Have you ever watched a movie and thought, ‘I need to go there’?
You’re not alone. One of 2026’s biggest travel trends is set-jetting, where travelers plan vacations inspired by the places they see in movies and TV shows. And it’s becoming big business. Expedia estimates set-jetting could represent an $8 billion travel industry in the U.S. alone. Even more surprisingly, 81% of Gen Z and Millennial travelers surveyed say they now plan getaways based on what they’ve seen on screen. And the effect is measurable. After Wuthering Heights was released, Expedia recorded a 60% jump in searches for Yorkshire during the first six weeks. Muskoka, Canada saw interest climb 110% following Heated Rivalry.
🎥 Where Are Set-Jetters Going in 2026?
Expedia’s destinations to watch include:
- Los Angeles inspired by Nobody Wants This
- Yorkshire, England inspired by Wuthering Heights and Downton Abbey
- Tuscany, Italy inspired by Jay Kelly
- The Dalmatian Coast, Croatia inspired by People We Meet on Vacation
- The Peloponnese, Greece inspired by The Odyssey
- Samoa inspired by the live-action Moana
- Wellington, New Zealand inspired by Avatar: Fire & Ash
🔐 Mystery Unlocked: Set-Jetting Across America
You don’t need to fly to Italy or book a trip to Hollywood to try the set-jetting trend. I’ve curated a movie and TV location in every U.S. state, so you can find one near you, grab your camera and turn an ordinary weekend into your own little movie-location adventure. 🎬🚗
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