Seasons & episodes

While in Haiti, Cheryl and Laurens adopted twin sisters to add to their family of five. The decision to leave Haiti and move back to Ontario, Canada was tough for Cheryl and Laurens, so they've decided to buy a second home in the Dominican. A second home is also the perfect escape to those cold Canadian winters. Will Cheryl and Laurens find the perfect home to accommodate their growing family? Find out when House Hunters International goes to Caberete, Dominican Republic.

Rebecca has left the life she knows in New York to follow her career all the way to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. She can't wait to immerse herself in south Asian culture, and hopes to live in the heart of the action in the city center. But when she's confronted with the realities of local living on her limited budget, will this young designer struggle to part with her western ways? Find out when House Hunters International travels to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

Brent Pitman and his husband, Adam, have ambitious careers. Their recent promotions mean they'll both be leaving Australia's sunny shores behind. While Adam will be spending the next six months in the sweltering heat of Doha, Qatar, Brent is moving to the frigid nation of Finland. With Adam planning to join Brent in Helsinki, Finland after his project is complete, Brent must hunt for a home that will suit them both. Locating a place with the modern amenities, and the traditional style that Adam favors, in the downtown neighborhood Brent prefers, is a tall order. Watch what happens when House Hunters International makes the trek to Helsinki, Finland.

In Geneva, Switzerland, Abigail had a great career, friends and all the perks of living the Swiss life, but something was missing. When she visited Berlin, Germany for vacation, everything changed. The creative atmosphere of the city was inspiring and she knew it was the perfect place for her to start fresh. Now she will work as a freelance designer and open her own business in a live/work apartment. Real estate agent Allyce Kluver has three options that can fit her needs with a bit of ingenuity. But can Abigail create a space that will be perfect for both greeting clients and living her brand new life? Find out as House Hunters International visits Berlin, Germany.

An American woman returns to Peru where she lived sixteen years ago. Charmed by the city she knew as a young girl, and knowing Lima's reputation for fine cuisine, she creates a business model to present foreign tourists a taste of Peru's gastronomic delights. But her house hunt through Lima's diverse neighborhoods is difficult in this time of national prosperity and higher prices. Her budget and wish list are knocked about as she hunts for a property suitable for both her new business and her deepest wish, to settle and live in this place she loves. Her stunning dedication faces challenging decisions as House Hunters International opens the menu in Lima, Peru.

When Jake and Becky met at a wedding, they recognized in each other a love of travel and of immersion in other cultures. Soon after marrying, and settling down in Chicago, this globetrotting couple seized the opportunity to transfer to romantic Buenos Aires. Shifting to one income at first, they hope real estate agent Jaime will find them a charming apartment in a pricey furnished rental market. Will they find the newlywed love nest they've dreamt of in the Paris of South America? Watch when House Hunters International tangos to Buenos Aires, Argentina.

After losing their high paying tech-jobs, Annie and Blake spent a year with family before deciding to take a chance on a better life in the south of France. She wants to start a home business, he wants to write a book, and they both want more time together with their three kids. They decided that the answer to all of their dreams can be found in Marseille. They just need to keep to firm budget as they'll be living on savings until Annie can get her home business up and running. Watch as House Hunters international moves the family to Marseille, France.

Claire, a quirky painter from Scotland is looking to simplify her difficult life and grow as an artist. Seeking artistic inspiration, she finds solace in the eccentric medieval town of Guardia Sanframondi, Italy. But will her tiny budget and huge dreams of success be enough to make her dreams come true in this sparsely populated village? Find out as House Hunters International shakes up the remote village of Guardia Sanframondi, Italy.

Trendy Williamsburg couple Luke and Darla met in college where Luke recorded Darla's album for his senior thesis. They've been making beautiful music together for the past five years, but now Luke's company is sending him across the pond to open a new office, in London, England. Darla's worried that finding a new apartment, a new job and planning NY wedding will overwhelm her. They're looking for a hip neighborhood, but they're finding high prices. Can this couple balance space and location desires with budget realities? Find out when House Hunters International kicks off a new career in London, England.

