Liv Kelly

We’ve made it through the coldest month of the year, the endless wait for that post-Christmas payday is finally over, and festival season 2026 is on our minds. By the time summer rolls around, Londoners will be absolutley spoilt for choice. With something taking place almost every weekend throughout the warmer months, you can forget trekking across the country to live in a field for five days; simply hop on the tube and before you know it you’re listening to your favourite artists, tinny to hand, knowing that there’s a hot shower and a cosy bed waiting for you once the day is over.  The future of events in Brockwell Park was thrown up in the air in 2025, but you’ll be glad to know that most of the south London park’s usual lineup of events will return in 2026, with Cross The Tracks, Field Day and Mighty Hoopla all in the diary for late May. And the line-up announcements for next year’s events are already coming in thick fast, with huge acts like Tyler, The Creator, Lewis Capaldi, Lorde, Lily Allen, Blood Orange and Deftones all set to take to London stages come the summer. Have a scroll through our comprehensive guide – which we keep meticulously updated with all the latest line-up announcements – and see what takes your fancy. RECOMMENDED: ⛺ The best UK music festivals🌍 The best festivals in Europe

Whether you’re an avid sunbather, sandcastle builder, swimmer or stroller, there are plenty of things that go into making a truly great beach. Is the scenery what you’re craving, or is it warm limpid waters? Are you a fan of endless stretches of sand, or more partial to charcoal-coloured pebbles? Thankfully, you don’t need to venture all the way to the Caribbean for brilliantly white shores, or all the way up into the mountains for some seriously dramatic landscapes. From the black sand of Iceland and the rugged coasts of Norway to the white sand of Croatia and tiny coves of Italy, Europe’s got us covered. Grab your sunnies, your beach towel, your bucket and spade – here’s our roundup of the continent's very best beaches. RECOMMENDED:🌃The best city breaks in Europe🌤️The most underrated travel destinations in Europe🏖️The best beaches in the world💕The most beautiful places in the world

Updated for 2026: Whatever you think of Netflix’s theatrical strategy, it continues to produce some of television’s most formally daring works, including Adolescence, a hard-to-watch but impossible to ignore limited series about an unimaginable crime. On the other end of the spectrum, there’s HBO’s hilariously profane The Righteous Gemstones, which stuck the landing in 2025 with its final season. In addition, we have moved Andor into the top 20 after its astounding second and final season.  Television used to be considered one of the lowest forms of entertainment. It was derided as ‘the idiot box’ and ‘the boob tube’. Edward R Murrow referred to it as ‘the opiate of the masses’, and the phrase ‘I don’t even own a TV’ was considered a major bragging right.  A lot has changed. Television is now the dominant medium in basically all of entertainment. The shift in perception is widely credited to the arrival of The Sopranos, which completely reinvented the notion of what a TV show could do. But that doesn’t mean everything that came before is primordial slurry. While this list of the greatest TV shows ever is dominated by 21st century programs, from The Wire to Succession to Adolescence, there are many shows that deserve credit for laying the groundwork for this current golden age.  Chiseling them down to a neat top 100 is difficult, so we elected to leave off talk shows, variety shows and sketch comedy, focusing on scripted, episodic dramas, comedies and miniseries. So don’t touc

Gig-tripping (that is, planning your holiday around a – you guessed it – gig) is not exactly a new phenomenon, but is instead proving to be a continuing trend of how we plan our holidays. Not only does planning a break around an event like seeing your favourite band instill the motivation you need to actually book, but it might well take you to cool, weird, and underrated places that you won’t have otherwise considered visiting.  In a brand new report published by travel search engine KAYAK, it seems that 44 percent of Gen Z plan on travelling for a music event this year. With that in mind, Time Out has compiled a list of all the most anticipated gigs, tours, and music events taking place across the world in 2026, which you most definitely should be travelling for.  RECOMMENDED:⚽ The biggest sport events worth travelling for in 2026🏜️ Time Out editors on where you should travel in 2026🌍 The best new things to do in the world this year Liv Kelly is Time Out’s travel writer. 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.

Things are getting more and more expensive here in Europe, and many of our reliably ‘cheap’ cities aren’t so cheap anymore. The hotspots in Greece, Spain, Italy and more that are plagued with overtourism are seeing hiked prices to match, and starting to look startingly similar across the board. But don’t fear: if budgets are tight this year, there’s still plenty of spots that won’t break the bank.  The best part? On the most part, this list of budget-friendly destinations tend to come hand in hand with other wins – we mean less tourists, less crowds, and the flights there are likely to be much cheaper too. Of course, it goes without saying that a ‘cheap city’ is highly subjective, depending on a whole load of factors: which city you’ve travelled in from, what time of year you’re visiting, how bougie your tastes are and all the rest of it. But the spots you’ll find below are lively, culture-packed, and generally incredibly good value for money. Read on for the cheapest (and best) cities to visit in Europe in 2026.  RECOMMENDED:📍 The best city breaks in Europe for 2026🌃 The most underrated travel destinations in Europe Ella Doyle is Time Out’s Europe editor. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by experts across Europe. 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. 

