Overview
- ZDF aired the Auckland episode on November 23 at 20:15, continuing the long-running travel-drama franchise.
- Viewers on social media criticized stilted dialogue, the handling of a Māori haka scene, and influencer Sophia Thiel’s acting debut.
- ZDF said differing credits for Collien Ulmen‑Fernandes/Fernandes in the Mediathek reflect production timing relative to her recent name change.
- Sıla Şahin, a guest in the episode, described a six‑week shoot on the MS Amadea with overseas locations and said she had a day of seasickness.
- The network has additional pre-produced installments scheduled, with Bora Bora set for Christmas and Madikwe for New Year.