Get Paid to Watch 15 Travel-themed Movies — Here's What You Need to Know

Are you an avid movie watcher? How about someone who loves a good travel-related flick? Yes? Then it's time you get paid for your time.

Upgraded Points, a travel company dedicated to explaining the ins and outs of travel and credit cards, is looking for a "seasoned movie-watcher" to spend a few days engrossed in their favorite travel-related films and collect a little data along the way. In return, the company will pay you $1,500. 

"Travel isn't just about visiting new places," Keri Stooksbury, editor-in-chief at Upgraded Points, shared in a statement provided to Travel + Leisure. "Traveling is a luxury, and by creating this contest, we wanted to give someone the opportunity to go on a journey themselves from the comfort of their home."

Here's how it all works:

One very lucky movie fan will be paid $1,500 for watching 15 travel movies and recording the destinations, themes, or anything else they see as a trend. (Winners will also receive a $75 gift card to cover the cost of having to rent any of the films.) 

To be eligible to enter all you need is "A deep love for exploring different cultures, destinations, and experiences," along with an interest in cinema with a "keen eye for storytelling, cinematography, and the ability to appreciate films from various genres." 

To apply, just head to the Upgraded Points website and fill out the questions about why you think you'd be the perfect fit. Applications close on Friday, May 10 at 11:59 p.m. ET. The winner will be announced on Friday, May 24. And if you don't win, well, at least you now have a fantastic list of travel movies to add to your queue. 

Those applying must also have an "open-minded attitude" toward watching a diverse array of films, and the skill to "connect the dots between cinematic experiences and real-world travel" with their analysis. An understanding of research and trend-spotting is a plus. The person must also be 18 years or older and a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. 

And of course, here are the movies you'll be watching.

1. "Back to the Future"
2. "Barbie"
3. "Bucket List"
4. "Dune"
5. "Eat, Pray, Love"
6. "Into The Wild"
7. "Leap Year"
8. "Midnight in Paris"
9. "Out of Africa"
10. "Shrek"
11. "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty"
12. "The Way"
13. "Under the Tuscan Sun"
14. "War Dogs"
15. "Wild"

The winner will receive a separate worksheet specific to each movie and must watch and report back on the films no later than June 21.

Looking to get a head start? Check out these Travel + Lesiure-recommended flicks.