National Geographic Brings Best of the World Franchise to Screens With Emmy® Winner Antoni Porowski, Unveiling Trailer and June Premiere Date

Streaming June 8 on Disney+ and Hulu, the Four-Part Series Offers Beyond-the-Guidebook Access Across Mexico City, Paris, London and New York City

Explore NatGeo.com/BestOfTheWorld for More Curated Content, and Watch Nat Geo’s New YouTube Series Spotlighting Each Destination’s Top Picks.

WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--National Geographic has revealed the premiere date and official trailer for BEST OF THE WORLD WITH ANTONI POROWSKI, a new four-part travel docuseries premiering on National Geographic on June 7 at 9/8c with all episodes streaming next day on Disney+ and Hulu.

Inspired by National Geographic’s acclaimed “Best of the World” franchise, the series follows Emmy winner Antoni Porowski, known for his food and culture storytelling, as he sets out to uncover what truly makes a destination unforgettable. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, he explores Mexico City, Paris, London and his hometown of New York City, seeking out the people, flavors and experiences that extend beyond the guidebook.

Whether he’s getting rare access inside Big Ben’s Great Clock, sampling the generations old art of cheese making at Quatrehomme Paris, drifting off in a surreal dreamscape at Quetzalcoatl’s Nest in Mexico City or handing out medals alongside world-class volunteers at the finish line of the New York City Marathon, each stop cracks open a vivid slice of the culture, craft and creativity that brings the very best of the world to vibrant life.

“Travel has always been my way of understanding the world — and myself,” said Porowski. “Exploring these cities alongside the people who call them home reminded me that what makes a place special isn’t just what you see, but who you meet and the stories you’re invited into.”

To celebrate the launch of BEST OF THE WORLD WITH ANTONI POROWSKI and expand its global footprint, National Geographic will debut a new YouTube series on June 9 produced in collaboration with local creators in each city, who team up with Antoni to spotlight their “best of.”

NatGeo.com/BestOfTheWorld is also offering readers a quarterly installment of our “Best of the World” franchise, a curated Best of the World 2026 food list spotlighting culinary experiences travelers will love, as well as four curated itineraries from each episode that will offer a guide to experiencing the same cities, flavors and local favorites for themselves.

Rooted in National Geographic’s legacy of storytelling and exploration, “Best of the World” is the ultimate field-tested guide to the world’s most extraordinary experiences, offering expert-driven, evidence-based and deeply human journeys that inspire meaningful travel. Through television, streaming, digital and social, and related experiences, the franchise encourages audiences to engage more thoughtfully with the people and places around them. From unique cultural moments and natural wonders to once-in-a-lifetime events, “Best of the World” curates unforgettable experiences for travelers who are curious about the world and eager to explore it more deeply. #BestoftheWorld

BEST OF THE WORLD WITH ANTONI POROWSKI is produced by Twofour, part of ITV Studios. Porowski serves as host and executive producer. For Twofour, Nic Patten and Tom Currie are executive producers. For National Geographic, Betsy Forhan and Yari Lorenzo are executive producers; Charlie Parsons is senior vice president of Development; Bengt Anderson is senior vice president of Unscripted Production; and Tom McDonald is executive vice president of National Geographic Content.

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About National Geographic Content

Representing one of the largest brands on social media with over 800 million followers and over one billion impressions each month, National Geographic Content’s award-winning and critically acclaimed storytelling inspires fans of all ages to connect with, explore and care about the world through factual storytelling. National Geographic Content, part of a joint venture between The Walt Disney Company and the National Geographic Society, reaches up to 402 million households in at least 170 countries and 30 languages across the global National Geographic channels (National Geographic Channel, Nat Geo WILD, Nat Geo MUNDO), National Geographic Documentary Films, and streaming services Disney+ and Hulu, in addition to being a global digital, social and print publisher. Its diverse content includes Oscar®- and BAFTA Award-winning film “Free Solo”; Oscar-nominated films “Sugarcane,” “Fire of Love,” “Bobi Wine: The People’s President” and “The Cave”; Emmy® Award-winning franchises "Race Against Time" and “Secrets of”; Emmy Award-winning series “Animals Up Close” and “Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller”; and Emmy-nominated series "A Real Bug's Life" and “Tucci in Italy,” in addition to multiple National Magazine Awards, Pulitzer Prize finalists and Webby wins. Visit nationalgeographic.com and natgeotv.com or explore Instagram, Threads, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok and Reddit.

