"A former 16th-century monastery converted into a luxury hotel in Cusco, centered around a tranquil courtyard with refined rooms and special-occasion packages that serve as an elegant base for exploring nearby cultural sites including Machu Picchu." - Michelle Gross Michelle Gross Michelle Gross is an award-winning travel, food, and lifestyle journalist. In addition to contributing to Travel + Leisure, Michelle is a travel columnist and regular contributor to Robb Report, Thrillist, Business Insider, Fodor’s, and BBC Travel, among others. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines