Billed as a “four suite B&B,” the Follonico bears only a loose resemblance to the shabby seaside experience of the usual B&Bs found in Europe. It is run by a husband and wife team and is perfect for a quiet getaway in the Toscana countryside. Breakfast is served reassuringly late …
Sweden's Vildriket-Nordic Wildlife Park takes things a step further. How about a romantic moonlit night with a pack of wolves outside your window roaming freely in the Hälsingland forest? Sounds too crazy? Don't worry. Unlike how things evolved in the Jurassic Park movie, the Wolf Hotel in Vildriket has stood …
Located between the cities of Marbella and Sotogrande in Spain, the Hotel Finca Cortesin is bright and luxurious, spacious and inviting - the ultimate luxury getaway! With 67 large, bright, and beautifully designed suites with high ceilings, the Finca Cortesin is fit for royalty. It’s also ranked as being one …
Celebrating all that best about the fresh English countryside and its traditional estates, Cowley Manor is a vanguard of English finery. Indeed, it was a favorite of Lewis Carroll who authored Alice in Wonderland and other delightfully surreal works. Located on an estate that was assigned by William the Conqueror …
Head to Africa, and you’ll find the Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp deep inside the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Guests will be surrounded by a unique landscape, including waterfalls, lakes, volcanoes, and incredible mountain ranges. Gorilla families frequently visit the sanctuary, and it provides a unique opportunity …
The Northern Light Inn is not just a romantic name. You have a pretty good chance of spotting the Aurora dance right from this Icelandic hotel from August to April. They even have a designated viewing platform for this purpose, aptly called a Galaxy Balcony, where you can enjoy an …
Set in Portugal, this resort offers guests a truly unique experience. Made up of four modern yurts, each named after a Portuguese river with a unique color scheme, Quinta M is located on a country estate and is a nature-lover’s haven. Wait, back up...what’s a yurt? A yurt is a …
Venice has been facing major challenges recently. The city is gradually sinking, and some estimates put its final farewell to 2100. No wonder tourists have started flocking to see "the city of canals" in ever-increasing numbers. Consequently, Venice's small territory became so overcrowded that the city authorities had to act. …
You can find the beautiful rural Relais of Monaci Delle Terre Nere at the foothills of the still-active Mount Etna volcano. This boutique hotel has been certified as both bio and eco. Its organic farm spreads over 16 hectares, blessed with olive groves, citrus trees, and vineyards. As you would …
Sky Hacienda is stationed in front of stunning mountain views courtesy of the Bolivian Andes, an area that many travelers consider the "must-see" region in South American. This luxury hotel near the colonial city of Sucre combines amazing modern architecture with distinctive Inca and Spanish influences. The flowing walls and …
POD Hotel Cape Town touts the “sound of the sea”, noting its relaxing ambiance and a seaside sophistication lacking in most coastal hotels. These luxury rooms give you ample viewing of mountains and the sea with contemporary decor. There are only 15 units, but each one features the best in …
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. …
Set in the small fishing town of ‘Kaikoura’ (which means ‘to eat crayfish’ in Maori) the Hapuku Lodge is the place to stay if you love eco tourism, beautiful scenery, and sea air. The area has been home to the Maori for over 1000 years and is an excellent example …
Back in the olden days, Europe was rather like Game of Thrones except we didn’t call them “White Walkers” instead we called them “Swedish”. Anyway, Portugal was like King’s Landing and in 1640 a new king had ascended to the Portuguese throne, King Joao IV. Unfortunately the Spanish and a …
It’s hard to think about Spain without visualizing sparkling beaches meeting the deep blue waters of the Iberian Peninsula. You’re a stone’s throw away from the wild cliffs of Loiba when you arrange for a stay at the guest house on the famous Paraqueira Loiba Estate, and in the heart …
The city of Graz is home to Hotel Daniel, which offers luxury and simplicity. They aim to provide more than everything you need in each of its 107 rooms, but the one to go for is the rooftop Loftcube room pictured below. It offers 360 degrees breathtaking panoramic view of …
This boutique hotel is located close to the Cidade Maravilhosa’s bustling Centro business district – not that you would know it from the peaceful atmosphere. It is just a short ride away from the sparkling beach known as Zona Sul and Rio’s thriving samba dancing district. This former coffee plantation …
A luxury 26ft cruise boat that will take you to Venice and Croatia. Breakfast is served on board and you can eat dinner in their luxury on-board restaurant. The top deck is equipped with sun loungers and there is a covered bar and lounge to sit in. Below deck, there …
Back to school has never sounded more tempting. Located in a former Catholic schoolhouse in Bend, Oregon, McMenamins Old St. Francis School is a hotel with a twist. The original suites are housed in old classrooms, and the recent extensions stay very much on theme with namesakes such as Donna …
The WildSpring resort is located on the south Oregon coast, a place of outstanding natural beauty. Stay in a luxurious cabin in a private residential forest of 100-ft trees. Each cabin is built like a small home, filled with art and antiques, with radiant-heated floors. Visit the giant redwoods south …