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JANUARY 2013

GRAND AWARDS
The Best of a Memorable Year of Travel

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Grand Awards 2013

Each year, we have the pleasure of recalling our travel experiences over the

past 12 months and singling out a number of particularly memorable hotels and resorts. To be considered for our annual awards, properties must be relatively small in size, possess strong individual personalities, offer relaxing atmospheres and demonstrate a consistent devotion to personal service.

Awasi, San Pedro de Atacama, Chile Hidden Pond The Canyon Suites at The Phoenician Bardessono
Europe and Mediterranean
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North America
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Ballyfin Ett Hem Palazzo Seneca Amanruya

Caribbean and Central America

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Africa

The Meridian Club Jicaro Island Ecolodge Tierra Patagonia Lapostolle Residence Algodon Mansion Playa Vik

South America
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Abu Camp 36 Zarafa Camp 38 Jacks Camp 40 Mateya Safari Lodge

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Asia

Taj Falaknuma Palace 44 The Siam 46 Six Senses Con Dao

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COVER An inviting small pool flanked by daybeds and an open dining area decorated with local handicrafts

at our Hideaway of the Year, Awasi, San Pedro de Atacama, Chile

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More Recollections of 2012

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Special Recognition Restaurants of the Year Gastronomic Highlights Favorite Wines

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Disappointments Indelible Memories 2013: A Look Ahead

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PH OTOS

clockwise from top left A villa overlooking the South China Sea, Six Senses Con Dao, Vietnam;

guanacos beneath the spires of Torres del Paine National Park, Chile; leopard mother and cub we encountered in Botswanas Selinda Reserve; water cascade tumbling down a landscaped hillside, Ballyfin, Ireland