transport you back to the turn-of-the-century summer homes of Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket - it's the Disney Yacht and Beach Club Resorts. Samantha travels to this relaxed seaside setting for a little sunshine and a lot of fun. And where does she head off to first? Outdoors, of course, to the POOL! This isn't an ordinary pool - it's supersized! Next a stop by Beaches and Cream for a one-of-a-kind Kitchen Sink sundae. Then a little more exercise with an old-fashioned cycle ride around the boardwalk. Still hungry? How about a primo meat-and-potato dinner at the Yachtsman's Steakhouse. Samantha ends the evening with a fireworks spectacular at Disney's EPCOT. Enough fun for the whole family! This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 2 - Episode 2: Puerto Rico
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The irreverent and irascible Anthony Bourdain is out of the kitchen, out of the hotel, past the tourists, and headed out for culinary adventure. He's on a globe-hopping journey, hitting the streets in search of authentic flavors and experiences. Willing to go anywhere and try anything, Anthony - featured exclusively on Travel Channel - is out to experience destinations from the streets and local point of view. With food as his passport, Anthony gains entry to cultures around the world: with No Reservations. Episode 2: Anthony and Andy, a native, dine on roasted pig in Caicay, attend a posh party at a hacienda, search for a Chuppacabra in the jungle, meet boxing champion Miguel Cotto, and travel to Ponce to take in the Festival of the Virgin Mary. This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 2 - Episode 12: Anthony Bourdain in Beirut
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The irreverent and irascible Anthony Bourdain is out of the kitchen, out of the hotel, past the tourists, and headed out for culinary adventure. He's on a globe-hopping journey, hitting the streets in search of authentic flavors and experiences. Willing to go anywhere and try anything, Anthony - featured exclusively on Travel Channel - is out to experience destinations from the streets and local point of view. With food as his passport, Anthony gains entry to cultures around the world: with No Reservations. Episode 12: In July 2006, Anthony and his crew traveled to Lebanon and discovered a beautiful country with proud, generous people and delicious food. However, within 24 hours of arrival, they were suddenly stuck in the middle of an intense and uncertain conflict. This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.
Great Hotels Season 1 - Episode 22: Disney's Grand Floridian - Orlando
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Take a lively armchair visit to some of the exceptional resort hotels throughout the United States. Along the way, host Samantha Brown experiences first-hand what makes these hotel destinations popular, appealing, unique, and memorable. Each episode presents an entertaining "story" of up to two different hotel destinations, complete with encounters and eccentricities that creatively show and tell what makes each hotel a great experience. Episode 22: Have you ever dreamed of time travel? Now you can experience the elegance and grace of a 19th-century Victorian summer beach house and you won't need a time capsule to take you there. Join Samantha Brown on the sandy beaches of Seven Seas Lagoon at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa in Florida. Here, every detail has been considered to bring your Victorian vacation to life, setting the mood for fun and relaxation. Sam takes a room with a view of Cinderella's Castle at Magic Kingdom ,and she'll also take a peek inside the Walt Disney Suite - complete with family photos, Walt's train collections, and, of course, a Mickey Mouse-shaped footrest. Samantha also spends the day kidding around at the Magic Kingdom. Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa is a favorite spot for weddings and honeymoons. From a truly unique dining experience at the Chef's Table at Victoria & Albert's to a ride in Cinderella's Glass Coach. Samantha discovers why this resort is considered one of the most romantic destinations. 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.
Anthony Bourdain No Reservations: Iceland - Special Edition
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In this DVD-style SPECIAL EDITION, host Anthony Bourdain and producer Chris Collins recount their tales of adventure in Iceland. Watch the episode with Bourdain and Collins as they provide scene-by-scene insight and commentary, and describe what really happened when the cameras weren't rolling. This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.
