Beyond the Usual

Season 1

"Beyond the Usual" takes you on a journey of extraordinary experiences. A travel show produced and hosted by two-time National Emmy Award winning journalist Dayvee Sutton, who seeks out the most unique adventures, people, destinations and bucket-list experiences, and takes you along for the ride.

Where to Watch Beyond the Usual • Season 1

40 Episodes

  • The Caribbean Is My Personal Aquarium
    E1
    The Caribbean Is My Personal AquariumDayvee has a fear of the ocean and what better place to tackle that by snorkeling for the first time in the Caribbean? Beyond the Usual takes you on a water adventure in the British Virgin Islands, where swimming to your destination is just one of the challenges.
  • Secret to the Best Views of the British Virgin Islands
    E2
    Secret to the Best Views of the British Virgin IslandsOn her trip to the British Virgin Islands, Dayvee's found a way to check out the best views of the islands. Better than a helicopter or single engine airplane, ziplining will give a true bird's eye view mixed with the thrill of adventure.
  • Anegada. The Place with Nothing to Do and All Day to Do It
    E3
    Anegada. The Place with Nothing to Do and All Day to Do ItWhile in the British Virgin Islands, Dayvee Sutton takes a chartered plane to Anegada. The flat with nothing really to-do island. In this episode, she explains why it's worth the trip.
  • How to Enjoy Hilton Head Under the Age of 60
    E4
    How to Enjoy Hilton Head Under the Age of 60Dayvee Sutton visits the 5000 acre Sea Pines Resort on Hilton Head Island, SC. Easy, breezy outdoor adventures await...if you look for them.
  • Alligators, Wine and Cheese, Please Through a South Carolina Swamp
    E5
    Alligators, Wine and Cheese, Please Through a South Carolina SwampWhen traveling, taking tours is a great way to explore. But Dayvee Sutton has found the most unusual hoity-toity excursion on Hilton Head Island, SC - a boat ride with wine, cheese and alligator hunting.
  • He Digs in the Ocean for a Sea to Plate Menu in Hilton Head
    E6
    He Digs in the Ocean for a Sea to Plate Menu in Hilton HeadThere's plenty of restaurants on docks, but on Hilton Head Island, SC, Dayvee Sutton visits one the oldest and most famous restaurants, Hudson's on the Docks. There the owner Andrew literally digs up the catch of the day for the evening menu, and teaches Dayvee how to do it, too.
  • Myths vs Facts About the Gullah Culture
    E7
    Myths vs Facts About the Gullah CultureDayvee Sutton talks with Gullah historian Emory Campbell about how they've been able to preserve their culture more than any other African Americans. To do this, Dayvee must experience the food, the dance and the language.
  • Slip-n-Slide the City and Wear a Mouthguard
    E8
    Slip-n-Slide the City and Wear a MouthguardDayvee Sutton takes us on a 800 foot slip-n-slide ride in the middle of downtown Decatur, GA, and this adventure proves to be more than just a water slide.
  • 48-hours in Oslo, Norway - Don't Fall on the Roof
    E9
    48-hours in Oslo, Norway - Don't Fall on the RoofDayvee visits Oslo, Norway for a quick trip, but immediately immerses in the culture. From the odd foods, to art museum, to the rooftop of the opera house, she quickly learns the days are short and the temperatures are very cold in the winter.
  • VIP at the Nobel Peace Concert
    E10
    VIP at the Nobel Peace ConcertIn part two of 48-hours in Oslo, Norway, Dayvee and friends experience the coldest day yet of the trip, while touring an outdoor cultural museum. Then they're off to VIP treatment at Nobel Peace Center.
  • Expats of Color Living in Norway
    E11
    Expats of Color Living in NorwayRacial tensions are high in the United States, and Dayvee meets some expatriates during her trip in Norway. In this interview series, these new Norwegian residents explain some sort of racism-free utopia. Is this the place where black Americans can finally be free?
  • Living MLK's Dream in Oslo
    E12
    Living MLK's Dream in OsloOslo, Norway a Utopia where Black Americans can live racism free? Dayvee explores the benefits of living in this Scandinavian country with a festive chat with some expatriates of color.
  • Why You Should Do Touristy Things to Do in L.A.
    E13
