My Favorite Hotels that Make Me Feel at Home

For destinations I repeatedly visit, here are my favorite accommodations that make me feel at home.

The Peninsula Hong Kong, Shangri-La's Far Eastern, Taipei 台北遠東香格里拉, Regent Taipei, The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes, Marriott's Oceana Palms

• The Peninsula Hong Kong, Hong Kong

  
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  The legendary hotel is an oldie but a goodie. It's the ultimate in luxury and worth a splurge at least once. Don't miss the afternoon tea.

• Shangri-La's Far Eastern, Taipei 台北遠東香格里拉, Taiwan

  
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  I love, love, LOVE the gym here. The locker room includes a whirlpool bath, sauna, and steam rooms, which are super relaxing. The hotel's rooftop pool, perched on the 43rd floor, affords panoramic views of Taipei.

• Regent Taipei, Taiwan

  
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  The expansive buffet here is one of the best ever. The service is impeccable.

• The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes in Orlando, United States

  
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  This expansive property offers a trifecta of terrific accommodations: the luxe The Ritz-Carlton, the JW Marriott, and the Lakeshore Reserve (a timeshare by Marriott). My favorite is The Ritz-Carlton, which boasts a brand new pool, Knife & Spoon restaurant, and one of the best curated gift shops. My absolute favorite is the spa and its saltwater pool. Don't miss the opportunity to take a falconry class on property.

• Marriott's Oceana Palms, United States

  
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  This is a quality timeshare steps from the beach. With a well maintained property, comfortable rooms, and panoramic views of the ocean, it's a favorite I love to visit over and over.