The WORST episodes of House Hunters International
Every episode of House Hunters International ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of House Hunters International!
This spin-off of the wildly popular House Hunters goes around the globe. Home hunters and their realtors check out all sorts of architectural styles and work through the quirks of buying real estate in other countries.
#1 - Paris With A Texan Accent
Season 99 - Episode 10 - Aired 11/22/2016
After discovering she had familial ties to Paris, Texan Janet wanted to plant roots in her ancestral home. Michael supports Janet's dream, but he's nervous about buying a second home in pricy central Paris. Janet knows apartments are smaller, but she still wants space for her adult kids to visit with the charm of an older Parisian apartment. The move is Janet's big dream, but Michael isn't sure if he can stomach a financially unpredictable renovation.
#2 - Fear of Pests in Brisbane
Season 99 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/10/2016
Canadians Scott and Jennifer have decided to move to Brisbane, Australia, for Scott to attend medical school. While Scott is focused on school and living as close to campus as possible, Jennifer is hoping to live close to the city in an apartment above the ground floor where she won't have to worry about snakes, spiders and all things creepy-crawly invading her cozy home. She's also concerned about maintaining the couple's lifestyle on only her income. Can Scott convince his wife to embrace student-style living to save money, or will Jennifer stick closely to her list of requirements?
#3 - Living a Dream in France
Season 98 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/7/2016
Derek has always dreamed of living in France. After traveling to Paris with his wife Sonia and getting engaged in the 'City of Light,' now Sonia has gotten a promotion at work that will allow Derek the chance to finally live out his dream in Lyon, France. Sonia has her heart set on the hip and trendy 6th arrondissement, but Derek wants authentic French charm and is willing to live in whatever arrondissement can deliver the lifestyle he's been dreaming of. With only Sonia working, getting everything they're looking for might push Derek out of his budget comfort zone.
#4 - Second Time in Puerto Penasco, Mexico
Season 98 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/25/2016
Deb and Darcy are hardworking entrepreneurs looking to wind down their workload by shifting their family business to their kids. While they aren't ready to move permanently, step one of stepping down is buying a home in their version of paradise: Puerto Penasco, Mexico. They love the area so much that they previously bought a condo there on impulse, but a subsequent visit with the kids revealed that the space was too small to fit the family. With the pressure to sell their old place fast and very little room for mistakes, Deb and Darcy are looking to do things right the second time around to make their first international home a success.
#5 - Headed for the Gold Coast
Season 98 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/11/2016
Floridian Whitney met Damian when she was living in Australia, and after they married and had their first son, they moved to Miami to raise their family, including 2 more sons. Now they've decided it's time to expose the boys to their dad's culture and family, and they're moving to the Gold Coast of Australia. Without jobs lined up right away, Damian and Whitney need to keep expenses down, but they have their hearts set on a big yard and being close to the beach to get the most from their new family home.
#6 - Opinions In Okazaki
Season 98 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/2/2016
Julie loved her life in Kansas, so when her husband Ben received a call to return to Asia, she wasn't immediately sold. Ben wants to find a traditional Japanese home and totally immerse the family in the local culture. But with a new baby on the way, Julie is focused on comfort and familiarity, so she's looking for a Western-style home.
#7 - Traditional Versus Modern in the South of England
Season 98 - Episode 9 - Aired 11/15/2016
Doug and Rande Barrowman met by chance on an airplane twelve years ago. Since then they married and have lived happily in Las Vegas where both have thriving careers. Now Doug has a job opportunity in Somerset, a county in the south of England where he lived for many years. Rande imagines a quiet country cottage while Doug wants the more modern, open home design he grew to like in America. Three houses spanning the 1800s to the 1960s give this hunt a truly English feeling.
#8 - Tallying up Talamanca
Season 98 - Episode 12 - Aired 11/24/2016
Jody is burnt out from her high-pressure tech job in Seattle, so she decides to risk everything and head to Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Costa Rica, to open a bed and breakfast. She must find a place that is comfortable for her 2 dogs and keeps the funds rolling in while she establishes her new life as the hostess-with-the-mostess.
