The Travel Bucket List - Top 10 Hotels

Hi there. I'm Deej, and I'm a hotel junkie.

It's not like this is any big secret. Hotels are, for lack of a better description, my thing. Some would argue that my relationship with hotels is similar to that of a heroin addict, and I guess they are right to some degree. I spend nearly all of my extra money in them, they bring a great deal of satisfaction for a short period of time, and after a week or two without them I start to twitch uncontrollably.

When I started this series on my travel bucket list, I knew that hotels would not only need a post of their own, but would also be the most difficult to write. With a tally of properties that exceeds the number of possible rows in an Excel sheet, narrowing this bucket list down to ten hotels seemed nearly impossible.

I'm going to give it a try anyway....

10. The Four Seasons - Bora Bora

Three words....Over Water Bungalow. There isn't much else to say that isn't already said here...
Four Seasons Bora Bora
The Four Seasons Bora Bora
Credit: Four Seasons

9. The Hay-Adams - Washington, D.C.

The Hay-Adams has played host to countless president's and heads of state, but the view is the real reason to visit. Check in to the Hay Adams, and it's possible the Secret Service will want to know why.
The view from the Hay-Adams.

8. The Plaza - New York

The most iconic hotel in a city filled with iconic hotels. There's just one catch though...I've already stayed here. However, the memories of my stay at The Plaza are sketchy at best, and it's time they be refreshed. Besides, whoever decided that a bucket list can only be stuff you've never done?
The Plaza
Credit...ME!

7. The Hotel Ritz - Paris

For over a century, the Hotel Ritz has been a landmark of not only Paris, but the entire hotel industry. Arguably the most historic hotel in the world, the Ritz not laid the foundation for a legendary brand of hotels, but also contributed to the modern English vocabulary. How many times have you used the word ritzy?
Hotel Ritz Paris
The Hotel Ritz Paris

6. Disneyland Hotel - Tokyo

What kind of bucket list would this be if I didn't have at least one Disney item on it? The Tokyo Disneyland Hotel is regarded by some to be the finest at any of the Disney Parks. I've often ranted about Disney's misguided view of "Deluxe," and this is a clear exception. Then again, they don't actually own this hotel...
Tokyo Disneyland Hotel
Tokyo Disneyland Hotel

5. The Ritz Carlton - Hong Kong

Found on the 102-118th stories of a Hong Kong skyscraper, the Ritz Carlton holds the distinction of being the highest hotel in the world. At least you don't have to worry about getting stuck with a view of the back alley.
The Ritz Carlton Hong Kong
Credit: World Property Channel

4. The Four Seasons - Nevis

A few years ago, I read the biography of Four Seasons founder Isadore Sharp. He went into great detail about the work that went into creating a culture of service on an island where there were no other 5 star properties. By all accounts, the staff pull it off brilliantly, and I've been fascinated by the resort ever since.
Four Seasons Nevis
The Four Seasons Nevis
Credit: Four Seasons

3. The Old Course Hotel - St. Andrews

Any hotel that requires golfers to hit over their building is OK in my book. Not to mention if I'm staying there, it probably means I'm scratching a round at St. Andrews off the bucket list as well.
Old Course Hotel
The Old Course Hotel
Credit: TripAdvisor

2. Marina Bay Sands - Singapore

Seriously....look at this place. How can it not be on my list? 
Marina Bay Sands Singapore
The Marina Bay Sands

1. Burj al Arab - Dubai

A hotel so awesome, they created their own 7 star rating and no one bothered to cry foul. In a short period of time, the Burj al Arab has become not only one of the most recognizable buildings on the planet, but it's legendary service is world renowned. My dream goes a little beyond a simple hotel stay...I want to hit a golf ball off their helipad.
The Burj al Arab - Credit: e-architect.com

So there you have it...the top 10 hotels I want to visit in the world. Their combined nightly rate of $6531 is actually lower than I expected, but still merits that I befriend someone with money to burn. If you happen to be one of the Mega-Millions winners, feel free to leave a comment with your contact info below.

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