Liv Kelly

Dreaming of sand between your toes, wind blowing in your hair and sun beating down on your skin? You might just be due a trip to the beach. Here in the UK, we can’t quite guarantee the sunshine, but we can guarantee some seriously stunning beaches which will rival those of Mediterranean (and might even be contenders for the best beaches in the world).  We have white sand beaches, we have pebbles, we have towering chalk cliffs and rock pools galore. We pretty much have a beach for every occassion. Not sure where to go? We’ve rounded up the best beaches in the UK right here, from Scotland to Cornwall, all chosen by Time Out travel writers who have been to visit them IRL. You’ll also find our expert reccs for where to stay, so you can make the most of your beachy getaway. Enjoy.  Where are the UK’s most beautiful beaches? Pretty beaches are dotted all over the UK, but you’ll find some absolute beauties in Scotland, Cornwall and Wales, where the water is often clear, beaches are surrounded by tall cliffs and greenery and you might even find sand between your toes. On our list of the UK’s best beaches, we’ve included the prettiest and most serene stretches of coast out there, but we’ve also included those better for vibes, families and big old picnics. They might not be lookers, but they’re perfect for a seaside day out.  RECOMMENDED:🏖️ The most amazing hidden beaches in the UK🌊 The best outdoor swimmming pools in the UK🏊 The best wild swimming spots in the UK🌤️ The best place

We’ve made it through the most depressing 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 a frequent traveler or somebody visiting New York for the first time, you deserve a place to stay which embodies everything that makes the Big Apple so effortlessly, timelessly cool. After all, a hotel is far from just a place to rest your weary, tired head: when you think about it, they’re basically your gateway into the city.  So, from towering concrete masses to boutique Brooklyn outposts, new additions for Time Out’s 2026 roundup include Nine Orchard, The William Vale, The Standard, High Line, and The Hoxton, Williamsburg. Scroll on for an expertly-curated list of the coolest hotels on the block when it comes to where to stay in NYC. Which area is best to stay in New York? If you’re after a neighborhood which is as cool as your hotel, below you’ll find stays in Tribeca, NoMad, the Lower East Side, the Meatpacking District, and Brooklyn. In fact, we have guides to all of NYC’s neighborhoods, so you can find a spot which is the best fit for you.  New York’s coolest hotels at a glance: 💎 Most luxurious: Crosby Street Hotel 👛 Best budget: Moxy NYC Downtown 🌃 Best view: The Standard, High Line 👙 Best pool: 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge 🤩 Most iconic: The William Vale 📍 Discover our ultimate guide to the best hotels in New York How we curate our hotel lists Our team of writers and travel experts review hotels all over the world—new openings, old classics and everything in between—to bring you fresh, honest recommendations, all year round. We have reviewed many

Whether you’re an avid sunbather, sandcastle builder, swimmer or stroller, there are plenty of things that go into making a truly great beach. But 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 for brilliant beaches. Grab your sunnies, your beach towel, your bucket and spade – here’s our roundup of the continent's very best beaches. ➡️ READ MORE: Europe’s most underrated beaches🔔 BOOK NOW: Our ultimate guide to hotels in Europe Ella Doyle is Time Out’s Europe editor. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by locals and 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. 

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

Nos vies amoureuses ont toujours fait parler. Mais aujourd’hui, tout change : la manière dont on se rencontre, ce qu’on cherche vraiment, la fréquence à laquelle on couche, les lignes bougent, et ça se voit. Depuis quelques années, un mot revient partout : « récession sexuelle ». Les études se multiplient, montrant que la génération Z aurait moins de rapports que celles d’avant. Mais quand on regarde, ville par ville, comment on vit (vraiment) le sexe à travers le monde, qu’est-ce que ça raconte de nos habitudes ? *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id="request-WEB:9b8275c9-6971-489c-a653-efd3b0c7ea65-10" data-testid="conversation-turn-16" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"> Pour la Saint-Valentin, Time Out s’est plongé dans les résultats de sa dernière enquête, menée auprès de 18 500 citadins vivant dans les grandes villes du monde, à qui l’on a demandé à quelle fréquence ils avaient des rapports sexuels. Le classement ci-dessous se base sur la part d’habitants ayant répondu « au moins une fois par semaine ». Voyons ce que ça donne. *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id="request-WEB:9b8275c9-6971-489c-a653-efd3b0c7ea65-11" data-testid="conversation-turn-18" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"> En tête du classement, ex æquo avec 67 % des répondants déclarant

