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Author: Lori Small

Singapore

Singapore

  Singapore is a city dedicated to business and greenery. The spires of its skyscrapers look like a big bar graph pointing to the sky. Incredibly, it is super clean and crime is virtually unknown. But amid this obsessive neatness is a madly chaotic bustle of peoples and cultures. Everyone is drawn to Singapore in…

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Sa Dec, Vietnam

Mekong Delta, Sa Dec, Vietnam

  Sa Dec is a small, sleepy town in the Dong Thap province of Vietnam. It was the original setting of the autobiographical novel “The Lover” by Marguerite Duras. This romantic and charming little town is a true hidden gem in the Mekong Delta. The Small List Things to Do Sa Dec Market – The Sa…

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Mekong Delta, Vietnam

Mekong Delta, Vietnam

  The Mekong Delta flows through six countries, giving life and a home to millions of people. The activity on the Mekong Delta revolves around the river. It is an agricultural miracle where rice is the staple crop and coconut palms, exotic fruit orchards and sugar-cane groves are endless. Experience the rhythms of daily life…

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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City, Saigon, Vietnam

  Hồ Chí Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, is a bustling city with a vibrant mix of old and new. The city is the economic heart of Vietnam. It is hot, noisy and dynamic. The colorful nightlife brims with personality, attitude and outrageous food.  The Small List Best Hotels The Park Hyatt Hotel –…

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Da Nang, Vietnam

Da Nang, Vietnam

  Overlooking the Bay of Da Nang and the East Sea, Son Tra Mountain, known as Monkey Mountain, is a breathtaking national park. Relax in the heart of a nature preserve with beautiful troops of rare and exquisite monkeys in their habitat and on your balcony. The Small List Best Hotel Intercontinental Danang Sun Peninsula…

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Hoi An, Vietnam

Hoi An, Vietnam

  The ancient and dreamy town of Hội An in Vietnam is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Furthermore, it is lined with grand architecture, a lazy river and canary yellow merchants’ houses. The iconic Japanese Covered Bridge and shops are aglow with silk lanterns. The town is peaceful and oozes with charm of a bygone…

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Siem Reap, Cambodia

Angkor Wat, Cambodia, Siem Reap

  Siem Reap is the gateway to an ancient world. Along the dusty streets, tuk-tuk drivers are eager to take you to Angkor Wat. The temple complex in Cambodia is one of the most important archaeological sites of Southeast Asia. The Small List Best Hotels Nita by Vo – Nita by Vo is a stylish and…

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Luang Prabang, Laos

Laos, Luang Prabang

  Luang Prabang is at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan river in the northern Laos. The breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site is surrounded by Buddhist Temples and charming colonial buildings. Rice fields, water falls and butterflies breathe life into the magical atmosphere. Awaken your spirit in jungle covered hills. The Small List Best…

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Halong Bay, Vietnam

Halong Bay, Vietnam

  Halong Bay, or “Bay of the Descending Dragon” is filled with thousands of towering limestone islands topped by rainforests. Junk boats and sea kayak expeditions paraded us past scenic rock formations rising from the water like dragon teeth. The TienOng cave, a star on our journey, is peppered with beautiful stalactites and stalagmites, formed…

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Hanoi, Vietnam

Hanoi, Vietnam

  Hanoi is where the old exotic Asia and the new dizzy Western pace intertwine. A pulsating historical and cultural hub, Hanoi buzzes with hundreds of motorcycles whizzing past in the narrow maze of streets, where the culinary tradition is full of earthy markets and a highly regarded and rambunctious street-food culture literally spill into…

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Nantucket, Massachusetts

Massachusetts, Nantucket

  “The Faraway Land” is located 30 miles off the south coast of Cape Cod and is a beautiful oasis of over 40% conservation land with plentiful beaches. Once a major whaling port, Nantucket today is a mecca for tourism and draws people to its natural charm, history and beauty. In addition, the restaurants are…

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Portland, Maine

Maine, Portland

  Portland, Maine is a historic seacoast town with a funky vibe, working waterfront, art galleries galore, and unique boutiques. The award winning restaurants serve everything from classic lobster rolls to exotic cuisine that is stylish and sophisticated, yet genuine and unpretentious. Experience the quintessential Maine Coast and urban sophistication, as well as lighthouses, lobsters,…

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Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts

Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts

  Martha’s Island is a Massachusetts island, located in the Atlantic just south of Cape Cod. It has been a longtime New England summer retreat. The Vineyard encompasses harbor towns and lighthouses, sandy beaches and farmland. The Small List Best Place to Stay Harbor View Hotel – A luxury historic hotel built in 1891 in…

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Ogunquit, Maine

Maine, Ogunquit

  Ogunquit is a “beautiful place by the sea” and one of Maine’s most popular and charming small towns. The summertime resort town is, of course, where you can enjoy scenic coastal strolls, a world-class theater, nearby beaches and outstanding seafood. Take a walk along the Marginal Way. The path winds along rocky cliffs overlooking the…

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Aspen, Colorado

Aspen, Colorado

  With more than 300 days of sunshine a year, Aspen is truly a year round destination. The community’s mantra – mind, body, spirit – is as fresh today as it was 60 years ago. Aspen made a name for itself as a winter destination. Visionary skiers, philosophers, blue-collar workers, and locals created a cultural hub high…

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Washington, D.C.

Washington D.C.

  Visit monuments and memorials and tour eclectic neighborhoods for culinary delights. “Washington”, “the District”, or simply “D.C.”, Washington D.C. is the capital of the United States. It is the hub for American politics and America’s most patriotic front lawn. The Small List Best Hotels Hay-Adams Hotel – One of the most historic and iconic luxury…

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Seville, Spain

Seville

  Seville is one of the most charming cities of Spain and the birthplace of Flamenco. The city is known for bullfights, endless tapas bars and restaurants. You can smell the perfume of orange blossoms on every corner. The Small List Best Hotel Hotel Alfonso Xlll – This spectacular hotel was commissioned by the King…

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Ephesus, Turkey

Ephesus

  The ancient city of Ephesus is a large archeological site. It was once the trade center of the ancient world, a religious center of early Christianity and today, an important tourism center in Selcuk, Turkey. The small town is 18 miles away from Kusadasi. Established as a port, Ephesus used to be the most important commercial…

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Antibes, France

Antibes

  Antibes is located on the French Riviera, the Côte d’Azur, between Cannes and Nice. The seaside resort town is picture perfect with a lively ambience, overlooking luxury yachts and grand villas. You will find sophisticated relaxation with an aura of magnificent glamour. The Small List Best Hotel Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc – Hotel du Cap is…

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Beaver Creek, Colorado

Beaver Creek, Colorado

  Beaver Creek is a luxurious year round retreat and mountain getaway. Enjoy world class skiing, delicious five-star cuisine and elegant, upscale boutiques. There is always something to do in Beaver Creek Resort. The Small List Best On Mountain Restaurant Beano’s Cabin – Nestled at 9,000 feet on the flanks of Larkspur Bowl, Beano’s Cabin features…

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London, England

London

  London is the world’s most visited city and one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world. It is also immersed in history. Today, London is a leader in the arts, fashion, entertainment, finance and diverse restaurants. The choices are endless and range from Michelin-starred restaurants, to gastropubs, traditional British restaurants and afternoon tea. The…

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