Take a magic carpet ride up the social ladder with a visit to Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur, India, home to the current royal family of Jodhpur. Don’t get too excited, the architectural marvel is so massive that it’s not likely you will cross paths with a royal during your visit. But you will feel just like Aladdin—Genie not included. tajhotels.com

If a castle can capture the heart of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, it's probably worth a visit. The Queen Mother visited the castle for the first time in 1952 after which she decided to buy, restore and renovate it. She went on to spend many summers at The Castle and Gardens of Mey before moving onwards (and upwards, we imagine), giving it to the Trust in 1996. There are two ways to stay at the Castle of Mey. Find out more: castleofmey.org.uk

Now that Her Majesty The Queen has moved on from the Castle of Mey, she frequents the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk, England, which has been the private home of four generations of British monarchs since 1862, including King George V. Guests can stay in the property's former water tower, which is still absurdly elegant. landmarktrust.org.uk