The Getaway was a travel and adventure television show that aired on the Esquire Network from 2013 to 2014. Each episode, hosted by a celebrity guest, featured a unique location, along with local culture and activities, as the guest explored the area and documented their experiences.
The format of the show was simple but effective. Each episode featured a different celebrity guest host who was tasked with exploring a unique location during a 48-hour period without any assistance from typical tour guides. The hosts had to rely on their own wits and the kindness of locals to find their way around and get the most out of their trip.
The first season kicked off with Anthony Bourdain as the host, who shared his journey through Los Angeles. The other celebrity guest hosts in the first season included Joel McHale, Aisha Tyler, Rashida Jones, and Aziz Ansari as they explored some of the world's most fascinating cities. The second season featured a slew of celebrity guest hosts that included Chrissy Teigen, Josh Gad, Brooke Burke, and Jack McBrayer, to name a few.
Each episode featured the host taking viewers on a journey through their eyes, experiencing the culture, sights, and sounds of each destination. The Getaway was not just a show about travel, but also an educational program that exposes viewers to different cultural nuances and norms. The show provides a platform for celebrity guests to connect with global communities, appreciate different cultures and lifestyles, and explore new and adventurous ways of life.
The production quality of the show was excellent. The camera work, sound quality, and storytelling skills were all exceptional, leaving viewers with an immersive and emotional experience. The show
The Getaway is a series that ran for 2 seasons (19 episodes) between September 25, 2013 and on Esquire Network