There’s a reason why so many romantic comedy films are set in London; quite simply, it’s one of the best places in the world to be loved up. The picturesque Little Venice, the historic Whispering Gallery at St Paul’s Cathedral, and the breathtaking Waterloo Bridge are among the many romantic places to visit at any time of year – and we can’t get enough. But to encourage your love to reach full bloom, it’s important to pick a hotel with the right kind of vibe. Breakfast in bed, complimentary cocktails upon arrival, and pampering spa packages are the sort of special touches that can make all the difference when you’re in the mood to woo... or maybe even pop the question! For the ultimate couple’s break, here are our hotels in London to cook up a bit of romance.  💞 January 2026: We’ve just added two of London’s best romantic hotel packages in time for Valentine’s Day in February – find them in spots number one and two on our list.   🛏️ Discover our list of the sexiest hotels in London How we curate our hotel lists Headed up by editor Joe Mackertich, our team at Time Out London spend their time reviewing hotels all over the Capital – new openings, old classics and everything in between – to bring you fresh, honest recommendations, all year round. Along with our pool of trusted hotel experts, every hotel on this list has been individually reviewed and selected for a reason: we’ve been there, we think it’s great and we’d genuinely recommend it. By the way, this article includes

Much of the northern hemisphere is set to shiver through single-digit temperatures for the forseeable. And while even southern Europe won’t reach properly hot temperatures until springtime 2026 at the earliest, there are still a handful of perfectly warm European destinations to visit in the mean time. From Greek Islands to the coasts of Spain and Portugal, parts of the continent experience wonderfully mild weather, even in the coldest winter months. Tans are not garuanteed, but balmy, sunny t-shirt weather? Most certainly. Here are our top picks in Europe for a healthy dose of glorious winter sun. What is the warmest place in Europe in winter? The undisputed champion of European heat in December and January? Unsurprisingly, Spain’s Canary Islands take the title. This archipelago of eight inhabited islands just off the coast of northwestern Africa is Europe’s winter sun champion, sitting pretty with December and January temperatures that many towns in Northern Europe would be happy with at the height of summer. The Canaries are particularly delightful at this time, and you might even spot some migrating humpback and fin whales. If it’s good enough for the world’s largest mammals, it is good enough for us. Besides, does it get much better than Christmas on the beach in the Canary Islands?  Europe’s best winter sun destinations at a glance ☀️ Best for scorching heat: The Canary Islands 🏛️ Best for a balmy city break: Cadiz, Spain 🏞️ Best for hiking and scenery: Madeira 📍 D

January 2026: Take advantage of the big post-Christmas lull to beat the crowds and explore London’s museums this January. The capital’s iconic institutions will be blissfully quiet as you catch up with last year's biggest openings, from Wes Anderson at the Design Museum to Marie Antoinette Style at the V&A. Don't miss the final weeks of the Barbican's iconoclastic fashion show Dirty Looks, or neglect to navigate your way to British Library's intriguing Secret Maps exhibition, both of which close this month. Or find out more great things to see this year with our pick of 2026's cultural highlights. Museums are one of the things that London does best. This city boasts grand institutions housing ancient treasures, modern monoliths packed with intriguing exhibits, and tiny rooms containing deeply niche collections – and lots of them are totally free to anyone who wants to come in and take a gander. And with more than 170 London museums to choose from, there's bound to be one to pique your interest, whatever you're in to.  Want to explore the history of TfL? We’ve got a museum for that. Rather learn about advertising? We’ve got a museum for that too. History? Check. Science? Check. 1940s cinema memorabilia, grotesque eighteenth-century surgical instruments, or perhaps a wall of 4,000 mouse skeletons? Check, check and check! Being the cultured metropolitans that we are, Time Out’s editors love nothing more than a wholesome afternoon spent gawping at Churchill’s baby rattle or some

Whether you’re a fully-fledged railfan or just a traveller who loves convenience, 2024 has been an unmatched year when it comes to new night services. Countries throughout Europe, in bids to make travelling more planet-friendly and affordable, have launched countless sleeper routes this year, meaning most of us now have plenty of motivation to swap flights for night trains on our next trip. In other words, sleeper trains are back, baby, and at Time Out, we’re here for it. With the option to hop on a train, journey thousands of miles and wake up in your destination (hopefully with enough energy to go out and explore), night services are kind of ideal scenarios, right? And luckily, you’ve got us train afficionados on hand to point you in the right direction. So, pack your bag, embark your cabin and settle in – here are the most exciting sleeper trains we can’t wait to ride in 2025.  RECOMMENDED:🌤️The most scenic railway journeys in Europe🗺️The ultimate Interrail itinerary for Europe🚂The most beautiful European train journeys from London🚞The best train journeys in the world 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. 

Solo female travel has gone far beyond ‘having a moment’ as more women than ever before continue to jet off on their own adventures, and it doesn’t look like the trend is going anywhere. That’s where we come in – Time Out has already compiled a guide on how to maximise your safety and minimise your stress on your first, third, or thirtieth solo trip, but now we’re here with a comprehensive guide to the best destinations in Europe. So, from whole countries which are known for their safety to cities with some of the world’s most outstanding public transport – all complimented with a helping of brilliant culture, pretty streets and impeccable local food, of course – here are our top picks for the best solo female travel destinations in Europe, with tips by our editors.  📍 READ MORE: Time Out’s ultimate guide to Europe Liv Kelly is Time Out’s travel writer. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by experts across Europe. 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. 