#9 - Veliko Vision in Bulgaria
Season 99 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/3/2016
When Rob took an archeological trip to Bulgaria, he unearthed his love of the country's heritage. He wants to spread the word about Veliko Tarnovo, so he's convinced his wife Julie to start a cultural center where they can house guests and teach them about this historic area of Eastern Europe. Rob's busy work schedule forces him to stay back in Massachusetts with their son, so it's up to Julie and business manager Emilian to find a property that can also serve as a part-time home. With Rob's plan to build the business slowly clashing with Julie's ready-right-now attitude, it won't be easy for Emilian to manage the demands of both his bosses.
#10 - Connecting to Roots in Calitri
Season 99 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/1/2016
After visiting the town where her ancestors grew up, Barbara and her husband John were overwhelmed with the sense of community and belonging in Calitri, Italy. They've decided to leave it all behind in Colorado and move there immediately, especially because the price of homes are very affordable. While John is hoping to live in a grotto-type home in Calitri's historic city center, Barbara would prefer to own a home in the country, which means lower prices but heavy renovation. Thankfully, they'll have the help of a local realtor who can show them the very best Calitri has to offer.
#11 - Trading the East Coast for the Costa Del Sol
Season 99 - Episode 9 - Aired 11/4/2016
On their first date, Brooklyn couple Cara and Jesse agreed that if they made it to marriage, they would move their family abroad. 15 years and two kids later, they're excited to have their kids experience the language and culture of Spain's Costa Del Sol. Cara wants a home near the beach with modern amenities and style, but Jesse wants the rustic charm of the Andalusian countryside.
#12 - Finding a Flat in Florence, Italy
Season 96 - Episode 9 - Aired 10/5/2016
Lawyer Phil is relocating his practice to Florence, Italy, after Venice proved to be too inconvenient and expensive. Since he specializes in art and intellectual property, this metropolitan art mecca is the perfect location for his work. Phil has upscale tastes but a tight budget, so his assistant Natasa is helping him find an affordable home with office space. Can he see the light and agree to compromise, so this move won't end up as a costly business mistake?
#13 - The Art of Island Living in Australia
Season 96 - Episode 13 - Aired 11/23/2016
Paleontologist Mike and artist Pip met in Australia while Pip was visiting from her native Scotland. In time they were married, and they've now decided to get their first house together. Pip prefers the artist-friendly haven of Phillip Island, but it's far away from Mike's work, and the seasonal nature of the island makes him concerned about practicalities. However, Pip is determined that it's island life or bust, and the two may have to duke it out if they want to find a perfect first home together.
#14 - Battlefield Perth
Season 96 - Episode 12 - Aired 10/3/2016
Alex, Jocelyn and their two children settled down in Calgary, Canada, to be close to Jocelyn's family. Yearning for the life he left behind in Perth, Australia, Alex got a job transfer there and is excited to go back. Jocelyn wants to live in the hustle and bustle of the city, but Alex is determined to stick to their budget and be close to his family's home. Can they compromise and find peace for the entire family in Perth?
#15 - Meeting in the Middle in Munich
Season 96 - Episode 11 - Aired 10/21/2016
Julie, Andy and their five-year-old daughter Genevieve moved to Munich, Germany, but don't know anyone there or speak the language. They sold everything they own to fulfill their fantasy of living in Europe, even though Andy's never left his hometown before. Well-traveled Julie definitely wants to live in the heart of the city, but can she and Andy agree on location?
#16 - What's Right in Brighton, England
Season 96 - Episode 10 - Aired 10/13/2016
Mark, Melani and their daughters are moving from Arizona to Brighton, England, after Mark got a job transfer there. Melani is excited about the change, but Mark worries about their kids adjusting to a new environment. The home search is proving to be another lesson in compromise for this family. Melani hopes to find a smaller home close to their girls' school, while Mark wants a larger house near the sea. Can they find a place that meets everyone's needs?
