Humanized Hospitality: Why Real Local Connections Are Redefining Travel

"glamping" in the Wadi Rum desert, Jordan

From Algorithms to Authentic Encounters

In a world where algorithms often dictate where we go and what we see, a powerful new travel trend is bringing the focus back to people—Humanized Hospitality. Travellers are increasingly seeking genuine, on-the-ground connections with locals who can offer insights far beyond any digital recommendation.

While social media may point visitors toward the same popular cafés and attractions, today’s travellers want something more personal. They are searching for the hidden gems, the untold stories and the human connections that turn a trip into a meaningful experience.

This shift reflects a growing desire to move beyond curated feeds and into authentic cultural exchanges.

The New Role of the Hotel Concierge

Sandals Dunn’s River

Hotels are at the forefront of this transformation, redefining the role of the concierge. No longer limited to booking reservations or arranging transport, modern concierges are becoming cultural connectors.

At properties like Sandals Dunn’s River, specialised roles such as a stargazing concierge create unique, personalised experiences. Guests can enjoy guided astronomy sessions tailored to their interests, adding a memorable and educational dimension to their stay.

Similarly, at Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe, an art concierge introduces travellers to local galleries and working artists, offering direct access to the region’s creative community.

These experiences highlight how technology, including AI, is enhancing—not replacing—the human touch, allowing concierges to better understand and anticipate guest preferences.

AI as the Silent Enabler of Connection

While Humanized Hospitality emphasises personal interaction, technology plays a subtle but important role. AI tools are helping hotels tailor experiences with remarkable precision, from stocking rooms with preferred items to curating bespoke itineraries.

Beyond accommodation, translation technology is breaking down language barriers, enabling travellers to connect more deeply with people around the world. Conversations that once seemed impossible are now simple, allowing visitors to share stories, learn traditions and build genuine relationships.

In this way, AI enhances the human element rather than overshadowing it, making travel more personal and inclusive.

Immersive Experiences with Local Communities

"The Met" Exclusive Guided Tour

The heart of Humanized Hospitality lies in experiences that bring travellers face-to-face with local communities. Around the world, visitors are choosing activities that allow them to engage directly with people and traditions.

In Tuscany, travellers are joining home kitchens to cook alongside local families, learning recipes passed down through generations. In Peru, artisan workshops invite visitors to weave textiles using traditional techniques, guided by skilled craftspeople.

These experiences go beyond observation, encouraging participation and fostering mutual understanding. They create moments of connection that are often the most memorable part of any journey.

Why Humanized Hospitality Is on the Rise

Balinese Cooking Class, Ubud at Putu's Home

The growth of this trend is driven by a desire for authenticity and connection. Travellers are increasingly prioritising experiences that feel real, personal and meaningful.

Bookings for experiences led by local guides and hosts are rising steadily, reflecting this shift in preferences. Positive reviews frequently highlight the impact of these human interactions, demonstrating how much they enhance the overall travel experience.

Humanized Hospitality also aligns with responsible travel values, supporting local communities and preserving cultural traditions.

Creating Travel Memories That Last

Ultimately, Humanized Hospitality is about transforming travel into something deeper than sightseeing. It is about building relationships, sharing stories and creating memories that endure long after the journey ends.

By combining the efficiency of modern technology with the warmth of human connection, this trend represents the future of travel—one where experiences are not just seen, but felt.

Plan Your Human-Centred Journey

For travellers seeking authentic, people-driven experiences, Humanized Hospitality offers a new way to explore the world. Whether through personalised hotel services or immersive local activities, the opportunities for connection are endless.

For more information and to discover locally guided experiences, visit Tripadvisor
Website: https://www.tripadvisor.com

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Essential Detail in the Caribbean

473 Grenada Boutique Resort

Essential Detail represents 11 boutique hotels and resorts across seven Caribbean islands. 

473 Grenada Boutique Resort, Grenada 

Grenada, the southernmost of the Windward Islands, is known as the Spice Isle, and one of the friendliest and most picturesque islands in the Caribbean. 

The historic coastal capital is St. Georges a pretty town set in a curved bay dotted with waterfront restaurants, and historic areas of interest. Grenada offers the largest underwater sculpture park along with a range of flora and fauna. 

473 Grenada Boutique Resort is a collection of nine modern design villas on a private peninsula enveloped by two beaches. 