Whatever your vibe (and whatever your budget), London’s got it all – and anyone will find something they love here. Historic pubs, leafy parks and gardens and an unmatched restaurant scene make this city worth visiting year-round, but before you’ve booked anything in London, you kind of have to know where you’re going to be based. To get you started, we’ve rounded up the city’s best Airbnbs available to book right now, with expert tips from our local editors.  Should I choose an Airbnb or a hotel in London? London is not short on lovely hotels, ranging from budget to luxury and just about everything in between. But it’s fair to say that even the cheaper options cost a pretty penny – and you’ll often find them in more central, touristy areas in the city. If you want to live like a Londoner, an Airbnb can allow you to properly immerse yourself in a more residential area of London – and all the locally-loved bars, pubs and restaurants that come with it. You’ll find lots of our local tips below, but for a detailed breakdown of the best neighbourhoods to stay in London, check out our ultimate area guide. More of a hotels guy? No problem. Here’s our list of the best hotels in London.  📍 RECOMMENDED: Ultimate guide to the best hotels and Airbnbs in London Who makes the cut? While we might not stay in and review every Airbnb featured, our writers have based our list on expert knowledge of the destination covered, editorial reviews, user reviews, amenities and in-depth research to

Now that the festive season is well and truly over, we can’t be the only ones who have stopped and suddenly felt the urge to type ‘symptoms of vitamin D deficiency’ into Google. There are a good couple of months of dark evenings and chilly temperatures ahead for those residing in the northern hemisphere, after all, so why not beat the January blues and look over your options for some sun? Plenty of places bask in warmer temperatures at this time of year. But rather than fight for beach space in Tenerife, why not think outside the box? From a black sand beach town in Madeira to an off-grid Brazilian island, these are some of our favourite beyond-the-obvious destinations for a hit of winter sun, all with temperatures above the mid-teens (Celsius, obvs).  RECOMMENDED:🏰 The most underrated travel destinations in the world🗺️ Time Out editors on where you should travel in 2026🌍 The best new things to do in the world this yearLiv Kelly is Time Out’s travel writer. 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.

Lisbon strikes an unmatched balance of spontaneous small town energy while ticking all the criteria a great city should – stellar restaurants and bars, cool museums, top-tier places to go shopping and plethora of unique and interesting neighbourhoods to explore. It’s that balance which is also somehow executed by ME Lisbon, a large luxury stay in Marquês do Pombal which, despite its glassy exterior, intimidatingly polished lobby and sheer size, is an unabashedly friendly and thoughtfully designed hotel that I would definitely return to.  Why stay at ME Lisbon? While this hotel is big, corporate, and ultra luxurious, the warmth of the service, the excellent restaurant and the tasteful design mean it still feels quintessentially Lisbon. Sure, it’s a far cry from the whimsical little boutique hotels you’ll find in Alfama or the city centre, but ME Lisbon, armed not only with a friendly team, good food and a marvellous scent (literally everything smells good – even the air in the lifts) but also a downright beautiful spa and rooftop pool mean you can properly kick back here.  What are the rooms like at ME Lisbon? There are 213 rooms at ME Lisbon, with a whopping 12 different types to choose from – we stayed in an expansive Beyond ME+ Suite Street View which overlooked Avenue António Augusto de Aguiar and bragged a walk-in dressing area with shedloads of storage, a bar and mini fridge, living space and Smart TV, plus a bedroom area and a vast and luxurious en suite.  The entire sp

It’s been four years since Mozart’s revered comedy was performed on a London stage, but the English National Opera’s upcoming production of Così fan tutte has had some whimsy injected thanks to a collaboration with Improbable, an improv-based theatre company. The opera follows the outcome the cynical placing of a bet by two soldiers, Ferrando and Guglielmo, that if tested their fiancées, Fiordiligi and Dorabella, would have affairs, and soprano Lucy Crowe OBE and mezzo-soprano Taylor Raven are starring as the two sisters.  With Olivier Award-winner Phelim McDermott at the helm and Critics’ Circle Young Talent Award winner Dinis Sousa conducting, this co-production (in partnership with New York’s Metropolitan Opera), written originally at the height of Mozart’s career in the 1790s, has now been transformed by set (by Tom Pye) and costume design (by Laura Hopkins) to unfurl on 1950s Coney Island.

Montreal is a cool city – and I don’t just mean literally. From its dazzling fine art museum whose architectural engineering is just as outstanding as its collections, to its hearty, diverse food, stylish bars, top-tier shopping and an actual underground network of streets (yes, really), it’s somewhere I recommend you move to the top of your bucket list for 2026. And when you do pay a visit, the Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile is ready and waiting to greet you. Just like the city, this hotel has an effortless, stylish je ne sais quoi about it, largely thanks to the conclusion of a recent site-wide refurbishment. The result? A comfortable and exceptionally well-run hotel, perched on one of the coolest streets in the world. Why stay at Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile? The Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile is, simply, an expertly run hotel. The service is attentive but not overbearing, the rooms and suites are spacious with considerate details, and you’re in a handy Downtown location, just minutes from the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and Mount Royal.  On top of all that, the hotel has impressive environmental credentials – it was awarded 5 Green Keys in early 2025, the highest possible certification from eco-label programme Green Key Global, plus a local Montreal sustainability award – thanks to details such as its policy on using no paper or plastic bottles. It’s also platinum certified by SHe Travel Club, a certification platform for women travellers. What are the rooms like at Sofitel

