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Meet the cast of Travel Guides 2024

Travel Guides is back for a new season – and so are your favourite cast members!

From the picturesque mountains of Nepal to the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas, the seventh season of the beloved travel show has already delivered its fair share of enviable experiences and hilarious moments.

Alongside Travel Guides’ once-in-a-lifetime itineraries, our favourite friendly faces will also be returning to our screens alongside a few new globe-trotting friends.

As they prepare for their next adventure, scroll down to meet the cast of Travel Guides for 2024.

Karli and Bri

Joining Travel Guides on the road for the first time are Karly and Bri, two besties who met while filming  Beauty and the Geek  for Nine a couple of years ago and have been inseparable ever since.

“We were roommates on the show, so we had no choice but to be friends,” Bri told our sister site TV WEEK. “We were like the love story from  Beauty And The Geek … we walked out best of friends.”

“We bring a different dynamic to the show, and I think people will be pleasantly surprised by us. We might look a certain way on the outside – we like to dress up and look nice – but we also give everything a crack. We are tomboys at heart.”

Matt and Brett

Bona fide travel addicts Matt and Brett joined the show in season four, hailing from Newcastle in New South Wales.

The married couple, who have been together for 20 years now, describe themselves as ‘high-end travellers’ who also love a bargain.

While Matt is organised, and packs his outfits into plastic bags via the suitcase, Brett is much happier going along for the ride, leading to a delightful Bert-and-Ernie energy that makes for great TV.

They’re also hilarious, giving biting commentary, and always making the audience laugh.

The Fren Family

The delightful Fren family have been regulars since season one, bringing immediate joy to the show with their upbeat nature.

Dad Mark is upbeat and forthright, with a knack for negotiating room upgrades. He’s been married to his wife Cathy for over 30 years, and their two kids, Victoria and Jonathan, are always along for the journey.

Their family grew in 2023, with Jonathan marrying his long-term partner, Danielle Clarke.

Other members of the Travel Guides cast Matt, Brett, Kevin, Janetta, Mel, and Stack were all in attendance – too cute!

Kevin and Janetta

‘Holiday snobs’ Kevin and Janetta always bring the laughs.

The pair, who are in their 60s, are passionate wine enthusiasts and seasoned travellers. They’re also avid researchers when it comes to their holidays, making sure they have the best possible experience, so being thrown into strange situations on the show always makes for a good laugh.

They also won’t hesitate to ask for the manager, which has earned them the catchphrase, “We don’t suffer in silence”.

Kev, Dorian, and Teng

Besties Kev, Dorian, and Teng love food, computer games, movies, and music.

Kev is a pop-culture expert, Dorian studies teaching, and Teng is the risk-taker, who keeps deferring university in the hopes of finding a good time.

Their combined heritage spans China, Greece and Vietnam, giving them a unique take on the world when it comes to the show.

Travel Guides Season 7 airs Sundays at 7:00 pm on Nine and 9Now.

Erin Christie is a writer at WHO (digital), keeping across pop culture, reality TV (especially Survivor), and the occasional fashion trend.

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The Travel Guides Cast: Everything About Salary and Living Conditions

The Travel Guides is a popular Australian reality TV series. It first aired in 2017 and was met with positive feedback from viewers. Australians were eager to watch a different type of reality TV series. They found this show to be a refreshing change from the regular selection of reality TV programs.

This series follows groups of travellers from Australia. All of the travellers are ordinary Australians, but each group is different from the next. Their job is to review the accommodations, cuisine, and tourist attractions.

However, this isn’t your ordinary travel series. The contestants on this show are put in unpredictable situations. It’s part of what makes this show unpredictable and humorous. Each group of travellers will have a different take on the situations at hand.

What Does the Cast Do on Travel Guides?

The cast of this hit reality series gets to go on exclusive vacations around the world. While they travel, they will experience different activities, try dishes custom to other cultures, and stay at local hotels and resorts. In exchange for this, they will leave brutally honest reviews.