Whether you’re margherita-loving purist or an all-the-toppings enthusiast, a fan of New York-style, Detroit-style, Neapolitan-style or your own whacky style, everybody’s their definition of a dream pizza. But cities all over the world have put their own spin on the dish, too, and that’s why we called on our international network of editors and writers to share the weirdest, tastiest and most lip-smacking pizzas where they live. So, feast your eyes on Time Out’s freshly-baked roundup of the best pizzas on the planet.  RECOMMENDED:🍝The best cities in the world for food🥪The best sandwiches in the world🥩The best steaks in the world This list was edited by Liv Kelly, 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.

February 2026: As we start to slowly leave winter behind us, we've highlighted some of the more appropriate seasonal spots for brunch. Try Lolo in Bermondsey if you want a lively Spanish take on brunch; start your Saturday with some heat at Thai-inspired Chet's; and feast on prawn toast scotch eggs at Jikoni in Marylebone. We've also included a few places that prove brunch isn't just a weekend treat, with some recent openings that serve brunch every single day, such as Permit Room Portobello - Dishoom's all-day cafe in Notting Hill - and excellent Syrian cafe Aram, which you can find in the glamorous Somerset House.  The humble brunch is perhaps one of the greatest inventions of the modern age, especially if it incorporates pancakes, bacon and eggs. London is particularly well stocked with places to indulge in the famous breakfast/lunch hybrid. Let us guide you to the best restaurants for a fabulous brunch, from a traditional full English to innovative twists on the majestic meal, such as a bacon bao brunch or fried eggs on chilli-cheese crumpets. Booze optional.  Best brunches in London at a glance: 🍖 Best for Spanish-style brunch: Lolo, Bermondsey 🏰 Best for a spectacular setting: Aram, Somerset House 🌳 Best for an al fresco brunch: Pavilion Cafe, Victoria Park  🌮 Best for a Mexican feast: Corrochio’s, Stoke Newington  RECOMMENDED: Like unlimited fizz with your fry-up? Here are the best bottomless brunches in London.  Leonie Cooper is Time Out London’s Food and Drink

February 2026: It's still cold, and it's still grey - which means we're still in peak Sunday roast season. Not simply just a decent hangover cure, Sunday lunch is one of the most winter-y things a Londoner can possibly do. Our latest update to this list has prioritised the cosiest pubs in town, with extra points for roaring open fires (check out French resto Bistro Sable for a great one), as well as nooks and crannies where you can hunker down until spring returns. There are a couple of posh restaurants in the mix too, with a Nordic roast at the plush Ekstedt at the Yard near Westminster, and a serious meat feast at Quality Chop House in Clerkenwell. Our worthy Number 1 is the simple, spectacular roast at London’s OG organic pub, The Duke of Cambridge in Islington.  London’s best Sunday roasts at a glance: 🥩 Central: Duke of Cambridge, Angel 😇 North: The Angel, Highgate ⛪ South: Old Nun’s Head, Nunhead 🌈 East: The Nelson’s, Hackney 🍻 West: The Mall Tavern, Notting Hill Sunday lunch. There’s nothing quite like it. An elemental meal, one that Londoners take incredibly seriously. Debates about what constitutes the ‘perfect’ Sunday roast have been known to last for hours. There is no shortage of top roasts in London. We’ve rounded up the city’s best Sunday meals from a host of pubs, restaurants and breweries all around town. What makes a good roast? For us, it’s simple; a welcoming room is a good start, maybe in a pub with an open fire. Then it comes to the plate – we need

While you shouldn’t wait for just one day a year to shower your mum with love and appreciation, you’ll definitely be in the doghouse if you forget to make her feel special on Mother’s Day (Sunday March 15 2026). Keep yourself in her good books and ªas well as a thoughtful present and card, of course) treat your ma to a wholesome day out at one of London’s top mum-friendly events. You can’t move for lovely afternoon teas across the city around this time of year, or you can take your mum on a stroll around some of London’s prettiest shops, take in some culture at one of the best current art exhibitions or sit back and watch a fab new theatre production. Personally, I like to take my mum to a cosy restaurant for a fancy meal – a tasty Sunday lunch hasn’t failed me yet. Check out our top picks for the best events to take the most important woman in your life this Mother’s Day 2026. RECOMMENDED: the full guide to Mother’s Day in London 

February 2026: After a quiet start to the year, London’s arts and culture scene is ramping up the action in February, with loads of major openings across the capital’s biggest museums. Heading to the National Gallery, the Science Museum, Young V&A or the Tate Modern? There are new shows to check out on such disparate subjects as Lucien Freud’s works on paper, South American wildlife photography, the studio behind ‘Wallace and Gromit’ and legendary artist Tracey Emin. 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 ancient Egyptian percussion instruments.

