As 2016 draws to a close, there\u2019s no better time of year for indulging in a little nostalgia. December is known for many things, but its the annual \u201cbest of\u201d 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\u2019s hottest vacation destinations, and some of the hotels that helped make them special.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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