Forbes Traveler releases list of top 400 hotels, resorts
December 06, 2006

This article talks about Forbes Magazine that had a special issue on the top 400 hotels and resorts in the world.
Properties were selected by a panel of 80 travel experts who are not affiliated with hotels.
Experts were asked to rate the properties on seven criteria such as :
. Service
. Room and bathroom
. Décor
. F&B
. Public area & facilities
. Sports & recreation
. Location

I found that study is always important and interesting.
To actually read the comments of those people who are experiencing those properties from all over the world and grading them is really a plus for us (students) to see what people needs, expectations, desires are when they are travelling.