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One of this energetic city’s most beloved hotels, Mandarin Oriental Barcelona can be found within a former bank on the famous Passeig de Gracia (be sure to visit the Bankers’ Bar: It evokes the feel of an old-timey gentlemen’s club and has excellent cocktails). The interiors are grand yet contemporary and designed by Patricia Urquiola.... View Article

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A sleek hotel just walking distance from the United Nations, InterContinental Geneva is popular with diplomats, heads of state and visiting royalty. But it’s not just for those on a diplomatic mission; there’s plenty to enjoy including a heated outdoor pool with a Mediterranean restaurant; a spa by Clarins; and Woods, a delicious restaurant that... View Article

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Lush landscapes abound at Anantara, Marbella, and these palatial grounds will surely make you feel like royalty. The ultimate leisure destination offers world-class golf (there are three stunning courses), a Roman amphitheater, direct lake access, tennis, squash, badminton, croquet, ocean exploration and cultural immersion, all in one place. The hotel also has more than 1,200... View Article

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The fun begins before you even arrive at JW Marriott Venice: A private boat glides through the lagoon from St Mark’s, leaving the crowds behind and delivering you at Isola Delle Rose, a verdant 40-acre island where the hotel is the only edifice. If that’s not enough seclusion for you, Villa Rose is an ‘island... View Article

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Perched on a hillside above the Bernese Alps and the charming village below, The Alpina Gstaad deftly blends traditional Swiss craftsmanship, culture and cuisine with modern amenities, art and superb service. The classic exterior belies the opening year — 2012, not 1812 — and inside, there’s dramatic architecture, art and decor, as well as two... View Article

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Situated on the tip of Giudecca Island, Belmond Hotel Cipriani is a surprising respite from the hustle and bustle of Venice’s winding streets (but a private hotel boat will have you in St Mark’s Square in five minutes). The hotel overlooks the lagoon and has views of the Doge’s Palace and beyond. The Palladio Suite,... View Article

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Housed in the 16th-century Papadopoli Palazzo, Aman Venice is right on the canal yet it is surprisingly peaceful and discreet — so discreet, in fact, that you won’t find a sign out front and no dedicated check-in desk; rather, everything is done in-suite. The interior is jaw-droppingly beautiful, and it’s easy to spend time just... View Article

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Hotel Principe di Savoia, a Dorchester Collection hotel, is one of Milan’s historic landmarks — it first opened its doors in 1927, and the neoclassical exterior is certainly eye-catching. Today, it remains a fixture on Milan’s scene, attracting a fashionable jet-set crowd, and is just steps from the metro area. The Presidential Suite is exceptional... View Article

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At a whimsical spot on the Costa Smeralda coastline, you’ll find the dreamy Hotel Cala di Volpe with a private marina to house the many yachts that have anchored here (including Jackie O’s and Princess Diana’s). The hotel resembles a sleepy fishing village with terra-cotta rooftops, beamed ceilings and striking archways. The Penthouse Suite is... View Article

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You can’t get a better location — Grand Hotel Tremezzo sits on Lake Como and has the most breathtaking panoramic views across the vast lake and of the picturesque town of Bellagio. Take them in from the hotel’s floating pool, set right within the lake. The two-bedroom Rooftop Penthouse has a 1,200-sq-ft interior with two... View Article

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Le Meurice oozes elegant Parisian glamour from its prime location opposite the Tuileries Gardens, just steps from the Louvre and Place Vendôme. The grande-dame hotel has many original details and fine French decor mixed with modern design from Philippe Starck that keeps you in the present, not in a museum. At the very top of... View Article

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Il Salviatino is set in a 15th-century palazzo with sensational views across its flourishing gardens and the Florentine skyline beyond. The hotel is not only gorgeous, but rich with history: Original frescoes, rare art and prized antiques can be seen throughout, but book the Affresco Suite to bask in the details. Gaze up at the... View Article

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