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The Best Cities to Visit in August

August is peak summer, and that means knowing where to go. The smartest August destinations are those that genuinely thrive in the heat — cities whose warmth is an asset rather than an inconvenience, where the long evenings are made for terraces, and where the crowds, while present, are part of the spectacle rather than something to escape. Here are five cities that reward an August visit.

20 Best Hakone Ryokans with a Private Onsen

A collection of the best ryokans in Hakone with a private onsen, ranging from chic and intimate affairs to upscale, traditional Japanese luxury.

13 Best Agriturismo in Tuscany

If you’re someone with an interest in fantastic produce (where it comes from, as well as how it tastes), then you might want to focus your accommodation search on Tuscany’s agriturismo...

The 20 Best Hotels for the Great Smoky Mountains

The best hotels for the Great Smoky Mountains including charming B&Bs, stylish boutiques escapes, and properties primed for couples or families...

20 Best Hotels on Lake Michigan

Lake Michigan is vast, so there’s plenty of choice when it comes to its best hotels. Our Gurus have sorted through romantic lakeside retreats, family friendly bases, sailing haunts and chic little B&Bs to find the best...

13 Best Family Hotels on Sardinia

With spectacular, soft-sanded beaches and a wild and varied interior, Sardinia is a bit like a country in miniature — and a fantastic place for a family adventure...

The 15 Best Hotels for Completely Getting Away From It All

Sometimes it’s not about where you go away it’s about why, and if you need to get away from everything then you need our recommendations for the 15 best hotels for completely getting away from it all. Among these are our various Guru’s favourite escapes.

15 Best Beach Resorts in the Philippines

Yearning for a beach getaway in the Philippines? You're in luck. This tropical paradise offers an array of stunning beach resorts that cater to every taste.

20 of the Best Family Friendly Hotels and Resorts in Spain

Spain! So very many different places to go and so very many different reasons to go there! But if your primary objective is ensuring your family is super comfortable, then checking out our recommendations for the best family friendly hotels and resorts in Spain isn’t a bad place to start looking...

20 Best Hotels for US National Parks

The best hotels for the US National Parks, from Yosemite and Joshua Tree to Yellowstone, the Rockies and Grand Canyon to Acadia...

20 Best Luxury Ryokans in Hakone

A collection of the best luxury ryokans in Hakone, from pampering spa breaks to chic takes on the traditional luxury ryokan. They all boast the traditional hot spring baths, renowned for their healing properties...

9 of our Favourite Hotels in Amsterdam's Canal Belt

The Canal Belt (Grachtengordel) is quintessential Amsterdam. Choose from the best hotels in the Canal Belt for enviable views of gracious waterside houses and easy access to the city's highlights...

Family-Friendly Hotels in San Diego

Our pick of family-friendly hotels in San Diego will keep everyone happy with great locations, fun activities and dining options to suit all tastes . . .

The 6 Best Hotels in Baixa, Lisbon

The 6 best hotels in Baixa, Lisbon are our local favourites from our list of the best places to stay in Lisbon. This elegant, historic area is where you’ll find many of the main sights, plus some of the most romantic hotels in Lisbon and best city break hotels in Lisbon.