The medieval town of Cley on England’s historic East Coast has a long tradition of welcoming visitors from all over the world. It was once one of the busiest ports in the land. The Cley Windmill was built in the 1700s and remained as a working mill until the early …
“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 …
The JO&JOE Vienna is a hip hotel/hostel on the fifth and sixth floors of IKEA at Vienna's Westbahnhof, famous for its striking architecture. Vienna's centrally located IKEA has a metal skeleton frame with modular containers filling the gaps and solar panels on its rooftop. Bird nests, beehives, 160 trees, solar …
Completed in 1820 as a residence for Princess Lobanova-Rostovskaya and later home to Russia’s Ministry of Defense, this Four Seasons hotel is steeped in history and culture. With high ceilings, marble bathrooms, and 24/7 room service, guests will certainly feel like royalty in this lavish setting. This hotel is popularly …
Owned by Las Vegas Sands, The Parisian Macao officially opened in 2016. Its landmark feature is the half-scale Eiffel Tower, like the Paris Casino in Las Vegas. While the Paris casino in Las Vegas may be one of the smaller casinos on the strip, the Parisian Casino is not inferior …
Neo-Moorish is an exotic architectural style that reached its peak popularity in the mid-19th century. It took elements and inspiration from Islamic art. There are only a handful of examples of such buildings in Europe. One of them is Villa Crespi, which lies near Lake Orta's shores in the scenic …
Located in Puerto Bories, Chile, this five-star hotel is the former home of a cold storage plant on the banks of the Última Esperanza Sound. This 57-room hotel, set on 100 acres lining the Last Hope Fjord (a.k.a. a valley formed by glacial activity), was built using sustainable materials and …
One of Thailand's trendiest hotels has an explicit fondness towards books and bold contemporary design. The Library has a beachfront location on the country's second-largest island. Koh Samui is known for its palm-fringed beaches, coconut groves, and lush, mountainous rainforests. The hotel's buildings are structured just like a book. The …
The Malibu Rocky Oaks branding started as a wine label in 2003, founded by Howard Leight. The 37-acre magical land on the rolling hills of Malibu became one of the most highly-rated vineyards. The happy combination of the Mediterranean microclimate and volcanic soil resulted in uniquely colored and aromatic wines. …
The monumental doors of Hotel TwentySeven welcome you to a dream experience, seemingly remote from the bustling Dam Square in Amsterdam, where it's located. This suites-only hotel is housed in the iconic 'Industria' building constructed in 1916. The sixteen sumptuously decorated suites are the exact opposite of Dutch minimalistic design. …
Experience total isolation in the opulent comfort of richly decorated tents constructed on top of boulders. Zannier Hotels Sonop lies at the edge of the NamibRand Nature Reserve in the Namibian desert. The travel time from Windhoek's international airport demonstrates just how remote this location is. By a private jet, …
This unique luxury campsite is set in the Australian desert amidst red sand dunes and stunning views. Located right by the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Longitude offers fifteen luxury tents (each elevated on stilts) where the flick of a bedside switch to raise the blinds is all that stands beside …
The Old Smock Mill was originally constructed at the beginning of the 19th century. The recent renovation aimed to keep as much of the original workings as possible. Around the first floor runs the newly re-built exterior oak staging, used as a balcony to enjoy the marvelous sunsets and British …
This 17th-century palace is located in Medina of Fez and is a prime spot for indulgence and exploration. Medina of Fez is the largest contiguous car-free urban zone in the world and has been occupied since 859AD. Its rich heritage has lead it to be called the “Athens of Africa”. …
Centrally located and just a three-minute walk from Piazza Navona, one of Rome’s most famous squares, this refined 10-suite hotel is set in a townhouse dating back to the 16th century. Each suite is decorated in a mix of vintage and modern pieces; some suites even have balconies with wonderful …
A very stylish art hotel in Rome. Located halfway between the Ostiense and Testaccio neighborhoods near to traditional restaurants, shops, and bars abuzz with clientele. Every lamp, application, and decoration is a unique design piece created by a contemporary Roman artist. Unique and expressive artworks transform the walls to create …
One of the most hyped backpacker's adventures is the Gibbon Experience, which takes place in the Northernmost region of Laos, in the Nam Kan National Park. This project made ziplining through dense rainforests a form of wildlife protection. In the mid-90s, French entrepreneur Jean Francois Reumaux came up with a …
This happy place lies on a 130-acre (53 hectares) organic farm. The color-coded vintage trailers are spread around a pond and encircled by the greenery of the Alta Colina Vineyard. The region is best known for its sweeping hills and its tasty wines. Before arriving at this tranquil place, all …
This 16th Century farmhouse is situated in the region of South Tyrol and is owned by a couple big in the fashion industry so you can expect things to be elegant. The amazing renovation includes underfloor heating, selected antiques, and artworks. The seams of history are preserved in the design …
Stepping into the Vintage Hotel in Brussels may make you feel as though you’ve stepped into a time machine. Goodbye 21st century, hello the 1960s and 70s! This family-run converted mansion is located uptown, a short step away from Avenue Louise - a notorious shopping street with high-end stores like …