Travel Guides
"Same amazing places, very different opinions."
The Australian version of the series in which groups of ordinary Australians take on the role of travel critics when they all go on the same holiday, which could visit an international or domestic destination, and experience the accommodation, cuisine and local sights that it has to offer. At the end of the holiday, each group gives a star rating out of five for the destination.
Type: tv
Season: 1
Episode: 1
Duration: 45m
Release: 2017
Rating: 0.0
Season 1 - Travel Guides
2017-02-14
"Six groups of ordinary Australians begin their adventures by rating and reviewing all of their experiences in Japan's capital city."
2017-02-21
"The guides embark on an action-packed adventure in Thailand's hottest tourist spot, rating and reviewing all of the must-do's on a budget stay."
2017-02-28
"The intrepid guides initially have mixed views about going to New Zealand, especially when they receive the keys to a motorhome, but they are left to think again after they see the spectacular scenery and experience some extreme adventures."
2017-03-07
"It's a place many Australians have never heard of, but Oman could be the jewel of the Middle Eastern crown. When the guides stumble into a hot Arabian adventure, it's a mix of six star luxury and age-old tradition."
2017-03-14
"The guides go on an eventful road trip to one of Australia's favourite travel destinations. The Top End experience includes some rugged beauty and grandeur, but it soon becomes clear that not everyone is a happy camper."
2017-03-21
"The guides are shipped off on a ten day island hopping adventure to the South Pacific to discover what attractions make so many Australians cruise crazy."
2017-03-28
"Is there more to Australia's most popular beach-side destination than meets the eye? The guides indulge in the five star luxury of the Palazzo Versace Hotel as they explore, review and rate an iconic holiday haunt."
Season 2 - Travel Guides
2018-01-29
"In the season 2 premiere episode, our guides jet off to Bologna, the foodie capital of Italy. After experiencing the best that Bologna has to offer, who will rave about this Italian gem and who will leave disappointed?"
2018-02-05
"Our guides escape to one of Australia's favourite destinations, Bali. More than one million Aussies escape to this Indonesian island each year. But will our guides be able to avoid the bogans and Bintang to discover a real island paradise?"
2018-02-19
"It's time for our guides to hit the snow as they fly off to Wanaka, New Zealand. For many of them, this will be their first ski holiday, but after experiencing the ultimate winter adventure, will Wanaka meet our Travel Guides' expectations?"
2018-03-05
"Our Travel Guides are in Vietnam. In Hanoi they'll live like the locals, navigating through busy streets, sampling cuisine, shopping and joining a motorbike tour. They'll also visit a Pearl farm in Halong Bay. Will our guides be impressed?"
2018-03-12
"This week the Travel Guides head to Tropical North QLD. In Cairns they'll try white water rafting and aqua aerobics before exploring the marvels of the Great Barrier Reef. What will our guides rate this Aussie destination out of 5 stars?"
2018-03-19
"Our Travel Guides jet off to Sri Lanka. In Nuwara Eliya they'll travel in a tuk tuk, sample the local cuisine and head to Ramboda Falls. After a stint in Habarana Village it's off to an elephant safari. Will our guides love it or loath it?"
2018-03-26
"This week the Travel Guides are in Western Australia. They'll have adventures in Bridgetown and Hamelin Bay, then it's off to Busselton for a unique mermaid experience. What will our guides rate this Aussie destination out of 5 stars?"
Season 3 - Travel Guides
2019-02-05
"In the premiere episode our Guides jet off on a week-long holiday in tropical Hawaii, but it's not all mai tais and hula dancing."
2019-02-12
"This week our Travel Guides embark on a spectacular European cruise spanning three countries along the Danube River, sailing through Germany, Austria and Hungary."
2019-02-19
"This week our Travel Guides escape to one of the most surprising and quirkiest destinations yet \u2013 Taiwan. None of our Guides have previously visited Taiwan, where the bustling city and tranquil countryside offer experiences of a lifetime."
