Set-jetting is what happens when your travel bucket list gets hijacked by your latest marathon-watch.
If you’ve ever Googled a hotel from White Lotus (hi, it’s us!) or wondered if the Dutton Ranch was real, congratulations, you’re in.
It is a travel trend where people plan trips based on filming locations from movies and TV shows.
It’s not new, but it’s having a moment thanks to streaming culture and shows with irresistible aesthetics.
Set-Jetting: Top 7 Places from TV You Can Visit
Here are seven actual places from hit shows that you can visit IRL (drama not included).
Want the vibe without maxing out your credit card? We’ve also included dupe spots that won’t break the bank.
You don’t need to book a $2,000 per night villa to get the aesthetic.
Just go where it feels like TV magic and bring the main character energy. Your choice!
1. The White Lotus (HBO)
Maui, Hawaii – Season 1
Stay where the chaos began at the Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea. With palm trees, endless beach, and a pool that makes you forget your inbox exists, it’s basically a main character energy generator.
Dupe: Try the Andaz Maui or Hotel Wailea. Both are more affordable but still give off the luxe tropical vibe without the Four Seasons price tag.
Taormina, Sicily – Season 2
Season 2 turned Sicily into a must-visit. San Domenico Palace is where the cast stayed, but the real vibe comes from wandering the streets of Taormina, eating pasta near Mount Etna, and people-watching with judgmental sunglasses.
Dupe: Catania and Syracuse, nearby, have the same Sicilian charm, with fewer crowds and much lower prices. There is also The White Lotus Locations Experience in Italy that you can take advantage of.
Thailand – Season 3
The latest season took over Thailand. Think Koh Samui’s luxe villas (like Anantara), the buzz of Bangkok’s Mandarin Oriental, and the beachy calm of Phuket. Yes, you can rent the actual Samujana villa, but it’ll cost you.
Dupe: Head to Krabi or Koh Lanta. Still stunning, still serene, but way easier on the wallet.
2. Yellowstone (Paramount+)
Darby, Montana
Chief Joseph Ranch is the actual Dutton Ranch. It’s a real place, and yes, you can stay there when they’re not filming. Pair that with a road trip through Montana’s Glacier National Park, and you’re one cowboy hat away from being in the show.
Dupe: Check out ranch stays in Wyoming or Idaho. Jackson Hole and the Tetons deliver the same rugged mountain ranch feel without the Dutton-level rates.
3. Emily in Paris (Netflix)
Paris, France
Croissants. Chanel. Chaos. Fans flock to spots like Place de l’Estrapade, the Pont Alexandre III, and, of course, that Instagram-famous pink café, La Maison Rose.
Bonus: You can stay at the Four Seasons George V if you’re ready to live that Emily fantasy without the questionable work ethic.
Dupe: Head to Lyon or Strasbourg. French charm, pastel balconies, and sidewalk cafés, without the Parisian prices.
4. Wednesday (Netflix)
Cantacuzino Castle, Romania
Nevermore Academy is actually Cantacuzino Castle in Transylvania. It’s dark, moody, and totally photogenic.
Stay in nearby Bușteni and channel your inner brooding teen, just without the psychic visions.
Dupe: Bran Castle (aka Dracula’s Castle) offers similar vibes and a legendary backstory that adds to the drama.
5. Bridgerton (Netflix)
Bath + York, England
Fancy a regency picnic? Bridgerton was filmed all over England, including Castle Howard, Bath’s Royal Crescent, and various stately homes in York.
There are even Bridgerton-themed walking tours if you want to promenade properly.
Dupe: Try Lacock Village or Greenwich. Still very period-drama chic, but not as overrun with themed tours.
6. Outlander (Starz)
Scottish Highlands
Time travel not included, but drama is. From Glenfinnan to Culloden to the cobbled streets of Edinburgh, Outlander locations are everywhere in Scotland. It’s romantic, wild, and great for fans of broody stares and castles.
Dupe: The Isle of Skye has the same cinematic landscapes without the crowds. It’s moody, misty, and ready for dramatic walks.
Set-jetting Your Way
Set-jetting doesn’t have to mean first-class tickets and luxury resorts. Sometimes the better story is in finding your own version of the scene. Whether you’re channeling Sicilian cliffs or regency gardens, the vibe is totally doable without draining your savings.
After all, travel makes us better humans. Enjoy every moment and every travel experience, whether there was a film set or not.
Let the shows inspire the journey, not limit it.
FAQs | Frequently Asked Questions
Suppose it excites you, yes. Even if you haven’t seen the show recently, some of these destinations are worth it on their own. Think of the show as the excuse, not the entire reason.
Many do. Bridgerton and Outlander have official tours. The White Lotus hotels offer packages. And Dutton Ranch has limited availability when filming isn’t happening.
IMDb and Wikipedia usually list filming locations. Some tourism boards even promote TV and movie location maps.
