‘Great Guide 2.5’ Cast Dives into Laotian Culture: From Secret Lagoons to Alms Giving

The cast members of MBC Every1's 'Great Guide 2.5-Great Troublesome Guide' (hereinafter referred to as 'Great Guide') fully immersed themselves in the rich culture of Laos, delivering laughter and profound moments to viewers.

In the 8th episode aired on the 16th, cast members Kim Dae-ho, Choi Daniel, Jeon So-min, and Park Ji-min were seen enjoying a water play session at the secluded Secret Lagoon in Vang Vieng, Laos. The experience was so liberating that even Choi Daniel, who initially had a fear of water, jumped in, and everyone else reveled in the freedom of nature. Park Ji-min specifically expressed a unique sense of satisfaction, remarking, “I feel so free, even though I haven’t quit my job,” akin to a vacationing office worker.

Following their aquatic adventure, the group embarked on an exotic experience of shampoo massages and ear cleaning. Kim Dae-ho, who had been uncomfortable due to his inability to wash his hair because of his cornrow hairstyle, expressed great satisfaction with the custom massage. Meanwhile, Jeon So-min and Choi Daniel left the studio in shock and laughter when surprisingly large earwax was discovered during their ear cleaning sessions. Choi Daniel’s exceptionally large earwax, in particular, astonished everyone present.

The next morning, the cast members participated in the traditional Laotian alms giving ceremony, known as 'Tak Bat'. Engaging in the solemn ritual of offering food to monks, they displayed a rare seriousness and reverence. Kim Dae-ho was deeply moved, stating, “I was overwhelmed. This was my first time experiencing something like this,” and strongly recommended the alms giving ceremony to viewers.

The final itinerary, prepared by Choi Daniel, was a camping trip. However, the journey to the campsite involved navigating challenging terrains, crossing mountains and rivers. Despite the arduous path, which even seasoned camper Kim Dae-ho found excessive, the breathtaking view upon arrival at the campsite—offering panoramic views of clouds below—transformed everyone's expressions. The episode concludes with anticipation building around how the cast will wrap up their Laotian journey at this picturesque cloud-level campsite.

Netizens reacted with comments such as, 'The chemistry of the whole cast is amazing!', 'I was surprised by how reverent they looked during the alms giving ceremony', and 'Looking forward to the next travel destination!'