Talia is a London-based writer with six years' experience creating content around all-things hospitality and travel. She has a number of published restaurant and hotel reviews under her belt, as well as lifestyle articles that have featured in top UK publications. 

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The best Airbnbs on the Isle of Skye, Scotland

The best Airbnbs on the Isle of Skye, Scotland

Skye is no longer just a holiday in Scotland; it’s a bucket list destination. The remote location was even named one of the best islands in the world in 2026. Intrepid travellers are flocking to the otherworldly terrains of the Quiraing and the Old Man of Storr, while embracing a new wave of modern Scottish architecture: the modern bothy. Here, true luxury means floor-to-ceiling glass windows and wood-burning stoves. We’ve handpicked the best Airbnbs on the Isle of Skye.  Best Airbnbs on the Isle of Skye at a glance 🌠 Best to see the Northern Lights: Glamping pod with outdoor bath in Staffin 💞 Most romantic: Airbnb overlooking a loch in Carbost 💎 Best on a budget: Cabin with fire pit in Glendale 🧸 Best for families: Home with a telescope in Snizort 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 find you the best stays. This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines.
The best Airbnbs in Puglia for an Italian getaway

The best Airbnbs in Puglia for an Italian getaway

Puglia is the sun-drenched heel of Italy’s boot that is one of the best places to visit in the country right now. Smart travellers are no longer heading to the overcrowded, very expensive Amalfi Coast, they’re opting for the ancient olive groves, famous trullo architecture and UNESCO-listed towns of Puglia. Whether you’re staying in the White City of Ostuni or the historic Alberobello, Puglia is all about the dolce far niente, the sweetness of doing nothing. These are the best Airbnbs that allow you to do just that. Best Airbnbs in Puglia at a glance 👙 Best swimming pool: Trullo with a whrilpool and hot tub 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Best for families: Airbnb with a garden and pool near Cisternino 👩‍❤️‍💋‍👨 Best for couples: Flat with a balcony by the sea 💎 Best on a budget: Trullo with a pool in San Michele Salentino 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 find you the best stays. This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines.
The 12 best Airbnbs in Dallas for every budget

The 12 best Airbnbs in Dallas for every budget

Dallas may be famous for cowboys, barbecue and its larger-than-life reputation, but there’s plenty more to get stuck into here. Spend the day hopping between brilliant restaurants, bars and shops, find some green space when you need a breather, then head out for a night on the town. And after all that? You’ll need somewhere good to crash. Luckily, Dallas has an Airbnb for pretty much every kind of trip, whether you’re after a central base for exploring, a sprawling house with a pool for a group, a cosy B&B or something a little more out there. Yes, there’s an Airstream in the mix. Here are the best Airbnbs in Dallas. RECOMMENDED:  The best hotels in DallasThe best attractions in DallasThe best treehouse Airbnbs in Dallas Updated September 2026: We’ve given this list a refresh, and added a fun mega-game house for the whole family and a swanky mid-century property with its own saloon bar.  The best Airbnbs in Dallas, at a glance:  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for big groups: The all-out game house 🌿 Best for getting out of the city: The charming cabin 🎷 Best for a fun night in: The mid-century saloon house 🏊 Best for a pool day: The high-style home Who makes the cut? While we might not stay in and review every hotel featured, we've based our list on our expert knowledge of the destination covered, editorial reviews, user reviews, hotel amenities and in-depth research to find you the best stays. This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editori
The 8 best Airbnbs in St. Barts for a jet-set Caribbean escape

