Travel

Elina Mäkinen was the first Finnish woman to complete the Ice Mile. Here are her top ice bathing experiences, from plunges under the Northern Lights to paying homage to Arctic gods.

Canada's Mike Douglas stands at the vanguard of his hometown's ski culture. Here are his local favourites, from schussing down Peak to Creek to ahi poke at Sushi Village.

For 100 years, The Rockettes have symbolised Christmas in New York City. Now, troupe member Brooklyn Bronson shares her tips on how to enjoy the city's holiday magic.

She styles A-list fashionistas but really loves shopping for friends and family. Just in time for the holidays, here are Erin Walsh's top shops in her beloved hometown of NYC.

Colm Dalton is on a mission to rate every Irish pub in the world. He shares the best of the best in Dublin – the birthplace of Guinness.

Miami's famous drinks stand out for their distinctively Latino flavour profile. Mixologist Giovanny Gutierrez shares his favourites.

Road trips to national parks are a classic US travel experience. But for truly "wild" landscapes, venture to these remote protected lands you can only reach via boat or seaplane.

The last living von Trapp child still helps run the family resort in the mountains of New England – where fans of The Sound of Music can explore a little slice of Austria.

As Italy grapples with overtourism, a series of ancient trails resurrected by nuns winds through the forgotten landscapes where Benedictine monasticism shaped medieval Europe.

As warming winters threaten the future of snow, Laax has launched some of Switzerland's most ambitious sustainability projects, from on-demand gondolas to CO2-neutral lifts.

Lençóis Maranhenses looks like a desert, but it's alive with shimmering pools, remote villages and ancient paths that only local guides know how to read.

Data suggests that 2026 will be the year of quiet escapes, algorithm-shaped itineraries, ultra-personalised retreats and a return to slower, more intentional travel.

In the Moon-like landscape of Hanle, the jet-black skies reveal otherworldly starry skies that lure travellers from far and wide. But can locals preserve the natural darkness?

In Tempe, Arizona, Culdesac is reimagining US cities for people, not cars – and inviting travellers to explore its plazas, paseos and Mediterranean-inspired design.

In Oslo's Vulkan district, sustainability, style and everyday ease come together in a way that's making the Norwegian capital feel like Europe's most liveable city break.

Built on reclaimed land, Monaco's new Mareterra district blends cutting-edge sustainability with scenic sea views, offering a fresh way to explore the principality.

For as long as anyone can remember, residents in Gaziantep have been harvesting wild pistachios to make a unique, nutty brew that doubles as a home remedy.

Mexico is the world's largest exporter of beers. But one of its most beloved brews, Noche Buena, is only available for just a few weeks each year.

Over the past decade, international chefs have swept French culinary competitions with unprecedented frequency.

Experts explain how FOMO, social proof and performance culture have turned ordinary snacks into global must-queue experiences.