Built in a retro-beach style they combine modern amenities with authentic Caribbean inspired accents. 

There is a 70-foot infinity pool, direct beach access, established tropical gardens and a dedicated concierge team. 

Guests can enjoy the privacy of the villa, with a full kitchen, lounge, and dining areas and a private chef, on request. 

www.essentialdetail.co.uk/copy-of-grenada473-boutique-resort and www.puregrenada.com

Atlantis Historic Inn, Barbados 

Barbados offers sunshine, warm tropical weather, white-sand beaches and turquoise waters with an abundance of rich culture and heritage. 

The island has a wide choice of restaurants, nightlife, music, and festivals featured throughout the year. 

The Atlantis Historic Inn dates back to the 19th century when the island’s original railway dropped off its passengers on the east coast for a ‘seaside’ holiday. 

In 2009, the new owners restored the property that exploits its position on the undiscovered east coast.

There are nine suites with four poster beds, a restaurant and swimming pool with the Atlantic Ocean on the doorstep. 

www.essentialdetail.co.uk/copy-of-barbadosatlantis-historic-inn 

Little Good Harbour Barbados 

Little Good Harbour is a small private beachfront hotel close to a quiet fishing village on the island’s northwest coast. 

The original 17th-century Fort Rupert has been carefully and tastefully restored to provide 20 suites furnished with a fusion of Balinese and Caribbean décor. 

The Fish Pot, the hotel's water's edge restaurant is a popular lunch and dinner spot for hotel guests and visitors alike. 

www.essentialdetail.co.uk/copy-of-barbadoslittle-good-harbour 

East Winds, St Lucia 

East Winds, St Lucia 

Saint Lucia is a melting pot of cultures, with palm-fringed beaches, rainforests teaming with flora and fauna, natural waterfalls, and the majestic Pitons a UNESCO World Heritage site. 

The all-inclusive East Winds boutique hotel, which has been a popular island property for many years, is located on one of St Lucia's most sheltered bays. 

The restaurant offers a different four-course gourmet menu most nights, accompanied by carefully picked wines. 

www.essentialdetail.co.uk/copy-of-st-luciaeast-winds and www.stlucia.org/en/ 

Rabot Hotel, St Lucia 

The Rabot Hotel is located in the natural lush tropical setting of St. Lucia’s UNESCO World Heritage Site rainforest. 

It comprises 25 private eco-lodges overlooking the Pitons. Guests are encouraged to explore the estate and offers tours of the cacao groves. 

Chocolate features throughout the property from dining, and cocktails to spa treatments.

www.essentialdetail.co.uk/copy-of-st-luciarabot-hotel 

Paradise Beach, Nevis 

The small island of Nevis is popular with visitors seeking a more laid-back, traditional Caribbean experience Called ‘the sweet island’ it offers a rich history and culture with events and celebrations throughout the year. 

The landscape is lush and offers views from Nevis Peak and there are the uncrowded and unspoilt beaches, which are some of the best in the Caribbean. 

Guests at the Paradise Beach arrive by water taxi from St Kitts where most of the international flights arrive. Just a few minutes’ drive from the dock, the villa-style boutique hotel has odd quirky features thrown in on impulse by the owner, creating a true sense of personal style.

The gardens draw local bird life and and there is a constant aroma of beautiful tropical scents from the flowering vegetation and edible fruits. 

www.essentialdetail.co.uk/copy-of-nevisparadise-beach and www.nevisisland.com 

Sunset Reef, St Kitts 

Sunset Reef, St Kitts 

St. Kitts is the larger of the twin islands of St. Kitts & Nevis in the Leeward Islands. 

The capital Basseterre is laid back classic old-style Caribbean, while beyond the island is unspoilt with Mountain ranges and the volcano Mount Liamuiga. 

There are rainforests, with 25% of the island is set aside for a national park, and the beaches are unspoilt and pristine. 

Located at Palmetto Point with views across the sea, Sunset Reef is a boutique property offering seven luxury suites. 

www.essentialdetail.co.uk/copy-of-st-kittssunset-reef and www.stkittstourism.kn 

Young Island, The Grenadines 

The Grenadines are a chain of volcanic islands, islets and cays, and are largely undiscovered with the cays and islands popular with the sailing fraternity and local fishermen. 

They embrace the nations of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, and Grenada. Kingstown the capital of St Vincent is a bustling town with cobbled streets, historic buildings and churches. 

