The rise of TV tourism, thanks to shows like Wednesday and Bridgerton

Wednesday was shot in Bucharest, Romania. — AFP

Out on Netflix for just a few weeks, new series Wednesday, centred around the “Addams Family” daughter, has already turned viewers’ lives upside down. With online travel agency Expedia seeing an uptick in TV tourism, will the filming location of the Tim Burton series be the latest to benefit?

TV shows are having a genuine impact on our lives. From our wardrobes to our musical tastes, shows like Stranger Things and Bridgerton have been influencing our consumer choices. It’s a phenomenon being seen once more with Wednesday; the series is giving some fans ideas for their next vacations.