The 8 best Airbnbs in St. Barts for a jet-set Caribbean escape

St. Barts knows how to do a holiday. Spend the morning hiking through the hills to Colombier Beach, the afternoon swimming in clear turquoise water, then swap your walking shoes for something a little more cocktail-friendly at a beach club in St Jean. The tiny French Caribbean island may have a reputation for being eye-wateringly expensive, but it’s also packed with gorgeous places to stay, from tucked-away hillside hideouts to big villas made for bringing the whole gang. We’ve rounded up the best Airbnbs in St Barts, so all that’s left to decide is whether you want a private pool, a sea view, or both. Updated in September 2026: We’ve given this page an update, with several brand new stays including an ocean-view bungalow for two and a poolside studio in Gustavia.  The best Airbnbs in St. Barts, at a glance:  🥳 Best for luxury group milestone stays: The Gouverneur hillside villa ❤️ Best for romantic couples & views: The ocean-view bungalow for two 🍹 Best for walkability & nightlife access: The Gustavia poolside studio Who makes the cut? While we might not stay in and review every Airbnb featured, we’ve based our list on our expert knowledge of the destination covered, editorial reviews, user reviews, amenities and in-depth research to find you the best stays. This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines.
The 10 coolest Airbnbs in Philadelphia

The 10 coolest Airbnbs in Philadelphia

Philadelphia has no shortage of things to do: great restaurants, brilliant bars and breweries, and a huge amount of history to soak up. It's the City of Brotherly Love, home of the cheesesteak, and boasts no end of excellent hotels. But when you want to vacation like a Philly-local, look no further than the city's coolest Airbnbs.  We've picked out some of the best across neighborhoods including Old City, Rittenhouse, Fishtown and South Philly, with options for couples, families and big groups. Think historic details, quirky interiors, outdoor space and, crucially, locations that make it easy to get out and explore. RECOMMENDED: The best hotels in PhiladelphiaThe best Airbnb cabins in PhiladelphiaThe best luxury hotels in Philadelphia Updated September 2026: We’ve given this list a refresh, with added tips and a gorgeous new loft in an old shoe polish factory.  The best Airbnbs in Philadelphia, at a glance:  👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for families: The comfy townhouse ❤️ Best for couples: The speakeasy suite 🏛️ Best for history buffs: The historic firehouse apartment 🍺 Best for exploring the beer scene: The artist’s flat Who makes the cut? While we might not stay in every Airbnb featured, we've based our list on top reviews, hosts and amenities to find you the best stays. This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines. Frequently asked questions about staying in Philadelphia Is an Air
Stockholm’s best hotels: handpicked favourites from luxury to budget

Stockholm’s best hotels: handpicked favourites from luxury to budget

These days, hotel marketing often seems obsessed with making you feel at home. But for me, much of the magic of checking into a hotel is about getting away from home. The fact that it doesn’t feel like home is precisely the point. Room service at your fingertips, beautiful designer furniture and a generous breakfast buffet. Crisp, freshly laundered sheets, everything perfectly in place and fragrant cut flowers on the table, all without having to lift a finger. Then there’s the excitement of discovering somewhere new, soaking up fresh impressions and spending a few days getting to know a new neighbourhood, city or part of town. For a capital that likes to see itself in the same league as Paris, London and New York, a little delusion of grandeur never hurt anyone, Stockholm has a hotel scene that genuinely delivers. Sure, you won’t get the kind of lavish service where hotel staff jump at your every whim. That’s simply not the Swedish way, with our flat hierarchies and strong egalitarian tradition. But that said, Stockholm leaves little to be desired. And we do take our design and morning coffee seriously. There are the grand old luxury hotels with front-row seats on the waterfront in Norrmalm and Östermalm, the sleek modern hotels around Brunkebergstorg, charming boutique stays tucked into the wonky corners and quirky spaces of Vasastan, and new openings on Södermalm where the food is given just as much attention as the rooms. Time Out has combed through Stockholm’s hotel scene
The best Airbnb cabins in Atlanta