    Why You Should Do Touristy Things to Do in L.A.Over the Hollywood Hills and through the celebrity filled woods, Dayvee Sutton heads back to her home state to experience tourists stops that locals usually avoid. Along the way of this adventure she meets a ton of wax celebs, tries to hunt down the real stars on the TMZ bus tour, and journeys through forbidden territory to find a secret path to the Hollywood sign.
  • Have You've Seen Two Camels Kissing in the Garden of the Gods?
    E14
    Have You've Seen Two Camels Kissing in the Garden of the Gods?Dayvee explores the gorgeous red rock formations of The Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs and discovers it's a rock climber's paradise. But is it great for first dates?
  • Bat Hunting in the Cave of the Winds
    E15
    Bat Hunting in the Cave of the WindsCome with Dayvee inside of Cave of the Winds near Colorado Springs, Colorado. If you thought all caves were underground, then be ready to have your mind blown as Dayvee journeys through a cave nearly 7000 feet above sea level.
  • 9000 Feet in the Air - I Thought You Said This Hike Was Downhill?
    E16
    9000 Feet in the Air - I Thought You Said This Hike Was Downhill?After a luxurious glamping stay at The Broadmoor's Cloud Camp 9,200 feet atop Cheyenne Mountain, Austin Adventures hosted a nearly six mile hike with Dayvee and pals across the mountain ridge.
  • Zipline Through a Canyon to Seven Falls
    E17
    Zipline Through a Canyon to Seven FallsSeven Falls in Colorado Springs, are a series of seven waterfalls flowing through a 1400 foot canyon. But instead of hiking there, Dayvee and pals zip line through the neighboring canyon.
  • You're the First to Wine and Dine Me in Kentucky
    E18
    You're the First to Wine and Dine Me in KentuckyDayvee takes an unexpected trip to the US' first commercial winery. More than just the history of the place, she discovers that wine comes in flavors so good that you usually eat them.
  • Life Goals - Own a Horse Farm in Lexington
    E19
    Life Goals - Own a Horse Farm in LexingtonLexington is the horse capital of the world. So when in Lexington, Dayvee took a tour of a horse farm. There she discovers the reason why the mares are so feisty.
  • Go Wildcats Go- VIP Tour of the University of Kentucky's Basketball Locker Room
    E20
    Go Wildcats Go- VIP Tour of the University of Kentucky's Basketball Locker RoomWho gets access to a tour of the University of Kentucky's Men's Basketball locker room? A person who won two sports Emmy's does. Dayvee gets exclusive access to the UK sports facilities, and takes us along with her.
  • Pre-prohibition - Tour the Lexington Distillery District
    E21
    Pre-prohibition - Tour the Lexington Distillery DistrictLexington brews have a great history, but prohibition stunted the Distillery District for nearly 80 years. Now there's a revitalization, and Dayvee takes a tour of the Pepper campus' newest spots.
  • 4 Ways to Keep This Adventure Going
    E22
    4 Ways to Keep This Adventure GoingWhile in cozy cabin near Lassen Volcanic National Park, Dayvee sits in front of a cozy fire and breaks down the ways she has produced this show and how you can keep supporting the production of Beyond the Usual.
  • Play in the Southern Californian Ocean
    E23
    Play in the Southern Californian OceanDayvee visits her home state of California and has a water sports action packed week. First, jumping on some jet skis and stand up paddle boards.
  • The Best Experience of My Life on the Way to Santa Cruz Island
    E24
    The Best Experience of My Life on the Way to Santa Cruz IslandHave you ever seen a super pod of dolphins? Dayvee takes a boat ride off the coast of Santa Barbara to the Channel Islands for a water adventure on land and sea.
  • Epic Big Board - Breaking World Records with the Best Surfers in the World
    E25
    Epic Big Board - Breaking World Records with the Best Surfers in the WorldDayvee takes surf lessons in Surf City USA Huntington Beach, and then watches the Guinness World Record as the most surfers ride the biggest board in the world in the Epic Big Board ride, to celebrate 100 years of surfing.
  • Nature's Playground & the Catawba Valley Wine Trail
    E26
    Nature's Playground & the Catawba Valley Wine TrailDayvee explores Burke County, also known as Nature's Playground. Located at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this area is great for outdoor adventures.
