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The best available hotels & places to stay near Pompeii

Pompeii is a Roman town frozen in time, thanks to a devastating eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Explore houses from modest to majestic; see Roman shops, baths and brothels; or apply your high-school Latin to the graffiti that's still visible on some of the walls. End your visit at the Villa of the Mysteries, and try to interpret its amazing, bizarre frescoes—scholars have debated their meaning for years.

10 Top-Rated Hotels in Leverkusen, North Rhine-Westphalia

Discover the best hotels in Leverkusen, North Rhine-Westphalia including Ibis Budget Koeln Leverkusen City, Hotel Arkade, Hotel-Restaurant Fueck, Best Western Leoso Hotel Leverkusen, Ibis Koeln Leverkusen, Lindner Hotel BayArena, Hotel Kristal, Hotel Sechzehn, Hotel Am Stadion, Landhotel Fettehenne.

10 Top-Rated Hotels in Bayreuth, Upper Franconia, Franconia, Bavaria

Discover the best hotels in Bayreuth, Upper Franconia, Franconia, Bavaria including Arvena Kongress Hotel, Hotel Bayerischer Hof, H4 Hotel Residenzschloss Bayreuth, Hotel Rheingold, Apart-Hotel FirstBoarding Bayreuth, ibis Styles Bayreuth, Jugendherberge Bayreuth, Hotel Poseidon, B&B Hotel Bayreuth, Hotel Goldener Hirsch.

Top 10 hotels in Saint-Tropez, France

Brigitte Bardot frolicked on the beaches of St. Tropez in the '50s; now it's the playground of rap stars and international socialites. Most of the sandy hot spots lie southwest of town on the Baie de Pampelonne. But if you're not P. Diddy, take heart: you'll find a few family-friendly, public beaches where the sun, sand and waves are just as fabulous.

10 hotels in Harrogate: Best hotel deals for 2023

Harrogate is also known as "The English Spa." For centuries, visitors have flocked to the mineral hot springs. Today, those springs still soothe the body while the placid RHS Harlow Carr Gardens and Yorkshire Dales national park stimulate the soul. Tea rooms, architecture, and art galleries are the main pastimes in this pleasant town.  With four rail stations for easy transport, travelers can board trains running between Harrogate and York, Leeds, Knaresborough, and London.

10 Top-Rated Hotels in Orkney Islands, Scotland

Discover the best hotels in Orkney Islands, Scotland including The Ayre Hotel, The INN Guest House, Albert Hotel, Smithfield Hotel, The Stromness Hotel, Orcades Hostel, Royal Hotel, Braeswick B&B, No. 1 Broughton, Shorelands B&B.

The best available hotels & places to stay near Warwick

Discover the best hotels in Warwick, Warwickshire, England including The Old Fourpenny Shop Hotel, Premier Inn Warwick hotel, Delta Hotels by Marriott Warwick, The Old Fourpenny Shop Hotel, Warwick Castle Tower Suites, Rose and Crown, Holiday Inn Express Warwick - Stratford-Upon-Avon, an IHG Hotel, Castle Limes Hotel, Warwick Castle Knight's Village, The Old Coffee Tavern.

The best available hotels & places to stay near Lichfield

Discover the best hotels in Lichfield, Staffordshire, England including Premier Inn Lichfield City Centre hotel, Holiday Inn Express Lichfield, An IHG Hotel, St Johns House, The Cathedral Hotel, Best Western Lichfield City Centre The George Hotel, Innkeeper's Collection Lichfield, Premier Inn Lichfield North East (A38) hotel, Swinfen Hall Hotel.

The 10 best hotels in Whitecourt, Canada

Discover the best hotels in Whitecourt, Alberta including Holiday Inn Express & Suites Whitecourt Southeast, an IHG Hotel, Quality Inn & Suites, Western Budget Motel Whitecourt #3, Ritz Cafe and Motor Inn, Super 8 by Wyndham Whitecourt, Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Whitecourt, Ramada by Wyndham Whitecourt, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Whitecourt Southeast, an IHG Hotel, The Kanata Inns, Cloud 9 Inn.

