France

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Ski season. Yes, Christmas too, which is really just a time-off opportunity so one can hit the slopes. With the resorts open and the snow starting to accumulate, here’s the 411 on who’s got the biggest base and most runs open, from Aspen to Zermatt, not to mention where to rest those ski legs for the night.

Having to travel without a beloved pet can be a wrench, but an increasing amount of hotels are coming up with the purrfect solution: pet ambassadors. In previous years, one might think us barking mad to recommend hotels with animals roaming the halls, but these friendly critters add oodles of charm and personality to their homes. Read on as we list some of our favorite hotel-based animal friends.

Author P.G. Wodehouse once said that “Flowers are happy things,” and few places rival the sense of serenity and joy that can be found in a picturesque garden. Herein, we’ve listed some of our favorite hotel gardens, where one can escape to their own private world.

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

Is there any point in having a Mediterranean holiday without a wicked view of the Mediterranean Sea? Precisely. Here to help, a list—accompanied by jaw-dropping images, of course—of eight great properties that offer astounding panoramas of Europe’s most aquamarine waters.

With wedding season fast approaching, locating a beautiful backdrop for the big day is as crucial as sourcing the dream dress. From the California coastline to the French countryside, these 10 scenic settings promise the most memorable nuptials.