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The Local: The Alentejo “Farm Shop” You’ll Want To Get Lost In For Hours
In our regular series The Local, we celebrate the independent shops selling souvenirs worth making space for. This week, we head to Portugal’s wild and unspoilt Alentejo region to explore a store championing fine native produce that, whether you’re in the mood for a farm-to-blanket picnic or seeking a housewarming gift for that hard-to-buy-for someone, delivers
São Lourenço do Barrocal, Monsaraz, Portugal
With its sharp cocktails and golden, estate-produced honey, olive oil and wine, this rural Alentejo retreat offers a beautiful blend of quietly luxurious R&R and feel-good activities
Living in my Suitcase: Meet Adventure Photographer Krystle Wright
The award-winning adventure photographer reflects on 15 years on the road, from camping on a frozen fjord in the Arctic to storm-chasing across the American midwest
Hotel Tugu Lombok
Experience a bygone era of Indonesian heritage and beauty at this enchanting art hotel on Lombok's quiet coastline
Desa Seni, Bali, Indonesia
A bohemian oasis hidden in the heart of Canggu, make this yoga sanctuary your base for a wellness-packed stay in Bali's favourite beach town
Dorp Hotel, Cape Town, South Africa
Is this the most beautiful hotel in the world? Check in to this grand dame boutique for an unforgettable stay in the Cape Townian hills
The Nine Most Beautiful Island Escapes In The UK
Windswept and sandy-toed, we’ve toured Britain to bring you our pick of the most beautiful islands in the archipelago. From Arran to Lindisfarne, these are the isles to escape to this summer.
Take Me To Hydra: Why This Greek Island Is Our Go-To This Summer
Follow in the footsteps of the literary jet set of the 60s on the go-slow Greek island of Hydra – the inspiration behind London perfumer Miller Harris’ heady, planet-friendly new fragrance Hydra Figue
Marquee Hotel, Medellín, Colombia
Located in El Poblado, in the hedonistic heart of Medellín, this pleasure-driven hotel has all the accoutrements for a wild night out in Colombia’s City of Eternal Spring
The Adara Hotel, Whistler
Bed down at this simple, Scandi-style bolthole for a reliable stay in the heart of the action-packed Canadian resort
Five Unmissable Foodie Experiences in Geneva
From chocolatiers to winemakers, and possibly the prettiest farmers’ market on the planet, multicultural Geneva is a delight for culinarily curious travellers
Exploring The Magic Of Paros With Greek Hotelier Kalia Konstantinidou
Greek hotelier Kalia Konstantinidou shares her love of the sunny Cycladic isle, with pointers on where to find the best artisan studios, dance floors and some of the sweetest mangos you’ll taste anywhere
Hi-Fi Bars Are Back – Here’s Where To Listen In
Listening bars are returning to cities around the world. Here’s everything you need to know about the trend – and the hi-fi-equipped spots to check out in Berlin, Brooklyn and beyond
The Datai Langkawi, Langkawi Island, Malaysia
Forget beach bliss – this legendary northern Malaysian retreat proves that paradise (and luxury) can be found in the depths of the jungle