MILAN

The world’s fashion capital has long conjured up images of runway shows and haute couture, but tucked away in hidden corners is the real Milan, a treasure trove of museums, public art, jewellers and gin bars

MEET THE MAKER - THE HOLY GRAIN

On the outskirts of Milan, organic rice farmer Francesco Bossi, 55, is championing one of Lombardy’s most revered products

CITY LIFE - BERGAMO

With its hilltop medieval citadel encircled by Venetian walls, views of the snow-capped Alps, a top-notch fine arts museum, and some of the region’s best restaurants, Bergamo is more than just a gateway to its starry neighbour Milan

BUON APPETITO

Lombardy’s plethora of culinary offerings is one of its main draws. Here’s a look at some of the dishes — and people — that make the region a gastronome’s dream

TAKE THE HIGH GROUND

After a summer that, for many of us, was spent largely indoors, winter beckons like never before. Austria’s Zillertal valley is where winter sports enthusiasts can answer that call

RIDING THE BORDERLANDS

A road trip exploring the lesser-known peaks of the eastern Rockies offers up small, characterful towns, whose local sheer-drop chutes, powder-filled bowls and untracked cat skiing backcountry provide an authentic North American ski experience

RIDE ON!

Thanks to leaps and bounds in technology, and a shift in attitudes, the world of the adaptive ski is making the magic of the mountains accessible for an increasing number of skiers and boarders, regardless of their physical condition

JUNGFRAU

Pride of the Swiss Alps, the spruce forests, log cabin chalets and world-class pistes of Jungfrau’s peaks are all the more accessible thanks to the new fast-track Eiger Express cable-car

HOW TO HIT THE SLOPES THIS SEASON: TIPS & ADVICE

From social distancing in-resort to insurance and where to book, we help you glide through the new normal of winter on piste

FESTIVE SKI BREAKS

Fancy escaping the chaos of the holiday season, for the big skies of a ski resort? From the most atmospheric places to bag a snowy break to sparkling spots for Christmas shopping, our ultimate guide has you covered

HOW TO BUILD AN IGLOO

Get out in the wild, and build yourself a really cool place to stay

FAMILY SKI VILLAGES

We select the best of the Alps’ small family-friendly resorts, with big mountain access

A TRANS- SIBERIAN SKI ADVENTURE

The valley of Bolshoy Mamay, near the shores of Lake Baikal, is a remote Russian region that’s garnering a loyal following of backcountry skiers. Travel there by Trans-Siberian Railway and the adventure begins before you even clip in

WHY AIRPORT TESTING MATTERS

THE TRAVEL INDUSTRY IS PINNING ITS HOPES ON AIRPORT TESTING TO LIMIT QUARANTINE AND BOOST ITS CHANCES OF STAGGERING ON THROUGH THE CORONAVIRUS CRISIS — BUT IS THIS THE MAGIC BULLET THAT WILL KEEP US TRAVELLING?

STAY AT HOME - ELAN VALLEY

By day or by night, this dramatic swathe of rural Wales offers plenty of ways to embrace the great outdoors

SEVILLE

The Andalucian capital may have a collection of classic sights, but that’s only half the story. Its atmospheric barrios, home to fresh flavours and burgeoning art scenes, are breathing new life into the city.

San Francisco

A GUIDE TO THE CITY’S FIVE MOST VIBRANT NEIGHBOURHOODS BY THE LOCALS WHO KNOW THEM BEST

ON THE WATERFRONT

THE PALM-FRINGED WATERWAYS OF KERALA TEEM WITH BIRDLIFE AND THE RHYTHMS OF RICE PRODUCTION. BUT BENEATH THE SURFACE, THE PERIYAR NATIONAL PARK AND THE TRANQUIL VEMBANAD LAKE ARE FINDING A BALANCE BETWEEN THE NEEDS OF AGRICULTURE AND NATURE

MEET THE ADVENTURER - MARIO RIGBY

The Canadian-Turks and Caicos Islander talks about his two-year walk across Africa and advocacy for a more diverse travel landscape

Japan

One of Japan’s 17th-century highways, the Nakasendō wound through the heart of the country’s main island, Honshu, linking the spiritual centre of Kyoto with the political hub of Edo (known today as Tokyo). Today, only sections of its epic 332-mile route remain, offering up the hospitality and flavours of modern mountain life — and a tantalising glimpse into the inter-city travelling experience of centuries past

INSIDE GUIDE - VIENNA

The Austrian capital is truly alive with the sound of music, from raucuous jazz clubs and three-day festivals to masterful violin makers

HELSINKI

With new cultural quarters, no-waste restaurants and a passion for design, Finland’s capital has transformed itself from overlooked city break destination into a Nordic success story.

CAPE TOWN

A dramatic setting and vibrant arts scene might steal the show, but the South African city’s ever-growing choice of impressive hotels is reason enough to stay a little longer.

The Impact Of Coronavirus On Poaching In Africa

An interview with Neil Midlane, group sustainability manager at Wilderness Safaris, reveals the effects of travel restrictions on Zambia and Zimbabwe’s conservation efforts

MEXICO CITY

If you know where to go, Mexico City has never had more allure, from the haute cocktail bars and rejuvenated veteran theatre scene of Colonia Juárez to the buzzing food and flower markets of Jamaica.

CITY LIFE: OSAKA

If you want to understand just how revered beer is in Japan, then head to Osaka. The nation’s party city positively effervesces with new craft breweries, old izakayas and cosy hole-in-the-wall bars

THE LAKE ESCAPE

Heading to the Lake District? Pack your walking gear and embrace the great outdoors to make the most of a family getaway around Lake Windermere

THE REALITY OF POST-LOCKDOWN TRAVEL

AS THE UK EASES TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS TO CERTAIN COUNTRIES, AND DESTINATIONS START REOPENING FOR BUSINESS, WE ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS ABOUT BOOKINGS, INSURANCE, CLEANLINESS AND QUARANTINE.

STEP INTO THE SAVANNAH

An intrepid on-foot safari across the Kenyan savannah bordering the Maasai Mara National Reserve reveals, at rivetingly close range, the rich drama of this unique African ecosystem. Exploring terrain inaccessible to vehicles, walk between remote lodges and luxurious f ly camps through lesser-visited conservancies, where guides share their intimate knowledge of its creatures, great and small

JESSICA NABONGO

The Ugandan-American became the first black woman to visit all 195 UN member states in October 2019. She talks about what it means to be fearless