INDIA

1 The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai This opulent waterfront landmark— instantly recognizable thanks to its confection of Indo-Saracenic domes and turrets—is a destination in its own right. The hotel houses 550 rooms and suites spread between the 1903 heritage structure and adjacent tower wing, alongside eight dining venues where offerings range from modern Indian fare to Eastern Mediterranean cuisine. 2 The Leela Palace New Delhi 3 The Imperial New Delhi 4 The Oberoi, Mumbai 5 The Oberoi Udaivilas 6 The Oberoi Amarvilas 7 The St. Regis Mumbai 8 Taj Lake Palace, Udaipur 9 Taj Rambagh Palace, Jaipur 10 Grand Hyatt Mumbai

Clockwise from left: Contemporary comfort at Park Hyatt Tokyo; a bird’s-eye view of W Bali - Seminyak’s lagoon pool.Opposite: The Venetian Macao and its replica Rialto Bridge make for a striking sight at dusk.