2019-02-26
"This season our Guides will go further afield than before, exploring new destinations near and far including Hawaii, India, Argentina, Israel, Germany, and Taiwan. But one person's idea of paradise can be another's idea of hell."
2019-03-05
"This season our Guides will go further afield than before, exploring new destinations near and far including Hawaii, India, Argentina, Israel, Germany, and Taiwan. But one person's idea of paradise can be another's idea of hell."
2019-03-12
"This week our Travel Guides are staying close to home and heading to South Australia on a foodie road trip."
2019-03-19
"This week the holiday critics escape to The Philippines for an unexpected island-hopping adventure packed with beautiful beaches, bizarre scenery and rare wildlife."
2019-03-26
"This week our Travel Guides embark on their most controversial holiday ever, taking in the holy land of Israel. From hitting up the beaches in Tel Aviv to exploring the worlds liveliest markets in Jerusalem, this is sure to be an adventure."
2019-04-02
"This season our Guides will go further afield than before, exploring new destinations near and far including Hawaii, India, Argentina, Israel, Germany, and Taiwan. But one person's idea of paradise can be another's idea of hell."
Season 4 - Travel Guides
2021-01-26
"This week, our Travel Guides take off on an active wellness holiday in Byron Bay. Will our guides be seduced by the active wellness lifestyle of Byron Bay? Or are they ready for a burger and a rum and coke"
2021-01-27
"Our Travel Guides are heading to the Red Centre for Australia's most iconic holiday that most Aussies have never been on. And the best way to see these wide-open spaces is on a road trip."
2021-02-02
"Our Travel Guides discover the Whitsundays on a water wonderland holiday. With perfect waters, blue skies and some of the whitest and finest sands in the world, this tropical paradise off the coast of North Queensland is a playground for lovers of adventure, marine life and luxury yachts."
2021-02-03
"Our Travel Guides fly south for the winter to Tasmania. This winter wonderland may be cold, but as our guides quickly find out, the action never stops in Tassie."
2021-04-28
"In the series return, our Travel Guides take off on a Greek island-hopping holiday. Starting in the ancient capital, Athens, they hop aboard the ferry to the party island of Mykonos and to the traditional island of Milos. Greece is everything our Travel Guides ever imagined: stunning islands, turquoise water, sensational souvlaki, and endless parties. But is an island-hopping holiday through Greece too hectic to handle?"
2021-05-05
"Our Travel Guides discover the tropical island paradise of Mauritius off the east coast of Africa. It's a resort holiday with a cultural twist as they embrace local life. But will a week of living in an Instagram post be that exciting?"
2021-05-12
"Our Travel Guides are embarking on a luxury river cruise down the Mekong River from Cambodia to Southern Vietnam. Along the way they discover the history, culture and food of these dynamic and emerging holiday destinations."
2021-05-19
"Tonight it's a wild and wacky road trip back home, off the beaten track through South Australia. From Kangaroo Island to the Southern Ocean and the underground town of Coober Pedy, it will be a week of whacking it, packing it, and stacking it."
2021-05-26
"Our Travel Guides take on Turkey for a week-long holiday full of exotic culture, history and unexpected surprises. With such friendly locals and exciting culture, what will our Travel Guides rate their Exotic Turkish Holiday out of 5 stars?"
2021-06-02
"This week, it's a Mexican Fiesta for our Travel Guides. Discovering the historical wonders of Mexico City and the authentic southern region of Oaxaca, our Guides experience the real Mexican deal."
2021-06-16
"This week, our Travel Guides go west, heading for the Kimberley in far north Western Australia. This will be the most remote holiday our Guides have ever had. Will the ancient landscape and thriving wildlife impress our Guides?"
2021-06-23
"Our Travel Guides take on South Korea for their wackiest holiday ever. From the exciting and vibrant city of Seoul to the quirks of the DMZ and the traditional rural regions, our Guides enjoy a wild ride through this weird and wonderful country."
