That's the spirit Armagnac

In south-west France you’ll find the historic region of Armagnac, a land forever ready for battle, yet more inclined to share a glass of its eponymous spirit and a duck feast than draw arms, discovers Alex Mead

Nippon tuck Okinawa

The Japanese island of Okinawa has developed a vibrant food culture that nourishes one of the longest-lived populations in the world. Michael Raffael meets some of the people who strive to keep tradition alive

Dynamo Zagreb Zagreb

The Croatian capital represents the changing face of the country. It’s explosive and fast-paced while staying true to its many intertwined roots, discovers Clarissa Hyman

Berlin

Steeped in history with a world-class art scene, excellent street food and top-quality craft beers, Germany’s capital is a feast for all the senses

Ankara

Turkey’s capital city is a buzzing, cosmopolitan place of contemporary culture and ancient artefacts – where the kebabs are the best in the world, says Imogen Lepere

Glasgow

Scotland’s largest metropolis is going through a revolution. It also wins big on stylish restaurants, diverse architecture and a thriving creative scene, says Mark Sansom

10 of the best hotels with private beaches

As Europe hots up, don’t waste your time fighting for a spare scrap of sand. Rather pick a hotel with a private playa and drop and flop at your leisure. It’s your holiday, after all

The grape escape

There’s simply no finer way for a gourmand to traverse the globe than with a glass of wine in hand. Sip and swill your way through your next holiday, says Clinton Cawood

Go tell it to the mountain

Join Liz Bird as she scales some of the world’s elevated escapes, from whitewater rafting to wild camping

10 of the best Ice Cream Parlours in the UK

To us at Food and Travel, summer means ice cream. We’ve gone from Edinburgh to Helston to discover the best parlours in the UK. So grab a scoop and help yourself

Staying a float

Looking to fully immerse yourself in your surroundings on your next holiday? What better way than leaving terra firma behind and booking an aquatic escape to one of these floating hotels that respect their environments while giving a whole new meaning to the term ‘sea view’, says Stephanie Dobrijevic. Just don’t forget your swimming costume

Isle see you there

With over 120 permanently inhabited islands surrounding the United Kingdom, you don’t need to travel far to enjoy peace and isolation, says Imogen Lepere

The Whitebrook

Wales

Wales’ lush Wye Valley is the ideal spot for a secluded gourmet getaway. The last leg of the drive along increasingly narrow, leafy lanes hints at the pastoral vibe that will characterise your entire weekend. Start with an easy stroll through the woodland as per the helpful directions provided in...read more

Flemings

Mayfair

This hotel is a venerable Mayfair institution, having opened in 1851 for the Great Exhibition. The terrace of linked townhouses oozes historic charm, yet bedrooms have a modern feel. Lush midnight blue drapes and faux-bearskin throws contrast with polished deco-revival surfaces and ultra-luxe bathrooms. A breakfast room doubles as Ormer...read more

Il Borgo di Petroio

Tuscany

Nestling among the Tuscan hills, this 900-year-old farmhouse has sweeping views over deep forests and the eye-wateringly picturesque village of Acone. From the outside it’s a vision of rustic charm with a red tile roof, swimming pool surrounded by vineyards and apparently endless shady seating areas in which to while...read more

Cognac Country

Russe – a memory of the future

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