  • Hike the Rim of the Linville Gorge
    E27
    Hike the Rim of the Linville GorgeDayvee hikes the rim of the Linville Gorge in Burke County North Carolina. It's called the "Grand Canyon of the East" and from its epic views, it makes sense.
  • Explore the Florida Keys - 4 Unique Water Tours
    E28
    Explore the Florida Keys - 4 Unique Water ToursFor the trolley tour, Dayvee explores the Florida Keys on the water. From the jet ski, to a glass bottom boat, to a sunset cruise, the only thing better would be to go deep sea fishing in the Everglades. Oh, she does that, too.
  • Solo in a Prison in the Most Remote U.S. National Park
    E29
    Solo in a Prison in the Most Remote U.S. National ParkDayvee takes a seaplane to the Dry Tortugas National Park where she explores Fort Jefferson, takes in the history there and then hops in the water for a quick swim.
  • Tour St. Croix with the Famous Chef Digby
    E30
    Tour St. Croix with the Famous Chef DigbyLocal legend Chef Digby Stridiron escorts Dayvee and friends around his neighborhood in St Croix, with stops at his favorite food and shopping places, with encounters of his famous friends.
  • The Ultimate Local Experience - In Home Food Fiesta
    E31
    The Ultimate Local Experience - In Home Food FiestaDayvee and friends are invited to the home of the Crucian Contessa where an epic meal is prepared by the host and Chef Digby Stridiron. It will be hard to beat this local immersion experience where Caribbean flavors abounded.
  • Kayak to a Private Beach in USVI
    E32
    Kayak to a Private Beach in USVIOn a morning off, Dayvee takes a kayaking adventure from Cinnamon Bay across the channel in the USVI. It was a tough ride, but worth it for the private beach experience where the Caribbean and the Atlantic oceans meet.
  • The Early Bird Gets a Private Beach in the Virgin Islands
    E33
    The Early Bird Gets a Private Beach in the Virgin IslandsIf you wake up early enough, you can have the beach to yourself. Dayvee and her friend Jamila discover this on the island of St John, USVI.
  • Celebrate July 4th with Carnival in USVI
    E34
    Celebrate July 4th with Carnival in USVIDayvee experiences the most unique fourth of July celebration ever - on the Island of St John where they celebrate their Emancipation and Independence day with a month long festival that ends with a carnival parade. Since they are a US territory, they also celebrate the American July 4th.
  • A Date with the Bryan Brothers at the BB&T Open
    E35
    A Date with the Bryan Brothers at the BB&T OpenDayvee Sutton got tickets to a pro tennis tournament in Atlanta, GA. But she had bigger ideas than just watching tennis - she wanted to get up close with a pair of the ATP's most popular players - The Bryan Brothers.
  • Bali, the Land of 1000 Temples
    E36
    Bali, the Land of 1000 TemplesYou'll overload your senses as Dayvee takes you to some of Bali's most famous temples. It's the ultimate experience of cultural immersion.
  • Dancing with the Natives in Indonesia
    E37
    Dancing with the Natives in IndonesiaCultural immersion in Indonesia continues as Dayvee visits the remote and off-the-beaten path villages of Bali and Labuan Bajo. She also takes a trip to the cultural park of Taman Nusa.
  • Taking Selfies with the World's Most Ruthless Beast, the Komodo Dragon
    E38
    Taking Selfies with the World's Most Ruthless Beast, the Komodo DragonA boat ride takes Dayvee to Komodo Island National Park. Home to the komodo dragon, one the world's most vicious animals. On the trek around the island, Dayvee gets a little too close for comfort.
  • Into the Mirror Stone Caves of Labuan Bajo, Indonesia
    E39
    Into the Mirror Stone Caves of Labuan Bajo, IndonesiaIn Flores, Labuan Bajo, Indonesia, Dayvee explores a real local market and then explores the Batum Carmin cave.
  • Shopping Spree, Because Everything's Made in Indonesia
    E40
    Shopping Spree, Because Everything's Made in IndonesiaExploring rice fields and shopping is part of what makes Indonesia a popular destination to westerners. Dayvee is on the hunt to find the non-tourist markets to shop for souvenirs.

 

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