The island is lush and unspoilt with peaceful unspoilt beaches, marine life perfect for scuba diving and a relaxed Caribbean pace of life. 

Young Island, which offers a ‘barefoot’ Caribbean holiday , is located on its own private island just off St Vincent. It offers a 'Robinson Crusoe' setting, but one that is not too remote as St Vincent is just minutes away by complimentary boat. 

www.essentialdetail.co.uk/copy-of-stvincent-young-island and www.palmislandgrenadines.com

Jamaica Inn, Jamaica 

Jamaica is one of the largest islands in the Caribbean with a rich history and real laid-back culture. 

It offers mountains, rainforests, waterfalls, and beaches combined with a vibrant music scene and fine cuisine. Jamaica Inn has been one of the most popular hotels in the Caribbean. 

It is a small all-suite hotel on 700ft of Jamaica’s premier private beach frontage. 

The privately owned property, which has been in the same family for 65 years, has 55 suites, cottages, and bungalows.

 

www.essentialdetail.co.uk/copy-of-jamaicajamaica-inn and www.visitjamaica.com 

Ocean Cliff, Jamaica 

The adults-only, beachfront Ocean Cliff Hotel on the Negril coast is located on the cliff front with beautiful panoramic ocean views and an ocean-fed swimming pool. 

The resort also has direct access to its own private white sand beach. 

The resort comprises 18 handcrafted stone cottages featuring balconies or patio sun terraces..

www.essentialdetail.co.uk/copy-of-jamaicaocean-cliff 

https://www.sandyhavenresort.com/

Sandy Haven, Jamaica 

Sandy Haven is a privately owned boutique property on Negril’s white sand seven-mile beach. 

The resort’s location gives guests a great choice of local bars and restaurants embracing the local vibe.

There are 35 guest suites with a choice of garden or ocean view and featuring a contemporary design with stylish touches of Jamaica in the décor and art. 

There are two restaurants and bars, a swimming pool, spa, and fitness centre and private beach cabanas.

www.essentialdetail.co.uk/copy-of-jamaicasandy-haven 

https://www.sandyhavenresort.com/

 www.essentialdetail.co.uk 

Source: Tracey Dyson at tracey.dyson@essentialdetail.co.uk 

No Time To Die Filming Locations

As the 25th installment of the Bond series, No Time To Die marks actor Daniel Craig’s final appearance as classic spy James Bond. This time, the MI6 agent retires to tranquil Jamaica—the birthplace of Bond, where Ian Fleming wrote the original novels. Italy and Scotland feature as scenic backdrops to chase sequences and stunts throughout the film.

1. Matera, Italy
The opening car chase scene kicks off in Matera with Bond’s car speeding into figure-eight donuts, guns ablazing. Known as the “City of the Dead,” Matera spiritually echoes Vesper Lynd’s departure from Bond’s life in the previous film. Explore the town’s hollowed grottoes and mountainside dwellings on a private walking tour with locals, where you’ll learn how this ancient warren-turned-World Heritage Site became Italy’s hidden gem. Travellers say Cripta del Peccato Originale and Parco delle Chiese Rupestri di Matera are ruins worth revisiting.

2. Port Antonio, Jamaica
Just outside Port Antonio, Bond’s open-air retirement villa stands alone at the coastline, perfectly remote whilst staying within the reaches of civilization—exactly like his previous retirement location in Skyfall. And Bond might be on to something: Port Antonio offers both jungle and beach activities, making it the ideal vacation (and retirement!) destination. A bus tour to Reach Falls and a rafting cruise along Blue Lagoon are choice ways to start exploring, but you could also do it all in a 2-in-1 tour if you’re adventurous enough.

3. Cairngorms National Park, Scotland
It’s not Bond without thrilling chases and stunts—and that’s where the lush mountains of Cairngorms enter the frame. A chase takes Bond through various areas of the U.K.’s largest park, specifically across Aviemore for its incredible forestry, and later across the countryside estate of Ardverikie along the shores of Loch Laggan. Walking trails, biking routes, and nature reserves are aplenty amid the moorland; this Loch Ness Glencoe and Highlands group tour takes you there, with stops at Glencoe, Cairngorms, and Fort Augustus along the way.

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Spend the Holidays in Luxury with Crystal Ocean, River and Expedition Voyages

With the holidays right around the corner, there’s no better time for guests to book their luxury celebration at sea with Crystal whose ocean, river and expedition voyages provide the ultimate winter-time retreat.

