Europe’s best alternative city breaks for 2026Lunch with locals in Lyon or tap into Sweden’s west-coast scene: for your next city break, skip the capital and consider these six underrated destinationsAround the world in nine cult sandwichesFrom a geisha favourite in Japan to a fiery island breakfast staple, these stellar sarnies are the best thing since sliced breadThe seven best inner-city hotels with gardensThe luxury hangouts boasting hidden spots of tranquillity that defy their urban locationsSeven spa treatments for less than £100We pick the best treatments on a budget, from cult Parisian manicures to Budapest’s finest facialsThe Original Guide to RomeFrom ancient ruins to cutting-edge cocktail bars, creamy carbonara and contemporary artWant a life-changing experience? Here’s where to go…The ultimate destinations for life’s big moments, chosen by you
Europe’s best alternative city breaks for 2026Lunch with locals in Lyon or tap into Sweden’s west-coast scene: for your next city break, skip the capital and consider these six underrated destinationsAround the world in nine cult sandwichesFrom a geisha favourite in Japan to a fiery island breakfast staple, these stellar sarnies are the best thing since sliced breadThe seven best inner-city hotels with gardensThe luxury hangouts boasting hidden spots of tranquillity that defy their urban locationsSeven spa treatments for less than £100We pick the best treatments on a budget, from cult Parisian manicures to Budapest’s finest facialsThe Original Guide to RomeFrom ancient ruins to cutting-edge cocktail bars, creamy carbonara and contemporary artWant a life-changing experience? Here’s where to go…The ultimate destinations for life’s big moments, chosen by you