In Porto, all it takes is sitting by the Douro, listening to the Atlantic or retreating into a café to discover that travel can also mean doing less. We suggest a 48-hour escape to switch off, wander at your own pace, enjoy nature, discover art and make time for wellbeing, between the mouth of the […]
Medieval streets, bustling squares, markets, gardens and contemporary architecture. Here’s a two-day itinerary to discover Montpellier at your own pace, with no need to hire a car. Some cities require long journeys to reach their main attractions, while others seem made for exploring on foot. Montpellier belongs to the second group. Its historic centre is […]
In Venice, autumn slowly slips into the calli, shortening the days, softening the light over the lagoon and bringing radicchio, pumpkins and other cold-season produce back to the market stalls. It is also the season when slowing down comes naturally: stopping at the counter of a bacaro, ordering an ombra of wine, or stepping into […]
Less than 40 kilometres from Olbia, the sea disappears from the rear-view mirror and Sardinia changes face. Hills, granite, the Limbara forests and, above all, vineyards take over. Welcome to Berchidda, a small town in inland Gallura where Vermentino is not simply something to order as an aperitif: it is landscape, culture and an excellent […]
September sees the return of Granada’s university buzz. Cafés fill up again, as do bookshops and venues offering live music and street art. Neighbourhoods where everyday life coexists with centuries of history make this a great city break to discover Granada’s younger, more creative side. There is a time of year when Granada changes pace. […]
Beyond its broad urban beach, Agadir is an excellent base for discovering one of the most diverse landscapes in southern Morocco. In autumn, set off in search of hidden oases, Atlantic cliffs, bird reserves and small walled towns. Agadir has a beach that is hard to ignore. A long sweep of sand facing the Atlantic, […]
Prague at Christmas is beautiful, but December also means more expensive hotels, packed restaurants and some of Europe’s busiest squares. The good news is that, with a little planning, you do not have to give up the festive atmosphere — or stay next to the Astronomical Clock — to enjoy the city. If you are […]
From a lamp from another era to a chair turned into a museum piece: this route through Glòries invites you to understand Barcelona through the things it makes, preserves, sells, reuses and reimagines. There is a way to discover Barcelona that does not begin in front of a monument, but by rummaging through boxes. You […]
On the first two Sundays in September, San Sebastián’s most famous bay takes on a different look. Traineras fill the water, supporters take over the harbour and the city revives a tradition rooted in its fishing past. In 2026, the Bandera de La Concha takes place on 6 and 13 September: a perfect excuse to […]
There is more to Seville than its most visited monuments. This two- or three-day itinerary explores Triana’s workshops, the patios of the northern districts, neighbourhood markets and historic towns across the surrounding countryside. Day 1: Triana, ceramics and the opposite bank Start early at Triana Market, when the stalls selling fruit, fish and cured meat […]