The best Airbnb cabins in Atlanta

Atlanta does a pretty good job of giving you a bit of everything: brilliant food, galleries and museums, leafy parks, a huge events calendar and plenty of neighbourhoods worth getting lost in. You could easily fill a long weekend here without running out of things to do, whether it’s your first visit or you’ve been coming back for years. And when you’re ready to call it a day, there’s more choice than your standard hotel room. Atlanta’s cabins and tiny homes range from treehouses and woodland hideaways to quirky little stays right in the city, many with private gardens, fire pits and plenty of character. We’ve rounded up the best of them, so all that’s left is to pick your favourite, which, admittedly, might be the hardest part. Updated September 2026: We've given this page a refresh, and added a new tiny cabin with a dreamy loft in East Atlanta. The best Airbnb cabins in Atlanta, at a glance:  ❤️ Best for couples: The treetop escape with a hot tub 🎉 Best for large group gatherings: The fairytale cabin with a pool 🏙️ Best for urban walkability & location: The magical central cabin 🌲 Best for waterfront relaxation: The lakeside hideaway RECOMMENDED:The best Atlanta Airbnbs with poolsThe best luxury Atlanta Airbnbs Who makes the cut? While we might not stay in every Airbnb featured, we've based our list on top reviews, hosts, and amenities to find you the best stays. This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more in
The 12 best Airbnbs in Hawaii for every kind of trip

The 12 best Airbnbs in Hawaii for every kind of trip

Hawaii is the kind of place where you can spend the morning swimming in the Pacific, the afternoon driving past lava fields and the evening watching the sun disappear behind the mountains. Across the islands, there are black-sand beaches, lush rainforest, coffee farms, waterfalls and volcanoes, with plenty of small towns and local spots to explore in between. Basically, there’s a lot more to do here than sit on a beach, although we certainly wouldn’t discourage that. And the Airbnbs are just as varied. You can sleep in a bamboo treehouse, wake up on a working farm, stay beside a volcano or settle into a clifftop house with the ocean below. We’ve rounded up some of our favourites, from gloriously simple cabins to bigger homes with pools and hot tubs, all with a little more personality than your average hotel room. Updated September 2026: We've given this page a refresh, and added four new properties including a Kona farm cabin and a Honoliʻi cliffside house. The best Airbnbs in Hawaii, at a glance:  ❤️ Best for romantic honeymoon stays: The peaceful treehouse in Volcano 🌲 Best for fancy forest relaxation: The luxury A-frame cabin ✨ Best for eco glamping & stargazing: The glamping dome in Naalehu 🚣‍♀️ Best for active water sports & river views: The charming riverside cottage in Kauai RECOMMENDED:🌴 Discover the best things to do in Hawaii🏨 Check out the best hotels in Hawaii☀️ Read our essential guide to Hawaii Who makes the cut? While we might not stay in every Airbnb fe
The 20 best hotels in the UK, from city stays to country escapes

The 20 best hotels in the UK, from city stays to country escapes

If you’ve heard it once, you’ve heard it a thousand times: this is the year of the staycation. After all, who needs to go abroad when the weather is this damn good at home, and when there are oh-so-many incredible hotels to pitch up in for the weekend, right here in the UK? In fact, we’d go as far to say that the UK’s hotels are some of the very best in the business – 10-room boutiques, seaside townhouses, sprawling countryside estates n’ all. Whatever trip you’re after, be it a quick break from London or a remote coastal stay, there is a perfect hotel waiting for you. And on this list, we’ve got it all: food-focused pubs with rooms, remote hotels with blessedly patchy signal and all-out, OTT luxurious. However, we want this list to reflect a full spectrum of properties available to travellers (and not just the ones with gold towel holders and Michelin-starred room service.) As a result, we make sure to take into account location, price and value for money – and bring you a guide that has plenty of budget-friendly options included too. Oh, and family-friendly ones. And yes, dog-friendly, too. Itching to book? Read on, friends. Here are our favourite hotels in the UK right now.  The UK’s best hotels at a glance 👑 Best overall: Gleneagles Townhouse, Edinburgh 🎀 Best boutique: The Newt, Somerset 🥂 Best luxury: Claridge’s, London 💍 Best for couples: The Bull, Cotswolds 🌾 Best countryside: Cavendish Hotel, Peak District 💸 Best budget option: Leven, Manchester How we curat
The 11 best Airbnbs in Turks and Caicos for a tropical escape

