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Madrid, Spain

Madrid

  The cosmopolitan city of Madrid is renowned for its arts, cuisine, and unbeatable nightlife. Cheerful and bright at all hours, Madrid’s authenticity is hard to beat. In addition, with manicured and expansive gardens and rich art museums, the city is the gateway to the rest of Spain. The Small List Best Restaurants El Botin…

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Monforte d’Alba, Italy

Monforte d'Alba

  In route from Saint-Tropez, to Lake Como, we were directed to a gem of a restaurant in the heart of Langhe, neighboring Barolo. A medieval village among the vineyards of Piedmont, Monforte d’Alba rises in an enchanting position. The restaurant, located in Monte d’Alba, is Trattoria Della Posta. Since 1875 the family has been aiming…

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Sveti Stefan, Montenegro

Montenegro, Sveti Stefan

  In the embrace of the Mediterranean, this fortified village dates back to the 15th century. The island of Sveti Stefan is a unique setting with serene sea views. Centuries of history have given the island its glamorous, yet intimate charm. The Small List Best Hotel Aman Sveti Stefan – Hand-restored stone buildings house the…

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Belgrade, Serbia

Belgrade

T   The city of Belgrade is located on the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers. It provides the backdrop for many of the city’s sights, and splits the city up into Old Belgrade and New Belgrade. It has the worlds largest Eastern Orthodox Church, the Church of Saint Sava, one of the largest church…

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Melbourne, Australia

Melbourne

  Melbourne, Australia has a world class combination of dining, art galleries, homegrown fashion and a packed sports calendar. Undoubtedly, this is one of the world’s most livable cities and it’s full of hidden charms. THE SMALL LIST Best Hotel The Langham Melbourne – The Langham is nestled on the famous Southbank Promenade. The hotel…

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Noosa Heads, Australia

Noosa Heads, Queensland

  Noosa Heads, Australia combines all the finer things in life with stunning beaches. The beauty of Noosa National Park is undeniable. Visit the trendy and fashionable Hastings Street for cosmopolitan cafés, designer shops and alfresco dining. The Small List Best Hotel Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort Hotel – Located in the heart of Hastings Street, Sofitel…

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The Great Barrier Reef, Australia

Great Barrier Reef, Hamilton Island, Whitsundays

  The Great Barrier Reef in Australia is one of the seven wonders of the natural world. Viewing it from a greater distance, you can understand why. It is larger than the Great Wall of China and the only living thing on earth visible from space. The Whitsundays is an archipelago of 74 tropical islands…

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Sydney, Australia

Sydney

  Loved by international travelers and those who call it home, Sydney, Australia is an international city bursting with entertaining and captivating attractions. The city is home to a lively arts and culture scene, a stunning harbor, coastal beaches and national parks. The food and wine is cutting edge. There are many events to attend…

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Omaha, Nebraska

Nebraska, Omaha

  Omaha, Nebraska is the destination to absorb the good life with Warren Buffet and Charlie Munger at the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting. Feel very smart and place a check mark next to a long standing bucket list dream. The Small List Best Place to Stay Cornerstone Mansion – The Cornerstone Mansion, historically known…

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Denver, Colorado

Colorado, Denver

  Denver, the capital of Colorado, is an American metropolis dating to the Old West era. Denver is also a jumping-off point for ski resorts in the nearby Rocky Mountains. Cherry Creek is the premier outdoor retail and dining destination. The collection of art galleries and independently owned boutiques is impressive. Denver is a remarkable…

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Aspen Cares

Aspen, Aspen Hope Center, Colorado

The Aspen Hope Center The mission of the Aspen Hope Center is to extend a beacon of hope to those in emotional crisis. In addition, the center offers a continuum of comprehensive care while working to decrease the stigma of mental illness. Their objective is to provide expert clinical care, public education, and outreach. Year…

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The Highland Bowl – Aspen, Colorado

Aspen, Colorado, Highland Bowl

  The Highland Bowl is Aspen’s Crown Jewel. The area offers some of the steepest and most challenging ski terrain in the U.S. This 782-foot vertical hike takes anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour. The trek can be particularly difficult for those not used to the altitude but the skiing and the views are…

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Kitzbuhel, Austria

Kitzbuhel

  Kitzbuhel is a small medieval town in Tyrol, Austria. It is undoubtedly one of the most popular resorts in the world with the most famous ski-run in the world – The Streif. Don’t miss out on the most spectacular lift in the world: the 3S-Umlaufbahn (tri-cable gondola). It spans the 2.5-kilometre wide and 400-meter…

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Salzburg, Austria

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, Austria

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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South Pacific, Fiji

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, China

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, India

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, India

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, India

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 Wildlife Sanctuary, India

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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