‘Overtourism’. It’s more than a buzzword – in the world’s most popular destinations, it’s a problem that affects almost every aspect of local life, from the environment to the cost of renting, transport and eating out. And when a place is overwhelmed by people, it’s not only locals’ quality of life that suffers; the quality of your trip does, too. But it’s not all bad. Destinations are coming up with ways to redistribute tourism from densely crowded hotspots to lesser-visited regions. Travellers are seeking cooler climes and embracing slow travel, allowing space to discover somewhere new. And they’re still riding the ‘destination dupes’ trend, where overrun holiday destinations are swapped out for less crowded, less expensive, but just-as-good alternatives. On our newly updated list of the world’s most underrated travel destinations, you won’t find your Bangkoks or your Balis, your Amalfis or your Amsterdams. What you will find is the hidden side of Yosemite, the French Riviera’s overlooked twin, a place where penguins outnumber people, and plenty more travel inspo where that came from.Why trust us? Because we’ve been to them all. Every spot on this list was picked by one of our expert editors and globetrotting travel writers, recommended because they offer great (or quiet) alternatives to the classics – and in many cases, because they’re places that actually want tourism. In other words, travelling to any of these 33 criminally overlooked destinations is a win-win situation.

If you’re after a refined and polished bar perfect for quiet conversation, Homeboy is not the place. What it is good for, however, is expertly-executed cocktails served in what feels more like a raucous Irish pub. Enter and you’ll be enveloped into a snug, pleasingly low-lit space and affably greeted like a regular, even if you’ve never been here before. It’s a welcome tonic to the monosyllabic, named-after-a-generic-white-bloke bars which have proliferated London of late: there’s ample room on plump Chesterfield banquettes and lots of dark wood. On Thursdays and Sundays your evening will be soundtracked not by vinyl, but by a live Irish band.  There are TVs which, when we visited, were blaring the Six Nations, and once the music actually gets going, this place gets properly noisy. However, the seamlessness of the table service and the lively atmosphere proves that this place is a well-oiled hospitality machine – as do the drinks. Homeboy Bar’s menu features a signature collection of cocktails which have been steadfast inclusions since it opened, but there’s also a list of drinks inspired by Irish idols. The Punk Poet is one of these: it blends Wild Turkey 101 Bourbon with orange zest-infused oil, dark chocolate liqueur and demerara sugar, and it’s moreish, sour and sharp. The emphasis is very much on mixing a bit of Irishness into classic cocktail recipes, and dirty martini drinkers will also enjoy an Irish Sea.  Oh, and arrive hungry. This place doesn’t just knock it out of

  Pass under the quintessential New York black awning, rotate through the revolving door and Sofitel New York greets you with a lengthy, imposing, Art Deco-esque lair of a lobby. It’s a lowly illuminated but pleasingly warm welcome from New York’s crispy late-fall streets, and while confusingly you’ll need to walk all the way towards the glitzy statement staircase at the far end to reach the actual reception, there are plenty of staff floating around to assist you.  This hotel is Sofitel’s new North American flagship property, which, after a substantial facelift, is a Midtown base that brims with potential. Despite a slightly bizarre entrance and shortcomings in the food offering, the hotel’s impressive location, immaculately designed beds and assured luxury service are where it gleams. Here’s what we thought of Sofitel New York.  Why stay at Sofitel New York? You probably haven’t traveled all the way to New York for a glimpse at the French way of life, but Sofitel is keen to deliver at least a flavor of it anyway. With the brand’s renewed emphasis on eating, drinking and sleeping well (which they refer to as the ‘French zest’), Sofitel New York has emerged from its site-wide renovation, striving and mostly succeeding to deliver on all those with polish.  The number one reason you should stay at this hotel is because of its prime—and we mean prime—location. Beyond having the Rockefeller Center, Empire State Building, Bryant Park, Central Park, Broadway and Times Square all w

Head along to University of East London’s Docklands campus after dark and you'll find this spectacular free festival brightening up the skies. This year, the theme is the four elements, which means there'll be tons to see inspired by the wonders of wind, earth, fire and water. Its eclectic line-up includes glowing hula hooping, fire acrobatics, a giant roaming octopus and dragon, and illuminated performers walking high above the crowds. There'll also be refreshments from local street food stalls throughout the evening. Book your free place to be part of the fun. 

