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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.

Home to over half the world’s population, the cultural and geographical diversity of Asia provides an enticing lure for travelers, no matter what type of vacation they desire. With a host of Asian luxury brands leaving their mark across the hotel world, one can expect to find some of the world’s very best hotels. Herein, we provide some choice picks for a little Asia travel inspiration.

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.

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.

Tent, sleeping bags, firewood, cutlery, food—the planning and packing that goes into a camping trip is daunting, but the result, being in nature, ends up being so satisfying. There’s a way to have that without all the work: glamping. Herein are nine resorts that have camp set up for you.

While it’s popular to escape the city in the summer, there are hotels that conceal treats worth staying urban for, and a big one is the rooftop pool. Herein, eight great properties where you can take an above-ground plunge.

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

Bangkok, Jakarta, Shanghai, Singapore and Siem Reap are all teeming with arts, culture, history and food, glorious food. For those charting a course to these cities, here are our five favorite places to stay right now.