Four Seasons Resort Carmelo, Uruguay

Tucked into the sweet-smelling pine and eucalyptus forest at Four Seasons Resort Carmelo, Uruguay, your Bi-Level Suite marries opulence with rustic charm. The open 1,300 sq. ft. space has exposed-beam ceilings, colorful local rugs and tapestries, and handmade furnishings that include a four-poster Lapacho bed. Besides heated floors, the bathroom features dual sinks and an oversized tub.

Stepping onto the private terrace, you can see the mighty Río de la Plata. Four Seasons Resort Carmelo, Uruguay offers horseback rides along the nearby river, but lounging by the pool with a cold drink is equally delightful. So is a tee time at Four Seasons Golf Club Carmelo, one of South America's finest courses.

The 44-room-and-suite resort has three excellent and eye-catching restaurants. Try the Gazebo, a private spot that specializes in Uruguayan cuisine and dazzling river sunsets. And don't leave without a Thai beach massage from the spa, which fuses Asian and South American body care.