From Rose Ceremonies to Road Trips: Buckle Up for Love, Drama, and Lost Luggage
It’s The Bachelor, ABC’s hit show, that has captivated fans for the past decade. Our love-hungry heartthrobs and starry-eyed starlets have jet-setted across the globe faster than you can say, “Will you accept this rose?” From the majestic mountains of Montana to the steamy streets of Bangkok, Thailand we’ve spared no expense in the quest for love, tears, and unforgettable helicopter rides.
So buckle up, grab your passport, and journey through the most scenic spots to find love (or at least a good Instagram photo) as we recount the last several years of “The Bachelor” franchise’s globe-trotting adventures!
Here are some of the film locations where “The Bachelor” has been filmed:
2024: Season 28, Starring Joey Graziadei
Alright, buckle up for the rollercoaster ride of romantic shenanigans! In this season of The Bachelor, our dashing hero, Joey Graziadei, sets sail (well, flies) to the charming island of Malta in the Mediterranean Sea. But let’s face it, finding love on an island is like trying to locate a pineapple in a haystack!
After surviving the drama of episode 4, Joey decides to shake things up and whisks away his gaggle of lovestruck ladies to Andalusia, Spain. Because apparently, nothing says romance like paella and flamenco dancing! But hold onto your sangria, folks, because in episode 6, Joey pulls a sneaky move and jets off with his top ten ladies to the land of maple syrup and hockey fights—Montreal, Canada! Who knew poutine could be the ultimate aphrodisiac?
Then, just when you thought things couldn’t get any wilder, Joey and his remaining six suitors venture off to Jasper, Alberta, Canada, where they brave the wilderness and probably argue about whose turn it is to build the tent.
There’s more! Joey, being the jet-setting Casanova that he is, embarks on a whirlwind tour of four hometowns across the U.S. and Canada because why limit the drama to just one continent, right?
Finally, as the tension reaches boiling point, our intrepid Bachelor and his lucky finalists take their love quest to the sunny shores of Tulum, Mexico, for some much-needed relaxation, margaritas, and possibly a few heartfelt confessions under the moonlight.
2022: Season 27, starring Zach Shallcross: This season continued the trend of diverse locations, including:
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- Budapest, Hungary: The historic city provided a backdrop for one-on-one dates and group outings.
- Vermont, New York City, Columbus (Georgia), and Austin (Texas): Hometown dates offered glimpses into the lives of the remaining contestants.
- Krabi, Thailand: The season concluded with fantasy suite dates and the final rose ceremony on the beautiful beaches.
2021: Season 26, starring Clayton Echard: This season marked a return to international travel after pandemic restrictions. Filming kicked off at the iconic Bachelor Mansion in Agoura Hills, California, followed by stunning destinations like:
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- Hvar, Croatia: The cast and crew soaked up the sun and island vibes at the Amfora Hvar Grand Beach Resort.
- Vienna, Austria: The group explored the city’s rich history and picturesque architecture.
- Iceland: They embarked on adventurous dates amidst glaciers and geothermal wonders.
- Thailand: The season culminated in romantic getaways and the dramatic finale in Krabi.
More Past Seasons:
- 2020: Season 24, starring Peter Weber, was filmed in various locations, including Los Angeles, Costa Rica, Chile, Peru, and Australia.
- 2019: Season 23, starring Colton Underwood, was filmed in various locations, including Los Angeles, Singapore, Thailand, and Portugal.
- 2018: Season 22, starring Arie Luyendyk Jr., was filmed in various locations, including Los Angeles, Lake Tahoe, Paris, Tuscany, and Peru.
- 2017: Season 21, starring Nick Viall, was filmed in various locations, including Los Angeles, Wisconsin, New Orleans, the Bahamas, and Finland.
- 2016: Season 20, starring Ben Higgins, was filmed in various locations, including Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Mexico City, the Bahamas, and Jamaica.
- 2015: Season 19, starring Chris Soules, was filmed in various locations, including Los Angeles, Santa Fe, Deadwood, San Antonio, Bali, Iowa, and Arlington.
- 2014: Season 18, starring Juan Pablo Galavis, was filmed in various locations, including Los Angeles, Seoul, Vietnam, New Zealand, Miami, and St. Lucia.
- 2013: Season 17, starring Sean Lowe, was filmed in various locations, including Los Angeles, Montana, Canada, Thailand, and Saint Lucia.
- 2012: Season 16, starring Ben Flajnik, was filmed in various locations, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Park City, Puerto Rico, Belize, and Switzerland.
- 2011: Season 15, starring Brad Womack (second time as the Bachelor), was filmed in various locations, including Los Angeles, Costa Rica, Anguilla, South Africa, and Las Vegas.
Did you know?
One lesser-known fact about “The Bachelor” franchise is that while the show often portrays exotic and luxurious destinations, the filming schedule can be rigorous for contestants. They typically spend long hours filming dates, interviews, and rose ceremonies, often with limited access to amenities and personal time.
Additionally, contestants are usually asked to keep their locations and experiences secret until episodes air, adding a layer of challenge to their intense journey to find love on reality TV.
A little history:
“The Bachelor” debuted on ABC on March 25, 2002, introducing a groundbreaking concept to reality television: one eligible man dating multiple women to find his true love and propose marriage at the end of the season. The format, created by television producer Mike Fleiss, was inspired by traditional dating shows but added a dramatic twist with rose ceremonies, where the Bachelor would offer roses to the contestants he wished to keep, signaling their advancement in the competition.
The show’s success led to multiple spin-offs, including “The Bachelorette,” where a single woman would choose from a pool of male contestants, and “Bachelor in Paradise,” a summer spin-off featuring former contestants from both shows.
“The Bachelor” has become a cultural phenomenon, attracting millions of viewers and sparking endless debates and discussions about love, relationships, and the authenticity of reality TV romance.
