Four Seasons Resort Lanai, The Lodge at Koele

Banyan Tree Spa, Banyan Tree Phuket, Thailand

Four Seasons Hotel George V

In an unbeatable location near the Champs-Élysées, this majestic 1928 white-stone hotel redefined elegance when it reopened its doors as a Four Seasons in 1999. Today, it’s tops with couture-clad jet-setters and bons vivants seeking a hushed city retreat with all the modern conveniences. Guests are greeted—and treated—to an eyeful of blooms upon arrival in the marble lobby; expect a sumptuous flurry of Flemish tapestries, crystal chandeliers, 19th-century furniture, and brocade fabrics throughout the public spaces. The 245 spacious rooms (doubles average a spacious 500 square feet) echo the same luxe detailing, and many rooms have private terraces overlooking the courtyard and rooftops beyond. And a heaven-can-wait full-service hotel spa adjoins an indoor pool ringed by a mural of the gardens at Versailles. But it’s chef Eric Brifford—who oversees the hotel’s Michelin two-starred restaurant, Le Cinq—who approaches godliness for his divine creations: fillet of red tuna with caviar from the Sologne region and tangy marinated vegetables, and Manjari chocolate soufflé and black-currant pulp. Lucky are the diners who can float upstairs to their rooms. Insider Tip: Don’t miss an Australian Sodashi body scrub in the sumptuous beige-hued spa. Room to Book: Any Duplex Suite is worth the upgrade for space and skyline views. Book the popular Honeymoon Suite, with Eiffel Tower vistas, for the ultimate romantic stay.

Bellagio Las Vegas

The Bellagio is the epitome of Vegas-style resorts. Among its highlights are AAA Five Diamond Award winning restaurants, trend-setting ultra-lounges, one of the best theatrical productions ever staged - "O" by Circque du Soleil ® an artistic sensibility that simply works. Bellagio has 3933 rooms, choose from a Deluxe  or  Lakeview room or upgrade to one of three suites: Salone Suite, Bellagio Suite or Penthouse Suite Bellagio.

XV Beacon

This exceptionally tasteful hotel merges the old and new in aesthetic harmony. As you enter the XV Beacon, you'll admire its stately 1903 Beaux Arts heritage, and find yourself curious about the stories it could tell. Then you'll discover the sophisticated interiors, where the angles and curves of modern furniture perfectly complement the historic architecture. XV Beacon is boutique in scale - and in its emphasis on personal service. No two rooms are alike, but all have gas fireplaces, large poster beds, and heated towel racks. The customized bathrobes and slippers add to the feeling that you're being pampered in a grand private residence. The hotel's restaurant, Mooo, reinvents the steakhouse with modern cuts paired with wines from one of the country's finest lists, but you'll want to explore the sophisticated dining choices in the hotel's Beacon Hill neighborhood. Or maybe a hot dog at a Red Sox game is more your speed; it's all convenient from the XV Beacon.

