Most Colorful Cities

Most Colorful Cities

Not all cities are grey concrete jungles

When one thinks of a typical metropolis, it's sky-high buildings with grey exteriors that normally come to mind, but there are plenty of vibrantly chromatic skylines around the world that are worth traveling for. These snapshots of rainbow villages and uniquely shaped buildings and streets will fill you with wanderlust and have you daydreaming about your next color-filled getaway. Keep scrolling for multi-hued spots that will lighten and brighten your travel bucket list.

Istanbul, Turkey

photo credit: @takemyhearteverywhere

Barcelona, Spain

photo credit: @davide.anzimanni

Cinque Terre, Italy

photo credit: @davide_pietralunga

Cape Town, South Africa

photo credit: @elineheuts

Colmar, France

photo credit: @kyrenian

Menton, France

photo credit: @tarastolt

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Mar 26

Love to drive? A road trip through central Norway should definitely be on your bucket list. 🇳🇴 One of the best ways to pull it off is through 62nord: The company’s Drive the Fjords signature adventure will put you behind the wheel of an electric Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo on the legendary Atlantic Ocean Road (pictured here) and the winding Trollstigen as you head from Ålesund to the Øye Valley.

#norway #roadtrip #atlanticoceanroad #luxurytravel #travelinspiration

Love to drive? A road trip through central Norway should definitely be on your bucket list. 🇳🇴 One of the best ways to pull it off is through 62nord: The company’s Drive the Fjords signature adventure will put you behind the wheel of an electric Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo on the legendary Atlantic Ocean Road (pictured here) and the winding Trollstigen as you head from Ålesund to the Øye Valley.

#norway #roadtrip #atlanticoceanroad #luxurytravel #travelinspiration ...

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Apr 2

Need some travel inspiration? Look no further than your on-screen favorites. Swipe through to see a few of the filming destinations behind this year’s buzziest shows and biggest blockbusters. 🎥

#filminglocations ##travelinspiration #luxurytravel

Need some travel inspiration? Look no further than your on-screen favorites. Swipe through to see a few of the filming destinations behind this year’s buzziest shows and biggest blockbusters. 🎥

#filminglocations ##travelinspiration #luxurytravel ...

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May 18

Talk about natural habitats. Tierra Atacama, in Chile’s Atacama Desert, reopened last year after a $20 million renovation, ushering in a new era for the luxury all-inclusive eco-lodge under the newly launched Beckons brand. Curated desert excursions include volcano treks, horseback rides, and salt-pan drives to see flamingos feeding on shrimp. 🦩🌵🦩

📸 by jm.wildlife and Morten Andersen / courtesy of beckonsjourneys

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Jan 23

A prison-turned-hotel, a resort that unfolds across three locations, a tented camp set across river islands: the lineup of new places to stay opening across Asia and Africa this year is redefining what it means to check in. Here, we share a few that we’re most excited to see for ourselves.

#japan #kyoto #nara #namibia #zambia #oman #morocco #okavangodelta #thailand #seychelles #vietnam #luxuryhotels #luxurytravel #newhotels

A prison-turned-hotel, a resort that unfolds across three locations, a tented camp set across river islands: the lineup of new places to stay opening across Asia and Africa this year is redefining what it means to check in. Here, we share a few that we’re most excited to see for ourselves.

#japan #kyoto #nara #namibia #zambia #oman #morocco #okavangodelta #thailand #seychelles #vietnam #luxuryhotels #luxurytravel #newhotels ...

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Feb 5

Want to experience one of the most remote pockets of the country without roughing it? Sheldon Chalet, a luxe, five-bedroom home nestled into the heart of Alaska’s Denali National Park, proves it's possible. 🗻 Accessible only via helicopter, guests fuel up on gourmet meals and recharge in the sauna in between backcountry skiing, glacier trekking, snow cavern spelunking, and rock climbing.

📸 courtesy of Sheldon Chalet and James Heredia

#hoteloftheweek #luxuryhotels #luxurytravel #remotetravel #privatelodge #alaska

Want to experience one of the most remote pockets of the country without roughing it? Sheldon Chalet, a luxe, five-bedroom home nestled into the heart of Alaska’s Denali National Park, proves it`s possible. 🗻 Accessible only via helicopter, guests fuel up on gourmet meals and recharge in the sauna in between backcountry skiing, glacier trekking, snow cavern spelunking, and rock climbing.

