Mumbai, West India, India
Ever since it opened in 1903, the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel has been one of the world’s finest hotels. Its popularity with the city’s glitterati and visiting VIPs made it a target in the 2008 jihadist attacks. Since then, however, a massive refurbishment has restored it to its former glory; recent guests included Barack and Michelle Obama. The historic interiors are more resplendent than ever – book a sea-facing room if you can, for great views over the harbour front.