In each episode of the series, the travellers will go on a week-long vacation (all expenses paid). The groups each consist of family members or close friends. They will leave their comfortable nest in Australia and venture to big cities worldwide.

Viewers are introduced to new groups of travellers each season, and some fan favourites have returned to the show. One of the most popular groups on the show is the Fren family, who has appeared in all five seasons.

These groups have gotten to travel to places all over the world. Some of the places they’ve visited include:

• Tokyo, Japan
• Perth, Australia
• Argentina & more

Does the Cast of Travel Guides Get Paid?

It hasn’t been released to the public how much the castmates of Travel Guides get paid. However, the Fren family had openly commented on how the show saved them when they were experiencing financial hardship with the restaurant they own.

Many reality TV shows made in Australia will provide contestants with weekly pay while filming. Travel Guides is a different scenario. Ordinary Australians get to travel to tourist destinations in Australia and internationally for free. All fees are covered, including accommodations, transportation, meals, shopping, and other activities they participate in. Since everything is free for travellers, they don’t have to worry about any expenses.

Whether or not the contestants get paid per episode and how much they earn hasn’t been revealed. Each group of family and friends do have the job of leaving a red hot honest review. Even if they don’t get paid, the free travelling and TV exposure are worth it.

A lot of Australian reality TV contestants are able to earn money because of the exposure they have gotten. Once the TV series airs, fans of the show begin following the castmates on social media and subscribing to their content. Well-known castmates have been able to use their exposure to get further opportunities, such as appearances on other TV series. It’s also common for them to get paid endorsement deals where brands pay them to post content on Instagram and other social media platforms.

Another way that these contestants use their exposure to earn money is through paid online gigs, like Cameo and similar platforms. This is when they record personal messages for fans for a cost. The more popular a castmate is, the more they can charge for a video. It’s also common for castmates to use paid subscription platforms, like Patreon and OnlyFans, to earn an income. Also, a lot of contestants may like to relax by gambling and choose a new Australian online casino .

What Are the Living Conditions Like on Travel Guides?

Every country these travellers visit will have different accommodations. The accommodations will be based on the culture of the country they visit. This is why the reviews from the Fren family, cowgirl twins, and other favourite castmates are always red hot.

For the most part, they get to experience good quality living conditions. However, since the accommodations are often different from what they are used to, it leads to some hilarious reviews. This is one of the main reasons why this reality TV series has been such a hit with Australians and other viewers around the world.

Every episode is a different experience for the castmates and the viewers. Travellers could be enjoying the lux life on a cruise, visiting a casino in the city, or going on an off-road adventure. They must be up for anything to get the full travel experience.

Will Travel Guides Return for Season 6?

Do you want to see the Fren family and other fan favourites back on your TV screen? Currently, there is no word on when season 6 will be released. This is because the 6th season hasn’t been renewed yet.

Fans of this beloved reality TV show shouldn’t have reason to worry about the series’ fate. It has been confirmed that the series hasn’t been cancelled and is just on a break.

Does the idea of temporarily leaving your job and travelling the world for free sound like a dream? That’s exactly what the castmates of this popular reality TV series get to experience. While there currently isn’t any information released on what contestants earn from filming the series, the experience they get is well worth it.

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Everything you need to know about Travel Guides 2023

The sixth season of Travel Guides is almost upon us! The popular reality show is set to be released on Channel Nine at some point in 2023 and while, sadly, we don’t know the exact release date yet we have seen a sneak peek!

And from this sneak peek, we know that all (but one) cast members are returning to go on a wild adventure all around the world.

WATCH: Travel Guides 2023 sneak peek

If you’re a fan of the Logie-winning show like us, read on to find out everything you need to know about Travel Guides 2023 .

Travel Guides Season 6 release date

At this stage, there’s no exact release date for the sixth season of Travel Guides . We do know that it’ll air in 2023 and Channel Nine has said it’s “coming soon” so watch this space…

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Travel Guides 2023 cast

The cast for this year’s Travel Guides has remained relatively the same as last year’s. The only change is that Stack’s twin sister Mel is not returning. But Stack will still be on Travel Guides this year; she’ll just have a new travel partner. Scroll through to meet the full cast! 