The 11 best Airbnbs in Turks and Caicos for a tropical escape

Providenciales (“Provo”, to those in the know) has a different pace from much of the Caribbean. The main island of Turks and Caicos is a mix of long white-sand beaches, shallow turquoise water, quiet residential pockets and a handful of places to actually go for dinner, drinks or a snorkel. Grace Bay is the best-known stretch, but head further out and the scenery starts to change: Long Bay is breezy and popular with kitesurfers, Turtle Cove is all boats and reef trips, while Taylor Bay, Chalk Sound and Turtle Tail are quieter and more secluded. The best way to experience it is to pick your corner of the island carefully. Stay around Grace Bay if you want restaurants and the beach on your doorstep, or go further afield for calmer surroundings and a bit more space. We’ve rounded up the best Airbnbs in Turks and Caicos across Providenciales, from beachfront spots in Grace Bay and Leeward to tucked-away villas around Long Bay, Turtle Tail and Chalk Sound. Expect easy beach access, private pools, kayaks, big outdoor spaces and, in some cases, a very good reason not to make plans for the afternoon. The best Airbnbs in Turks and Caicos, at a glance:  🌊 Best luxury beachfront villa in Grace Bay: mansion with Grace Bay views ☀️ Best secluded estate in Chalk Sound: the villa with panoramic lagoon views 🏝️Best Long Bay Airbnb for kite-surfing: Kailoa Villa beach house 🐚 Best Turtle Cove Marina stay: the beachfront bohemian villa Who makes the cut? While we might not stay in every A
The 12 best Airbnbs in Porto right now, from riverside stays and parkside cottages

The 12 best Airbnbs in Porto right now, from riverside stays and parkside cottages

As soon as you hear about blue-tiled walls, sloping cobbled streets and endless traditional tavernas, you know it could only be Porto. The second largest city in Portugal is home to some of the most unique building designs and architecture, and if you choose wisely, you might even be able to stay within them.  The city's hotels are fine and dandy, but for a more local affair, it's worth looking at Airbnbs first. Lucky for you, we've got a dozen of them - each with its own personality across all the lively neighbourhoods in town. After all, if you want to explore this city like a local, with all its great attractions and things to do, it's probably best to live like one, too. Here are the best Airbnbs in Porto to book in 2026.  Updated July 2026: This year, we've expanded our options across Porto with a fab studio stay for solo travellers or couples, along with a leafy-green cottage in an underrated side of town.  The best Airbnbs in Porto, at a glance 🌿 Best for nature lovers: The Green Cottage by the Parque da Cidade 👨🏽‍👩🏽‍👧🏽‍👦🏽 Best for families: The poolside escape in central Porto 💗 Most romantic: The gorgeous old-world flat on Rua do Almada 🎊 Best for group trips: The Lada River House by the UNESCO World Heritage Site 😎 Best solo stay: The downtown studio with the garden view It’s our mission to help you make your trip as smooth sailing as possible. For this, we've based our list on visits by our expert travel writers, along with top reviews, hosts and a
The best Airbnbs in Montauk: luxury group rentals at ‘The End’

The best Airbnbs in Montauk: luxury group rentals at ‘The End’

Montauk does things a little differently from the rest of the Hamptons. Known as ‘The End’, this former fishing village has swapped its days as a sleepy fishing outpost for a laid-back coastal scene of surf breaks, seafood spots, beach bars and stylish summer homes. It’s become a favorite with New Yorkers looking to escape the city, but the relaxed atmosphere comes with decidedly less-relaxed prices: Montauk is one of America’s priciest summer destinations, and its holiday rentals are no exception. For the full Montauk experience, skip the hotel room and settle into a home of your own. From sprawling estates made for big groups to design-led cottages tucked beside the beach, there’s a rental for every kind of coastal getaway. We’ve rounded up the best Airbnbs in Montauk, covering the area’s most sought-after spots, including Ditch Plains, Hither Hills and downtown. Expect private pools, oceanfront decks, walk-to-the-beach locations and plenty of places to make yourself at home. Updated August 2026: We’ve given this list a revamp, with several new getaways including a hilltop retreat in Fort Pond, and a designer Ditch Plains beach house. The best Airbnbs in Montauk, at a glance:  🌊 The best beachfront Airbnb in Ditch Plains: The designer beach house ⛱️ The best stay with private beach access: The Hither Hills compound  🏝️ The best Airbnb near Fort Pond: The Fort Pond beach cottage 👪 The best large group estate: The sprawling lakeside compound Who makes the cut? While we m

