Travel shows/movies:
1. The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty
Walter Mitty (played by Ben Stiller) is a chronic daydreamer who’s stuck in the monotony of his job at Life magazine. All is about to change when he is given the task to find the pièce de résistance for the magazine’s final print issue.With a little help from his encounters, Walter breaks out of his shell and revels in an adventure he has long imagined. Well, we can't help but to see a little bit of Walter Mitty in ourselves ?

2. Street Food
If there's one thing that we travellers love to do, it's to try unique local food and Netflix's Street Food lets you go on a gastronomic adventure around the world from your TV screen. It's from the same creators as the highly acclaimed Chef's Table (more on that later!). Featuring street vendors from across 9 countries in Asia, each episode talks about the life of the vendors and how the food they make is a significant part of their lives. From Seoul's Gwangjang Market to the streets of Delhi, Bangkok, Yogyakarta and even Singapore's famous Haig Road putu piring, the sights and sounds will make you feel like you're right there ? P.S. By the way, check out these 13 Muslim-friendly and yummy street food you've got to try in Seoul!3. Our Planet
If all you need to fuel your wanderlust is a visual feast of nature and wildlife around the world, then let Our Planet take you on that journey. This programme has been said by many to be Netflix's answer to BBC's Planet Earth, even with the same narrator, Sir David Attenborough.
4. Conan Without Borders
If you've watched American talk show host Conan O'Brien's late-night show, you'd know he has a knack for cracking jokes. In Conan Without Borders, he brings his sense of humour around the world as he immerses himself in local cultures.
5. Chef's Table
Before Netflix's Street Food came Chef's Table (both from the same creators), a docu-series in which some of the world's most renowned chefs share their personal stories and inspirations. Through this show, it's even more apparent that food goes beyond survival; it cuts across boundaries and it's the perfect way to get to know a culture better. But if you just need one reason to watch Chef's Table, it'll definitely be how palatable the dishes look and it's a delight to watch the chefs prepare them ?6. Jack Whitehall: Travels With My Father

7. Ugly Delicious

Travel books:
8. The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
If you need a book to spark your wanderlust, then The Alchemist is a book you need to pick up. The novel follows the story of a young shepherd boy called Santiago from Andalusia, Spain who leaves his comfort zone to find a supposed treasure near the Pyramids. It isn't such an easy road as he faces obstacles along the way but through it all, he discovers himself. With dozens of inspirational quotes, the book teaches you a whole lot about overcoming boundaries and chasing your dreams. P.S. Talking about chasing dreams, why not start by checking these 10 amazing things off your travel bucket list?9. Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert
Eat, Pray, Love might be a cliche and obvious choice for a travel book but it shows how travel can enrich your life even when you thought that you have everything you needed. This memoir follows author Elizabeth Gilbert's year-long journey to Italy, India and Bali where she sought to find what she really wanted out of life. Her anecdotes of learning Italian and eating the best pizzas in Rome will make you want to visit Italy (after this pandemic, of course!). Not to mention that her explorations and discoveries in India and Bali showed just how much travel heals your soul and inspires you ❤️10. Vagabonding by Rolf Potts

11. Lost Japan by Alex Kerr
Yes, we feel you! It's hard to accept the fact that the 2020 Tokyo Olympics has been postponed and that all cherry blossom festivals have been cancelled ☹️ While travelling to Japan (or anywhere in the world) is a no-go for now, perhaps this is the best time to pick up Lost Japan and rediscover Japanese culture as you've never known before. Author Alex Kerr lived in Japan as a child and grew up to take Japanese Studies before moving permanently to Japan. This deeply personal book reveals a lot about different forms of Japanese culture and how it has slowly vanished with the age of technology. It is both beautiful and poignant, and it definitely makes you understand more about this country that many travellers love. P.S. Transport yourself to Japan with these 7 livestreams and webcams of popular attractions!12. Around The World In 80 Days by Jules Verne
This classic tale of adventure and exploring the world never seems to disappoint avid travellers. Set in Victorian England, you won't just be transported around the world but back in time too. The story follows the journey of a wealthy Englishman, Fogg and his servant as they embark on their 80-day adventure. It's fascinating to see how destinations like India, Japan and the US were like in the 1800s and how the spirit of travel had always been present since time immemorial. Together with its unforgettable characters, you'll definitely be living vicariously through this book and reinforce your passion for travelling. With these 12 travel shows and books, we hope you'll still be able to fuel your wanderlust! While travelling is definitely not on the cards right now, a little bit of dreaming and imagination wouldn't hurt ? Time to pick up that remote or book and start travelling from your couches!Tags:booksinspirationtravel-bookstravel-inspirationtravel-shows