Cuba

It was once the case that hotels would attempt to dazzle with a list of in-room amenities as long as a guest’s arm. However, today’s increasingly savvy traveler expects a little more than lotions and potions underneath the bathroom vanity. This demand is being met in a plethora of ways, but perhaps the most welcome one is the rise of unique experiences that immerse guests in the local environment. Several Kiwi Collection hotels have crafted particularly noteworthy offerings, and we take a closer look at ten.

The mewling of a cranky toddler (especially if it’s not your own) is the express way to shattering the tranquility of a vacation. While Murphy’s Law usually provides one of these noisemakers on the plane, having to deal with it upon arrival can be easily avoided. Picking a hotel away from the well-trodden family path ensures the utmost in ambience, so we’ve decided to provide a few ideas with some of Kiwi Collection’s finest hotels for an adult-inspired getaway.

Beach lovers, here’s your list. Take a gander at these 11 destinations that put the ocean on your doorstep.