Sicily
Susafa: the eco-friendly farmhouse to book in rural Sicily
Trade the crowds of Palermo for something quieter, slower, and more soulful in Sicily’s rugged interior. Susafa, a centuries-old farm turned sustainable hotel, offers a different kind of Sicilian escape.
17 September 2025
Sicily on a plate: a foodie guide to the Italian island
There’s something about Sicily that sticks with you. On your skin, in your camera roll, in how quickly you develop opinions about brioche. The island is full of contrasts: volcanic
9 September 2025
Top things to do, see, and eat in Cefalù: plus, where to stay in Sicily
As you drive into Cefalù, the dramatic Rocca di Cefalù towers over the town’s sandy-hued buildings, setting a history-steeped scene for this once-humble fishing village. While tourism has certainly made
30 June 2025
10 of the best hotel beach clubs in Europe
The key ingredients to the perfect hotel beach club? Somewhere far from Europe’s sun-seeking crowds, yet close to the cooling water’s edge—we’re talking a few barefoot steps, or even better
16 May 2025
Where to stay in May: 8 boutique hotels to book now
Sitting perfectly on the cusp of summer, just before European beaches begin to fill to the brim, May is one of our favourite months to travel. City breaks are sunny
1 May 2025
5 European destinations for slow travel
The perfect places for unwinding and enjoying a slower pace of travel – whether you prefer city, coast or countryside. Slowing down the way that you see the world not
15 December 2023
5 holiday ideas to embrace the autumn equinox
The cosiest trips to take in tune with the changing of the seasons The UK doesn’t seem to have got the message that summer is over (we’re penning this mid-heatwave). In anticipation
16 September 2023
Where is hot in September and October? 10 sun-drenched destinations
Our top 10 shoulder season hotspots to book now Following the August rush come the quieter months of September and October, when the days are still long, the temperatures high,
7 July 2023
How to see Sicily this summer in ‘White Lotus’ style
Cinematic Sicilian scenery guaranteed – plus the best boutique hotels to book on this fiery Italian island The second season of The White Lotus transported us to the shimmering shores of Sicily, giving
9 February 2023
In full bloom: the loveliest hotel rooms with gardens
Verdant views and bucolic bliss await in these blooming beautiful bedrooms As the world is beginning to open up again and summer is in full swing, we’re looking ahead to
3 August 2021
