Following the release of Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster film The Odyssey, easyJet holidays reveals holidaymakers are swapping cinema seats for Mediterranean shores as ‘set-jetting’ drives travel to key filming locations
Search and booking data highlights a spike in demand, with bookings for mainland Greece and island breaks up by 18% week-on-week
Bookings for classic Greek island getaways such as Corfu have increased by 28%, and the Peloponnese Peninsula is soaring, with searches up 12% in the area
To help sun-seekers trace mythical footsteps without a 10-year detour, easyJet holidays has launched a curated ‘Odyssey Holidays’, connecting travellers to ten top 4 and 5 star Mediterranean hot spots
With Christopher Nolan’s cinematic spectacle The Odyssey capturing the world’s imagination on the big screen, new booking and search data from easyJet holidays reveals that standard summer breaks are taking a backseat to full-blown epic odysseys.
Inspired by the legendary journey of Odysseus, sun-seekers look to swap the cinema seat for a deck chair on the shores of the Mediterranean, hopping on the ‘set-jetting’ trend in their droves.
From Screen to Shore
Data from easyJet holidays reveals a steep spike in travel inspiration following the movie’s release, with overall bookings to the Greek mainland and island breaks surging by 18% week-on-week as travellers look to trace the mythical footsteps of classic legends.
Key filming locations and gateways featured in the epic are experiencing a major cultural moment:
The Greek Islands: Classic Mediterranean favourites have seen a massive spike in interest, led by Corfu with a 28% week-on-week increase in package bookings (and a 9% increase in searches). Other Ionian and classic Greek destinations are following suit, with searches up 8% in Kefalonia and 7% in Zante
Peloponnese Peninsula (Mainland Greece): Searches for gateways like Kalamata are up by 12% week on week as travellers seek out ancient ruins, dramatic coastlines, and pristine beaches
The Aeolian & Egadi Islands (Italy): Bookings to Sicilian hubs (with searches up 10% for Catania and 9% for Palermo), serving as the main gateway to these mythical island archipelagos, have seen week-on-week bookings soar by 8%
The Ultimate ‘Odyssey Holidays’ Hotlist
To help culture-hunting travellers craft their own epic getaway, easyJet holidays has mapped out a curated ‘Odyssey Holidays’. Connecting film fans to handpicked 4 and 5 star Mediterranean hotels across mainland Greece, the Ionian islands, and Sicily, all properties are easily accessible via easyJet’s primary airport network.
Hotel & Destination | What’s on offer | easyJet holidays packages |
Grand Palladium Sicilia Resort & Spa (Sicily, Italy) | Clifftop Sicilian luxury serving as the perfect jumping-off point for exploring the Egadi and Aeolian island archipelagos. | Seven nights at 5*Grand Palladium Sicilia Resort & Spa on an All Inclusive basis from £1,020per person including flights, 23kg bag and transfers. |
Mangia's Himera Resort (Sicily, Italy) | A stylish 4-star beach resort on Sicily's northern coast, ideal for sun-seekers looking for an affordable Mediterranean island escape. | Seven nights at 4*Mangia's Himera Resort on a Half Board basis from £995 per person including flights, 23kg bag and transfers. |
Domes Miramare, a Luxury Collection Resort(Corfu, Greece) | An iconic adults-only beachfront haven looking directly across the Ionian Sea toward Odysseus' legendary home waters. | Seven nights at 5*Domes Miramare on a Bed & Breakfast basis from £873 per person including flights, 23kg bag and transfers. |
Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa (Crete, Greece) | Premium 5-star resort featuring iconic overwater bungalows and lagoon-style pools for a deity-worthy holiday. | Seven nights at 5*Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa on a Bed & Breakfast basis from £995per person including flights, 23kg bag and transfers. |
Apollonion Asterias Resort & Spa (Lixouri, Kefalonia, Greece) | Tranquil 5-star resort in western Kefalonia, located near Xi Beach and ideally placed for exploring neighboring mythical Ionian islands. | Seven nights at 5*Apollonion Asterias Resort on a Bed & Breakfast basis from £665per person including flights, 23kg bag and transfers. |
Grecotel Daphnila Bay (Dassia, Corfu, Greece) | A serene 4-star hillside sanctuary tucked into olive groves, featuring sweeping views of Dassia Bay and private beach access. | Seven nights at 4*Grecotel Daphnila Bay on an All Inclusive basis from £841per person including flights, 23kg bag and transfers. |
Grecotel Creta Palace (Rethymnon, Crete, Greece) | Expansive beachfront 5-star luxury estate set on Crete's longest shore, blending authentic Cretan charm with world-class dining. | Seven nights at 5*Grecotel Creta Palace on a Half Board basis from£937per person including flights, 23kg bag and transfers. |
Domes of Corfu (Glyfada, Corfu, Greece) | Nestled on caramel-sanded Glyfada beach, offering bohemian 5-star luxury and family-friendly zones surrounded by pine-covered cliffs. | Seven nights at 5*Domes of Corfu on a Half Board basis from £839per person including flights, 23kg bag and transfers. |
Grecotel La Riviera and Aqua Park (Kyllini, Peloponnese, Greece) | Elegant 5-star beach resort set along the Ionian Sea, blending modern luxury with design inspired by Ancient Olympia. | Seven nights at 5*Grecotel La Riviera at Riviera Olympia and Aqua Park on a Half Board basis from £824per person including flights, 23kg bag and transfers. |
Fran Taylor, Head of Product and Content at easyJet holidays, said: "We know that pop culture and cinema play a huge role in inspiring where we choose to travel. With set-jetting continuing to trend, it's clear that blockbuster releases like The Odyssey are prompting Brits to seek out their own Mediterranean adventures this summer.
Whether travellers want to lounge like a deity at a luxury beachfront luxury resort or explore ancient myths and historical sites, easyJet holidays makes Mediterranean travel seamless and affordable. We’re delighted to offer brilliant package breaks across Greece and Italy to help holidaymakers turn cinematic inspiration into reality."
Mythical Travel, Accessible Value
With easyJet holidays packages including flights, 23kg luggage, hotel accommodation, and transfers all backed by a low deposit of just £60pp, there has never been a better time to embark on your own Mediterranean adventure.
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