The second half of last year saw more borders opening up for travel, with several countries dropping most of their COVID-19 requirements. So, if you’ve been gearing up for revenge travel, 2023 might be the year you can finally jet off to your dream destination.
But with all the options out there, which one should you head to first? Let these five travel shows from Viu fuel your wanderlust and help you decide which place to pick for your revenge travel. Stream them all on Viu Premium with PLDT Home!
Travel Stalker - Japan
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Would you let a complete stranger tag along on your holiday? That’s the premise of this variety show from Hong Kong, which follows the host as she approaches groups of Hong Kong tourists in a foreign country and asks to come with them on their travels. If you’ve always wanted to go to Japan, you can get a preview of what to expect and take note of the must-see spots in cities like Nara, Osaka, and Kyoto! Stream Travel Stalker - Japan on Viu Premium with PLDT Home!
Battle Trip
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In this variety show, two sets of guests compete with each other to showcase the best travel itinerary and get the most votes from the studio audience. With 177 episodes, you’ll be spoilt for choice of where to travel, from local tourist spots in South Korea to popular destinations like Dubai, Hawaii, and Thailand, and less traveled countries like Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan.
Watch out for the episodes featuring Sandara Park, where she tours her friends around the Philippines. Stream Battle Trip on Viu Premium with PLDT Home!
Spring Camp
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Fans of New Journey to the West will love this spin-off show, which brings the original gang—Kang Ho-dong, Lee Su-geun, Eun Ji-won, Kyuhyun, Ahn Jae-hyun, and P.O.—together on fun camping trips around South Korea. Apart from the scenic views, you’ll also be treated to slow-motion shots and zoom-ins of the different types of food that the group prepares. Whether they’re barbecuing a slab of pork or boiling ramen, the men eat with such gusto that you’ll find your stomach rumbling with each episode.
The beauty of Korean variety shows is that the comedy comes so naturally. Many have also said the conversations and interactions of the members have a healing effect on viewers. Watch Spring Camp on Viu Premium with PLDT Home!
Europe Outside Your Tent
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This show will satisfy your wanderlust if you’ve ever dreamed of backpacking around Europe. Actors Yoo Hae-jin, Jin Seon-kyu, Yoon Kyun-sang, and Park Ji-hwan go camping from Switzerland to Italy, visiting hidden sites not usually shown in the media. Instead of trains, they travel around in rental cars, sleep in campgrounds instead of hotels, and dine in local marts instead of restaurants. Stream Europe Outside Your Tent on Viu Premium with PLDT Home!
Jung Hae-in’s Walk-cumentary
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See New York City through the eyes of actor Jung Hae In, who is also the producer behind this documentary inspired by Backpack Travels. Watch him get awestruck traveling on foot around the Big Apple—his first time, by the way—and flanked by his besties and fellow actors Eun Jong-gun and Lim Hyun-soo. Make sure to take note of his itinerary so you can tell your friends you’ve been to the same places as him! Watch Jung Hae In’s Walk-cumentary on Viu Premium with PLDT Home!
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