Jan. 26 (UPI) — With snow and ice swirling around the United States, many people are looking to escape the cold for warmer weather and exotic adventures overseas. For those with an aversion to flying or just short on cash, there are a handful of celebrities who have recently stepped in to help. Stars like Jason Momoa, Stanley Tucci and Eugene Levy are just a few of the film and television stars who have launched travel shows.
‘On the Roam’ — Max
Fresh off Aquaman 2, Jason Momoa is jumping back on his motorcycle and roaming around the world searching for the country’s best artisans, from blacksmiths to luthiers.
In this new Max series, Momoa visits small-shop craftsmen to share their work and the stories behind their passion. Episodes 5 and 6 of On the Roam will release Thursday on HBO Max.
‘Reluctant Traveler’ — AppleTV+
Known for iconic roles in Schitt’s Creek, Best in Show and American Pie, Eugene Levy launched his globe-trotting docuseries, The Reluctant Traveler in February of 2023. The first season of the show saw Levy confront some of his long-held fears as he traveled across the world, including poisonous snakes, harrowing helicopter rides and swimming in freezing lakes.
AppleTV+ announced in April that it would be picking up a second season of the show, which will follow the actor through Europe as he visits “some of the continent’s most beautiful and intriguing destinations, uncovering hidden local gems with new friends.”
‘Men in Kilts’ — Starz
Since debuting in 2014, Outlander has been an enormous hit for Starz, so much so it’s spun off reality shows. In 2023, Outlander stars Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish finished their trek Scotland on the second and final season of Men in Kilts. Heughan plays Jamie Fraser on Outlander, while McTavis portrayed Dougal MacKenzie in multiple seasons. In addition to researching their heritage, the show provide the pair a chance to explore the Scottish countryside and its ancient traditions.
‘Ride with Norman Reedus’ — AMC, AMC+
In its sixth season, Ride with Norman Reedus explored the Utah desert with Keanu Reeves, Northern Italy with Josh Holloway and Rome with Johnny Knoxville. This AMC travel show has featured a mix of celebrities, actors and musicians throughout the years, including Peter Fonda, Dave Chappelle, Les Claypool and Reedus’ Walking Dead co-stars Andrew Lincoln, Steven Yeun and Melissa McBride.
‘The Heart of Italy’ — Nat Geo
Teaming up with the BBC, National Geographic is producing a 10-part docuseries following Emmy- and Golden Globe-winning actor Stanley Tucci as he explores the food of Italy. Production on The Heart of Italy is set to begin January and will follow the actor across 10 regions of the country, including Sicily, Trentino-Alto Adige, Veneto, Marche and Lazio. Viewers can follow along as Tucci meets professional chefs, amateur cooks, farmers and winemakers who share his passion for food.
His last travel show, Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy, is streaming on Discovery+ and Max.
