| from The Independent & The Independent on Sunday |
 Apart from the odd tussle with uber villains, James Bond spends his time flitting from one exotic location to another - palm-fringed beaches, crystal-clear seas, high-rolling casinos and glamorous bars. The life of a secret agent is a succession of thrills, spills and far-flung destinations. And, at this time of year, aren't far-flung destinations where we'd all like to be, away from the cold, short days and miserable skies? If there's a soft white-sand beach calling you, below are links to holiday ideas for paradise isles Madagascar and the Bahamas, where the well-heeled enjoy exotic, hideaway holidays. We also bring you the high life in Montenegro in the Balkans, once favoured by film stars Burton and Taylor and, a little closer to home, the most glam places to stay, dine and drink at in London, with, of course, a high-class casino thrown in. Well, this is Casino Royale, after all. Sophie Lam gives the low-down on just a few of the hot spots favoured by the world's most glamorous secret agent in 'Casino Royale'. Prepare for a life of exclusive hotels and idyllic island hideaways. And discover why you should pack your phone... |