Tour the Remote Westman Islands with Hidden Iceland

Personalized experiences on the remote volcanic archipelago

Amidst so much uncertainty over health, safety and their intertwined relationship with travel, a land of bombastic open spaces and nary a tourist in sight sounds like the dreamiest of destinations. Iceland has always been associated with dreams. And whether it’s their larger-than-life landscapes, adventurous outdoor opportunities or even their meticulous approach to COVID-19 (which includes testing upon arrival at airports and sea hubs), the …

Escape to Eremito, a Tranquil Retreat in Umbria, Italy

A remote escape for digital detox with solo lodging and no TV or WiFi

In what seems like the fourth consecutive month of winter here in New York, cabin fever is rife in those glued to their computers on a daily basis. To keep spirits up until spring offers its sympathy, we found inspiration in dreaming of simple escapes, such as to the Italian retreat Eremito, which is on our list of must-visit places since its launch last year. …

Papua New Guinea’s Lake Murray Lodge

The new-this-year hotel offers a very special experience in a remote location

by Jenny Miller Papua New Guinea’s Lake Murray Lodge—the newest property from PNG’s best-established tour operator and hotel group, Trans Niugini Tours—opened earlier this year and is located along the banks of the country’s largest lake. Its opening marked the advent of tourism in a new part of the Western Province; one of the most biodiverse regions of an extraordinarily biodiverse country. This makes the …