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Airbnb Offers Real-Life Floating House from Up

May 02, 2024 12:02 PM

Airbnb is offering a real-life recreation of the floating house from the animated film "Up" for a limited time. The house is located in Abiquiu, New Mexico, and is suspended by over 8,000 balloons and a crane. While the idea of spending the night in a floating home may seem adventurous (or harrowing), it's part of a larger initiative by Airbnb, which includes other iconic locations such as Prince's 'Purple Rain' House and a reimagined X-Men mansion from the animated show X-Men '97. As of now, the experience appears to be offered at no cost, encouraging fans to check out these unique destinations.

How long will Airbnb offer the floating house experience from "Up"?

The duration of the floating house experience is part of a limited-time series of special locations by Airbnb. The company has not specified an end date, so interested parties are encouraged to check Airbnb for availability.

"Up" is a 2009 animated film by Disney and Pixar that has captured audiences' hearts with its emotional narrative and colorful visuals. The film follows elderly widower Carl Fredricksen who, by tethering thousands of balloons to his house, sets out to fulfill his dream of seeing South America and avoiding being put into a retirement home. The house becomes a symbol of Carl's adventure and his connection to his late wife, making it an iconic piece of pop culture. The real-life recreation of the house is a testament to the movie's lasting impact and the desire to experience a piece of its magic in the real world.



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Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2024-05-02 12:12:02
Whoa, a real-life floating house from Up on Airbnb That's some next-level fan experience right there. I can already imagine the excitement of staying in such an iconic and whimsical setting. It's like living inside a movie for a night
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