For most people, spring is not just the time to wake up and patch up things all over the house. It's the time to go out and explore while the world is colorful with blooming dew-filled flowers.
Some go for nature trips, some prefer to relax under the sun, and some prefer what people know now as a "staycation." This is when people prefer to stay in hotels rather than frolic under the sun.
Not just in any hotel, a staycation is preferably spent somewhere with a strong sense of place and character. Here are some staycation-worthy places:
HOSHINOYA TOKYO in Tokyo, Japan - Belonging to the Hoshino group of resorts, Hoshinoya Tokyo features a sublime ryokan-style hotel. The hotel is popular for the sense of place a visitor gets as soon as one step is taken into the hotel. Design features include genuine tatami mats, native Japanese wood, and natural stone. The lavish hotel has a serene tea lounge on each floor.
POETRY INN in Napa Valley, California - A quiet vacation in a private gated five-room estate is a dream come true for guests at the exclusive inn. It is located in the Stags Leap District of Napa Valley. Guests are surely treated with class and world-class hospitality. Aside from marveling at the wondrous views, guests are also welcome at the Cliff Lede Vineyards.
BISATE LODGE in Ruhengeri, Rwanda - Cocoon-like structures make up this African safari accommodation. the six vernacular lodges are all located in Rwanda's Volcanoes National Park, right by the edge where a breath-taking view of Mount Karisimbi and Mount Bisoke. Guests are invited to join the guided gorilla treks. The lodges truly reflect the lifestyle and culture of Rwanda.
PHUM BAITANG in Siem Reap, Cambodia - Tucked in the lush trees and populated communities is a sophisticated hotel. The secluded complex showcases the traditional Cambodian village in architectural character and cultural feels. It has 45 stilted villas, some with plunge pools, some surrounded with rice paddies, and some overlooking a 174-foot infinity pool.
DOMAINE DE MURTOLI in Sartène, Corsica - Paul Canarelli runs a resort with a farm and peaceful white sand beaches. The farm is fully accessible to guests where they can even pick out vegetables and cook to their heart's content. If not, the private chef can also take care of it.
TIERRA CHILOÉ in Chiloé Island, Chile - The dramatic profile of the 12-room hotel stands strong on the hillside with a second floor resembling a prism. The sculptural building has a majestic view of the green pastures and the Pacific Ocean.
