The travel gurus have reeled in a list of popular movies and set locations
around the world, including some Academy Award winners for â??Best Pictureâ??
and â??Best Cinematographyâ??.

Student Flights marketing manager Phil Hancox said movies often motivated
people to travel overseas because of the exotic backdrops and intriguing
characters.

â??A great film, set in a visually spectacular location, can have the power to
draw travellers to a particular part of the world,� he said.

â??Whether it is a classic film, like The Sound of Music and Out of Africa, or
a newer film, like Sex and the City, Lord of the Rings and Eat Pray Love,
people tend to connect with the characters and want to follow in their
footsteps.�

See the list below.

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*TOP 20 FILMS THAT INSPIRE TRAVEL*

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*1. **Casino Royale â?? **Montenegro, Czech Republic, Bahamas, Italy and
the United Kingdom** *

Set at the beginning of Bondâ??s career as a 007 Agent, this film maps out his
movements from Miami International Airport to a poker game at Montenegro.
Fast-paced and fiery, this is a sampler of Europeâ??s popular cities.

*2. **The Da Vinci Code – Paris, London, Scotland
*Crack the code on a journey across Paris, London and Scotland to find the
Holy Grail. This thriller exposes a massive religious conspiracy and
showcases the Louvre, Westminster Abbey and Temple Church in a completely
new light.

*3. **The Hangover â?? Las Vegas *

The bright lights in Las Vegas provide the perfect scene for a comedy about
the drunken misadventures of three groomsmen and their best mate before his
big wedding day. Blokes keen to let loose wonâ??t need much convincing of a
good time on The Strip, if they follow the lead of these lads.

*4. **The Real Cancun â?? Cancun *

Itâ??s the first true reality feature film, where six camera crews follow 16
American college students as they immerse and indulge in the Spring Break
revelry of Cancun, Mexico. The movie was filmed on location, 24 hours a day
for one week in March 2003, and reveals the students’ exploits through
interviews and planned group activities, as well as through their own
spontaneous adventures.

*5. **The Euro Trip â?? Europe *

This entertaining adventure across Europe is in search of a German pen pal,
but some awkward and embarrassing situations along the way keep things
interesting. Top cities along the journey include London, Paris, Amsterdam,
Bratislava, Berlin and Rome.

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*6. **Amelie â?? Paris *

An inspirational tale in a pretty city about a beautiful and innocent young
girl named Amelie, who moves to Paris in search of love and happiness. She
spends her days working as a waitress at a central café in Montmartre and
discovers romance can truly blossom.

*7. **Lord of the Rings Trilogy â?? New Zealand*

This film has put New Zealand on the world map as a country of diverse and
breathtakingly beautiful landscape. Follow the ring on its mystical journey
through mountains, snow, dark forests, rivers and plains.

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*8. **Eat, Pray, Love â?? Italy, India, Bali*

Author Elizabeth Gilbert finds herself at crossroads in her life after a
divorce, so she embarks on a journey of self-discovery in Italy, India and
Bali. In her travels, she finds the pleasure of nourishment by eating in
Italy, the power of prayer in India, and the balance of true love in Bali.

*9. **Memoirs of a Geisha â?? Japan *

Set in Kyoto, this poignant picture tells the story of a poor Japanese girl
who is taken from her family to a geisha school. A delightful old-world
charm is beautifully complimented by accents of colour in masks and silk
kimonos. **

*10. **The Beach â?? Thailand*

The story follows a young nicotine-addicted traveller from a hotel in
Bangkok to the beaches in Thailand, after he finds a map left by his weird
neighbour who commits suicide. The map supposedly leads to a legendary
island paradise where some other rebellious souls have settled.

*11. **Sex and the City â?? New York*

This savvy, light-hearted chick flick has women around the world dreaming of
a break in the big city. Get a taste of the New York lifestyle, from
designer outfits and shopping along the fashionable 5th Ave to ladies
lunches and a pre-wedding dinner at Buddakan in Greenwich Village.

*12. **Couples Retreat â?? Bora Bora
*Stunning scenery of sparkling azure waters, soft sanded beaches and
overwater bungalows make naturally Tahiti a dream destination for all
couples. A hilarious storyline and great cast complement the beautiful
setting and keep the tone romantically fresh and funny.

