Travel Channel, Queen Latifah Book New Vacation-Themed Mini-Series

Travel Channel has teamed with entertainer Queen Latifah’s Flavor Unit production company to create a mini-series that chronicles favorite travel destinations for celebrities.

The four-episode series, The Best Place To Be, debuts April 2 and follows several adventurous celebrities as they travel to various destinations around the world, according to Travel Channel. The series will feature Latifah as she travels the roads on Rio de Janeiro on a motorcycle; Anthony Anderson as he discovers the amazing architecture and nightlife of Barcelona; Jason Biggs and Jenny Mollen as they explore Hong Kong’s hidden hot spots; and Mary-Louise Parker as she goes on safari in Kenya. 

“This is a fun show that gives a true glimpse into how to really escape and explore,” says Flavor Unit’s Shakim Compere in a statement.  “Actors and performers are fortunate enough to travel around the globe for work and fun.  But there’s always places that stay with them --- these are the cities they keep going back to.” 

R. Thomas Umstead

R. Thomas Umstead serves as senior content producer, programming for Multichannel News, Broadcasting + Cable and Next TV. During his more than 30-year career as a print and online journalist, Umstead has written articles on a variety of subjects ranging from TV technology, marketing and sports production to content distribution and development. He has provided expert commentary on television issues and trends for such TV, print, radio and streaming outlets as Fox News, CNBC, the Today show, USA Today, The New York Times and National Public Radio. Umstead has also filmed, produced and edited more than 100 original video interviews, profiles and news reports featuring key cable television executives as well as entertainers and celebrity personalities.