Bauer Il Palazzo is a luxury hotel in Venice that dates back to the 18th-century. Located directly on the Grand Canal, it is something of an institution in the city, mixing antiquated interiors and fine artworks with all modern conveniences and impeccable staff. St Mark's Square is just a five minute walk away, with its numerous shops, restaurants and bustling cafe culture. What is your opinion of this great Venetian hotel?
The Kempinski Giardino is located at Mazara Dell Vallo, a coastal town surrounded by Sicilian countryside. As part of the Kempinski chain, guests are guaranteed convenience and luxury that's complemented by great service. Families love this luxury hotel because of its great security and kids' facilities. How would you rate this wonderful hotel in Sicily?
Merida is one of our favorite colonial cities; it has a rich cultural heritage, a lively fiesta spirit, and is close to some of the best sightseeing in the world. But with the city chaos and heat, it can sometimes feel like hard work to explore the historic center of town. The ideal solution is to have a luxurious refuge close to the heart of the city; an indulgent property with a large swimming pool, shady gardens with sun loungers, and atmospheric guest rooms. The Villa@Merida has all of this and more and makes a perfect base from which to explore this captivating city. How would you rate this great hotel?
Statue of St. James, Cathedral of Santiago de Compostel
Templo Mayor
Famous statuary can run the gamut from relatively tiny (like David) to relatively gigantic, like the Statue of Liberty. For as long as humans have been alive on this earth, we've been striving to craft a stone recording of our physique that communicates the true beauty of the natural human form. Which of these grand illustrations of the master sculptor's art would you most like to visit?
With its roots as a 17th century inn, this sky blue and white house, with huge views from the upper floors, is filled with music, pictures and good books. Warm and welcoming Thelma McCausland, a great home cook, offers two guest bedrooms in her family home, one blue and pretty, the other deep red and handsome, with Irish linen on the beds and plenty of extra touches but, appropriately, not televisions. The neat, pretty sitting room is at guests' disposal; the smell of fresh baking scents the air. How would you rate this great hotel?
Dining out in foreign cities is all the more enjoyable when the restaurant you chose is of great world renown. By supporting high end cuisine, you are able to get a glimpse at the very root of a culture, the place where its lands meat its table, in the form of its celebrated culinary treats. Which of these great international restaurants would you most like to visit for a taste of authenticity?
This tranquil and indulgent hideaway is one of our favorite locations for a weekend escape with a loved one. Hacienda del los Santos has all the ingredients for a perfect getaway - sumptuous rooms with wood burning fireplaces, cozy terraces and an exquisite and very romantic restaurant. In summer, when Alamos basks in temperatures around 90 degrees F, the enticing swimming pools provide daytime distraction. How would you rate this wonderful hotel?
The pool top restaurant takes full advantage of its location and offers sweeping views of the dramatic coastline. Lunch can be served here but Villa Franca's main restaurant is located off the small reception, lounge and bar on the entrance level. The lounge is filled with terracotta urns, plants and royal blue armchairs and sofas with white lions' heads at the end of the arms, not to everyone's taste, but certainly a fresh and memorable look.How would you rate this great hotel?
The Todos Santos Inn is a real gem. If you ever needed an excuse to visit this much talked about but still authentic Baja town then this is it. The Inn's quality accommodations are full of period charm and comfortable elegance that serve as a luxurious base for excursions into the area's desert landscapes and Pacific beaches. It's an ideal escape from the commercialized Capes and even a few days will leave you with a taste of the real Mexico. How would you rate this amazing hotel?
Statue of St. James, Cathedral of Santiago de Compostel
Templo Mayor
Great statues are always worth an extra trip to see. Ever since the dawn of time, humans have been endeavoring to erect monuments that capture the full grace and divine splendor of the human form in all its rich display. Which of these great tributes to the divine sculptor's arts do you most want to see for yourself?