📸 courtesy of Sheldon Chalet and James Heredia

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Mar 31

TheWhiteLotus is headed to Saint-Tropez, and so are we for a stay at airellessainttropez. Tucked into the hills overlooking a sunny stretch of coastline, the glamorous Château de la Messardière is rumored to be the filming location for the show’s fourth season…and it’s easy to see why. 😍🌴

📸 courtesy of Château de la Messardière and Lucas Horenburg

#hoteloftheweek #southoffrance #luxuryhotels #whitelotus #travelinspiration

TheWhiteLotus is headed to Saint-Tropez, and so are we for a stay at airellessainttropez. Tucked into the hills overlooking a sunny stretch of coastline, the glamorous Château de la Messardière is rumored to be the filming location for the show’s fourth season…and it’s easy to see why. 😍🌴

📸 courtesy of Château de la Messardière and Lucas Horenburg

#hoteloftheweek #southoffrance #luxuryhotels #whitelotus #travelinspiration ...

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Mar 24

Equal parts quiet and creative, check into thenewmanlondon if you’re looking for a more residential stay. The new hotel, which opened in February, channels Fitzrovia’s chill, artistic spirit but is still just steps away from buzzy Marylebone and Soho. Expect DJ sets and exceptional cocktails at the bar, an entire floor devoted to wellness, and seriously chic rooms and suites.

#hoteloftheweek #luxuryhotels #travelinspiration #londonhotels

Equal parts quiet and creative, check into thenewmanlondon if you’re looking for a more residential stay. The new hotel, which opened in February, channels Fitzrovia’s chill, artistic spirit but is still just steps away from buzzy Marylebone and Soho. Expect DJ sets and exceptional cocktails at the bar, an entire floor devoted to wellness, and seriously chic rooms and suites.

#hoteloftheweek #luxuryhotels #travelinspiration #londonhotels ...

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Feb 10

Hubba hubba. 😍 The new editioncomo, set to open in March, is a sleek and seriously sexy take on la dolce vita. Swipe through for a sneak peek.

📸 Photos by Nikolas Koenig

#lakecomo #lakecomoedition #luxuryhotels #luxurytravel #travelinspiration

Hubba hubba. 😍 The new editioncomo, set to open in March, is a sleek and seriously sexy take on la dolce vita. Swipe through for a sneak peek.

📸 Photos by Nikolas Koenig

#lakecomo #lakecomoedition #luxuryhotels #luxurytravel #travelinspiration ...

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May 18

Talk about natural habitats. Tierra Atacama, in Chile’s Atacama Desert, reopened last year after a $20 million renovation, ushering in a new era for the luxury all-inclusive eco-lodge under the newly launched Beckons brand. Curated desert excursions include volcano treks, horseback rides, and salt-pan drives to see flamingos feeding on shrimp. 🦩🌵🦩

📸 by jm.wildlife and Morten Andersen / courtesy of beckonsjourneys

#luxuryhotels #travelinspiration #atacamadesert #chile ...

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May 14

Inkaterra has spent five decades developing its sustainable tourism methods. Its latest offering, Inkaterra Cabo Blanco, is now in soft opening on the northern coast of Peru. Thirteen ocean-view suites open onto private terraces with fire pits and plunge pools where the desert meets the ocean. There is a beautiful pool, an all-inclusive restaurant highlighting local ingredients, and a spa focused on water therapies. Soon, guests will be able to try out their sea legs aboard the newly refurbished Miss Texas, the boat on which a 1,560-pound black marlin was caught back in 1953—a world record that remains unbroken.

📸 courtesy of inkaterracaboblanco

#hoteloftheweek #luxuryhotels #travelinspiration #peru #inkaterracaboblanco

Inkaterra has spent five decades developing its sustainable tourism methods. Its latest offering, Inkaterra Cabo Blanco, is now in soft opening on the northern coast of Peru. Thirteen ocean-view suites open onto private terraces with fire pits and plunge pools where the desert meets the ocean. There is a beautiful pool, an all-inclusive restaurant highlighting local ingredients, and a spa focused on water therapies. Soon, guests will be able to try out their sea legs aboard the newly refurbished Miss Texas, the boat on which a 1,560-pound black marlin was caught back in 1953—a world record that remains unbroken.

📸 courtesy of inkaterracaboblanco

#hoteloftheweek #luxuryhotels #travelinspiration #peru #inkaterracaboblanco ...

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May 1

The beloved Grand Hotel Tremezzo on Lake Como just celebrated its 115th year. That’s more than a century of a picture-perfect setting, terraced gardens, four restaurants (and one of the top breakfast spreads anywhere), a stunning spa with an Italian hammam, and elegant guest rooms overlooking the lake.

