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As the annual Fourth of July celebrations recede in a haze of firework smoke and backyard BBQs, it left us feeling a little patriotic. The revelry may have become something of an art form in America, but nations around the globe celebrate their independence in a variety of fascinating and often quirky ways. Read on as we take a closer look at some of the larger celebrations, providing a little hotel inspiration along the way.

For decades, Jack Nicklaus ruled the roost on the PGA Tour, amassing an unrivalled collection of 18 major championships. In retirement, "The Golden Bear" has perhaps been even more prolific, parlaying his on-course career into a lucrative sideline as the world’s eminent golf course designer. Nicklaus and his team have become the standard bearers of course design, using an area’s natural environment to craft courses that are both challenging and enjoyable. So successful has this venture been, that over 400 courses in 35 countries sport the Nicklaus moniker, ranging from Muirfield Village in his native Ohio, to courses in emerging golf markets across Asia. Savvy hotels clued in to the benefits of adding a Nicklaus-designed course, and several of these are part of Kiwi Collection. Read on, as we take a look at The Golden Bear’s input into the luxury hotel world.

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.

If gauged by what’s in stores, Easter is about bunnies and sweets, which is somewhat of a contrast to its Christian origins involving crucifixion and resurrection. With the holiday a month away, choose off this list of some of the most interesting Easter destinations that span the experience spectrum from fervent to lighthearted. No religious affiliation required, just curiosity and a valid passport.

Sun and water—be it ocean or pool—makes the quintessential Spring Break combo. Whether it’s Southern California, Florida or another warm weather staple, a week spent drinking cocktails and rubbing shoulders with beautiful people is the perfect tonic for the winter blues. Covering all the old favorites, we line up nine choice destination hotels for Spring Break.

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.

Getting married isn’t the only popular summer plunge to take—there’s also diving. Be it going deep with scuba gear or hovering closer to the surface with a snorkel, herein are six resorts across the globe that aid undersea adventuring.