Have you ever imagined that you were a Princess living in a large and looming castle? Now you can have that amazing medieval experience without having to draw your bath water from the well! Castle hotels today combine fascinating and other-worldly adventure with much of what modern luxury has to offer. Dine in front of warm open fireplaces amidst torch lights, sleep in richly decorated bedrooms, and relax in luxurious spas.

The Dalhousie Castle was built in the 13th Century and significant additions were made up until the 15th Century. Originally, the only access to the Castle was over a drawbridge which stretched over a moat and this access is still the only way to reach the Castle hotel. The Castle is about 8 miles from Edinburgh, Scotland, in the parish of Cockpen. It is situated within acres of picturesque parkland and river banks. As a guest you can enjoy access to the vast grounds surrounding the castle. And for those guests who plan on taking advantage of the lovely grounds, a light rain jacket is highly recommended, as Scotland is known for its lovely rains.

There are quite a few different types of accommodations in the castle available for guests, including the Castle Rooms, Themed Four-Poster Rooms, Suites, Lodges, and Executive rooms. All of the rooms are designed to mimic the old-worldly feel of the castle itself.

If staying in the castle makes you feel like a Prince or Princess, the Aqueous Spa will reinforce that idea. At the Dalhousie Castle Hotel's Aqueous Spa, guests can receive a wide variety of spa treatments. Consider going for the Skin Resonance treatment or a nutritional wrap, either one will leave you feeling relaxed.

The Castle also has a variety of fine dining options, from private dining to large banquets. At the Castle's Dungeon restaurant you will enjoy old Scottish Castle favorites such as Venison and Grouse. Not in the mood for that? The Orangery is another dining option at the Castle and serves both Scottish and Continental food. Either way, you're taken care of.

Bermuda is one of the most iconographic luxury and relaxation vacation destinations in popular culture. And for this reason it obviously must be featured on this blog. A blog on the most decadent hotels in the world can never be complete without at least one entry featuring a hotel in the world-famous Bermuda.

The pink sand beaches of Bermuda are one of the most famous attributes of the island country. Visitors flock to Bermuda's lovely beaches each year seeking relaxation and calm. If you plan on spending many hours at the beach, like many visitors to Bermuda's bewitching sands, its a good idea to bring along a beach bag filled with essentials like sunscreen, a hat, water and a beach towel.

Cambridge Beaches Resort lies on a 24 acre peninsula on the Western end of Bermuda looking over the Atlantic Ocean and the Mangrove Bay. Within a short walk is the charming small town of Somerset where you will find a ferry stop and beautiful winding roads to explore. The property itself of Cambridge Beaches Resort is very private, secluded and idyllic. Guests have access to the Resort's private beaches which often host private romantic dinners, snorkeling expeditions, and many other adventures.

At the Cambridge Beaches Resort in Bermuda you will get to choose between accommodations in your own private and unique cottage, a Hotel suite, or a quaint private room. All cottages accommodate four guests, with two bedrooms with private bathrooms and patios. Other cottages come with romantic fireplaces, dining rooms, and gardens.

If activity is what you long for in Bermuda, Cambridge Beaches Resort is the place for you! The Resort will organize all kinds of outdoor adventures, sight-seeing, and nature exploration trips. Whether you enjoy golf, tennis, scuba diving, snorkeling, fishing, or sailing, the Resort will accommodate your desires.

But for those of you that seek relaxation, calm, and pampering, Cambridge Beaches Resort has got that too. The Ocean Spa at the Resort offers all kinds of treatments, from facials to foot massages and more.

The Côte d'Azur, or French Riviera, is one of the most charming and relaxing vacation spots in the world. Its popularity intensified during the 18th and 19th centuries as British aristocrats began to visit the Côte d'Azur as refuge from the cold English winters. Today tourists from all of the world flock to the French Riviera for beautiful scenery, delightful swimming coasts, and relaxation.

