'Strange New Worlds' latest 'Hangover'-inspired episode is a reminder that 'Star Trek' vacations are never a good idea
Seeking rest or relaxation? You're unlikely to find either on a "Star Trek" holiday
"Star Trek: Strange New Worlds" recently featured an episode titled "Human Best Friend" that echoes the "Hangover" experience, highlighting that vacations aboard starships are rarely as relaxing as expected. Despite numerous examples of crew members seeking respite, each encounter has proven disastrous. In "Shore Leave," Kirk and the crew of the original series find themselves face-to-face with a mind-reading robot and a resurrected Dr. McCoy, leading to a disastrous outcome.
Season 1's "Once Upon a Planet" sees the Enterprise visit a pleasure planet run by an angry computer, resulting in a series of catastrophic events. The "Next Generation" era brought Risa, the ultimate vacation spot, but even Picard's well-intentioned trip resulted in an Indiana Jones-style adventure. When it comes to paradise, Worf's experience on Risa proved that he, too, is not a merry man, sabotaging the planet's weather systems.
In "Deep Space Nine," Sisko's attempt at a family vacation ends in disaster when his homemade lightship warps them into uncharted waters, and they run into the Cardassians. In "Strange New Worlds," the latest episode, Pike and his crew embark on shore leave, only to experience a series of hilarious misadventures akin to a "Hangover" experience, including questionable facial tattoos that will haunt them for life.
Despite the potential drawbacks, fans can rest assured that whatever happens on shore leave stays on shore leave in the Star Trek universe.
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