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Nestled within a natural amphitheatre shaped by the vertical cliffs of Devil’s Peak and Lion’s Head sits Cape Town in all of its coastal glory. Here, commanding an enviable spot in the city’s fashionable Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, is One&Only Cape Town, overlooking the marina with panoramic views of Table Mountain . The Table Mountain suite features a stunning bathroom complete with large free standing bath tub and as its name suggests, the most breathtaking views of Table Mountain are enjoyed from expansive open terraces . An air of understated elegance embodies this luxuriously appointed suite . High atop the cliffs of Big Sur, 1200 feet above the Pacific Ocean, sits Post Ranch Inn , a sanctuary for the soul. Located along California’s Highway One, known as one of the world’s most scenic drives, Post Ranch is set amongst majestic state parks , beaches and waterfalls. The Butterfly Room offers an indoor spa tub with spectacular views of the surrounding forests an...

An ochanoma lounge at Hoshinoya Tokyo. All photos courtesy of Hoshinoya Resorts. A stay at Tokyo's first luxury ryokan did not disappoint. Fathom editor Berit Baugher checked into the city's most talked about new hotel. TOKYO – On a recent visit to Japan I checked into Hoshinoya Tokyo , one of the city's newest and most exciting hotel openings . Styled after a traditional Japanese inn , also known as a ryokan , the quiet 84- room hotel feels worlds away from the busy streets of Tokyo. Historically, ryokans are low-key affairs with minimal furnishings and services, shared bathrooms, and no heating or air conditioning. Hoshinoya Tokyo embraces the tradition of simplicity, but through an elevated and luxurious lens, differentiating it from other urban ryokans. Upon entering the hotel, I instantly felt at peace; fragrant incense filled the air and soft Japanese music played in the background. Instead of a traditional lobby , I was greeted by an attendant in a room laye...

The overwater bungalow - that iconic symbol of the paradisiacal tropical vacation , standing in clear blue water on stilt legs - turns the big five-oh this year. The thatched huts, often outfitted with such luxury amenities as plunge pools and glass floors to better see the fish below, are a staple on the bucket lists and Pinterest boards of aspirational travelers the world over. Yet their origin lies in a surprisingly prosaic exercise in problem-solving.  Back in the '60s, three tanned, party- hearty California kids - Hugh Kelley, Don "Muk" McCallum and Jay Carlisle - left their 9-to-5s in pursuit of their tropical dreams in French Polynesia. Opening hotels on Moorea and Raiatea, the trio was dubbed the Bali Hai Boys, after the mystical island in James Michener's novel "South Pacific."   Carlisle, now in his 70s, reminisces about those days:   "Our Hotel Bali Hai on Moorea thrived with its beachfront property, but Hotel Bora Bora on Raiatea stru...

It's a cliché but when you're married with kids it can be hard enough finding the time to go to the bathroom on your own, let alone spending time with your partner. So a relaxing massage and an overnight stay for the hubby and I at Formby Hall Golf Resort and Spa sounded like a much-needed break from arguing with our threenager (that's what comes after the terrible twos) about which colour socks she wants to wear. Set in almost 200 acres of parkland, Formby Hall has four- star facilities including a spa and health club and is currently undergoing a £2.4m refurbishment. The resort is also home to two golf courses including the 72 par 18-hole championship Old Course and PGA Golf Academy which brings visitors from all over Europe. The newly refurbished luxury spa , including a dedicated bistro, is housed in the building opposite the hotel on the first floor. Look inside the revamped Formby Hall spa and golf resort. Pictures Jason Roberts After hitting traffic on the s...

Photo The crowning feature of the Gainsborough is a two- level spa complex with three thermal pools. Credit Ytl Hotels Rates Rooms from £255 (about $315). Basics In a city that has attracted visitors to its mineral- rich thermal baths since Roman times, the opening of the first hotel with its own natural thermal spa on site was a major event. The Gainsborough Bath Spa , which opened in July 2015, occupies two historic buildings with handsome Georgian and Victorian facades. But the crowning feature of the luxurious 99-room property is the spacious, two- level spa complex , which has three thermal pools fed by the area’s famed natural spring water . Champalimaud Design, based in New York, created elegant interiors that, in conjunction with the staff’s considerate service, ensure guests’ comfort even when they’re not “taking the waters.” Location The property is on a quiet lane in Bath’s historic center, the entirety of which is a Unesco World Heritage site known for its lovely Geo...

This newly renovated two bedroom, two bath condo, equipped with a pool and tennis court, is in one of the best locations, close to the river (5-minute walk) and the Omni Resort. The condo features a large, open concept family room/dining room, with comfortable furniture, a 50- inch flat screen TV , high-speed wifi, and Smart Blu-ray player. The large master bedroom has a 32-inch TV, queen size bed , and attached full master bath . The second bedroom also has a queen size bed and bathroom with shower, across the hall. The attached patio has a large gas grill and peek-a- boo mountain views . The kitchen is fully stocked, with everything a family needs. Newly Remodelled Condo, Great Location, In The Heart Of Rancho Mirage Price : from 97 USD Number of Guests : 6 Check Price See similar vacation rentals in Rancho Mirage and also compare the prices with hotels in Rancho Mirage This is a very quiet and private one bedroom, two bathroom, single story condo , with a parking space just ...