Movie Set Travel: The Eye
This week Jessica Alba loses her vision, gets an eye transplant and things get creepy. "The Eye" is the story of Sydney, a blind violinist, who is given the chance to see after a corneal transplant. The problem is she's inherited some nutjob's eyes and has to endure scenes of death and terror with her new set of peepers.
Her only cure is to figure out whose eyes they are and what "secret visions" they've beheld. Creepy enough for us.
This one wasn't filmed anywhere super exciting, we'll admit. But there are entirely too many cool eye-travel tidbits to highlight, so read on--we couldn't resist!
Where To Stay: Hotel Sultan's Eye, Istanbul Slip into this self-styled "boutique" hotel in the center of old Istanbul for a very reasonable night's stay. Rooms are under $100, you get a full buffet breakfast and free wireless. Hey, the W it ain't but there is a rooftop terrace with a partial Black Sea view.
Where To Eat: In A Pig's Eye, Salem, MA Looking for a local joint with North Shore (or should we say "shoar") style? Head to this Salem hangout. It might look like a your average American pub with burgers, beer and nachos, but it's got an alter ego as a live entertainment hub. Acts range from spoken word to acoustic guitar to raging bands. You can come back every night of the week for something new.
What to Visit: The London Eye, London Since opening in 2000, the London Eye has become the UK's most sought-after attraction, and is a pretty sweet feat of engineering and design. The giant Ferris wheel with time capsule-like pods for riders allow you to see for miles in all directions. If you're there over Valentine's Day, book the "Cupid's Capsule" and you'll get a private pod of your own with a bottle of champagne and truffles.
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