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For years, Mexico’s beachy resort towns have eclipsed its cities in the eyes of international visitors. For instance, Mexico City sees a mere fraction of the American arrivals compared to Cancún. However, as the world has woken up to the innumerable treasures Mexico’s major metropolises have to offer—ranging from the thriving arts scene of San Miguel de Allende to the rich food culture of Oaxaca—this perception is finally changing. Fortunately for travelers, a wealth of fabulous places to stay in Mexico’s most exciting cities is now available.

In GoTravelDaily’s 2017 World’s Best Awards, Sydney hotels impressed our readers, capturing four out of five spots—including the top position. However, for the 2018 World’s Best Awards, friendly rival Melbourne reclaimed its throne, with the Langham Melbourne receiving the gold award for eight of the last ten years. This prestigious hotel earned accolades for its “outstanding service,” as noted by a satisfied guest, along with its desirable location in Southbank, surrounded by vibrant restaurants, shops, bars, and the picturesque Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria. Guest rooms feature elegant floral fabrics, luxurious silk drapes, and exquisite marble baths.

Travel trends may come and go, but bucket-list destinations like the Taj Mahal tend to endure. This may explain why our readers selected **Oberoi Amarvilas** in Agra as their favorite Indian resort hotel. The property offers spectacular views of India’s most iconic monument from all 102 rooms and suites. “Absolutely stunning grounds,” remarked one fan. “It was a treat to stare at the Taj all day.”

Travelling these routes inspires wonder and awe in those willing to shrug off the discomforts and heart-in-mouth moments they entail.

Food means festivity in every culture. Not only is eating usually essential to celebration, but many of the world’s great festivals owe their very existence to the pleasures of the table. From asparagus and truffles to sardines, chiles, and rum, it seems almost anything can be (and has been) turned into an excuse for organized merriment.

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