Kristy and Bri

At the Nine Network’s recent Upfronts event, they gave us a sneak-peek at the two newest travel guides: Kristy and Bri. These newcomers will be joining the OG stars in the new season. And we can’t wait to see what they’ll have in store for us! 

Matt and Brett

Matt and Brent made their Travel Guides debut during Season 4. The couple have been together for 20 years and married for 9 of those.

The Fren Family

The Fren Family – Mark, Cathy, Victoria and Jonathan – have been on Travel Guides since its inception. The family always seems to find the funny side of holiday disasters and we can’t wait to see how the Frens handle this year’s destinations.

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Kev, Dorian and Teng

Kev, Dorian and Teng (AKA The Target Boys) have returned for their fifth season of Travel Guides . The hilarious best friends will tackle penny-farthing bicycles this year and poor Kev suffers an injury while on his.

Kevin and Janetta

Retired couple Kevin and Janetta have once again returned to Travel Guides . The self-confessed “travel snobs” have been a part of the show since it began and we can’t wait to see what kind of complaints they make this year.

Sadly, cowgirl Stack will not be travelling with her twin sister Mel this year. Instead, Stack can be seen in the Travel Guides 2023 sneak peek with a new, male partner…

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Travel Guides 2021 cast will take on international destinations

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It’s back. Travel Guides, one of Australia’s most beloved television shows, is set to air again this year. And we’d love to introduce you to the new Travel Guides 2021 cast.

This year, you’ll see a few new faces as they take us on some pretty crazy adventures. But you may recognise some too.

Before you meet the team, let’s cover some important facts.

When is Travel Guides on?

The show returns on Wednesday, April 28 for its first episode. It begins at 7.30pm. Don’t miss it on Channel 9 and 9Now.

Travel Guides 2021 will showcase all-new local and international tourist destinations in four action-packed episodes.

International countries include Greece, Mauritius, South Korea and Cambodia. In Australia, the Travel Guides 2021 cast will visit South Australia and the Kimberley in WA.

In each episode of Travel Guides, our five groups travel to the same location for a week-long holiday.

Everyone must review the cuisine, accommodation, activities and tourist sights. Opinions always differ, leading to brutally honest and often outrageous reviews.

Meet the Travel Guides 2021 Cast

The Travel Guides are ordinary Australians turned travel critics and the cast take honesty to a whole new level. You will laugh out loud as they rate their holiday out of five stars.

Here’s what we know about this season’s cast.

Matt and Brett

Matt, 45, and Brett, 51, are the newest Travel Guides. The couple have been working together for 18 years, and married for seven.

Matt works for the local council while Brett is a primary school teacher. Together, they are generous and kind, but their biting commentary on everything around them packs a punch. Both love a good boogie too.

Matt is notorious for making new friends on holiday. He’s also a particularly adventurous eater who will give practically anything a try. This will definitely make their holiday experiences interesting.

Read More: Kevin & Janetta Interview South Australia Road Trips Stack & Mel Nearly Missed Out

The Fren Family

You might recognise these next Travel Guides 2021 cast members. The Fren family consists of parents Mark (59) and Cathy (57), and their two kids Jonathon (29) and Victoria (27).

Mark is the upbeat and forthright dad, happily married to Cathy for over 30 years. Cathy’s quirky sense of humour and distinctive laugh is contagious.

Daughter Victoria always has an opinion, admitting to speaking before she thinks. Son Jonathon is more reserved, often finding himself unwittingly involved in the family’s antics.

Together, the Fren’s love new destinations and different cultures. They’ll give anything a go, which often gets them into unpredictable situations.

Keep an eye out for our upcoming interview with the Fren Family on  Holidays with Kids .

Kev, Dorian and Teng

Aptly known as “the boys”, these three good mates met when working in a Target store together.

Kev now has an art degree and is known for being sensible. Dorian is laid-back and polite, with hopes of becoming a teacher. Teng is the risk-taker, always looking for a good time.

