I'm finding Season 4 of The Crown somewhat cringeworthy to say the least. At times I was thinking I was watching that parody called The Windsors. Such a shame. Sets are magnificent though.

That's what I thought might be the case...I didn't bother even checking out the new season.....Appreciate your input...

I've taken to watching House Hunters International, Explore tv, Destination and a few other ones that are similar. Also like the off grid building shows. I won't be travelling overseas anymore. I'm glad I saw what I did, but there was so much more. In the House Hunters and similar shows, I get to walk around Spain, Prague, Warsaw, Oslo, Netherlands, Ireland, Scotland etc, even if it's just for a few minutes. Pity they're so repetitive, but I enjoy seeing the architecture and such.

Meant to add last time that I really enjoyed watching Escape to the Chateau.

The "virtual travel" is one of the reasons I have always loved the Rick Steve's shows on our PBS station. He has a unique way of presenting the places, cultures and food that really draws one in. He has some archived on his own website too TV, Radio, and Articles | Rick Steves' Europe

And yes, the House Hunters shows are most enjoyable too

I am also so thankful I got to travel very extensively when younger. The World is such an amazing place to explore!

I just found some time to go through that site Chemar. That's fabulous!
I didn't think I'd be able to watch them here but I can. It's a keeper.

As I've said before, I watch a lot of Nordic Noir.
At the moment I'm resting a little so I've been watching some Nordic without the Noir.

Sandhamn Murders. It's Swedish language. There are six so far, 3 or 4 episode seasons. Quite short compared to a lot of series.

For a police/murder type show, it's strangely fresh and bright. I think that's due to the absolutely beautiful setting of Sandhamn (Sand Harbour) and the set designs. The colours against beige and white are shades of blue, aqua, turquoise and greens. A very pretty little seaside town. I think I could live there if there weren't so many murders per capita as there are in this show.

[Based on books by Viveca Sten]

Please add on any more good shows if you have them. Sometimes it takes a lot of sifting to find something decent.

I will certainly look out for that Lara. It's on Amazon Prime in UK.

If you like Scandinavian drama, then look no further than Katla (Netflix) it's set in the remote town of Vik near an active Volcano in Iceland. I was drawn to the prospect of beautiful Icelandic landscapes, (rare) however, it has real characters in an imaginary world and it works very well. It has plenty to say about the human condition. Look out for an astonishing performance by a small boy.

Agreed! Rick Steves used to annoy me but over the years he's become my favorite travel show guy. I watch him quite a bit.

Lara, I think I've watched all of "Wallander" and "Borgen." Thank you for suggesting other Nordic Noirs--I plan to get hold of them.

The next season of "All Creatures Great & Small" starts Sunday, Jan 9th on PBS Yay!!

edited to correct date!
Dec 12th will have a preview of the new season