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How Reality TV Filming Locations Impact Local Tourism

How Reality TV Filming Locations Impact Local Tourism

The most notable example of a reality TV hotspot boosting the local economy is the immense success of HGTV’s Fixer Upper. Premiering on HGTV in 2013, the show depicted the renovation and redecorating business of married Texas couple Chip and Joanna Gaines. Fixer Upper became an unprecedented phenomenon for the network by drawing millions of viewers per episode, and the couple’s signature architectural style of shiplap and wainscoting popularized the “farmhouse chic” style of the late 2010s that brought their Magnolia lifestyle brand national prominence.

Sustainable Filming: Eco-Friendly Film Production

Sustainable Filming: Eco-Friendly Film Production

From using renewable energy in film production to reusing and recycling, these eco-friendly practices are making a big difference Implementing sustainable filming practices into your next movie or television show can significantly and immediately impact a planet that...

Set-Jetting: A Travel Guide for Film Enthusiasts

Set-Jetting: A Travel Guide for Film Enthusiasts

One of the most beneficial aspects of the set-jetting trend is its long-term impact on local tourism and the communities in general. Even years after the production of a movie or television show has ended, fans continue to visit the locations featured on screen, providing a steady stream of tourists to the community.

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