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When we think about luxury, we typically think of Paris with its culinary treats or London with its culture of lavishness.  While these cities are premier destinations for travelers, there are also many other cities that offer world class accommodations, five-star restaurants, and a variety of other lavish services and opportunities. When you find yourself in need of fine dining and pampering, look no further than these cities. 1. Tokyo Despite its size, Tokyo manages to maintain a sense of Oriental mystique while also being able to offer travelers modern opportunities and accommodations. While in Tokyo, you will have the opportunity to visit Kabuki theaters, bathe in Tokyo’s famous hot springs, tour world class art museums or even shop at some of Japans most high-end department stores at Ginza. There truly is no end to the intrigue and beauty to be discovered in Tokyo. 2. Seoul Seoul is another Asian gem that brings historic culture, luxury and modernity to its visito...

1. Small group cultural immersions loom large. Travelers are increasingly seeking exclusive and regionally-authentic itineraries that cater to small groups. Tour companies like Fort Washington, Pennsylvania-based  are capitalizing on this trend with offerings that provide the convenience of an escorted tour with the intimate view of local cultures that large groups just can’t provide. “Our small group tours option has seen, by far, the most significant increase in booking volume–up 50% in 2016,” the company reports. A City Lodge Hotel Group  concurs that the trend of being “connoisseurs of local culture” will boom this year. It emphasizes that indigenous tourism experiences and cultural immersion will remain a big factor whether traveling within your own home country or jaunting to faraway lands. “We’ll see more people wanting to visit more than the big landmarks and monuments of their destination,” it says. “Rather people are more likely to be interested in knowing ...