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Photo Source: Hotel Palace, Berlin

The Hotel Palace in Berlin, Germany is situated in an extremely central position at the heart of the metropolis, between the Gedächtniskirche church and Kurfürstendamm avenue, just a few minutes away from the conference centre (ICC) or Potsdamer Platz and the Brandenburg Gate. Visitors may start off the day at the Bon Dia restaurant with a healthy and tasty calorie-conscious breakfast. ‘Bon dia’ is Catalan for ‘Good morning’ – and the morning gets off to a great start at this newly renovated breakfast restaurant in three different ways. The buffet, the new tea bar, or the live cooking unit where eggs are always prepared à la minut. Whether you need a quick snack before your morning meeting or a substantial weekend breakfast, the sunlit ‘Bon Dia’ gets your day off to a relaxed start. Their friendly, attentive service is a pleasant treat at this early hour.

Photo Source:  Tivoli Lodge, Vail

The Tivoli Lodge in Vail, Colorado is a newly rebuilt, luxury ski resort known throughout the years for providing friendly, caring, personal service. The hotel’s new European-style architecture blends perfectly into the surrounding natural environment, with unobstructed views of Vail’s Golden Peak ski area and within steps of the Vista Bahn ski lift. The luxurious and spacious lobby offers stunning mountain views and is reminiscent of a plush, lodge-style living room with oversized chairs, leather sofas, floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and small wine bar.

Photo Source:  WH Ming Hotel Shanghai

The WH Ming Hotel Shanghai in Shanghai, China is an oasis of sophisticated elegance where East meets West and where urban glamour meets nature’s quiet lushness. The hotel features art-deco-inspired rooms with spectacular park views, irresistible and distinctive restaurants and lounges, innovative spa experiences, and a fully equipped fitness center. An elegant gathering place perfect for catching up with business partner or friends, the hotel’s Flow Lobby Lounge provides a cosy ambience with the warmth of a glowingly charming fireplace. An extensive selection of cocktails and the best afternoon tea in Shanghai are offered here daily.

Photo Source: The Ahwahnee Hotel, Yosemite National Park

The Ahwahnee Hotel, situated on the floor of Yosemite Valley, is constructed from stone, concrete, wood and glass. The hotel is a National Historic Landmark and Yosemite National Park’s distinctive AAA® Four-Diamond hotel.  Known for its magnificent façade, and architecture, The Ahwahnee Hotel was specifically designed to highlight its natural surroundings: Yosemite Falls, Half Dome, and Glacier Point.  The destination of queens and presidents alike, this distinctive Yosemite National Park hotel offers a perfect balance of history, hospitality and elegance.

Photo Source:  The Ritz-Carlton San Juan, Isla Verde

The Ritz-Carlton San Juan in Isla Verde, Puerto Rico is ideally located on eight acres of prime beachfront property in beautiful Isla Verde and just minutes from historic Old San Juan. Every Wednesday at 6 p.m., the hotel invites visitors to enjoy their weekly wine tastings in The Lobby Lounge, featuring special wine pairings and wine seminars every month. As Puerto Rico enjoys a summery tropical climate, temperatures average 82 F (28 C) in winter and 82 F in summer, while trade winds provide constant breezes.

Photo Source:  Edward Jacoby

The Hilton Short Hills in Short Hills, New Jersey is just 25 short minutes from Newark Liberty International Airport and less than 10 minutes from New Jersey Transit trains. Visitors may travel to New York City in less than 40 minutes by train or 60 minutes by car and, upon their return, relax with specialty martinis and views of the woodland at the Retreat Lounge. Visitors may also dine on American cuisine at The Dining Room while The Patio offers a poolside and al fresco setting during the summer months.

Photo Source:  Le Méridien Re-Ndama, Gabon

The Le Méridien Re-Ndama in Gabon is a five star hotel with an extraordinary sea front location in Libreville, on the shore of the Komo Estuary a boasts a wide variety of facilities for meeting and leisure activities, as well as a delectable cuisine. Choose between two different restaurants, the Olamba offering international cuisine and themed buffets or the Eliwa serving a large choice of salads, grilled meat, sandwiches and ice cream. Every evening you can find entertainment with live music in the bar Dibello.