In this top 10 boutique & design hotel experiences of 2023 vid, I’ll take you with me as I travel the world to uncover the most unique boutique hotels and resorts. From the city to the beach and mountains, I discovered amazing design hotels, wild Airbnbs, luxury hotels, and bargain hotels with tons of style. I chose each resort for its design, the natural beauty surrounding it, and that something special that can only be understood once you’ve stayed somewhere.
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Join me as I reveal insider tips, crazy views, and exclusive peeks into these architectural marvels. Experience through my eyes the world of high-end hospitality, where attention to detail crafts an unforgettable experience.
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📱 Camera + Phone:
Canon R6 Mark II – excellent low light performance:
iPhone 16 Pro Max – shoots 4K and fits in your pocket:
🦅 Drone:
DJI Air 3 – cinematic shots, compact design:
📸 Lenses:
Canon RF 24–70mm f/2.8 – versatile everyday lens:
Canon RF 70–200mm f/2.8L – sharp, fast telephoto:
Canon RF 35mm f/1.8 Macro – compact and great for detail shots:
🎙️ Mics:
RØDE Wireless Go II – my go-to wireless setup:
Hollyland Lark M2 – easy to use, great sound:
🧳 Tripod:
Peak Design Travel Tripod – lightweight and reliable:
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Our top 10 last is actually a top 11 list (there was a tie in 1 category), here are links to an in depth look at each place:
MOST LUXE: ALILA ULUWATU, BALI
BEST GLAMPING: WOODNEST, NORWAY
BEST BEACH RESORT: ROUND HILL HOTEL & VILLAS, JAMAICA
BEST LUXE BARGAIN: UMA, UBUD BALI
BEST FOODIE DESTINATION + MOST SUSTAINABLE: MANSHAUSEN, NORWAY
MOST UNIQUE + UNUSUAL (TIE):
CAPELLA, BALI
GOLDENEYE, JAMAICA
BEST REMOTE ESCAPE: THE ARCTIC HIDEAWAY, NORWAY
BEST CITY HOTEL: SOMMERO + VILLA INKOGNITO, OSLO [Coming January 2024]
BEST DESIGN + ARCHITECTURE: THE SOORI, BALI
MOST FUN + BEST FOR FAMILIES: THE ROCKHOUSE, JAMAICA
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Our goal is to save you time by finding the best hotels and experiences for you, and eliminate the stress of paying for something before you understand if it’s right for you. We work with total editorial independence. That means nothing appears in our videos as a recommendation unless we’ve tried it and loved it. These are the hotels and activities we choose for ourselves and recommend to our family and friends.
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Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or someone who dreams of distant places, this video will ignite your wanderlust and inspire your next luxury getaway.
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