The Weekend Travel Show: Stars Explore Sydney, Montenegro, and Beyond (Channel 5, Saturday, February 1, 2025)

Channel 5 Announces New Travel Series with Kym Marsh and Richard Arnold

Passport? Check. Frequent flyer miles? Irrelevant. Channel 5’s The Weekend Travel Show returns, offering vicarious vacations for those of us whose budgets run more toward bus fare than business class. This week, hosts Kym Marsh and Richard Arnold open their personal travel journals, sharing anecdotes that might actually be useful.

Joining the hosts are a gaggle of familiar faces, each embarking on their own adventure. Jane McDonald graces the Sydney Opera House with her presence, then hops over to Tasmania for some quality time with the local fauna. Meanwhile, Susan Calman tackles the picturesque landscapes of Montenegro, undoubtedly with her signature blend of wit and wonder. And for those who prefer their travels with a dose of history, Alex Polizzi unlocks the secrets of Palazzo Gangi in Palermo, Italy. One can only hope she brought her best magnifying glass.

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Alexander Armstrong, never one to shy away from the unusual, subjects himself to a “unique” spa experience in Sri Lanka. I can’t help but picture leeches and lukewarm coconut milk, but perhaps he’ll surprise us. And, because every good travel show needs a voice of reason, travel expert Simon Calder fields viewer questions, offering practical advice amidst the celebrity escapades.

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This episode of The Weekend Travel Show aims to strike a balance between aspirational travel and achievable tips, something it usually manages fairly well. Whether you’re plotting your next getaway or simply seeking a brief escape from the mundane, this episode might just be your ticket to adventure—without the jet lag.

The Weekend Travel Show airs Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 12:30 on Channel 5.

Isabelle aka Izzy Jacobs is the features editor at memorabletv.com. Isabelle is particularly drawn to crime dramas, but she also has a not so secret love for all things reality TV. In addition to her work at memorabletv.com, Isabelle is also an avid traveler and a devoted foodie.