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How ‘The Challenge’ Turned Thailand’s Heat and Streets Into Part of the Competition

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How ‘The Challenge’ Turned Thailand’s Heat and Streets Into Part of the Competition
Sep 2, 2026 8:00am PT How ‘The Challenge’ Turned Thailand’s Heat and Streets Into Part of the Competition

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T.J. Lavin has hosted “The Challenge” across the globe, but Thailand left an impression that outlasted the shoot.

“It was one of the most incredible and fun places that I’ve ever been. I absolutely loved it. Not to mention, foot massages on the daily were amazing. The people are the sweetest in the world for sure,” he tells Variety. Away from the cameras, he found a new favorite mode of transport. “I had no idea that we never needed a car in Thailand. Scooters are my way of traveling, specifically by motor scooter. Absolutely love them,” he says.

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