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Second Nature

Second Nature

4 out of 5 stars
If you’re a homebody who loves to travel but hates leaving your creature comforts behind, a stay at Room2 offers the best of both worlds. As the UK’s first ‘hometel’ brand, it’ll take you a moment to figure out whether you’ve woken up in a luxe apartment or inner-city hotel room. There’s an emphasis on casual hospitality, geared towards common folk who feel out of place in fancy-pants establishments. The whole vibe is very relaxed, but that doesn’t mean standards aren’t high; you can expect just as much from this place as you would a five-star outpost – minus the bells and whistles.  What’s the vibe at Second Nature? Above all else, this is an eco-conscious hotel – and what could be more important than that? It runs on 100 percent electric and low-carbon renewable energy, with a zero-waste-to-landfill policy to top it off. The interiors represent this ethos through a lack of flash and extravagance – along with a flurry of tropical foliage to really drive home their appreciation for nature.  Your trendiest friend’s flat? That’s pretty much what they’re going for, aesthetic-wise. You’re able to take in the whole open-plan lobby and dining area from the second you enter. There’ll be a lot going on, from cocktails being slung behind the bar at Winnie’s, to all-day food being served and groups socialising in the comfy living room-style chill zones. An essence of home should be ever-present, whether you find it in the warm lighting, slow pace or homey accessories: think indoor plan
Broadwick Soho

Broadwick Soho

5 out of 5 stars
Taking inspiration from the loud-and-proud exuberance of London’s West End, there’s no holding back at Broadwick Soho. It’s an independent hotel to its core – you won’t find interiors like this anywhere else, and service is like clockwork. From the moment you walk through that big pink townhouse door, and step into a lobby of pink pastels and perfectly place furnishings, like something from an elaborate doll’s house, you can sense you’re about to experience something special. And trust us – you are. What are the rooms like at Broadwick Soho? Rooms range from ‘Standard’ to ‘Deluxe’ with not a whole load setting them apart besides the square footage. The cheapest deal you’ll find is £450 a night. Every inch is highly decorative – I arrive at my fairytale-worthy bedroom with a childlike wonder. Bedside lamps shed a warm glow over the colourful space; pinks, blues, and greens make up the palette, and a floral rug and muralled wardrobe add to the enchantment of it all. Everything is in-theme, right down to the telly, surrounded by a gilded frame – ideal for watching the many, many free new releases it’s got. Things turn starkly kitsch in the bathroom, adorned with blue leopard print wallpaper, a white marble sink and crystal light fixtures, as well as very nice Ortigia toiletries. If you’re visiting with kids, the hotel can provide baby beds, highchairs, nappy bins, bottle warmers and other useful things, and there’s an on-site babysitting service available on request too.  What i
The Chancery

The Chancery

4 out of 5 stars
It takes time for new hotels to get the recognition they deserve, even when bringing something the city’s never seen before. While Dublin’s hotel scene almost had all the bases covered, with everything from castle-bound accommodation to trend-setting urban stays, The Chancery has swooped in to pioneer the ‘high spec, low environmental impact’ category – and it won’t take long to notice how tech-heavy The Chancery really is. Both tech and sustainability are the building blocks that the hotel was founded upon. Didn’t think the two could go hand in hand? This place is the only evidence you need to know that isn’t true. They’re showing their dedication to the cause through water recycling, preventative measures against noise pollution, reclaimed furnishings, self-generating electricity and sensors that switch off lights and heating when no one is in the room. I’d say that Green Hospitality Award was well deserved.  What’s the vibe at The Chancery? The Chancery’s intimate open-plan layout combines the lobby and bar to form one collective social space. There’s a round-the-clock commotion – of the non-disruptive kind – consisting of people conversing over cocktails and lounging on the sofas adjacent to the front desk. It strikes the perfect balance between relaxed and rousing, simultaneously encompassing the excitement of the city and a sanctuary-like escape from it.  The bar itself is an inviting all-day hangout: cafe-esque casual with a sophisticated minimalist design, jazzed up w
Bank Hotel, Stockholm

