This fall, the story continues as the long-awaited sequel of the superhero action movie is set to hit screens. In the next edition of the popular franchise, warriors and queens band together to protect their kingdom from a hidden undersea nation using superpowers including enhanced strength and speed.
With 65% of Vietnamese wanting to venture to a destination featured in a movie or TV show, Booking.com has uncovered five incredible destinations where the shimmering towers, sprawling grasslands and sparkling savannahs of the movie were filmed. From dramatic mountain ranges in Africa to metropolitan cityscapes in South Korea and incredible waterfalls in Argentina, travelers can embrace their inner superhero and travel to the jaw-dropping backdrops of the amazing franchise movie.
Maseru, Lesotho
Known locally as the ‘Kingdom in the Sky’, the alpine country of Lesotho encircled by South Africa was the main setting and filming location of the fictional kingdom in the movie. Crisscrossed by a network of rivers and mountain ranges, and featuring magnificent waterfalls and dramatic peaks of the luscious emerald Maloti Mountains, visitors will feel like they are stepping into a scene of a sci-fi movie in an alternative universe.
Vietnamese travelers are amongthe top countries (second only after India) with 65% travellers stating that being physically active is a personal motivation to travel, can explore the incredible highlands on foot as the area is famous for world-class hiking and jaw-dropping views.
Lesotho may be accessible from more well-known destinations like Durban and Johannesburg in South Africa, but its remoteness makes it a special destination full of untouched natural beauty which travelers can explore on horseback like the locals. Bed down in the capital city of Maseru, with easy access to the rich traditional culture of the Basotho community that can be experienced in the welcoming villages dotted around this kingdom.
Busan, South Korea
Busan is the second largest city in South Korea and features something for every type of traveler. From beautiful sandy beaches and bustling urban markets to rugged mountains and steaming hot springs, this old port town has so much on offer. Featured as the backdrop for that unforgettable and exhilarating car chase in the superhero franchise, travelers can get in on the action and explore the buzzing Asian city themselves. For those wanting to swap an exciting car chase with a cool boat trip, a nighttime Tour with Cruise towards Dongbaek Island offers the sights without the traffic.
Locals love the laid-back beach scene, exquisite seafood and casual tent bars, and the hot springs are well-known spots to unwind after a spa treatment. Geumgang Park offers unforgettable views of the city’s skyline and travelers can visit the beautiful Buddhist temples to immerse themselves in the traditional cultural history of Busan. The Gamcheon Culture Village is a vibrant neighborhood nestled into the side of a mountain and well worth a visit with its bold street art and kaleidoscope of colorful houses. Art enthusiasts can head to one of the many contemporary galleries there to get their culture fix.
Bwindi, Uganda
Due to its immense natural beauty, the production company drew inspiration from the mystical Rwenzori mountain range and Bwindi National Park in south-west Uganda to create the movie’s mountain tribe settlement. Dating back 25,000 years, the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is an ancient rainforest of ecological uniqueness and incredible natural beauty.
This UNESCO world heritage site is globally famous for being home to half the world’s gorilla population and people travel far and wide to have a face-to-face encounter with these majestic silverback creatures – a real once-in-a-lifetime experience. Bwindi is also home to a small population of forest elephants, and travelers may be lucky with a sighting in this mystical and magical rainforest. This off-the-beaten-track destination is one of the most biologically diverse forests in Africa and an incredible place for travelers with a real sense of adventure.
Puerto Iguazu, Argentina
Travelers seeking to behold a powerful natural phenomenon fit for the main character of an action movie, should head to Puerto Iguazu, the local destination for the Iguazu Falls and one of the natural wonders of the world.
Featured as the filming location for the Warrior Falls in the movie, visitors can step into the world of legends and experience the magnificent 275 waterfalls that cascade there – especially on an exciting boat ride to encounter the falls up close and personal. Uniquely located on the tri-border of Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay, travelers can discover the incredible rainforest and ecosystem with waterfalls as big as 260 feet (80 meters) high.
For the 91% of Vietnamese travelers who consider seeing beautiful natural scenery important when picking a destination, this destination is full of tropical wildlife and plants, and travelers can immerse themselves in a world fit for legendary characters amongst colorful birds and 500 species of beautiful butterflies.
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
At the center of some of the top universities in the world, and stretched out along the north shore of the Charles River, it’s no surprise that Cambridge in Massachusetts has been used as a filming destination to set the scene for some of the genius characters in the superhero sequel.
Full of innovative minds and with a bohemian feel, Cambridge is home to integrated college campuses, top-class museums, a buzzing performing arts scene, and incredible restaurants. To explore Harvard campus from a student’s perspective, a Guided Harvard University Walking Tour will give visitors a dynamic view of college life while allowing them to discover some of the university’s most iconic sites.
Travelers can make the most of the cozy book and coffee shops, settling down with a good book and a pastry while people-watching. Harvard Square is full of historical buildings and cool boutique shops, while visitors can meander along the Charles River or attend one of the many regattas held throughout the year to experience world-class rowing races with the Boston skyline in the distance.
Old San Juan, Puerto Rico
Rich in history, color, and charm, Old San Juan is situated in the Caribbean capital of Puerto Rico, San Juan, and is a popular filming location for the superhero franchise where the coolest comic book characters have come to life. The elegant neighborhood features blue cobblestoned streets lined with rainbow-colored buildings where visitors can soak up the colonial architecture and bold street art that unfurls to a dramatic palm-fringed coastline. Known as the ‘walled city’ because this historical destination is partially encircled by an ancient wall, travelers can go back in time by visiting one of the city’s grand gothic-style fortresses that overlook the Atlantic Ocean.
For those seeking adventure, embark on a Hidden Waterfall Hike with a trip outside of the city to discover the extraordinary beauty of the Puerto Rican mountains on a forest trail to majestic falls with natural pools to swim in. Back in the city, a plethora of farm-to-table restaurants celebrate Puerto Rico’s rich cultural heritage, alongside street food vendors serving up mouthwatering Caribbean delicacies from plantain to tembleque, a silky coconut custard perfect for any traveler with a sweet tooth. San Juan is also the birthplace of the piña colada, so visitors can sip on this cooling cocktail made from fresh local produce watching the spectacular sunsets.
