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Movie Set Travel: Dan in Real Life

If you're a Steve Carell fan--and want to see a movie with him that's safe to take your kids to--check out this week's pick, Dan in Real Life. Dan (Carell) is a devoted father, and a widower who's also a newspaper columnist. After he meets Marie (Juliet Binoche) in a bookstore, he's head over heels until he realizes Marie's dating his own brother.

Of course there are the usual mix-ups and hijinks with the two sneaking around, and a bunch of poignant scenes with Dan and the kids. Hey, we warned you it's a family flick.

As this was shot in and around Rhode Island, we offer you some fun things to check out in The Ocean State--a very pretty place this time of year:

Where To Stay: Castle Hill Inn, Newport Perched right on the end of a 40 acre peninsula off Newport's famed Ocean Drive, Castle Hill Inn will make you feel like you own your very own ocean front manse--if you just close your eyes and block out all the other guests. The inn's premiere building, the Agassiz Masion, houses nine themed rooms with custom decor and views of the bay.

Where To Eat: Aunt Carrie's, Narragansett Family owned and operated for more than 85 years, Aunt Carrie's serves locals and travelers traditional R.I. beach grub: think steamers, clam chowder, lobster salad and fish & chips. Be prepped to wait a bit, folks line up early. Carrie's is the real thing, having earned an "America's Classic" award from the James Beard Foundation earlier this year.

What to See: Point Judith Lighthouse, Narragansett As featured in the film, check out this legendary lighthouse originally built in 1810. A family dynasty of lighthouse keepers spanned nearly 100 years here. Point Judith Lighthouse was refurbished in 2000 and offers a great view of the bay to the north and the sound and Block Island to the south.

Related Stories:
· Movie Set Travel coverage [Jaunted]
· Rhode Island Hotels [HotelChatter]

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