NETFLIX is officially more popular than TV channels.
Earlier this month, figures revealed that the popular streaming platform superseded the BBC for the first time ever with 43.2million viewers during the last few months of 2024, compared to BBC1’s 42.3million.
6
And it’s not just viewing figures that are shining a light on Netflix, the films and TV shows have inspired travellers to jet-set all over the globe.
That’s why we’ve gathered up a selection of your favourite Netflix shows and films, all shot in the US. Here, Sophie Swietochowski shares some holiday packages that will let you live out your TV fiction fantasies.
MASSACHUSETTS
The Perfect Couple
6
6
Things got a little spicy on the island of Nantucket, the sun-soaked, laidback setting for The Perfect Couple.
Aside from the unfolding tragedy, the characters looked like they were soaking up the best of what the island has to offer from relaxed beach clubs to swanky bars – and you can too on this 11-day adventure.
The Best of Cape Cod & the Islands package with Wexas ticks off not just Nantucket, but the island of Martha’s Vineyard and Cape Cod too.
You’ll start in the city of Boston, with a couple of days to soak up the history before venturing to Cap Cod for whale watching (the waters are home to humpbacks, minke, finback and pilot whales).
Day six will take you to Nantucket islands to explore the empty beaches, before venturing across to Martha’s Vineyard and back to Boston for a couple of days.
The 11-day package costs from £2,245pp including flights from the UK, accommodation, car hire and ferry trips. See wexas.com.
NEW YORK CITY
Don’t Look Up
6
The Big Apple has been the setting for many hit shows and films on Netflix, but one of the most watched has to be Don’t Look Up featuring an all-star cast of Leonardo DiCaprio, Meryl Streep and Jonah Hill.
We can’t guarantee that there won’t be any meteor showers while you’re there but we can guarantee the action-packed streets and impressive shopping districts seen in the film.
British Airways has some great and affordable packages, but you’ll have to be quick.
Spend three nights at the plush Paramount Hotel Times Square, in the beating heart of the city with bright lights and thumping music just one block away.
All the major attractions are within walking distance, too, like the Rockefeller Centre (a nine minute walk) and Central Park (less than 20 minutes), while popular restaurants like Stardust Diner and Mexican joint, Los Tacos No.1, are round the corner.
Three nights’ room-only costs from £594.50pp including flights from Heathrow on February 24. Book by midnight tonight. See ba.com.
CONNECTICUT
Gilmore Girls
6
When Gilmore Girls landed on Netflix back in 2016 it became an easy-watching binge-series.
Wholesome scenes of mum, Lorelai, and daughter Rory in the fictional town of Stars Hollow in the state of Connecticut make for perfect for Sunday watching.
Although Stars Hollow doesn’t exist, you can still visit the place that inspired it: Washington – not the country’s capital but the tiny town about an hour’s drive north of New Haven).
Stay in Connecticut’s capital city, Hartford, an hour away with excellent restaurants and nightlife on your doorstep and make your way to Washington for a day trip.
Five nights’ B&B at the 4* Residence Inn by Marriott Hartford Downtown is from £877pp including flights from London on February 6. See expedia.co.uk.
GEORGIA
Stranger Things
6
Rumours are circulating that one of Netflix’s most popular shows, Stranger Things, is returning to the streaming site for season 5 later this year.
If you’re keen to visit the fictional town of Hawkins, then Atlanta is the place to head. Many of the scenes you’ve watched on screen were filmed in this buzzy city in Georgia.
You’ll be able to tick off several popular locations, including the home of the Creel family, which features heavily in the most recent series, and Hopper’s cabin – there’s even The Stranger Things: The Experience for mega fans.
Spend one week in the well-located 4* Hilton Atlanta, which is a stones’ throw from excellent restaurants in the Downtown region – hotel guests also get discounted entry to Georgia Aquarium.
Seven nights’ room-only costs from £1,439pp, including flights from Heathrow on May 22. See virginatlantic.com.
