This mountain hut is owned by the Swiss Alpine Club and lies 3240 meters above sea level overlooking a glacier pass. In order to get there, you have to hike across the glacier itself. Approach then, on the north side of the Lotschenlucke. The caretaker will see you from miles …
For those seeking a genuine farm experience, Koe in de Kost is the place to be. Located in Heeten, Overijssel, the earth houses (or so-called grondulow in Dutch) surrounded by green pastures embodies the true essence of Dutch country living. Even though you are removed from the busy urban centers, …
This hotel is built into a historic townhouse in Brussels. It has 17 themed rooms. Each one is decorated in the style of a location that gives you wanderlust. There is the Congo Room with its impressive African art, statues of tribal gods, and dancing masks. Check out the Cuba …
Soak yourself in the unparalleled beauty of the Skicircus Saalbach - Leogang - Fieberbrunn in the town of Leogang. This is where mama thresl, the hotel that invites sporty urban souls, is located. The chic building is designed and constructed from locally available natural materials. Native pine wood with a …
This boutique hotel is located in the “Valley of the Kings” where Balinese royalty once cavorted. Stay in one of 25 private villas each with a furry thatched roof, private terrace, and treatment room where relaxation is the order of the day. Each villa has a private pool, gazebo, and …
Darling Harbor, the Sydney Opera House, Powerhouse Museum, The Rocks, The Sydney Harbour Bridge, and Circular Quay are all iconic Australian landmarks that you can access easily from the restored heritage building that is the 1888 Hotel. From the hotel, you can also travel to the Sydney Fish Market, the …
Situated in the very heart of Seville, the Santa Cruz district, Hotel Amadeus embodies the heart of classical music while preserving the Sevillan style. This 18th-century mansion has been converted into an elegant hotel that offers panoramic views of famous landmarks such as the Cathedral and Giralda. Encompassing the theme …
“Rollin’, rollin’, rollin’, keep your wagon rollin” so the song goes, unless, that is, you’re staying in a special rolling hut. In which case, you will want to stay right where you are in Washington’s beautiful Methow Valley. The remarkably versatile wooden units were designed to be an alternative to …
Alila Villas Soori is a luxury beachside resort on Bali’s southwest coast. Located away from the tourist trail, the resort offers excursions to local villages and unseen temples. SCDA Architects designed each villa letting traditional, Asian structures blend into the environment, terraces, and private pools. Your villa has views of …
Perched over the limestone rock formations of the Pristine Cove in Negril, Rockhouse Hotel is an award-winning Jamaican boutique hotel. The thatched-roofed villas mimicking an African village are lined up at the edge of the volcanic coast. Apart from the large-sized villas, cozy bungalows and studios are offered with a …
If you want to travel about 800 years back in time, you need to visit Ashford Castle's picturesque halls and grounds. It is a magnificent castle built in 1228 and is set on 350 acres of sprawling woodlands on the shores of Lough Corrib (Corrib Lake). The ancient Irish castle …
If you were to tell me that you are going to stay in a “0-star hotel” I might wonder if you are planning to sleep in a ditch. But I would be very ill-informed. The Dunant Hotel has chosen to bill itself as “0 stars” to reflect its philosophy of …
The Wiesergut Hotel is located in Saalbach-Hinterglemm in Austria. For the last several centuries, the area has been defined by farms and mountains and those lovely sights are still available. The architecture is archaic while the décor is minimalist, creating a nice feeling of relaxation. For the interiors, expect untreated …
Villas Uluwatu is a resort resting on an elevated plateau that catches warm breezes from the Indian Ocean. Not only did the British Sunday Times name it one of the top 100 hotels in the world but it is certified by sustainable tourist organization, EarthCheck. WOHA, the award-winning design team, …
Esopus Creek is one of the essential tributes of the Hudson River. When the Europeans began to settle in America, the creek soon became an important trade route for the natives and the newcomers. As the first 200 years of settlement fly-by we see towns and villages springing up along …
The capsule hotel movement originating from Japan is spreading throughout the whole world. Originally started as a means to drive down accommodation prices, it has now entered a new era. Travelers are no longer satisfied with cheap but crowded and overly simple rooms. Optimi Rooms in Balbao is set to …
The Vintage Trailor is one of a range of accommodation in the Sierra National Forest provided by the Far Meadow organization. As iconic as the VW Camper Van and as American as Mount Rushmore, the Silver Streak trailer was first manufactured in the 1950s and has gone through many redesigns …
Deep in the Tiger country of India, there is a treehouse available to guests. Reception is also a treehouse with a large social area and viewing deck where you can see animals use the local water hole. You will commonly spot jackal, wild boar, and rare species of deer. Your …
This 71-room resort, which opened in 1989, is set in the mountains of France and has a shabby-chic, rustic charm for all guests to enjoy. While beautiful at any time of year, guests who visit in the winter will experience the magic of the snow atop the stunning surrounding mountains. …
Hoshinoya is a Japanese hotel chain with properties in many places in the world, and their resort in Bali is one of their newest. The group is bringing its refined aesthetic and Far Eastern sensibility to Bali's Pakerisan River Valley, near the spiritual center of Ubud. Located on the banks …