To visit the great houses of the Hudson Valley is to delve into the history of the state, the region and the country.
New York may be a teeming metropolis, but it is also a gateway to the tranquil Hudson Valley, with its orchards, vineyards, fine restaurants and stately homes that have afforded escape to some of the great names in American history -- Rockefeller, Vanderbilt and Roosevelt among them.
Many of my favorite islands are in the Mediterranean -- Capri, Mallorca, Corsica, Paros, Hydra -- and every year, I've tried to add another to my life list.
The exotic food of Sicily is no longer a secret, which is why so many people now head to the island's best and friendliest cooking school to learn how to prepare a selection of authentic recipes.
As American artists in the early 19th century sought a style and cultural identity unique to the new nation, the first identifiable movement emerged in the Hudson Valley.
Just three miles from the Bedford Post Inn, The Inn at Pound Ridge by Jean-Georges presents a splendid alternative for fine dining -- especially while the former's main restaurant is being renovated.
The Hudson River was a crucial frontier during the Revolutionary War. Gen. George Washington had a giant chain stretched across the river at its deepest, and one of its narrowest, points in hopes of thwarting British naval traffic.
Regardless of where I travel, I try to visit little-known vineyards and obscure distilleries in hopes of discovering something remarkable. Here are the places in the Hudson Valley that I most enjoyed.
As we traveled up the Hudson Valley, I often told people of our visit to the Union Church of Pocantico Hills, an easy drive from Kykuit, the Rockefeller estate.
As the Hudson Valley has emerged from decline, the arts have contributed mightily, drawing visitors who, in turn, have spurred growth in restaurants and hotels.
See some of Andrew's video from his trip through the Hudson Valley.
Based in Marsala in southwestern Sicily, the highly respected vineyard Donnafugata established a winery on Pantelleria in 1989 with the intention of maintaining the island’s ancient wine-producing traditions.
Palermo is an anchovy of a city: a strongly flavored place that most travelers either love or loathe. Its setting on a mountain-backed bay is magnificent; it has some superb architecture and museums, plus a thriving food scene.
Although Sicilian cuisine displays many similarities to that of the Italian mainland, Spanish, Greek and Arab influences are often apparent. Here are the restaurants that we most enjoyed on our recent trip.
On a return visit to Pantelleria, we will probably rent a house. Toward the end of our stay, I toured several of the properties represented by the island’s best villa-rental agent, the charming English-speaking Giovanni Matta.
The world’s best capers come from the Mediterranean island of Pantelleria, and their flavor will surprise North Americans who know only pickled green buds found in jars filled with vinegar.
I have long considered the Grenadines to be among the most beguiling places on earth. The idyllic chain of Caribbean islands and cays that stretches some 50 miles north to south from St. Vincent to Grenada is the very definition of a tropical paradise, with steep, jungle-covered slopes.
The private island of Petit St. Vincent in the Grenadines has long been a favorite retreat of mine. For 30 years, I have relished its isolation, the sense of being somewhere that feels close to the end of the world.
The green and peaceful island of Canouan is surrounded by dazzling beaches, while the east coast is protected by a lagoon and barrier reef that would be sensational in French Polynesia.
My friends chartered Destiny from the highly reputable firm of Ed Hamilton & Co. in Maine. Although scarcely a billionaire’s superyacht, she nonetheless accommodated six of us in considerable comfort.
Each year, I ask you to tell me about your recent trips. I am pleased to say that Hideaway Report readers remain an exceptionally well-traveled group.
Located directly opposite Carnegie Hall on 57th Street and just three blocks from the Four Seasons, its direct competitor, the new Park Hyatt New York opened on August 19.
For the past 17 years, Singita Boulders Lodge in South Africa’s Sabi Sand Game Reserve has been one of my favorite wildlife lodges. Its design was inspired by the weathered boulders that litter the banks of the Sand River.
Among the questions I am asked most frequently is, “Where is the next new place?” The other day, while contemplating my travel schedule for the coming winter, I found myself struggling to arrive at an answer.
Each year, we ask our readers to vote for the best beach resorts around the world. From Mexico to the Bahamas, check out our readers’ favorite resorts for sun and relaxation.
Each year, we ask our readers to vote for the best hotels and resorts across the United States with 50 rooms or fewer. It should be noted that Post Ranch Inn has taken the top spot for the past seven years. Congratulations to all winning properties!
Each year, we ask our readers to vote for the best hotels, resorts, and safari lodges outside of the United States with 50 rooms or fewer. From St. Barths to New Zealand, from South Africa to Italy, we are pleased to share our readers’ favorite international hideaways.
Each year, we ask our readers to vote for their favorite city hotels in the world. While the Four Seasons swept the category with its expansive and appealing brand, the landmark of urban elegance, The Lowell, rose in rankings to capture this year’s top spot.
Each year, we ask our readers to vote for the best Food & Wine resorts around the world. From the exquisite Napa Valley to the grandeur of France’s Champagne country, enjoy the delicious results of Andrew Harper’s Readers’ Choice Awards.
From Mexico to the Bahamas, check out our readers’ favorite resorts for beaches, surf, sun and relaxation from this past year.
Each year, we ask our readers to vote for the best safari lodges and camps in the world. From elephant camps to tiger reserves, take a look at our readers’ favorite lodges and camps.
Each year, we ask our readers choose their favorite spa resorts. From the American southwest to Indonesia, discover some of the best spas in the world.
Each year, we ask our readers to vote for the best family resorts around the world. From classic Hawaii to the historically rich country of Ireland, learn more about our readers’ Top 20 Family Resorts.
Each year, we ask our readers to select their favorite golf resorts around the world. From the classic links of Scotland to the emerging vanguard of New Zealand, check out our readers' favorite destinations for a golfing vacation.
This year, we asked our readers to vote for their favorite cruise ships. Destination-driven luxury liners and adventure-forward expeditions certainly won the day.
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