The “White Lotus Effect” is real: These 8 filming locations will thrill set-jetters in 2025

Set-jetting is no longer a niche trend-from Middle-earth to Münster, fans are flocking to iconic filming locations that movies and series have turned into true tourism magnets. HBO’s “White Lotus” in particular has sparked a boom in recent years: whether Hawaii, Sicily, or now Thailand, booking numbers, search queries, and Wikipedia clicks all soar whenever a new season drops.

In 2025, eight new hotspots are stepping into the spotlight: From Thailand with “Jurassic World” to Peru for “Paddington in Peru,” and on to Norway, Ireland, South Korea, the UK, Egypt, and Texas-the world of film and TV is inspiring millions to travel in the footsteps of their favorite characters.