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 destinationsRevealed: the best-value destinations for a May getawayDreaming of a spring escape without breaking the bank? These stunning destinations offer sunshine, culture and serious savings – perfect for savvy travellers looking to beat the crowdsWhere to travel every month of 202612 of the best places to explore in the year aheadCities that are just as good (if not better) in winterWhen winter arrives, some cities reveal a special charm. Find the best for a last-minute trip with twinkling streets and cosy cafésSea and be seen: the best beach clubs in the worldIncoming: sun-loungers, butter-soft sands, succulent seafood and a new Sardinian superstarSeven hotel rooms to make you go ooohFrom Mexico to Morocco, via Venice, these luscious hotel rooms will make you want to turn in earlyThe world’s best wine hotelsWe raise a glass to nine corking wine hotels that will wow even the fussiest of oenophiles
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 destinationsRevealed: the best-value destinations for a May getawayDreaming of a spring escape without breaking the bank? These stunning destinations offer sunshine, culture and serious savings – perfect for savvy travellers looking to beat the crowdsWhere to travel every month of 202612 of the best places to explore in the year aheadCities that are just as good (if not better) in winterWhen winter arrives, some cities reveal a special charm. Find the best for a last-minute trip with twinkling streets and cosy cafésSea and be seen: the best beach clubs in the worldIncoming: sun-loungers, butter-soft sands, succulent seafood and a new Sardinian superstarSeven hotel rooms to make you go ooohFrom Mexico to Morocco, via Venice, these luscious hotel rooms will make you want to turn in earlyThe world’s best wine hotelsWe raise a glass to nine corking wine hotels that will wow even the fussiest of oenophiles
