Karla Coreil

Annecy is like a fairy tale come to life. Between the medieval Vieille Ville, literally “Old Town,” and the gorgeous lake surrounded by the stunning Alps, plus delicious Haute-Savoie dining, a relaxing vacation is all but assured in Annecy.

Venice is a magical destination any time of year! For travelers who love Mardi Gras in New Orleans, experiencing Carnival in Venice is a dream. Attending an authentic Venetian costume ball? Bucket list for sure!

Known as "the Capital of the Highlands," Inverness is a charming city and the perfect base for exploring the Scottish Highlands. From Inverness, you can visit ancient castles, experience Scottish whisky culture, discover Outlander filming sites, ride the "Harry Potter" Jacobite steam train, meet Highland cows and Nessie and enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and boating. With direct trains from both Glasgow and Edinburgh, it's easy to spend a few days in Inverness. Better yet, fly into the Inverness airport and spend your entire vacation living your Highland dreams!

With music as the focus of this Manchester trip, the Kimpton Clocktower was the perfect place to stay! The location in the heart of Manchester meant that activities, like museums, restaurants and of course, music venues, were easily accessed by walking or public transportation. And having an on-staff music concierge was a bonus! I would definitely stay here again and recommend this Michelin Guide hotel to my clients traveling for leisure or for business.

Budapest is a magical city known for gorgeous architecture and amazing food -- and its thermal baths! Just like each visitor, each bath in the region has it own personality. Knowing what to expect will help narrow the decision of which to visit during your time in Budapest.