The ultimate Oltrarno neighbourhood guide
Places

Discover Oltrarno, the cool Florentine neighbourhood where centuries of artisanal legacy continue to shape its vibrant local scene

Places

Our pick of hot, hot, hot stays for high summer

Editors’ picks for July
Food & drink

We talk to the Spring and Petersham Nurseries talent about connecting over food, making crusts and cheese rinds go further, and why nettles need more love

Yes, chef: Heckfield Place's Skye Gyngell
Places

This season, the iconic group’s city crashpads and members’ clubs, with rooftop pools, tightly curated guestlists and hush-hush events are the hottest places to be

How to do summer at Soho House
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Discover Paris's 9th arrondissement, where Haussmann's grand boulevards weave seamlessly with the intimate charm of hidden local life, with resident scribe Divya Bala

The Ultimate 9th Arrondissement Neighbourhood Guide
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How to spend the perfect weekend in the French Riviera’s A-list-approved hub and beyond

48 hours in… Cannes
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In the late 19th century, Europe was captivated by Japan — now, one French hotel has renewed the love affair between East and West

The review: Parisian stay Hôtel Hana is a Japanist’s dream
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Sometimes our sense of adventure extends beyond the minibar, so here are the places that encourage you to embrace the great outdoors — and unleash a (healthy) competitive streak

Action stations: the best hotels for outdoor pursuits
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Smith scribe Martin Dickie tests out the headline-act hotels dotting the route between London and Somerset

Rest and fest: where to stay near Glastonbury
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Follow in the impressive charity’s wake with our pick of sea-saving stays

Turning tides with Blue Marine Foundation
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Smith scribe Hamish Roy discovers Turkey's classic and contemporary charms

The myth and majesty of the Turkish Riviera