Through the MacSmiths Repair Shop on Hackney Road is where you’ll find this cave-like, perfect-for-the-winter cocktail bar. We arrived drenched from the rain into the pleasantly toasty, warmly but lowly-lit space which sits at the bottom of a small staircase, and the vibe feels most like the den of a whacky old professor – think kooky portraits, cluttered old computer monitors and even something called a poem-o-graph. This is the place to come if you’re trying to ‘get into’ whisky. As of 2025, the bar is run by the same team behind the nearby Absinthe Parlour at The Last Tuesday Society, and not only does it have 24 different kinds on an evolving roster (when a bottle runs out, a new whisky replaces it), but they also have Whisky Wednesdays for tastings and specially curated cocktail menu. It’s no surprise they refer to themselves as a ‘whisky bunker’. For a crash course on whisky without committing to a full drink, there were three flight options on the menu: the ‘world wonderer’, the ‘smoke stack’ and the brilliant dessert trolley, which included notes of tropical vanilla, honeycomb and banana bread – it’s definitely one for those of us with a sweet tooth. Service is suitably laid-back, and if you’re overwhelmed by the lengthy list of options, you won’t feel too intimidated to seek out some recommendations from the bar staff about the drinks or well-paired snacks. Order this If, like me, you’re a fan of cocktails that’ll make your face scrunch up, order the Pickleback Sour.

St Martin's Voices and St Martin's Brass will this year be bringing us some stunningly festive performances of glorious music, carol singing and festive readings. Conducted by Andrew Earis, expect to hear beloved classic songs such as ‘The Holly and the Ivy’ and ‘O Holy Night’ plus the audience carols of ‘Hark! The Herald Angels Sing’ and ‘In the Bleak Midwinter’. Set against the beautiful backdrop of St Martin-in-the-Fields Church, these concerts promise to be a magical start to Christmas. 

What’s the vibe?  This space is one of Brighton’s most refined restaurants. It sits on Upper Market Street unbeknownst to the majority of passers-by, which gives it an exclusive, elevated vibe. The restaurant is tastefully and simply furnished with lots of pale wood and natural light giving it a beachhouse feel, and that is reflected in the menu.  What should I order?  The menu here changes regularly, but there’ll be a three-course set lunch menu for £35 per person or a decadent six-course option at dinner time which costs £85 per person. Each will include simple but super elegant seafood dishes, and the restaurant’s signature dish, the egg and soldiers, will (hopefully) be available at dinner time.

What’s the vibe?  In a nutshell, the vibe here is casual, speedy and really, really tasty. It’s unlikely you’ll wait long for your food to arrive, nor will you be at the table for much more than an hour, but we guarantee every second will be worth it. Why? Well, Bincho’s isn’t just a favourite of Brighton’s locals, but also of its chefs. What should I order? The chef here describes himself as an Izayaka fanatic, and after spending three years in Japan finessing the cooking techniques, you can bet that this is the most authentic take on southeast Asian cuisine that Brighton has to offer. There aren’t any duds on this menu – the only mistake would be not arriving ravenous.  

You might expect a Grade I National Trust property to be a bit of a stuffy and impersonal place to stay for a weekend, but Bodysgallen Hall, a lovingly restored manor house on Pydew Mountain in north Wales, is quite the opposite.  The hotel provided us tired, post-hike guests with a stay so comforting that, despite its looming size, felt more like we were at the home of an impossibly wealthy relative than a high-end hotel. Swathed by crackling fires, good, tasty food and amiable staff, this place is primed for a properly restful weekend.  Why stay at Bodysgallen Hall?  If you don’t just want a break from your day-to-day life but some proper respite from the 21st century, this is the place to stay. Bodysgallen Hall’s Main House feels a bit imposing as you approach it, but there’s something undeniably old-timey and welcoming about the place once you’ve stepped inside.  It brags all the traditional quirks that a proper country estate should, with comically low ground-floor ceilings, dark wood-panelled walls, heartily-stoked fires and marshmallow-like armchairs throughout the reception area and jumbled hallways, and much of it was built around 600 years ago. Though modern elements (speedy wifi and high-pressure showers) have seeped through, a weekend here still feels like you’ve dipped back into a different era.  What are the rooms like at Bodysgallen Hall? The Main House bedrooms could well remind you of a grandparent’s house, and I mean that as a compliment. The furnishings are

What’s the vibe?  Picture crisp white tablecloths, immaculately manicured waiters and an elevated, classy atmosphere, and you’ve pretty much got the opposite of Halisco. This is not the place for a formal evening dinner, but it most definitely is the place to take someone you’re trying to impress. Lip-smacking cocktails, inexplicably tasty Mexican-inspired small plates and an efficient, friendly, knowledgeable team of locals are what make this place so damn brilliant – and I bet my margarita that you’ll be telling your friends about it.  What are the prices like? The menu here follows a small-plates format – you’ll have snacks sitting around or just below £4, small plates, which range roughly from £8-£12, and of course the tacos, which tend to start at £9.50 for two. Lucky enough to swing by in the summer months? There could well be a salad and ceviche section, which last year started at £6. Mix it up, and don’t expect things to arrive in order.  What should I order? Halisco’s menu changes seasonally, but be sure to start your dinner with corn chips and guac, order the tenderstem broccoli (if it’s available) in whatever form it comes, and – even if you’re a meat eater – the oyster mushroom birria tacos. To wash it down, my go-tos are either a hibiscus margarita or a modelo chelada.  What’s worth visiting nearby? The newly opened Bar Halisco! Perched just over the road is Halisco’s brand-new sister venue, which opened just in time for National Margarita Day 2025. It’s got all

