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Destination InspirationDestination Inspiration: Marsaskala, Malta
The tiny town of Marsaskala makes for a dazzling summer escape. A gateway to hidden caves, sandy beaches, boho beach bars and rustic restaurants, this is where to go for a fix of slow Mediterranean living.
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Hotel ReviewsAlmayer Art & Heritage Hotel, Zadar, Croatia
Perfectly placed in the heart of Zadar’s old town, just a short stroll from the water's edge, a former hospital has been transformed into an idyllic, design-driven boutique stay.
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StoriesWhy Filipino Food is London’s Latest Love Affair (and Where to Try It)
Do you know your calderetas from your kare kare? Pinay Hannah Tan-Gillies gives us the lowdown on London’s flourishing Filipino food scene.
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Photo JournalsInto the Kitchen: Snapshots of a Balinese Paon
Indonesian-Australian writer Tjok Maya Kerthyasa journeys from mist-cloaked mountains to sandy shores, encountering spice pastes, forest foraging and elaborate ceremonial celebrations, as she explores the kitchens of Bali for a new cookbook.
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HotlistsThe Inside Scoop: 10 London Ice-Cream Parlours We Love
Looking for old-school Italian gelato? Icelandic-inspired soft serve? We've got the inside scoop on London’s coolest ice-cream shops this summer.
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HotlistsThe French Cities to Visit (if You've Done Paris)
Want to graze your way around the beautiful bistros of Lyon? Or discover the sun-drenched shores of Montpellier? Don’t miss our shortlist of six beautiful French cities to visit this summer that aren’t Paris. Bon voyage!
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HotlistsFive Reasons Why Winterthur, Switzerland is a Dream Destination for Photographers
It’s almost impossible to take a mediocre shot in this photogenic Swiss city, where the art of photography is revered.
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HotlistsSeven Sun-Soaked Cafés for Breakfast in Lisbon
Follow us through Lisbon’s tiled streets to our favourite breakfast and brunch stops and fuel up for a day spent exploring this beautiful city. And yes, we have included a pastelaria.
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Destination InspirationDestination Inspiration: Nafplio, Greece
A charming coastal city in the Peloponnese, Nafplio is a must-visit destination for history buffs, beach bums, foodies and those seeking a lazy, off-grid Greek adventure.
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PodcastsThe Rise in Nostalgic Travel ft. Explorer Tété-Michel Kpomassie
Home Podcasts Current Article The Rise in Nostalgic Travel ft. Explorer Tété-Michel Kpomassie Listen in as Tété-Michel Kpomassie, author of Penguin Modern Classic Michel the Giant: An African in Greenland, recounts the gripping true story of his ten-year expedition from a village in West Africa to the Arctic Circle. Plus, The Upgrade co-hosts Fleur Rollet-Manus […]
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Hotlists13 Brilliant Beach Reads for Summer 2022
Calling all hopeless romantics: we’ve found the hottest new books to add to your summer 2022 reading list. From heartbreak to marriage – and everything in between – read on for the perfect beachside lounging partners.
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HotlistsEight of Our Favourite South Tyrol Hotels
Heading to the mountains? From cliff-hugging hotels to striking spa retreats, these eight sky-tickling properties will ensure a good night’s sleep in this beautiful northern Italian region.
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HotlistsWhere to Travel This Summer According to Your Star Sign
Stuck for where to travel next, and who to take along for the ride? Let the stars be your guide, with our sign-by-sign round-up of divine destinations.
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Hotel ReviewsThe Flushing Meadows, Munich, Germany
Sidestepping Munich’s prim and proper reputation, this sultry boutique stay is a visionary project devised by a cool and collected coalition of friends. Make it your base from which to explore Munich’s moody side.
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Hotlists10 Reasons Why Lucerne, Switzerland Should be Your Next Summer City Break
Sitting pretty amid snow-capped mountains, its streets blessed with historic architecture and packed with diverting delights, Lucerne offers visitors a distilled taste of Switzerland at its best.