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?  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.  

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.

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

Menys mal dels Jocs Olímpics d'Hivern de Milà, que ens ajuden a suportar les últimes setmanes de fred i dies grisos. Si ets dels que segueixen aquest esdeveniment esportiu, pot ser que t'hagi cridat l'atenció un detall en el nom oficial d'una de les nacions participants: la República Txeca, o Txèquia, com se la denomina en la competició. Ha canviat el país de nom oficialment o és que el terme abreujat només s'usa en casos puntuals? T'ho expliquem. Aquí tens una guia per entendre per què la República Txeca és ara també Txèquia. Per què ara s'usa més Txèquia? El cert és que tant Txèquia com República Txeca són noms oficials des de fa anys (concretament des del 2016); el primer és, simplement, la forma curta. No obstant això, en els últims dos anys s'ha decidit que República Txeca es reservi exclusivament per a contextos institucionals, com documents governamentals, tractats legals o assumptes diplomàtics. És un cas molt similar al de França, el nom oficial de la qual és República Francesa, encara que gairebé mai la denominem així. Txèquia, en canvi, és la denominació preferida per a situacions menys formals: des d'articles periodístics i obres literàries fins a la representació dels seus esportistes. Per exemple, Txèquia és ja el nom oficial de la selecció masculina de futbol per a la UEFA i la FIFA, i cada vegada és més comú sentir-ho en boca de comentaristes i experts. Si fem memòria, en els Jocs Olímpics de París 2024 el nom oficial de l'equip ja va ser Team Czechia. Quan e

¡Suerte tenemos de los Juegos Olímpicos de Invierno de Milán, que nos ayudan a sobrellevar las últimas semanas de frío y días grises. Sin embargo, puede que te haya llamado la atención un detalle en el nombre oficial de una de las naciones participantes: la República Checa, o Chequia, como se la denomina en la competición. ¿Ha cambiado el país de nombre oficialmente o es que el término abreviado solo se usa en casos puntuales? Te lo explicamos. Aquí tienes una guía para entender por qué la República Checa es ahora también Chequia. ¿Por qué ahora se usa más Chequia? Lo cierto es que tanto Chequia como República Checa son nombres oficiales desde hace años (concretamente desde 2016); el primero es, simplemente, la forma corta. No obstante, en los últimos dos años se ha decidido que República Checa se reserve exclusivamente para contextos institucionales, como documentos gubernamentales, tratados legales o asuntos diplomáticos. Es un caso muy similar al de Francia, cuyo nombre oficial es República Francesa, aunque casi nunca la llamemos así. Chequia, en cambio, es la denominación preferida para situaciones menos formales: desde artículos periodísticos y obras literarias hasta la representación de sus deportistas. Por ejemplo, Chequia es ya el nombre oficial de su selección masculina de fútbol para la UEFA y la FIFA, y cada vez es más común escucharlo en boca de comentaristas y expertos. Si hacemos memoria, en los Juegos Olímpicos de París 2024 el nombre oficial del equipo ya fue

Sampling the local cuisine is as crucial to visiting a new country as seeing all the top landmarks, but Europe’s dining scenes vary enormously when it comes to the budget you’ll need to cover a meal for two.  Ferry GoGo, a ferry comparison site, has conducted some research and compiled a list of European countries, ranging from bougiest to cheapest, based on the average price of a three-course dinner for two (excluding drinks) at what it describes as a ‘mid-range’ restaurant.  So, where will your budget go the furthest? Well, that’d be in Kosovo, where a meal of starters, main courses and desserts will only cost you around €20 (a little over £17). It’s followed by North Macedonia (€24.38) and Moldova (€30.32), so clearly the region is the place to be for budget-friendly dining.  Recommended: The cheapest city breaks in Europe for 2026, ranked But, what kind of thing will you find on the menu? Well, Kosovo’s national dish is flija, a pie made of layers of crepes which are sandwiched between a creamy mixture of yoghurt, butter and cheese which is compressed and cooked under a metal lid. Stuffed peppers, pickled vegetables and, of course, baklava are all also menu staples, so there’ll be plenty of hearty plates to tuck into. Oh, and make sure you try one of the country’s famous macchiatos. At the other end of the spectrum, where dinner out will instead cost you a pretty penny, is (drum roll, please) Switzerland! And no, we’re not shocked either. An average three-course meal for

