The Reel

Stories from the film-travel beat

Guides, tips and behind-the-scenes reporting from our travel desk.

Maya Chen · Jul 2, 2026

From Los Angeles to Kyoto, these exterior sets are open to the public year-round.

Dev Anand · Jun 24, 2026

Comfortable shoes and a charged phone go further than you'd think.

Maya Chen · Jun 15, 2026

A look at how decades of film props are catalogued and stored.

Sofia Reyes · Jun 3, 2026

Stack festival dates across cities without burning your whole budget.

Dev Anand · May 22, 2026

Why studios are investing more in physical, walk-through experiences.

Sofia Reyes · May 10, 2026

Where to eat, stay and shoot photos around the Cinema Center.