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Top 5 Movie Locations Destinations

Posted on January 19, 2010 by adminLeave a comment

Everyone has their favorite movie or movies, for a variety of reasons. The opportunity to visit our favorite movie locations is one we sure don’t want to miss out on. Book hotel deals to some of your favorite movie locations and witness your favorite scenes, live and in person, relive those classic moments.

Oahu, Hawaii – 50 First Dates

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It is almost impossible to imagine this movie being set anywhere else other than Hawaii. Find hotels in Oahu and relive the touching romantic tale, as well as enjoying some of the island’s more scenic locations and attractions. Accompanied by the warm greeting of “Mahalo”, a trip to Oahu is surely going to be a memorable one.

New Zealand – Lord of the Rings

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New Zealand sprung to life with a groundbreaking adaptation of Tolkien’s trilogy, Lord of the Rings. Book hotels in Auckland and visit the neighboring cities of Matamata in the Waikato, Queenstown, Wellington and Tongariro National Park where this epic movie came to life. You’ll also find numerous attractions, unrivaled and unique to New Zealand.

Trevi Fountain – La Dolce Vita

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Though the movie offers glimpses of many gorgeous Italian landscapes, it was the scene at the Trevi Fountain that made La Dolce Vita one of the greatest films ever made. Book hotels in Rome and visit this iconic fountain. Besides being the backdrop of this famous movie, it’s also known as the legend of “Coin tossing”. The legend is that if visitors throw a coin into the fountain, they are ensured a return visit to Rome.

Tokyo – Lost In Translation

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The critically acclaimed film, Lost in Translation was shot almost entirely in Tokyo. The backdrop of Tokyo adds a new dimension to this movie. Find hotel deals in Tokyo and visit the districts of Shinjuku and Shibuya, which are prominently featured in this movie. Besides serving as backdrop, Tokyo is one of the hottest tourist destinations in the world.

Greece – Mamma Mia

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Perhaps the most inspiring scenes in the movie, Mamma Mia besides the Abba songs and all-star cast is the backdrop, Greece. Book hotel in Athens and take a trip to the islands of Skopelos and Skiathos, where most of the movie was shot .The amazing natural beauty, relaxed lifestyle and friendliness are just a few reasons that make this destination a “Must See”.

A visit to these locations is going to give you a memory of a lifetime, so book those hotels, grab your camera and venture to your favorite movie destinations.

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