Despite being labelled by a cursive, neon pink signpost above its entrance, you could easily miss Viajante87 – it’s hidden in plain sight amidst the noise and fluorescence of Notting Hill Gate, and once you’re inside, feels miles away from all that too. The room is draped in moody layers and furnishings of rich teal with touches of gold, giving it a particularly luxe feel which is matched by the vibe of the service. Everything here is quite formal: we were met by a security guard who radioed a host to collect us at the bottom of the stairs, and, behind a heavy velvet curtain, were greeted with a cheery and unnervingly synchronised ‘hola!’ from the bartenders. That’s because, as is detailed on the cocktail menu, Viajante87 is based around the concept of ‘drinking like a local’, with your choices all inspired by flavours which hail from Central and South America. The three main sections on the menu are organised to mimic the stages of a journey: they’re branded as ‘comfortable’ (aperitif-like drinks), ‘curious’ (a little stronger) and ‘courageous’ (digestifs). If you’re feeling really courageous, you could even ignore the order in which they’ve designed the menu, though this lot clearly know what they’re doing.  Order this On the ‘be curious’ page of the menu, you’ll find the Pura Pache, a clean and fruity long drink which is a good light cocktail to kick things off. But if you’re a fan of bitter, negroni-esque flavours, don’t skip over the Blood Moon.  Time Out tip While this

Given it’s the second largest island in the Mediterranean (after Sicily), Sardinia brags quite a lot of coastline – 2,000 km, to be exact. Scenic beaches aren’t hard to come by here, but Delphina’s Valle dell’Erica occupies a particularly glorious spot on the island’s northern tip, on a plush green hillside where the coastal breeze ripples through the grass. Sounds lovely, right? On a clear day you can see across to Corsica, and when it’s hazy – as it was on my visit – you’re still surrounded by the ocean. Long story short, spectacular views are guaranteed.  Such vistas are best soaked in from the panoramic breakfast terrace in the main hotel building. Incidentally, the breakfast buffet is the only place where you’ll actually remember you’re in a resort. Valle Dell’Erica feels more like a small hilltop town: there are seven bars, seven restaurants, four pools, an enormous spa and a whopping 273 rooms. This sprawling complex houses two separate hotels: Hotel Erica (a slightly larger space with 148 rooms, catered to families) and Hotel La Licciola (a smaller, couple-oriented hotel, where 17 of the 125 rooms have access to an exclusive area and private pool). Rooms are cloistered in small blocks of three or four, each comfortably if plainly furnished, and are built with local granite and cork. From the resort’s beaches, the buildings appear to dissipate into the land – the brand calls this design ‘low visual impact’, a move to protect Sardinia’s coastline from the threat of towe

Given it’s the second largest island in the Mediterranean (after Sicily), Sardinia brags quite a lot of coastline – 2,000 km, to be exact. Scenic beaches aren’t hard to come by here, but Delphina’s Valle dell’Erica occupies a particularly glorious spot on the island’s northern tip, on a plush green hillside where the coastal breeze ripples through the grass. Sounds lovely, right? On a clear day you can see across to Corsica, and when it’s hazy – as it was on my visit – you’re still surrounded by the ocean. Long story short, spectacular views are guaranteed.  Such vistas are best soaked in from the panoramic breakfast terrace in the main hotel building. Incidentally, the breakfast buffet is the only place where you’ll actually remember you’re in a resort. Valle Dell’Erica feels more like a small hilltop town: there are seven bars, seven restaurants, four pools, an enormous spa and a whopping 273 rooms. This sprawling complex houses two separate hotels: Hotel Erica (a slightly larger space with 148 rooms, catered to families) and Hotel La Licciola (a smaller, couple-oriented hotel, where 17 of the 125 rooms have access to an exclusive area and private pool). Rooms are cloistered in small blocks of three or four, each comfortably if plainly furnished, and are built with local granite and cork. From the resort’s beaches, the buildings appear to dissipate into the land – the brand calls this design ‘low visual impact’, a move to protect Sardinia’s coastline from the threat of towe

With great seafood, charming coasts and shedloads of sun, Sicily is a popular hotspot for summer holidays – but the Italian island has also seen its fair share of extreme weather events.  A significant landslide saw chunks of land on the southern side of the island collapse throughout Sunday and Monday, which is obviously worrying news if you’re travelling imminently. That’s why we’ve compiled a guide on the latest advice, including information on the affected area and what your rights are if you have a trip booked.  What’s happening in Sicily right now? Niscemi is a little town in the Caltanissetta province, on Sicily’s southern side. On Sunday January 25, after the ground was pummeled by Storm Harry, a 4km stretch of the town’s cliff edge collapsed and more than 1,500 residents were evacuated to stay at the homes of relatives and in a local sports arena.  According to the BBC, parts of the cliff continued to crumble on Monday January 26 and the land had dropped by another 10 metres on Tuesday morning.  Is it safe to travel? Thankfully no fatalities or casualties have been reported as a result of this landslide, however, according to the town’s mayor Massimiliano Conti, ‘the situation is dire, especially since the creaking continues, and the rain isn’t helping either the relief operations or the technical surveys’. As of Tuesday, schools in the town remained closed, as is the road connecting Niscemi with Gela, according to the Guardian. Sicily’s civil protection authority be

