The Greek island of Ithaca anticipates increased tourism following the release of the "Odyssey" film. Businesses and officials expect many visitors to follow the epic poem's inspiration. While the movie generated publicity, no scenes were filmed on the island itself. Visitors will find Homeric monuments and literary heritage points of interest. The island's natural beauty and mythological connections draw interest beyond typical beach destinations.

More than 2,500 years after Homer’s epic was first told, Christopher Nolan's blockbuster retelling of The Odyssey has brought the journey back to big screens worldwide. But,…

The tiny Italian Mediterranean island that served as a key location for Christopher Nolan’s hit film wants to build a long-term attraction to cash in, but is wary of overtourism.

Ithaca bets on hometown hero Odysseus for tourism boom | Travel