Shimla, Himalayas, India

It's only an 8,250-foot trek up the Himalayas to Wildflower Hall. And, no, the breathtaking aesthetics and seeming surreality of the fairytale resort and spa won't be a result of altitude sickness. Set amidst 22 acres of virgin pine and cedar woods, every bit of Wildflower Hall splendor is real. The former residence of Lord Kitchener is a 45-minute drive from Shimla, and one of the most luxurious places in India from which to explore the pristine flora and fauna of the Himalayan Mountains. more...