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Expedia Report: ‘Set-Jetting’ to Define Summer 2026 as Rhode Island Braces for Reality TV Tourism
A new report from travel giant Expedia has identified a powerful force shaping our vacation plans: 'set-jetting.' The phenomenon, where travelers flock to destinations featured in popular movies and TV shows, is predicted to be a dominan... -
Cannes Film Festival Drives Estimated $230 Million Economic Surge for French Riviera
The iconic red carpet, the flash of cameras, and the world's most celebrated film stars are not the only things making a grand entrance in Cannes this season. The 79th Cannes Film Festival, scheduled from May 12-23, 2026, is set to injec... -
The White Lotus Effect Heads to France: Season 4 Locations in Paris and Saint-Tropez Set to Ignite a New Travel Frenzy
HBO's acclaimed satirical drama, 'The White Lotus,' is packing its bags for France, and the travel world is already taking notice. The highly anticipated fourth season has officially confirmed its primary filming locations: the sophistic... -
Google’s Agentic AI and China’s Travel Market Recovery Signal New Frontiers for OTA Growth
The global travel industry is standing at a pivotal crossroads, shaped by two powerful and seemingly disparate forces: revolutionary advancements in artificial intelligence and the colossal resurgence of China's domestic travel market. F... -
Airbnb’s Pivot: Challenging OTA Giants by Becoming a Full-Service Travel Hub
Airbnb, the company that revolutionized travel by turning spare rooms into sought-after accommodations, is undergoing its most significant transformation yet. The platform is strategically expanding beyond its home-sharing roots to becom... -
Expedia Group Makes a Bold Double Move, Acquiring CarTrawler for B2B and Deepening Meta Partnership for Social Commerce
In a significant strategic pivot, Expedia Group has announced two major initiatives set to reshape its business and the wider travel industry. The travel giant is acquiring car rental technology platform CarTrawler to bolster its B2B off... -
Game of Thrones’ Legacy Continues: New Film Announcement Set to Boost Northern Ireland’s Tourism Appeal
The world of Westeros is set to expand once again. With Warner Bros. confirming a new theatrical film, 'Game of Thrones: Aegon's Conquest,' the spotlight has swiveled back to the franchise's profound and lasting impact on tourism, partic... -
From Paris with Love… to Greece: ‘Emily in Paris’ Final Season Signals a New Travel Hotspot
Get ready to swap your beret for a sun hat. The globally adored Netflix series, ‘Emily in Paris,’ is packing its bags for its sixth and final season, and its new destination is none other than the sun-drenched shores of Greece. Productio... -
BBC’s New Greek Thriller ‘Two Weeks In August’ Swaps the Aegean for Maltese Shores
The upcoming BBC psychological thriller, ‘Two Weeks In August,’ is set to transport viewers to a serene and idyllic Greek island when it premieres on May 23, 2026. However, for the discerning traveler and film buff, there’s a captivating... -
Pack Your Bags for France: ‘The White Lotus’ Season 4 Unveils Glamorous Filming Locations
Get ready to trade your Sicilian lemons for French champagne. HBO has officially confirmed that the much-anticipated fourth season of the hit series The White Lotus will be set and filmed in the breathtaking landscapes of France. The ann... -
Anime Tourism Trends Are Fueling Asia’s New Travel Boom
A new wave of tourism is sweeping across Asia, driven not by ancient temples or bustling megacities, but by the vibrant world of Japanese anime. A recent travel industry report has shed light on a massive surge in what is known as "Seich... -
Cornwall’s Starring Role: How ‘House of the Dragon’ and ‘Poldark’ Drive a Set-Jetting Surge
The dramatic cliffs and windswept moors of Cornwall have long been a jewel of the UK's coastline, but now, this rugged peninsula is stepping into the global spotlight. Thanks to its prominent roles in blockbuster series like HBO's 'House...
