Parents' Guide to Solo Traveling with Tracee Ellis Ross

Few travel shows are filmed from a woman's point of view, and while this one offers much in the way of eye candy, it lacks practical advice most women can use. Solo Traveling with Tracee Ellis Ross sounds like it would be full of adventure and local flavor, but much of its content relies on highlighting the outfits Ross—celebrated for both her acting and her fashion sense—brings on her trips. A lot of airtime is spent on packing and unpacking, showing off her designer shoes (she passionately sings "Ave Maria" to them in two of the three episodes), and posing for selfies. She also styles her hair in each episode, offering a chance to plug her beauty brand—conveniently available for purchase via your Roku remote.

When she's not reveling in her sartorial choices, Ross ventures from her luxury resort to shop for rugs, clothing, or gourmet olive oils. She also indulges in decadent meals, sips and crafts cocktails, and leisurely explores local greenery. Missing, however, are visits to museums, explorations of architecture, or deeper engagement with local culture. Ultimately, the series focuses on watching a wealthy woman unwind at an upscale hotel—a surprisingly surface-level approach for a travel show. Whether viewers find this charming will depend on their affection for Ross's playful, often goofy persona, and on whether they see the show as aspirational or simply out of touch.