Favorite Travel Series
by TheMovieSmith | created - 17 Oct 2020 | updated - 25 Oct 2020 | PublicWhich of these well known travel series is your favorite?
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1. Samantha Brown's Places to Love (2018– )
Documentary, Adventure, Reality-TV
Samantha Brown explores the emotional heart of travel and the people who change, challenge and strengthen a destination.
Stars: Samantha Brown, Elizabeth O'Leary, Ellis O'Leary, Kevin J. O'Leary
Votes: 115
2. Rick Steves' Europe (2000–2023)
TV-G | 26 min | Documentary, Reality-TV
American travel authority Rick Steves guides viewers through his favorite European cities.
Stars: Rick Steves, Concepción Delgado de los Reyes, Marwa Abbas, Andreas Clemens
Votes: 681
3. Travels with Darley (2015– )
22 min | Documentary
Join travel expert Darley Newman on fascinating trips around the world to discover the best travel spots.
Stars: Darley Newman, Daniel Lahr, David Manzanares, Michelle Malentina
Votes: 18
4. Passport to Europe (2004–2006)
30 min | Adventure, Reality-TV
Travel hostess Samantha Brown explores some of the most delectable destinations on the European continent.
Star: Samantha Brown
Votes: 360
5. Down to Earth with Zac Efron (2020– )
TV-PG | 40 min | Documentary, History, Reality-TV
In this travel show, actor Zac Efron journeys around the world with wellness expert Darin Olien in search of healthy, sustainable ways to live.
Stars: Zac Efron, Darin Olien, Steve Hoffmann, Bruce Pascoe
Votes: 7,980
6. Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern (2006– )
60 min | Reality-TV
Host Andrew Zimmern explores various cultures through their cuisines.
Stars: Andrew Zimmern, Tim Mikeska, Bill Esparza, Arturo Feliz-Camilo
Votes: 2,574
7. Bizarre Foods: Delicious Destinations (2015–2021)
30 min | Reality-TV
Chef Andrew Zimmern experiences the legendary foods that define a location. Throughout his adventures, he discovers how these iconic foods are made and the right way to eat them.
Stars: Andrew Zimmern, Michael Rado, Manuel Fernández-Arango, Rachel Paula Green
Votes: 500
8. Jack Whitehall: Travels with My Father (2017–2021)
TV-MA | 30 min | Documentary, Comedy
Follows Jack Whitehall as he embarks on the trip of a lifetime with his father, Michael. The two set off on a journey across South East Asia to partake in a series of adventures, mishaps and escapades with two very different perspectives.
Stars: Jack Whitehall, Michael Whitehall, Hilary Whitehall, Steven Seagal
Votes: 6,053
Suggested by Pencho-15.
9. Bizarre Foods America (2012–2014)
43 min | Reality-TV
Andrew Zimmern tastes weird and wonderful foods that can be found in the US.
Stars: Andrew Zimmern, Samuel L. Jackson, Kelly Rowland, LL Cool J
Votes: 132
10. Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations (2005–2012)
TV-PG | 60 min | Documentary, Adventure, Reality-TV
Anthony Bourdain, chef, writer, traveler, visits places all around the world sampling various foods.
Stars: Anthony Bourdain, Tom Vitale, Zamir Gotta, Todd Liebler
Votes: 7,891
11. Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown (2013–2018)
TV-PG | 42 min | Documentary, Adventure
Anthony Bourdain visits countries, delving into their political issues as well as indigenous food and culture.
Stars: Anthony Bourdain, Tom Vitale, David Scott Holloway, Eric Ripert
Votes: 6,930
12. Man vs. Wild (2006–2020)
TV-PG | 60 min | Adventure, Reality-TV
Bear Grylls travels the world in search of challenges to his survival skills.
Stars: Bear Grylls, Chris Kratt, Will Ferrell, Sean Lacoste
Votes: 23,271
Suggested by Bonafide Boss.
