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 - Cultures Collide in Copenhagen, Denmark
Season 49 - Episode 7 - Aired 2/28/2013
The Stine family lived comfortably in North Carolina until Jeff moved his wife Kim and their three kids to Copenhagen, Denmark for a job opportunity. Although the couple looked forward to showing their children another part of the world, finding a new home was less desired. The average home in Copenhagen is considerably smaller than in the U.S., and a house with two-bathrooms is a rare find. Watch as the Stines find a Danish home with American comfort when House Hunters International downsizes in Copenhagen, Denmark.
#2 - A Stationing of a Lifetime in Naples
Season 50 - Episode 9 - Aired 2/20/2013
Life in the military can often mean lots of moving around. After starting their family in Gulf Port, Mississippi, James and Brooke knew they wanted to expand young Josiah's horizons. When the Navy offered James a position in Naples, they jumped at the opportunity. They're looking for a home that will give them the European life they want to show Josiah, but will also give them the comfort and security they feel back home. Moving to a city that dates back to the 2nd millennium BC can really add some challenges as James and Brooke will find out, when House Hunters International sets sail for Naples, Italy.
#3 - Coming Ashore in San Juan, Puerto Rico
Season 50 - Episode 3 - Aired 2/21/2013
Beth Morehart knew that when her newlywed husband Tyler enlisted in the Coast Guard, it would have an impact on their family. With Tyler gone for weeks at a time at sea, Beth has grown weary of their long stretches apart. Not only is she missing time with Tyler, but he is also away from their one-year-old daughter, Alaina. So when an opportunity came to get off the boat and into the office, Beth pushed him to seize the chance. The assignment is a win-win for Beth, because not only does she get to spend more time with her husband, but their whole family gets to do it basking in the sun of picturesque Puerto Rico. The problem however, is Tyler and Beth have never really shared the same space since saying, I do, so they're going to have to learn about their new surroundings while figuring each other out. Fortunately, they have help finding a house at their $1,800 a month budget from real estate agent Raquel Esquenazi. The thing Raquel may not be able to assist with is helping Beth and Tyler adjust to life under the same roof. Watch as the Moreharts try to learn about themselves and the rich ports of San Juan when House Hunters International travels to Puerto Rico.
#4 - You're as Cold as Iceland
Season 49 - Episode 8 - Aired 2/22/2013
Darren Atkins and his wife Jessica are leaving behind snowboarding and Frisbee golf in Denver Colorado to move to Reykjavik Iceland. Darren was recently accepted into a graduate program in sustainable energy, and despite her trepidations about living in a foreign country and not having any plans of her own, Jessica is joining her husband on his year and a half journey abroad. Neither can get work permits, so they'll have to stick to a strict budget in order to conserve their savings, which will seriously limit their options in terms of where they can live. Darren is hoping for an apartment close to his school, but Jessica is uncomfortable living in densely populated areas and prefers apartments further from downtown Reykjavik. Darren will need to opt for an apartment within walking distance from his school as well as make Jessica happy by agreeing to an apartment further away from the action of the city. Find out when House Hunters International visits Reykjavik, Iceland!
#5 - The Red Hot Chile Painter
Season 50 - Episode 4 - Aired 2/25/2013
With tough economic times in California hindering her artistic creativity, Artist Jen Tenance is moving to Santiago, Chile to find fresh inspiration and begin a new start. But facing a tight market with limited means, fulfilling Jen's creative reveries will mean a compromise in her desired style, budget or location, as House Hunters International focuses in on Santiago, Chile.
#6 - Test of Love in Tel Aviv, Israel
Season 49 - Episode 9 - Aired 2/26/2013
Tom and Sarah met on a Jewish dating site and after two years together in San Francisco have decided to move to Tel Aviv where Tom will join his family's business. While Tom will be right back at home, Sarah will be thousands of miles from her family, friends, and native language. They're looking to rent a two bedroom apartment by the sea while they decide if this move is right for them, but in a city with a high demand for flats, their low budget may be a problem. House Hunters International puts love to the test in Tel Aviv, Israel.
