The pandemic has forced most individuals to work from home or enroll in online courses, which means they have more time than ever to do things on their own, all while remaining in the safety and comfort of their own homes. Despite the numerous advantages of being at home, some people continue to experience feelings of loneliness. Due to strict health protocols, they have difficulty adjusting to the new normal.Most individuals these days enjoy viewing movies on streaming services like Netflix, Disney+, HBO, and others to make the most of their free time while also getting a sense of adventure. As a result, here is a compiled list of some of the best travel movies that people can watch at home.
10 Into The Wild (2007)
The film Into the Wild is a 2007 Hollywood film that follows the narrative of a man who loses all he possesses in a car accident and decides to move to Alaska and experience the wild side of the place. The man is named Chris McCandless, and while on his quest, he comes across several individuals who have a tremendous impact on him. After seeing this heartbreaking story of adventure in the great outdoors, people will be motivated to pack their belongings and embark on an exploration trip. Despite the tragic conclusion, this is an inspiring film since his narrative educates its viewers about giving up a comfortable lifestyle and going out into the unknown to become self-reliant.
9 Everest (2015)
This is a must-see movie as famous actors such as Kiera Knightly and Jake Gyllenhaal star in this film. This documentary trip to Mount Everest is worth seeing for reasons other than the star-studded cast and dramatic setting. The movie Everest is based on the accurate account of Rob Edwin Hall, who, in May 1996, attempted a combined expedition to the summit of Mount Everest with a group of friends. This is an exciting film that is packed with action and adventure. It should be on every traveler's must-see movie list since it depicts a harsher side of the globe that is rarely seen while backpacking across the world.
8 The Beach (2000)
The Beach tells the story of an American traveler named Robert who ends up in Thailand searching for the best fun he can have. After hearing about a spot called "The Beach" that is supposed to be heaven on earth while staying at his hostel on Khao San Road, he is given a secret map that explains how to go there. Robert embarks on a journey with a couple he has recently met and soon realizes that there is more to paradise than meets the eye. Set on an isolated island off the coast of Thailand, this travel film displays the best of the country's natural beauty, including white sand beaches, crystal clear water, and massive rock formations that jut out into the vast expanse of the ocean.
7 Lost In Translation (2003)
This incredible travel film, which stars Bill Murray, Scarlett Johansson, and Anna Faris, is about a washed-up American movie star who travels to Tokyo to appear in Japanese advertising. While staying at his hotel, he meets other Americans, one of whom he interacts with, and the two of them end up touring the lively Japanese city together. Other travelers who have ever felt out of place in a new country or had difficulty adjusting to local cultures will find this film relatable and entertaining. This documentary trip is beautifully shot and showcases the best of Japan. It is well worth the time to watch.
6 Grand Budapest Hotel (2014)
The films of Wes Anderson are among the most lauded in the history of cinema. With his love of patterns and symmetry, he creates visually spectacular works, with The Grand Budapest Hotel being one of the most well-known, which take place in Europe. The Grand Budapest Hotel is a beautiful travel film. The film's plot revolves around love, battle, adventure, and the recovery of a stolen painting, all of which take unexpected turns. The film's characters travel far and wide together, passing through the breathtaking scenery of the Grand Budapest Hotel and the country itself.
5 A Walk In The Woods (2015)
Walking in the Woods follows Bryson and an unusual friend on their journey to travel the entire Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine, which takes them from Georgia to Maine. Things don't exactly go according to plan, and both aren't nearly as physically fit as most hikers on the path, but this film will have its viewers rolling on the floor with laughter and proving that plans are created to be adjusted. In essence, the entire film served as a tourist information guide for the Appalachian Trail, including information on where and how to buy gear, how to avoid being eaten by bears, and why it might not be the best idea to embark on a six-month hike at an old age with no prior hiking experience or training. Still, this is the best to see and virtually experience hiking on the Appalachian Trail.
4 The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty (2013)
Life Magazine employee Walter Mitty is the subject of the film The Secret Life of Walter Mitty. As part of the magazine's final in-print edition, he is dispatched on an adventure of a lifetime in search of a misplaced negative that would serve as the cover for the last in-print issue of the magazine. As Walter travels through many countries worldwide, the cinematography is truly breathtaking, and the audio is equally impressive. The Secret Life of Walter Mitty is a heartwarming film that will leave its viewers feeling inspired and uplifted. Although it has some goofy scenes, none of this matters because the story nails the essence of travel in this film. It's all about spontaneity, discovery, and adventure.
3 180º South (2010)
180° South is an epic journey film demonstrating how breathtakingly lovely the globe can be. The story revolves around a man named Jeff, who starts from Ventura, California, on a journey to Patagonia, Chile. He is not, however, pursuing the beaten path. Jeff is resolved to retrace the steps of his heroes, Yvon Chouinard and Doug Tompkins, who made the trip in 1968 and are now in their seventies. This is undoubtedly one of the best travel documentaries about the great outdoors, featuring surfing, hiking, and taking in the breathtaking scenery of the great outdoors.
2 Encounters At The End Of The World (2007)
If viewers were looking for a glance into the world's least-visited continent, this travel documentary is all about the people and sites of Antarctica. This tundra is so far off the usual road and filled with some of the harshest elements on the planet that getting a glimpse inside the region, much alone traveling there, is extremely difficult. Encounters at the End of the Earth provide its viewers with a first-person perspective on this wild, ice wonderland unlike any other place on the planet.
1 Tracks (2013)
Tracks is a film about a woman who embarks on a 1,700-mile journey across the Australian desert, an utterly insane journey that showcases the actual magnificence of Western Australia's landscapes. She embarks on the trip of a lifetime, armed only with provisions, her dog, and four camels as a company. This film conveys the incredible tale of Robyn Davidson as she sets out on a solo walk through the vast Australian desert, which takes her nearly two years to complete.