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A night at the pictures never felt so glamorous as with our tailor-made pairings of show-stopping cinemas and Inspector-approved restaurants.

From soaring skyscraper retreats to storied garden sanctuaries, Inspectors' Key hotels in Seoul blend the best of old and new in the South Korean capital.

In Tokyo, afternoon tea is elevated to an art form, thanks to chefs’ meticulous attention to detail — and it’s also a welcome way for visitors to pause between sightseeing stops. Across the city, hotel lounges reinterpret the British ritual with a distinctly Japanese sensibility, weaving in seasonal ingredients like hojicha in tiramisu or sakura in delicate scones, all presented with impeccable precision. Here’s where to find the best afternoon teas in Tokyo.

Whether you’re sober-curious or simply taking a night off, discover the best bars in Paris for nonalcoholic cocktails, alcohol-free aperitifs and inventive zero-proof drinks.

From remote stretches of sand to glamorous urban shores, these are the best beaches in the world — where MICHELIN restaurants and standout luxury hotels turn a seaside escape into something extraordinary.

Twelve spots in the UK's capital that really do have it all, including a Three-Star restaurant in a Three-Key hotel.

At SIGNIEL Seoul, atop the world’s fifth-tallest building, a stay unfolds with sky-high fine dining and scenic baths with the city spread quietly below.

No longer just the final dish, desserts are becoming the main event.

From sunset sails to full-day private charters, these hotels in Asia turn water access into a defining part of the stay.

As he adds another Star to his portfolio for Ugly Butterfly, step inside the world of chef and restaurateur Adam Handling – and get a few restaurant recommendations along the way.

How do you choose among London’s best hotels? Whether you’re flying solo, sightseeing or just passing through, this guide is for you.

The MICHELIN Key is to hotels what the MICHELIN Star is to restaurants. What could be better then, than a hotel offering the complete package? An outstanding place to stay coupled with a truly remarkable meal, without the need to ever set foot outside the building.

We take a closer look at the most outstanding hotels in the city.

With a rare Three MICHELIN Keys and Three MICHELIN Stars, staying at The Connaught is a standout experience not just in London and the UK, but across the world.

For those who prefer their romance wrapped in leather-bound spines, these hotels in Asia prove that a great library can be just as seductive as candlelight.

From Seoul to Manila, Asia’s biggest cities can feel overwhelming — but their density of people, cultures and cuisines is exactly what makes them extraordinary places to eat. These nine Asian cities are where generational cooking, local ingredients and modern kitchens are reshaping how — and where — to eat in 2026.

Some beach and coastal hotels stay open even during the winter off-season, dropping rates while offering a uniquely atmospheric escape.

Where to eat, stay and shop across Seoul’s commercial and cultural core in northern Seoul — from Dongdaemun’s fashion engine and the world's largest Louis Vuitton Store to the eclectic streets of Hannam and Itaewon.