Michael Kaminer

It's the best way to see the wilds of Canada.

Canada is the world’s second-largest country, geographically speaking. Maybe that’s why its smallest hotels seem like such discoveries—think jewel-like properties embedded in spectacular natural settings, or luxe lodgings slipped in urban pockets so discreet even locals might miss them. As our vast northern neighbor parties on for its 150th anniversary, it’s a great time for a little exploring. Below, our picks for Canada’s most beautiful small hotels.

Canada’s looking pretty good for 150 years old. And as our vast northern neighbor celebrates its sesquicentennial this summer, it’s a great time to explore unfamiliar territory—or dig up new jewels in cities you think you know. Since the Loonie—the Canadian dollar—is still hovering at around 75 cents, your greenback also goes far across the border. Here are 15 of our favorite ways to fête Canada this summer.

Choosing Canada’s most beautiful national parks feels a bit like deciding between the best chocolate or cashmere—the world’s second-biggest country in terms of land mass has almost too much spectacular scenery to single out favorites. But someone has to do the hard work, and so, we’ve narrowed down the roster of 44 national parks to spotlight eleven whose flora, fauna, terrain, and topography astonish, from Alberta’s serene Banff to Yukon’s extreme Kluane.

Rain shower heads and double sinks? So 20 years ago. Now, it’s all about the ocean vistas, onyx tiles, and suspended tubs. Here are some of our favorite hotel bathrooms from around the world.

It’s not enough for penthouses to be luxurious anymore. These days, travelers crave personality. They also want bragging rights that their suite was the biggest/tallest/weirdest possible. And since the definition of luxury is changing too, penthouses don’t always need glitz to impress. Here are some of our favorite top-floor suites around the globe.

Canada’s much-admired diversity isn’t just about people, cultures, and languages. It’s also about the spectacular scenery across the world’s second-largest nation. From coves to cathedrals to cliffs, here are some of our favorite vistas.

Fashion labels are branching out into food more than ever, with even indie brands cooking up ways to fill stomachs and closets. They’re following on the heels of giants like Armani and Versace, who have been feeding shoppers for years. For brands, dining venues and pop-ups offer an inventive new way to click with customers. For label-hounds, they're a way of getting closer to a favorite designer. (And it’s no secret you’re more likely to buy something once you’ve lingered over an espresso, martini, or even a bowl of cereal.) These are the top spots currently fusing fashion and food.

In the not-too-distant future, hotel-room keys may become a memory. Until then, hotels are still using keys as statements, with subversive messages, cool art, and sly branding. Here are nine of our favorites from around the world.