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Destinations
Is there going to be a heatwave this Bank Holiday weekend?
There's good reason to feel optimistic
By Ruchira Sharma

Inspiration
Oslo and Berlin are getting a direct train link for the first time in 20 years
Thw new service will run through Hamburg, Copenhagen, Malmö and Gothenburg
By Ruchira Sharma

Style & Culture
Is Rimowa's polycarbonate suitcase worth the money? An editor's honest review
The legendary aluminium suitcase brand also has a polycarbonate range – and using it made me feel like a VIP at the airport
By Lauren Burvill

Style & Culture
Chelsea Flower Show 2026: pictures, highlights and the best gardens we saw
A first look at the most striking floral and horticultural displays to look out for
By Ali Pantony




Places to Stay
My favourite Airbnb: A traditional Cycladic home with high ceilings and stunning views of the Mediterranean
By Alessia Armenise

Destinations
Even now, Lisbon’s traditional tascas are still the beating heart of the city’s food scene
By Abigail Malbon
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Inspiration
Ranked: 10 beaches across England's coast that have been awarded Blue Flags for 2026
From surfing hotspots in Northumberland to stunning views of the white cliffs on the Kent coast
By Ali Pantony

Inspiration
This iconic train line is back today for the first time in 70 years
Trips on the Flying Scotsman will be running in locations across the UK, giving people the opportunity to see and ride the beloved train
By Ruchira Sharma

Style & Culture
Flying this May half-term? Here’s how UK travellers can prepare for EES disruption and fuel shortages
Many are anticipating flight disruption and airport chaos – here's what the experts say
By Ruchira Sharma

Great British Escapes
For the second year, Condé Nast Traveller and House & Garden have teamed up to bring you Great British Escapes – a package celebrating the beauty of a UK getaway
Destination spotlight: France
Places to StayThe best hotels in France, from opulent chateaus to charming vineyardsThe ultimate address book for where to stay in France, according to our editorsBy Lauren Burvill
Style & CultureHow locals really feel about The White Lotus coming to town in St TropezAfter successful outings in the likes of Sicily and Thailand, the smash-hit series is headed for France's glitziest coastline – but how do locals feel about such a strong spotlight?By Lanie Goodman
DestinationsWhere to eat, stay, and play in CannesWith boutique hotel openings and revived iconic landmarks, the little city on the Riviera is attracting the world's glitziest crowds once againBy Caitlin Raux Gunther
Eating & DrinkingI've been eating in Paris for nearly two decades, and these are the 34 restaurants I always recommendIt's not all croissants and steak frites – from falafel to fine dining, these are the best restaurants in Paris right nowBy Emily Monaco
Places to StayThe most romantic hotels in Paris for a couples getawayOur pick of the most romantic addresses in Paris, from private bijou gems to the city's most glamorous abodesBy Nicola Leigh Stewart
Eating & DrinkingThe precision theatre of Parisian dining has entered an era of warm nostalgiaThe French capital has long doubled up as Europe's gourmand hotspot – Rick Jordan pays the City of Light a visit to experience what the nexty generation of chefs are cooking upBy Rick Jordan
DestinationsA hiking trek through the wild terrains of CorsicaPart of France but closer to Italy, and occupied by a slew of powers throughout history, Corsica has always been fiercely protective of its unique identityBy Catherine Fairweather
Places To StayThe best hotels in ParisThe best hotels in Paris, chosen by Condé Nast Traveller editors, from the coolest new boutique hotels to affordable stays, the city's first palace-status hotel and the grandest of grand damesBy Sarah James
Places to StayMy Favourite Airbnb: a secluded haven within the walls of a UNESCO World Heritage SiteThis former Cardinal’s residence in Avignon is perfectly positioned for exploring the South of FranceBy Carys Elinor
Editor recommendations
Alila Jabal Akhdar, OmanOman, Nizwa,Read full reviewA fortress-like resort that blends Arab, Persian, and Indian design influencesPowered By: Booking.com
Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus, IstanbulTürkiye, Istanbul, Ciragan Caddesi No: 28Read full reviewOne of the city’s crown jewels – literallyPowered By: Booking.com
Four Seasons Hotel Prague, PragueCzech Republic, Prague, Veleslavinova 1098/2APowered By: Booking.com

JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square, SeoulSouth Korea, Seoul, 279 Cheonggyecheon-roRead full reviewA smart base in Seoul’s buzzing shopping district, where skyline cocktails, thoughtful service and a sense of history come as standardPowered By: Booking.com
JA Mar Hall Golf & Spa Resort, ScotlandUnited Kingdom, Bishopton, Mar Hall DrivePowered By: Booking.com
Food and drink
- Eating & Drinking11 best London breweries you need to visit this summerA brewery for every type of beer fanaticBy Ali Pantony and Tania Ballantine
Eating & DrinkingThe 10 best things to do in London this weekendCondé Nast Traveller's edit of the best things to do in London this weekend, from a brand-new rooftop destination in Brixton to a bank holiday flea marketBy Connor Sturges
Eating & DrinkingThe best doughnuts in London: 8 perfectly plump treatsFat, doughy, and sugar dusted – our love for them only grows. Here's where to grab yourself one of the best doughnuts in LondonBy Qin Xie
Eating & Drinking24 best pubs in London for foodThese are the London pubs serving the tastiest food, from Highgate Village to Putney Heath.By Connor Sturges and Sonya Barber
Eating & DrinkingThe most romantic restaurants in London: 25 sultry spots for date nightSet the scene on your next date night with our edit of the most romantic restaurants in London for a candlelit dinner à deuxBy Julie Sheppard and Liz Darke
Eating & DrinkingThe best wild kitchen experiences across the UKFrom Buckinghamshire to the Scottish lochs via Somerset and charming Cotswolds villages, these are the hottest al fresco tables across the UK right nowBy Heather Steele
Eating & DrinkingThe new London restaurants to try in May 2026These are the best new London restaurants to book this monthBy Sarah James
Eating & Drinking11 stylish rooftop bars in Shoreditch, London for al fresco adventuresFrom the glitziest addresses to laidback spots ideal for after-work tipples, these are the places we head to for a refreshing rooftop drink when the sun shinesBy Connor Sturges


Style & Culture
Where is Death in Paradise filmed? Behind the scenes of the BBC's most picturesque series
Each year, viewers are transported to the paradise Caribbean island of Saint Marie – but where is Death in Paradise filmed in real life?
By Connor Sturges

Places to Stay
What to wear for a summer wedding abroad and in the UK in 2026
From outfits that work in countryside destinations in Sicily to beachy spots in Ibiza, these are the best occasionwear looks for 2026
By Sarah Leigh Bannerman

Style & Culture
I've just spent the weekend in Paris, and these are the shoes all the fashion IT-girls are wearing
New Balance trainers are stepping all over the first arrondissement and beyond – I’m adding to cart immediately
By Charley Ward

Inspiration
Uncover the best of France’s increasingly exciting Loire Valley
Find out what’s drawing new attention to this exceptionally scenic pocket of France – from where to stay and eat to what to do
By Lauren Jade Hill

Destinations
Celebrating 10 years of my father’s sobriety with an Irish road trip through his home
Irish road trips are trending right now – here's why this heritage tour with my father meant much more
By Megan Rose Murray
Travel Tips
Is it safe to travel to East Africa amid the Ebola outbreak? Cases in Uganda and DRC put Kenya on high alert
Countries in the region are tightening airport screening after the World Health Organisation declared the Ebola outbreak in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo a global health emergency
By Scott Campbell

Places to Stay
The best boutique hotels in London for a city stay that feels extra special
The loveliest boltholes to call home in the capital
By Lauren Burvill

Style & Culture
Why the Rimowa Classic Cabin remains the ultimate airport power move
It has an iconic silhouette, lifetime guarantee and solid engineering. Here is our review of the £1,130 aluminium icon – including the one internal packing quirk you need to know
By Charley Ward

Style & Culture
Flying this May half-term? Here’s how UK travellers can prepare for EES disruption and fuel shortages
Many are anticipating flight disruption and airport chaos – here's what the experts say
By Ruchira Sharma

Inspiration
This iconic train line is back today for the first time in 70 years
Trips on the Flying Scotsman will be running in locations across the UK, giving people the opportunity to see and ride the beloved train
By Ruchira Sharma

Inspiration
Finland is inviting people to this summer's most unique dinner party (and you could attend)
Finland just launched its first-ever national tasting experience, and anyone, from anywhere, can apply for one of 16 seats
By Karina Acharya

Inspiration
Ranked: 10 beaches across England's coast that have been awarded Blue Flags for 2026
From surfing hotspots in Northumberland to stunning views of the white cliffs on the Kent coast
By Ali Pantony

Places to Stay
The best Mauritius villas for honeymoon-worthy views and all-day barefoot living
Expect private pools overlooking the Indian Ocean, breezy terraces and direct access to the island’s prettiest beaches
By Charley Ward

Style & Culture
From Waltz to Pop: How Vienna reinvented itself for its campest spectacle yet – Eurovision 2026
This is how a city synonymous with elegance and classical melodies adapts to host the Eurovision Song Contest 2026
By Connor Sturges

Destinations
A rare lunar event is lighting up UK skies this month
Not one, but two full moons can be seen in May
By Ruchira Sharma
