Intercontinental Hotel, Hong Kong.

World's most striking waterfront cities

Almost every city has a harbour, lake or river, but none have successfully captured the undefinable mojo of being a waterfront hub like these 20 cities.

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Traditions: a multicourse meal, or kaiseki, is served in a guest's room after a communal bath.

The Kyoto protocol

Stephen Lacey and his son enjoy superb hospitality at a classically inspired inn.

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