Top 10 hotels in Kindersley, Canada

Discover the best hotels in Kindersley, Saskatchewan including Super 8 by Wyndham Kindersley, Best Western Plus Kindersley Hotel, Quality Inn & Suites - Kindersley, Travelodge by Wyndham Kindersley, Kindersley Inn, Centennial Motel, Canalta Kindersley, Super 8 by Wyndham Kindersley, Nova Inn Kindersley, H&G Motel.

The best available hotels & places to stay near Saskatchewan

Discover the best hotels in Saskatchewan including Hampton Inn Saskatoon South, Best Western Plus Eastgate Inn & Suites, Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Saskatoon Airport, Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Regina East Gate, Temple Gardens Hotel & Spa, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Conference Centre Regina, Hilton Garden Inn Saskatoon Downtown, Hampton Inn Saskatoon South, Home Inn & Suites Saskatoon South, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Saskatoon, SK.

Quebec Hotels | Places to Stay in Quebec

Discover the best hotels in Quebec including Hotel Manoir Victoria, Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac, Monsieur Jean - l'hote particulier, Hotel du Vieux-Quebec, Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile, Hotel des Coutellier, Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac, Hotel Le Dauphin Montreal Centre-Ville, Auberge Saint Antoine, Le Manoir d'Auteuil.

Top 10 hotels in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

Discover the best hotels in Newfoundland and Labrador including Alt Hotel St. John's, JAG, Best Western Plus St. John's Airport Hotel and Suites, Ramada by Wyndham St. John's, Super 8 by Wyndham St Johns, DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview, Holiday Inn Express & Suites St John's Airport, an IHG Hotel, Comfort Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton St. John's Airport, Stay in Gros Morne.

10 hotels in Ensenada: Best hotel deals for 2023

In Ensenada, only 80 miles south of San Diego, travelers can get a taste of Mexican food, culture and nightlife. Californians flock to this beautiful seaport town, one of the largest on the Baja peninsula, for rest, relaxation and excellent outdoor recreation activities. From surfing and sea kayaking to horseback riding and mountain biking, even the most discerning sportsperson will be impressed. Ensenada's nightlife is also a big draw. Papas and Beer and Hussong's Cantina serve up an on-going party atmosphere and lots of tequila, while nearby vineyards offer wine tasting in a more traditional and serene setting. Nature enthusiasts are wowed by the sight of gray whales and the underwater cave that randomly squirts water at onlookers. Whatever your interests, enchanting Ensenada will not disappoint.

The best available hotels & places to stay near U.S. Virgin Islands

Made up of St. Croix, St. John and St. Thomas, the laidback USVI offer sophisticated dining, turquoise waters and quaint towns. On St. Croix, Christiansted's colorful Danish Colonial buildings provide a lovely backdrop for dining or sailing. Underwater coral gardens are heaven for divers. On St. Thomas, shopping mecca Charlotte Amalie has hopping nightlife. Tranquil St. John offers quiet trails, secluded coves and lively Cruz Bay's shops and bars. Ferries and local air services link the islands.

The 10 best hotels in Grenada, Caribbean

Discover Pure Grenada, the Spice of the Caribbean! Famed as the home of spices like nutmeg, the islands of Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique invite culinary exploration—from tasting tours of three award-winning rum distilleries to sampling exquisite organic chocolate at five chocolate factories. Visitors can also dive into the turquoise waters to discover the world’s first underwater sculpture park, zipline through tropical rain forests, or take in the lush scenery in a dune buggy tour.

The best available hotels & places to stay near Santa Fe

Venture into the unspoiled beauty of 7,000-foot Rocky Mountain vistas, marvel at the contrast of ancient native culture mixed with modern arts, feast on legendary cuisine and relax in rustic sophistication. A visit to Santa Fe, Travel & Leisure's #1 Cultural Getaway, feels a lot like a visit to Europe. The Spanish Colonial charm of this historic destination has been enchanting travelers for over 400 years. And Santa Fe shows no signs of slowing down.

10 hotels in Crescent City: Best hotel deals for 2023

Discover the best hotels in Crescent City, California including Best Western Plus Northwoods Inn, Ocean View Inn, Anchor Beach Inn, Quality Inn & Suites Redwood Coast, Westward Inn - Crescent City, Best Western Plus Northwoods Inn, Bayview Inn, Motel 6 Crescent City, North Coast Inn, Redwood Inn.