#7 - A Homecoming in Granada, Nicaragua
Season 50 - Episode 7 - Aired 3/7/2013
After years of layovers in Nicaragua, Wisconsin pilot Scott always dreamt of living there and after meeting Lucia, he knew Granada was home. They started their new life in Wisconsin, but Lucia missed her family. Scott decided it was finally time to make the permanent move, but they quickly realize their $350,000 budget doesn't leave room to satisfy both of their expectations. He wants the gorgeous Granada he fell in love with but she just wants space to be with her family. Watch House Hunters International as Scott and Lucia find the perfect house for her homecoming in Granada, Nicaragua.
#8 - The Job of a Lifetime, With No Time to Spare
Season 49 - Episode 12 - Aired 3/1/2013
Melanie is an up-and-coming mechanical engineer with big dreams and the ambition to match. When a high tech lab in Wurzburg, Germany offers her the job of a lifetime, she hops a plane and doesn't look back. Before long, she realizes that she might be in over her head: she doesn't speak German, her realtor doesn't quite get her, and she starts work in two weeks. With best friend Mary in tow, Melanie will need to manage a stressful house hunt, learn the ropes in a brand new town, and ink a deal with a landlord, all before her first day of work.
#9 - A Long Distance Relationship Getting Up Close and Personal in Manchester
Season 49 - Episode 11 - Aired 3/5/2013
Kelsey's leaving Boulder, Colorado for Manchester, England to get her PhD in atmospheric science. Waiting there is her boyfriend Richard, whom she hasn't seen in over half of their two years as a couple. Ending their long-distance relationship and getting up close and personal means a lot of differing opinions. Kelsey does not trust Richard to find an apartment on his own, while Richard must use his wit and sense of humor to deal with Kelsey's picky nature. Can their relationship survive the stresses of finding a home together for the first time? It's a leap of faith that scares them both as they search for a home in Manchester's hip and colorful neighborhoods.
#10 - Hunting for an Historical Hungarian Home
Season 51 - Episode 1 - Aired 3/6/2013
After being engaged in Turkey and married in Tanzania, travel loving Chicago couple Bill and Jamie are up for a new adventure. So when Jamie is awarded a Fullbright scholarship to teach and work in Budapest, Bill quickly finds a teaching job of his own, and they pack their bags. Once in Budapest they face an unexpected challenge. It's turning out to be harder than that thought to find a traditional Hungarian home without sacrificing comfort or blowing their budget. Will Jamie convince Bill to settle for a low cost but run-down apartment that will leave them with extra money to do the traveling they love? Can Bill convince Jamie that price is no object if they can live in an Historical abode on the banks of the Danube river? Find out when House Hunters International satisfies your hunger for Budapest, Hungary.
#11 - A Dream Come True in St. Kitts, West Indies
Season 49 - Episode 2 - Aired 2/19/2013
Amber always dreamed of becoming a veterinarian, and when she was accepted into school in St. Kitts, husband Chris joins her to help make her dreams come true. They long to enjoy life on this idyllic island together, but with their home search already hindered by limited means and tight spring break timeframe, it's also divided by shifting priorities; she's determined to stay on budget while he's focused on everyday comforts as House Hunters International takes the leap into St. Kitts.
#12 - Leaving Pennsylvania for Cartaya, Spain
Season 50 - Episode 11 - Aired 3/11/2013
Young American newlyweds Stephanie and Ryan Palmer moved in with her parents after their wedding, in anticipation of their big move to Spain. With an opportunity for Ryan to teach English, he is living his dream. Despite her lack of knowledge of the Spanish language, Stephanie is taking the bold move with him. Watch as the Palmers try to find their perfect first home together as husband and wife, as House Hunters International goes to Cartaya, Spain.
