Word Travels (TV Series 2008–2010) Poster

(2008–2010)

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6/10
Ok, but..
PedroPires9027 May 2020
It's a watchable show, but the presenters are very condescending and a bit arrogant sometimes, especially Julie, who always seems to think too much about herself. We can watch some interesting experiences but the tentative to be "so different" makes some episodes totally boring, with experiences that don't connect that much with a specific place (some things, you can basically do in any part of the world).

A positive point is that they don't care if they are shocking and sometimes they show things that are not politically correct to show in a tv show. However, their attitude against tourists and touristy points is annoying. I know that this is very common among travel writers and the so-called "travellers", but they should remember that without tourists and touristy sights, nobody would care about them or their magazines. There are good tourists and bad tourist. There are good travellers and bad travellers. Unfortunately, travellers don't seem to think this way and they always think they are superior human beings.
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3/10
I found the presenters lacked humility and appreciation for their privilege.
tanyagoldenberg16 June 2019
The stars/journalists came across as disingenuous, opportunistic and arrogant(snobby). I found their personalities and style of communication disturbing enough to write a review. Unlike most similar shows that I've enjoyed in the past; I found them unlikable and very agitating to watch. They seemed to talk down to the people they encountered as if they were superior in importance and intellect. Those they encountered were merely subjects to be manipulated for photo/video opportunities. The shows were culturally informative /educational; But, I could not get past the presenters and their seemingly whiney and over-privileged attitudes. I would have liked them more if they came across as more gracious (humble), appreciative and respectful regarding their opporrunities to travel the globe.
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