Vancouver Island is what most of us probably picture when we imagine the Pacific Northwest, but more so: taller trees, mossier forest floors, wetter rain, enough wildlife to film a new nature documentary every day, and of course, spectacular hotels.

Vancouver Island is what most of us probably picture when we imagine the Pacific Northwest, but more so: taller trees, mossier forest floors, wetter rain, enough wildlife to film a new nature documentary every day, and of course, spectacular hotels.
Ireland’s famously welcoming culture is no accident. At one time, providing generous hospitality was required by law — not that these illustrious country hotels need the excuse.
Move over Oasis. Radiohead just announced their first tour in years, playing five cities in Europe. If you’re going, we’ve got a list of hotels where a true fan might want to stay.
Costa Rica has one of the world’s few “Blue Zones,” where people live longer, healthier lives. It also has extraordinary biodiversity, a peaceful, stable government, killer coffee, and these top hotels.
The boutique hotel scene in Miami is maturing nicely, with a growing collection of charismatic spaces that have more to say for themselves than just being close to a beach.