The Reluctant Traveler Season 2 Episode 5 has been one of the most anticipated episodes of the season and actor, comedian, and host, Eugene Levy has often described Italy has his favorite country in the world, which he also mentions in this episode. So undoubtedly, the bar had been set for a while, and this review of the episode will give you an insight into whether or not the Italian episode of Levy’s travel lived up to the mark.
There’s a lot to look forward to when it comes to The Reluctant Traveler Season 2 Episode 5, however, the element of uniqueness that was filled in the previous episodes remained slightly absent in this particular one. nevertheless, it was a comforting and fun watch. Keep reading our review which will help you decide whether you want to stream The Reluctant Traveler Season 2 Episode 5 or skip it!
Eugene Levy Becomes a Proper Tourist in Italy
When it comes to The Reluctant Traveler as a series, that mostly involves Eugene Levy stepping out of his comfort zone and trying new things. This would make one believe that he would have taken it up a notch after the health resort episode in Germany, however, The Reluctant Traveler Season 2 Episode 5 was a little more tame compared to it, but a fun watch nonetheless, as Levy takes on the role of a tourist, much like several others in Florence, which was his first stop.
Here, Levy was accompanied by a guide who taught him some of the popular hand gestures used in the country, but Levy was more than careful with them, which added to that unintentional humor that accompanies him more often than not.
There was plenty of art, culture and garbage trucks in Florence, and Levy also had a caricature of him made, which prompted him to smile more of him. There was plenty of sightseeing, and it is safe to say that The Reluctant Traveler Season 2 Episode 5 was the most touristy episode so far.
After Florence, Levy made his way to Tuscany, which provided an environment more suitable for him, and also plenty of wine. In the second half of the episode, Levy did not feel like a tourist, and despite the lush surroundings and comforting food, Levy did learn to harvest some wine, but appaeared to enjoy most of the process.
This part was definitely the funniest moment of The Reluctant Traveler Season 2 Episode 5, and it is always great to see Levy blend in with the locals, and learn more about their culture.
Conclusion
The episode in Germany had truly set the bar really high, and while The Reluctant Traveler Season 2 Episode 5 didn’t live up to that mark, it was an episode that Eugene Levy enjoyed and almost served as a little break before his next adventure, which will be all the way In Greece. So, make sure you stay tuned in for the next review!