Beijing Express 2024, When it starts, Competitors and News
Backpacker and spirit of adventure at its best, Beijing Express is preparing to return to the small screen with a brand new season full of surprises. The long-awaited 2024 edition of Beijing Express will kick off Thursday 7 March at 21.15, exclusively on Sky and available in streaming on NOW live and on demand or via Sky Go.
With the expert management of Costantino della Gherardesca, supported by the energetic Fru by The Jackal as a special correspondent, the program will immerse us in the “Route of the Dragon”, on a journey that challenges physical and mental endurance, requiring competitors to adapt and overcome every obstacle with ingenuity and team spirit.
Where the Beijing Express Trip will take place
The 2024 edition of Beijing Express stands out for its adventurous path, called the “Dragon's Route”, which will guide the enterprising contestants through three fascinating countries: Vietnam , In Stock e Sri Lanka. The adventure will begin in green rice paddies and the vivid historical testimonies of northern Vietnam, offering travelers the opportunity to immerse themselves in the rich culture and centuries-old traditions of this nation.
Continuing, participants will explore the In Stock, Where the uncontaminated nature and spiritual cities they will test their adaptation skills, challenging them to embrace a lifestyle rooted in tranquility and contemplation.
The last stop of this incredible journey will be Sri Lanka, an island that enchants with its people breathtaking scenery, from rainforests crystalline waters of the Indian Ocean, passing through the sacred temples that dot the landscape. Here, the fusion between oriental spirituality and wild nature offers an evocative ending to a long journey beyond five thousand kilometers.
What will travelers have available at Beijing Express?
With only a schoolbag, a minimum budget e 1 euros per day per person, couples will have to rely on their own resistance, resourcefulness e adaptability to navigate through the challenges posed by these diverse and fascinating territories. The search for local hospitality it will force them to completely immerse themselves in the host cultures, transforming each stage into a continuous discovery, not only of places but also of themselves.
What are the teams and who are the members of Beijing Express 2024
The new season of Beijing Express boasts an eclectic and charismatic cast, made up of eight couples ready to embark on this unprecedented adventure. Between already very famous personalities and some emerging ones, each couple brings into play a unique mix of talents, stories and motivations.
- The Caressas
Fabio and Eleonora Caressa, father and daughter, stand out for their family bond and passion for travel. Fabio, a well-known commentator, combines his media experience with the enthusiasm and freshness of the young Eleonora, a university student with a great desire to explore the world. - The Pastry Chefs
Damiano and Massimiliano Carrara, brothers united by a passion for pastry making, have already demonstrated their talent overseas. Their chemistry and culinary skills promise to add a touch of sweetness to the adventure. - THE BROTHERS
Artem and Antonio Orefice, linked by the set of the "Mare Fuori" series, bring their artistic and personal complicity to the field, promising to face every challenge with grit and determination. - The Romagnoli
Paolo Cevoli and Elisabetta Garuffi, a real-life couple, share a long history together. Their deep bond and life experience will surely be a strong point during the journey. - The Brilliants
Nancy Brilli and Pierluigi Iorio, friends for years, combine artistic talent and emotional depth, ready to live the Beijing Express experience with enthusiasm and sensitivity. - The Giants
Kristian Ghedina and Francesca Piccinini, both legends in Italian sport, are ready to use their competitiveness and team spirit, inherited from years of competitive careers. - the Amiche
Maddalena Corvaglia and Barbara Petrillo, united by a deep friendship, promise to bring energy and positivity, supporting each other in every stage of the journey. - Italy Argentina
Estefania Bernal and Antonella Fiordelisi, an Italian-Argentine union, combine beauty, determination and determination, ready to demonstrate that friendship and collaboration can overcome any obstacle.
What's new in Beijing Express 2024
Each edition of Beijing Express It stands for the introduction of new elements which enrich the format and the competition, making the experience even more compelling for competitors and spectators. In 2024, the program is no exception, promising surprises and innovations that will add further spice to the adventure.
The new tests and challenges
One of the main innovations concerns the evidence and challenges that couples will have to face. This year, the obstacles will be designed not only to test the physical force , Resilience of the participants but also to immerse them deeply in local cultures of the countries visited. An approach that intends to promote more authentic and meaningful interaction with the host communities, transforming each test into an opportunity for learning and cultural exchange.
Audience participation from home
Also, this year Beijing Express aim for a greater one interactive with the audience at home. Through the use of digital platforms and social media, viewers will have the opportunity to participate more actively in the program, influencing in some cases the game dynamics and offering direct support to favorite couples.
Who leads and who is the special envoy: Costantino and Fru
Costantino della Gherardesca returns to lead the group of adventurers of Beijing Express with his unmistakable style: ironic, cultured and always ready to grasp the human aspect of every situation. His ability to empathize with the competitors and masterfully manage moments of tension makes him the ideal helmsman for this adventure full of unexpected events.
Constantine, with his experience and his unique personality, is a guarantee of entertainment and depth, capable of transforming each episode into a compelling and engaging story.
Alongside him, this year, there is a new face in the team Beijing Express: Fru by The Jackal. Known for his creative spirit and his contagious energy, Fru joins the program as special Correspondent after participating as a competitor last year, ready to bring a breath of freshness and novelty.
His task will be to accompany the competitors in some of the most crucial stages, offering them support, testing them with unexpected challenges or simply sharing moments of lightness and fun with them. Fru's contribution promises to add a further level of dynamism and unpredictability when traveling, making it even more exciting for the participants and the audience at home.
The combination of the consolidated craftsmanship of Constantine and the new energy of Mrs promises to be one of the most intriguing elements of this edition, guaranteeing a management that will be both profound and carefree, exactly like the spirit of Beijing Express.