France
Best in Paris
Few cities balance palace hotels, neighbourhood charm and serious dining with such effortless confidence.
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The World's Best Destinations
The World's Best cities worth travelling for
From Paris to Tokyo, each destination brings exceptional hotels, memorable tables and the character of the city into one clear edit.
United Arab Emirates
Best in Dubai
No other city pairs beachfront scale, desert escape and global dining with quite the same ambition.
United Kingdom
Best in London
Centuries-old grandeur and restless creativity make every neighbourhood feel like a destination of its own.
Japan
Best in Tokyo
Precision, calm and extraordinary depth reward travellers who notice the smallest details.
United States
Best in New York
Landmark glamour and downtown energy keep New York in a state of constant reinvention.
Thailand
Best in Bangkok
Riverfront elegance and fearless cooking make Bangkok one of Asia’s most exhilarating city breaks.
Singapore
Best in Singapore
Impeccable stays and astonishing culinary range sit within one beautifully connected city.
Hong Kong SAR, China
Best in Hong Kong
Harbour drama, assured service and a deeply rooted food culture give Hong Kong its singular pace.
Italy
Best in Rome
History is lived rather than displayed, from palazzo hotels to timeless tables in neighbourhood streets.
Italy
Best in Milan
Design, fashion and discreet hospitality meet in a city that understands the power of restraint.
Spain
Best in Madrid
Warmth, late nights and generous cooking give the Spanish capital its irresistible sense of life.
Spain
Best in Barcelona
Mediterranean light, bold architecture and Catalan character shape every memorable stay.
Germany
Best in Berlin
Independent spirit and creative freedom define a city where the best addresses feel unmistakably personal.
Portugal
Best in Lisbon
Atlantic light, intimate scale and contemporary Portuguese cooking make Lisbon easy to love.
Austria
Best in Vienna
Imperial beauty and modern restraint come together in a city of cultivated, unhurried pleasures.
Türkiye
Best in Istanbul
Two continents, the Bosphorus and a generous culture of welcome give Istanbul its incomparable depth.
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