October 2017 Hideaway Report

FROM THE EDITOR: The purpose of my recent trip to Peru was to try new hotels in Lima, Cusco and the nearby Sacred Valley, as well as to ride on Belmond's new luxury train. This issue also contains an account of a recent visit to the dynamic city of Hamburg and the nearby Baltic coast of Schleswig-Holstein. Read more from our editor-in-chief ...

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A Journey Through Exotic Peru

Andrew Harper travels to exotic Peru and experienced new hotels in Lima, Cusco and the nearby Sacred Valley.

Germany’s Captivating Baltic Coastline

The Baltic Coast may be terra incognita, but a recent visit uncovered civilized beaches, fresh seafood and a true hideaway.

Newly Recommended Hotels in Hamburg and the Baltic Coast

The October Hideaway Report follows Andrew Harper's travels to the dynamic city of Hamburg, where we discovered two new luxury hotels to recommend.

Schleswig’s Magnificent Schloss Gottorf

The tidy town of Schleswig has a quaint old quarter of colorful small houses and one of Germany's most impressive palaces: Schloss Gottorf.

Hamburg’s Three Best Sightseeing Cruises

Hamburg invites leisurely exploration by pleasure cruise. I tried three cruises during the course of our stay, and each proved memorable.

Favorite Hamburg Restaurants

In Hamburg, Andrew Harper sought out restaurants with more of a sense of place. Here are six of his delicious discoveries.

Lübeck and the European Museum of the Hanseatic League

The Europaeisches Hansemuseum in Luebeck chronicles the story of the Hanseatic League, the trading partnership of the 12th through 15th centuries.

Indelible Memory: A Hike Above the Sacred Valley

A two-hour trek above the Sacred Valley unveiled Veronica's crenellated glaciers, terraces of the Inca and the indigenous people of Peru.

Indelible Memory: Baltic Coast Beaches

Between Ole Liese and Weissenhaus Grand Village Resort, in the coastal town of Hohwacht, Germany, is the start of one of Europe's great beach walks.

Gourmet Retreat on the Elbe

Just minutes from Hamburg, Jacob's Restaurant, in Hotel Louis C. Jacob, is a sensational Michelin two-star experience overlooking the Elbe.

Germany's Most Exciting City: The Newly Vibrant Hamburg

The most exciting city in Germany right now is Hamburg, one of the continent's wealthiest cities and for centuries one of its most important ports.

Hamburg Bookshelf: Thomas Mann’s “Buddenbrooks”

Thomas Mann's novel "Buddenbrooks: The Decline of a Family" is a masterpiece. It would be enjoyable for anyone, but especially those traveling to Hamburg.

Shopping in Hamburg’s Passages

Hamburg's shopping “passages,” mostly in the Neustadt neighborhood, are worth a visit, especially on a cold or rainy day.

The Elbphilharmonie: The New Symbol of Hamburg

It seems only fitting that the birthplace of Brahms and Mendelssohn should have one of the world’s great concert halls: The Elbphilharmonie.

9 Best Hamburg Cafés for Kaffee und Kuchen

The Teutonic version of afternoon tea, Kaffee und Kuchen, is still going strong in Germany. Here are nine of the best cafes in Hamburg.

Hamburg’s Extraordinary Planten un Blomen Park

On a fine warm day in Hamburg, there are two places to be: on a sightseeing cruise or in the Planten un Blomen Park.

Leading Lima Restaurants

With its exotic ingredients and colorful mix of influences, Peruvian cuisine has become a global phenomenon. Here are two chefs leading the way.

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.

Cruising the Peruvian Amazon With Aqua Expeditions

The best way to experience Peru’s upper Amazon is by joining an Aqua Expeditions river cruise aboard the Aria Amazon. The boat got a face-lift in 2015.

How to Visit Machu Picchu

There are many ways to see Machu Picchu, but the best way is to stay at the Belmond Sanctuary Lodge, adjacent to the ruins.

Letter From the Editor: October 2017

The October 2017 issue sees Andrew Harper in Peru, trying new hotels in Lima, Cusco and the Sacred Valley. The issue also covers Hamburg and the Baltic Coast.

Ecuador Eco-Resort, Mashpi Lodge, Gets an Upgrade

Ecuador's Mashpi Lodge has seen a significant upgrade. The resort has added two accommodations for families and revamped its interior.

The Louvre Comes to the Persian Gulf

Musée du Louvre Abu Dhabi opens November 11. The intergovernmental project is intended to be a universal museum.

The Debut of Blackberry Mountain

Blackberry Farm in Walland, Tennessee, is about to acquire a sibling, a 15-minute drive away: Blackberry Mountain.

Last Word: Hot Places for a Cold Winter

Inevitably, an annual question arises: “Where are the new places to go for winter sunshine?” Here are the destinations on our radar.

Newly Recommended Hotels: Peru

The October Hideaway Report follows Andrew Harper's travels to Peru, where he finds three new hotels to recommend.