📸 courtesy of ghtlakecomo

#hoteloftheweek #luxuryhotels #travelinspiration #lakecomo

The beloved Grand Hotel Tremezzo on Lake Como just celebrated its 115th year. That’s more than a century of a picture-perfect setting, terraced gardens, four restaurants (and one of the top breakfast spreads anywhere), a stunning spa with an Italian hammam, and elegant guest rooms overlooking the lake.

📸 courtesy of ghtlakecomo

#hoteloftheweek #luxuryhotels #travelinspiration #lakecomo ...

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Apr 2

Need some travel inspiration? Look no further than your on-screen favorites. Swipe through to see a few of the filming destinations behind this year’s buzziest shows and biggest blockbusters. 🎥

#filminglocations ##travelinspiration #luxurytravel

Need some travel inspiration? Look no further than your on-screen favorites. Swipe through to see a few of the filming destinations behind this year’s buzziest shows and biggest blockbusters. 🎥

#filminglocations ##travelinspiration #luxurytravel ...

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Mar 31

TheWhiteLotus is headed to Saint-Tropez, and so are we for a stay at airellessainttropez. Tucked into the hills overlooking a sunny stretch of coastline, the glamorous Château de la Messardière is rumored to be the filming location for the show’s fourth season…and it’s easy to see why. 😍🌴

📸 courtesy of Château de la Messardière and Lucas Horenburg

#hoteloftheweek #southoffrance #luxuryhotels #whitelotus #travelinspiration

TheWhiteLotus is headed to Saint-Tropez, and so are we for a stay at airellessainttropez. Tucked into the hills overlooking a sunny stretch of coastline, the glamorous Château de la Messardière is rumored to be the filming location for the show’s fourth season…and it’s easy to see why. 😍🌴

📸 courtesy of Château de la Messardière and Lucas Horenburg

#hoteloftheweek #southoffrance #luxuryhotels #whitelotus #travelinspiration ...

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Mar 26

Love to drive? A road trip through central Norway should definitely be on your bucket list. 🇳🇴 One of the best ways to pull it off is through 62nord: The company’s Drive the Fjords signature adventure will put you behind the wheel of an electric Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo on the legendary Atlantic Ocean Road (pictured here) and the winding Trollstigen as you head from Ålesund to the Øye Valley.

#norway #roadtrip #atlanticoceanroad #luxurytravel #travelinspiration

Love to drive? A road trip through central Norway should definitely be on your bucket list. 🇳🇴 One of the best ways to pull it off is through 62nord: The company’s Drive the Fjords signature adventure will put you behind the wheel of an electric Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo on the legendary Atlantic Ocean Road (pictured here) and the winding Trollstigen as you head from Ålesund to the Øye Valley.

#norway #roadtrip #atlanticoceanroad #luxurytravel #travelinspiration ...

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Mar 24

Equal parts quiet and creative, check into thenewmanlondon if you’re looking for a more residential stay. The new hotel, which opened in February, channels Fitzrovia’s chill, artistic spirit but is still just steps away from buzzy Marylebone and Soho. Expect DJ sets and exceptional cocktails at the bar, an entire floor devoted to wellness, and seriously chic rooms and suites.

#hoteloftheweek #luxuryhotels #travelinspiration #londonhotels

Equal parts quiet and creative, check into thenewmanlondon if you’re looking for a more residential stay. The new hotel, which opened in February, channels Fitzrovia’s chill, artistic spirit but is still just steps away from buzzy Marylebone and Soho. Expect DJ sets and exceptional cocktails at the bar, an entire floor devoted to wellness, and seriously chic rooms and suites.

#hoteloftheweek #luxuryhotels #travelinspiration #londonhotels ...

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Mar 19

As if we needed an excuse to book a getaway to France’s wine country. This summer, three new openings in the region are calling us back for more vin. Here’s the scoop. 👇🏼

🍷 chateaulacommaraine, a reimagined 12th-century castle set in the heart of an ancient vineyard, is ushering in a new level of hospitality as Burgundy’s first true five-star resort.

🍷 chateaudeciteauxbourgogne from the fontenillecollection will offer a fresh way to explore the storied vineyards on Burgundy’s famed Côte d’Or when it opens this summer.

🍷 relaisdamboise will bring a needed dose of luxury to the charming village of Amboise in the Loire Valley when it opens in June.

#frenchwine #brugundy #loirevalley #luxuryhotels #luxurytravel #travelinspiration #france

As if we needed an excuse to book a getaway to France’s wine country. This summer, three new openings in the region are calling us back for more vin. Here’s the scoop. 👇🏼

🍷 chateaulacommaraine, a reimagined 12th-century castle set in the heart of an ancient vineyard, is ushering in a new level of hospitality as Burgundy’s first true five-star resort.