Florida residents Giovanni and Steven are co-owners of a company and hope to open a new business branch down in Lima, Peru. But agreement on what city to move to is where the harmony ends because they are torn on which of the city's major districts they like best. As a native Peruvian Giovanni is not impressed with the chaotic areas around downtown and he would rather have a home-based office in one of Lima's leafier suburbs. As a newcomer, however, Steven is also here to live it up and wants their business located near all the hip restaurants and sun-soaked beaches. Although it is hard to blame Steven for wanting to live next to the ocean professional real estate agent Alexander Brown will try to broker a peace agreement for this location war.

Chris started a successful band in his early 20's and was a touring musician for almost 20 years. When he met Rachel in 2005, he was touring almost 300 days a year. In addition to being in a band, Chris also has a passion for poker. Since the birth of their son Henry in 2009, Chris has been playing online poker so he could tour less and be home more with his family. Being a successful online poker player and having worked in the music industry lead to a job offer from the largest online poker site in the world. The only issue is that their headquarters are based on the remote Isle of Man. The Jonat family wants a change in pace but will they be able to find their ace in the hole on a small island? Or will they have to fold? Find out as House Hunters International shuffles into beautiful Isle of Man.

After falling in love in her native Texas, Cassie is following her heart to live with her long distance boyfriend, Guillem, in Barcelona Spain. But the city's old world style presents a few challenges for this modern gal's Texas sized wants. Real estate agent Benny Mouckley tries to tick all the boxes on the wishlist while keeping in budget, but will Cassie have to compromise on her ideals or pay the price to have everything she wants? Find out when House Hunters International focuses in on Barcelona, Spain.

After the monotony of suburban life, Matt and Nicole knew that there was something more they could be doing with their lives. When they discovered that there was a need in Lima, Peru to help orphaned children, they decided to pack up their own three kids and head to South America and volunteer. Now they need to navigate a new country to find a home that not only fits five, but that also doesn't bust their budget. Can they live without the comforts of home and downsize their entire lives? Find out when House Hunters International visits Lima, Peru.

Jo met Dan at the pub across the street from her home in small town England where she was born and raised. Now Dan is transporting Jo across the world to resettle in his native New Zealand. The two agree on living an outdoor lifestyle, but indoors they are at odds. Dan wants her to feel at home, but won't sacrifice his ideal location just outside of town. This active couple will have to strike a balance when House Hunters International travels to Wellington, New Zealand.

Not ready to completely give up the lives they built in the U.S. over the last eighteen years, Californians Bee and Kien are buying a second home in Penang in order to raise their son Gareth with a connection to his Malaysian roots. Bee wants the newest generation of the family to grow up around all his cousins, aunts and uncles while at the same time be close to the family they miss as well. Being a food blogger about Asian cooking, Bee also notices this as an opportunity to be able to explore the recipes of her homeland straight from the food preparers and purveyors that make Penang the epicenter of Malaysian cuisine. They unfortunately are coming up against a real estate market that is as fast paced as the lifestyle of this rapidly expanding, diverse urban landscape. Even with their $400,000 budget, it still may not be enough to create the perfect blend of city center living at an affordable price. Find out when House Hunters International reunites with the Pearl of the Orient, Penang, Malaysia.

Crystal and Tony met while she was completing a master's degree in London. After two years, her student visa expired and she was forced to leave and head back to Seattle. They stayed together while living seven thousand miles apart, and now they're picking up where they left off two years ago...this time as a married couple. But they're finding they don't see eye to eye on the style of their first dream home. Tony is a DJ and prefers to live in London's trendy East End where he's lived before and feels part of the community, but Crystal is looking for a character property to contrast what she is used to back in Seattle and she's been charmed by the West London neighborhood of Earl's Court. It'll be a battle of East End boys and West End girls, when House Hunters International nips across the pond to London, England.

