“Your move.” – me to Expedia while searching for flight prices.
At this point, it’s no secret: The Queen’s Gambit on Netflix has been in the streaming platform’s “Top 10” since it debuted October 23. Based on a novel of the same name by Walter Tevis, the show chronicles the life of chess prodigy Beth Harmon (portrayed by Anya Taylor-Joy), from her time growing up in a Kentucky orphanage to her tournament experiences in places like Paris and St. Petersburg, as she strives to become a world champion. The limited series is simply stunning and utterly compelling, even if you haven’t the faintest idea of how to play the game (I’m personally still not confident that I can define Beth’s signature move, “The Queen’s Gambit”). Here are a few locations around the world to consider adding to your bucket list if the show inspired you to buy a chess set and/or travel.