Travel Literature and Television

Historical fiction is not a common theme in travel literature and television shows, as these mediums typically focus on real-world experiences and observations.

Parts Unknown was a travel and food show hosted by Anthony Bourdain that aired on CNN from 2013 to 2018.

Bill Bryson is a travel writer known for his humorous and self-deprecating style. His books include "A Walk in the Woods" and "In a Sunburned Country"

Around the World in 80 Days is a BBC travel series hosted by Michael Palin that aired in 1989. The series follows Palin as he travels around the world in 80 days, following the route taken by Phileas Fogg in Jules Verne's novel of the same name.

Rebecca Solnit is a travel writer known for her insightful observations on culture and society. Her books include "A Field Guide to Getting Lost" and "Wanderlust: A History of Walking"

Rick Steves' Europe is a travel television show hosted by Rick Steves that airs on PBS. The show features Steves traveling to different European countries and exploring their culture, history, and cuisine.

Bruce Chatwin is a travel writer known for his lyrical and evocative prose. His books include "In Patagonia" and "The Songlines"

Samantha Brown's Passport to Europe is a travel television show hosted by Samantha Brown that aired on the Travel Channel from 2003 to 2010. The show features Brown traveling to different European countries and exploring their culture, history, and cuisine.

John Muir is a travel writer known for his focus on the natural world. His books include "The Mountains of California" and "My First Summer in the Sierra"

Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern is a travel television show hosted by Andrew Zimmern that aired on the Travel Channel from 2006 to 2018. The show features Zimmern traveling to different countries and trying exotic and unusual foods.

Ryszard Kapuscinski is a travel writer known for his focus on the human condition. His books include "The Emperor: Downfall of an Autocrat" and "Another Day of Life"

George Clarke's Amazing Spaces is a travel television show hosted by George Clarke that aired on Channel 4 from 2012 to 2019. The show features Clarke traveling to different parts of the world and exploring unique and innovative living spaces.

Paul Theroux is a travel writer known for his focus on the history and culture of different places. His books include "The Great Railway Bazaar" and "Dark Star Safari"

Joanna Lumley's Silk Road Adventure is a travel television show hosted by Joanna Lumley that aired on the BBC in 2018. The show features Lumley traveling along the Silk Road, a network of trade routes that connected the East and West for centuries.

Pico Iyer is a travel writer known for his focus on the relationship between travel and the self. His books include "Video Night in Kathmandu" and "The Global Soul"