About Disney+

Disney+ is the dedicated streaming home for movies and shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic, along with The Simpsons and, outside the U.S., general entertainment brand Hulu. As the flagship direct-to-consumer streaming service from The Walt Disney Company, Disney+ serves as a connection point for audiences around the world with an unmatched collection of award-winning general entertainment, gold-standard family programming, the most trusted news, and global sports programming from ESPN. With unprecedented access to Disney’s long history of incredible film and television entertainment, it is also the exclusive streaming home for the newest releases from The Walt Disney Studios. Disney+ is available as a standalone streaming service or as part of bundle offerings in the U.S. whereby bundle subscribers can now stream Hulu and ESPN content directly in the Disney+ app. Subscriptions also include access to the Disney+ Perks loyalty program, including special discounts, everyday savings, and early access to exclusive experiences that only Disney can offer. For more, visit disneyplus.com or find the Disney+ app on most mobile and connected TV devices.

About Hulu

Hulu is a leading premium on-demand and live streaming service in the U.S. that offers an expansive slate of entertainment from every major U.S. broadcast network, as well as 20th Century Studios, ABC, ABC News, ESPN, FX, Searchlight Pictures, and many more. For more than 17 years, Hulu has provided on-demand access to hit TV series and films, award-winning Originals and exclusive licensed content. With Hulu + Live TV, subscribers receive a unique combination of 95+ live news, entertainment and sports TV channels and can access Hulu’s on-demand library, plus Disney+ and ESPN in their respective apps, all in one plan. Hulu is available as a standalone streaming service or as part of bundle offerings with different combinations of Disney+ and ESPN, and can be further personalized through a variety of premium add-on subscriptions. Visit hulu.com to subscribe or learn more about the service.

About Twofour

Twofour, part of ITV Studios, is an Emmy and BAFTA award-winning television production company recognised for delivering globally successful premium unscripted programming. As one of the leading producers in the UK, Twofour is home of the biggest adventure and reality formats, as well as high impact factual - proudly working with the very best talent, both on and off screen.

Twofour’s current and upcoming titles include Destination X (BBC, NBC), The Reluctant Traveller with Eugene Levy (Apple TV), The Box (ITV), The Heat (ITV), The Unlikely Cook with Awkwafina (Apple TV), Best of the World with Antoni Porowski (Nat Geo), Educating Yorkshire (Channel 4), and I Kissed a Girl (BBC). Their enviable talent roster includes Eugene Levy, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Rob Brydon, Awkwafina, Gary Lineker, Antoni Porowski and Dannii Minogue.

About ITV Studios

ITV Studios is a creator, producer and distributor of world-leading programmes that people can’t get enough of. We connect millions of people every day and shape and reflect the world they live in. ITV Studios is home to some of the best creative minds, crafting around 7,500 hours of original programming across 60 production labels. Our global footprint spans 13 countries including the UK, US, Australia, France, Germany, The Nordics, Italy and the Netherlands and our global distribution business sells our catalogue of over 100,000 hours to broadcasters and platforms around the world. It launched a new label, Zoo 55, dedicated to expanding its digital and gaming activity, in 2025.

Zoo 55 has 200+ owned and operated channels in the social space delivering 47bn views in 2025, as well as 20 FAST channel brands and 28 unique channels distributed in 43 countries and 318 live streams globally. In 2026, ITV Studios launched Studio 55, a global brand partnership studio which is designed to offer brands, marketing agencies and content creators unprecedented access to ITV Studios’ world-class portfolio of IP. Its focus spans bigger licensing deals and digital first formats targeted to deepen fan loyalty and build on how audiences interact with TV brands. ITV Studios is part of ITV PLC, which includes the UK’s largest commercial broadcaster ITV and the ad-funded, free streaming home for ITV, ITVX.