Do you hate people? Fair enough. People are loud and annoying. In fact, people are the opposite of what you need on your holiday. That’s basically the premise of Manakau PurePod. The PurePod is located in the Seaward Kaikōura Mountain Range, about 2.5 hours north of Christchurch, New Zealand. To …
Less than a five-minute walk from Peru’s Plaza de Armas, the Inkaterra La Casona is the first boutique hotel in the city of Cusco. Built in a 16th Century manor house on an old training ground for the Incan army, guests will truly feel as though they’ve stepped back in …
The Hotel Plaza Athenee New York is a Central Park luxury hotel that puts you right in the middle of New York culture, while also providing plenty of interesting stuff to keep you inside. Twenty-four-hour room service is just the start. You can also expect contemporary niceties like a fitness …
The Puchner Castle Hotel is five hotels in one. You can stay in the Renaissance Palace where you have a choice of rooms and suites decorated in the genteel style of Matthias Corvinus who was King of Hungary and Croatia from 1458. Or how about The Castle – an elegant …
The masterminds behind the unique Geneseo Inn concept are Steve Cass and Ted Plemons, who hired a talented architect to design an innovative bed and breakfast. Walter Perry of Ecotech Design was the architect of the eight cabins of the boutique hotel nestled in the rolling hills. With the help …
If you’re looking for a private island experience and adventures like city tours and snorkeling, St. George’s Caye Resort may be the perfect spot for your next getaway. Located on a remote island in Belize, Central America, this resort is home to just 16 thatched cabanas, strictly for adults-only. The …
The Herdade do Moinho Novo, located in the municipality of Montijo, Portugal, is among the latest innovations in agritourism. Only 30 minutes from Lisbon, the bungalows are set in a cork oak forest, meaning they are surrounded by nature. The “hanging houses” are perfectly integrated into the rural landscape where …
Set on a cliff-top 1000 feet above the sea this hotel offers commanding views of the Bay of Naples and rich history. Once home to an exiled Russian Prince this stunning property is set in scenery that includes Mount Vesuvius and Sorrento Ischia. Choose a suite with unparalleled sea views, …
A truly Arctic experience awaits you at the Arctic TreeHouse Hotel in Rovaniemi, Finland. Located in the Arctic Circle, the structure of this hotel encompasses Scandinavian design and Lappish traditions. The hotel is nestled atop a hill with floor-to-ceiling windows in the rooms, offering splendid views of the surrounding forest, …
This elegant Scottish estate was recently acquired by tennis star Andy Murray who grew up in nearby Dunblane in an effort to recreate the golden age of grand country living. This secluded destination is situated on 34 acres of woodlands and gardens, complete with a private loch. Guests are offered …
An impressive marketing feat or Hawaii's unbeatable natural beauty, or perhaps both, has made the archipelago of eight major volcanic islands the ultimate holiday fantasy of everyone around the world. Sensei Lanai, A Four Seasons Resort, is nestled in the highlands of Lanai, 1,800 feet above sea level, surrounded by …
The high-altitude vineyards of Mendoza are the beating heart of the country's wine-making industry. The famous region is responsible for two-thirds of Argentina's entire wine production. Casa Wine Lodge is set in this pretty part of the world, surrounded by natural and manmade beauty. The resort is nestled in a …
Backpacking can be a tiring business, particularly if you arrive at a hostel with the expectation to have a good rest and a clean shower. Most often than not, this remains to be a dream. Stayokay Domburg is the most substantial contrast yet to be seen for the whole cheap-hostel …
Segera Retreat is an oasis of safari luxury, set in the heart of Laikipia, Kenya. The six villas, creatively made of timber and thatch, are built on elevated platforms set above a profusion of lush greenery. The dramatic wall of cactus that encircles the property attracts sunbirds and other beautiful …
This magical destination in the Arabian Desert is perfect for those seeking a lavish desert adventure with an otherworldly spa. Step into a privileged sanctuary at Wadi Khadeja. The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert, is the United Arab Emirates' first desert resort to offer an all-pool villa concept …
This hotel is so cool it looks like an ice cube. See it appear to float around the husk of an old apartment block. Completely rejuvenated now, of course. It looks this way because it is wrapped in frosted glass and, at night, it glows like a lantern. Inside, the …
You wake up in a prison cell with s pounding heart and a painful headache reminiscent of your yesterday's consumption. Distressed, you try to collect your last night's memories. And then it hits you, and you breathe a sigh of relief. You haven't done anything wrong. Actually, you have done …
If you are looking for luxury, history, beaches, and amazing wine as well as easy access to entertainment, you need to book a stay at the Design & Wine Hotel in Caminha, Portugal. The hotel is a wonderful example of modern architecture blended with the classic 18th-century architecture of the …
Based on Jules Verne’s 1865 novel, From the Earth to the Moon, this imaginative French space will leave guests both amused and inspired. An ode to the story takes place in the post-American Civil War era, where characters attempt to launch three people to the moon. This apartment is whimsical …
Overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, this gorgeous seafront hotel. Once an ancient Roman villa turned nunnery, the Angiolieri is now a beautiful restored 18th-century hotel that continues to maintain the feel of a private home. Peppered with both antique and contemporary furnishings, the Angiolieri offers guests plush and comfortable rooms. The …