So it’s an ultra-modern wooden cabin with views over the grand ocean waves by the famous Hirtle’s Beach. It may look like the sort of cube you would find in a toddler’s mouth but inside it is a triumph of eco-sensitive architecture and cutting edge ergonomics. It has caused considerable …
Disney is synonymous with the sparkle in children's eyes. The one that lights up when they watch one of their iconic fairy tales or a surprise visit to a Disney theme park. Since Disney acquired the Star Wars brand, there has been a growing demand and expectation for some next-level …
Rightfully, the first question to pop up in your mind would be about the connection between this historic Canadian hotel and the Prince of Wales. Bear with me because this story is both embarrassing and hilarious at the same time. Prince of Wales Hotel was built in 1927 in Waterton, …
Boeing (as in the airplane company) was founded here, so to commemorate that you'll find riveted metal cocktail tables to rest your specially crafted beverage. The massive circular fireplace in the Living Room which houses the resident DJ high above, riffs on a forest ranger look-out tower, and is covered …
On the outskirts of Melbourne, HM Prison Pentridge used to host famed criminals of various guilts, from serial killing to planting fake bombs to raise awareness of the nuclear threat. Although Australia's incarceration rate is on a slight uptrend, some aging facilities need replacement. And when that happens, historic buildings …
Although a part of an American hotel chain, The Ritz-Carlton, Budapest has its own distinct style. The hotel is housed in an early 20th-century building with a stained-glass dome, and the hotel feels just in place among other art deco architecture in the cityscape. Add perfect location to the mix, …
Hotel Basiliani shows you the best of Italian comfort, with a distinctly modern edge. The hotel features cutting-edge new architecture, stylish minimalism with amazing outdoor views. Up to 4 people can stay in each room, and some rooms are caved, while others are lofts. Bathrooms have showers and tubs and …
Built into a cliff facing the Sea of Japan in Izumo, this quirky resort has eight rooms, each resembling a cave. Here, you can enjoy a serene stay, quietly gazing at the waves and the magnificent sunsets from your jacuzzi's hot and bubbly water. Japan is a country where no …
Are you hesitating between all the dream-like resorts in the Maldives? Look no further. Baros Maldives has been voted as the best one in the Maldives, according to TripAdvisor. High praises for the privacy of the villas and the no-underage rule guarantee peace and quiet on this private island. Your …
St. Pancras International is one of London's busiest railway stations, which was constructed by the Midland Railway in 1868. Many would associate slums with developing cities like Mumbai or Dhaka, but when the William Henry Barlow-designed station was built, the area called Agar Town was home to impoverished people. So, …
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. …
Unlike a traditional hotel, La Classe is actually a former schoolhouse situated in the Belgian village of Denée. With seven bedrooms and bathrooms, this space can comfortably accommodate 19-21 people. Each room is associated with a school subject like mathematics, history, geography, and anatomy. This is an ideal place for …
Wow. That is surely the first thing to come out of traveler’s mouths who step onto the property of COMO Uma in Punakha. COMO Uma Punakha is an incredible destination with spectacular views over a lush, bright green valley and rice paddies in the smallest landlocked state in Asia. COMO …
The Tree House is part of the Castle Cottage B&B - a Strawberry Hill gothic mansion surrounded by rich woodland and dainty gardens set in rural West Sussex, England. The Tree House is actually built into a proud chestnut tree with thick branches that snake through the bedroom, traveling through …
4,000 acres of idyllic coastal countryside near the Uruguayan coast sits one of the most beautiful haciendas in the country. Estancia Vik José Ignacio is 20 minutes from Punta Del Este, a beach town with some of the best nightlife and entertainment venues in South America. The all-suite hotel is …
The Bulungula Lodge (pronounced boo-lun-GOO-lah) is part backpacker’s roadtrip, part cultural immersion, and part package holiday. It was set up in 2005 as an experiment to see if eco-tourism could help the local economy, and it has been a resounding success. Getting there is part of the by train, bus, …
An association game involving phrases like "concrete" and "desert" would result in aversive emotions. So, how is it possible to turn this upside-down and find beauty in it? Willow House is here to give a lesson in refined aesthetics with concrete, one of the most controversial finishing materials in an …
The Pretty Beach House looks downright magical, and maybe with good reason since it’s placed against the backdrop of ancient angophora, the Brisbane Waters, and the amazing scenery of the Bouddi National Park. It’s a beachside location and not too far a drive from Sydney. Meals and alcoholic drinks are …
Set on a small hill with views of rolling fields, surrounded by working farms in a fertile valley, Siena House is a quiet retreat in one of the most sought-after areas of Tuscany. Built in the ‘Leopoldina’ style in the 19th Century, the exterior is a gorgeous redbrick farmhouse while …
The coastal town of Dakhla is located on a narrow peninsula on the disputed land of the Western Sahara. This easy-going city can be reached now from Moroccan cities and the Canary Islands. It has recently become the hotspot for watersports thanks to its unusual windy weather on the Atlantic …