An expat family based in Singapore wants to move from their large,single-family house to a condo. They want their young children to enjoy the facilities a condo offers like a pool and playground. In a condo community, there will also be other children for them to play with. But just before their house hunt is to begin, the husband is called away on an eight month business trip. Suddenly the mother is on her own. In an unusual turnabout, her wish list conflicts with what her family of four actually needs. It turns out that gorgeous new condos available in Singapore all have tiny rooms. Older condos have more space but aren't well maintained. Mom's hunt demands some challenging decisions as House Hunters International downsizes in Singapore.

Unable to endure the long distance from his girlfriend any longer, Attorney Mark Kawakami is leaving behind his job in New York City to start a new life with her in the Netherlands. After trading in a cushy bachelor's life for a lower income as a junior researcher, finding an apartment with a small budget will be a challenge for real estate agent Erik Bessems. And with affordable rentals few and scattered, how much will they be able to compromise on their first apartment together? Watch as House Hunters International digs into Maastricht, Netherlands.

Daryn and Paige are ready for the next step. Although they are ready to settle down together, they disagree on some key home-ownership details. The South African harbor town of Durban has a great urban vibe. As a girl who likes living in cities, this is good news for Paige. Daryn, the dreamer, has a different setting in mind: he wants to buy a house in the country with as much land as they can afford. So with the assistance of real estate agent Nikki Relph, can Daryn convince Paige on the joys of bucolic homesteading? Find out when these two young hopefuls pursue the good life in Durban, South Africa.

With a dozen siblings between them, Joel and Amanda Mishork have always been family oriented. But a job transfer to Witney, England, means that this young couple will be starting their own family tree an ocean away. With just days until Joel's new job begins, he and Amanda are desperately seeking an affordable and centrally located home with enough space to accommodate their new baby and the hoard of guests they're expecting to visit. As Joel pushes for a historic English cottage and Amanda angles for a modern abode, time is running low. Watch what happens when House Hunters International crosses the pond to Witney, England.

With their home base in Key West, Fla. Lindsey and Tad have lived in their sailboat home for years. Looking for solid ground to build their future on, they chose the small diving resort town of Puerto Morelos, Mexico. With their dive shop ready to go, all they need is the perfect beach view home. With beachfront property in their budget scarce, will they have to sacrifice a sea view? Find out as House Hunters International dives into Puerto Morelos, Mexico.

Frank and Dan live in chilly Toronto and want to retire where the sun shines year round. They fell in love with Mexico while on vacation and want to invest in a property before prices increase. As a landscape architect, Dan wants a green-space where he can get his hands dirty, while husband Frank wants a pool to relax in. Frank enjoys colonial-style homes although Dan's looking for something more modern. Can this couple compromise on a home with the backyard for both of them? Can a property live up to their high standards? Find out when House Hunters International finds a spot in the sun in Merida, Mexico.

Mackenzie and Danny Wheatley love to travel, and they're passionate about sharing adventures with their two children. When Danny was offered a job in Brussels, he asked Mackenzie what she thought, and she said 'run back and say yes!' Brussels' location in Europe makes it a perfect home base for world travel for the whole family. The big problem was that it was a quick move, and they're living in a hotel until they can find a suitable home. Brussels' rental market is fast and furious, and Mackenzie isn't sure if she wants to live in the city or the country, but she does know that this will be a dream come true when they find a home.

Amsterdam-based-snowsport fanatics, Tv and marketing duo, Arno and Claire, dreamed of finding a way to convert their passion into a profession by heading to the Austrian Alps to set up their very own extreme sports and holiday movie production company. However, the area's status as one of the hottest ski holiday destinations in Europe, means that long term rentals are few and far between- and prices ride high. Will this couple's extensive wishlist Vs. limited budget, put an end to their fantasy of waking in a winter wonderland, or will they find a way to compromise to make their snowy dreams come true? Find out when House Hunters International glides into Solden, Austria.