If you loved the warm, funny, and heartfelt story of ‘People We Meet On Vacation,’ you are definitely not alone. That friends-to-lovers magic, mixed with beautiful travel moments and emotional twists, is hard to find.
Luckily, Netflix has a solid lineup of movies that hit that same sweet spot. Here are 15 films that bring those same cozy, romantic, and feel-good vibes straight to your screen.
1. Love in the Villa (2022)
Picture this: you plan a dream trip to Verona, Italy, only to arrive and find a stranger already staying in your rental. That is exactly what happens in this breezy romantic comedy.
The tension between the two leads quickly turns into undeniable chemistry.
Set against the stunning backdrop of Shakespeare’s city of love, the film perfectly blends travel adventures with unexpected romance. It is light, funny, and hard not to smile through from start to finish.
2. Faraway (2023)
Sometimes the most unexpected journeys start with grief. After losing her mother, Zeynep escapes to a beautiful Croatian island and discovers a stranger living in the house she inherited.
What follows is a warm, funny, and surprisingly touching story about starting over.
This German Netflix gem carries that same bittersweet emotional core that makes ‘People We Meet On Vacation’ so special. The island scenery alone is worth watching, but the slow-burn romance keeps you hooked until the very last scene.
3. A Tourist’s Guide to Love (2023)
After an unexpected breakup, travel executive Amanda accepts an undercover assignment in Vietnam and ends up discovering way more than just business insights. Her charming tour guide slowly wins her over, one scenic stop at a time.
The chemistry between the leads feels genuine and refreshingly natural.
Vietnam’s breathtaking landscapes make this film a visual treat that pairs perfectly with its sweet storyline. Fans of travel-centered romance will find a lot to love here, especially the film’s warm, adventurous spirit.
4. Your Place or Mine (2023)
Long-distance best friends Debbie and Peter swap homes for a week, and suddenly everything they thought they knew about each other starts shifting. Starring Reese Witherspoon and Ashton Kutcher, this film leans fully into that comfortable, familiar friendship energy that slowly becomes something more.
The humor is easy, the emotional beats land well, and the dynamic between the two leads feels lived-in and real. If you enjoy the idea of love hiding right in plain sight, this one delivers that feeling with a lot of heart.
5. Always Be My Maybe (2019)
Childhood sweethearts Sasha and Marcus drift apart after a falling out and reunite as very different adults years later. The gap between their lives creates hilarious and heartfelt tension that carries the whole film.
A surprise celebrity cameo midway through is genuinely one of the funniest moments in any Netflix rom-com.
What makes this one stand out is how deeply it roots the romance in shared history and cultural identity. The result feels fresh, funny, and emotionally satisfying in ways that sneak up on you.
6. Set It Up (2018)
Two exhausted assistants hatch a plan to set up their demanding bosses so they can finally get a break at work. The catch?
They keep spending more time together than apart. The script is sharp, funny, and full of quick-witted banter that never feels forced.
Set It Up has a classic screwball comedy energy wrapped around a genuinely sweet romance. It is the kind of movie you put on when you want something clever and fun, and it consistently delivers on both counts throughout.
7. Single All the Way (2021)
Peter convinces his best friend Nick to pretend to be his boyfriend for the holidays so his family stops asking questions. Of course, real feelings start bubbling up right when things get complicated.
The holiday backdrop adds an extra layer of warmth to an already cozy story.
This movie is genuinely sweet, funny, and inclusive in ways that feel completely natural rather than performative. The chemistry between the two leads is believable and heartwarming, making it an easy watch for anyone who loves a slow-burn holiday romance.
8. Plus One (2019)
Wedding season is stressful enough on its own, but attending a whole summer’s worth of them alone? That sounds like a nightmare.
Alice and Ben agree to be each other’s plus-ones for every event, which quickly becomes more complicated than either of them planned.
The film has a sharp, witty script that balances humor with genuinely touching emotional moments. It captures the messy, confusing process of realizing your best friend might actually be the person you have been looking for all along.
9. The Best You Can (2025)
Fresh on Netflix, this feel-good romantic comedy leans into the friends-to-lovers format that fans of Emily Henry’s writing absolutely adore. The emotional push and pull between the two main characters feels familiar yet keeps you guessing about how things will unfold.
It is the kind of story that sneaks up on your feelings.
Expect plenty of witty dialogue, relatable awkward moments, and a satisfying emotional payoff. For viewers who want something current with that same cozy energy, this newer title fits the mood perfectly.
10. Friendzone (2021)
Anyone who has ever been stuck in the friendzone knows how painfully relatable this French romantic comedy feels. Thibault has been in love with his best friend Ellie for years, but every attempt to change their dynamic seems to backfire in the most comedic ways possible.
The film brings a European charm and humor that feels refreshingly different from typical Hollywood rom-coms. It is funny, a little cringe-worthy in the best way, and ultimately a sweet story about the courage it takes to risk a friendship for love.
11. Players (2024)
Mack has spent years treating romance like a game, using elaborate strategies with her friends to win over guys without getting emotionally attached. Then one target starts making her feel things she did not plan for.
The premise sounds familiar, but the execution keeps it lively and entertaining.
Players brings a fun, fast-paced energy with likable characters and genuinely funny moments. It is the type of movie that works best when you are in the mood for something light and entertaining without too many emotional demands.
12. Love at First Sight (2023)
Hadley and Oliver meet on a flight to London and spend hours connecting in a way that feels almost magical. Then they land, lose each other in the crowd, and the real adventure begins.
The film is based on a novel by Jennifer E. Smith and keeps that literary warmth throughout.
There is a charming narrator and a fated, serendipitous quality to the whole story that makes it feel like a modern fairy tale. Viewers who enjoy a little fate mixed with their romance will find this one genuinely delightful.
13. The Kissing Booth (2018)
Elle and Lee have been best friends since birth, with a long list of rules designed to keep their friendship safe. Rule number one: no dating each other’s siblings.
So naturally, Elle falls hard for Lee’s older brother Noah, and the rule book goes out the window.
This movie launched a beloved Netflix franchise for good reason. It captures that messy, exciting feeling of first love mixed with the fear of losing your closest friendship, making it easy to understand why so many viewers keep coming back to rewatch it.
14. Happiness for Beginners (2023)
Helen signs up for a wilderness survival course after her divorce, expecting to find herself through nature. What she does not expect is to find a connection with someone from her past who also shows up on the trail.
The outdoor setting gives the whole film a refreshing, adventurous feel.
Based on Katherine Center’s novel, the story balances humor, healing, and romance in a way that feels honest and grounded. It is a quiet, charming watch that rewards patience with a genuinely satisfying and emotionally resonant ending.
15. People We Meet on Vacation (2026)
Based on Emily Henry’s beloved novel, this film follows Poppy and Alex, two best friends with completely opposite personalities who take one annual summer trip together every year. Over time, their adventures reveal feelings neither of them quite knows how to handle.
Emily Bader and Tom Blyth bring the characters to life beautifully.
For fans of the book, seeing Poppy and Alex’s story on screen is an exciting milestone. The film captures that bittersweet mix of friendship, longing, and travel that made the original story such a beloved reader favorite worldwide.