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Who would have thought that a period drama about
chess
would be one of the most watched series in recent months and that it would be able to awaken the imagination of television viewers around the world.
Set in the mid-1950s,
Gambit de Dama
(2020, Netflix) chronicles the successes and failures of Beth Harmon, an orphan and chess prodigy who struggles to become the best player in the world, a passion that leads her to
incredible destinations
in all corners of the planet.
According to a recent study by the booking platform Booking.com carried out around the world,
33% of
Spanish
travelers
(based on 1,933 respondents) claim to have visited a destination after seeing it in a
movie
or
series
.
With this data in the foreground, we have selected five checkmate destinations for when it is safe to travel again.
Paris
The miniseries starring the American actress Anya Taylor-Joy starts in the French capital.
Known for iconic monuments such as the
Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe
or the
Louvre
, Paris has always been at the top of many travelers' wish list.
The city offers an endless list of attractions.
An ideal option to stay in the center is The Chess Hotel, a design establishment inspired by the world of chess.
with black and white squares throughout the accommodation, from the lobby to the bedrooms or bathrooms.
Just a few steps from the Opera metro station, which offers direct access to the Louvre museum, hotel guests can also play a game of chess by the fireplace in the lobby.
From
135 euros
per night.
Cafeteria at The Chess Hotel (Paris).
Las Vegas
In episode three, the protagonist visits Sin City for her first US chess championship.
This lively city has iconic corners like the Las Vegas Strip, a neon-lit street lined with luxurious hotels with casinos and music venues.
Las Vegas is also an ideal destination for foodies, as it offers something for everyone: from popular restaurants to fine dining options.
Marriott's Grand Chateau offers a central location on the Strip and
retro-
styled rooms
that will make you feel like Beth Harmon, the star of the series.
Guests can have a bite to eat in the beautifully designed Lobby Bar, or enjoy the sunset over the Strip from the rooftop Sky Bar.
From
130 euros
per night.
Mexico City
The series also follows the protagonist during her trip to Mexico City, where she participates in an international chess tournament.
The old Mexico City is a vast city due to its
size
, chaotic due to its
traffic
and enchanting due to its
historical heritage.
A city that is not made for tourists.
That is precisely where its charm lies.
In
Juarez
, in Mexico's Zona Rosa, full of shops, restaurants and places of interest, is the Hotel Geneve CD de México.
Its black and white tiles make the guest feel on a life-size chess board.
The interior of the hotel is very elegant and has historical elements that will transport you to the time in which the series is set.
From
72 euros
per night.
Lobby of the Hotel Geneve CD de México.
Moscow
In the Russian capital the
final chapter
of the series takes place, in which the protagonist Beth Harmon competes against the best chess players in the world.
The Russo-Balt Hotel is located opposite the Chess Museum and serves as an ideal starting point to discover the city.
The hotel is housed in an elegant 1876 building with Art Nouveau-style rooms, high ceilings, and large windows offering stunning views of the city.
The closest metro station offers easy access to other parts of the city, such as the Kremlin or Red Square.
From
149 euros.
Berlin
Although
Gambit de Dama
shows different corners of the world, the truth is that almost all the filming locations are in
Berlin
.
The German capital has a rich past and is full of historical attractions such as
Checkpoint Charlie
or the iconic
Brandenburg Gate.
Double room at Nook Rooms & Apartments.
Just steps from the Bode Museum, one of the main filming locations, is Nook Rooms & Apartments.
In Berlin's Mitte district, it offers apartments of various sizes, modern, fully equipped and with easy access to public transport.
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