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The Best of the Best: Connoisseur Circle Hospitality Awards 2026

The winners have been announced: Each year, the Connoisseur Circle Hospitality Awards provide a most exceptional occasion to celebrate achievements. For the 13th time, Connoisseur Circle has honoured the world’s finest hosts and brought them into the spotlight.

The “Wow” in the Desert

Nowhere else can you experience star glamour and architecture, wellness oases and desert chic in such an Oscar-worthy way as in Palm Springs, California: jaw-dropping moments included.

Welcome to Ikos Kissamos: Unconditional luxury is now available in Crete as well.

Located in a still-unspoiled corner of the Chania region, the new Ikos Kissamos combines modern architecture with the island’s authentic character. Here, the focus is on open spaces, nature, and mindful relaxation—perfectly complemented by the time-tested Ikos comfort.

Ladies First: Gourmet trip Bangkok

Bangkok has become a gourmet hotspot. 39 Michelin stars shine above the metropolis and six locations are on the list of "The World's 50 Best Restaurants". More than anywhere else, it is female chefs who wield the sceptre in the kitchen. CC author Kiki Baron took a look into their pots.

Mr. & Ms. Connoisseur: The Latest from the World of Luxury Travel

This new column invites you to discover extraordinary destinations and explore the latest developments shaping the world of travel. It examines innovative luxury concepts in Vienna, exceptional flight experiences, inspiring mountain retreats, and offers a concise overview of global trends. Concise, diverse, and imbued with a personal touch, it showcases the forces currently defining the industry.

Summer Dreaming: These Are the Places We're Dreaming About Right Now!

It feels as though winter will never relinquish its grip, the days remain succinct, and the yearning for sunshine deepens with every gaze out the window. All the more vital, then, is the quest for a luminous reprieve—and for inspiration to craft journeys that will at last materialize in a few months’ time. We present to you the most exquisite hotels along the Mediterranean—ideal for your forthcoming summer sojourn.

News & Trends

Perfection in every way

For 26 years, Katja Newman has been the managing partner of the Parkhotel Adler in the Black Forest resort town of Hinterzarten. When an individual has been...

Voting for the BEST HOTELS IN GERMANY 2026 is now open!

Choose your favorite hotel from May 4 to 15, 2026!

The winners of the BEST HOTELS IN SOUTH TYROL 2026 have been announced.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations!

Luxury Deals

LUX* South Ari Atoll – Relaxed elegance in a Maldivian paradise

“Fabulous Offer” – 45%

AVANI+ Luang Prabang – A stylish oasis in the heart of the Royal City

Early Bird: Enjoy a 20% discount.

Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo – Belle Époque with a view of the harbor

Spring Special: Enjoy a 15% Discount

Travel Insider

Within the verdant enclave

Alpine, Italian, and surprisingly modern: South Tyrol combines la dolce vita with a sense of style, demonstrating just how bold, elegant, and—of...

Where the Night Shines

Darkness, biting cold, and a sky bursting with color: During the Norwegian winter, the Arctic Circle becomes the stage for a fascinating natural spectacle....

Friends of the Caribbean

New impetus for the Caribbean: current tourism campaigns

Discover more!

Splish Splash for a good cause

Swimming, snorkeling and diving with Impact

Montpelier Nevis Debuts Newly Designed Guest Rooms

Sparkling for its Diamond Anniversary

Destinations

London

London city trip - London Calling When travelers come to London, they are first and foremost impressed by the size of the city. The Thames divides the...

Tenerife!

On Tenerife, pristine nature, Michelin-starred cuisine and a young attitude to life merge into a unique symbiosis. Between rugged landscapes and the deep...

St. Martin

It is the dream of many couples: Getting married on a sandy beach under palm trees, the sound of the turquoise blue sea in your ears and warming rays of... (Promotion)

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