The Best Travel YouTube Channels
Travel YouTubers show you what a place actually looks and feels like, from street food crawls to budget backpacking and luxury reviews. Watching a few videos before you go is one of the best ways to get a feel for a destination.
Who are the best travel YouTubers?
Mark Wiens is one of the most-watched travel creators in the world, known for joyful street food tours. Kara and Nate document their journey to every country in daily vlogs, Drew Binsky makes short films about people and places in every country, and Lost LeBlanc is known for cinematic travel films. For rougher, more unusual destinations, Indigo Traveller and Bald and Bankrupt go where few tourists do, while Eva zu Beck films solo overland adventures.
Which YouTube channels have the most useful travel tips?
Wolters World shares practical do's and don'ts for destinations worldwide, Rick Steves has classic, detailed Europe episodes, and Hey Nadine offers destination guides and tips aimed at women. Watching a few videos about a place before you go is one of the best ways to see what it really looks like and plan what to do.
Best YouTube channels for food travel
Mark Wiens, The Food Ranger and the Best Ever Food Review Show focus on street food and local dishes around the world, from night markets in Asia to regional specialities in South America. Samuel and Audrey also mix food with travel, in English and Spanish.
How to use travel videos to plan a trip
- Search for "things to know before visiting" for practical tips.
- Watch recent videos for current prices and conditions.
- Use walking-tour videos to get a feel for neighbourhoods before booking a hotel.
- Save videos to a playlist for each trip.