🍷 chateaudeciteauxbourgogne from the fontenillecollection will offer a fresh way to explore the storied vineyards on Burgundy’s famed Côte d’Or when it opens this summer.

🍷 relaisdamboise will bring a needed dose of luxury to the charming village of Amboise in the Loire Valley when it opens in June.

#frenchwine #brugundy #loirevalley #luxuryhotels #luxurytravel #travelinspiration #france ...

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Mar 17

Mentally, we’re here today. 🍀🌈

#stpatricksday #ireland #travelinspiration #luxurytravel

Mentally, we’re here today. 🍀🌈

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Mar 12

European summer, incoming. Here are the four European destinations that are on our shortlist this year.

🇪🇸 Mallorca, Spain: The island will be on the path of this August’s solar eclipse, just in case you needed an excuse to finally go.

🇵🇹 Tomar, Portugal: If you’re road tripping from Lisbon to Porto this summer, add a stop in Tomar. This July, the Festa dos Tabuleiros returns, transforming the city into a garden of paper flowers in one of the country’s oldest traditions.

🇫🇷 Saint-Tropez, France: While not exactly off-the-radar, Saint-Tropez is about to get a lot more crowded thanks to White Lotus season four. Go before it drops.

🇳🇴 Norway: For a different kind of island hopping, head north to Norway this summer to explore colorful cities, pristine nature, and glittering fjords.

#europeansummer #europetravel #travelinspiration #spain #cyprus #portugal #southoffrance #norway

European summer, incoming. Here are the four European destinations that are on our shortlist this year.

🇪🇸 Mallorca, Spain: The island will be on the path of this August’s solar eclipse, just in case you needed an excuse to finally go.

🇵🇹 Tomar, Portugal: If you’re road tripping from Lisbon to Porto this summer, add a stop in Tomar. This July, the Festa dos Tabuleiros returns, transforming the city into a garden of paper flowers in one of the country’s oldest traditions.

🇫🇷 Saint-Tropez, France: While not exactly off-the-radar, Saint-Tropez is about to get a lot more crowded thanks to White Lotus season four. Go before it drops.

🇳🇴 Norway: For a different kind of island hopping, head north to Norway this summer to explore colorful cities, pristine nature, and glittering fjords.

#europeansummer #europetravel #travelinspiration #spain #cyprus #portugal #southoffrance #norway ...

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Mar 10

Did someone say private oceanfront concert? That’s exactly what guests at fslanai will be treated to next weekend, when brandicarlile touches down for an intimate concert on March 21st — see you there.

#luxuryhotels #hawaii #travelinspiration #brandicarlile

Did someone say private oceanfront concert? That’s exactly what guests at fslanai will be treated to next weekend, when brandicarlile touches down for an intimate concert on March 21st — see you there.

#luxuryhotels #hawaii #travelinspiration #brandicarlile ...

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Mar 5

Great food and even better wine are at the heart of the experience at the new appellation_healdsburg, co-owned by chefcharliepalmer. But if you check in during Pigs & Pinot, an annual culinary showcase and wine competition hosted March 20-21, expect even more of the good stuff from some of the region’s best female winemakers and chefs like wolfgangpuck, emeril, chefjgv, and more. 🍷🐖

#hoteloftheweek #luxuryhotels #napa #winecountry #culinarytravel

Great food and even better wine are at the heart of the experience at the new appellation_healdsburg, co-owned by chefcharliepalmer. But if you check in during Pigs & Pinot, an annual culinary showcase and wine competition hosted March 20-21, expect even more of the good stuff from some of the region’s best female winemakers and chefs like wolfgangpuck, emeril, chefjgv, and more. 🍷🐖

#hoteloftheweek #luxuryhotels #napa #winecountry #culinarytravel ...

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Mar 3

We never need an excuse to go to Paris, but celebrating a milestone birthday is a pretty good one. 🥐🇫🇷 And if you’re celebrating a teenager’s sweet sixteen? There’s no better place than leroyalmonceau — check out the full story at the link in our bio.

#birthdaytrips #luxurytravel #travelinspiration #celebrationtravel

We never need an excuse to go to Paris, but celebrating a milestone birthday is a pretty good one. 🥐🇫🇷 And if you’re celebrating a teenager’s sweet sixteen? There’s no better place than leroyalmonceau — check out the full story at the link in our bio.

#birthdaytrips #luxurytravel #travelinspiration #celebrationtravel ...

