The Best Silver Screen Staycation For Mega Films Break

We all have movies that caught our fancy or intrigued us. It means more than a movie to some people such that a deep connection is created either due to the settings, the cultural affiliation, or the message. For some people, it is the obsession with the intricacies of filmmaking. Whatever reason it is, visiting or traveling to the real-life settings of a favorite movie holds so much fun.

Thankfully, there are so many amazing movie sites to travel to; thankfully, betway crew compiled some of the best. There is Wakanda of Black Panther, Canto Bight of Star Wars, and many more. If you are planning a silver screen staycation in 2021, the following movie sites are some of the best you can travel to.

Timberline Lodge, Mount Hood, Oregon – The Shining

The Overlook Hotel in The Shining is a location many people would like to visit because of the amazing views and space. Though it is inspired by the Stanley Hotel in Colorado, the exterior shooting as well as establishing shots were done at the Timberline Lodge. This lodge has been existing for almost a century (built during the great depression). It receives many visitors every year such as outdoor enthusiasts. It is quite expensive for a staycation but if you can make it happen, you will be glad you did.

Matamata, New Zealand – Lord of the Rings

Anyone who likes natural scenery will find this movie location exciting. Matamata, called Middle Earth in Lord of the Rings, is a rural area in New Zealand. This location is mysteriously beautiful e.g. the flowery meadows and quaint cottages. Some visitors are even lucky enough to see one or more hobbit. There are also a few other great locations in Lord of the Rings that you may want to visit such as Fiordland National Park, Wanaka, Mount Taranaki, Karekare Beach, etc.

Canyonlands National Park, Utah – 127 Hours

127 Hours is a 2010 movie with an epic ultra-intense self-amputation scene. It was principally filmed in the region of Canyonlands National Park. If you want to explore buttes, canyons, the Colorado River and its tributaries, the Maze, the Needles, and the Island in the Sky, Canyonlands National Park in Utah is a great location to visit.

Tikal National Park, Guatemala – Star Wars

Star Wars is a movie that intrigues many people. The otherworldly feel makes you want to experience it first-hand. While the otherworldly feel may be fictional, you can actually travel to the amazing locations where it was shot. Tikal National Park is one of the best Star Wars locations to visit. You will see the ruins of the Mayan temple, one of South America’s largest excavated sites.

On Stranger Tides – Pirates of the Caribbean

Pirates of the Caribbean was scarcely filmed in the Caribbean. Old San Juan, Cadiz Fort, and Puerto Dico are amazing places to visit.

GorlitzerWarenhaus, Germany – The Grand Budapest Hotel

The exquisite lobby of GorlitzerWarenhaus was a key attraction for the shooting of some scenes in The Grand Budapest Hotel. More scenes were shot in the region of Gorlitz, a historic town with beautiful sights.

Christ Church College, UK – Harry Potter

Magic, witchcraft, and wizardry; a perfect description of Harry Potter. All these factors give the movie an old-time feel. The Christ Church College in Oxford served as the perfect location for the movie. Its 16th-century design, especially in the hallways, staircase, and dining hall, is an amazing sight. If you are looking to connect with the amazing old beauty, this is a nice place to go for a staycation. Other Top Harry Potter travel destinations include Leadenhall Market, Warner Bros. Studio Tour, The Jacobite, Alnwick Castle, etc.

Note: Betway crew did an amazing job of checking how much accommodation in these areas cost as well as the food hence arriving at the estimated cost of each trip. The cost estimates provided are a good representation of what is obtainable in each location.

Conclusion

This list of the best silver screen staycation as compiled by betway crew is to give you a better clue of what it takes to visit your favorite real-life movie setting. The costs of traveling to these locations vary extensively but you should be able to get one that fits your budget.