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I hope Santa gave you everything you wanted this year. I'm still detoxing from all the sweets. I really don't care to see another cookie or piece of candy for the rest of my life.

Have fun in Hawai'i. Are you going to Kaua'i? We spent two weeks there a couple of years ago and are dying to get back. Our good friends just won a trip to Hawai'i (we're so jealous). They're trying to decide between Maui and Kaua'i. We're partial to Kaua'i of course but I was just wondering what your preference is?

If you find yourself in Hanalei during your trip then try to get some Seafood Chowder from the Dolphin Restaurant (very tasty!).

Merry Christmas

It actually isn't J&R, It is a couple of blocks away though. It's on duane st. (capital audio). If you ever need anything come down. Well, you'd like El Conquistador, it has an awesome little private island. There's also the Jamaica Inn in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. Beautiful, small resort, and the food is awesome!!!

Well, the cat is out of the bag!! And let me just say that she was overwhelmed with the news that she gets to see the Lion King again. And then we told her that we couldn't get tickets in Chicago, so we just HAVE to goto NYC! It was great. A magical moment.

And the rest of Christmas was amazing as well. Our snow melted as I figured it would, but just having family together is the best. I'm enjoying one of the last pieces of prime rib now!

Where in Hawaii are you headed? I'm jealous!

This may be an inappropriate question and if it is just say so...you wouldn't be able to join Mom and I for tea or something while we are there? That'd sure top off the trip!

Have a great weekend! and wonderful and safe new year as well!!!!

Kel

I will have to look out for that info-mercial. isn't it strange when stylists and make-up artists "do" you? You just kind of have to trust they know what they are doing and yet your instincts are that something is very wrong.

after three years of doing Great Hotels I now have as many miniature toiletries that I will ever need. I only snag the best of the best-Molton Brown Hand Cream still makes my heart skip a complimentary beat. Yes, I eat all the food in front of me but will always share with my crew (same fork even-that's how close we are. A behind the scenes show would be very boring i would expect however we do have an out-take reel in the works. We don't really have downtime-a day off here and there mostly used for sleepin in and getting a leg up on the script and voice-over notes and yes the entire crew stays in the hotel. If they can't put us all up or think that we are all worth it than sayonara.

it is a great job and as you can imagine I have been asked that many times so for my most indepth answer go to the very first live forum under Samantha Responds it's in the "Talk to Me" somewhere in there you'll find it. Good luck in your pursuits. If you can get a job like mine all your hard work is worth it.

you put the "blatantly obvious staged Quality" in quotes-who are you quoting? I appreciate the label of weird. it's really the only way to be in life. Take care and thanks for sticking with the show

tough, tough decision! you really can't go wrong with either one. I loved AKL however you're a bit in the boon docks so if location and being apart of the action is important than Grand Floridian is the way to go.

WOW! a cat named after me. Now THAT'S flattering.

Dallas Texas doesn't get the Travel Channel? I was born there doesn't that count for anything? I don't know, I think that is reason enough to leave.

oh, there are definately new shows in the mix-thanks for catching that line in the Hershey episode

we stay at each hotel 2-4 days. The Taj-Mahal sounds nice but Vegas alone tests my patience-not a gambler ya see so I wouldn't be gung-ho to go to Atlantic City

my job is categorized as a Host. In NYC there are specific Host agents that send you out on Hosting jobs. Travel Channel wanted someone who could improv-(harder than it looks)- and be likable- (harder than it looks.) I fell into this job and didn't have an agent so anything is possible.

with all the Las Vegas programming on TC you still want to see more you are insatiable!

you are not being beggars on the contrary I'm glad you told me that you didn't get my picture. You see my personal assistent a.k.a samantha elizabeth brown has terrible secretarial skills so thank-you for bringing this problem to light. I assure you the issue will be solved shortly. It's nice hearing from you again, tell your sweetie I said hello!

My clothes are bought and provided for by my stylist Patty Nussbaum. Isn't that awesome? She does do a fabulous job. I'll pass on your compliments to her

you bet i did!

YOU are right. That is not me. However I understand your wife's confusion. When I was at Disney this past November even I had to pause before the tv for momment wondering if that was me. A few people in the parks stopped me asking if I was that girl which was very flattering because she has to be at least 10 years younger than me. I must say I don't have her energy anymore-age you know.

I think if they like a night-life then Maui. If they want a isolated feel then kauai'i. But any way you look at it-it's paradise.

I would be honored!

Have you ever tried to surf?

Hello Samantha. And again, thank you very much for reply. I think I speak for everyone here that we are greatful of you taking your time for reading and replying to our post. I see you spend hours and hours reading each one and responding. You are a wonderful person, not to mention very funny. Although it will be next to impossible, I wonder how great it'll be to meet you and hear all about great hotels you've been to and listen to the stories. You are wonderful, Samantha Brown, and hope you will keep doing what you doing, forever!! I'd like to thank you from bottom of my heart.

with Love,
Samsnewfan

Samantha,

Thanks for your reply.. I'll look for that post! Could I possibly get a picture from you? My email address is mamarti@uark.edu... thanks so much!

Michelle

Gee Sam,.. was it my breath?

Sam- Hi, I'm a 14 year old boy from Chicago, but now living in south FL. I just wanted to tell you the show is wonderful. I'm big on traveling (whenever we get a chance, we go somewhere) so watching your show is really helpful. The helpfulness of your show combined with your humor and the way you observe every detail in the room makes watching a pleasure (every weekday afternoon from 3 to 4). I have a couple questions though.
1. Out of all of the great hotels you've been to, which was your favorite?
2. Where do you find some of the smaller hotels you've stayed at (Hotel Biba, The Library, The Hotel, The Standard, Hotel Tiatro, The Inn at Little Washington, etc.).
3. Is there any chance that you will do some international hotels?
4. Whats your favorite disney hotel?
Once again, I just wanted to say you are my and absolute favorite TV show host. Keep up the good work and come visit us in South FL (I know you've been here already, but there are many more great hotels down here (the Boca Raton Resort and Club, Four seasons Palm Beach, Ritz Carlton Palm Beach, Brazilian Court Palm Breach, The soon to open Atlantic Hotel in Miami and many, many more. Keep it up!

in fact it was. I guess your response was because of my lack of one. Sorry you didn't ask me a question so I didn't answer back. Maybe I should have thanked you for your flattery-however I'm rather humble and those things embarrass me so I sort of just blush than move on. Thanks for your email a picture will arrive in a few months.

I take it from your log in name that you're not a big fan of living in Florida. Thanks alot for considering me your favorite host-there certainly is a great deal of competition.

I have many favorites as you can imagine. Auberge Du Soleil in Napa and The Wheatleigh in Lenox Mass are just some that top my list. They are both small hotels so I guess I really prefer that enviroment. My production company finds the hotels by scouring Travel magazines and word of mouth. My favorite Disney hotels are The Grand Floridian and Animal Kingdom Lodge. Thanks for being such a great fan keep watching!

I think I'm the one who should be honored...I don't have a reservation yet, but am hoping to have afternoon tea at the St. Regis...so we can at least say we've been there. Is it hard to get reservations?

Thasnk you so much for your help and input...and for your support during difficult times...I know you've been there with your mom and it means so very much to me.

talk to ya soon!

kel
keldvm@sbcglobal.net

Sam,
I wanted to tell you I love your show! I love how you put jokes in and make it fun. What is the best hotel you have ever been in? How much time do you have in between hotels? I really like your show and watch it every time its on!
-Kelly