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Feb 26

Love whales? Us too. 🐋 It’s whale watching season in most of the Northern Hemisphere—here’s where to go for your best chance of spotting the gentle giants.👇🏽

Los Cabos, Mexico: It’s possible to spot whales year-round in the Sea of Cortés, but go December-April to spot grey whales, blue whales, humpback, and sperm whales.

Vancouver Island, Canada: Go May-October to spot orcas and grey whales

French Polynesia: Go July-November to spot humpback whales and their calves.

Azores, Portugal: Go April-June for the best chance to see sperm whales, humpbacks, sei whales, and more.

Dominican Republic: Sperm and humpback whales are visible throughout the year, but go January-March for your best chance of spotting them.

Iceland: Head to northern Iceland in May-September to see humpback, blue, minke, and sperm whales.

#whalewatching #travelinspiration #luxurytravel

Love whales? Us too. 🐋 It’s whale watching season in most of the Northern Hemisphere—here’s where to go for your best chance of spotting the gentle giants.👇🏽

Los Cabos, Mexico: It’s possible to spot whales year-round in the Sea of Cortés, but go December-April to spot grey whales, blue whales, humpback, and sperm whales.

Vancouver Island, Canada: Go May-October to spot orcas and grey whales

French Polynesia: Go July-November to spot humpback whales and their calves.

Azores, Portugal: Go April-June for the best chance to see sperm whales, humpbacks, sei whales, and more.

Dominican Republic: Sperm and humpback whales are visible throughout the year, but go January-March for your best chance of spotting them.

Iceland: Head to northern Iceland in May-September to see humpback, blue, minke, and sperm whales.

#whalewatching #travelinspiration #luxurytravel ...

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Feb 24

It’s not too late to book that spring getaway. Here’s where we’d head if we were you. ✈️

Naioshima, Japan: Catch cherry blossoms, take in the Murakamis, and check out the newly opened Naoshima New Museum of Art before the crowds descend on Japan’s art islands.

Panama: Skip the crowds of classic spring break beach destinations and head to Panama for toes-in-the-sand luxury.

Uluru, Australia: With the Australian summer cooling down, March through May is an ideal time to head into the outback to Uluru. Need even more incentive? The season will see new walking trips between Kata Tjuta and Uluru debut, as well as luxe new suites onboard the Ghan.

Lanai, Hawaii: Hawaii isn’t exactly under-the-radar, but the quieter island of Lanai is. Check into the fslanai in mid-March to catch an intimate, ocean-front Brandi Carlile concert just for resort guests.

Trečín, Slovakia: One of the two 2026 European capitals of culture, Trečin is off the beaten path for now, but won’t be for long. May is the end of the shoulder season, making it an ideal time to hit the charming city.

#springtravel #travelinspiration #japan #panama #australia #hawaii #solvakia

It’s not too late to book that spring getaway. Here’s where we’d head if we were you. ✈️

Naioshima, Japan: Catch cherry blossoms, take in the Murakamis, and check out the newly opened Naoshima New Museum of Art before the crowds descend on Japan’s art islands.

Panama: Skip the crowds of classic spring break beach destinations and head to Panama for toes-in-the-sand luxury.

Uluru, Australia: With the Australian summer cooling down, March through May is an ideal time to head into the outback to Uluru. Need even more incentive? The season will see new walking trips between Kata Tjuta and Uluru debut, as well as luxe new suites onboard the Ghan.

Lanai, Hawaii: Hawaii isn’t exactly under-the-radar, but the quieter island of Lanai is. Check into the fslanai in mid-March to catch an intimate, ocean-front Brandi Carlile concert just for resort guests.

Trečín, Slovakia: One of the two 2026 European capitals of culture, Trečin is off the beaten path for now, but won’t be for long. May is the end of the shoulder season, making it an ideal time to hit the charming city.

#springtravel #travelinspiration #japan #panama #australia #hawaii #solvakia ...

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Feb 19

Bhutan is one of the best places to go if you’re in search of a meaningful way to get quiet. sixsensesbhutan's collection of lodges makes it easy to immerse yourself in the soaring mountains, lush valleys, and tranquil spirit of the country — not do not disturb sign needed.

#hoteloftheweek #quietcations #bhutan #luxurytravel #luxuryhotels

Bhutan is one of the best places to go if you’re in search of a meaningful way to get quiet. sixsensesbhutan`s collection of lodges makes it easy to immerse yourself in the soaring mountains, lush valleys, and tranquil spirit of the country — not do not disturb sign needed.

#hoteloftheweek #quietcations #bhutan #luxurytravel #luxuryhotels ...

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