WANDERLIST: Jamaica in books and on film
“Doctor No” (1962) – The very first James Bond film features scenes in Jamaica, introducing…
“Doctor No” (1962) – The very first James Bond film features scenes in Jamaica, introducing…
The tropical paradise of Jamaica offers turquoise waters, mountains, and culture await. Whether you’re looking…
“The Name of the Rose” by Umberto Eco: This medieval mystery takes place in an…
“The Godfather” (1972) – Although primarily set in the United States, this iconic crime film…
“Exodus” by Leon Uris: This bestselling novel tells the story of the founding of the…
“Exodus” (1960) – This epic film tells the story of the birth of Israel as…
Situated at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, Israel is a country that captures…
“Waking Ned Devine” (1998): This comedy film tells the story of a small Irish village…
Located between Co Down and Cumbria, this self-governing dependency of the English crown is renowned…
“Dubliners” by James Joyce – A collection of fifteen interconnected short stories that offer an…
“The Quiet Man” (1952) – A classic romantic drama starring John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara…
Green. It is all about the greenery. Ireland’s imagery is match by the real thing.…
“The Corpse Washer” by Sinan Antoon: This novel tells the story of a young man…
“Three Kings” (1999): This satirical war film stars George Clooney, Mark Wahlberg, and Ice Cube…
Mesopotamia, a land steeped in history and culture, Iraq invites intrepid visitors to uncover its…
“Persepolis” by Marjane Satrapi – This graphic novel memoir tells the story of a young…
“A Separation” (2011) – A gripping drama that explores the complexities of modern Iranian society…
Persia, an ancient land where history, culture, and natural wonders converge. I Persepolis: Begin your…
“The Rainbow Troops” by Andrea Hirata: This heartwarming novel tells the story of ten young…
“The Raid: Redemption” (2011) – A high-octane action film set in the slums of Jakarta,…
Welcome to Indonesia, best known for Bali but there is much more to see, a…
“Midnight’s Children” by Salman Rushdie – This book follows the lives of characters born at…
“Slumdog Millionaire” (2008): This Academy Award-winning film follows the journey of an orphan from Mumbai’s…
Vast and populous, India is a land which fills all the senses, colour, smell, sound,…
“The Secret Life of Walter Mitty” (2013): This adventure-comedy film, directed by Ben Stiller, showcases…
Iceland, the land of fire, black beaches, foaming waterfalls, blue pools and white ice in…
“The Grand Budapest Hotel” (2014): Directed by Wes Anderson, this comedy-drama film is set in…
Welcome to Hungary, a land of history, culture, hot springs, fine wine and landscapes. Budapest:…
“The Honourable Schoolboy” by John le Carré: This espionage thriller is part of le Carré’s…
“In the Mood for Love” (2000) – This internationally acclaimed film by Wong Kar-wai explores…
Hong Kong is a city bursting with energy, diversity, and hidden treasures. Victoria Peak: Begin…
“The Good Lie” (2014): Although not entirely set in Honduras, this film tells the story…
Honduras, a Central American country known for its natural landscapes and culture, offers a wealth…
The world’s smallest state, wholly enclosed by Rome, Vatican City offers a rich blend of…
Located in the southern Indian Ocean, cloaked in mystique and rugged beauty, lies the remote…
“The Comedians” (1967): Based on the novel by Graham Greene, this political drama stars Richard…
Haiti, a land of beauty, history, and culture is located in the heart of the…
“The Harder They Come” (1972): While the majority of the film takes place in Jamaica,…
Located on the northeastern coast of South America, is a land of rainforests and majestic…
“The Last Will and Testament of Senhor da Silva Araújo” by Germano Almeida: This novel…