Top travel trends of 2010

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Roughly 100 miles southwest of Shanghai, this ancient city is known for its Buddhist temples and pagodas. Last month, Banyan Tree (doubles from $368) opened 72 waterfront suites and villas in the Xixi National Wetland Park.

Hotelier Adrian Zecha’s Amanfayun (doubles from $333) will launch later this spring, followed by a new Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou (rates not available at press time), where 78 guest rooms will overlook the historic West Lake.