Monday night I returned from my 5 day trip to Costa Rica thanks to your help voting me as the winner for NBC’s contest, ‘I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here’. I had a chance to go behind the scenes and see what really happens to those celebrities that have been competing on air for the last few weeks.

I also have a bit of gossip about Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt. All types of C-R-A-Z-Y.

Are the celebs really out there in the rain forest?

Yes they are! Believe it or not, they are really living out there 24 hours a day. I couldn’t imagine doing it, but those that signed up are on the show for great causes (plus a little press right?)

Come on! That’s impossible!

No – it’s not. I saw it with my own two eyes. I can’t say WHERE they are because the finale hasn’t aired yet, but it’s quite a drive in to see where they are staying.

Do they know where they are?

The celebs know they are in Costa Rica. But once they landed, they were flown around via helicopter for a few hours to confuse them. Someone told me that a few celebs thought they somehow made it back to Hollywood and were actually on a set. I couldn’t stop laughing about that one. I mean, how is that possible!!

But what about the wildlife?

Well, that’s something that’s not mentioned on air. NATURALLY, the number one objective is to keep these celebs safe. NBC has guards around the camp hidden from the celebs making sure no wild animals come in and attack the cast. That only makes sense – but is something that I didn’t think of.

And what about the rain?

Costa Rica has very rainy afternoons and evenings. In order to have enough footage for each day, the crew had to place a huge white tarp over the celebs. Otherwise, the group would not be able to do or shoot anything.  It POURS and is a necessity for production.

But I was told the rain comes in from the sides and leaks in due to the AMOUNT that comes down each day. So the celebs are drier than they would be if they were out there alone – but still have to face the elements.

What about their toilet?

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Celebs are told to not go to the bathroom in the rain forest on the floor because it would attract animals.  Instead, they are giving a bucket and take turns cleaning it out for the camp each night. THIS IS TRUE. I’m not kidding. Janice, Sanjaya, Holly – you name it – they did it. It is one of the nastiest jobs of the camp.

How far is the rest of the crew?

A drive away.  There are people nearby to film and light obviously. NBC brought over about 300 members of their team to help with production. It really is quite a project. And the Costa Rican’s couldn’t be happier. NBC has brought hundreds of jobs to the country. Everyone is so happy the filming is taking place in their country.

Are they desecrating the land?

No – NBC is taking great caution to keep things as natural as possible. They spruced up some already existing roads to make sure transportation to and from the camp was possible. Everything else that has been done (and it has been minimal) has been done with permission from the government.

Rice and beans? Really?

Yes, really. The cast gets a visit each meal from “runners” who bring them their meal and then leave. There are no secret Doritos bags or chocolate bars passing in and out. Everyone is keeping it as authentic as possible.

Is it a jungle?

Well, technically… no. It’s a rain forest. Why everyone is saying
jungle is beyond me?  Just semantics – but every Costa Rican I met
wanted me to clear that up, so I feel like it’s my duty to pass that
along.

What little secrets did you learn about the cast?

The celebrities who get kicked off the show are all sent to the same hotel which is where I also stayed during my visit. While speaking to the owners, I learned quite a few things about Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt.

You know how all they do is talk about Jesus and the Bible? Well, it’s not just for the camera. With just two other people who live by themselves in the middle of the rain forest – the “act” continued… which makes me believe it isn’t an act!

Spencer walked the perimeter of the hotel holding a Bible and SCREAMED the scriptures as loud as he could. He did this back and forth for everyone to hear.

Heidi kept talking about her favorite $28,000 bag.

Spencer and Heidi said they want to have children and soon because ‘God needs good children and they could produce good children’.  They then began to question why the owners of the hotel decided to not have children and insisted they needed to find Jesus over their decision.

Spencer ran up to someone and said he smelt the presence of the Lord and then started screaming and jumped in the river with all his clothes on.

I also had a chance to read their guestbook entry - lots of 'God Bless you' and 'Praise the Lord' and 'Hope you find the light' comments. 

Spencer also told the owners of the hotel that he will return to buy their property so he can live there. He even mapped out certain enhancements he planned on doing. 

While ordering food, he screamed out a few things he wanted, plus told the hotel owners to find a Dutch Bible and buy it so they can get closer to the Lord. 

Holly couldn’t be more different than Heidi. Everyone said she was amazing, sweet , kind and intelligent. One nice thing after another about Holly. Same goes for Daniel Baldwin.

Did you get to walk into the camp?

No, I wasn't allowed to see the ACTUAL camp. But I stood at the foot of the bridge just a few steps away from where the celebs were standing. I was also invited to watch the bug drink eating competition that aired last night, but opted against it because of the heavy rain. I was brought to where the film was shooting, I took my spot with my little umbrella and then asked for a drive back to the hotel. I couldn't handle it for the 2 hours they expected to have me out there. Besides - I think I would have thrown up had I seen that drinking competition live. ICK!

Did you have a chance to meet the hosts, Damien Fahey and Myleene Klass?

Yes, I went into their dressing rooms and had a chance to meet the two. Damien is SOOOOOO NICE AND DOWN TO EARTH! Myleene has QUITE A GRIP. Her handshake was strong and firm. I couldn't believe such a little pretty thing would hold on so tightly to my hand. ;) She was also a gem. Really sweet. No egos. Lots of nice people. 

Overall, I had a great experience! Bill and I are STILL talking about everything we got to do and see. I wrote up a personal blog post here in case you want to see some pictures. 

Thanks again to everyone who took the time out to vote for me. I can't say it enough!! You guys are truly amazing.