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Standing on a cliff above the churning Pacific Ocean, the Wickaninnish Inn has become a popular spot for weather-watching and adventuring. It even provides Helly Hansen rain gear, rain boots, and binoculars.

At this idyllic resort, set amid rolling green hills within the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, guests can spend their days working on their golf game and popping between seven dining options, including two that hold Michelin stars.

This resort boasts the largest overwater villas in the South Pacific, each of which features glass floor panels to see the turquoise water below. The famous St. Regis butlers take care of guests' every desire, and the resort's private lagoonarium features hundreds of underwater species to admire while snorkeling.

The Big Five are the star attractions at the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, where Lion Sands' six lodges and camps enjoy a premier location on the banks of the Sabie River. The Treehouse Experiences position guests above the bush, and daily game drives and nature walks offer plenty of opportunities to see the wildlife up close.

Built in 1916, and significantly enlarged in the 1930s, this 78-room Rajput masterpiece was once the home of Jaipur's last ruling maharaja. Preserved details like hand-carved marble latticework, sandstone balustrades, cupolas, and elaborate Moghul gardens ensure guests feel like royalty — a sentiment amplified by the accommodating staff.

The iconic Oyster Box hotel is on a cliff overlooking Umhlanga beach and has sweeping views of the Indian Ocean. Timeless rooms feature elegant patterned textiles and artwork by KwaZulu-Natal locals.

This urban oasis in the heart of St. James's began life as two private residences and a stable, all built in the 17th century. Today, the rooms reflect the unique history and character of each building, but they all boast plush textiles with bold patterns, bespoke furniture, and marble bathrooms.