Take the Bollywood tour to find your next travel bucket list.

We are taking you on a ‘Safarnama’ (travel journey story) today. These feel-good movies will help you decide your next safari (journey) without the suffering in it. Bollywood has forever been touring the lengths and widths of the world. While Travelling is their mistress and storytelling is the beloved wife, Bollywood is the land of the most magical love affair. Without any further delay, let us take you on a journey far away while you are at the comfort of your home. Here are the 15 Best travel movies just for you:

Dil Chahta Hai (2001)

This is the debut of a Road trip with friends in Bollywood. Also, the reason why Goa plans are the first thing to strike the minds of Indian youth. This movie has an impact so strong that Chapora fort is known for the iconic recreation of a still from the movie. Goa tourism benefitted a lot from this movie since places like Chapora fort, Parra road,  Anjuna beach, Mary Immaculate Church, and hill cut road attracted a lot of travelers.

Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (2011)

ZNMD is almost a high-budget recreation of Dil Chahta hai, where three best friends decide on a bachelor’s trip to the mesmerizing country of Spain. Barcelona, Costa Brava, Seville, Bunol, and Pamplona were the highlight of their trip. In addition, the beautiful coastlines, cities, and streets with the reflection of Spanish culture like Tomatina festival, tap dancing, etc will put Spain right into your bucket list.

Queen (2013)

This Bollywood movie changed the perception of women towards being solo travelers even in countries abroad. The protagonist takes a solo honeymoon trip to Paris while making a stop at Amsterdam as her groom refuses to marry her. The movie Is about her transformation journey and how the beautiful city of Paris helps her find her true self.

Swades (2004)

This movie moved so many people and touched a lot of Indian Hearts Abroad. The feeling of coming back to your motherland and doing something for its greater good was the most prominent feature. Moreover, this movie was about the simplicity of any rural area or village of India and did not target any luxurious terrains. A tribute to the roots of rural India, this movie will surely leave you with a strong message.

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Tamasha (2015)

This Imtiaz Ali Movie has a simple message- what you look for is within you. The protagonist’s journey towards self-reflection takes him through the terrains of Corsica (Internationally). He then comes back to India and travels to the cities and states of Delhi, Gurgaon, Kolkata, and Shimla. 

Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (2013)

Can we all just collectively agree Ranbir Kapoor is the flag bearer of Travelling in Bollywood movies? This movie is about a young aspiring carefree protagonist who wants to travel the world and live his best life chasing his passion. Moreover, the movie takes us across the landscape of stunning Rajasthan, Kashmir, Himalayas, and many outdoor locations.

Jab we met (2007)

Experience the thrilling story of this runaway hit who meets a defeated at-life person on her journey home. The duo sets off Together on the lead actress’s quest to run away and help her find the love of her life. The duo travels to Shimla, Manali, Bhatinda, Ratlam, Kota, while dancing and touring the famous Rohtang pass passage. 

Piku (2015)

The film explores a feel-good on and off relationship between a father-daughter duo. They set out on a road trip to their ancestral house in Kolkata from Delhi. The film successfully captured the essence of a Bengali Household and the state of Kolkata, in West Bengal.

Dil Dhadakne Do (2015)

The story of every dysfunctional Indian elite family ever, this movie takes you on a cruise trip. As grand as the Family’s anniversary celebration, the movie sets sail to grand places like Turkey, Egypt, Tunisia, Spain, Italy, and France. A chaotic Drama Feel good movie is a must much for us!

Barfi ( 2012)

A movie set in a retro time frame is a feel-good adventure pursuit in the life of a deaf and dumb protagonist. However, a semi-silent movie, this one wins hearts with the geographic area of Darjeeling in West Bengal. The movie also features the city of Kolkata and the cultural context of both landscapes.

Hum Tum ( 2004)

Two Destined to be together partners keep exploring different facets of their relationship. Although, the duo keeps coincidentally bumping into each other in locations abroad like Amsterdam, USA, Paris, etc. and their coincidental meeting sets sail in the cities and states of Mumbai and Delhi.

Chennai Express (2013)

You will fall in love with the south side glory of India after watching this rom-com. Because this movie plot travels across the breathtaking terrains of Munnar, Pollachi, Coimbatore, Pamban bridge, Vattamalai Murugan temple in the South of India. Also, this movie takes us to the beautiful and globally beloved destination of Rameshwaram, that’s said to be the end tip of the country.

Kaal ( 2005)

If you love a good wildlife adventure this movie not only is a good watch but also a good example of the wildlife patches of India. As a matter of fact, it is based in Jim Corbett National park, this movie is about a documentary attempt gone wrong and the bunch getting lost in the national park. The lush forests and rivers till miles away are a beautiful treat to the eyes. 

Love Aaj Kal (2009)

Another Bollywood Rom-com this movie travels across the cities, and states of Delhi, Kolkata, Punjab in India. Internationally the film is set in locations like- London and San Francisco.

English Vinglish (2012)

The comeback debut of superstar Sridevi, this movie highlights the struggle of a woman who struggles with speaking in English. Moreover, the movie is set in the much-renowned city of New York, Manhattan, in the USA. So we want you to wonder about why America is THE United States of America and why India is not THE India? 

Wasn’t it quite the joy ride? That was a tiresome movie marathon traveling across so many cities, states, and countries. But we are sure you would want to travel to them personally after feeling inspired by these beautiful feel-good movies.

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