Embora o Inverno pareça estar longe de acabar, os dias quentes o suficiente para se estender na areia e dar um mergulho vão voltar – e, graças ao Tripadvisor, já sabemos exactamente para onde queremos passar o Verão. Os prémios anuais Travellers’ Choice da plataforma celebram as “melhores das melhores” praias do mundo. Os areais com mais avaliações excelentes ao longo dos últimos 12 meses compõem agora a lista das praias mais impressionantes do planeta. No topo do ranking de 2026 está a Isla Pasion, uma faixa privada de areia branca ofuscante perto de Cozumel, no México. É verdade que não é gratuita, mas se quiser fazer caiaque ao longo da costa e talvez avistar raias, o passe diário – a partir de cerca de 45 dólares – vale a pena. A completar o pódio está Creta, na Grécia, com duas praias diferentes: Elafonissi e a sua areia rosa conquistou a prata; a semi-privada Balos Lagoon o bronze. Photograph: Shutterstock La Pelosa, na Sardenha, Itália, ficou em oitavo lugar e é conhecida pelas suas águas límpidas. A entrada custa 3,50€, mas para um cenário que brilha como este, diríamos que compensa. Aproveite para dar uma vista de olhos nas nossas praias favoritas em Itália e nas mais bonitas da Europa. Quer observar vida selvagem? Dirija-se a Boulders Beach, em Simon’s Town, África do Sul, lar de uma colónia de pinguins africanos em perigo. Existem na verdade três praias diferentes, além de passadiços para observar as aves (que medem cerca de 60-70 centímetros de altura). As rocha

From the gale-battered shores of Ireland to the paradisical golden coasts in southern Spain, Europe’s beaches boast a whole load of variety.  However, one destination has consistently topped rankings of the loveliest beaches in the continent, and thanks to routinely accruing the highest volume of what Tripadvisor dubs ‘above-and-beyond’ reviews, it’s this year’s winner of the Travellers’ Choice Awards. Which one, we hear you ask? It’s Elafonissi Beach in Crete.  Wrapped around the island’s southwestern corner, this beach is known for its dream-like appearance where cyan sea laps against expansive shores of pink-hued sand. The phenomenon is caused by crushed seashells and deposits of red-pigmented microorganisms, which originated on coral reefs, that have been dropped off by the tide and mixed with the white sand.  Recommended: The most underrated winter sun destinations (that are actually hot).  You can either align your visit with low tide to watch the isthmus emerge and connect Crete with Elafonissi Islet, or wade through knee-deep water to reach it and enjoy its more secluded coves. Either way, we’d recommend visiting in off-peak season, as word has certainly spread about this beach’s beauty. Photograph: Shutterstock.com Photograph: Shutterstock Stunning, right? Elafonissi Beach was actually named as the best beach not just in Europe but the world in 2025, but this year that global title was instead awarded to Isla Pasion in Mexico. Crete fared well in the 2026 ranking

The various structures humans have built throughout history don’t just continue to serve us today, but also act as steadfast proof of our creative sensibilities and innovative engineering skills. Bridges are a prime example, and plenty of them manage to be absolutely spectacles to behold, too.  That’s why Time Out has compiled a list of the most impressive of all. From recognisable landmarks like Sydney Harbour and Brooklyn Bridge to remote Scandinavian gallery-hybrid spaces and indigenous Peruvian rope walkways, there are plenty out there to marvel at.  But the most beautiful on the whole planet? That’d be Stari Most in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Its name literally translates to ‘old bridge’, though it actually isn’t that old.  Photograph: Shutterstock ‘The surrounding city of Mostar is named for Stari Most, whose pale stone arch curved nearly 25 metres above the Neretva River from 1566-1993,’ writes Time Out contributor Auburn Scallon, ‘Tragically, the bridge was targeted and destroyed as part of the Bosnian War in 1993, but local pride and international funding helped rebuild the beloved structure between 2001-2004, including stone salvaged from the river below.’ As Unesco describes the bridge, which is a World Heritage Site (and was designated as such in 2005), it’s ‘a symbol of reconciliation, international co-operation and of the coexistence of diverse cultural, ethnic and religious communities.’ Elsewhere on the list is Double Decker Route Bridge in India, Golden Bridge

