Fans of Channel 4's hit reality series Virgin Island can expect some 'mind-blowing' scenes in the coming weeks, according to the show's experts. The second season is currently airing, with two episodes already broadcast. The series follows 12 virgins on a luxury retreat in Croatia, where they learn about intimacy under the guidance of sex and relationship specialists.
Emotional Breakthroughs So Far
The first episode focused on shame, while the second explored turn-ons. Tuesday's instalment (April 28) featured an emotional session between 22-year-old participant Joy and sexological bodyworker Ilil Lunkry. Joy explored what arouses her and worked to release her shame around masturbation. Through tears, she said: 'Thank you very much for giving me this experience, it's such a precious feeling, really special.'
According to the show's leading experts, Dr Danielle Harel and Celeste Hirschman, there are many more breakthroughs to come. Speaking to the Mirror, Celeste said: 'They're so brave, they're really jumping in this season. I think because they have the foundation of seeing last season. Obviously Bertie's transformation is unbelievable, Joy is amazing. But we're talking about the first couple of sessions, and just wait and see what happens with everyone. It's mind-blowing.'
Danielle added: 'We had time away from them [after filming] and we didn't have any opportunities to see them because they weren't online, but if you see them on TikTok now you're just like 'Oh wow.' The confidence, the moving in the body... They're able to banter around it when before they were so shut down, which I think is just a testament to how profound the change is.'
When Is Virgin Island Next on TV?
Viewers will have to wait a few days for the next episode. The series airs twice a week on Mondays and Tuesdays at 9pm. The next episode will air on May 4.
This season has an extended run. While last year's series had six episodes, Season 2 consists of eight hour-long episodes. The full release schedule is as follows:
- Episode 1 - April 27
- Episode 2 - April 28
- Episode 3 - May 4
- Episode 4 - May 5
- Episode 5 - May 11
- Episode 6 - May 12
- Episode 7 - May 18 at 9pm
- Episode 8 - May 18 at 10pm
Episodes are available on Channel 4's catch-up service after broadcast. Virgin Island airs Monday and Tuesday nights from 9pm on Channel 4.
