The act of going on a trip is both a luxurious privilege and a dangerous temptation. This weekend, there is a list of must-see travel movies that will surely ignite your wanderlust and urge you to pack your bags and go!
1. Daydreamer
Travel destinations: The United States, Iceland, The Himalayas
Iceland and the Himalayas are so breathtakingly beautiful that they transport you to a dream world as if you're watching a National Geographic Channel documentary. This film captures the openness and grandeur of Iceland, with every shot worthy of being a desktop wallpaper. Its fantastical and wondrous style earned it the 2013 ING Summer Movie Awards for Best Fantasy Film.
2. Eat Pray Love
Travel destinations: Italy, India, Bali
This film is a literary masterpiece that goes by the alias "Be a Girl for Life", also known as "Rice, Prayer, Love". With beautiful scenery and thought-provoking dialogues, the film takes you on a journey through Italy to taste delicious food, India to nourish the soul, and Bali to find true love. Its warm and healing storyline is a delight to watch.
3. Crossing the Mountain
Travel destination: Tibet
This film follows a young man from Lijiang as he embarks on a solo motorcycle journey through the treacherous "plateau road" with an average altitude of over 3500 meters and a drop of more than 1000 meters. Life does not stop, dreams do not stop. You should do one thing when you are young, at least to prove that you have lived. This film won the Best Artistic Contribution Award at the 24th Tokyo International Film Festival with its realistic and inspiring style.
4. The Bucket List
Travel destinations: Paris, Hong Kong, The Great Wall, The Himalayas, the Taj Mahal, Pyramids
This film takes you on a transcontinental adventure, showcasing various filming locations. If you have dreams of traveling around the world, this film is the perfect inspiration to fulfil them.
5. Before Sunrise
Travel destination: Vienna
This first film of a trilogy tells a beautiful love story set against the stunning backdrop of Vienna. Follow the lovers as they wander the streets of Vienna, experiencing the beauty of love. This film was a phenomenal success and was even nominated for the Golden Bear Award at the 45th Berlin International Film Festival.
6. Blended
Travel destination: Africa
This lighthearted comedy film follows two families with five children and tells a heartwarming story of love and affection. The children will surely win your heart with their antics. This youthful and funny film is filled with a sunny and romantic atmosphere and was even nominated for the 16th Teen Choice Awards for Best Comedy Movie.
7. The Motorcycle Diaries
Travel destination: South America
This film tells the story of a young Che Guevara as he embarks on a motorcycle trip across South America, spanning over 10,000 miles of harsh terrain. The film showcases the beauty of South America and how this trip changed Guevara's life and shaped him into the iconic revolutionary that he became.
8. Dear Galileo
Travel destinations: London, Paris, and Venice
Two lovely Thai girls, a lost love, and a failed bungee jumping experience lead them to escape to Europe together. This film beautifully portrays the meaning of true friendship and its connection to travel. It's a rare masterpiece that's not to be missed!"
