Paros and Cyprus may emerge as attractive destinations for set-jetters, travellers inspired by on-screen locations, following the popularity of Netflix productions “One Day” and “Find Me Falling”.
The trend, coined in 2008 by journalist Gretchen Kelly, has surged post-pandemic as viewers seek to experience the settings of their favourite shows and movies firsthand.
Paros, a Cycladic island in Greece, stars in “One Day”, a coming-of-age story set in the 1990s. The series, filmed on the picturesque Santa Maria beach, captivated audiences with its portrayal of a Greek summer romance. The show’s popularity, coupled with glowing reviews from outlets like Conde Nast Traveler and Rolling Stone, has sparked a wave of interest in the island.
Meanwhile, Cyprus takes centre stage in “Find Me Falling,” a romantic comedy filmed in Peyia and Nicosia. Directed by Stelina Kliris, the film showcases the island’s scenery and culture. Kliris describes the film as “a love letter to my homeland”.
The film has been lauded for its visuals and cultural nuances, with Variety praising its “bustling street markets” and “nightlife gatherings filled with friends and delicious food.”
Kliris’s movie has piqued the curiosity of travellers eager to explore the island for themselves.
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