This year, five Crystal ships will offer port-intensive 10- to 15-day voyages departing in late December that visit not only warm-weather hot spots but the remote icy wonderland of Antarctica and legendary waterways of Europe, providing unforgettable luxury vacation experiences with opportunities to explore some of the world’s most picturesque locales.

During the holidays Crystal ships will be adorned with decorations, special menus with delicious multi-course meals, and, of course, the best New Year’s Eve party in cruising culminating in a champagne toast at midnight as 2021 turns into 2022.

“The holidays aboard Crystal are truly one-of-a-kind and this year we’re more excited than ever to welcome our Crystal Family to come onboard and create a lifetime of wonderful memories as they relax and reconnect with their friends, families and loved ones,” said Jack Anderson, president of Crystal.

Here’s a look at Crystal’s 2021 holiday cruise offerings:

• Crystal Symphony (Dec. 18-29, 2021, round-trip from Miami) – 11-night “Connoisseur’s Caribbean Holiday” voyage visiting Gustavia, St. Barts; Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis; St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda; Roseau, Dominica; Philipsburg, St. Maarten (Netherlands Antilles); and St. John, Cruz Bay (USVI).
• Crystal Endeavor (Dec. 21, 2021 – Jan. 5, 2022, round-trip from Ushuaia) – 15-night “Antarctic Holiday Expedition” calling at West Point Island, Saunders Island and Port Stanley, Falkland Islands; Elephant Island, Antarctica; Antarctic Sound; South Shetland Islands, Antarctica; Antarctic Peninsula; and Crossing Drake Passage.
• Crystal Ravel (Dec. 22, 2021 – Jan. 2, 2022, Budapest to Vienna) – 11-night “Dazzling Danube Holiday” with stops at Bratislava, Slovakia; Melk and Linz, Austria; Passau and Vilshofen, Germany; Grein, Krems and Vienna (two-day call including New Years Eve), Austria.
• Crystal Debussy (Dec. 23, 2021 – Jan. 2, 2022, Amsterdam round-trip) – 10-night “Joyful Holidays on the Rhine” voyage featuring Arnhem, the Netherlands; Cologne and Mannheim, Germany; Strasbourg, France; Worms, Rudesheim (overnight call), Koblenz and Dusseldorf, Germany; and Amsterdam (two-day call including New Years Eve).
• Crystal Serenity (Dec. 22, 2021 – Jan. 5, 2022, round-trip from Miami) – 14-night “Caribbean Holiday” cruise featuring Key West, Fla.; Philipsburg, St. Maarten (overnight call); Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis; St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda; Castries, St. Lucia; two-day call in Bridgetown, Barbados (overnight call); and Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas (USVI).
• Crystal Symphony (Dec. 29, 2021 – Jan. 8, 2022, round-trip from Miami) – 10-night “Tropical New Year’s Celebration” voyage visiting Bimini and San Salvador Island, The Bahamas; Ocho Rios and Port Royal, Jamaica; and Long Island and Exuma, The Bahamas.

About Crystal
Only the world-renowned Crystal Experience offers an unwavering, unparalleled standard of excellence and luxury across three distinct cruising options: Crystal Cruises, the World’s Most Awarded Luxury Cruise Line; Crystal River Cruises, the World’s Most Luxurious River Cruise Line; and Crystal Expedition Cruises, taking Crystal’s acclaimed elegance to the farthest reaches of the world. Crystal has been recognized with top honors in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards for a record 27 years including, in 2019, for Best Medium-Ship Cruise Line for Crystal Cruises, Best Small-Ship Cruise Line for Crystal Yacht Cruises and Best River Cruise Line for Crystal River Cruises. Crystal was also voted “World’s Best” by the readers of Travel + Leisure for 24 years, including, in 2017 and 2020, Best River Cruise Line for Crystal River Cruises; and won “Cruise Line of the Year” and “Most Luxurious Guest Experience” by Virtuoso for 2018 & 2019. Crystal is proud to be a platinum partner of the advisors of ASTA.

For more information and Crystal reservations, contact a travel advisor, call 1300 059 263 (AU) | 0800 600 108 (NZ), or visit www.crystalcruises.com.au . Join the hundreds of thousands who subscribe to the Crystal Insider blog, follow Crystal Cruises’ Facebook page; @crystalcruises on Twitter and Instagram; @crystalrivercruises on Instagram; and engage in the conversation with #crystalcruises, #crystalrivercruises and #WhereLuxuryisPersonal.