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*13. **Under the Tuscan Sun â?? Tuscany*

Discover the sweet Italian life, when a recently divorced writer buys a
villa in Tuscany on a whim, hoping it will be the start of a change for the
better in her life. It is a brilliant illustration of the amazing food, warm
culture and friendliness of people in Italy.

*14. **Motorcycle Diaries â?? South America
*Stunning scenery with a storyline and soundtrack to match. Poignant,
passionate and heartfelt, it’ll have you planning your next adventure to
South America to see Machu Picchu, minus the rusty bike.**

*15. **Out of Africa â?? Kenya*

Dramatic sweeping shots of isolated plains and unique wildlife offer a truly
brilliant backdrop and showcase the beauty of Africa. A beautiful film that
is visually inspiring, ideal for travellers who want to escape somewhere
remote.

*16. **Mamma Mia â?? Greece *

Enthusiastic ABBA fans will love the songs and connect with the characters
as they bounce around inflated beach balls. Amazing coastal panoramas,
quaint little towns and a relaxed warm vibe will have you longing for a
holiday in the Greek Islands.

*17. **In Bruges â?? Belgium *

This Irish comedy crime film follows two hitmen as they hide in Bruges, one
of the few canal-based northern cities in Europe. Get a peek into the
storybook history and at one point, the characters visit the Groeningemuseum
to see Hieronymus Bosch’s painting The Last Judgment.

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*18. **A Good Year â?? France *

It is not every day that you can escape to an uncle’s chateau and vineyard
in Provence, but this film turns dreams into reality. Enjoy the laid-back
lifestyle and beautiful scenery in the country region of France.

*19. **The Sound of Music â?? Austria*

Based on the Broadway musical, this uplifting film is as sweet as a spoonful
of sugar and leaves you wishing you were skipping through fields of green in
Austria. Now, the hills are alive with The Sounds of Music tours through
Salzburg and the lakeside district.

*20. **Crocodile Dundee â?? Australia
*Like or loathe it, Paul Hogan presents the stereotypical Northern
Territories Ozzie bloke. Featuring quintessential Australian humour, this
film has had foreigners reeling ‘one-liners’ and booking tickets to the land
‘down under.’ **

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This year has seen the release of several greatly anticipated DVDs and the current ten bestselling titles, excluding pre-orders, encompass a wide variety of genres, including action, comedy, drama, animation, documentary, a comic book adaptation and a foreign language film. This list is current as of May 11th, 2011.

1.) The Green Hornet
2.) No Strings Attached
3.) I Saw the Devil (Akmareul boatda)
4.) The King’s Speech
5.) Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part I
6.) Black Swan
7.) Tangled
8.) The Karate Kid
9.) Restrepo
10.) Secretariat

The two most anticipated DVD movies to be released this week were No Strings Attached and Blue Valentine. Blue Valentine stars Ryan Gosling and the Academy Award nominated Michelle Williams in a drama about a marriage that dissolves. No Strings Attached, which debuted in the number two spot on the bestsellers list, stars Academy Award winner Natalie Portman and Ashton Kutcher in a comedy about two friends who agree to have a strictly sexual relationship with no emotional ties. Natalie Portman is also the star of Black Swan, which is currently the 6th bestselling DVD.

Next week will see the release of The Mechanic, starring Jason Statham, and The Rite, starring Anthony Hopkins.

Favorite:

3D televisions, which enable consumers to be fully immersed in the modern version of 3D technology, are the current high point of home viewing technology. They enhance regular programming and provide a high quality 3D experience outside of a movie theater. Video game systems and game developers have rushed to incorporate 3D technology into their products and will be beneficial in the push to get 3D televisions into the hands of more mainstream consumers.

Companies such as Samsung and Sony are currently leading the charge to develop our home entertainment options of the future. The OLED, which is an extremely thin screen that requires no back lighting and would render LCD TV technology as obsolete, is currently in development. Another item on the horizon is a holographic TV, which will deliver true 3D imagery without the need for 3D glasses. Companies in Japan are hopeful that they’ll have holographic TV’s on store shelves by the year 2020.

Whatever the future brings, it’s virtually guaranteed that the quality of the home viewing experience will continue to grow and that new technologies will likely be released at an ever quickening pace.