Up in the Air (2009)
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There isn’t another movie out there that voices the true pleasures and struggles of living out of a suitcase. Plus, George Clooney. ‘Nuff said.
Vicki Christina Barcelona (2008)
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Two girlfriends on a summer holiday in Spain fall in love with the same painter, who’s stormy ex-wife is about to re-enter the picture. Drama and stunning cinematography ensues.
Into the Wild (2007)
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If this true-story, biographical drama about a recent graduate hitchhiking to Alaska to live in the wilderness doesn’t make you want to pack your bags and leave it all behind, nothing will.
Eat. Pray. Love (2010)
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This woman’s journey around the world to learn more about other cultures, and ultimately herself, will leave you craving a year abroad to see Italy, India and Indonesia, too!
The Beach (2000)
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In this coming of age film, a young Leonardo Dicaprio travels to Thailand and finds a mysterious map leading to a tropical paradise which he sets out to find.
Under the Tuscan Sun (2003)
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Feel inspired to visit Italy (or stay forever) when a writer spontaneously buys a villa in Tuscany. It's the movie to watch before going to Italy!
EuroTrip (2004)
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The less-than-authentic sets might not do Vatican City or streets of Paris justice, but this lighthearted comedy will keep you in stitches over classic European vacation stereotypes.
Out of Africa (1985)
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Feel your inner free-spirit (and romantic) come to life in this classic drama taking place in 20th-century colonial Kenya.
The Motorcycle Diaries (2004)
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Consider your life's calling as Che Guevara considers his own during an epic motorcycle road trip.
Before Sunrise (1995)
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Warning: you may develop a serious desire to do something wild and unplanned, and evolve a new found interest in Austria after watching this.
Thelma and Louise (1991)
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This gender-redefining road trip film will inspire you to shake off the shackles and hit the road.
Lost in Translation (2003)
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Who hasn't gotten that beautiful yet frustrating 'lost in translation' sensation while travelling? This flick captures it wonderfully, leaving you craving for your own experience abroad and even a trip to Japan.
The Way (2010)
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In this inspiring movie, a father decides to finish the "El Camino de Santiago" pilgrimage his son couldn't complete before his passing.
The Darjeeling Limited (2007)
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This brotherly bonding tale will have you planning your own Indian escapade in no time! A great movie to watch before going to Asia.
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Am I missing any of your favourite globe-trotting films? Share in the comments below!
Madeleine Lee