Bank Hotel, Stockholm

5 out of 5 stars
A hotel with a ‘History’ section on their website that’s actually worth a read? One stay at Bank Hotel will have you fully invested in its origin story, which began in 1910 when the art nouveau building served as the head office of Södra Sverige Banking. It’s since housed a succession of banks before gaining a new lease of life come the hotel’s grand opening in 2018, in a bid to turn Stockholm’s business district into more of a social hub. In keeping with this mission, the five-star institution has established itself as a firm favourite for locals and tourists to grab a libation by combining its boutique charm with late-night, award-winning cocktails. And the result? A buzzing atmosphere for guests and a sense that all those staying are honourary Stockholm socialites. Despite its aura of exclusivity, the team behind Bank Hotel want nothing more than for guests to feel at home. That much was clear from the attentiveness from staff, as well as the warm and welcoming interiors; the lobby is enveloped by mahogany panelled walls, paired with diamond pattern flooring for a timeless look. Original details of the old bank remain, from iron doors and gates to the show-stopping vault-turned-wine cellar, to remind everyone of the opulent building’s humble beginnings.The classic design continues into the sumptuous bedrooms – each made to mimic the comfort and familiarity of one's own home (or dream home, in my case). My 8th-floor room was anything but spill-proof, with cream carpets and
The London Dungeon séance

The London Dungeon séance

The London Dungeon is always an obvious choice for a day out if you need your fix of thrills and chills come Halloween, but you may get more frights than you bargained for this time round with their new and exclusive-to-2024 seasonal show: Séance. Everyone's favourite blood-chilling attraction is celebrating 50 years of horrorifying tourists and Londoners alike by subjecting visitors to its scariest show yet. Serving as a paranormal interlude to the Dungeon's usual goings-on (AKA guts spurting in the torture chamber, Jack the Ripper showing up unannouced at the Ten Bells pub and a witch making the ground shake before your very eyes), this portion of the tour will see you communicating with the other side via Ouija board... Set inside the foyer of a haunted house, expect to feel a ghostly presence as the séance-gone-wrong results in all hell breaking loose (literally). As books fly off the shelves, lights cut out and threatening messages appear on the window, prepare for the biggest shock of all as you come face to face with the spirit of Mary Ann Cotton – a notorious 19th century murderer. The show is running throughout the Halloween period and is included in the standard ticket price.  Tickets start from £26.50 for adults and £22 for children up to 15. Book ahead online for the best deals. 
nhow London Hotel

nhow London Hotel

4 out of 5 stars
Not exactly known for its subtlety, this small-yet-bold European hotel chain isn’t afraid to make a statement. Kept separate from the Islington bustle in an unassuming part of town, it almost feels like nhow Hotel has been granted its own quiet corner of London to allow room for its big personality to shine through without overshadowing any establishments in its vicinity.  Prepare for an ambush of colourful quirky decor. I’d describe the space as a perfect storm of London-themed paraphernalia, filled with fun furnishings, alongside enough muted elements to bring the whole look back down to earth. Despite the black phone box, armchairs upholstered in royal guard uniforms, LED message boards as seen on the tube and a giant modernist replica of Big Ben, the overall design does in fact maintain an edginess that stops it from feeling gaudy.  The dynamic aesthetic of this neighbourhood hotel continues throughout its 190 rooms. Regal-meets-punk seems to be the vision, with a graffiti mural of the Queen and an abstract Union Jack rug making up the room’s most eye-catching features. However, much like the lobby, the white bedding and exposed plaster ceiling provided a much-needed tone-down of the space. With plump beds to melt into, a rainfall shower and warm lighting emitted from a bowler hat lamp, it was clear to see that the injection of fun and wow-factor decoration didn’t lead to a compromise on comfort.  The hotel is well-equipped for city living; there’s rentable fold-up bikes,

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Just launched: exclusive pre-sale for two massive Shakespeare and Sondheim revivals at The Bridge Theatre

Just launched: exclusive pre-sale for two massive Shakespeare and Sondheim revivals at The Bridge Theatre

