'Ex On The Beach: Couples': Where is the MTV reality series filmed?

In this spin-off, the couples must face a series of trials that will put their relationship to the test and help decide whether they are over their ex
PUBLISHED FEB 9, 2023
The series was recorded at an opulent villa on Spain's Gran Canaria Island (YouTube/MTVReality)
The series was recorded at an opulent villa on Spain's Gran Canaria Island (YouTube/MTVReality)

GRAN CANARIA ISLAND, SPAIN: 'Ex on the Beach: Couples' gives strife in paradise a whole new meaning! The new MTV reality dating series takes a tragic turn, following six couples who prepare to become engaged but are pulled back by former lovers. Where was the new series filmed, given that it takes place on a beautiful beach, as the title suggests? Continue reading to find out where 'Ex on the Beach: Couples' was shot.

A sequel to 'Ex on the Beach,' MTV's 'Ex on the Beach: Couples' is a dating reality TV show that follows six distinct much-in-love couples who are ready to get engaged, but there is one thing standing in their way – their various exes. In this spin-off, the couples must face a series of trials that will put their relationship to the test and help them decide whether they are over their ex. The show's scenic settings and opulent mansion, hosted by the stunning Kamie Crawford, are sure to pique your interest in the show's real filming locations. In such a case, we've got your back!

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Where is 'Ex on the Beach: Couples' filmed?

'Ex on the Beach: Couples' was shot in Spain, notably on the island of Gran Canaria. Principal filming for the first season of the spin-off series appears to have taken place in the summer of 2022. Let us now look at the exact locations where the couples' relationships are put to the test!

Many crucial moments for 'Ex on the Beach: Couples' were shot on Gran Canaria, often known as Gran Canary Island, which is the second most populated and third biggest of Spain's Canary Islands. The couples, their ex-partners, and the rest of the crew members, in particular, set up camp on the island in and around a scenic and magnificent villa, where they face a series of severe obstacles.

'Ex on the Beach: Couples' comming soon on MTV(@exonthebeach/Instagram)
'Ex on the Beach: Couples' coming soon on MTV (Instagram/@exonthebeach)

Since this is the spinoff's first season, the show was shot in Spain for the first time. In the original 'Ex on the Beach' series, the filming site changed with each season. Seasons 1, 2, 8, and 11 were all shot in Marbella, Spain's Costa del Sol area. Season 3 was set in the beautiful tourist resort of Cancun, Mexico, while Season 4 was shot in Algarve, Portugal. Several further seasons of 'Ex on the Beach' were shot in other overseas locations. Season 5 was recorded in Koh Samui, Thailand, Season 6 in Crete, Greece, Season 7 in Bali, Indonesia, and Season 9 in Tulum, Mexico.

The spinoff show will launch exclusively on MTV on Thursday, February 9, at 9 pm ET, but it will not be available for free on any platform.

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