Located on the east coast of Mauritius, surrounded by turquoise waters, lush greenery and dramatic views at every turn, the Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at

WHY IT RATES: First opened in 1847, this 405-room resort is known for exceptional service, Southern charm, majestic oaks and beautiful sunsets over Mobile Bay

WHY IT RATES: The new-build hotel will be located in the heart of Melbourne, amid distinct architecture and a bustling arts scene.—Mia Taylor, TravelPulse Senior

WHY IT RATES: The $21 million redesign introduced chic, modern accommodations while still paying homage to the island’s Dutch Colonial architecture .—Mia Taylor, TravelPulse Senior

One of the Dominican Republic’s most exclusive adults-only all-inclusive resorts, Sanctuary Cap Cana is putting the finishing touches on a jaw-dropping $35 million modernization effort.

In college, I learned that tourism had a specific definition: to be a tourist, one had to travel at least 50 miles one way. Some

Atelier de Hoteles is using its own personal touch to put the guest experience over the top. The Mexican hotel company believes strongly in handcrafted

When one thinks of alcoholic beverages in Utah, small-batch distilleries aren’t typically the first thing that comes to mind. More prominent in the state for

WHY IT RATES: A multimillion-dollar upgrade will deliver new services and amenities to guests. —Janeen Christoff, TravelPulse Senior Writer MORE Hotel & Resort Melia Hotels

WHY IT RATES: The hotel’s upcoming refurbishment will showcase an imaginative use of space, color and materials as well as the latest user-friendly technology. —Mia