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March 21, 2018

Top 10 dream destinations if money were no object

We’ve all thought about taking that dream luxury vacation, and then abruptly stopped ourselves midway through visions of a romantic trip to Bora Bora because frankly, it’s never going to be something we can afford. Well, a recent survey by travel management company Travel Leaders indulged 1,045 travelers in mapping out just where they would go if money were no object. From relaxing on the beaches of Fiji to cruising the rivers of Europe, these are the top 10 fantasy trips for travelers who weren’t allowed to vacation on a budget.

March 21, 2018

Top 10 fabulous villa vacations

We searched the planet to find 20 of the best by-the-sea retreats you can rent for less than $7,000 a week (eight days, seven nights).

March 21, 2018

Top 10 castle hotels worldwide

Once the property of the most elite in the land, many castles have found new lives welcoming tourists from around the globe... even those who fly coach. This means that travelers in the know can now enjoy sumptuous suites, grand views and fantastic dining spaces once reserved for aristocracy. 

March 21, 2018

Top 10 hotel bathrooms with amazing views

Some people prefer to read a magazine in the restroom, but we’d much rather gaze out over a stunning view. There’s nothing we love more than exotic sights, no matter where we’re taking in the view — the shower, tub, or elsewhere. From Hong Kong to Miami, Boston to Barcelona, here are our favorite hotel views from the best seat in the house.

March 21, 2018

Cities with best 5 star hotels under $200

It's not surprising to hear that global prices for hotels have risen 5 percent in 2012, from the year before.  But there are cities where average prices actually went down.  Now when you visit a world-class city, you can stay in a 5 star hotel for less then $200-sometimes considerably less.  We teamed up with Hotels.com, which just put out its Hotels.com Hotel Price Index, to find the most luxurious properties without breaking the bank. See more from Hotels.com's Victor Owens.

March 21, 2018

Hottest ice hotels in the world

Adventure seekers and nature lovers can spend the night at one of these incredibly detailed hotels, which boast first-class suites made from snow and ice. 

March 21, 2018

5 fairy tale hotel suites

In fairy tales, being locked in a tower generally meant your stepmother had some serious issues with you. But in these five hotels, gaining access to the tower suite means you may very well lock yourselves in and refuse to leave.

March 21, 2018

The world’s 5 most extreme hotels

What, you wanted to sleep on vacation? Forget that.

March 21, 2018

World's most bizarre hotels

From salted walls to eco-friendly bubbles, these unique hotels are worth the trip. Check out 10 of the most bizarre hotels in the world, as selected by Tingo Travels.

March 20, 2018

America's best poolside bars

Every weekend, the question is the same: Where should I go drinking? But in the summer, the question is slightly different: Where can I go drinking and cool off? As the temperatures rise, the 21-and-over crowds seek recreational bars that aren't filled with heaping masses of sweating bodies (here's looking at you, New York bars). So while the heat wave continues from coast to coast, we're seeking the best poolside bars across the country that allow us to dip our toes in, cool off for a brief moment of respite, and relax with a drink in hand. Consider the poolside bar the chicer cousin to the tiki bars of the last century; while tiki bars (and cocktails) are making their comeback, nowadays, the crowds are heading toward the nearest watering hole with reflection pools, chaise lounges, and updated summer cocktails. You'll notice a couple of themes throughout our list of America's best poolside bars: they're almost all located within hotels, which makes a lot of sense. Not every bar is as considerate as The Standard in downtown Los Angeles, which offers swimsuits to purchase at the front desk, but swimwear and beachwear is highly encouraged. (Besides, out-of-towners are the most likely bar-hoppers to have a swimsuit on hand.) While that makes it harder for in-town, pool-seeking residents to crash some of these poolside bars, many of them offer day passes to drinkers not staying in the hotel. Oh, and the other noticeable trend among these bars? They're almost all on rooftops — win. We considered the pools, location, décor, and cocktails when picking through America's best poolside bars; although cannonballs and pool toys may be discouraged at these bars, relaxation and partying are not. Click ahead to find America's hottest — or rather, coolest — poolside bars for your mid-afternoon daydreaming excursion. After all, everyone needs a little vacation.