#13 - Managing Paradise in St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands
Season 51 - Episode 9 - Aired 3/13/2013
John and Denise Obbagy have made frequent trips together to the U.S. Virgin Islands, and for them, there is no place better than St. John. Staying in St. John as often as they have, they've gotten to know the ins and outs of what it takes to make a vacation villa a success, so they decided to take a chance and try running one themselves. John sees this as a great opportunity to leave his construction business behind and live a simple life with Denise managing a move in ready investment property. Even with a one point three million dollar budget, finding a villa that satisfies Denise in tourist friendly and pricey Cruz Bay may not jibe with the stress free plan that John had in mind. Watch as Denise and John see the business side of being in paradise when House Hunters International sails to St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
#14 - Flash in the Panama
Season 51 - Episode 12 - Aired 3/18/2013
Roberto and Marla Diaz had been living a laid back life in Orange County California with their daughter Lily and Roberto's son Garrett, but a gradual decline in their children's book business led to Roberto seeking employment elsewhere. A new opportunity in Roberto's home country of Panama has led this family of surfing enthusiasts to head south towards the Panama Canal, but leaving California won't be as simple as packing their bags, as Roberto's son Garrett will be remaining in Orange County with his mother for school. Moving on to the next phase of their lives won't be easy without Garrett, and a conflicting set of priorities between Roberto and Marla will make this house hunt a challenge. Roberto wants to live near work to maximize his time with family, but Marla isn't leaving her life in California for a sterile high-rise apartment. She wants ample outdoor space in which to garden, practice yoga and play with her daughter. Watch House Hunters International to see if Roberto will get his wish of living close to the city, or if Marla's love of the outdoors prevails in Panama.
#15 - Anticipating a New Home in Antigua
Season 51 - Episode 7 - Aired 3/21/2013
After being separated by thousands of miles, Tiffany decided to move her family from California to be with her husband in Antigua while he follows his dream of attending Medical School. Their current home in Antigua is in a retirement community that's too far from the school and it also lacks the essential amenities that the family needs. With student loans mounting, they will have to stretch their dollar to find a more suitable home that the whole family can enjoy on House Hunters International.
#16 - Coming of Age in Paris, France
Season 50 - Episode 1 - Aired 3/15/2013
After years of having an affair with France, twenty-two year old Melania Malavazos leaves small town New York behind for good to pursue grad school and a new life in Paris. Unlike any friends her age, Melania has chosen to buy instead of rent, but not any old apartment will do. For this trendsetter, a place in the spotlight among the stylish and the chic is a must, but with prices rapidly rising in the hippest districts, Melania will either make a smart decision with her nest egg or will go down the drain for a passing trend. Watch as House Hunters International comes of age in Paris, France.
#17 - Parents and Kids Cohabitate in Cabarete, Dominican Republic
Season 50 - Episode 8 - Aired 3/14/2013
Rod and Michelle fell in love with the people of the Dominican Republic when they hosted minor league baseball players from the island in their Montana home. Their fondness for the country grew deeper after visiting the isle and experiencing its culture first hand. Now the couple wants to purchase a vacation home in the north-east town of Cabarete but can only fulfill their dream by splitting the cost with Michelle's parents Pat and Angie. The foursome must find a home that meets everyone's needs, and has enough privacy for two couples to coexist. Watch as Rod and Michelle find a true vacation getaway when House Hunters International gets caliente in Cabarete, Dominican Republic.
#18 - Chasing London Cool for a Growing Family
Season 51 - Episode 6 - Aired 6/3/2013
With a toddler and a new baby on the way, Johanna and Chris need to double their living space as they move from Paris to London for Chris's job in finance. The cool couple wants to find a family-friendly home that's also hip and close to the pubs and clubs. Their real estate agent navigates London's distinct neighborhoods, looking for a perfect balance between green space for the kids and nightlife for their parents. Can a happening family of four put down roots in trendy Shoreditch, or would the more sedate area of Islington be the better match for their new lifestyle? Find out as House Hunters International goes cool-hunting in London's most sought-after neighborhoods.
