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Top Rated Hotels in London 2025: Readers’ Picks

All great cities of the world have grand hotels, and London arguably has more than its fair share. There are plenty of properties known for their hush and patina, hosting royalty in their tearooms and dignitaries in their bars. They offer refined service as well as a plush spot to lay your head. Moreover, a select few rise above the rest, leading the way in design, hospitality, and class.
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Top-Rated Resort Hotels in Italy: Reader Favorites of 2025

From the cypress-dotted hills of Tuscany to thesorbetto-hued villas on the Amalfi Coast, the glittering social scene in Lake Como to the rugged Sicilian seaside, Italy possesses timeless appeal as a travel destination. Moreover, many of the country’s hotels have become enduring classics. Among the properties highlighted as the best resort hotels in Italy—a new category for GoTravelDaily’s World’s Best Awards—are several repeat winners from the Best in Europe list. Apparently, it’s tough to tire of the Mediterranean views from the lap pool at Palazzo Avino, a 12th-century patrician palace in Ravello. This esteemed property was named the top resort in Europe in 2010 and ranks fourth best in Italy this year. The planted terraces at the Hotel Santa Caterina, near the town of Amalfi, also remain appealing—ranking second in Italy this year and was recognized as the best in Europe in 2012.
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Top-Rated Resort Hotels in France: 2025 Favorites

Whether your French vacation fantasy involves striding through a glamorous 1920s resort on the Côte d’Azur, cozying up in a stone-walled farmhouse in Provence, or bedding down in an 18th-century manor in wine country, there is an exceptional hotel for you on this year’s list of top French resorts. Every year for the World’s Best Awards survey, GoTravelDaily gathers reader feedback on travel experiences around the globe—particular emphasis is placed on the top hotels and resorts, cities, islands, cruise lines, and airlines.
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Top Resort Hotels in the UK and Ireland: Readers’ Picks 2025

“Peaceful yet majestic” is how oneGoTravelDailyreader described Ashford Castle. The hotel is nestled on 350 quiet, scenic acres alongside a lake in western Ireland, exuding a grand presence with its rich history dating back to the early 13th century. It features 83 elegantly appointed rooms furnished in a baronial style, complete with gilded mirrors, four-poster beds, and luxurious velvet upholstery. Furthermore, a range of activities—from tennis to falconry—combined with attentive service has solidified Ashford Castle’s reputation as the top resort hotel in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
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Top-Rated Resort Hotels in Greece: Reader Favorites 2025

It’s easy to see why travelers love the Greek isles, with their whitewashed villas, enticing beaches, and cerulean waters. That’s some serious scenery for the region’s hotels to live up to — but they do. In fact, though mainland Greece might have the Acropolis, the islands of the Mediterranean take the laurels for hospitality. The best hotels on these islands deliver privacy, great design, a sense of place, and views that can’t be beat.
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Top Resort Hotels in Southeast Asia: Reader’s Choice 2025

Southeast Asia is renowned for its immense diversity and breathtaking landscapes. From Cambodia and Vietnam to Thailand, the region offers a plethora of stunning destinations that are certainly worth the long journey. In this vibrant continent, travelers often seek serene luxury, and they can find it in the choices of our readers highlighting the Best Resort Hotels in Southeast Asia.
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Top-Rated Safari Lodges in Africa: Readers’ Picks for 2025

A safari experience may be the ultimate bucket-list trip, and it’s not just because of the animals. The chance to see lions, elephants, hyenas, and other incredible creatures in their natural habitat is undeniably appealing. Moreover, the safari dream is also about indulging in luxurious accommodations while immersed in nature—dining on fine china under the stars, sipping afternoon cocktails beneath a towering baobab tree, and sleeping in spacious tents furnished with antiques. The lodges that GoTravelDaily readers named the best in Africa this year deliver on all counts.
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Top City Hotels in Africa and the Middle East: Readers’ Picks 2025