A start-up is exactly what it sounds like – a business which has, you guessed it, recently started up – and while you might be thinking that unless you’re a budding entrepreneur, this ranking might not be so relevant to you, that’s actually not the case.  Sure, an index evaluating a city’s ‘entrepreneurial activity, innovation, talent development, and business agility’ might sound like a load of jargon from the interview stage on the Apprentice, but as Multipolitan puts it, ‘startups recycle local wealth, train the next generation of builders, and signal to the world that a city is open for possibilities.’ Recommended: These are the best cities in the world, according to Time Out.  Photograph: Nicholas J Klein / Shutterstock So, where in the world is the best city for nurturing start-ups? Well, in a not-so-surprising turn of events, San Francisco has claimed the top spot, thanks to its ‘unparalleled venture capital depth, density of start-ups, and a mature innovation ecosystem supported by strong digital and talent infrastructure’.  But the city has a whole lot more going for it than that – with a brilliant nightlife scene, funky neighbourhoods and impressive arts spaces, as well as the iconic hills, cable cars and Golden Gate Bridge, there’s a lot more personality to this city than just business.  In second place is the Swiss city of Zurich, with Dubai claiming third place. Two other American hubs have made their way into the top 10, as well as some major east Asian cities

Sure, great British bands have hailed from eternally cool cities like Manchester, Liverpool and Glasgow, but St Albans has also played a role in nurturing iconic musical talent, and its most famous export Enter Shikari have just announced a European tour.  That’s right, the electronicore rock band are embarking on what Frontman Rou Reynolds has described as the band’s ‘biggest tour ever’ with massive shows scheduled across Europe and the UK, so we’ve rounded up everything you need to know about ticket sales, prices, support acts and dates.  Recommended: The 8 best concerts worth travelling for in 2026.  When will Enter Shikari go on their European tour in 2026? Kicking off in Hamburg and concluding with two nights at London’s Alexandra Palace, Enter Shikari have got 14 dates across Europe and the UK scheduled for the autumn – have a look at when they’ll land in your city below: Nov 3 – Sporthalle, Hamburg  Nov 4 – Zenith, Munich  Nov 5 – Haus Auensee, Leipzig  Nov 6 – Mitsubishi Electric Hall, Dusseldorf  Nov 7 – Columbiahalle, Berlin  Nov 10 – Forest National, Brussels  Nov 11 – 013, Tilburg  Nov 13 – Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham  Nov 14 – Utilita Arena, Cardiff  Nov 15 – Connexin Live, Hull  Nov 18 – Hydro, Glasgow  Nov 19 – Co-op Live, Manchester  Nov 20 – Alexandra Palace, London  Nov 21 – Alexandra Palace, London Read our guide on everything you need to know about the UK shows.  When do tickets go on sale? Tickets for Enter Shikari’s tour will go on sale this Friday Ja

En Time Out vivimos y respiramos vida urbana, pero somos muy conscientes de que no es nada barato vivir en los centros culturales más emocionantes del mundo, en los núcleos de vida nocturna y en los lugares imprescindibles cuando se trata de buena gastronomía, compras y entretenimiento. Por eso, el Índice del Coste de Vida anual de Numbeo resulta tan revelador, y acaba de publicarse el correspondiente a 2026. El estudio evalúa los costes del alquiler, los restaurantes, la cesta de la compra y el poder adquisitivo local, y combina todos estos factores para ofrecernos dos clasificaciones del coste de vida: una que incluye el alquiler y otra que no. Puede que te preguntes por qué existe una clasificación sin incluir el alquiler, pero para los viajeros es útil saber qué lugares son los más caros únicamente en lo que respecta a los gastos del día a día, ¿verdad? Antes de desvelar las ciudades que encabezan el ránking, te adelantamos que Barcelona no se encuentra ni entre las 50 ni entre las 100 primeras, sino entre las 200, concretamente en la posición 228, con una puntuación global del coste de vida de 59,2. Foto: Shutterstock El top 3 Así pues, encabezando esta lista (y en segundo lugar tras Nueva York cuando se incluye el alquiler), se encuentra Zúrich. Su puntuación global en el índice del coste de vida es de 118,5, con un índice de alimentación de 115,4, una puntuación en restaurantes de 121 y un poder adquisitivo local de 164,4. Sin embargo, Suiza es conocida por ser espec

A Time Out vivim i respirem vida urbana, però som molt conscients que no és gens barat viure als centres culturals més emocionants del món, als nuclis de vida nocturna i als llocs imprescindibles quan es tracta de bona gastronomia, compres i entreteniment. Per això, l’Índex del Cost de Vida anual de Numbeo és tan revelador, i acaba de publicar-se el corresponent al 2026. L’estudi avalua els costos del lloguer, els restaurants, la cistella de la compra i el poder adquisitiu local, i combina tots aquests factors per oferir dues classificacions del cost de vida: una que inclou el lloguer i una altra que no. Potser et preguntaràs per què hi ha una classificació sense incloure el lloguer, però per als viatgers és útil saber quins llocs són els més cars només pel que fa a les despeses del dia a dia, oi?  Abans de desvelar les ciutats al capdamunt del rànquing, us avancem que Barcelona no es troba ni entre les 50, ni entre les 100 primeres, sinó entre les 200, concretament en la posició 228, amb una puntuació global del cost de vida del 59,2.  Foto: Shutterstock El top 3 Així doncs, encapçalant aquesta llista (i en segon lloc darrere de Nova York quan s’hi inclou el lloguer) hi ha Zúric. La seva puntuació global a l’índex del cost de vida és de 118,5, amb un índex d’alimentació de 115,4, una puntuació en restaurants de 121 i un poder adquisitiu local de 164,4. Tanmateix, Suïssa és coneguda per ser especialment cara, i les seves ciutats ocupen, de fet, les sis primeres posicions, a