Season 5 - Travel Guides
2022-03-30
"Our Travel Guides are soaring to the USA. They'll be doing their first ever two week vacation: a road trip through Texas and the Deep South. What will our Guides rate the first leg of their USA road trip?"
2022-04-06
"Our Travel Guides USA Road Trip continues in the Deep South. In the heartland of the Deep South, the state of Louisiana, our Guides discover the music, food and culture that makes the Deep South something special."
2022-04-13
"Our Travel Guides are off on a Sunshine Coast to Fraser Island outdoor adventure, complete with four-wheel driving, camping, hiking, skydiving, and E-Foiling."
2022-04-27
"Our Travel Guides are heading to Perth & Rottnest Island for a city trip packed with treasures found only in Western Australia."
2022-05-04
"Our Travel Guides are off to the Flinders Ranges for a high-octane outback holiday, but will this part of South\n\nAustralia float their boats? Or will our Guides run out of steam?"
2022-05-11
"Our Travel Guides fly into Brisbane for week complete with mining, fine dining, and the terrifying. This holiday hotspot is filled with spectacular scenery and quirky activities."
2022-05-18
"Our Travel Guides are getting an insider view of Sydney, spending a week living like a local going behind the fabulous beaches, the houses, and the Harbour Bridge to discover if Sydney has a beauty that's more than skin deep."
2022-05-25
"Our Travel Guides sink their teeth into a family-friendly road trip in Victoria. From the Great Ocean Road to bygone Ballarat, it's a week of scaling great heights, courageous knights, and scenic flights. But will 500km behind the wheel drive everyone around the bend?"
Season 6 - Travel Guides
2023-04-19
"The guides are off to explore Morocco. Landing smack-bang in the hustle and bustle of Marrakech, the guides experience Morocco's most famed open-aired marketplace, traditional cuisine, the desert and more."
2023-04-26
"The guides the coast of Croatia on a yacht. Island hopping through a land of medieval history and Insta-worthy scenery, they experience a week of natural beauty and cultural quirks."
2023-05-03
"Our Guides are in Malaysia for a truly multicultural experience. From the sights and sounds of Kuala Lumpur to the wilds of Borneo there's something here for everyone."
2023-05-10
"Our Travel Guides are ditching the rat race and hitting up the most chilled-out spot in the South Pacific - Vanuatu - for a tropical island adventure."
2023-05-17
"Giddy Up! Our Travel Guides are getting behind the wheel on a real rural road trip through the New South Wales Riverina and Victorian High Country. It's a week of tasty treats, Aussie history and quirky country living."
2023-05-24
"Hold on to your hobbit hats, because our Travel Guides are crossing the ditch to Auckland, New Zealand before hitting the road for an epic North Island road trip!"
2023-06-07
"Our Travel Guides are about to embark on a Finnish adventure - a winter wonderland like no other! From the quirky cities to the rugged north, it's one heck of an Arctic ride."
2023-06-14
"Our Guides are heading to Melbourne for a week long vacation in Victoria's capital of cool before a quick pitstop on Phillip Island."
2023-11-21
"Join our outspoken travellers as they head off the beaten track for a super-sized, self-drive safari through spectacular South Africa, delivering breathtaking views and adrenaline-pumping adventure. Deep in the pristine African wilderness, our Guides get up close and personal with the majestic endangered white rhino in one of the largest conservation parks, before a flying visit to Zambia\u2019s magnificent Victoria Falls where they\u2019re faced with a death-defying experience."
2023-11-28
"The epic adventures continue when our Guides fly to the United Kingdom for an unforgettable sightseeing tour that takes in buzzing London, the not-so-relaxing English countryside, the incredible ancient peaks and valleys of Scotland, and the medieval culture of Edinburgh."
2023-12-05
"It\u2019s time to take a look at some of the best trips ever, as our groups of intrepid Travel Guides walk down memory lane for a nostalgic journey and reflect on all the amazing holidays and heart-racing adventures they\u2019ve enjoyed over the past seven years. From cultures that knocked their socks off to unglamorous and uber-luxurious accommodation, places that made them lose their inhibitions and adventures they\u2019ll never forget, our Guides will reveal which trips scored the ultimate five stars out of five and are their favourite of all time."