13. Long Way Round (2004– )
TV-PG | 32 min | Documentary, Adventure
Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman embark on a grueling quest to motorbike from London to New York. Going east through Europe, Asia and then to Alaska, they experience different cultures and have to overcome the elements and adversity.
Stars: Ewan McGregor, Charley Boorman, David Alexanian, Russ Malkin
Votes: 15,287
Suggested by Jessica.
14. Long Way Down (2007)
TV-MA | 52 min | Documentary
Two guys take a trip of several months on motorcycles. They travel from the North of Scotland, down through Europe, into Africa, finally winding up in Cape Town, South Africa.
Stars: Ewan McGregor, Charley Boorman, David Alexanian, Russ Malkin
Votes: 6,694
Suggested by Jessica.
15. Equitrekking (2007– )
30 min | Documentary, History, Sport
Host and equestrian travel expert Darley Newman takes viewers on exciting travel adventures around the world. In each episode Darley rides horses with local people to explore history, culture, food and adventure.
Star: Darley Newman
Votes: 13
16. Samantha Brown: Passport to Latin America (2007–2008)
Adventure, Reality-TV
Hola, Samantha! Travel expert Samantha Brown is back and headed south of the border to experience the passion, color and diversity of Latin America. During her adventures, Samantha offers ... See full summary »
Star: Samantha Brown
Votes: 56
17. Globe Trekker (1994– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary, Adventure
The hosts travel to various destinations around the world. As they do, you view their experiences and listen to their critiques along the way.
Stars: Ian Wright, Justine Shapiro, Megan McCormick, Zay Harding
Votes: 906
Aka: Lonely Planet. Also this choice for any of it's spin-off series. Suggested by Pencho-15.
18. The Amazing Race (2001– )
TV-PG | 60 min | Adventure, Family, Reality-TV
Multiple teams race around the globe for $1,000,000 to 'amazing' locations.
Stars: Phil Keoghan, Joyce Agu, Uchenna Agu, Jet McCoy
Votes: 15,544
Also select for any of its International versions. Suggested by Pencho-15.
19. Trip Flip (2012– )
TV-PG | 30 min | Reality-TV
Host Bert Kreischer surprises unsuspecting American vacationers by throwing away the guidebook and taking them off-the-beaten-path. It's the vacation they never saw coming.
Stars: Bert Kreischer, Jake Kaplan, Matt Haeger, Michael Cerveris
Votes: 82
Suggested by Pencho-15.
20. The Unseen World (2019– )
21 min | History, Reality-TV
A travel and adventure series documenting curiosities, oddities, and wonders across America.
Stars: Mark Winston, Gary Hauk, George Lowe, Jeff Wamsley
Suggested by Pencho-15.
21. Travel Guides (2017– )
Reality-TV
With humour from personal insights, five very different groups of people experience then rate the offerings of popular tourist destinations in Australia and around the world.
Stars: Jonathan Fren, Victoria Fren, Mark Fren, Cathy Fren
Votes: 161
Suggested by Pencho-15.
22. The Moaning of Life (2013–2015)
TV-14 | 44 min | Adventure, Comedy, Reality-TV
Karl is faced with the different aspects of life by travelling around the world and discovering how different people face life's challenges.
Stars: Karl Pilkington, John Montgomery, Richard Yee, Aaron Mann
Votes: 6,719
Suggested by Pencho-15.
23. Dark Tourist (2018)
TV-MA | 40 min | Documentary, Adventure
From a nuclear lake to a haunted forest, New Zealand filmmaker and journalist David Farrier ('Tickled') visits unusual -- and often macabre -- tourism spots around the world.
Stars: David Farrier, Christian Wolf, Jhon Jairo Velásquez, Scott Michaels
Votes: 8,169
Suggested by Pencho-15.
24. Departures (2008– )
46 min | Documentary, Adventure
Aimed at the adventure seeker, Departures is an action-packed and personal journey about two travelers. Scott Wilson and Justin Lukach leave their lives behind in search of unique ... See full summary »
Stars: Scott Wilson, Justin Lukach, Andre Dupuis
Votes: 2,319
Suggested by Pencho-15.
25. Un país para comérselo (2010–2014)
Stars: Imanol Arias, Juan Echanove, Tonino, Ana Duato
Votes: 18
Suggested by Pencho-15.
26. I'll Have What Phil's Having (2015)
60 min | Documentary
In I'LL HAVE WHAT PHIL'S HAVING, Rosenthal sets his sights on kitchens both on and off the well-worn gastronomic path, where he meets those who are keeping traditions alive and creating new... See full summary »
Stars: Phil Rosenthal, Monica Horan, Lily Rosenthal, Allison Janney
Votes: 580
Suggested by Pencho-15.
27. Rogue Trip (2020)
TV-14 | 40 min | Documentary, Adventure
It is a travel guide to all the places the average tourist is least likely to venture - the frequently overlooked corners of the world.
Stars: Bob Woodruff, Mack Woodruff, Neha Shastry, Cathryn Woodruff
Votes: 206
Suggested by Pencho-15.
28. Gaycation (2016– )
TV-14 | 60 min | Documentary
Elliot Page and Ian Daniel set off on a journey to explore the multiplicity of LGBTQ experiences around the world, getting up close with moving stories of struggle and triumph.
Stars: Ian Daniel, Elliot Page, Jair Bolsonaro, Alex Schmider
Votes: 1,517
Suggested by Pencho-15.
29. Around the World in 80 Days (II) (1989)
49 min | Documentary
Michael Palin attempts to copy the exploits of fictional character Phileas Fogg, by trying to travel around the world (without flying) in 80 days.
Stars: Michael Palin, Basil Pao, Chris Collins, Terry Gilliam
Votes: 1,928
Suggested by Tsarstepan.
30. Pole to Pole (1992– )
50 min | Adventure, Documentary
Michael Palin undertakes a journey by the most direct route possible with the most land to cross from the North Pole to the South Pole.
Stars: Michael Palin, Neil Hardwick, Lasse Lehtinen, Graham Hancock
Votes: 1,428
Suggested by Tsarstepan.
31. Full Circle with Michael Palin (1997– )
500 min | Adventure, Documentary
Michael Palin embarks on another epic journey of exploration and adventure, this time 15,000 miles through 18 countries around the Pacific rim.
Stars: Michael Palin, Rob Hehnlin
Votes: 1,270
Suggested by Tsarstepan.
32. Travel Man: 48 Hours in... (2015– )
Not Rated | 24 min | Documentary, Adventure, Comedy
British comedian Richard Ayoade and a celebrity guest, usually from the comedy world, spend 48 hours in a popular city to discover the must see tourist attractions.
Stars: Richard Ayoade, Joe Lycett, Stephen Mangan, Roisin Conaty
Votes: 3,324
Suggested by pbn.
33. Wild Travels (2018– )
TV-PG | 30 min | Comedy, History, Reality-TV
WILD TRAVELS goes off the beaten path to celebrate America's unusual festivals, unknown museums and unconventional characters. It's intelligent, funny, and a bit irreverent, spotlighting our country's quirkiest people and places.
Stars: Will Clinger, Dr. Evermor, Craig Harvey, Bob Marvy
Votes: 17
34. Taste the Nation with Padma Lakshmi (2020– )
TV-14 | 30 min | Adventure, Reality-TV
Host Padma Lakshmi takes audiences on a journey across America, exploring the rich and diverse food culture of various immigrant groups, seeking out the people who have so heavily shaped what American food is today.
Stars: Padma Lakshmi, Margaret Brennan, Ed O'Keefe, Pete Buttigieg
Votes: 723
35. Earth Odyssey with Dylan Dreyer (2019– )
TV-PG | 22 min | Documentary, Adventure
Earth Odyssey with Dylan Dreyer is a live action, half-hour television program that will take viewers on an incredible journey to the wildest points of the globe, uncovering the connection ... See full summary »
Star: Dylan Dreyer
Votes: 48
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