The Walaker is the oldest hotel in Norway, and the ideal spot on the Sognefjord to slow down, stay a while, and get immersed in the rhythms of the region.
Tag: Sustainability
The Bungalows Proves the Power of Positive Thinking
On the edge of California’s Joshua Tree National Park is a national treasure of another sort: The Bungalows, a testament to optimism and a triumph of desert modernism.
Domaine des Etangs Is Everything All at Once
Is it a castle? Is it a château? Is it farmhouse? It doesn’t matter. Domaine des Etangs celebrates its history, but isn’t bound by it.
Farm Hotels Are Rising Up
Travelers are seeking more artisanal experiences. They’re also increasingly interested in zero-kilometer cuisine. It all adds up to a rise in hotels that combine both desires into one adventurous (Instagram-ready) package.
Castello di Reschio Is a Designer’s Masterwork
Castello di Reschio will never be mistaken for a corporate-run, Disneyfied medieval fantasyland. This 1,000-year-old castle hotel in Italy’s Umbrian hills is the real deal — it’s owned by one family, and it reflects the aesthetic vision of one man.
Great Hotels for Guilt-Free Sex
The highest honor a hotel can receive is to make our list of the best hotels for having sex. It means they’re firing on all cylinders, with a dramatic interplay of scenery, seclusion, nature, design, fantasy, and most importantly, sustainability.