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Hideaway Report
October 2026
In this issue, we discover new hotels in Cartagena, review a fascinating riverboat on the Magdalena River, and explore three French countryside hotels along with a new French Riviera island resort.
Octola Private Wilderness, Finland
Exclusive Experience
Octola is an exceptionally private wilderness retreat set on approximately 1,730 acres of Arctic forest.
To preserve its exclusivity, the property’s precise location in Finnish Lapland is intentionally kept private. Accommodations range from one to 10 bedrooms, and each stay includes a private chef, butler and dedicated wilderness guides, along with access to more than 70 seasonal activities.
Located in the cool highlands of Lanai, this exclusive 96-room wellness resort is set within extravagant botanical gardens studded with world-class sculptures, and contemporary art fills the interiors.
Sensei Lanai, A Four Seasons Resort
Lanai City, Hawaii