The trio of suburban millennials share a love of junk food, computer games, music and movies. All in their twenties, Kev, Dorian and Teng are smart and positive. Always quick to make fun of each other, they guarantee laughs.

All three boys are Australian-born. But their combined Chinese, Greek and Vietnamese heritage gives them a unique take on the world.

Kevin and Janetta

Kevin, 63, and Janetta, 69, have been married for more than three decades. These Travel Guides 2021 cast members are self-professed holiday snobs.

The couple originally lived in Melbourne, but sold their house to move to the country. The tree-change saved them so much money they can now afford to travel for at least four months a year.

These jet-setting retirees hate settling for anything second-rate. Kevin and Janetta love five-star hotels, big cities and quality service.

This discerning duo expect the best when on holiday. If the quality or service isn’t up to scratch, they won’t hesitate to make a complaint.

Stack and Mel

This cowgirl duo signify the last, but definitely not the least, of our Travel Guides 2021 cast. The fan favourites from country NSW and Victoria are ready to hit the road again.

The girls are big on the rodeo scene. They frequently compete together and against each other in roping events.

In their signature hats, cowgirl boots and belt buckles, Stack and Mel are rough around the edges and always straight to the point.

Whilst the pair remain wary to venture anywhere beyond the Outback, they’re known to give anything a red-hot go.

Stack and Mel have spent most of their lives in the bush. This rendered them blissfully unaware of other cultures, languages and customs. Tune in to watch these country girls battle the big cities.

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Travel Guides returns for its 6th season on Nine embarking upon new international destinations.

Returing cast include the Fren family from Newcastle, Matt and Brett, Kevin and Janetta, and best mates Kev, Dorian and Teng.

This season Mel takes time off to be with her baby, with twin sister Stack joined by their younger brother, Josh.

According to Nine, Josh has never been overseas before, and “he has packed an extra pair of jocks along with his passport. Like his sisters, Josh is a true-blue country boy who will no doubt struggle with the lingo, the customs and the crowds in foreign lands. But lucky for him, he is just as game as the girls and will give anything a crack.”

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Need some holiday inspo? Here’s exactly where to follow the Travel Guides cast on Instagram

The cast of Travel Guides have captured hearts around Australia, with the show’s third season proving a huge ratings success for the Nine Network.

The combination of enviable holiday destinations, with travel guides who are jet-setting novices, has left us obsessed with the feel-good reality TV series.

If you think your week could use a little day-to-day pick me up from the hilarious cast, outside of the show’s Tuesday night time slot on Nine, then here is exactly where to follow the show’s stars on Instagram.

The Fren Family

The hilarious Fren Family is made up of Mark, his wife Cathy, and their children Johnathon and Victoria. The Frens run the German restaurant Oma’s Kitchen in Newcastle, and have been on the series since it began in 2017.

Only Victoria and Mark have public Instagram accounts. You can follow Victoria at @victoriafren, and you can follow Mark at @mark.fren.

The gang also share snaps and videos on the Instagram account for Oma’s Kitchen, which you can follow at @omaskitchennewcastle.

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Deepesh and Sage

Newly married and newly minted cast members Deepesh and Sage have just started on Travel Guides.

The loved-up Melbourne couple, who met on dating site RSVP four years ago, are both unbelievably clever. Deepesh is an IT manager and Sage is a childcare worker, between them holding seven degrees!

The happy couple are yet to join the ‘gram with public profiles.

Deepesh and Sage are adorable!

The Target Boys: Kev, Dorian and Teng

As you would have guessed from their group nickname, Kev, Dorian and Teng met working at Target. The boys, who are still the best of friends after working in retail, are budget travellers who still live at home with their parents.

All three of the boys have public Instagram accounts, where they share hilarious behind-the-scenes videos and candid snaps from their Travel Guides’ escapades.

Kev at @thefakekevinhe , Dorian at @dorian_calleja , and Teng at @mic.teng .