The Château Eza is likely the most favored hotel destination in the entire French Riviera. Situated about 400 meters from the sea below, the Château Eza is perched on the cliff-side of Eza. Accommodations at the Château Eza are beyond luxurious and guests are sure to be satisfied in any of the Château's rooms; however, the Château's Suite is by far the most desirable of all with its private patio overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and incredibly relaxing Jacuzzi on the outdoor patio. This grand Suite, once the home of Prince William of Sweden, is definitely the gem of the Château Eza.

Château Eza offers all of its guests access to its private beach located near Monaco. At this beach guests can lounge on comfortable beach mattresses or lounge chairs, dine on gourmet fare late in the evening, and enjoy the decadent Mediterranean waters. Near to the hotel between Nice and San Remo, guests can enjoy access to a golf course with astonishing views of the Alps and the Sea. If golf is a pastime you enjoy, consider picking up a pair of comfortable golf shoes.

For those guests who would rather spend their time exploring the Mediterranean Sea rather than the cliff-tops above, the Château Eza will organize boating adventures of all sorts—from exciting kayak explorations to large luxury yacht and crew rentals.

The restaurant at Château Eza is Michelin-starred and serves gourmet French and Mediterranean fare.

After wandering the bustling streets of Rome, Milan, and Naples, the small-cliff perched Italian town of Amalfi beckons. Amalfi is arguably the most beautiful of all the Amalfi Coast cities, located on the West Coast of Italy. Amalfi is known for its high jagged cliffs that overlook the blue seas below. Amalfi is also known for its vast citrus groves with overlarge lemons and oranges which are squeezed to make the world-famous digestive alcohol called Limoncello.

The Hotel Santa Catarina is a five star luxury hotel situated on a sea cliff in Amalfi. Specializing in weddings and honeymoons, the Santa Catarina is by far one of the most desirable spots in all of the Amalfi Coast, if not the whole of Southern Italy. Hotel Santa Catarina boasts multiple Honeymoon suites, one of which is immersed in a lemon grove and also contains a large terrace and Jacuzzi pool that overlooks the sea. The Chalet Giulietta & Romeo suite is another favorite for honeymooning couples due to its large terrace and private garden.

While intensely romantic, Hotel Santa Catarina is not a place exclusively meant for honeymooners. The hotel is perfect for families, couples, or friends who absolutely love the outdoors and the feel of the sea. The Hotel has a private beach on the Amalfi Coast. The sea and pool area are decked out with comfortable lounge chairs, beach umbrellas, and fluffy towels for guests. There is nothing quite like swimming in the sea of the Amalfi Coast and it is an experience not to be missed. Make sure your swimming suit is up to the latest fashion before heading out to the coast for a swim.

With two delicious restaurants, one specializing in authentic Mediterranean cuisine and the other in fish and pizza, you are ensured to have a delightful culinary experience at the Hotel Santa Catarina. The hotel also boasts a large and well-stocked wine cellar containing both Italian and International wines.

The Hotel Adler Thermae Spa Resort is located right in the Tuscan countryside. If you are looking for a spa vacation in the beautiful Tuscany landscape, this is the perfect spot for you. Here you can get skin treatments of all sorts, massages, lessons for practicing yoga, gourmet food, and much much more.

The Adler Aquae is the hotel's luxurious spa, that features both indoor and outdoor pools. The Aquae has everything you could dream of: from saunas to mud baths, herbal steam rooms to salty steam baths, underground mud baths to jacuzzis, a water stream and fresh water pools. They have it all! The Adler Spa also has a full array of treatments, including body styling, bath and body wraps, treatments for couples and pregnant women. The also offer Tuscan spa, facial treatments, massages and physiotherapy. Anything you could dream of you will have at your fingertips. While enjoying these fabulous facilities, try a warm and cozy bathrobe in between soaks in the natural pools for both comfort and style.

