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These are the ten Finest Bars Across the World, In response to Our A-Record Journey Advisors



In search of rooftop views, sultry speakeasies, or galleries that double as wine bars? These Journey + Leisure A-Record journey advisors, all of whom love a great cocktail and even higher vibes, handpicked their favourite bars on this planet. 

Rosewood Kona Village Shipwreck Bar, Hawaii

The oceanside Shipwreck Bar at Kona Village, a Rosewood Resort, in Hawaii.

Courtesy of Kona Village, a Rosewood Resort


“I might take a cocktail with my toes within the sand and a shocking sundown, over a crowded metropolis bar any day. And Rosewood Kona Village’s Shipwreck Bar nails it.” — Maria Diego, Diego Journey

Topside Bar, Istanbul

A bartender places the ending touches on a drink on the Topside Bar in The Peninsula Istanbul lodge.

Courtesy of The Peninsula Inns


Topside Bar on the rooftop of The Peninsula Istanbul is the perfect spot for a cocktail. Overlooking the Bosphorus, this bar runs along with its Michelin-starred restaurant Gallada.” — Engin Kadaster, Turkey At Its Finest

Cravan, Paris

“Paris’ hottest new bar is undoubtedly the revamped Cravan, a four-story haven for handcrafted cocktails. This gorgeous collaboration between Moët Hennessy and cocktail maestro, Franck Audoux, oozes class. The “Royal Basilic” cocktail is a must-try; this subtle drink options Ruinart Brut Champagne infused with a contact of basil flower liqueur, making a refreshing and distinctive twist on the basic Champagne expertise.” — Mark Bonte, French Aspect Journey

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The Connaught Bar, London

The Connaught Bar, at London’s The Connaught lodge.

James McGregor Smith/Courtesy of The Connaught


“In relation to bars in London, we’re spoiled for alternative. A private favourite is The Connaught Bar, by our buddies on the Maybourne Lodge group, in addition to Scarfes Bar on the Rosewood London.” — Nicola Butler, NoteWorthy

Jerry Thomas Bar Room, Rome

“The Jerry Thomas Bar Room opened in June 2023, within the historic Trastevere district of Rome. Hidden behind an unmarked door, the speakeasy-style bar presents an intimate environment that transports visitors again to the Prohibition period with its classic decor and artistic libations. The bar presents a variety of progressive drinks, however the basic Negroni stays my most popular.” — Matteo Della Grazia & Daniela Mencarelli, Fuoritinerario – Uncover Your Italy

Line Athens, Athens

“Previously an artwork gallery, Line Athens transcends conventional wine bars. Its dedication to sustainability and progressive collaborations units them aside. The bar’s aptitude is clear of their various vary of house-made drinks and cocktails, just like the fig wine–infused Pisco bitter, or the pomegranate wine–based mostly Negroni.” — Christos Stergiou, TrueTrips

Desnuda Cocina & Bar, Boston

“As a Boston native, I’m thrilled concerning the opening of Desnuda Cocina & Bar within the residential neighborhood of South Finish. I’m intrigued by the restaurant-turned-vibrant-sound-bar idea, in addition to the culinary cross of Peruvian, Asian, and Mexican cuisines — three of my favorites rolled into one.” — Kristin Chambers, D.A. Luxurious Journey & TravelLustre

The Athletic Membership & Social, Cape City, South Africa

“New to me however not new to Cape City, The Athletic Membership & Social is an aesthetic cocktail bar, perfect for intimate or social evenings. This charming venue has a classic vibe with sports activities memorabilia peppered all through, in addition to a balcony overlooking Cape City’s Sign Hill.” — Susan Neva, Alluring Africa

Sip & Guzzle, New York

Cocktails from Sip & Guzzle. From left: The Tomato Tree, from the Sip menu; a Miami Vice Negroni, from the Guzzle menu.

From left: Eric Medsker/Courtesy of Sip & Guzzle; Andrea Grujic/Courtesy of Sip & Guzzle


“This brainchild of mixologists Shingo Gokan and Steve Schneider, together with chef Mike Bagale of Sip & Guzzle, pairs progressive drinks with attractive izakaya fare, making it the right Tokyo meets West Village expertise.” — Erina Pindar, SmartFlyer

The Caterpillar Membership, Sydney

The Caterpillar Membership might be Sydney’s most talked about new bar. Its signature cocktail ‘Caterpillar Downfall’ is a frozen white rum and peach liqueur-flavored drink with salted manuka honey and cardamom syrup — served solely at its tiki-style bar inside a bar.” — Stuart Rigg, Southern Crossings