Over the last 10 years, Paris has boldly reclaimed its title as the best food city in Europe. The French capital is bustling with a brilliant constellation of new restaurants by talented young chefs from all over the world, plus an inventive and diverse array of casual dining options. There’s also been a renaissance of its long-established gastronomic landscape, including traditional bistros, brasseries, and stylish restaurants serving classic French cooking made famous by Escoffier, including dishes like blanquette de veau (veal in cream sauce) and pistachio soufflés……Continue Reading On EATER.COM
When hot weather hits, travelers tend to have beaches on their brain. And while taking a refreshing dip in the ocean may be top of mind, there’s something special about a lake vacation. With opportunities for kayaking, canoeing and lounging, lakes also make for great playgrounds in the summertime. So before you start searching for sandy stretches around the world, take a look at our list of gorgeous lakeside hotels, from Idaho to Italy. Some are bright blue oases tucked beneath towering peaks, and others are backed by idyllic towns, but all are so stunning that the ocean will give you a pass for pining over them.
Casta Diva Resort & Spa, Lake Como, Italy
Why choose between whiling away the day at the pool or the lake when you can do both at Casta Diva Resort & Spa? Located on the shores of Lake Como, in the town of Blevio, this romantic retreat stars a floating pool jutting out into the water. At night, the wood-decked oasis transforms into a stage for a spectacular sound and light show, complete with fountains choreographed to operatic arias. Speaking of operas, 19th-century opera singer Giuditta Pasta purchased one of the villas here in 1827. The theatrical aesthetic is apparent throughout the property, though, from the lavishly decorated rooms (expect gilded furnishings, fine art and panoramic views of the lake) to the dramatic color schemes in public spaces. Rounding out the splurge-worthy amenities are the subterranean spa — finished with an indoor pool, sauna and Mediterranean bath — and several fine-dining eateries. Honeymoon, anyone?
Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern, SwitzerlandBlanket Bay, New ZealandLake Austin Spa Resort, TexasAshford Castle, IrelandEmerald Lake Lodge, Kootenay RockiesMirror Lake Inn, Lake Placid
Palace Luzern, SwitzerlandGrand Hotel Villa Serbelloni, Lake ComoThe Coeur d’Alene Resort, IdahoThe Broadmoor, Colorado SpringsHyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino, Nevada
