The children of Isa Hoes were surprised by their mother on the set of Verliefd op Curaçao, a Dutch reality television show. A video documenting the surprise is available online.
Verliefd op Curaçao and Isa Hoes
Verliefd op Curaçao (meaning “In Love with Curaçao”) is a Dutch dating reality show broadcast on RTL. The show features single Dutch individuals seeking romantic connections while vacationing on the Caribbean island of Curaçao. RTL is the broadcasting company.
Isa Hoes is a Dutch actress and television personality who participated in the show. She is known for roles in Dutch films and television series, including Goede Tijden, Slechte Tijden (Good Times, Bad Times). IMDb provides a filmography of Isa Hoes.
The Surprise Visit
The core event involves Isa Hoes arranging a surprise visit from her children while she was filming Verliefd op Curaçao. This occurred during the production of the show’s first season.
The visit was intended as a heartwarming moment for both Hoes and her children, showcasing the challenges of balancing personal life with the demands of participating in a reality television program. The surprise was captured on camera and shared online, generating media coverage in Dutch entertainment news outlets.
According to Viva.nl, the visit took place during the final week of filming in December 2022.
Curaçao as a Filming Location
Curaçao has become a popular destination for television and film production due to its tropical scenery, infrastructure, and financial incentives.
The island offers a diverse range of locations, including beaches, ancient sites, and urban areas, making it suitable for various types of productions. The Curaçao Tourist Board actively promotes the island as a filming location. Curaçao Tourist Board details the benefits of filming on the island.
in 2023, the Curaçao Film Commission reported a 20% increase in film and television production inquiries compared to the previous year, demonstrating the growing interest in the island as a filming destination.Curacao Chronicle reported on this increase.
