Laura Menéndez

Valencia is a dream come true, and though it’s most known as a city break, much of its appeal is down to its abundance of brilliant Mediterranean beaches. That’s playas in Spanish, platges in the local Valencian language, by the way.  While there are a whopping seven kilometres of beaches within easy access of the city itself, just a short drive away lie even more stunning coastal spots to sunbathe, take a dip or hike your way along the coast. Oh, and there’s over 300 sunny days a year here, so surfing and sunbathing is a must. Here are the best beaches in Valencia.  RECOMMENDED:📍 The best things to do in Valencia🏘️ The best Airbnbs in Valencia🇪🇸 The best places to visit in Spain🏖️ The best beaches in Spain Chabe Rollán is a writer based in Spain. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. 

Glasgow is a perfect blanace of a city. Cracking live music venues and nightclubs. Bars full of character. An ever-growing young creative community keeping the party going. But then it’s stuffed full of Victorian architecture, museums and history.  Here you’ll find fantastic restaurants, great attractions and scenic strolls for days. In fact, you might just find yourself wanting to move here full time (everyone else is doing it). From green space to vintage shops, here are the best things to do in Glasgow right now.  RECOMMENDED:🍔 The best restaurants in Glasgow🍸 The best pubs in Glasgow🏨 The best hotels in Glasgow🏩 The best Airbnbs in Glasgow This guide was recently updated by Glasgow-based writer Laura Menéndez. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. This guide includes affiliate links, which have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines. 

Back in the day, Bilbao sometimes got overlooked as a near-perfect holiday destination, in favour of its more well-known neighbours like Barca and Madrid. But eventually the world caught on to its brilliance (obviously), and now tourists know it as one of Spain’s most essential cities. It’s a buzzing, gleaming city, as suited to a casual wonder and explore as it is to a strictly packed three-day itinerary.  From its glorious Guggenheim to its tasty pintxos (Bilbao’s tapas), Bilbao strikes a balance between a number of contrasts; cosmopolitan and traditional, wild and super chilled, sophisticated and daring. People often have to choose between here and San Sebastian, but if you’re after a proper city break, Bilbao is the one. From culture to food and markets to viewpoints, here are the best things to do in brilliant Bilbao right now.  RECOMMENDED: 🇪🇸 The best places to visit in Spain📍 The best things to do in Spain🛏 The best hotels in Spain😋 The best restaurants in Spain Planning your next trip? Check out our latest travel guides, written by local experts. 

Happy Pride Month, one and all! It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and to celebrate, we asked Time Out’s LGBTQ+-identifying writers and editors to tell us all about their favourite city on the planet. The resulting list covers all four corners of the globe, from the beaches of Brazil to the creative hub of Glasgow’s Southside. These are cities with a vibrant queer community, cities that support and protect LGBTQ+ citizens and visitors, and cities that are notable hubs for LGBTQ+ life in their respective countries and regions. So, what are the world’s most LGBTQ+-friendly cities? While we couldn’t possibly name them all, these are some of our favourites. RECOMMENDED:🗻 The world’s best places to travel alone🗺 The world’s most underrated travel destinations😎 The coolest neighbourhoods in the world  

What’s the vibe? A relaxed venue for beer connoisseurs and beer enjoyers alike. This craft brewery with on-site bar, restaurant, outside terrace and venue space offers visitors a sneak-peak into Glasgow’s industrial past. Staff are friendly, welcoming and attentive, and whether you’re looking for a Friday night venue or a chill pint on a week-day, their 26 rotating beers on tap have got you covered. On a sunny day the vibes on the terrace are immaculate. Check their website for gigs, comedy and more.  What are prices like?  Beers range from £1.75 to £7.30. Wines and spirits have slightly higher prizes. And cocktails have a flat rate of £8.95.  What should I order? Ask a member of staff if you have specific beer requests. They know their stuff. Want to try a bit of everything? Their beer flights are the best option – four third-sized pints, either picked by you or based on one of their selections. We also love the chicken burger.  What’s worth visiting nearby? Right next to the Drygate Brewery is the Tenant’s factory. You can indulge in a double-beer afternoon if you want to get to know Scotland’s national beer, Tennent’s later.  The best pubs in Glasgow. 

What is it?  Glasgow’s most famous big gothic attraction, with signature spires in tow. Glasgow cathedral was consecrated in 1197 and remains a sturdy and impressive example of Scottish gothic architecture both inside and out. The Necropolis is Glasgow’s gloriously atmospheric cemetery inspired by Père Lachaise in Paris.  Is it worth visiting? Ankle-length black leather coat and Demonia boots optional, look out over the city and wonder just how green and bucolic the view was more than two centuries ago. The view of the city and the cathedral from the Necropolis is not to be missed, and the Cathedral itself has one of the most impressive post-war collections of stained glass windows in Britain.  Is the cathedral free to visit? The cathedral is free to enter but donations are welcome. There is no wheelchair access to the lower church and the necropolis is not wheelchair accessible.  Where’s good to eat nearby? Head to Celentano’s for fresh pasta if you’re hungry, it’s right in front of the necropolis. Drygate Brewery offers food and is just around the corner. Twenty minutes from there is Denniestoun, and Duke Street is packed with coffee shops and eateries. Mesa does one of the best sandwiches in town.  The best restaurants in Glasgow. 

What is it? A lush green space with the grand Pollock House at the centre of its grounds. This slice of gorgeous countryside is just a rather scenic ten minutes away from Glasgow Central on the train. Once there, get the blood pumping with a stroll through serene surroundings, followed by some cooing over the Highland cows and Clydesdale horses.  Is it worth visiting and how long will I spend there? If you’re looking for a full day of relaxation and disconnecting, Pollock Park is a must. It has open spaces, food and drink, lots of art and you can spot highland cattle all year round. If you choose the right season, you’ll spot baby calves too.  Is parking free?  The Burrell Collection, Pollock Park and Pollock House are free. Parking at the Burrell collection costs £5 for 4 hours or £10 for the whole day. National Trust for Scotland members can use The Riverside Car Park at Pollock House and will not be charged. By the way, Pollock Park itself isn’t wheelchair friendly but Pollock House and the Burrell collection are.  Are there toilets? There are currently only toilets inside the Burrel Collection, as the toilets in the Old Stable Courtyard are closed for refurbishment. Toilets are free to use.  Where’s good to eat nearby? Burrell Collection is home to a restaurant and two coffee shops, and there’s the Old Kitchen Cafe at Pollock House. Fancying soups, stone-baked pizzas and sandwiches? You’re in luck (or just settle in for a