2026年もこの時期となり、今年最初の四半期版「ヘンリー・パスポート・インデックス」が発表された。 世界各国のパスポートをランク付けしたもので、順位はビザなしで入国できる国・地域の数を基準に決定される。2025年10月のランキングと比べると、勢力図にはいくつか注目すべき変動が見られた。 7月、10月に続き、今回も首位に立ったのはシンガポールだ。同国のパスポート保持者は、ビザなしで192の国・地域に入国でき、これは世界のどの国をも大きく引き離す数字である。 2位は日本と韓国が並んだ。いずれも188の国・地域へのビザなし渡航が可能だ。日本は前回の3位から順位を上げた形となる。ほかにも、スウェーデンが6位から3位へと3ランク上昇し、ルクセンブルク、デンマーク、スペイン、スイスと並ぶ位置についた。イギリスも8位から7位へと小幅ながら順位を上げている。 10月のランキングではトップ10圏外に落ちていたアメリカだが、今回順位を取り戻し、単独で10位に返り咲いた。ランキングの続きは以下の通りだ。 世界で最も強力なパスポート 1. シンガポール2. 日本、韓国3. ルクセンブルク、デンマーク、スペイン、スイス、スウェーデン4. オーストリア、ベルギー、フィンランド、フランス、ドイツ、イタリア、ギリシャ、アイルランド、オランダ、ノルウェー5. ハンガリー、ポルトガル、スロバキア、スロベニア、アラブ首長国連邦6. クロアチア、チェコ、エストニア、マルタ、ニュージーランド、ポーランド7. オーストラリア、ラトビア、リヒテンシュタイン、イギリス8. カナダ、アイスランド、リトアニア9. マレーシア10. アメリカ 関連記事 『The world’s most powerful passports in 2026 – with one European country jumping from sixth to third place（原文）』 『2026年、世界で注目するべき26のこと』 『2026年に訪れるべき「世界最高の観光村」が発表』 『世界で最も素晴らしいアール・デコ建築9選』 『世界最高のエコノミークラス座席が明らかに、日本航空が首位に輝く』 『20万人以上の旅行者が選んだ世界で「最も魅力的な国」、日本が第1位に選出』 東京の最新情報をタイムアウト東京のメールマガジンでチェックしよう。登録はこちら  

At Time Out, we live and breathe city life – but we’re all too aware that it ain’t cheap to live in the world’s most exciting cultural centres, nightlife hubs and places to be when it comes to amazing food, shopping and entertainment. That’s why Numbeo’s annual Cost of Living index is so enlightening, and it’s just landed for 2026. The research evaluates the costs of rent, restaurants, groceries, and local purchasing power, and combines all of these to give us two cost of living rankings – one that includes rent and one that does not.  Recommended: The world’s most (and least) expensive cities, according to locals. Photograph: Marina Datsenko / Shutterstock.com You might be wondering why there’s one without rent costs included, but as travellers, it’s handy to know which places are the most expensive for just the day-to-day costs, right?  So, topping that list (and coming second after New York when rent is included) is Zurich. Its overall cost of living index score is 118.5, with a groceries index of 115.4, restaurant score of 121, and local purchasing power of 164.4.  However, Switzerland is notoriously pricey, and Swiss cities actually occupy the top six spots, with Geneva, Basel, Lausanne, Lugano and Bern closely following behind the country’s largest city. As for the rest of the top 10, New York (unsurprisingly) comes in at number 7, the brilliant Icelandic capital Reykjavik comes in at number 8, and two other hubs in the USA round out the list. These are the 10 cities

Ah, Harry Styles – heartthrob for millions, ex-One Directioner turned world-renowned solo artist, and, randomly, unexpected star of an NHS cervical screening meme – is back not only with new music (his latest single ‘Aperture’ was released on Friday January 23) but also with a tour.  Residencies in seven different cities from the late spring into winter 2026 have been announced, including in London and Amsterdam, with dazzling support acts set to accompany what will surely be a brilliant new disco album. Oh, and tickets go on sale this week, so we’ve rounded up everything you need to know about presale, general sale, dates and ticket prices.  Recommended: The 8 best concerts worth travelling for in 2026.  When is Harry Styles going on his European tour in 2026? Harry Styles is taking his Together Together tour for two residencies in the UK and Europe – one at the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam, the other at Wembley Stadium in London. Below are all the dates announced so far.  May 16 - Johan Cruijff ArenA, Amsterdam  May 17 - Johan Cruijff ArenA, Amsterdam  May 20 - Johan Cruijff ArenA, Amsterdam  May 22 - Johan Cruijff ArenA, Amsterdam  May 23 - Johan Cruijff ArenA, Amsterdam  May 26 - Johan Cruijff ArenA, Amsterdam June 12 - Wembley Stadium, London  June 13 - Wembley Stadium, London  June 17 - Wembley Stadium, London  June 19 - Wembley Stadium, London  June 20 - Wembley Stadium, London  June 23 - Wembley Stadium, London View this post on Instagram A post

