Cultural connection: Discover locally immersive experiences around the world
Enjoy one-of-a-kind cultural adventures for a dream stay in these global destinations.
By Alison Cavatore | June 14, 2023 (Updated June 13, 2025)
Alison Cavatore
Alison Cavatore is the Assistant Editor for the Content Marketing team at Hilton. She has written and copyedited for numerous print and digital publications in the U.S. and abroad. Born in Pittsburgh, PA, Alison has lived in Miami, Scottsdale, Holland, France, Switzerland and Canada. She currently resides in the Washington, D.C. area.
Exploring local culture and enjoying immersive experiences is a must when traveling. It’s a surefire way to ignite your sense of adventure, broaden your horizons, and create lasting memories. In the spirit of exploration, we’ve compiled five must-visit global destinations where you can enjoy a one-of-a-kind stay that encourages you to connect with your surroundings and experience local culture.
Edinburgh, Scotland: Feast like royalty
Head to the historic Scottish capital to indulge all five senses with an authentic and immersive culinary experience at The Caledonian Edinburgh, Curio Collection by Hilton’s modern fine dining restaurant, Dean Banks at The Pompadour. Award-winning chef Dean Banks’ seven-course tasting menu showcases the region’s finest sustainable produce and seafood. After dining like royalty, head to nearby Edinburgh Castle for hilltop city views and the chance to see the U.K.’s oldest crown jewels.
San Diego: Surf, sand, and wellness
Embrace your inner SoCal vibe by combining the glittering sands of Del Beach and waterfront wellness on San Diego’s Coronado Island. The iconic oceanfront Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton and the adjoining Shore House a The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts and Beach Village at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts, offer overnight guests a complementary 1-hour strengthening yoga class and daily and monthly passes to a 45-minute one-of-a-kind Spin class on the beach. After finding your inner Zen or getting your blood pumping while enjoying stunning Pacific Ocean views, catch a wave with the guidance of the resort’s expert surf instructors. The 90-minute group lessons include surfboard and wetsuit rentals and 60 minutes of in-water instruction. Capture the moment for life by adding the Surf Photography Package and have your instructor take photos and videos during your lesson that you can keep as mementoes.
Singapore: Heritage flavors and seafood delights
Nestled between the Indian Ocean and the South China Sea, Singapore is a seafood enthusiast’s culinary haven. Experience rich authentic flavors, freshly sourced produce, local spices, and oceanic delights during a lobster, crab, and seafood dinner at Hilton Singapore Orchard’s modern-colonial restaurant Estate. Indulge in one of the city’s largest seafood buffets with selections cooked in various styles, including crab rillette with avocado, lobster thermidor, soft-shell crab burgers, and crispy cheong fun (rice noodle roll) with soft-shell chili crab. Enhance the moment with Champagne and be sure to sample Estate’s signature black truffle roasted duck and Asian-inspired skewers to complete your dining experience.
Nashville, Tennessee: Rhythmic roots
With one of the best live music scenes in the country and plenty of vibrant nightlife, an immersive getaway in Nashville means catching outdoor concerts and a variety of events throughout Music City. Stay near the action at Tempo by Hilton Nashville Downtown. From the hotel, you’re only one block from lively bars and music venues on Broadway, as well as Nashville’s best museums. Take an audio tour of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum or peruse the interactive exhibits at the National Museum of African American Music. Be sure to save time for relaxing at the hotel’s rooftop Lovelorn Lounge Pool Bar, which offers unique twists on classic cocktails and a Mediterranean-inspired menu.
Amsterdam: Cultural heritage
The elegant Dutch capital is hard to resist, with its gabled architecture, quaint canals, and cultural attractions such as the Rijksmuseum. The odd rain shower aside, the northern European climate is perfect for strolling or exploring town on a bicycle like the locals. Comprised of six former palaces along the Herengracht canal, Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam offers a truly alluring home away from home with the exclusive boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants of the Nine Streets district within walking distance. Back at the hotel, your personal concierge can book you a table at the two Michelin-starred Spectrum, helmed by chef Sidney Schutte, or afternoon tea in the Peacock Alley lounge followed by a harmonizing massage at the Guerlain Spa.
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