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9 Previous Hideaways of the Year

As we compiled the 2019 Editors' Choice Awards, we took great pleasure in reminiscing about our stays at previous Hideaways of the Year.

Video: What Is the Hideaway Report?

Learn a little about the history of the Hideaway Report and what our editors do to find extraordinary hideaways for our members.

Hideaway of the Year: Villa La Coste

Our Hideaway of the Year, Villa La Coste, is the most talked about new hotel in France -- for good reason. It is a triumph.

Best Amenities: Pools, Spas and More

Hideaway Report editors experienced a number of particularly memorable amenities from the hotels and resorts we visited in 2017.

Hotel Standouts: Unique Properties We Visited This Year

From Best City Hotel to the Hotel We Most Hated to Leave, here we recognize those properites with something quite special to offer.

The Gift of Travel

Andrew Harper memberships make ideal gifts for family and friends, as well as for clients and colleagues. After all, the gift of travel keeps on giving.

The New Belmond Train Through the Andes

The Belmond Andean Explorer offers one- and two-night journeys from Cusco to Puno and Arequipa. Andrew Harper tried one of the 24 cabins.

Singita Upgrades

Two Singita properties, Singita Sweni Lodge in Kruger National Park and Singita Serengeti House in Tanzania, get notable upgrades.

New Plans for Belmond's Cap Juluca

Harper favorite Cap Juluca, on the southern tip of Anguilla, will get an expansion at the end of the season, which will bring the accommodations to 121.

Great Rail Journeys: 9 Luxury Train Trips You'll Never Forget

The zenith of cutting-edge, sophisticated travel is back. These nine luxury trains take riders on scenic rail journeys around the world.

Last Word: Spirit of Place

Food is an expression of a particular place. As a locavore, I want French food in France and Italian food in Rome; I'm not a fan of the international style.

Newly Recommended Hotels in Oman and Dubai

The May Hideaway Report follows Andrew Harper's travels to Oman and Dubai, where he finds three new luxury hotels to recommend.

New and Noteworthy, April 2017

Alila Hotels and Resorts makes a splash with its latest hotel; Bahama House gets a renovation; and the Belmond Royal Scotsman gets a spa car.

Over-the-Top First-Class Lounge Perks

Flying first class extends beyond the actual flight. Many airline lounges offer amazing perks, like private rooms, nannies and wine cellars.

Last Word: Terra Incognita

South African-born hotelier James McBride divulges a surfer's secret to Mr. Harper. Sumba. This island east of Bali is one of the last unexplored territories.

6 Most Extravagant First-Class Perks

For international travelers who truly want the royal treatment in the air, these airlines go above and beyond in catering to their top-paying customers.

Belmond's New Luxury Train

Belmond debuts its new luxury train in Ireland. It took 40 craftsmen 35,000 hours to create the Grand Hibernian, a "country house on wheels."

Hideaway of the Year 2017: Abadía Retuerta LeDomaine

The Hideaway of the Year in the 2017 Grand Awards is the talk of Spain: the magnificent but charming 30-room Abadía Retuerta LeDomaine.

Best Luxury Hotels in Europe: Grand Awards 2017

Each year, we have the pleasure of singling out a number of particularly memorable hotels and resorts. These are the top hotels in Europe selected.

Best Luxury Hotels in the Caribbean: Grand Awards 2017

Each year, we have the pleasure of singling out particularly memorable hotels and resorts. These are the top hotels in the Dominican Republic and St. Kitts.

Best Luxury Hotels in Asia: Grand Awards 2017

Each year, we have the pleasure of singling out a number of particularly memorable hotels and resorts. These are the top hotels in Asia selected.

Best Luxury Hotels in New Zealand: Grand Awards 2017

Each year, we have the pleasure of singling out a number of particularly memorable hotels and resorts. These are the top hotels in New Zealand.

Last Word: The Next New Place

“So where’s the next new place?” is undoubtedly the question that I am asked most often. These days, almost nowhere is too remote.

Last Word: The Gift of Travel

It seems hard to believe, but the holidays are approaching once more. Although I always enjoy the festivities, thinking of suitable presents is a nightmare.

My Travel Wish List for 2013

As a constant traveler, I’d like to see these things in 2013. Please share your wish list, too.

Luxury Travel: Notable December Events, 2012

Notable travel December events.

From the Harper Travel Office: The Discover New York Tour

You may have visited New York, but never like this. We’ve created an unforgettable, 20-passenger tour for Andrew Harper subscribers.

Andrew Harper's Paris in The New York Times

The New York Times recently ran a piece on the "famously discerning" Andrew Harper and his new complimentary Paris app.

Los Angeles Times: Andrew Harper, on His Secret Identity and a Local Resort He Loves

As disguises go, a newsletter over the face isn't a particularly convincing one (see attached photo). But it's enough for the man who isn't Andrew Harper.

Announcing Andrew Harper Private Sale

We are pleased to announce the launch of Andrew Harper Private Sale, a new online marketplace that allows members to purchase hotel packages directly.

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