Vacations are meant for relaxing, but sitting around all day can get boring pretty quickly. Whether it's a morning yoga practice on the beach, a spectacular hike, or biking through wine country, choosing a fitness-minded hotel or resort definitely has its perks. Planning your own vacation? Consider one of these fit destinations in your decision — all of which have been tried, tested, and Read more

If you're looking for a little vacation inspiration for the upcoming season, it's time to check out the view! Each of these design hotels boasts a beautiful rooftop area with exquisite views of cities all over the globe. From Marrakesh to Nairobi and all the way back to LA, click through to get a closer look at what's happening on each of these lovely design-inspired roofs. For more gorgeous Read more

Mama Shelter Marseilles follows Mama Shelter Paris as the second hotel in the Mama Shelter brand designed by Philippe Starck. Starck, the Trigano family (who were cofounders of Club Med), and French philosopher Cyril Aouizerate worked together to launch the Mama Shelter brand, and the hotel's decor reflects the diversity of this collaboration. This is not a hotel for minimalists or the morose. Read more

After only a month since opening, the Tantalo Hotel in Panama is already generating major buzz. Located in the historic district of Casco Viejo, Panama City, the hotel features a boutique modern design that celebrates the historic colonial region while also looking forward with edgy original art, international cuisine, and a rocking rooftop bar. One recent hotel guest raved that the Tantalo is a Read more

Designed by Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel and Partners, the decidedly design-forward Hotel Eden opened just two short months ago in Bormio, Italy. The hotel's design and functionality include many eco features, such as the use of bio-harvested larch in all of the rooms. With 27 luxurious suites that pay attention to comfort as well as a modern, designer look, this is a perfect destination for Read more

Don't sacrifice luxury for eco features when you're visiting Vienna — just book a stay at the newly opened Hotel Topazz. Located in the historic first district, Hotel Topazz features a unique facade and chic decor while also keeping its resource and energy use to a minimum through tactics including energy-efficient systems and appliances and green building materials. The hotel's facade is Read more

After 150 years in business, Hotel Bachmair Weissach, located in the Tegernsee valley of southern Bavaria, has become a new member of Design Hotels, the online resource for design and boutique hotels worldwide. This year, the hotel has also completed a major renovation, adding modern punch to the traditional Bavarian inn. New owner Korbinian Kohler, who purchased the property in 2010, had a Read more

World Architecture News just announced the Interior Design Awards 2011 winners in the categories of culture and civic, healthcare, education, restaurant, hotel, office, and home. Today, I'm sharing the projects that won in those last four categories, which exemplify the best in innovative interior design in each category. Keep clicking to see the cool features of each project, as we go design Read more