Amanpuri

Amanpuri which means peaceful place was the very first Aman resort. It is located within a former coconut plantation overlooking the Andaman Sea on the west coast of Phuket. Amanpuri is entirely selfcontained on a verdant peninsula sloping down to Pansea Beach and its pristine, sheltered cove. Forty pavilions and 30 Thai villa homes are interspersed throughout the coconut grove. The resorts pavilions are 115 square metres each, including the private outdoor terrace. Pavilion rates are determined according to view and location. All pavilions feature an outdoor sala, a kingsize bed, separate bath and shower, refrigerator with fully stocked minibar, electronic safe, stereo CD cassette system, IDD services and wireless broadband connections, also available in public areas of the resort, and airconditioning. Pavilions 105 and 103 enjoy the best views of the Andaman Sea. Pavilions: These constitute the starting category and are set along the resort's internal passageway with six rooms in all. Superior Garden Pavilions: Twentyfive garden pavilions are interspersed among the coconut palms. Superior Ocean Pavilions: Four pavilions have partial sea views. Deluxe Ocean Pavilions: These three pavilions offer sea views. Villas Homes: Adjacent to the resort, almost hidden by coconut palms, are 30 Villa Homes, many with oceanfront settings. Each villa consists of two to six separate bedrooms finished with Thai furnishings, art and antiques. Villas also enjoy a private pool plus living and dining Thai salas. A livein maid and cook attend to all guests needs, including the preparation of Thai cuisine in a private kitchen. Amanpuri villas are ideal for small business meetings, weddings and special events. The Terrace restaurant offers casual, allday dining in an alfresco setting and features Thai and European specialties. The Restaurant serves Italian cuisine and is open for dinner all year round and for lunch during high season. Both restaurants are located beside the swimming pool. Weatherpermitting, lunches are held at the Beach Terrace and during high season, evening torchlit beach barbecues. The Bar offers poolside drinks and snacks. At last light, half a dozen mouldedbrass tables and pairings of teak, rattanbacked chairs are set out along the terrace between the pool and the steps leading to the beach. The view is to the sun setting on the Andaman Sea. Room service is available, 24 hours a day, in the privacy of the pavilions and outdoor salas. Aman Spa: The Aman Spa opened here in December 2001. The spa features three double rooms for couples and three single rooms. Each room has its own changing area, steam shower, treatment area, and outdoor sala (pavilion) for lounging. There is also a sauna and steam room. Spa services include a range of massage and holistic therapies, facials, scrubs, body wraps, baths and beauty treatments with salas for meditation and yoga sessions. Swimming Pool: Amanpuris 27m freshwater swimming pool is finished in midnightblue tiling. Beach Club: This is an informal spot immediately in front of the resort. The facility offers snorkelling equipment, sun beds and towels. Waterskiing with Amanpuris own ski boat can also be arranged. Gym: The beach side gym features floortoceiling windows, with views to the sea and sunset. Equipment ranges from free weights to a variety of exercise machines. The facility is open 6am till 7pm. Library: The sunlit library keeps more than 1,000 books, ranging from novels to travel guides and coffeetable books on Southeast Asia. A large selection of CDs is available. Tailor: A tailor is available and guests may choose from a large selection of fabric. Fittings can be arranged in the privacy of the Pavilions. Board Room: Meeting facilities include a boardroom with audio equipment and an LCD projector. Gallery: An exclusive selection of Asian jewellery, antiques, textiles and artefacts are featured. General amenities are available as well as a selection of gifts, souvenirs and Thai fabrics.

The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel

Since its 1930 debut, The Carlyle has been a New York institution, presiding over the city from Madison Avenue. Leaders in politics, the arts, and business have stayed at The Carlyle throughout the decades, so don't be surprised to find yourself amidst present-day icons and idols. Home to just 188 rooms and suites, ranging from 350 sq. ft. to 2,600 sq. ft., every space oozes luxury. Details like hardwood floors, rich area rugs, and unique artwork generate the feel of a big city pied-a-terre. And at the Carlyle, you'll share space with well-heeled Manhattanites, whose residential apartments are spread throughout the hotel. Before dinner, grab a bevvie at Bemelmans Bar, an Art Deco masterpiece restored by Thierry Despont in 2002. Afterward, dine with the creme de la creme of the New York social scene at The Carlyle Restaurant, serving up regional American fare with French flair. The next morning, refresh at Sense spa, designed by Mark Zeff to evoke 1940s glamor.

The Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

Welcome to Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza, in Cairo, Egypt. This beacon of sophisticated hospitality and famous FS spa resort rises on the legendary Corniche along the bank of the river. With commanding views of both the Nile and the Citadel, Four Seasons unites its timeless, caring, personalised attention with the dynamism of fastforward Cairo. The 365 guest rooms, including 77 suites, are generously sized and reflect the vibrancy of contemporary Cairo, with bright interiors, natural wood finishes and chic, comfortable furnishings. All guest quarters offer panoramic views, whether across the Nile to the island of Zamalek and beyond, or towards the 12thcentury Citadel. Tripleglazed windows ensure that interiors remain cool and quiet. Welldefined work areas allow guests to remain productive. Uptotheminute technology for communication and entertainment includes highspeed Internet wired and wifi access throughout. The spacious marble bathrooms incorporate Four Seasons signature features: deep soaking tub, separate glassenclosed shower, large double vanity and, in a separate alcove, WC with telephone.

