Travel

Think French flea markets are all luck and charm? Libs Nicholls, an expert in the art of brocanting, shares how to shop smart, spot value, and make the most of every moment.

Amid its many miles of entrancing coastline, the UK has a wealth of world-class beaches. Jenny Oldaker celebrates some British coastal destinations with a distinctly exotic appeal…

From age-old pilgrimage routes to salt-laced coastal paths, Rhiannon Batten strides out on six of the UK’s most spectacular ancient trails

Edinburgh, York and Bath rightfully draw attention, but step off the beaten track and you’ll find historic treasures galore in Britain’s smaller cities and towns

Thanks to a recent regeneration, the seaside town of Margate has its groove back. The momentum continues with a flurry of new hotels filling old buildings, and new antiques and interiors shops arriving on the scene

With its rolling landscapes, black-and-white villages, and inviting antiques hotspots, Herefordshire is an abundant county, rich in history and charm, discovers Lorna Fairey

A cloth town of great importance from the 15th to the late-18th century, Frome in Somerset is now on the map for its vintage fashion and sustainable clothing, as well as its buzzing antiques scene

With its charming blend of historic elegance and modern luxury, guests at The Bath Priory can enjoy croquet on the lawn, indulge in afternoon tea, and unwind in a cosy, art-filled atmosphere.

The medieval hilltop town of Asolo has captivated the imagination of visitors for centuries. Amanda Robinson finds out more about this beautiful – and romantic – Venetian gem...

An unassuming 16th-century inn in the Surrey Hills boasts beautiful, colour-drenched decor and elevated pub classics

Renowned for sumptuously decorated interiors, 25-mile menu and laidback affability, The Pig group of hotels has added another winner to its litter – The Pig in the Cotswolds

During the crisp winter months, the Scottish capital comes into its own with its captivating blend of history, architecture and culture. Emma Longstaff takes us on a tour of the city’s most magical sights...

Jenny Oldaker discovers Madeira’s capital to be an elegant, artistic place with wide open spaces, verdant beauty spots and a picture-perfect sea-facing location…

Bringing pine trees indoors is a much loved seasonal ritual, but Rhiannon Batten suggests heading out to enjoy wintry walks among Britain’s stateliest conifers instead

Avoid the crowds this autumn and head to this lesser-known city, says Karen Harvey. It’s filled with forward-thinking, eco-friendly businesses, green spaces and brilliant museums.

Fizzing fireworks, flaming bonfires or illuminated trails? Rhiannon Batten picks six historic venues commemorating the foiling of Guy Fawkes’ gunpowder plot this autumn

We explore some of Italy’s lesser-visited destinations, teeming with historic and cultural attractions, but without the crowds…

Much feted for its food scene, the small Welsh town of Narberth can also be applauded for its vintage and antiques offering, which has blossomed in recent years

Whether stationary or moving at a gentle rumble, vintage trains and trams are a wonderful way to step back in time and embrace your spirit of adventure

Champagne picnics, alliums in bloom and stiletto heels sinking into the lawn can only mean one thing: Glyndebourne’s opera season has begun. Established in 1934, Glyndebourne Festival turns 90 this year, with five operas performed from May to August, and an autumn season in October. Just six kilometres away lies the historic market town of Lewes, on the edge of the South Downs National Park

Once you’ve ambled around Brno’s cobbled squares and admired its castle, cathedral and terracotta-tiled homes, you may be left wondering why so many tourists overlook the Czech Republic’s second-largest city