Adler Hotel also has a grand fitness center for those that desire exercise and relaxation. There is fitness training, golf, yoga lessons, sports fields, mountain biking, and hiking in the hills of Tuscany. They also offer workouts with professionals, guaranteeing you get the greatest service. You can not imagine a more idyllic place for outdoor exercise and retreat.

The rooms at Adler Hotel are plentiful and all are spectacular, with modern amenities and luxurious tubs for soaking. Many have private terraces and balconies for guests to enjoy during cool nights and warm days. Tuscan food is also served at the Adler for guests, so you will never go hungry even if you don't want to leave the compounds of the beautiful hotel resort.

During a trip to Italy, one cannot afford to miss the breathtaking Amalfi Coast. The Amalfi Coast is situated in Southern Italy and consists of several small towns, including Sorrento, Positano, Ravello, and Amalfi. All of the beautiful beachfront towns are easily accessible from Naples by train.

Out of the several Amalfi towns, Sorrento is a favorite among Italians looking to spend the sweltering hot summer months on the Southern beaches. While tourists have many sprawling resorts to choose from when visiting Sorrento, Bellevue Syrene cannot be missed. Bellevue Syrene is an old-fashioned Victorian style hotel perfectly placed in the center of Sorrento. Many of the hotel's rooms offer unrivaled views of the Bay of Naples, which the hotel looks out upon. Having breakfast on your own private deck or the hotel terrace is an experience not to be missed. There you will be entertained for hours gazing upon the Bay and the many ships that cruise the blue waters.

While Sorrento is a perfect spot to be idle and relax, soaking up the sun's rays and wading in the warm Bay of Naples, this small waterfront town is also ideal for tourists looking to explore Southern Italy beyond its gorgeous beaches. Sorrento is a brief trip from Pompeii, the ancient petrified town of 79 AD. There you will gain a unique glimpse of the Roman Empire before it was covered in lava by Mount Vesuvius. When walking through the ancient ruins and petrified townsmen, be sure to bring along a large water bottle, a snack, and some sunscreen because there won't be an opportunity to purchase these items in the historical site itself. Try this Columbia bag to fit all the items you may want to carry around with you.

Sorrento is also a great launching point for visits to Capri, a alluring island in the Tyrrhenian Sea of Italy. Along with beautiful beaches and water adventures, Capri also has an abundance of limestone caves. As if that isn't enough to explore, Capri also boasts some gorgeous churches, such as San Michele and Certosa di San Giacomo. This island is not to be missed!

Sadly, Portugal is often overlooked by travelers in Europe. It is a country with a lot to offer its visitors, and I highly recommend it if you have time in your schedule. Portugal has some of the most amazing castles in the world, so castle-lovers should not miss the opportunity to take a tour. Destinations are all accessible from Lisbon, the center of Portugal.

Lapa Palace is one of the most exquisite hotels in all of Lisbon, Portugal. Now a hotel, the Palace was originally built in 1870 as the private home of the Count of Valencas. It is located in one of the most prestigious areas of Lisbon, right on a hill overlooking the romantic Tagus river. If you stay in the capital, try to stay at the Palace Wing's Tower Room—probably the most excellent in the entire palace. This room is the uppermost tower of the palace and has a private terrace that overlooks the Tagus river. There are a variety of other luxurious rooms positioned throughout the palace grounds, all of which are decorated beautifully and contain modern amenities.

For those of you looking to use the time in Portugal to relax and indulge, Lapa Palace is the perfect destination. La Prairie is the Spa at Lapa Palace and offers quite a range of treatments for guests. The most decadent of all these treatments is probably the caviar firming treatment—this skin treatment is designed to leave your face perfectly smooth and healthy. La Prairie also offers a host of other skin and body treatments, including an assortment of massages.

While La Prairie Spa is a definite must for guests looking for relaxation, not everyone will want to spend their days in Lisbon inside the palace walls. For those looking to explore the vast city and areas around Portugal, the Palace is ideally located. The friendly concierge will help all travelers organize their excursions, and even offer certain travel packages. Lisbon also contains some of the best culinary delights, so talk with the concierge for restaurant recommendations. For those nights on the town, make sure to pack some stylishly hip shoes to adorn your feet.