Pausing for a much-needed caffeine hit when you’re exploring a new city is about so much more than the coffee itself. You haven’t travelled all that way to sit in a soulless chain with tired-looking sweet treats and unimaginative interiors, anyway, have you? Instead, you’ll want somewhere which feels like a landmark in its own right.  Handily, Atlas Obscura is here to help. The travel guide website has scoured the planet and compiled a pleasing, handpicked selection of coffee shops which ‘take on the character of their owners, patrons, and locations’, and ‘have a longevity that puts many bars and restaurants to shame.’ Recommended: Is Italy about to lose its €1 espresso? So, where has topped their list? That’d actually be a museum – the MUMAC – in Binasco, Italy. This place is home to one of the world’s most comprehensive collections of coffee machines, which range from unique prototypes to industrial models and are organised into six different exhibitions. Go and explore, and then cop a spot at MUMAC café – you’re in safe hands with the baristas here.  In second place isn’t just a coffee shop, but also a space of significant historical relevance. Indian Coffee House in Connaught Place, New Delhi, might not seem like much from the outside, but was such a hub of influential figures during the 1970s that it was forced to close under Indira Gandhi’s ‘Emergency’ (a two-year suspension of civil liberties in India).  Back to Italy, Bar Luce in Milan claimed third place, while Bison

While winter feels like it’s far from over, days warm enough to stretch out on the sand and go for a dip in the gently lapping waves will come around again – and thanks to Tripadvisor, we know exactly where in the world you should be heading.  The platform’s annual Travellers’ Choice Awards celebrates the planet’s ‘best of the best’ beaches. Each stretch of coast that has achieved a staggering number of excellent reviews from over the past 12 months are ranked to produce a list of the most impressive beaches overall.  Topping the ranking for 2026 is Isla Pasion, a private stretch of blindingly white sand near Cozumel in Mexico. Sure, it’s not free to access, but if you’re keen to kayak along the shore and maybe spot some stingrays, the day pass which starts at around $45 is worth considering.  Photograph: Shutterstock La Pelosa in Sardinia ranked eighth this year, and is known for its pellucid aquamarine waters. Entry will cost you €3.50, but for a setting which glistens like this one, we reckon it’s worth it. Have a look at all our favourite beaches in Italy.  Recommended: These are the most beautiful beaches in Europe, according to Time Out. Photograph: Shutterstock Keen for some wildlife spotting? Head to Boulders Beach in Simon’s Town, South Africa, home to a colony of endangered African penguins. There are actually three different beaches here, plus broadwalks for observing the birds (which are around 60-70cm tall). The boulders also mean that these beaches are shelt

It’s a tough time to be working in the aviation industry. Faced with staff shortages and huge levels of disruption, many workers at airlines and airports are facing long, stressful hours and poor working conditions. And, thanks to the cost of living crisis, loads of them are doing it all for lower wages, too. Needless to say, it’s no wonder that so many staff at airports and airlines have been going on strike. From Italy and Belgium to Greece and France, airports across Europe have seen thousands of flights delayed and cancelled by industrial action. Strikes can, of course, have a serious impact on your holiday, so it’s best to be as informed about them as possible. Read on for our guide to who’s going on strike in Europe right now, where and when those strikes will happen – and whether you need to worry about them.   Nationwide airport strikes in Italy On Thursday February 26, severe disruption is expected to affect air transport in Italy. A 24-hour walkout by staff – including pilots, flight attendants, and ground staff – of flagship airline ITA Airways was originally planned for Monday February 16 to coincide with the Milan Winter Olympics, but it was blocked by Italy’s deputy prime minister Matteo Salvini who described the games as an ‘event of global importance’.  Now, the walkout has been rescheduled, and flights across Italy’s major hubs such as Milan Malpensa, Milan Linate, Rome Fiumicino, Venice Marco Polo and Verona Valerio Catullo Airport, will be hit on the new da