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Kevin and Janetta

Self-proclaimed ‘holiday snobs’ Kevin and Janetta are always on the lookout for the best accomodation, food and, of course, WINE.

The luxurious retirees love exploring big cities like Paris and New York, but they’re yet to share any #TravelGoals pics on Instagram… because they don’t have public accounts.

But we all know we would get major food and wine envy if the couple ever decide to join social media.

You’ve gotta love the holiday snobs!

Stack and Mel

Twin cowgirls Stack and Mel started out as ‘travel virgins,’ though they’ve quick become well-seasoned travellers thanks to their part on the series.

The girls have three Instagram accounts between them, with one joint and two individual accounts to their names. They post everything from Travel Guides vacations, to glamorous night’s out, to their rodeos.

You can follow the twins on @stackandmel , follow Mel at @melissa_wilburn , and follow Stack at @staceywilburn .

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Fishing Guide Makes One Cast & Catches World Record Striped Bass On A Fly Rod

What a catch. These are the moments we all want when we hit the water. And sometimes it does just take one cast.

When it comes to sport fishing, striped bass are certainly up there for fun. You can get into massive schools and catch them on literally every cast. These fish put up a good fight and can get big, reaching over 50 inches and weighing over 75 pounds.

These fish are also excellent to eat, making for a great fish fry. Naturally, many people are running to the water to catch them, especially on the East Coast… their native range. Striper is actually the state fish of of Maryland, Rhode Island, and South Carolina.

This guide had the catch of his lifetime while out of the coast of Maryland, according to Outdoor Life .

In Chesapeake Bay fishing guide, Tom Weaver, had a client out on the water for some striper fishing. The fishing got good and the pair got into a big school of large fish, landing one after another.

That’s when the guide decided to take a cast for himself, as he doesn’t normally fish with clients on board. Digging out his fly rod, he heaved his fly out to where he saw a nice striped bass.

On that first cast, he hooked into a beauty as seen in the video. The fish fights hard but he gets it in.

After measuring it in at 40.16 inches long, weighing 35-40 pounds, it was deemed the world record striped bass caught and released on a fly.

Take about a fun catch right there… that’s a big ol’ bass to catch on a fly rod.

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“On December 30, 2023, IGFA Captain Tom Weaver was fishing out of Annapolis, Maryland, US, aboard his boat Miss Jimmy when this 102-centimeter striped bass struck his fly.

After a 22-minute fight, Weaver boated the fish and quickly recorded a measurement on his Official IGFA Measuring Device before releasing the fish safely.

With this fish, Tom has set the new IGFA All-Tackle Length Fly World Record for the species.”

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• Dark Matter season 1 ends with an ambiguous but exciting cliffhanger, leaving room for more multiversal adventures.
• "Jupiter" Jason protects his family and plans to escape to a parallel world for peace, hinting at future challenges.
• The finale sets up potential team-ups and villain arcs, with a focus on parallel worlds and entangled Jasons.

Although Dark Matter season 1's ending brings a well-rounded closure to many underlying storylines, it also makes room for another season by intentionally leaving viewers with several intriguing cliffhangers. After walking through Jason's multiversal travels throughout its runtime and introducing many alternate versions of him in episode 8, Dark Matter episode 9 highlights how the "Jupiter" Jason reconnects with his family while attempting to protect them from his alternate counterparts. Meanwhile, a scarred version of Jason1 tortures Jason2, reminding him of the mess he created.

Despite facing several challenges in Dark Matter 's episodes 8 and 9, "Jupiter" Jason manages to protect his family. He also realizes he must escape to another parallel world with them to ensure they can live the rest of their lives in peace. With this, Dark Matter season 1 reaches its end, revealing little about the other Jasons' fate and the world Daniela, "Jupiter" Jason, and Charlie end up in. Without giving away too much, it also hints there is more to Ryan1, Amanda, Blaire, and Dawn's arc than meets the eye.

Blake Crouch is both the author of the 2016 novel, as well as the showrunner for Apple TV+'s Dark Matter adaptation, but Crouch has made some changes.

