Nelson and Winnie Mandela on his release from prison. In 1990, the South African government finally responded to internal and international pressure and released Mandela, lifting the ban on the ANC. After 27 years in prison, his release was a global news event, watched by millions across the world.
That's $45,000 per night. No, that is not a typo. But perhaps the most iconic, over-the-top, high-priced suite is at New York's famed hotel landmark: The Plaza. I got a rare look inside the hotel's $30,000 per night Royal Plaza Suite.
Top 25 Ways to Save on New York City Travel. The Big Apple has a reputation as a pricey vacation destination, and that's not entirely undeserved -- the average rate at a New York City hotel is a whopping $204 a night (according to a recent Hotels.com Price Index report) -- the most expensive in the U.S.