Back in the 1980s, Berlin was cool, but had a wall. Today, male strippers reenact soldier duty at the iconic Checkpoint Charlie border crossing. It’s good to have an exit plan for that wall tourism. Continue reading
Well, it’s an airport. But then one of world’s biggest travel hubs. Coming here means going there … for example the Bahamas, the Florida Keys or maybe just that one famous hotel at Miami Beach Continue reading
A pool party full of beautiful Bikini girls at a villa so magnificent as its view at the Ionian Sea. Alas!, there is just no way to enter that mansion. Or is there? Continue reading
When the Bond crew came to Egypt, they were looking for charming oriental and Islamic destinations. In Cairo, they found some – probably not knowing, that they were filming in one of the city’s “bloodiest” neighborhoods. Continue reading
North of Nassau is an island named Paradise – on it is Atlantis, Bahamas’ biggest hotel monolith. Though it might not sound like Caribbean relaxation, there is a gem hidden in the Atlantis mix of cocktails, casinos and cabanas! Continue reading
Greek island Corfu has many hidden beauties – but Pagi is one of the most outstanding. Embedded in olive groves, the village offers Mediterranean warmth to its visitors. And some thrill at a certain bar. Continue reading
As one of Ian Flemings favorite cities, Istanbul was already host to three Bond movies. While most action happened within the city centre, the picturesque Küçüksu Palace is up the Bosphorus – and worth the ride. Continue reading
The Overseas Highway in Florida combines 40 islands along the Key. Two of them were featured in an adrenaline pumped scene combining airspace, underwater and asphalt action – with the latter on the highways most famous tarmac. Continue reading
Lofty Hotel Atlantic in Hamburg offers all there is for Bond-lovers: classy martinis, international grandeur and a thrilling movie location on its rooftop. The entry to that spot is not for everybody – and comes along with a “spectre” story. Continue reading
Bond briefly visited West Berlin in the 1980s. Back then, the city was divided, but alive and kicking. Now – all united and being an international party hub – Berlin pulsates even more. Just recently, the “Octopussy” location in West Berlin got a fresh make-over. Continue reading
When Bond came to visit Upper Egypt, he only made a quick stop at the remote MI6 headquarter built up inside the Ramesses Temple of Abu Simbel. To sad, the agent was on world rescue duty: because the African infused part of Egypt is full of hidden gems. Continue reading
When James Bond came to the Bahamas, he naturally spent half the movie at the beach. A love scene was filmed both at suitable named “Love Beach” and “Southern Ocean Beach”. While the first is easy to enter, for the second you need to break some rules. Continue reading