Likely A World Where Alternate Versions Of Them Do Not Exist

Dark Matter season 1's ending maintains an air of ambiguity surrounding which universe the three characters end up in after leaving their original world. This suggests that Jason either took them to a familiar world he has previously visited or manifested an entirely new world to keep his family safe from the other Jasons. Since nearly all the worlds he previously encountered during his multiversal travels were post-apocalyptic and dangerous for humans, he likely chose the utopian world where he left Amanda behind.

Regardless of where Jason, Daniela, and Charlie end up in Dark Matter season 1's episodes, they will eventually encounter other evil variants of Jason who would want Daniela and Charlie back.

If this is true, he will, sooner or later, encounter Amanda and Ryan1. Jason might have also manifested a world similar to his own to ensure Daniela and Charlie could adapt easily. However, he must have also ensured that alternate versions of all three of them do not exist in the new world they have landed in because that could again create many complications and potentially put his family at risk. Regardless of where Jason, Daniela, and Charlie end up in Dark Matter season 1's episodes, they will eventually encounter other evil variants of Jason who would want Daniela and Charlie back.

It must be noted that Charlie opens the door to the new universe in the climatic scene, suggesting that Jason let him decide which parallel world they should go to. This would prevent other Jasons from tracking them down and also allow them to live in a world Jason has not previously explored. However, it seems unlikely that Charlie manifested the new world because, as seen in earlier episodes, it takes a lot of training to master the skill of finding a safe reality through The Box .

Dark Matter Season 1's Sets Up A New Team Up

Before the credits start rolling, Dark Matter season 1 features a sequence in which Ryan1 prepares the central drug in his world and later encounters Amanda. In the brief scene where he crosses paths with Amanda, she asks him if they know each other. He says that even though they do not know each other, he has been looking for her. Given how Jason2 did not mention Amanda to Ryan1 during their brief interaction in the original Jason1 universe, it seems strange that Ryan1 even knows about her.

The final shot of Ryan1 and Amanda in Dark Matter seemingly confirms the two will team up in a potential follow-up season.

The scene even suggests that Ryan1 somehow knows Amanda, like him, is originally from a different world, which is something season 2 will likely explain. However, since Ryan1 starts creating more of the central drug in Dark Matter season 1's finale, he likely plans to return to The Box and explore more worlds . He realizes the risks associated with it and probably wants Amanda to guide him on how The Box works. The final shot of Ryan1 and Amanda in Dark Matter seemingly confirms the two will team up in a potential follow-up season.

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They Wanted Daniela To Be Happy

Throughout Dark Matter season 1's finale, Jason struggles to protect Daniela and Charlie as many other variants of him attempt to attack him. Things get even uglier when Daniela takes Jason's laptop, opens the message board with other Jasons, and informs them that she has chosen to stay with the Jason she is currently with. While many Jasons do not take this news too well and set out to wage war against the chosen "Jupiter" Jason, several others realize that not all of them can have Daniela and Charlie .

Therefore, instead of fighting each other, they understand they must prioritize Daniela and Charlie's happiness instead of being driven by their selfish pursuit of reuniting with their family. As a result, the Jasons, who hold similar beliefs about letting Daniela go, show up near The Box to bid their final farewell. Some Jasons reconsider their decision, but one Jason leads the chosen Jason, Daniela, and Charlie to safety. Given how only a few Jasons accept that Daniela would be better off without them, there are probably many other evil Jasons who will continue looking for her.

Jason2 Realizes Where He Went Wrong

After being the main villain throughout Dark Matter season 1's runtime, Jason2 has a change of heart. He encounters a more calloused version of Jason1, making him realize how inventing The Box was the biggest mistake of his life. As his voice note for Daniela later reveals, he got so consumed by his pursuit of chasing the life he never had and making up for his regrets that he completely ignored how his decisions would affect the lives of Daniela, Charlie, and all other alternate versions of himself. He understands that Daniela would never be happy with him because she was never his Daniela in the first place .

