Salzburg
Salzburg is a Unesco World Heritage Site and the birthplace of 18th-century composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. It is the 4th largest city in Austria renowned for its baroque architecture and the sounds of the church bells. The Small List Best Hotel Goldener Hirsch – Situated on the world famous Getreidegasse Road in Salzburg’s Old Town,…
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Vienna
The home of Mozart, Beethoven, Sigmund Freud, the Vienna Boys Choir, the infamous Sacher Torte and more… The Small List Best Hotels Hotel Bristol – The oldest of Vienna’s grand dames, the Hotel Bristol, boasts a prime location overlooking the city’s famous Vienna State Opera house. Complete with antique furniture and authentic art deco touches,…
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Fiji
Bula! Welcome to Fiji! An archipelago in the heart of the South Pacific, blessed with 333 islands and the happiest people on earth! The white sand beaches, crystal clear water and an underwater world is a must to explore. The Small List Best Resorts Namale Resort – Located in SavuSavu, Fiji where you can revitialize,…
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Hong Kong
A city full of bustling markets, charming shops and culinary delights. Lose yourself in the nightlife and pamper yourself with afternoon tea at The Peninsula in Hong Kong. Heavenly! The Small List Best Hotel The Hong Kong Peninsula – The “Grand Dame” of the Far East and the oldest hotel in Hong Kong exudes…
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Varanasi
Gaining a new perspective on life, our hearts and souls were touched in a profound way along the shores of the holy city of Varanasi, India. In India, Varanasi is the most sacred place. The beating heart of the Hindu universe. Hindus believe it is auspicious to drink, bathe, and, after death, have their…
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Jaipur
Discover the allure of India and learn the secret to a life of wonder and delight in the vibrant city of Jaipur. Jaipur is located on the Golden Triangle and is known as “The Pink City”. Take part in a Camel Polo Match in this city of Royals. The charm and grace of a…
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Udaipur
Udaipur, India combines real beauty with a picturesque association of a great and glorious past. It stands on the banks of the wide, steel blue Lake Pichola. Marble palaces of pure white that glisten like fairy castles rise form the lake. Crowning the ridge in which the city clusters, along the shore of the…
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Ranthambore
At the Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary in India, explore the natural beauty of the wild, the ruggedness of the jungle and the territory of the majestic Royal Bengal Tigers. Two Safari’s, Three Tigers, and One OUTSTANDING day! The Small List Best Hotel Oberoi Vanyavilas – A jewel of a jungle resort spread across twenty acres…
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Agra
Agra is located on India’s Golden Triangle. It is, of course, the home of the iconic Taj Mahal. It is the favorite city of the Mughals today. The red sandstone, white marble, narrow lanes and quaint buggies are irresistibly charming. The 17th century Taj Mahal is a poem in stone. Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan created…
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New Delhi
New Delhi is the national capital of India at the point of the Golden Triangle. The Golden Triangle also includes Agra and Jaipur. We were immersed in chaos and Indian cuisine after a spectacular day of sights with our friends from Abercrombie & Kent. The Small List Best Hotel The Leela Palace – The regal feel…
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Colorado,
Crested Butte
The 104 mile distance between Aspen and Crested Butte can literally be chiseled down to eleven miles on foot when you snake your way up along the legendary trail over the 12,480 foot Maroon Pass. Although a beautiful drive along a winding road if you choose that route, the hike is both glorious and…
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California,
San Diego
San Diego is the oldest city in California and boasts an average of 266 days of sunshine a year. The oldest city in California, it is located is very near the border of Mexico. Explore the Gaslamp District for lively restaurants and, of course, the San Diego Zoo. The Small List Best Hotels Hotel…
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California,
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is “The City of Angels” and also the second largest city after NYC. LA is rich with Hollywood luminaries, famed restaurants, sexy nightlife and entertainment galore. This city also never sleeps! The Small List Best Hotels Chateau Marmont – This is the place where things happen. You can feel it in the…
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Mansfield,
Ohio
Mansfield, The Fun Center of Ohio What is Mansfield, Ohio famous for? Big-time Hollywood producers. Pulitzer Prize-winning authors. Mega-stars of motorsports. Innovations like America’s first walking and talking robot and Ohio’s first ski resort. These and other powerful stories are a part of Mansfield’s heritage. Now, it’s your turn to discover everything we’re famous…
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Aspen,
Colorado
Going back to the late 1800’s, Aspen has been celebrating the Fourth of July. Today, with an old fashioned twist, Independence Day is celebrated in our small town with a big patriotic heart and a tremendous amount of fun. The annual parade attended by nearly 20,000 residents and visitors is kicked off by the U.S. Air…
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Aspen,
Colorado
Periodic climbs with moderate grades through Aspen groves, forests of pine trees and wildflower meadows make this beautiful hike a good workout and great for acclimating to the areas more challenging trails. Waterfalls echo as the trail leads to the high mountain, emerald green lake filled with trout awaiting your arrival. The Small List Best…
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Ibiza
, The island of Ibiza (pronounced ee-bee-tha if you are chic) is a sun-kissed, beach-bejewelled, glamorous playground with stunning turquoise water and jaw dropping sunsets. It is, in other words, heaven on earth for revelers around the world. The cream of Europe’s DJ’s call Ibiza home for the summer. The Small List Best Hotels…
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Barcelona
Barcelona is the cosmopolitan capital of Spain’s Catalonia region with a vibrant street life and medieval roots. It is an enchanting seaside city with boundless culture. Wandering the streets of Barcelona is like wandering through a dream. The whimsical creations by architect Antoni Gaudí, including the fantastical Basílica de la Sagrada Família, are otherworldly.…
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Zaragoza
With over 2,000 years of history, Zaragoza is Spain’s fifth largest city and is the capital of Spain’s autonomous region of Aragón. In route from Biarritz, France to Barcelona, you will encounter Meli Melo. Like finding a needle in a haystack, a penny in the sand or perhaps like finding a pot of gold!…
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Biarritz
Biarritz, France is dripping with glitz. For the fashionable, Biarritz is an uber chic, luxurious destination. Grand, glamorous, and once visited by royals. The Hôtel Du Palais, a palace on the beach, was built for the wife of Napolean III and remains the grande dame today. The palace dominates the vista with all her glory.…
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San Sebastián
San Sebastián is a beautiful seaside resort city in the Northern coast of Spain. This is Basque Country. Old and charming with golden sand, gastronomic fare and tapas galore. Bars and shops bustle late into the night. One of the most famous urban beaches in all of Europe, the beach of La Concha, is captivating and…
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