The New York Times recently published a piece on The 44 Places To Go in 2009. Destinations were placed in categories ranging from Foodie to Frugal to Family, but we’re most interested in the Luxury category.
Here are the top luxury destinations that made New York Times the list. Not one of your favorites? Tell us what you think is the top luxury destination not to miss.
Beirut, Lebanon – Despite security concerns, Beirut is quickly reclaiming its title as the Paris of the Middle East
Fjallnas, Sweden – A historical, luxury, resort once known to host Swedish loyalty.
Maremma, Italy – The beautiful coastline in Southern Tuscany is now a top vacation spot for Hollywood, fashion and culinary elite alike.
Phuket, Thailand – Some of the most luxurious resorts in the world reside in this tropical island known for amazing beaches, nightlife and diving opportunities.
Monterrey, Mexico – An urban hotspot home to a growing arts and culture scene and funky luxury boutique hotels.
Bhutan – Luxury meets Eco-friendly and spiritual travel in this Buddhist kingdom.
Seychelles – Unbelievably beautiful beaches line this group of islands where privacy and luxury reign supreme.
Boracay, the Philippines – Luxury hotels are bringing this small, relatively untouched island into the limelight of top destinations.
Cologne, Germany – An architectural playground for new and modern designs, galleries, and hotels.
Red Sea, Egypt - The recent increase of luxury properties has made this historic destination a popular site to combine relaxation and exploration.
Kazakhstan – A transformation is occurring bringing modern, thoughtful elements of the arts, dining and hotels to this new center of luxury.
Stockholm – Funky, luxury hotels are popping up in this town combining Scandinavian influence with the host of nightlife opportunities nearby.
Tags: Luxury, Luxury Hotels, Mexico, New York, Paris, Thailand
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January 28th, 2009 at 7:35 pm
Give me a break! This is fine if you are projecting what may happen five or ten years from now, but it is really an editorial team’s attempt to stand out and be different. Monterrey? Even the people who manage hotels there say it’s nothing but business travelers who would much rather be elsewhere. Beirut? Kazakhstan? Put all the luxury leisure travelers together in one room in those two cities and you might have enough people for a dinner party.
March 17th, 2009 at 5:51 am
Boracay - wonderful fifteen years ago, destroyed by tourism in the late 90s.
Cologne - the best hotel in town is stuck in the 50s in service, rooms and food.
Phuket - is revolting these days: nothing but sex tourists.
Who made this list?!!??! Have they ever been to any of these places? My tip for top luxury destination? Montenegro.