Four Men and a Lady

Wilco and Anja Drew have three very young boys, Olli, Max and Freddie. That sounds like trouble in itself but it gets worse. They decide to travel the world with their young brood to prove that having young children shouldn't necessarily mean holidays need to be spent close to home. First stop Cape Town, second stop Cape Town hospital, as, despite rigorous childproofing of their room, Freddie has fallen onto a concrete floor and needs a brain scan. That would be most people's signal to pack up and head for home but the Drews are made of sterner stuff. So off they continue through Perth, Hong Kong, Moscow and Oslo, ending the trip by driving coast to coast across America. Four Men and a Lady is a fascinating look at the triumphs and traumas of travelling with kids. They made it but they certainly packed in a lot of mayhem along the way.

 

No. of Episodes: 13

Episodes

1  Cape Town

Table Mountain, baby safaris, sandy beaches and penguins. Cape Town is Africa made easy for toddler travelling. The Drews endure a few nightmare hours after Freddie's big fall, landing him in hospital to have a brain scan. Despite the drama, all works out well in the end.
Duration: 30'

 

2  Perth

Perhaps the most child friendly city in the world, Perth has it all - koalas and kangaroos for the boys to chase, while Dad catches his first surf waves. And after a hot day pedalling her boys around Rottenest Island, Mum can kick back with great local wines.
Duration: 30'

 

3  Hong Kong

Is this city just a huge Asian business hub, jam packed with people and skyscrapers? Or could it be a suitable destination for a family holiday? Ever keen to find out, the Drews make their way around by ferry, metro, bus and train. The mission is to uncover the Hong Kong for kids.
Duration: 30'

 

4  Moscow

Things in Moscow do not start well, shortly after arriving the policeman explains: "Pay $200 or come to prison!" putting an end to the kids enjoying the 'nee noor' car, as Mum and Dad pay up. The gang also gets to stay in a traditional family Dacha and swim with dolphins in the old Olympic pool.
Duration: 30'

 

5  St Petersburg

Despite a very long rail trip across Russia to its most Western Point, there is plenty on offer for everyone, from Gorky Park and the State Circus to the Hermitage and Fontanka. They do not get much sleep, however, as the light nights make bedtime impossible!
Duration: 30'

 

6  Oslo

Oslo is the world's largest village and extremely family friendly. Its highlights include wonderful parks, a beautiful harbour and breathtaking fjords. The family endures terrible weather during their stay and although they have a brilliant time, the prices pose some challenges for the parents.
Duration: 30'

 

7  London

Back in the UK, but not yet home, the Drews take on London. Without doubt one of the most incredible destinations for kids, with everything you could ever want on offer. But can they find family fun without breaking the bank?
Duration: 30'

 

8  San Francisco

Jet lag hits hard upon arrival in San Francisco, and nobody wants to sleep past 3am! Once they have woken up, the team explores the big bridge, Alcatraz and Pier 39.
Duration: 30'

 

9  Yosemite

Home for the next few months is 32 foot long with big wheels; the family first camps with the new RV in Yosemite National Park, then heads through Death Valley to Nevada amid snow blizzards, forcing some changes in the route.
Duration: 30'

 

10  Vegas & the Grand Canyon

Designed for the child within us all and not particularly for toddlers, Vegas is hardly an obvious choice for a break with a very young family. But the team still finds plenty to do with Wilco and Anja even getting remarried before setting their sights on the Grand Canyon.
Duration: 30'

 

11  Cowboy Time

Anything to do with cowboys is a massive hit with the Drew boys - El Paso's boot makers, Tombstone, and desolate East Texas included. En route the family visit Mexico, Hill Country and countless other intriguing sites. The verdict is that the Wild West is in fact one of the world's easiest and family-friendly places.
Duration: 30'

 

12  New Orleans and the Deep South

The young explorers eat their way through Cajun and Creole country, convince jazz troops to play children's songs and steam up the great Mississippi river. The gang also takes time to visit shelters for families devastated by Hurricane Katrina and tour the infamous Lower Ninth Ward in New Orleans.
Duration: 30'

 

13  Florida and Home Time

Driving down the beach at Daytona, the team finally catches a glimpse of the Atlantic Ocean. 5,000 miles of road behind them since their Pacific start point. Through alligator farms and manatee waters they finally make it to the ultimate kids' paradise - Disneyland.
Duration: 30'

 

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