Palácio Estoril Hotel Golf & Wellness, Luxury Hotel & Spa, Near Lisbon, Portugal

Behind the grand white façade of this fabulous 1930s’ palace are romantic stories of royalty in exile, espionage and none other than James Bond himself. During World War II, European heads of state flocked to neutral Portugal and the elegant Palácio Estoril was their HQ. Just 20 minutes from Lisbon, these days Palácio Estoril Hotel Golf & Wellness combines its old-world charm with 21st-century touches including a Banyan Tree spa. For more details visit: condenastjohansens.com/estoril