** PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS: APRIL 23-MAY 6**

ANDREW ZIMMERN INDULGES IN MUSIC CITY’S BEST EATS ON ‘THE ZIMMERN LIST’

Don Wildman Investigates the Story That Almost Derailed Jack Dempsey’s Boxing Legacy on an All-New ‘Mysteries at the Museum’

NEW EPISODES

THE ZIMMERN LIST As one of one of the world’s most well-traveled food explorers, Travel Channel host Andrew Zimmern is an expert on all the best things to eat in a city. Now, in the new series “The Zimmern List,” he is sharing his personal recommendations on the food and places to eat that he most loves. In each of the half-hour episodes, Zimmern literally serves as the viewer’s guide to each town he visits. While immersed in the unique food culture, he reveals some of his favorite eating experiences. Throw out the guidebooks because Zimmern knows where to picnic with a sandwich from his favorite Italian deli in and where to find the best taco truck for casual late-night dining in Las Vegas. [Half-hour episodes]

“Nashville” - Premieres Tuesday, April 24 at 9 p.m. ET/PT Andrew Zimmern visits Nashville, Tennessee, to take a bite out of Southern staples in the city that music built. He digs in to one of the best Sunday suppers in town, then he grabs a bite of a fried chicken biscuit sandwich.

“” - Premieres Tuesday, May 1 at 9 p.m. ET/PT Andrew Zimmern travels to Seattle, a city with a spirit of invention when it comes to dining out. First, he visits the popular Pike Place Market. Then, he's off to the International District for a bite at Seattle's oldest sushi joint.

EXPEDITION UNKNOWN Adventurer and explorer Josh Gates returns in an all-new season of the top-rated series, “Expedition Unknown.” Gates’ insatiable curiosity and appetite for adventure leads him to destinations around the world, uncovering the truth behind more illustrious legends and fascinating lore. With access to the latest research and scientific technology, Gates tackles new expeditions, including the lost tombs of the Mayan Snake Kings; the search for a ship trapped in the dunes of Australia; a quest for the true identity of Nefertiti; the hunt for 12 buried treasure boxes hidden right here in America and more. [Hour-long episodes]

“Captain Kidd’s Treasure” – Premieres Wednesday, April 25 at 9 p.m. ET/PT EXTRA FINDS: In this enhanced episode of “Expedition Unknown,” Josh Gates retraces the footsteps of Captain Kidd in the hopes of finding his buried treasure. From the East Coast to the Caribbean, the search takes him to a real pirate shipwreck and to the island hideout of the notorious buccaneer.

“Africa’s Cursed Lake of Gold” – Premieres Wednesday, May 2 at 9 p.m. ET/PT EXTRA FINDS: In this enhanced episode of “Expedition Unknown,” Josh Gates journeys to the wilds of Namibia to embark on a treacherously deep dive into Lake Otjikoto for a long-lost World War I treasure.

LEGENDARY LOCATIONS Explorer, adventurer and host of the hit series “Expedition Unknown,” Josh Gates showcases the unexpected stories of unforgettable places around the world in Travel Channel’s new series “Legendary Locations.” The premiere season features Gates as he recounts the gripping history behind storied and popular places. From an ancient city carved into Jordan’s sandstone cliffs and a favorite summer getaway of notorious drug lord Pablo Escobar to an Irish landscape now known as Luke Skywalker’s lair, Gates investigates the ancient legends and surprising folklore that travelers and locals alike love to share. [Half-hour episodes]

“Crystal Skull Obsession”- Premieres Wednesday, April 25 at 10 p.m. ET/PT Josh Gates investigates the iconic mystery of the crystal skulls. He highlights sites in Belize, Spain and Scotland where the legends are born from obsession.

“Places of Power” - Premieres Wednesday, May 2 at 10 p.m. ET/PT Josh Gates showcases the legendary locations of three iconic monuments: New York’s Statue of Liberty, whose own journey could be the most fascinating story of all; the secrets behind Istanbul’s stunning Blue Mosque; and Hawaii’s Iolani Palace – America’s only royal residence.

MYSTERIES AT THE MUSEUM Host Don Wildman digs into the world’s greatest institutions to unearth extraordinary relics that reveal incredible secrets from the past. Through compelling interviews, rare archival footage and arresting recreations, “Mysteries at the Museum” illuminates the hidden treasures at the heart of history’s most incredible triumphs, sensational crimes and bizarre encounters. [Hour-long episodes]

“Jakarta Incident, Toe-to-Toe in Toledo, Assassinating FDR” - Premieres Thursday, April 26 at 9 p.m. ET/PT Don Wildman investigates a pilot forced to fly a jumbo jet with no engines, the scandal behind the biggest boxing upset in history and an assassination attempt on a president-elect.

“American Icons”- Premieres Thursday, April 26 at 10 p.m. ET/PT Don Wildman investigates the origin of a legendary statue, a national symbol designed by a high school student and the Liberty Bell's narrow escape from the British army.

“Lucky Lucca, Flathead Lake Monster and Bumbling to Berlin”- Premieres Thursday, May 3 at 9 p.m. ET/PT Don Wildman investigates an explosive tale of a four-legged hero, a fearsome creature found in a Montana lake and a pilot's attempt to push the boundaries of aviation.

“Close Encounters”- Premieres Thursday, May 3 at 10 p.m. ET/PT Don Wildman investigates a bizarre case of glistening orbs over a stadium, unusual patterns in crop fields and a NASA photograph that launched an alien conspiracy.

JOSH GATES’ DESTINATION TRUTH Explorer Josh Gates experiences hilarious and harrowing adventures in search of the truth behind the world's most unusual mysteries. Set in more than 50 breathtaking sites like Machu Picchu, Peru, and Petra, Jordan, “Josh Gates’ Destination Truth” is one of the most international shows on television. Whether it's sightings of a mysterious sea creature in the Mediterranean or puzzling lights in the skies over Kazakhstan, Gates meets eyewitnesses claiming encounters with the unknown in each episode. [Hour-long episodes]

“The Yeti” - Premieres Friday, April 27 at 9 p.m., ET/PT Josh Gates braves freezing temperatures in the mountains of Nepal in search of the Abominable Snowman. He goes to great lengths to uncover the truth about this legendary creature as he crawls into caves and hikes to extreme altitudes.

“American Mysteries and a Giant Worm in Mongolia”- Premieres Friday, May 4 at 9 p.m., ET/PT Josh Gates investigates reports of unexplained orbs of lights and unidentifiable sounds on Africa's Pemba Island. Then, he hunts for a deadly worm said to be wreaking havoc in the Gobi Desert of Mongolia.

FOOD PARADISE We're serving up hefty plates of the country's tastiest, most mouthwatering and decadent meals. Travelers love to eat their way across America and we’re giving them a guide, counting down all the must-eat spots across the country to have a one-of-a-kind dining experience. So bring your appetite and your stretchy pants as we dive into a healthy portion of “!” [Hour-long episodes]

“Date Night”- Premieres Sunday, April 29 at 7 p.m. ET/PT Love is in the air as the most smooch-friendly restaurants are revealed. Sparks fly across the country as couples canoodle over dishes like lobster scampi mashed potatoes, spring vegetable crepes and the ultimate surf and turf.

New Episode- Premieres Sunday, May 6 at 9 p.m. ET/PT Description TBD

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