Exciting news for Omaha Fans! Academy Award winning actor George Clooney will be at the Omaha Visitors Center this spring filming for the new movie, Up in the Air.

Oscar nominated Juno director Jason Reitman wrote the screenplay and will direct the Paramount Pictures film. “Reitman and his crew have been to Omaha several times scouting locations and fell in love with the city” said Dana Markel, Executive Director of the Omaha Convention and Visitors Bureau (OCVB).

Up in the Air is based on the novel written by Walter Kirn about a constantly traveling corporate downsizer obsessed with collecting his one millionth frequent flyer mile. The main character Ryan Bingham, played by Clooney, endures some quirky twists and turns on his journey.

This isn’t Clooney’s first brush with Omaha. He won an Oscar nomination for his role in Michael Clayton, which includes a quick visual reference of Omaha. Clooney is expected to be in Omaha filming Up in the Air for three days.

Smell, taste, feel, see and hear what Omaha has to offer at one of the most distinctive visitor centers in the country. Talk one-on-one with friendly experts who will help create an Omaha experience just for you. Vibrant video displays take you on a virtual tour of the city. Enjoy special coffee concoctions brewed just the way you like them and shop for unique Omaha souvenirs. The Omaha Visitors Center, at the corner of 10th and Farnam, is a fun and informative place to start your exploration.