February 2017 Hideaway Report

FROM THE EDITOR: Early last fall, I embarked on an inspiring two-week journey through Norway, experiencing spectacular landscapes, cultural institutions, 'New Nordic' cuisine and superbly run hotels from Oslo to the fjords. By the end of my trip, I had come to the conclusion that there is almost nothing to dislike about Norway. This issue also contains an update on New York City, which never ceases to reinvent itself at breakneck speed. Read more from Mr. Harper...

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Letter From the Editor: February 2017

Last fall I embarked on a two-week journey through Norway, experiencing spectacular landscapes, cultural institutions, 'New Nordic' cuisine and superb hotels.

Norway: From Oslo to the Fjords

This two-week journey in Norway highlights spectacularly run hotels, an inventive restaurant scene and landscapes of unique and unmarred beauty.

'Norway in a Nutshell' Tour

Some of the best views of the Norwegian fjords are to be had from the exceptionally well-run and coordinated "Norway in a Nutshell" tour.

The Museums of the Bygdøy Peninsula

The museums of the Bygdoy peninsula constitute one of the city's main attractions and are easily reached via a regular ferry service from Oslo.

Hurtigruten Coastal Voyages

Hurtigruten, daily passenger and freight shipping service along Norway's western coast, has recently gone upmarket. Andrew Harper experiences the new service.

Favorite Norwegian Restaurants

The rise of a new generation of chefs is making Norway an exciting destination for food lovers. Here are Andrew Harper's five favorite Norwegian restaurants.

New and Noteworthy: February 2017

A Four Seasons private island resort is unveiled in the Maldives, a spa opens at Victoria House and the Capella Shanghai, Jian Ye Li debuts.

Last Word: The Restored Soane Museum

One of my favorite small museums is Sir John Soane's Museum in London. It contains an astonishing private collection of classical bronzes, mosaics and vases.

New York Hotel News

With the surge of visitors have come new additions to the ranks of high-end hotels, including the Whitby Hotel and a downtown Four Seasons.

Top New York Restaurants

Fine-dining establishments have returned to New York. There are now several newcomers likely to appeal to Hideaway Report members.

New York's Latest Upscale Asian Restaurants

With the introduction of three new restaurants, upscale Asian food gets easier to find in New York City.

Union Square Cafe Reborn

Union Square Cafe transformed the restaurant world -- in New York and beyond. After closing in 2015, it's reopened a few blocks away from the original.

Fabulous Food Halls of New York

New Yorkers love their markets. A number of notable food halls have added greatly to the available options.