The program 'Living Report' has captured viewers' attention by releasing unique information about living abroad in a camping car, overflowing with romance and emotion.

In the episode aired on the 9th on MBN and MBC DramaNet's variety show 'Living Report,' the couple Jeon Jin and Ryu I-seo appeared together as 'clients seeking to experience living abroad,' requesting a customized guide to realize their overseas living dreams. Jasson and Lee Ji-hye recommended Turkey and New Zealand, respectively, while introducing the charms and useful information about the two countries, resulting in the couple ultimately choosing New Zealand, giving Lee Ji-hye her first victory.

During the opening, Kim Seong-joo noted, 'The 5060 generation, the last generation supporting their parents and the first generation not supported by their children, is showing increasing interest in living abroad.' He added, 'I’m also starting to think about retirement soon, so it doesn’t feel like someone else’s business,' leading to Lee Ji-hye asking, 'When are you thinking of retiring?' to which Kim Seong-joo replied, 'If there’s no work, I should retire tomorrow. But if work comes in, I’ll keep going,' making everyone burst into laughter.

In a cheerful atmosphere, the couple Jeon Jin and Ryu I-seo, who are in their 6th year of marriage, appeared in the studio. Jeon Jin expressed his desire to experience living abroad in a camping car, saying, 'Due to COVID-19, we couldn’t go on a honeymoon abroad and just camped domestically for a short time.' He shared his dream of living in a camping car overseas for about a month. In particular, Jeon Jin laid out his conditions, stating, 'I want a place where I can have various activities and where even random photos turn out to be great shots. I'm thinking of budgeting around 3.5 million won excluding the camping car rental fee.' In response, Jasson and Lee Ji-hye each recommended Turkey and New Zealand, sparking a fierce competition to win the couple’s hearts.

First, Jasson introduced Turkey, the 'cultural crossroads' that spans both Europe and Asia, noting, 'Camping and travel across continents is possible here.' The couple, who are a 'Korea-Turkey' pair, Nokuk-han and Aeil-ryul, was dispatched as 'living guides' and announced they would rent a camping car in Ankara, the capital of Turkey, and declare their intention to travel to the coastal city of Antalya on the Mediterranean. Shortly after, having rented a cozy camping car, the couple joyfully drove along, stopping to enjoy coffee as soon as they found a nice spot. Kim Seong-joo marveled at their enjoyment, saying, 'This is one of the advantages of camping car travel,' and Jeon Jin added, 'The scenery looks like it could be a masterpiece even when randomly taken.' When they arrived in Antalya, known as the 'resort of the gods,' they were greeted with stunning coastal views. The preserved Ottoman houses in the Kaleiçi alley and the signature Mediterranean fish fry kebabs captured their attention.

As evening approached, the couple went shopping. In Turkey, an Islamic culture region where pork is not available, lamb and beef were sold at low prices. With a nomadic lifestyle contributing to the development of dairy products in Turkey, yogurt was priced at 5,000 won for 3 kg, and Kaymak, popular as a premium dessert in Korea, was surprisingly only 2,100 won for 100 g. After arriving at a camping site costing 60,000 won per night, the couple enjoyed a delightful meal under the pouring starlight, wrapping up their day in the camping spirit. The next day, they moved to Tuz Gölü, Turkey's second-largest salt lake, which impressively transforms into a pink color during spring and summer due to red tide, leaving them in awe of its fantastic visuals. Additionally, they introduced the unique volcanic landscape of Cappadocia, where Neil Armstrong famously expressed, 'If I had known sooner, I wouldn't have gone to the moon,' along with the romantic sunset in Love Valley and the balloon tours that require three generations to earn enough virtue for success.

As the report on the 'living in a camping car' experience in wonderful Turkey concluded, Lee Ji-hye countered by introducing New Zealand, often referred to as 'the paradise for campers.' The couple Kim Soo-bin and Seo Dong-min, called upon as 'living guides,' revealed that they have been living in a camping car for over a year, raising expectations for practical information. They have purchased a fully equipped second-hand camping car with a hot shower, bathroom, and kitchen at a price of 30 million won, appealing that they are living with 'zero accommodation costs' in a New Zealand where the monthly rent for a two-room apartment in Auckland is 2 million won. Shortly after, the two headed to a supermarket, generously sharing their food cost-saving tips. In New Zealand, beef sirloin is 30,000 won per kg, about one-third the price compared to Korea, but Seo Dong-min explained, 'In New Zealand, labor costs are high, so boneless meat tends to be much more expensive.' He also added a helpful tip, saying, 'Don’t throw away your receipts as there are discount coupons available through gas stations linked with supermarkets.' After finishing their shopping, the couple shared an 'off-the-beaten-path' free camping site, Tuapiro, located opposite the crowded Waihi Beach, with viewers. Meanwhile, they enjoyed a natural hot spring spa on New Zealand's North Island, known for its volcanic terrain, and attempted a bungee jump from a height of 47 m in the 'home of bungee jumping,' providing plenty of healing to the audience.

With the attractions of the two countries fully revealed, Jeon Jin and Ryu I-seo ultimately chose New Zealand after much consideration. Jeon Jin expressed, 'I was drawn to the beauty of nature,' while Ryu I-seo added, 'I liked the mild weather,' explaining their reasons for selecting New Zealand. Kim Seong-joo also resonated with their choice, stating, 'If it were just me and my wife, I would go to Turkey, but if I'm going with kids, New Zealand is the way to go,' garnering consensus from everyone.

The program 'Living Report' airs every Wednesday at 10:20 p.m. on MBN and MBC DramaNet.

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