Set-jetting, also known as film tourism or location-based tourism, is a huge travel trend where people visit destinations that have been featured in popular movies, TV shows, or other forms of media. Travellers are drawn to these locations because they want to experience the real-life settings of their favourite films or shows, and sometimes even recreate iconic scenes from them. Set-jetting allows individuals to connect with their favourite stories on a more personal level and immerse themselves in the fictional worlds they love. Scotland is fast becoming a popular location for films and TV shows with 2023 being a record year for the number of productions taking place in Scotland .
The specific destinations popular for set-jetting can vary from year to year depending on the release of new movies and TV shows. In 2023, the set-jetting destinations could include locations featured in highly anticipated films and TV series that were released or scheduled for release around that time. The top set jetting tours for 2024 include Outlander , Braveheart , Game of Thrones, James Bond and Monty Python . Private tours Edinburgh can offer private tours for fans of all of these films and TV series .
Outlander is a hugely popular TV series featuring Claire and Jamie Fraser . Outlander was filmed entirely in Scotland. Top Outlander locations include Lallybroch , Castle Leoch and Culloden , the location of the Clan Fraser grave .
Filming has just started on the Outlander prequel Blood of my Blood at Doune Castle , which is Castle Leoch . No doubt fans will be eager to explore the Outlander castle .
Braveheart is the story of William Wallace , who fought for the freedom of Scotland from an oppressive English king .
Doune Castle is the Game of Thrones castle in Scotland . The Feast of Winterfell was filmed in the Great Hall of Doune Castle.
James Bond had a strong Scottish heritage , as did the first James Bond Sean Connery . Visit his birthplace , check out some Bond cars and go to the Highlands for the film locations used in Skyfall and the World is not Enough .
Scotland has been a popular set jetting destination for many years, thanks to its stunning landscapes and historic locations that have been featured in various films and TV series. In 2024 , you can expect Scotland to continue attracting set-jetters to its iconic locations. Here are some of the notable places in Scotland that have been featured in films and TV shows and may be of interest to set-jetters:
These are just a few examples, and there are many more locations in Scotland that have been used as settings for films and TV shows. If you’re a set-jetter interested in Scotland, immerse yourself in the cinematic beauty of the country while enjoying its rich history and culture with one of our set jetting tours for 2024 including Outlander , Braveheart , Game of Thrones, James Bond and Monty Python . Private tours Edinburgh can offer private tours for fans of all of these films and TV series .
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