Antananarivo — “Tana” to locals — is Madagascar’s chaotic, hilly capital and the gateway to the island’s lemurs, baobabs, and rainforests. Spend 2-3 days here before heading out: stay at the Novotel Convention & Spa, visit the Rova palace and Analakely Market, then fly or …
Downtown Napa is California’s most walkable wine country destination, with 60+ tasting rooms clustered in a few strollable blocks — no designated driver required. Add world-class restaurants, a river for kayaking, and charming B&Bs, all 1.5 hours from San Francisco. Here’s how to spend 2–3 …
Matachica Resort Belize Review Matachica Resort & Spa is an adults-only (16+), 32-casita colorful beach resort on Ambergris Caye, Belize — each casita named after a fruit and painted a different bright color. It’s now part of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and bookable …
The Sheraton Dubrovnik Riviera Hotel is a 5-star beachfront resort in Mlini, about 10 minutes from Dubrovnik’s Old Town. I planned to stay two nights and ended up staying four — the huge spa, two pools, and sea-view balconies won me over. If you want …
Sierra Grande Lodge & Spa is a 17-room hot springs resort in Truth or Consequences, New Mexico — now a Ted Turner Retreat. I stumbled on it while planning a White Sands trip and it totally exceeded my expectations: free daily thermal pool soaks, rustic …
Hotel 96 is a peaceful 18-room boutique hotel 30 minutes outside downtown Marseille, right by Calanques National Park. With garden-view rooms, a pool, sauna, and homemade breakfasts, it’s the perfect relaxing base for exploring the Calanques — and a lovely escape from city noise. Rates …
Shota @ Rustaveli Boutique Hotel is a modern 38-room boutique hotel steps from Rustaveli Avenue in central Tbilisi — and in my opinion, the best-value luxury stay in the city. Rates start around $40/night, the rooms are spotless and new, and the location puts all …
Treebones Resort Big Sur: Glamping Review Treebones Resort is a glamping resort at the southern end of Big Sur with 16 ocean-view yurts, a Human Nest, treehouses, autonomous tents, and tent campsites. Rates run roughly $100+/night for campsites to $600+ for autonomous tents, with breakfast …
The Fairmont Monte Carlo is an iconic seaside hotel between the Mediterranean and Monaco’s historic center, famous for its rooftop pool, Nobu restaurant, and front-row Grand Prix views. I enjoyed Monaco so much I extended my stay. With fully renovated rooms and rates from around …
The best hotel swimming pool in Singapore is Marina Bay Sands’ infinity pool on Level 57 — 150 meters long, hotel guests only, open 6am to midnight. For the best skyline views without a room key, try the Fullerton Bay Hotel or PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering …