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The Palladium Hotel Group

Agrotourism Sa Talaia

The Palladium Hotel Group has launched Palladium TV with programming to inspire travellers and enable them to continue to explore while they are at home.

The group has 48 hotels in Spain, Mexico, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Italy and Brazil. The project, which was initially intended for the televisions of the group’s 48 hotels, is now being made available online in English from any device via Palladium Hotel Group’s corporate YouTube channel and on the Palladium TV website. It will offer a variety of audio-visual content focusing on life both inside and outside its hotels in the destinations where the group has properties. From August 2020 onwards this new television channel will be available at the group’s 48 hotels across

Website: www.palladiumhotelgroup.com

TripAdvisor Announces Top 10 Beaches in the World

Baia do Sancho

Fernando de Noronha, Brazil

Beautiful beaches and stunning reefs await…

1) Baia do Sancho

Fernando de Noronha, Brazil
“As you walk through a small trail, you can't imagine what awaits you. The heavenly view seems like a mirage.”
Best time to go: Year-round
Shop for a place to stay
4 Hotels
148 B&B and Inns
1 Holiday Rentals

2) Varadero Beach
Varadero, Cuba
“Beautiful paradise, friendly people”
Best time to go: Year-round
Shop for a place to stay
80 Hotels
91 B&B and Inns

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Eagle Beach

Palm - Eagle Beach, Aruba

3) Eagle Beach
Palm - Eagle Beach, Aruba
“Aruba's most beautiful beach. Private, quiet, serene, amazing!”
Best time to go: Year-round
Shop for a place to stay
25 Hotels
5 B&B and Inns
206 Holiday Rentals

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4) La Concha Beach
San Sebastian - Donostia, Spain
“Park, shop, and to the beach”
Best time to go: June - September
Shop for a place to stay
56 Hotels
87 B&B and Inns
391 Holiday Rentals

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5) Grace Bay Beach
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos
“Shimmering white sand and warm enveloping waters. The colour of the water makes your heart leap.”
Best time to go: Year-round
Shop for a place to stay
42 Hotels
11 B&B and Inns
328 Holiday Rentals

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Clearwater Beach

Clearwater, Florida

6) Clearwater Beach
Clearwater, Florida
“The sugar fine white sand is a trademark of this fabulous beach. Perfect for a day in the sun. You might even spot a dolphin or two playing on the horizon.”
Best time to go: Year-round
Shop for a place to stay
95 Hotels
9 B&B and Inns
422 Holiday Rentals

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7) Spiaggia dei Conigli
Lampedusa, Islands of Sicily
“Lampedusa beaches ”
Best time to go: May - September
Shop for a place to stay
41 Hotels
36 B&B and Inns
32 Holiday Rentals

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8) Seven Mile Beach
Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman
“Want a beach vacation? Try this one.”
Best time to go: Year-round
Shop for a place to stay
12 Hotels
118 Holiday Rentals

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9) Playa Norte
Isla Mujeres
“Calm turquoise waters, pure white powdery sand. Water so blue, it makes the sky look pale.”
Best time to go: Year-round
Shop for a place to stay
46 Hotels
50 B&B and Inns
149 Holiday Rentals

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Seven Mile Beach

Negril, Jamaica

10) Seven Mile Beach

Negril, Jamaica
“Negril beach”
Best time to go: Year-round
Shop for a place to stay
80 Hotels
57 B&B and Inns
133 Holiday Rentals

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TripAdvisor

Web: www.tripadvisor.com.au/TravelersChoice-Beaches-a_Mode.expanded

Preferred Hotels & Resorts Launches I Prefer Members’ Choice Awards

 Preferred Hotels & Resorts – the world’s largest independent hotel brand representing more than 750 distinctive hotels, resorts, and residences across 85 countries – today unveiled the winners of its first-ever I Prefer Members’ Choice Awards. These new awards celebrate hotels worldwide that are best-of-the-best in delivering high quality standards and exceptional, personalized experiences to members of the brand’s I Prefer Hotel Rewards program, as determined by votes collected from I Prefer members in December 2018. Forty hotels were selected as winners across four regional categories, with New Orleans’ iconic Hotel Monteleone voted the #1 hotel globally, and top honors in the other regions going to Pulitzer Amsterdam in the Netherlands, Royal Plaza on Scotts in Singapore, and Half Moon in Jamaica.