É óptimo frequentar uma universidade bem classificada, mas mesmo as melhores instituições de ensino superior do mundo têm pontos fortes e fracos. Por isso, em 2025, a Times Higher Education lançou um ranking das universidades mais destacadas por área científica, a complementar a sua lista anual das melhores universidades em geral. Então, qual é o melhor sítio para cada área em 2026? Tal como em 2025, o Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) lidera nas áreas de artes e humanidades, negócios e economia, bem como nas ciências sociais. RECOMENDADO: As melhores cidades do mundo para a Geração Z viver, segundo a própria Geração Z A Universidade de Oxford, eleita a melhor instituição do mundo no ranking geral de Outubro, mantém-se como a melhor em ciência de computadores e medicina, enquanto Harvard continua a ser a referência em engenharia e ciências da vida. No entanto, apesar de a Universidade de Stanford conservar o primeiro lugar em estudos da educação e direito, deixou de liderar em psicologia. Em 2026, esse lugar pertence à Universidade de Cambridge. Veja abaixo a lista completa. As melhores universidades do mundo por área de estudo em 2026 Artes e humanidades – MIT   Negócios e economia – MIT   Ciência de computadores – Universidade de Oxford   Estudos da educação – Universidade de Stanford   Engenharia – Universidade de Harvard   Direito – Universidade de Stanford   Ciências da vida – Universidade de Harvard   Medicina e saúde – Universidade de Oxford   Ciências físic

Ya sean islotes rocosos frente a la costa de Italia, populares destinos griegos como Santorini o las volcánicas y soleadas Canarias, una cosa está clara: Europa tiene islas maravillosas. Como podéis imaginar, muchas de las más famosas se llenan de visitantes durante la temporada alta. Para ayudaros a disfrutar de unas vacaciones más tranquilas –y pensando también en los locales– la empresa de alquiler de coches Avis ha analizado la popularidad de las islas europeas, según el volumen de búsquedas y los hashtags en Instagram. La empresa ha elaborado así dos listas: la de las islas más concurridas y la de las menos concurridas. ¿Quién lidera la primera lista? En primer lugar está Ibiza —y no, tampoco nos sorprende. Conocida como una de las capitales mundiales de la fiesta y la música electrónica, acumula más de 20 millones de hashtags en Instagram y casi dos millones de búsquedas mensuales. Foto: Shutterstock Malta ocupa la segunda posición entre las más saturadas, con más de tres millones de búsquedas mensuales y diez millones de hashtags. Mallorca queda en tercer lugar, con 1,5 millones de hashtags y, al igual que Ibiza, cerca de dos millones de búsquedas mensuales. ¿No os apetece pelear con las multitudes en estos destinos? Quizás deberíais considerar visitar Lesbos, una de las islas menos visitadas del norte del Egeo, con solo 155.000 hashtags y 135.000 búsquedas mensuales. Porto Santo, una isla portuguesa, ocupa el segundo lugar entre las más tranquilas, con apenas 201.00

Expansive oceanfront resorts or historic city-centre boutiques, contemporary and innovative or charming and rustic: hotels come in all shapes and sizes, and the mark of a good hotel comes down not just to the quality of service or convenient location, but also your own personal taste.  However, a little expert insight never hurt anyone, and it wasn’t long ago that World’s 50 Best announced its roundup of the most glorious hotels on the planet for 2025.  But excitingly, to supplement that list, the platform has also unveiled a sparkling list of all the most lavish, enticing and idyllic new openings we can look forward to booking this year – and there are some showstopping places to stay on the roundup.  Image: Amanvari courtesy of Aman The first of these is Amanvari, a collection of stylish modern villas along the coast of the Sea of Cortes in Baja California, Mexico. What the brand calls ‘organic, contemporary design’ features earth-toned colours and lots of wood, as well as floor-to-ceiling glass walls to allow the surrounding nature to permeate the interiors.  Image: Kulu Ora Lodge by Wildplaces Africa Image: Kulu Ora Lodge by Wildplaces Africa Another new opening that should be on the radar of nature lovers is the Kulu Ora Lodge by Wildplaces Africa, which is nestled in Murchison Falls National Park in Uganda. It’s scheduled to open early this year, and is home to 11 individual canvas suites which each come with copper bathtubs and private plunge pools. Impressively,

Claro que dá sempre jeito dizer aos amigos para onde planeia viajar este ano e receber pastas do Google Maps cheias de restaurantes e bares testados e aprovados. Mas, se quer ir para um sítio que pareça verdadeiramente inexplorado, a KAYAK tem a solução. O motor de busca de viagens analisou novos dados e lançou a segunda edição do relatório What the Future, que concluiu que 71% da Geração Z e 75% dos millennials desejam destinos “por descobrir”. O estudo baseia-se em dados da comunidade do TikTok e a lista de lugares que deverão tornar-se populares este ano é, no mínimo, intrigante. No topo está a encantadora cidade irlandesa de Cork, o segundo maior centro urbano do país e, para muitos, a irmã mais nova, mais descontraída e cool de Dublin. É excelente para explorar a pé, cheia de bons sítios para comer, conhecida informalmente como a capital gastronómica da Irlanda, e funciona como base prática para caminhadas na região. Gougane Barra e a península de Sheep’s Head valem bem levar as botas de trilho. Passe pela cidade durante o Cork Fringe Festival, de 8 a 10 de Maio, e aproveite o teatro e a comédia espalhados por vários espaços, além de uma boa selecção de pubs irlandeses clássicos. The Mutton Lane Inn e Coughlan’s são duas referências, mas há muito mais para descobrir. Photograph: Shutterstock| Chingqong, China Em segundo e terceiro lugar, segundo a KAYAK, surgem dois destinos chineses: Chongqing, uma cidade no planalto de Yungui, rodeada de montanhas e ponto de encontro