To find a semblance of redemption in Dark Matter episode 9's final arc, he rescues the "chosen" Jason, Daniela, and Charlie from other violent Jasons and helps them leave. He gives them a car and even leaves several ampules of the drug for them, realizing that they will have to move to another parallel world to find peace. In Dark Matter season 1's finale, Jason 2 also grasps how much Amanda loved him, which will likely prompt him to get back in the box and get her back before it is too late.

The Apple TV+ Show Promises Their Return In Season 2

In its closing sequence, Dark Matter season 1 also gives a glimpse of Dawn (presumably from Jason2's universe), Leighton (from Jason1's universe, and Blaire (from Jason2's universe). While Dawn looks at The Box and seemingly thinks about using it, Blaire finally prepares to return to The Box after fearing it for a long time. Meanwhile, Leighton seems to be having the time of his life as he travels from one parallel world to another in his quest to find the best alternate reality. In the original Blake Crouch books, all three characters barely have any significance .

By highlighting how they, too, are going to be integral to the overarching narrative, Dark Matter sets up an intriguing narrative expansion of its source material. Since Leighton and Blaire are on a quest to find the perfect reality, they could end up in the same utopian world as Ryan1 and Amanda. To seek revenge on Jason1, Dawn could become Dark Matter 's future villain after she uses The Box to find him in his world. However, since learning how to use The Box requires patience and practice, it would be interesting to see all the worlds she will encounter before reaching her desired world.

Apple TV+'s Dark Matter's compelling drama is not only driven by intriguing sci-fi concepts but also by the brilliant performances of cast members.

Dark Matter Interprets The Scientific Concept From A Philosophical Lens

Since Dark Matter 's episode 9 is titled "Entanglement," it is worth discussing what it means in quantum physics and how the Apple TV+ sci-fi show aligns with its exploration of parallel worlds. In quantum physics, entanglement is a phenomenon where two or more particles are connected in such a way that the properties of one particle can instantaneously affect the ones of others . Dark Matter portrays this by showing how all Jasons think the same. When the "chosen" Jason first accesses the Jason chatroom, he receives several similar messages from many Jasons.

The "entanglement" also eventually helps many Jasons realize they must let Daniela and Charlie decide which Jason they wish to be with.

He later asks Charlie and Daniela to decide where they should go next because every other Jason is entangled with him and would think exactly the way he does. Towards the episode's final arc, so many Jasons also show up near The Box because they are mentally entangled with one another, making them think exactly like the "chosen" Jason. The "entanglement" also eventually helps many Jasons realize they must let Daniela and Charlie decide which Jason they wish to be with.

Dark Matter Season 1's Ending Perfectly Paves The Way For More Multiversal Adventures

By not revealing which world Jason, Daniela, and Charlie settle in, Dark Matter season 1 leaves viewers with a major cliffhanger that makes it hard not to wonder if the three characters have completely evaded danger from the evil alternate Jasons. The closing sequence also sets the stage for Ryan1, Amanda, Blaire, and Leighton's return in season 2, opening the floodgates of more multiversal adventures from their individual perspectives . Given how Dark Matter season 1 primarily focuses on Jason, Daniela, and Amanda, it would be interesting to see how season 2 will accommodate and balance other characters' narratives.

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Based on his novel of the same name, Dark Matter is a sci-fi drama-thriller television series created for Apple TV+ by Blake Crouch. The series follows a physicist who is kidnapped and thrown into an alternate reality where he witnesses one potential path his life could have taken. However, he learns that the lives of his family are in jeopardy by an alternate version of himself.

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The 17 Best Things From Girlfriend Collective’s Anniversary Sale

Say happy eighth birthday to Girlfriend Collective , the sustainable activewear brand that we’ve been big fans of ever since it released its first pair of leggings made from recycled plastic back in 2016. There’s a sitewide anniversary sale (ending July 4) to celebrate, which means that all the  yoga pants ,  unitards , and  compression bras  our writers have sworn by time and again are at least 25 percent off right now.