Retreating to your own private patch of land which is dreamily isolated from the rest of the world by the sea is a dream many of us share, but enter this competition which has just launched courtesy of Visit Sweden, and it could be a reality.  That’s right – the company is offering five lucky international winners the chance to act as custodians for their own Swedish island for one year, meaning you can enjoy some serious tranquility in Sweden’s gorgeous environment.  The islands in question? We’re so glad you asked. Sweden has a total of more than 267,000, but the first one that could be yours is Medbådan, which was sculpted by the last Ice Age and is around 35km southwest of the town of Umeȧ. Flisan is a tiny stretch of pale bedrock, which is also up for grabs, and is not too far from Aholma Nord, where you should definitely head for home-smoked fish.  Recommended: These are the most underrated places in Europe, according to Time Out.  Storberget is a small granite island ironically nicknamed ‘the big mountain’, Tjuvholmen is a pine-lined spot around 25km north of Lidköping, and lastly, Marsten is one for the fishing enthusiasts among us.  So, how do you enter this competition? Well, you’ll need to be over 18 and record a video explaining why you deserve your own Swedish island – it’s gotta be filmed in portrait, and be no longer than a minute long, and upload it via this form by 11.59pm CEST on April 17.  To maximise your chances, make sure you share your video on social m

Are we in dating armageddon, or is it just the city that you live in? Well, we at Time Out are always keen to peek behind the curtain at how life varies between our major hubs, and the latest load of data from our massive, 18,500-strong survey revealed which cities are having the most sex – so we’re here to help you find out.  We asked our participants how regularly they did the deed and ranked each city based on the proportion of people who responded with ‘at least once a week’. The research found that Macau on the south coast of China topped the worldwide ranking, but in Europe specifically, the title went to none other than Luxembourg.  Recommended: The best (and worst) cities for dating and finding love, according to locals.  That’s right – 66 percent of respondents from this tiny capital city said they had sex at least once a week, which tied with Guadalajara and Sao Paulo to claim second place across the planet.  Second place in Europe went to Porto, where 64 percent of people get lucky on at least a weekly basis, and in third place was Marseille, joint overall with Bangkok and Rio, with a score of 61 percent. Did your city make the ranks? Scroll on to find out.  The European cities having the most sex, according to Time Out’s survey Luxembourg Porto Marseille Cambridge Naples Brussels Rotterdam ICYMI: I travel for a living – these are the most romantic cities I’ve found in Europe.  Plus: This beautiful tropical island is launching a brand-new digital nomad visa.  S

Um indicador de acessibilidade amplamente utilizado no que toca aos custos de vida é se se gasta 30% ou menos do salário na renda e, de acordo com um novo trabalho da britânica The Economist, apenas oito grandes cidades europeias podem ser consideradas “acessíveis”. Pelo segundo ano, a publicação financeira conduziu uma investigação e produziu um “Índice Carrie Bradshaw” europeu. Para tal, utilizou as rendas mais actuais de apartamentos T1 (baseadas em dados do Eurostat) e calculou quanto é que os habitantes locais precisariam de ganhar para gastar um máximo de 30% do seu salário nisso. Recomendado: Estas são as melhores cidades do mundo para a Geração Z viver Foi atribuída a cada grande cidade europeia uma “pontuação Bradshaw”, e apenas oito dos centros analisados obtiveram uma pontuação superior a 1, considerando-os acessíveis. A cidade mais económica? Bona, uma cidade na Alemanha ocidental situada nas margens do rio Reno, que atinge 1,33 no índice.  Bona, Alemanha | Fotografia: Shutterstock Lyon ficou logo a seguir, e Berna, Bruxelas e Helsínquia completam o top cinco. Em oitavo lugar, e a entrar à justa na categoria de acessível com uma pontuação de 1,01, ficou a capital alemã, Berlim. O salário médio aqui é de 55 mil euros, o que cobre confortavelmente uma renda mensal de 1350 euros. As cidades mais acessíveis da Europa para arrendatários a solo Bona Lyon Berna Bruxelas Helsínquia Viena Luxemburgo Berlim No outro extremo da escala, Londres, Genebra e Estocolmo classi