Travel Channel’s Edge on the Essential

Unique Destination Programme to Premiere in January 2009

December 23, 2008 - Press Dispensary - London – Travel Channel announces the premiere of Essential… a new series showcasing destinations with a different angle: to capture the essence of a destination guided by the people who live there.

Programme reporters, including Mike McClean (The Big Breakfast, Richard and Judy- Channel 4), Nichola Dixon (Children in Need, Inside Out- BBC), Sarah Cawood (National Lottery Draw- BBC, This Morning- ITV), and Danann Breathnach (Fame Academy- BBC, Select- MTV), visit some of the world’s most fascinating places, meeting locals and personalities who can comment on what makes their home so special and provide an insight into local cultures and lifestyles.

The aim of the series is to unearth the essence of a destination – its attractions, culture, history, politics, arts and the secret of its fascination. With the approach that the destinations are more than just a chance to unwind, the reporters passionately share the places and experiences that make travels matter, explain how to bypass the pitfalls, avoid the obvious and make sure that not one moment of a holiday is a wasted opportunity.

Destinations of the first series comprise Stockholm, Quebec, Utah, Munich, Las Vegas, Prague, Mauritius and the Nile in Egypt.

Travel Channel International Limited created and produced the Essential… series and holds exclusive rights across all platforms and territories.

The Essential… series comprises 8 x 30 minute episodes.

UK Premiere: Thursday 8th January at 9pm (GMT)
European Premiere: Thursday 8th January at 19.00 (CET)

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About Travel Channel
Launched in 1994, Travel Channel broadcasts in 15 languages to 117 countries across Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

Entertaining, informative and inspirational, Travel Channel presents a uniquely panoramic and objective perspective on the travel experience. Programmes transport viewers to every corner of the globe, on backpacking adventures, culinary quests, eco-friendly holidays and exclusive, luxury getaways. The channel’s core programming includes Globetrekker, Journey into Wine, Essential, Great Scenic Railway Journeys and Travel Today.

Travel Channel International Limited, an independent London-based company, also operates Travel Channel 2, Travel Channel Video on Demand, Travel Channel Productions and Thomson TV.

For further information on the series or episodes, or for images please contact:
Amanda Weavers, head of marketing, Travel Channel International
Tel: +44 (0)20 7034 2537
Email:
Site: www.travelchanneltv.com