I’ve spent a few hours trawling for the best deals, and the deep sale section is where things get really interesting, with some styles marked down as much as 70 percent off. This means it’s a great time to stock up on tried-and-true, Strat-approved  workout  (or  work-from-home ) gear that’s unusually size-inclusive and comfortable, not to mention constructed from recycled bottles and fishing nets. With all the products below, it’s worth clicking around a bit, as some seasonal colorways are more steeply discounted than the brand’s core range.

Bras and tees

This lightweight bra (that Luster  author Raven Leilani  wears on “long walks, often from Brooklyn into Manhattan”) is a particularly easy purchase at $23.

Model and writer Lydia Okello  says that this halter neck offers enough support for intensive workouts.

I’m into this super-minimal bra, which Rachel Warren, the founding instructor at  Forward Space , says is ideal for medium-impact workouts like biking or boxing.

“The Paloma stays put, is structural, and feels like it’s really supporting my chest without compromising comfort,” writes Strategist contributor Brodie Lancaster in her guide to the best  work-from-home bras .

Summer is here. Do you have enough white tanks in your drawer?

You could wear this cute crop top at the gym or out on the town.

A very pretty scooped tee for under 20 bucks.

Leggings, shorts, and skorts

Leilani pairs her bra with these matching leggings, made from Girlfriend Collective’s thin and stretchy Float fabric.

Excellent and affordable maternity leggings, whether you’re expecting or seeking a thoughtful gift for a soon-to-be mom .

These are among my very favorite pairs of yoga pants , and I also like wearing them when running or just shuffling around the house.

While purist yogis sometimes prefer to go without pockets (too much bulk on the mat), they can come in pretty handy at the gym or when running errands.

Behold: the most elegant skort ever, with two hidden side pockets for your phone and keys.

This is such a great price on a pair of sustainably made bike shorts. Stock up now if you need to.

Dresses, unitards, and rompers

If you like the Paloma bra (on sale above), then you’ll love the Paloma dress.

Strategist writer Dominique Pariso —  a unitard expert  — describes this one as “Tour de France meets beginner ballet class.”

This  unitard  is a favorite of social-media manager and activist  Kara Smith,  who  calls it  “flattering and functional.” I really like it for summer with a T-shirt thrown over the top.

This useful bodysuit is on sale in all colors, including black. But the toasted-walnut shade is my favorite.

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First look reveals 'spectacular new places' and 'outrageous laughs' are coming to Travel Guides 2023

Australia's favourite Guides are returning to the world stage for the sixth season of Travel Guides .

And if the sneak peek – which you can watch above – is anything to go by, the new season is going to be jam packed with new and hilarious adventures.

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"TV's greatest explorers are back for the wildest brand new adventures on planet earth," the voice-over announces.

The whole clan is back including the loveable The Fren Family , "holiday snobs" Kevin and Janetta , best mates Kev, Dorian and Teng (AKA The Target Boys) , longtime couple Matt and Brett .

Although cowgirl Stack is missing her twin sister Mel and instead has a new travel partner!

The voice-over promises "spectacular new places" are on the Travel Guides ' itinerary and the lineup does not disappoint.

Vanuatu, Malaysia , Morocco, Great Britain, Finland, South Africa are all on this year's tour.

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Even though The Frens have been at this for years, new destinations are still blowing them away.

"We don't have nothing like this in Newcastle," Victoria says of one location.

"We've got Civic Fountain it's pretty good," Mark jokes.

As always, there's lots of "outrageous laughs" coming in the new season.

The Target Boys are leaping into new activities and vision shows them riding a Penny-Fathering bicycle.

Although it seems Dorian and Teng were a little more skilled at it then Kev.

"So I jumped off and my testicles stayed on the seat," Kev tells cameras.

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While Kevin and Janetta are making new friends or rather a giraffe trying to take a swig of their wine.

"Who ever knew that giraffes like Pinot Grigio," Janetta laughs.

Watch the full trailer for Season 6 of Travel Guides in the video at the top of this article.

Travel Guides Season 6 is coming soon to Channel 9 and 9Now. You can stream complete seasons of Travel Guides for free on 9Now .

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