Four Seasons Resort Whistler

Beneath Blackcomb Mountain's snow-capped peaks, Four Seasons Whistler is close to Blackcomb's ski lifts and a short walk or shuttle ride from Whistler Mountain and Whistler Village. Whistler Village's pedestrian-only core brims with fine dining, apres-ski nightlife, shopping, and a multitude of cultural and entertainment choices.

Claridge's

Luxurious Claridge's has been an exclusive Central London retreat for socialites, celebrities, and royalty for over 100 years. Located in Mayfair, a haven for shopping, dining, and high-end socializing, Claridge's is only a five-minute walk to the sought-after tailors of Savile Row, or the shopping on Bond Street and Regents Street. Claridge's sumptuous accommodations will seduce even the most discerning traveler. From 300-square-foot rooms to the 1900-square-foot penthouse suite, every space at Claridge's London is stunningly appointed with stylish designer decor - and if the Claridge's good looks don't win your heart, in-room fresh flowers and doting concierge service will. When the day is done, see and be seen at Claridge's indulgent dining options: revel in the best high tea in London at the decadent Foyer, an Art Deco spectacle that features a blown-glass light sculpture by artist Dale Chihuly; or splurge on dinner at Gordon Ramsay, the celebrity chef's signature restaurant.

Baur au Lac

This hotel earns a perfect score for its "brilliant position right on the water" and proximity to Bahnhofstrasse shopping. Decor in rooms, which have Wi-Fi, varies from the Art Deco, to Louis XVI, to English Regency; furniture and fixtures were custom-made in Europe. Guests receive complimentary entry to the members'-only hotel nightclub Diagonal, across the river. "There is nothing staff couldn't do." La Terrasse's Sunday brunch draws locals.

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Ka'upulehu

Auberge du Soleil

As if Napa wasn't beautiful enough already. The Auberge du Soleil is a Mediterranean-inspired retreat that terraces down the hillside, with incredible views of olive groves and vineyards. All rooms offer overscaled furniture, original art, handmade tile floors, and beds dressed in bright fuchsia and gold. Open the French doors and discover a private terrace with sweeping views of the valley. Or unwind in your private outdoor hot tub surrounded by a secluded garden. The Auberge du Soleil is a renowned culinary destination. Get a coveted table on the terrace, with views of the olive groves, and sample a wine from one of the largest and most extensive collections in the valley. In the mood to spa? Before your treatment, soak in a temperate spring overlooking the Valley. Sip an elixir as you relax in a spacious private suite with a fireplace and heated private pool. Many of spa preparations use herbs cultivated in the garden - so you and your dinner have something in common.

The Gleneagles Hotel

In the land that bestowed the game of golf upon us, Gleneagles is home to three of the top Scottish Championship Golf Courses. In 2014, their legendary PGA Centenary course will be the site of the 40th annual Ryder Cup. Decorated in true European fashion, The Gleneagles Hotel offers some of the finest accommodations in all of Scotland. The 232 luxurious rooms and suites overlook sweeping grounds. Bedrooms are refined and classic with sensual fabrics and spacious bathrooms. An estate like this inspires greatness from you as a player, but also from the staff. Each of the hotel's nine restaurants has its own unique style - from traditional Scottish to Mediterranean. There's even Andrew Fairlie, a two Michelin-star restaurant whose cuisine is unabashedly French but with a Scottish twist. The one facet they all share is the use of the finest fresh produce from farms in Perthshire and Scotland, as well as from specialist suppliers around the world.