A Hedonistic Guide To Palm Springs – America’s Rule-Breaking Desert Town
In Palm Springs, rules are optional. Kate Guest visits the shapeshifting Californian town to trace its rebellious resurgence
Six Places To Visit In The South Of France (That Aren’t St Tropez)
Sidestep St Tropez and Nice this summer with our pick of the best south of France destinations – sans the crowds
Charming Travnik Is An Off-Beat Alternative To Sarajevo
Add on a short trip either side of a Sarajevo Film Festival visit to discover the spectacular scenery, chilled-out vibe and lively food scene in Bosnia and Herzegovina's historic heart
Six Of The Best Cornish Beaches For Sandy-Toed Escapes
Seek out Cornwall’s best beaches with our pick of the county’s most photogenic coves and under-the-radar sandy stretches
14 Beautiful Boutique Hotels In Mallorca Beloved By The Creative Crowd
From restored, 16th-century mansions tucked down secret alleyways to converted convents and art-filled residences, these are the Mallorcan hotels and guesthouses fuelling the island’s creative reinvention
A Cheat Sheet To Our Favourite Scottish Isles, From Arran To Iona
If you’re looking to escape the mainland this summer, Scotland’s beguiling islands beckon, offering untouched landscapes, vibrant culture, ancient history and modern-day wonders. Here are eight to have on your radar
Riding the Waves: How Surf Therapy Can Heal Trauma
Intent on exploring the healing power of the ocean, one writer joins a week-long retreat with Resurface – an evidence-based surf therapy programme in Morocco – where mindfulness, yoga, surfing and a felt sense of community all contribute to a transformative trip
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
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