The cheerful atmosphere of this town of white stone and palms attracts many sophisticated travelers.

Ms. Fiori, 59, is the personification of the sophisticated traveler.

Mr. Stein has single-handedly made the fishing port of Padstow a dining destination for sophisticated travelers from all over the world.

"They are intended for more sophisticated travelers who are more willing to take a chance with their travel experience."

I'm becoming a sophisticated traveler," I said.

For more sophisticated travelers, a steakhouse, the promotional literature states, features "a pleasant, intimate atmosphere, surrounded by Miami Dolphins memorabilia."

Crocodile Dundee is a fictional character, but a number of sophisticated travelers refuse to believe it.

They were among the world's most sophisticated and wealthy travelers and often were owners themselves of the types of houses they rented on holiday.

"In Europe, the most sophisticated traveler who wants expensive luxury with character might ask for room in an old monastery," she said.

The management wants you to consider yourself a sophisticated traveler and not a tourist on a budget.