Season 7 - Travel Guides
2024-05-19
"New guides Karly and Bri join the gang in Northern India and Nepal where they\u2019ll stay at an Ashram."
2024-05-26
"It's lights, camera, bedlam as our Guides hit up America's two glitziest cities - LA and Las Vegas. From Hollywood to the Walk of Fame before an epic drive across the desert to Sin City. There'll even be a surprise Travel Guides wedding!"
2024-06-02
"Our Guides start in Miami at the iconic South Beach. They'll explore Little Havana and Miami's art scene, before visiting an authentic gator park. From there to the Bahamas on the world's sixth largest cruise ship and a swim with pigs."
2024-06-16
"Our Guides jet into buzzing Hong Kong, to see the sights and savour the city's epic food scene. They'll learn how to lion dance, compete in dragon boat racing, and learn Tai Chi."
2024-06-23
"Our Guides are on a bus tour in Canada which kicks off in Toronto. Niagara Falls is on the menu and then a show in Ottawa. Then it's bonjour to French Canada and Quebec City."
2024-06-30
"Our Guides have grabbed sun hats for a Pacific island escape to the Cook Islands."
2024-07-07
"It's bucket-list time as our Guides pop over to Peru, one of South America's most spectacular countries."
2024-07-14
"The Fren Family show off their hometown of Newcastle. Our Guides will surf a beautiful beach and visit Maitland gaol before dolphin spotting in Port Stephens."
2024-07-15
"Our Guides are going on a tour of Northern Tassie. They'll try caving, visit historic Beaconsfield, and drive up (and mountain bike down!) Australia's most dangerous road."
2024-07-21
"Our Guides are set for an Olympic-sized tour of France - starting in the host city Paris."
Season 8 - Travel Guides
2025-04-21
"Our Travel Guides take a monster-sized bite of the Big Apple. From the neon playground of Times Square and singalong show tunes in the West Village to taking in the sights of Central Park and the Statue of Liberty, as well as finding the perfect pizza in hipster-heaven Brooklyn and making an emotional visit to the 9\/11 memorial, our Guides discover this really is the city that never sleeps."
2025-04-27
"Our Guides explore Europe's most breathtaking country Switzerland. They'll tour the Lindt factory in Zurich, paddle on the lakes of Interlaken, and play in the snow of the Swiss Alps."
2025-05-04
"Our Guides go wild in the Northern Territory. They'll explore up-and-coming Darwin and cheer on the croc races at a classic Territory pub before setting off for the beauty of Kakadu National Park with its rich indigenous culture and wildlife."
2025-05-11
"Our Guides touch down in Tahiti. One of the Pacific's most treasured tropical islands. They'll swim with sharks and stingrays, dive for Tahitian pearls, and stay in luxurious overwater bungalows."
2025-05-18
"Our Guides board a coach tour of two of Europe's most historic destinations. They'll tuck into Madrid's tapas scene, explore the extraordinary Alhambra in Grenada, learn flamenco in Seville and eat Lisbon's legendary Portuguese tart."
2025-05-25
"It's all aboard a supersized cruise, our Guides eat, drink, swim, sing and play. Aside from the onboard fun, they stop at majestic Milford Sound, charming Dunedin and Wellington."
2025-05-26
"Our Guides go bonkers in a budget trip to Thailand. From muay Thai boxing in Bangkok, to the elephants in the mountains of Chiang Mai, and the idyllic beaches of Koh Samui."
2025-07-06
"It's a best of both worlds trip, as our Guides explore the famous Californian city of San Francisco - with its steep hills, new-tech and old hippies - before going wild at the gob-smackingly stunning Yosemite National Park."
2025-07-13
"Our Guides jump into super-popular Japan. From bustling Osaka to historical Kyoto, they'll get a taste for the country's fantastic food, culture and all-round kookiness, with Jono's new wife Danielle joining for the first time."