Netflix's beloved (and occasionally mocked) fashion drama is making its comeback. After the fifth season raked in 26.8 million views globally in just 11 days, the streaming giant greenlit a sixth installment, and production kicks off in May 2026. This time, creator Darren Star is taking Emily Cooper and her impossibly chic wardrobe somewhere new: Greece and Monaco.
For five seasons, viewers have watched Emily's glossy adventures unfold across Paris, Rome, Venice, Saint Tropez, and the Alpine resort town of Megève. That same magic inspired countless travelers to book trips to these locations, creating what experts call the "Emily in Paris effect" on tourism. Now two fresh destinations are about to get their moment in the spotlight.
Where and when the magic happens
Netflix announced the news during a special PaleyFest panel in Los Angeles on April 10, 2026. The production schedule runs from May 11 through September 30, 2026, giving the crew a full five months to capture the glamour across two completely different environments. Lucas Bravo returns as Gabriel, along with series regulars Lily Collins, Ashley Park, Lucien Laviscount, Samuel Arnold, Bruno Gouery, and Andrew Fleming.
The season finale of season five left us with a major clue. Gabriel, Emily's on-again, off-again romantic interest, sent her a postcard inviting her on a Greek escape. The inclusion of Greece in the filming schedule suggests fans might finally get the tropical romance storyline they've been waiting for. As for Monaco, the glittering playground of Formula 1 racing and high-stakes casino culture seems tailor-made for the show's aesthetic.
The tourism domino effect
Here's the thing about shows like this: they don't just entertain audiences. They reshape travel plans on a massive scale. A study by the French National Centre of Cinema found that in 2023, more than half of international tourists visiting France cited a TV series or movie as their main inspiration. The White Lotus single-handedly triggered tourism booms at each of its filming locations. Emily in Paris has done the same thing consistently since 2020.
Travelers planning trips based on what they've seen on screen is no longer niche behavior. It's become a defining travel trend called "set-jetting," and Greece and Monaco should prepare for the rush. If you're considering a visit to either destination, the next few months are your window to arrive before the crowds descend following the season's release.
What we still don't know
Netflix and the cast have remained tight-lipped about specific plot details. Which Greek islands will Emily visit? Will the show explore Monaco's legendary casino scene or its famous Grand Prix circuit? When exactly should locals expect to spot the cast during filming? The internet is filled with speculation, but nothing concrete has emerged yet beyond those two destination names.
What we do know is that fans of European travel content have another reason to dust off their passports. Whether you're chasing the glamour of Monaco's yachting culture or dreaming of Greek island sunsets, Paris remains Europe's entertainment hub, but these two destinations are about to become impossible to ignore. Start researching flight deals now, because this show has a proven track record of turning fiction into filled hotel rooms.
The sixth season arrives at a moment when experiential travel driven by visual media is at an all-time high. Whether Emily's character actually makes it to those postcards-worthy locations or if the narrative takes a turn, one thing's certain: travelers will be booking tickets to follow in her footsteps.