#17 - A Home Made in Hamilton
Season 96 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/18/2016
A job opportunity in New Zealand will give Texan Andrew the chance to spend more time with his wife Amber and their two daughters. To maximize their time together, he wants to live near the city of Hamilton and close to work, but Amber is focused on a family-friendly neighborhood with safe outdoor spaces. Amber and Andrew will have to come to a consensus on what's more important in a home as they hunt in Hamilton, New Zealand.
#18 - Impasse in Puerto Vallarta
Season 95 - Episode 13 - Aired 10/20/2016
Newlyweds Doug and Jola are ready to take the plunge with their first major marital purchase: a home in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Doug wants the hustle and bustle of city life and is ready to spend what it takes to get what he wants. As a painter, Jola finds inspiration in solitude and nature, so she wants to be outside of town -- and on budget, if possible.
#19 - Seeking a Second Bedroom in Melbourne
Season 99 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/30/2016
American Duwayno Robertson made a snap decision to accept a job offer in Melbourne, Australia, even though he has never been there and doesn't know about the city's unique neighborhoods. His house hunt centers on one primary wish: a second bedroom for family and friends who will come to visit. While showing Duwayno the famous Brighton beach boxes and the city's restaurants, bars and shops, his friend Kareem warns Duwayno that his budget will not be enough for a two-bedroom apartment in Melbourne. Will Duwayno have to sacrifice a welcoming guest room, or will he manage to find a place with room for his big family?
#20 - Cousin Conflict in Malaga
Season 99 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/28/2016
Cousins Kris and Julie consider themselves more friends than family, and they're even co-owners of a physical therapy business. Kris has decided to pursue her dream of a Spanish lifestyle now that her kids are older and she can run her business remotely from a home office. She's chosen to move to Malaga because of its endless supply of Spanish villas and beautiful beaches, but Julie wants her cousin to worry less about flair and more about functionality. Can these close cousins quit quarreling long enough for one of them to find a dream-worthy home in Malaga?
#21 - A California Couple Leaves Careers for Life in Umbria, Italy
Season 94 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/10/2016
An overseas trip to visit friends in Italy sparked Joseph and Paul's spontaneous decision to leave their careers and their newly renovated home in California and relocate to Umbria, Italy. But finding a house in the quaint Italian province isn't as easy as they hoped. One is looking to live in the heart of a city or village, while the other prefers the countryside. Neither is thrilled about another renovation, but that may be a reality they have to face no matter which home they choose!
#22 - We Dig Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Season 89 - Episode 4 - Aired 2/11/2016
Anthropologists Sarah and Aaron are tired of commuting back and forth to Europe for their jobs. They have decided to make Amsterdam their home base. To help Sarah settle into her new job and finish here PhD, Aaron will take a break from his career to stay at home with their two girls. Sarah is dreaming of a rooftop terrace, but with two young girls to look after, Aaron would prefer a ground floor apartment. They will have to choose between a long commute to work and a short commute to school, or vice versa.
#23 - Cruising in Helsinki, Finland
Season 97 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/27/2016
Cruise ship designer Justin is thrilled to accept a job in Helsinki, Finland, and he brings his sister Britney along from North Carolina to help him hunt for an apartment. Finding a place that is both within his budget and close to work is a challenge for Justin, but the challenge he didn't expect is his sister pressuring him to find an apartment with enough space for all the family to stay when they visit.
#24 - High Above the Cote d'Azur
Season 97 - Episode 11 - Aired 10/27/2016
Francophiles Todd and Jim want to purchase a vacation home in Villefranche-sur-Mer on the French Rivera. The area is known to be very chic, and the asking prices for properties overlooking the Mediterranean are as impressive as the views. Can Todd and Jim's budget afford them the view of their dreams?
#25 - Chilling in Iceland
Season 97 - Episode 12 - Aired 10/14/2016
Working on a movie in Iceland convinced Austin filmmaker Christina to leave the hot weather of Texas for the chilly climate in Reykjavik. Used to living in downtown Austin, Christina wants to embrace the city life and similar eclectic vibe in Reykjavik. Her brother Sean, however, thinks she should instead embrace the magical landscape of Iceland's rural countryside. Wherever she chooses to live, Christina wants two bedrooms and needs to stay within her budget so she can afford to establish herself in Reykjavik's filmmaking scene.