21 Top Hotel Resorts

1. Hayman – Great Barrier Reef, Australia
Hayman, Australasia’s most awarded luxury nature resort, is a private island of astonishing natural beauty, restorative peace, adventure and indulgence, Hayman offers a front-row seat to the Great Barrier Reef and a world of leisure and adventure
2. Bora Bora Lagoon Resort and Spa
Located on a private island just one mile from the main island of Bora Bora and a scenic boat ride from Bora Bora airport. Bora Bora Lagoon Resort is a secluded enclave on an unspoiled island with no roads or villages with direct access to spectacular reefs lush gardens and pristine beaches. 3. Las Ventanas al Paraiso – Los Cabos, Mexico
Las Ventanas has been considered one of the finest resorts in Mexico, if not the Americas, for years. Among the many attractions of the resort are its large rooms, all with Jacuzzi and a view, and an attentive and discreet staff that is always happy to help.
4. Phulay Bay, a Ritz Carlton Reserve – Thailand
Sophisticated in its design and enjoying a magnificent location, Phulay Bay’s expansive villas and suites feature private plunge pools, sheltered outdoor baths and showers and unspoiled views of the ocean. Contemporary architecture and accents of Thai culture work together to create an environment where relaxation and enjoyment are the very bedrock of the guest experience.
5. Copacabana Palace – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Superbly positioned overlooking the sea, this glamorous Orient-Express landmark in Rio has been welcoming the rich and famous (Fred Astaire, the Rolling Stones,…) since its Art Deco doors swung open in 1923.
6. Warwick – Le Lagon, Resort & Spa, Vanuatu
Warwick Le Lagon Resort & Spa Vanuatu is situated on 75 acres of exotic tropical gardens on the edge of the pristine Erakor Lagoon. Located on Vanuatu's main island, Efate, you are sure to experience the true South Pacific charm of the Vanuatu islands.
7. Marbella Club Hotel, Golf Resort and Spa – Marbella, Spain
The hotel is located in a natural paradise on the shores of the Mediterranean. Guests are invited to enjoy the most exclusive luxuries in a relaxed and intimate setting, surrounded by exuberant gardens steeped in history and pampered by the best climate in Europe.
8. Half Moon, A Rock Resort - Montego Bay , Jamaica
Set on Jamaica’s north coast, the colonial-style Half Moon, A Rock Resort has been welcoming distinguished guests for over fifty years. All were attracted, no doubt, by its palm-fringed crescent beaches, tranquil setting and timeless elegance.
9. Shangri-La's Villingili Resort and Spa - Villingili Island , Maldives
The latest resort in the Shangri-La portfolio promises a unique island-style experience with unusual accommodation concepts – all with the brand’s renowned exceptional levels of finish and excellent customer care.
10. Dreams La Romana Resort & Spa - Dominican Republic
Time spent at Dreams La Romana Resort & Spa on the sun drenched southeast coast of the Dominican Republic is an unforgettable adventure for singles, couples and families.
11. The Residence Zanzibar – Zanzibar, Tanzania
The Residence Zanzibar incorporates various influences of the island’s history to create a unique ambiance where guests are indulged in an elegant and sophisticated yet casual atmosphere.
12. Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh - Sharm el Sheikh , Egypt
Egypt's Sinai Peninsula is an area of sand dunes, craggy peaks, miles of gorgeous beaches and offshore coral reefs. At its heart, beautifully situated between a huge coastal nature reserve and the spectacular Ras Mohammed National Marine Park, is the Four Seasons Sharm El Sheikh.
13. Rayavadee – Krabi, Thailand
Situated at the heart of the stunning Phranang Peninsular on the edge of Krabi Marine National Park, Rayavadee nestles discreetly amidst tropical gardens and coconut groves against a backdrop of sheer cliffs, lush jungle foliage and the clear waters of the Andaman Sea.
14. Kempinski Hotel Adriatic Istria – Croatia
Croatia’s first 5-star seaside resort is located in Savudrija, right on the Istrian coast. It has a private beach, a 3,000 m² spa centre, an indoor and 2 outdoor pools.
15. Il Pellicano - Porto Ercole, Tuscany, Italy
On the Argentario peninsula, Il Pellicano is home to one of the most luxurious and elegant hotels in Italy with endless sea views. Il Pellicano is an exclusive Luxury Resort Hotel and a member of Relais & Chateaux with 51 Rooms & Suites.
16. The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort – Puerto Rico
Open October 1, 2010...In the romantic setting of a Caribbean coconut plantation nestled between a lush rainforest and the sparkling sea, embrace elegant tropical luxury.
17. The Leela Kovalam Beach - Trivandrum, Kerala, India
A short drive from Trivandrum (Thiruvananhapuram) Airport unfolds The Leela Kempinski Kovalam Beach, Kerala. With 182 rooms and suites dotted over many verdant acres, Kerala's largest beachside resort is cradled between two sweeping beaches.
18. The Marmara - Bodrum, Turkey
The Marmara Bodrum is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World. The views from its hilltop location across Bodrum and the bay are breathtaking. Inside, an eclectic collection of works of art, a great spa, and a gourmet restaurant make this one of Bodrum's best hotels
19. Ratua Private Island - Vanuatu
Located in the Vanuatu Archipelago, Ratua Private Island is just a 30-minute motorboat journey from Espiritu Santo Airport. Offering year-round perfect weather due to the protection of surrounding islands, Ratua Private Island sits in the Vanuatu Archipelago.
20. Hotel Tugu Bali - Seminyak Beach, Bali, Indonesia
Nestled between the pristine, wave-sung sunset beach of Canggu, the whispering rice fields, the quaint fishermen village, and the adjacent Batu Bolong Temple, one of Bali's most sacred, Hotel Tugu Bali is said to be an experience too surreally beautiful to be true.
21. Msambweni Beach House - Mombasa, Kenya
Msambweni House is in a quiet, unique setting on the beach surrounded by 28 acres of natural land. The house offers 700 feet of private beach along a tropical 4 mile white, sandy coastline with palm trees where guests can really feel at one with nature.

21 Things to Barbecue

1. Grilled Shrimp with garlic & herbs
2. Beer marinated BBQ chicken tacos
3. Garlic bread with ripe tomatoes and Manchego cheese
4. Honey and mustard prawn skewers
5. Barbecue chicken drumsticks
6. Ginger and port lamb rib chops
7. Grilled rump steak paillard with Radicchio
8. Thai fish cakes with dipping sauce
9. Camembert in a box
10. Hoisin-glazed barbecued duck
11. Lamb koftas
12. Barbecue baked sweet potatoes with Greek yogurt
13. Sardines with Sicilian fennel salad
14. Tuna steaks
15. Baked bananas
16. Chicken thighs stuffed with olives, dried tomatoes and cheese
17. Honey BBQ ribs
18. Barbecue bean pot
19. Barbecue an egg in a mushroom
20. Barbecue beer can chicken using Guinness
21. Taste of Provence veggie Sandwich