Whether for its sterling locations, impeccable meetings facilities or rooms that really do go the extra mile, no other New York hotelier has the Big Apple covered like Empire Hotel Group

Just like an orchestra, a successful conference requires that each element be perfectly in tune – something that KKL Luzern, our Best Meetings and Conference Centre, Europe, 2012, achieves beautifully

It’s seen a famous face or two in its 139-year history, and today the expert chefs at the Criterion Restaurant are still using tried and tested methods to wow a new generation of diners

It’s an idyllic isle synonymous with the luxury jet-set lifestyle, and there’s no better place to drink in the sophistication than the stunning Maestral Resort and Casino – our Best Luxury Hotel, Montenegro, 2012

Enjoy all the comforts of luxury hotel services with space for living the way you want to at Boarding House OrchideenPark’s beautiful serviced apartments in Vienna

Voted Best Business Hotel, Czech Republic, 2012, the Hilton Prague provides first-class facilities and an impeccable base from which to enjoy the many facets of this remarkable city

For more than a century one company has been pioneering luggage design to create bold new industry standards. Rimowa’s Salsa Air is our Best Business Travel Accessory, 2012

A bastion of French culture and sophistication for more than 100 years, the Intercontinental Carlton Cannes still provides guests with a sumptuous retreat that is among the finest in the country

With a raft of special events and a vibrant cultural scene, make your Swedish base at the Berns Hotel – where a feast of sophistication awaits guests for an unforgettable trip

The London 2012 Olympic Games are not only a world-class global event, but a springboard for renovation, investment and development – provided the city is equipped to seize the opportunity. Rita Lobo reports on the rewards and pitfalls in the road to becoming an Olympic Capital

If your next stop is the UAE then there’s some excellent news ahead: The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre is at your service, and winner of Best Luxury Hotel in Dubai, 2012

For boasting one of Europe’s finest art collections and a programme of events that really brings the past to life, Spain’s Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza is our Best Historical Museum, Europe, 2012