“We are thrilled to give our valuable I Prefer members a platform from which they can be active storytellers on behalf of Preferred Hotels & Resorts, voicing their opinions on which hotels consistently go above and beyond to engage them in a memorable loyalty experience and inspire repeat visits,” said Jeri Salazar, Vice President of Marketing Strategy & Loyalty, Preferred Hotels & Resorts. “Many congratulations go out to these hotel partners for making such a strong impression on our guests.”

Ten hotels were announced as winners within each of the four regional awards categories. Hotel Monteleone, a literary landmark in New Orleans’ French Quarter since 1886, was ranked the top hotel globally for its commitment to delivering an outstanding I Prefer experience to all new and existing members. In addition to Hotel Monteleone, Pulitzer Amsterdam, Royal Plaza on Scotts, and Half Moon, the diverse range of independent luxury hotels selected across 24 countries demonstrate the caliber of one-of-a-kind experiences enjoyed by I Prefer members booking stays at participating properties across the Preferred Hotels & Resorts global portfolio.

2018 I Prefer Members’ Choice Awards Winners:

Top Hotels in Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa

·        Royal Plaza on Scotts – Singapore 

·        Banyan Tree Seychelles – Seychelles 

·        Discovery Shores Boracay – Aklan, Philippines

·        Discovery Primea, Manila – Manila, Philippines 

·        Discovery Suites Manila Philippines – Manila, Philippines

·        Palazzo Versace, Dubai – Dubai, UAE

·        Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo – Tokyo, Japan

·        DUKES Dubai – Dubai, UAE

·        EAST, Hong Kong – Hong Kong 

·        One World Hotel – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Top Hotels in the United States

·        Hotel Monteleone – New Orleans, Louisiana 

·        Windsor Court Hotel – New Orleans, Louisiana 

·        Rosen Shingle Creek – Orlando, Florida

·        Edgewood Tahoe Resort – Stateline (Lake Tahoe), Nevada

·        Boston Harbor Hotel – Boston, Massachusetts

·        Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa – Palm Beach, Florida

·        The Broadmoor – Colorado Springs, Colorado

·        Nemacolin Woodlands Resort – Farmington, Pennsylvania

·        Hotel Emma – San Antonio, Texas

·        Woodstock Inn & Resort – Woodstock, Vermont

Top Hotels in Europe

·        Pulitzer Amsterdam – Amsterdam, Netherlands

·        Grand Hotel Excelsior – Valletta, Malta

·        Dromoland Castle Hotel – County Clare, Ireland

·        Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa – St. Andrews, Scotland

·        Grand Hotel Tremezzo – Lake Como, Italy

·        The Stafford London – United Kingdom

·        Dylan Dublin – Dublin, Ireland 

·        Grand Hotel Zermatterhof – Zermatt, Switzerland

·        The Fitzwilliam Hotel Dublin – Dublin, Ireland 

·        The K Club – Kildare, Ireland   

Top Hotels in Caribbean, Central, and South America

·        Half Moon – Montego Bay, Jamaica

·        Condado Vanderbilt Hotel – San Juan, Puerto Rico

·        Grand Isle Resort & Spa – George Town – Exuma, Bahamas

·        Hotel Christopher – Pointe Milou, St. Barthélemy

·        Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa – Sandys, Bermuda

·        Iberostar Grand Hotel Bavaro – Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

·        Zemi Beach House Hotel & Spa – West Indies, Anguilla

·        West Bay Club – Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

·        Casa Grande Hotel Resort & Spa – São Paulo, Brazil

·        Iberostar Grand Hotel Rose Hall – Montego Bay, Jamaica

Debuted by Preferred Hotels & Resorts in 2013, I Prefer is the world’s largest global points-based guest loyalty program for independent hotels, with three million members currently enrolled. Free to join, I Prefer extends points redeemable towards free nights and other on-property expenditures, elite status, and other complimentary benefits to members during eligible stays at more than 650 participating properties worldwide. Bookings can be made online at PreferredHotels.com or on the I Prefer mobile app, available on Android and iOS, where members can access a variety of special offers including exclusive members-only rates. 

For more information on the I Prefer Members’ Choice Awards, visit www.IPrefer.com/MembersChoice.