Best Travel Shows That Inspire

Here is a list of travel shows (in no particular order) that will inspire you to travel. The travel shows on this list are the ones that I've watched and really enjoyed.

1. Globe Trekker

"Globe Trekker (sometimes called Pilot Guides in Australia and Thailand, and originally broadcast as Lonely Planet) is a British adventure tourism television series produced by Pilot Productions. The British series was inspired by the Lonely Planet travel books and began airing in 1994. Globe Trekker is broadcast in over 40 countries across six continents. The program won over 20 international awards, including six American Cable Ace awards." - Wikipedia.org

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2. Departures

"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 experiences through some of the most beautiful and remote places on earth." - IMDb

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3. Michael Palin

"Sir Michael Edward Palin is an English actor, comedian, writer, television presenter, and public speaker. He was a member of the Monty Python comedy group. Since 1980, he has made a number of travel documentaries." - Wikipedia.org

Michael Palin's travel shows include Around the World in 80 Days, Sahara, Himalayas, New Europe, Pole to Pole, Full Circle, Hemingway Adventure, and Great Railway Journeys.

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4. Anthony Bourdain

"Anthony Michael Bourdain was an American celebrity chef, author and travel documentarian who starred in programs focusing on the exploration of international culture, cuisine, and the human condition." - Wikipedia.org

Anthony Bourdain's travel shows include No Reservations, Parts Unknown and The Layover.

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5. Rick Steves' Europe

"Rick Steves' Europe is an American travel documentary television program created and hosted by Rick Steves. In each episode, he travels to the continent of Europe, documenting his experiences along the way." - Wikipedia.org

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Please share in the comments section below if you like any of the travel shows on the list or if there are other travel shows that you've enjoyed.