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Set in the serenity of the Colca Canyon, Las Casitas del Colca is a luxurious eco-lodge considered as one of the most exotic vacation destinations in Peru. Placed amidst the beauty and magic of the Andes Mountains, at the bottom of one of the deepest canyons in the world, Las Casitas is ideal for excursions around the marvellous volcanic scenery of the Colca Valley.  The location makes the resort a perfect choice for the guest who prefers privacy in addition to luxury accommodations set in natural beauty.

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Situated in the south-west region of the Dominican Republic, Casa Bonita is a secluded luxurious resort overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Wild and exotic, the lodge is placed within the protected area of the Bahoruco National Park – the only Biosphere Reserve in Hispaniola. Surrounded by tropical forest, rivers and mountains, Casa Bonita is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Far from traditional tourist areas, this stunning resort welcomes with warm and homely atmosphere, spacious accommodation in a small collection of traditional cabanas and it is the perfect place for people looking for the eco-diversity and nature activities.

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The Lake Placid Lodge is a majestic handcrafted Lodge nestled in the Adirondack Mountains. Situated on a western shore of Lake Placid, the Lodge is vintage Adirondack offering the finest accommodation in a comfortably rustic, yet redefined setting. It is a member of the prestigious Relais & Châteaux Hotel Association and was voted “World’s Best Places to Stay” by Condé Nast Traveler- Gold List.

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Nestled between the mountains and the sea, The Bannister Hotel is of the highest quality hotel accommodations in the Samana Peninsula, Dominican Republic.  Set in one of the most beautiful parts of the Dominican Republic overlooking Samana Bay, this is the perfect place to get away from it all. Peaceful, relaxing, and totally exclusive, The Bannister Hotel is the perfect spot from which to explore nearby sandy coves and pristine forests.

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Located in the heart of Athens just off Omonia Square, this boutique hotel brings together all that makes Athens unique: history, culture, innovation, and diversity. The location of the Baby Grand Hotel is as central as it can possibly be.  Its ideal location gives you the opportunity to be at one of the many museums, archaeological sites and tourist attractions that the city has to offer only in a few minutes. The nearby points of interest are the Parthenon, Athens City Hall, National Archaeological Museum, Roman Agora and Benaki Museum. Baby Grand is a modern city hotel offering uniquely decorated rooms. 10 international artists from the fields of urban art, graffiti design and illustration transformed Baby Grand, into Europe’s most exciting and creative city hotel.

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This lovely 5-star hotel is located in the heart of Bavaria about 120kms from Munich. Alpenhof Murnau is an exclusive country-style hotel that boasts luxurious spa facilities and an idyllic location next to the Murnauer Moos Reserve – the largest coherent nature preserve in Europe. Offering breathtaking views of the Bavarian Alps, the modern Bavarian alpine chalet-style retreat offers guests the opportunity to relax in its wellness area. This picturesque landscape, breathtaking mountain panoramas and idyllic lakes of Murnau offer a romantic backdrop to a pampering unique vacation.

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Located about 40km south of Barcelona, Sitges is nice resort famous for its blinding, white beaches. It is a charming coastal resort with a maze of cobbled narrow streets and whitewashed houses. More than four km of fine beaches with pristine waters, some of which have been awarded the blue flag eco-label and the proximity of the mountains make of Sitges a privileged destination.

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Located at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains, in the centre of Romania,  Brasov is one of the largest and most charming cities of the country. Founded in 1211, it is one of the best preserved cities in all of Europe. Brasov is home to a very pointy Orthodox church and one of the narrowest streets in Europe. Called “the Prague of Transylvania”, the old city was thoroughly restored to the delight of an increasing number of tourists.

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Andorra is a tiny mountainous country set in the valley of Pyrenees, situated between Spain and France. With 65 peaks above 2,500 m, Andorra has the largest skiable area in the Pyrenees. One of the most beautiful parts of the country is Ordino that is also the most northern parish of Andorra. Located on the foot slopes of Casamanya (2740 m), the town of Ordino offers spectacular panoramic views. You can enjoy fantastic ski slopes in winter, trekking in summer or simply enjoy the beautiful scenery and fresh air.

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Located on both sides of the Rhine, Basel is an interesting arty city  offers its visitors diverse cultures, modern arts, an interesting history and a magnificent architecture. It’s known for its spectacular carnival ranks with those of Venice and Rio de Janeiro and which has grown to be one of the biggest in the whole of Switzerland. Basel is the third  largest Swiss city and one of the country’ major tourist destination. Its medieval past is endowed with some of the greatest minds of European history, including Erasmus, Friedrich Nietzsche and Hermann Hesse.

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