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The venerable game of golf originated on the rugged links of Scotland, but nowadays over 50% of the world’s courses are located in the United States, and there are courses set in diverse locales such as deserts, mountain passes and tropical rainforests. With such a buffet of options, it can be difficult to hone in on the best venue, but we hone in on ten hotels where spectacular golf is central to the guest experience.

Each year, staff at the Oxford Dictionary sift through the cultural morass to deliver their shortlist for Word of the Year. 2016’s lineup reflected a tumultuous period globally, with nomenclature like Alt-Right, Brexiteer, and Woke front and center. Somewhat cheerier, the word Hygge (pronounced hoo-ga) was also present on the shortlist, and it’s a term that came roaring into fashion in 2016. If you’re unfamiliar with the word, it’s becoming increasingly ubiquitous with the concept of coziness and togetherness. Unfortunately, it has no literal translation in English making it difficult to pin down exactly what it means. Hygge was developed as a way of living by the Danish in the 18th century, and is often credited with helping Scandinavian people maintain their cheery disposition despite their long winters. Just like the concept of Feng Shui, hygge has begun to inform interior design choices everywhere from IKEA, to hotels we feature in Kiwi Collection. This week on the blog, we take a closer look at hotels where hygge is central to the guest experience.

Though last week’s blog offered a little tropical respite from winter’s clutches, we’re not averse to embracing the chill with a ski escape. Fresh powder, roaring fireplace and waxed skis rank high on most people’s list of requirements, but Kiwi Collection hotels usually exceed expectations with some unique offerings. Herein, 10 hotels with out-of-the-ordinary winter activities this season.

When one books a penthouse suite, what comes with it is somewhat implicit. Luxury and opulence is a given, ditto for panoramic views and tailored service. Today, we want to celebrate hotels that not only hit this mark, but also go above and beyond with their penthouse suites. Luckily, Kiwi Collection features several properties that fit these criteria.

Each of the hotels that make up Kiwi Collection are special in their own way, but there are some that inspire a particular kind of amazement. Whether it’s by virtue of picture-perfect scenery or their stunning interiors, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite awe-inspiring hotels to share with you below. Trigger warning: wanderlust sufferers will be sent over the edge.

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.

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.