Expedia, a leader in online travel companies, is building off the recent Indiana Jones hype with the release of a new travel experience theme. The trips are geared at adventure seekers who want to see the same sights and experience thrills in the same places as Indiana Jones does in the movies.
The packages are offered in conjunction with the latest movie, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of The Crystal Skull, hitting theatres. The themes, however, include older movies. There are tour packages going to India, Egypt, Italy, China, Jordan, Mexico, Nepal, two different Peru itineraries and a US package.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Movie-themed Travel
- There is an opportunity to create travel experiences based on popular movies, allowing fans to visit iconic locations and relive the excitement.
- Adventure Tourism
- Adventure seekers are looking for unique travel experiences that offer thrills and excitement, presenting an opportunity to develop adventure-focused trips and packages.
- Nostalgia Tourism
- There is a growing demand for travel experiences that cater to nostalgia, allowing travelers to revisit locations from older movies and relive their beloved cinematic moments.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Travel and Tourism
- The travel industry can capitalize on the popularity of movie-themed travel by creating tailored packages and itineraries that cater to movie fans.
- Film and Entertainment
- The film industry can explore partnerships with travel companies to develop movie-themed experiences that promote new releases and engage fans.
- Hospitality and Accommodation
- Hotels and accommodations can enhance the movie-themed travel experience by offering themed rooms and amenities that immerse guests in the cinematic world.
