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Stolen shoes and dancing at breakfast – is this the ultimate wedding?

An invitation to a traditional, multi-day affair is an exciting – and daunting – experience. Our writer navigates the dress codes and customs of this jubilant occasion.

March

Saranda’s city port at ionian sea. Albania.

So happy to see you: The European countries that want you to visit

In these under-the-radar destinations, travellers are most welcome.

Chateau La Coste.

How to make the most of the south of France’s best art

From land art in the mountains to pop art on sun-soaked islands, here’s your guide to following the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur art route.

The tiny Balkan town at the heart of the action for centuries

If Europe’s oldest olive tree could talk, it would reveal a fascinating tale of the rise and fall of empires.

Manoir Normand, Bayeux, Normandy

How to mark a milestone birthday in style at a French manor

With croissants and historical sites just a stone’s throw away, Manoir Normand is the perfect base for a week of celebrations.

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Sensei Lanai

This data-driven wellness retreat is a haven for high-flyers

Sensei Lanai is an island resort with an evidence-based approach to wellness that perfectly suits the Silicon Valley set.

February

England’s most quintessential country escape isn’t where you think

Forget the rural idylls of Austen and Brontë – the epic skies, sweeping vistas and seaside charm of North Norfolk are just as worthy of song and story.

The rooftop pool feels a million miles from the city.

This new Sydney hotel is the ultimate urban oasis

Dazzling design, stellar dining and a tropical rooftop pool are just the start of what you can expect at the hotly anticipated Eve Hotel.

This is the place to go if you need a pick-me-up

From herbal remedies to acupressure treatments, a new luxury wellness resort in Vietnam is set to restore your wellbeing.

November 2024

Ana Ros of Hisa Franko.

If it’s gourmet adventures you’re after, it’s time to visit Slovenia

This country of 2 million has 10 Michelin-starred restaurants. Here’s how to navigate them.

The rituals of a ryokan prevail in this new international hotel

Banyan Tree makes its Japan debut in Kyoto’s historic temple district, and honours a revered art form.

10 new and extraordinary international hotels to book in 2025

From New York City to Rome, luxury hospitality is being redefined. These city stays are destinations in themselves.

Bar Clemente’s Tonburi with thrice fired potato and sake pickles.

10 delicious culinary adventures in 2025

Take your pick: milk a goat during a shore excursion, select from a plants-only menu, or get served “wind and weather on a plate”.

Trust Los Angeles to have a crazy entertainment venue like Level 8

Once you navigate the hidden doors, it’s easy to hop from a pool deck to a Japanese restaurant to an oyster-champagne bar to a speakeasy … and more.

10 getaways to satisfy your adrenalin-rush needs in 2025

Check out these action-packed adventures for thrill-seekers, snow-chasers and space enthusiasts.

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You can’t buy it on the phone. You can’t find it on the internet

To get hold of the world’s best mezcal, you need to go to a private bar in Mexico City. It’s like taking a spiritual journey around the country.

The New Bahru lifestyle precinct is housed in a former high school built around a shaded lawn.

Singapore layover? Check out New Bahru

This well-designed collection of creative businesses – from food to wellness and retail – will easily account for a day.

Castaway villa will be the crème de la crème of luxury Maldives.

10 country and coastal retreats to book in 2025

Get away from it all at these luxury lodgings primed for relaxation, solitude and wellbeing.

This Swiss Alps hotel is so luxurious, you needn’t leave. But you will

At its door, The Chedi has a ski hill for winter visitors, and some of the world’s twistiest, most challenging roads for cyclists and car enthusiasts.

October 2024


Bawah Indonesia

Travel insider: the latest deals for dream holidays

And inspired locations, from an off-grid eco-camp in South Africa to an impossibly chic farm stay in the French countryside.

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