By now, everyone has signed up for a streaming service or two to wind down with and get their mind off of the daily grind. No matter the preference, these days, traveling is limited, but that doesn't mean viewers can't venture into other worlds, other countries, and into the lives of people that have dedicated their time to show others what it's like to live in another culture.
Whether viewers are planning on traveling in the future or just want to vicariously get away from it all, there are quite a few shows on Netflix that can help. Wanderlust is a real thing, and especially now, viewers might want to escape with a great television show that can transport them into a different world.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner - 6.8
American restaurateur and television personality David Chang is back again with another TV series called Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner that's filled with amazing culture and cuisine. Chang hits the road and is accompanied by different celebrity guests as they explore a single city and its food scene.
Guests such as Chrissy Teigen, Seth Rogan, and Kate McKinnon pair up with Chang as they uncover new and exciting things about each other and themselves. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner is a combination of a show for foodies and travel aficionados, which is why it is such a highly-rated show.
Dark Tourist - 7.5
New Zealand filmmaker and journalist David Farrier hosts Dark Tourist, a travel show that isn't straight-ahead or normal, but instead loaded with macabre topics and unusual visits to different countries.
From haunted forests in Japan and a Jeffrey Dahmer enthusiast in the United States to a mummified corpse in Indonesia, Farrier pushes the envelope in each country as he uncovers unique rituals and off-limit areas to show viewers what being a "dark tourist" is really like.
Paul Hollywood's Big Continental Road Trip - 7.5
The Great British Baking Show's Paul Hollywood decided to go off on his own in 2017 and release a show called Paul Hollywood's Big Continental Road Trip. Hollywood, a baker from Liverpool, sets out to find the most popular cars of the three big European countries, which has an extensive and proud automotive history.
This show puts Hollywood's car knowledge to the test as he takes it to the streets with some iconic vehicles. Not only is this a great show on Netflix for car fans, but it also lets viewers in on his travels, as Hollywood visits some of the most beautiful countries in Europe, including Italy, Germany, and France. Throughout the show, Hollywood is joined by a number of guests as he also takes a deeper dive into the art of car manufacturing.
Jack Whitehall: Travels With My Father (Seasons 1 - 4) - 7.7
Actor and comedian Jack Whitehall embarks on four trips-of-a-lifetime with his father, Michael Whitehall, around the world. What makes this show so great is the contrast between the two, as Jack is the funny man and Michael is quite stuffy. The premise of the show is so that Jack and Michael can tighten their bond, which makes the journey that much better.
In the South East Asia season, the Whitehall's partake in an elephant polo match, a train ride in Cambodia, and much much more.
Street Food - 8.0
Street Food is an American docu-series created by David Gelb and Brian McGinn, which explores street food from around the world. From face-to-face interviews with the locals to shot-on-scene footage, Street Food opens up the doors for viewers at home to explore different street food delicacies that they might not be accustomed to, while learning about the historical value of each.
If viewers like exploring different countries with influential street food particular to the native culture, Street Food is definitely the show to be watching.
Down To Earth With Zac Efron - 8.1
Actor Zac Efron took a different turn from his Hollywood movies and decided to travel around the world to locations such as France, Puerto Rico, and Iceland, to focus on nature, green energy, and sustainable living practices.
This is quite different from Efron's usual on-screen topics and gives fans of his and fans of travel an opportunity to see Efron in a different light while exploring amazing parts of the world via a television series. Down to Earth with Zac Efron is a simple concept, with great learning experiences for both Efron and the viewers. Zac Efron might have some good movies under his belt, but this is, by far, one of his best projects on screen.
The Kindness Diaries - 8.2
Leon Logothetis hosts The Kindness Diaries, a show about relying solely on the kindness of others for the basic essentials: food, shelter, and fuel.
Leon travels around the world on a beautiful vintage motorcycle as he looks for the good in humanity while conducting a social experiment that examines the nature of human kindness, gratitude, and how there is still good in a world that is often preconceived as greedy and selfish. The Kindness Diaries is a perfect show to uplift spirits and remember how good and selfless humankind can be.
Somebody Feed Phil - 8.2
Philip Rosenthal, best known as being the creator of the highly-successful show, Everybody Loves Raymond, came out with another show about traveling, food, and good company called Somebody Feed Phil. Philip stars as himself as takes viewers on an adventure of touring different city's cuisines while being joined by family and friends along the way.
What's excellent about Somebody Feed Phil is that Phil doesn't try to "know it all," he simply goes along for the ride with his humor and likability, while learning about customs and people, just the same as the audience is. Everybody Loves Raymond might've been a hilarious and well-loved show, but Somebody Feed Phil gives it a run for its money.
Tales By Light - 8.3
Tales by Light is an Australian docu-series that initially aired on National Geographic before being streamed on Netflix. The series doesn't just follow one host, but several professional photographers who travel around the world capturing images and turning them into stories.
These fantastic photographers take risks as they push the limits on their abilities to show viewers the world in a new light. So far, there have been three seasons since its 2015 debut, and hopefully, there will be more in the future.
Moving Art - 8.7
For three seasons, the creators of Moving Art captivated viewers, as filmmaker Louie Schwartzberg photographs nature at its best while discovering the beauty in oceans, forests, deserts, and flowers. Not only is this show incredibly interesting, but the photography is breathtaking.
Moving Art is a show to binge, or even put on in the background as it navigates its way through unfolding the extravagance of the world and what lives in it.