Catch the news about those two massive revivals at the Bridge Theatre? Well, it’s big: Nicholas Hynter’s 2019 smash version of ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ (a joyously OTT take on a Shakespeare classic – complete with giant moon balls) will return to London, alongside a new production of Stephen Sondheim’s fairy-tale musical, ‘Into The Woods’. A huge deal for theatre fans, basically. The announcement has already caused quite the stir, and we reckon tickets will fly out the door for both shows. But here’s something else you might (ie definitely do) want to know: although the box office opens for these at noon on Friday Feb 28, we’ve got access to pre-sale tickets through our official theatre ticketing partner, TodayTix. So, if you want a jump on everyone else? Head here for ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ tickets and here for ‘Into the Woods’ tickets, available from noon on Thursday Feb 27 – that’s a full day before the box office. This is a major event in the theatre world; if you know anything about the 2019 production of ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’, you’ll know it’s remembered as the Bridge’s biggest and best spectacle from the theatre’s first few years of opening – ending in an iconic audience-wide rave-up with the cast. This is your chance to finally join the party! Pre-sale tickets for ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ and ‘Into The Woods’ are available from noon on Thursday Feb 27. Head to ticketing.timeout.com to purchase.
A massive West End Boxing Day sale has just started, with tickets from £13

A massive West End Boxing Day sale has just started, with tickets from £13

Has the excitement of Christmas started to dwindle? Is all you’re left with a pile of torn-up wrapping paper and a handful of blue Quality Streets? Well that’s okay: it’s sales time. And whaddya know, the London theatre world has one of its own, the cunningly named Boxing Day Theatre Sale – partnered with Time Out – which is offering tickets at exceptional prices until January 5. Which makes you the winner, basically. So brighten up these gloomy months ahead and catch some world-class West End theatre for a whole lot less, with tickets available for shows including Stranger Things: The First Shadow, The Tempest (starring Sigourney Weaver), and some of the last performances of the five-star immersive spectacular Guys & Dolls.  If you want to keep that Christmas vibe alive and see something in the next few days, then there are great deals to be had on festive shows like Horrible Christmas at Ally Pally or the Hackney Empire’s pantomime Dick Whittington & His Cat. Or you may want to look further ahead: grab an early bargain on the 101 Dalmatians musical or see Dirty Dancing when it opens at the brant new Capital Theatre in the autumn. Or, more generally, see a show at a nice price: there are more than 60 productions taking part in this promo, so if you want to see shows like Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Dr Strangelove, Cirque du Soleil and Mrs Doubtfire for as little as £13, this is your chance. You might want to be speedy though, as tickets do tend to run out pretty quic
‘Hamilton’ tickets for just £35? Plus loads more West End tickets from just £15

‘Hamilton’ tickets for just £35? Plus loads more West End tickets from just £15

Remember a couple of weeks ago when we gave our top picks from the just-launched London Theatre Week? Well we have some more excellent news because the promotion has just been extended, with ‘Hamilton’ now joining the fray with tickets from a pretty damn reasonable £35.  But that’s not the only show to get excited about, because you can also pick up tickets to ‘Mrs Doubtfire’, ‘Wicked’, ‘The Book of Mormon’, ‘Stranger Things’ and ‘Matilda’ (all from £25), as well as ‘The Lion King’ and ‘Starlight Express’ and a whole lot more from just £35. Still not enough? Okay, well you can also bag £15 tickets for shows like ‘Tina: the Tina Turner Musical’, ‘The Mousetrap’, and ‘Fawly Towers the Play’.  And don’t worry, you’ll have plenty of time to use your tickets – this promotion is just a purchasing period, with redemption dates going well into October (and often beyond). So, get them now, save some money, and choose a date that suits you. Easy. London Theatre Week runs until Sunday September 8 2024. To book tickets head here.   The 10 best new London theatre openings in September The best new London theatre shows to book for in 2024 and 2025. Get the latest and greatest from the Big Smoke – from news and reviews to events and trends. Just follow our Time Out London WhatsApp channel. Stay in the loop: sign up to our free Time Out London newsletter for the best of the city, straight to your inbox.