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As 2016 draws to a close, there’s no better time of year for indulging in a little nostalgia. December is known for many things, but its the annual “best of” lists that make the month so enjoyable. It was a year in which some lesser known gems finally received widespread acclaim, while a smattering of old favorites came roaring back into vogue. Herein, 11 of 2016’s hottest vacation destinations, and some of the hotels that helped make them special.

After what seemed like a protracted and sometimes controversial buildup, the 2016 Summer Olympics are finally upon us. Athletes by the thousands are en route to Rio to represent their countries across 28 different sports, while billions will be watching around the globe. Nearly every nation on earth will be represented, in what is considered the world’s foremost sports competition. The Olympic Games wasn’t always this monolithic presence in the public consciousness. It has grown exponentially with every iteration, leaving behind some memorable events in cities across the globe. To celebrate Olympic season we’ve decided to take a look at some prior host cities, providing some hotel inspiration along the way.

Being surrounded with bright colors can’t help but have a cheering effect on a person’s mood, so when picking out a hotel, why settle for somewhere drab? Inspired by some of Kiwi Collection’s brightest lights, we’ve put together a list of ten wonderfully colorful hotels.

Saying “I do” with toes in the sand of a Caribbean beach remains the classic ideal of a destination wedding, but don’t let that be the only focus when planning far-flung nuptials. Herein, find nine picturesque locations for making it official.

Hoist anchor and set sail for one of these nine hotels that will inspire a maritime caper. Beautiful scenery comes standard, so strap on your sea legs and don’t forget to pack a Herman Melville novel.