A few days into the new season, survivors arrived at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport ready to chase the challenge ahead. They left behind loved ones, jobs, commitments, and worries, carrying only what mattered most as they set their sights on an island adventure that would test every limit. The group prepared to embrace the unknown and experience the journey to its fullest.
Carmen Borrego walked with a light suitcase, trying to appear calm for her nephew, Alejandra Rubio, and her evolving relationship with Carlo Costanzia. She projected confidence about their future as a couple and believed happiness would prevail in her absence. “Why would anything change? Let them all be happy, and I will try to be happy from there because I know they will all be happy”, she said, radiating warmth for those she cares about. Kike Calleja emphasized how meaningful it was for him to share his experiences with Carmen Borrego, a close friend within the Campos circle, and he spoke of supporting her every step of the way. He hoped to savor the experience fully and, in doing so, please his other friends. He even joked about leaving a personal memento behind, explaining that the red jacket would go to Lequio if he wanted to borrow it.
Arkano left Spain ready to bring his best on the reality stage, certain that he could claim the crown while staying true to his music. “Man, I’m going to sing. I’m going to sing anything they want me to!” he said into the microphones, exuding a mix of nerves and excitement. Miri Pérez-Cabrero also expressed confidence in his improv skills, envisioning how his chef background would help him navigate the island kitchen space and transform the available ingredients into something memorable.
Ángel Cristo Jr. quietly said goodbye to the capital, unfazed by threats of a lawsuit from Bárbara Rey or Sofía Cristo. He assured that he wouldn’t be tied up in disputes and planned to focus on enjoying the experience. He hinted that certain comforts, like Iberian ham, would be missed but could not outweigh the thrill of what lay ahead. Javier Ungría smiled when asked whether his heart was open to love, a question his companions seemed to tease him about. Aurah Ruiz and Blanca Manchón returned the smiles, nudging him with light-hearted encouragement as he simply replied, “alright, alright.”
Arantxa del Sol explained his survival strategy: they would eat what they could, focusing on resourcefulness and resilience. He did not dismiss the idea of testing his appetite, yet he was also eager to say goodbye to Finito de Córdoba and his children, a moment that underscored the emotional toll of starting a new chapter. He left with the belief that dreams, even distant ones, were worth pursuing. The lineup of competitors visible among them included Reuben Torres, Rocío Madrid, Pedro García Aguado, and Lorena Morlote, all ready to trade familiar routines for a new life chapter filled with challenges and surprises. As they traversed the airport corridors, they stepped toward an entirely new adventure, feeling the mix of nerves and anticipation that accompanies such a leap.
A concise list soon confirmed which competitors would travel onward to Cayos Cochinos, marking the next phase of this island journey. The air carried a blend of excitement and seriousness, a reminder that every move could shape the course of the season and reveal what each contestant was truly capable of when pressed to the limit. The moment underscored how quickly normal life can give way to a demanding, unfamiliar world where every decision matters and resilience becomes the core currency of success. In the days ahead, viewers would watch as alliances formed, strategies emerged, and personal stories intertwined with the harsh realities of survival on a remote paradise, while the island itself prepared to challenge them in ways they had never anticipated.
Citations accompany the scene-setting as observers track the emotional tides and strategic sparks that accompany the early arrivals. This moment marks the start of a voyage where each participant carries not only gear and dreams but also the quiet weight of the people they’ve left behind and the stories they hope to write under the bright island sun.