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Samantha Brown's Places to Love

Victoria BC, Canada

Season 7 Episode 703 | 27m 45s

Samantha's visit to the jewel-like Canadian city of Victoria begins with an exploration of the Chinese immigrant experience and a visit to Loy Sing Meat Market, the oldest Chinese-owned business on the continent. A bike tour ends at Fisherman's Wharf, leading to a breathtaking whale-watching voyage. Then it's tea time at the iconic Fairmont Empress hotel accompanied by a gorgeous sunset.

Aired: 01/03/24 | Expires: 01/03/28
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
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