#19 - Socially Conscious in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua
Season 51 - Episode 5 - Aired 3/20/2013
Jonathon and Quinn leave everything behind in San Francisco to pursue their dream of opening a socially conscious business in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua. But its Quinn's first time in Central America, and although her heart is in the right place, her head can't handle the thought of sacrificing the comforts of home. At odds with Jonathon who is trying to save most of their money for the business, will Quinn be able to splurge for some luxuries? Or will Jonathan wind up championing for just the bare necessities? Find out when House Hunters International lands in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua.
#20 - Returning to Thai Roots
Season 51 - Episode 10 - Aired 3/21/2013
When John Mocny's company offered him a position in Thailand, he leapt at the chance to bring his wife and family back to her home country. But wife Sopa is discovering that much has changed in Thailand while she's been gone for 30 years. She wants a traditional Thai home, while John's hoping for modern comforts. Find out if these fish out of water can find common ground, when House Hunters International returns to Pattaya, Thailand.
#21 - Brave New World in Brussels, Belgium
Season 49 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/5/2013
Brandon and Heather Bizzell loved their life in suburban Atlanta with their two young sons Avery and Bryson. But Heather's company approached her with the option to relocate to their headquarters in Brussels, Belgium and after much deliberation, they decide to leave behind familiarity to tackle a colder climate, a foreign language and a complete change in lifestyle. For Brandon, who is giving up his career to make this move, it is imperative to have a big yard where he and his sons can play. However Heather wants to be close to the city in order to reduce her daily commute. It's a tough challenge to find the green space that Brandon demands close to the city. Watch the Bizzells' compromise as House Hunters International braves Belgium, Brussels.
#22 - No Worries in Mission Beach, Australia
Season 46 - Episode 10 - Aired 12/18/2012
Emma's fashionista and party girl persona was fine as an escape from her nine to five office job, but now that she's grown tired of it, she is ready to drastically simplify things. It took only a quick search for Emma to decide on the polar opposite of Leeds in Mission Beach, Australia. The lure of living beachfront immediately drew her in, but making this move without much planning or even a job waiting for her there is definitely a risky venture. Fortunately for Emma, she has found Jasmine Baker, a local chef, as a roommate to help ease the transition. The one thing Jasmine may have a difficult time with is how they will be able to afford a spacious apartment that equally fits her wishes for a big kitchen with Emma's unwavering desire for living seaside. Will they be able to find a place that will please them both at their $1,500 a month budget or is their new friendship already starting out in rough waters? Find out when House Hunters International takes in the unblemished beauty of Mission Beach, Australia.
#23 - There's No Place Like Rome, Italy
Season 47 - Episode 1 - Aired 12/20/2012
As the preservation planner for Roanoke, Virginia, Erica Taylor fulfilled her passion for history, but she couldn't shake the memory of a brief Roman holiday. She's giving it all up to realize her long held dream of studying art history in the city she adores. Rome's tight property market, means finding her idea of la dolce vita comes with limitations that could threaten her home-search. Will she find a home that has it all or will her dreams be compromised in Italy's eternal city? Find out when House Hunters International discovers there's no place like Rome, Italy.
Watch Now:Apple TV#24 - Thai One On in Bangkok, Thailand
Season 47 - Episode 13 - Aired 12/21/2012
Breaking out of her small Texas town to travel the world was Alison's dream. But after 5 years of discovering the world, she is now heading into a deeper mission, to find herself a new settled life in Bangkok. In a buoyant rental market, finding an apartment should be easy, but Alison's uncompromising fighting style proves to be the biggest challenge in her homesearch. She's determined to find an apartment that has it all or go down swinging. House Hunters International rolls with the punches in Bangkok, Thailand.
Watch Now:Apple TV#25 - Starting a New in Nassau, Bahamas
Season 49 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/1/2013
Celine and Kyle are looking to shed the hustle of New York for the tranquility of the Bahamas. After five years of focusing on their careers, the couple is ready to slow down their fast paced lifestyle to start a family on this island of paradise. They must focus on what they will be giving up with the convenience of New York City living compared to what they will gain with the cost of island living. Find out as House Hunters International starts a new life in Nassau, Bahamas.