With its captivating beaches, elegant vineyards, enticing boutiques, and iconic mountain, Cape Town serves as a cornerstone of luxury for travelers. This year, Cape Town alluringly features five of the top ten urban hotels in Africa and the Middle East. Notably, Cape Grace and One&Only, perennial favorites located in the city’s Victoria & Albert Waterfront, secured the second and fifth spots on this prestigious list. Moreover, Ellerman House, an exquisite Cape Edwardian mansion overseeing the South Atlantic Ocean, showcased its unique offering with just 11 rooms, two suites, and two villas. The hotel provides guests with two lounges, a well-stocked library, a spa, and multiple remarkable venues for relaxation—including a brandy lounge, a wine gallery, and a Champagne cellar.
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Top Reader-Chosen Cities in Asia for 2025

The cities of Southeast Asia are on the rise. Urban centers in the region, such as Bangkok, Siem Reap, Cambodia, and Luang Prabang, Laos—hailed for their affordable and delectable dining, historic sites, warm locals, and exciting culture—made up more than half of our list of Best Cities in Asia this year. There’s never been a better time to visit Asia, particularly to these spots, thanks to an array of stunning hotel openings, increased flights from the U.S., and favorable exchange rates. Every year for our World’s Best Awards survey, GoTravelDaily asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe to share their opinions on the top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise lines, spas, airlines, and more. Readers rated cities on factors such as sights and landmarks, culture, food, friendliness, shopping, and overall value. Consequently, whether you are in town for business, on a backpacking trip, or stopping over before hitting the beaches, these cities have more than enough attractions to keep you entertained.
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Ultimate Guide to Planning Your Big Sur Adventure in California

In the Big Sur region of California, the Pacific Coast Highway seems made for a daring road trip: its winding roads hug the curves of the coast, and the highway is set on massive cliffs that plunge straight into the Pacific. Golden sunlight streaks through patches of fog; frothing waves ravage the shore below. If that sounds dramatic, it’s because the drive truly is. In fact, it’s precisely why nature-loving travelers often build the longer and more challenging PCH route into itineraries between Los Angeles and San Francisco (over the shorter U.S. 101). Without any stops, the 90-mile stretch takes roughly two and a half hours to traverse, meaning it’s entirely possible to experience the highlights in just a day. However, Big Sur’s elevated vistas, lush hikes, and wild beaches entice many to linger for a night or two—and make the trip a once-in-a-lifetime ambition for many. Whether you have 24 hours or a weekend, here’s how to do it right.
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One Day Itinerary: Explore Den Haag in 24 Hours

Den Haag (The Hague) is synonymous with high-profile legal entities (notably the UN’s International Court of Justice), embassies, and mansions. Moreover, this palace-filled city is also packed with incredible art, stylish shopping, superb dining, and a wealth of nightlife and entertainment venues. Therefore, it’s easy to take a train trip from Amsterdam or Rotterdam to hit the highlights on this 24-hour itinerary.
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Top Cultural Cities in the U.S. According to Our Readers in 2025

Whenever we travel—even within our own country—we uncover cultures that are entirely unique and, in their specialness, quite remarkable. Take Taos, for instance—this New Mexican city ranks No. 10 in the United States for culture. A blend of ski town and magical artists’ colony, it is known for its $25 pass allowing access to five museums and walkable streets adorned with galleries. In the summer, travelers can partake in various art festivals or the Solar Music Festival. The city’s cultural fabric is deeply rooted in the surrounding desert and the majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountains, highlighted by the Native American Pueblo.
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Ultimate Guide to a Three-Day Weekend in Portland, Maine

Portland, Maine: an often-buzzed-about lobster-lover’s paradise where waterfront industry, a dynamic local art scene, and the smell of the sea make for one of the East Coast’s finest north Atlantic escapes. The city has gained much recognition in recent years—and for good reason. Portland has come into its own exciting cosmopolitan moment, developing an impressive collection of restaurants, bars, and breweries while remaining a historic icon of the Northeast. If you’re looking to scout out some of the best seafood and local breweries while catching a salty breeze, head north for a classic New England three-day weekend—here’s your itinerary.
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