Ben je fan van 'James May: Our Man In...' (2020) en op zoek naar soortgelijke avontuurlijke reisseries? In dit artikel ontdek je 10 films en shows die dezelfde reisgeest, humor en unieke kijk op culturen delen. Perfect voor wie houdt van reizen, avontuur en een vleugje Britse charme!

Top Gear (2002)
Beschreibung: A long-running motoring show that combines car reviews, challenges, and travel segments, often with a humorous and adventurous tone.
Fakt: The show's format has been replicated in numerous countries, making it one of the most widely broadcast TV shows in the world.


An Idiot Abroad (2010)
Beschreibung: A travel documentary series that combines humor with cultural exploration, focusing on the experiences of an unwilling traveler navigating unfamiliar territories.
Fakt: The show was created by Ricky Gervais and Stephen Merchant, who sent Karl Pilkington to various locations with little preparation to enhance the comedic effect.


James May's Cars of the People (2014)
Beschreibung: A documentary series exploring the history and impact of popular cars, blending automotive enthusiasm with historical and cultural insights.
Fakt: The series focuses on affordable and mass-produced vehicles, highlighting their significance in everyday life.


The Grand Tour (2016)
Beschreibung: A motoring show that blends travel, adventure, and humor, featuring road trips and challenges in exotic locations around the world.
Fakt: The show was created after the trio left Top Gear and features a more global perspective, with episodes filmed in multiple countries.


Long Way Round (2004)
Beschreibung: A travel documentary following a motorcycle journey across multiple continents, focusing on adventure, camaraderie, and the challenges of long-distance travel.
Fakt: The journey covered over 19,000 miles and took three months to complete, from London to New York via Europe and Asia.


Departures (2008)
Beschreibung: A travel series that follows two friends as they explore remote and lesser-known destinations, emphasizing personal experiences and cultural immersion.
Fakt: The show was entirely self-funded by the hosts, who sold their possessions to finance the first season.


Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown (2013)
Beschreibung: A culinary and travel series that explores diverse cultures through food, with a focus on local traditions and personal stories.
Fakt: The show won multiple Emmy Awards and was praised for its deep dives into often-overlooked regions and communities.


Somebody Feed Phil (2018)
Beschreibung: A lighthearted travel and food series that combines humor with culinary exploration, showcasing local dishes and cultures.
Fakt: The show's host, Phil Rosenthal, is best known as the creator of the sitcom 'Everybody Loves Raymond.'


Dark Tourist (2018)
Beschreibung: A travel series that visits unconventional and often macabre tourist destinations, offering a unique perspective on global travel and history.
Fakt: The show explores places associated with death, disaster, and the supernatural, providing a different take on the travel genre.


Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted (2019)
Beschreibung: A travel and cooking series that follows the chef as he explores remote locations, learning local cuisines and participating in cultural exchanges.
Fakt: Each episode features Ramsay taking on a challenge to cook a traditional dish for local experts, often with surprising results.
