The summertime is approaching, and thus for many people it is time to plan a vacation. What guides us in choosing a destination? What do we choose first – a country, a city, or maybe… a hotel? Due to the popularity of TV series and movies, it is increasingly common for their fans to travel based on the location of the filming of a particular series. How about you? Which film or TV series location would you go to the most?
White Lotus, creator: Mike White
This series undeniably outdoes itself with each successive season. It has fallen in love with viewers around the world for its humor, its farce on the rich social class, but also for its wonderful locations. The first season was set in Hawaii (Maui), the second in Sicily (Taormina), and the third in Thailand (Koh Samui, Phuket, Bangkok). Each of the seasons led to an increase in bookings in each location – and this is true whether it’s for airline tickets, hotel venues or nearby restaurants.
The Palace, directed by Roman Polanski.
Roman Polanski also decided to take a look at the rich. His The Palace tells the story of a New Year’s Eve night on the verge of the millennium. Little to say that the characters presented to us are eccentric, because Polanski spares no one. The film was shot in Gstaad, Switzerland, where, in fact, the film is actually set.
Grand Budapest Hotel, directed by Wes Andereson
Wes Anderson is known for his stunning sets, costumes and aesthetic shots. So his Oscar-winning (as many as 4 Academy Awards) “Grand Budapest Hotel” is no exception, but film fans need to know that the movie hotel is not at all located in Budapest! The location depicted in the film is in the German city of Görlitz, right on the border with Poland, as well as the Czech Republic. However, a huge model, modeled somewhat on the Bristol Palace Hotel in Karlovy Vary, was used for exterior shots.
Lost in Translation, directed by Sofia Coppola
This is Sofia Coppola’s most delightful film, telling the story of loneliness and drawing much from her own life, and being part of a cinematic dialogue between her and her ex-husband Spike Jonze, who made the film Her in response to Sofia’s film. The shooting of Lost in Translation took place at the Park Hyatt Hotel in Tokyo. Because of the film, special “Lost in Translation” packages can be purchased there, which include hotel accommodations and also tours to places where the film’s characters were. While the restaurant’s menu does not include Suntory whiskey, which was advertised by Bob, played by Bill Murray, in the film, there are drinks called “L.I.T.” and “Sofia”.
Lobster, directed by Yórgos Lánthimos
Ever wondered where the hotel from the movie Lobster is located, where lonely people are transferred to and where they have forty-five days to find a partner, otherwise they are transformed into…? If you’re not afraid to look there, then by yourself or with your partner(s) take a look at the Parknasilla Resort and Spa Hotel, near Sneem in County Kerry, on the coast of southwestern Ireland, about 50 miles west of Cork.
Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, directed by Chris Columbus
Do you dream of a Christmas in the spirit of “Home Alone…”? Certainly, The Plaza Hotel, where some of the scenes of the iconic film were shot, will help you capture the atmosphere. The hotel is located at the intersection of Fifth Avenue and Central Park in Manhattan and is one of the oldest hotels in New York.
Poles have their unique hotels too! Be sure to visit our Local Partners and be captivated by all the stories they tell, and maybe (who knows?), you will want to write some of your own with them!
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