Great Hotels Season 2 - Episode 2: Disney's Wilderness Lodge
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Take a lively armchair visit to some of the exceptional resort hotels throughout the United States. Along the way, host Samantha Brown experiences first-hand what makes these hotel destinations popular, appealing, unique, and memorable. Each episode presents an entertaining "story" of up to two different hotel destinations, complete with encounters and eccentricities that creatively show and tell what makes each hotel a great experience. Episode 2: Towering pines, babbling brooks, geysers, totem poles, and stone fireplaces: doesn't sounds like Orlando, right? Well, of course not - but it really is Orlando and, specifically, Disney's Wilderness Lodge. This Disney theme hotel magically immerses you deep into the heart of the Western United States...so much so you may even think you're in Yellowstone National Park! Samantha goes on a quest to spot Fire Rock Geyser (Disney's version of Old Faithful) but never seems to catch it at the right time. Later, she can't keep away from Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in Frontier Land - after all what's a trip to Disney World without a stop at the Magic Kingdom. Samantha stops in at the The Hoop De Doo Musical Review for a spirited good time. She then ends the evening outdoors, back at the Lodge, under a starlit night around a campfire roasting marshmallows. This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.
Great Hotels Season 2 - Episode 28: The Luxor, Las Vegas
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Take a lively armchair visit to some of the exceptional resort hotels throughout the United States. Along the way, host Samantha Brown experiences first-hand what makes these hotel destinations popular, appealing, unique, and memorable. Each episode presents an entertaining "story" of up to two different hotel destinations, complete with encounters and eccentricities that creatively show and tell what makes each hotel a great experience. Episode 28: Few places can match the spectacle and excitement of Las Vegas. Samantha is staying at a hotel with a theme unlike any other this side of the Nile! It's the Luxor Las Vegas! Located on the famous Las Vegas Strip, this colossal resort resembles a pyramid with its own 10-story Sphinx guarding the entrance. Everything about this mega-hotel is dedicated to re-creating the finest of Egypt's great historical treasures. The Luxor is the second-largest hotel in the U.S., with over 4,000 guestrooms, so Samantha covers a lot of ground during her stay. Of course, the Luxor has the usual Vegas necessities, like a casino and restaurants of every kind. But Samantha finds that the riches of this pyramid hidden away in an authentic replica of the ancient tomb of King Tut! It's the only one of its kind outside of Egypt and it's right here in Las Vegas! 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 14: Barcelona, Spain
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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 14: Barcelona, Spain - its name conjures images of Old World traditions and its people are energized by their passion for enjoying life. Samantha Brown packs her bags for this Spanish coastal city, where art, architecture, and cava wine are staples of Catalan lifestyle. Nightlife is big in Barcelona, so Samantha's first stop is one of the city's most endearing establishments - El Xampanyet Bar. Here Samantha joins locals in taste-testing the house special - a glass of sparkling wine - and gets a lesson in the art of eating anchovies! Samantha discovers the out-of-the-ordinary architecture of Antoni Gaudi, whose celebrated creations would be right at home in an imaginative amusement park. This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.
Great Hotels Season 2 - Episode 29: The Venetian, Las Vegas
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Take a lively armchair visit to some of the exceptional resort hotels throughout the United States. Along the way, host Samantha Brown experiences first-hand what makes these hotel destinations popular, appealing, unique, and memorable. Each episode presents an entertaining "story" of up to two different hotel destinations, complete with encounters and eccentricities that creatively show and tell what makes each hotel a great experience. Episode 29: It may look like Venice, it may sound like Venice, but it's Las Vegas, baby. And if there is one hotel to see while you're here, it's The Venetian! Samantha Brown discovers that in a city filled with spectacles, The Venetian is one of the most spectacular. From the moment Samantha steps inside this romantically re-created world of Venice, she's surrounded by Italian fountains, gondola-filled lagoons, graceful arched bridges, flowing canals, and vibrant piazzas. Samantha can also sample some of the hottest culinary treats in the country, peek into the famous Madame Tussauds wax museum, shop in exclusive boutiques, and then step into another architectural icon, the Guggenheim Las Vegas. It's all located on the grounds of The Venetian. Viva Las Vegas! Viva la Venetian! This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.