A trip to Europe without stopping in Spain is not a complete trip. The bustling streets of Barcelona and Madrid are packed with good food, culture, history, art and nightlife. But for this blog, I will be taking you to southern Spain to the beautiful beaches of Andalucia.

Andalucia is known for its wonderful coastal views and beaches, so don't be surprised to find the area packed with visitors. Avoiding summer travel can be useful, although not always practical. Another great way of getting away from the crowds is to stay at a hotel with a private beach and private beach access, this way the beach will only be used by hotel guests.

Las Dunas Hotel is perfect for travelers that want to spend time on private beaches, to relax, read, sun bathe and swim. Las Dunas Hotel is the perfect escape from the crowds of Southern Spain, as well as perfect place to relax. The Serenity Spa at the hotel offers a huge host of spa treatments and massages, a perfect opportunity to indulge yourself.

Accommodations at Las Dunas Hotel are superb, and they range from moderate to extremely expensive. The gem of the hotel, the Royal Suite, is fit for a King and Queen. The Royal Suite boasts its own private furnished terrace with views of the Mediterranean Sea. The bathroom is extremely magnificent, with Jacuzzi and walk in rain shower. Other suites and accommodations are also superb.

Las Dunas Hotel as several restaurants, each serving their own specialty fare. From Italian to local Andalucia cuisine, from Asian to Mediterranean, all your tastes will be covered! The hotel also has a wonderful Concierge service to assist guests in arranging particular sight seeing travel or other activities. The hotel is known for providing wonderful golf lessons at beautiful locations across the coast of Spain. All ranges of golf players will be accommodated, from those just beginning to experienced golfers. So remember to pack a visor to protect your face while playing golf from the hot sun and enjoy everything Las Dunas has to offer.

It's time for another extravagant, luxuriously decadent hotel recommendation in India. As Delhi is a destination on most tourists travel itinerary, it is more than appropriate that this week's entry feature one of the best hotels in Delhi.

Delhi is a sweltering and crowded city in Northern India with 11 million inhabitants. Tourists often must skirt the streets for the calm and cool hotels, which often serve as havens away from the grime of the city. Delhi is hot, and the sun is bright, so protect your eyes on your travels. Don't forget to pick up a good pair of sunglasses before you depart like men's Ray-Bans or women's Ray-Bans.

If you're planning on staying in Delhi for a night or two, the Park Hotel is a perfect place to rest your weary body and relax in luxury. The Park, located in New Delhi, is designed with modernity in mind. The lines of the furniture are simple and the colors are all rich, with deep greens, browns and fiery oranges. All of the rooms at the Park Hotel are equipped with state-of-the-art entertainment centers to aid in your relaxation. Get ready to soak in perfect calm in your personal, Japanese-inspired soaking tub! And service is just a click away in your room - so if you have any needs or wants, don't hesitate to buzz.

The Park Hotel boasts a luxurious spa called "Aura," where pampering of the body is the central theme. Aura offers a variety of different massages to suit all body aches and pains, with the deep oil massage at the forefront. The Park guests can also get their hair cut, colored and styled, all on site.

The Park Hotel's four restaurants are ready at all times of the day to serve you and your specific tastes. Whether you're in the mood for traditional India fare or if you're a bit homesick and would rather go for a hamburger, you'll be taken care of. Fire offers contemporary pan-Indian food. Agni is an eclectic restaurant with many cuisines. Mist has delicious thin crust pizzas and pastas, and Aqua is a pool-side restaurant offering Mediterranean and BBQ meals. With all of these choices, you will never go hungry at the Park Hotel. So relax, the Park Hotel will meet all of your needs and desires while you tour one of the most rambunctious, exciting and sweltering cities in the world.