ITALY – Venice, San Nicolo Monastery at Lido // Moonraker (1979)
In “Moonraker”, the MI6 hosts a secret monastery base in the Brazilian jungle. The monastery is real – but you won’t find it in the jungle.
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New Otani, Old Oasis
JAPAN – The New Otani Hotel in Tokyo // You Only Live Twice (1967)
Tokyo might be a megacity – but there is an location of peace right in its center. The New Otani luxury hotel has a 400-years old Japanese garden, an oasis of its kind. Only Bond can’t enjoy the place: He gets attacked here twice.
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A Russian Hotel in London
UNITED KINGDOM – London, The Langham Hotel // Goldeneye (1995)
In “Goldeneye” the Langham in London became the “Grand Hotel Europe” in St. Petersburg. The fake name is a clever nod.
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Cuba around the Corner
SPAIN – Playa de Camposoto, Isla de León // Die Another Day (2002)
In “Die Another Day” Bond enjoys some time in Cuba. The crew filmed in Spain – and recreated the coastline at a quite enjoyable beach. And we found the perfect heladeria to sweeten your stay.
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Auction Action at Sotheby’s
UNITED KINGDOM – London, Sotheby’s // Octopussy (1983)
Sotheby’s is a world-known auction house – and plays a major role in both a Bond short story and a Bond film. Besides the place, the whole area is magic: London’s stylish neighborhood Mayfair!
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Bridge of Spies
ITALY – Venice, Ponte dei Sospiri // From Russia With Love (1963)
Convicts saw the Bridge of Sighs from the inside, Bond played it more safe with a gondola ride. Nowadays you can have it both: Here are your best options to see the magnificent bridge.
Continue readingITALY – Venice, Ponte dei Sospiri // From Russia With Love (1963)
Convicts saw the Bridge of Sighs from the inside, Bond played it more safe with a gondola ride. Nowadays you can have it both: Here are your best options to see the magnificent bridge.
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Mitchell’s Flat
UNITED KINGDOM – London, The Water Gardens // Quantum of Solace (2008)
No wonder, MI6 agent Mitchell double-crossed the secret service. The rent for his London flat in WaterGardens is not for everybody. This is how to find the location!
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Pursuit at the Palazzo
ITALY – Venice, Palazzetto Pisani & Conservatorio Benedetto Marcello // Moonraker (1979) & Casino Royale (2006)
Conservatorio Benedetto Marcello in Venice has a special place in Bond history: Two different Bonds pursue two different Bond Women at the same location. We can’t blame him: The Palazzo really is a magic place!
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Visiting Bonds Apartment
UNITED KINGDOM – London, Stanley Gardens // Spectre (2015)
Even Bond clocks out – and returns to a cozy home. Or at least a home in a cozy neighborhood. And since “Spectre” we know where to look.
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Airborne in Andalusia
SPAIN – Sierra de Mijas, Alhaurín de la Torre in Andalusia // You Only Live Twice (1967)
The Little Nellie fight is a great part of “You Only Live Twice”. But when the stunts turned bloody, the crew had to move from Japan to Andalusia. This is how to get to the right mountains.
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The Dark Past of Smithfield
UNITED KINGDOM – London, Smithfield Market // Skyfall (2012)
In “Skyfall”, the MI6 sets shop in an underground car park next to the Smithfield Meat Market. The place may seem inconspicuous. But look closely, London’s blood-soaked history shines through at every corner.
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A Venice Love Affair
ITALY – Venice, Fondamente Misericordia // Moonraker (1979)
“Moonraker” presents a Venice full of love and action. One area combines both – without being too crowded. This is, why you should visit Cannaregio!
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ITALY – Venice, Fondamente Misericordia // Moonraker (1979)
“Moonraker” presents a Venice full of love and action. One area combines both – without being too crowded. This is, why you should visit Cannaregio!
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