Travel Channel Celebrates the Staycation
In light of sky rocketing gas prices, increasing airline costs, airport security measures, and a weakening exchange rate, many travelers are staying closer to home for that much need vacation. Instead of opting for pricier options, vacationers are looking to their own backyards and staying closer to the city limits for a ‘staycation.’ During the week of August 4-8, Travel Channel will present, STAYCATION WEEK, a week of programming dedicated to indulging in the unique destinations viewers all ready call home.
Staycations, trips taken closer to or at home, allow travelers to truly enjoy, relax, and indulge in the places that might otherwise be overlooked. Experiencing an at-home vacation is an excellent travel option free of the stress of airports, lines, and budget restraints.
STAYCATION WEEK on Travel Channel will be completely interactive. With online tips, and relevant VOD, viewers will have all they need to plan their own staycation. For more information on planning a staycation, including videos and one tank of gas trips, visit www.travelchannel.com/save.
Programs for Staycation Week:
Monday, August 4
ANTHONY BOURDAIN: NO RESERVATIONS
US Southwest
Premiering at 10PM
Tony sets off for a great American road trip, ready to explore the country's Southwest region.
Tuesday, August 5
BIZARRE FOODS WITH ANDREW ZIMMERN
New York
Encore at 9PM
Andrew heads to his hometown to recharge his battery and get a reminder of why he got involved in global food foraging in the first place.
Minnesota
Encore at 10PM
Andrew explores the state he calls home, Minnesota, tasting everything from deep-fried bar food to sophisticated cuisine. He discovers you don’t have to travel the globe to enjoy bizarre foods.
Wednesday, August 6
EXTREME TRUCK STOPS
Encore at 8PM
From the best grub to the only truck stop with parking spaces for horses, EXTREME TRUCK STOPS takes viewers to the biggest, best and wildest truck stops in the US.
EXTREME WATERPARKS
Premiering at 9PM
EXTREME WATERPARKS takes viewers on a water coaster that rockets uphill to a bowl ride that spins riders at a dizzying 35 feet per second.
ALL YOU CAN EAT PARADISE
Encore at 10PM
ALL YOU CAN EAT PARADISE is the show for epicureans with unending appetites, featuring the lavish chocolate bar at Boston’s Langham Hotel, the bountiful Brazilian barbeque at Gaucho’s Grill in Los Angeles, and Las Vegas’ famous Bellagio buffet
Thursday, August 7
HOT DOG PARADISE
Encore at 8PM
The hot dog is the ultimate leisure food - fast, fun, and served in a bun. HOT DOG PARADISE explores everywhere from Pink's of Hollywood to Nathan's famous in New York.
HAMBURGER PARADISE
Encore at 9PM
Explore the country for the best burgers in the land, from Louis in New Haven, CT, to the rise of burger chains and even to wild game burgers pushing the boundaries of a typical burger.
SAMANTHA BROWN: PASSPORT TO GREAT WEEKENDS
Washington, DC
Premiering at 10PM
Sam explores the colorful, fun side of DC by eating Ethiopian food, checking out a bohemian poetry event, shopping in Eastern Market and dining at a drag queen brunch.
Friday, August 8
SAMANTHA BROWN: PASSPORT TO GREAT WEEKENDS
Orlando
Encore at 8PM
Samantha explores the neighborhoods of Orlando. She meets the locals, discovers the downtown art-scene and a fantastic soul food eatery, as well as Winter Park, Orlando’s premiere shopping and dining district.
San Francisco
Encore at 9PM
Samantha travels to San Francisco where she visits some of her favorite dining locations and takes an interactive culinary tour. She discovers underground supper clubs and attends a competitive cookery classes.
