In this issue

In our cover story this issue, we focus on Spain. From the sprawling plains of La Mancha, the soul-stirring alternative to the Camino de Santiago, and an authentic taste of the Spanish capital, discover landscapes ranging from saffron and lavender fields to hidden waterfalls, along with former kingdoms and beguiling cities. Elsewhere, we explore Chile’s otherworldly Atacama Desert; discover Houston’s galaxy of rooftop bars and quirky museums; delve into the homegrown produce of Hawke’s Bay in New Zealand; and plan a long weekend in Anglesey. Meanwhile, we look at what sustainable travel actually means in 2021. Urban stories this issue include Dublin, Hong Kong and Kyoto.

HAWKE'S BAY

On the east coast of New Zealand’s North Island, the city of Napier and surrounding Hawke’s Bay region are synonymous with homegrown produce, from wine to figs and seafood.

8 mins

DUBLIN

From grande dames and Georgian townhouses to street art-inspired boutiques and self-catering gems, the Irish capital’s eclectic hotel scene is more exciting than ever before.

6 mins

Literary landscapes THE MAN OF LA MANCHA

On a quest to restore chivalry to the nation, Spain’s greatest literary hero — the idealistic nobleman Don Quixote — roamed the vast central region of Castile-La Mancha. And this stark landscape, with its dramatic plains and hidden caves, forms an inspiring backdrop to a whole new canon of stories.

3 mins

OF SALT & STARS

The dramatic moonscapes of Chile’s Atacama Desert are anything but vacant. Dotted with ruins and richly tattooed with ancient petroglyphs, this high-altitude playground, popular with adventurous travellers, is also a repository of stories. Hike into mineral-coated canyons and camp out under brilliant night skies to discover how this arid landscape offers a gateway to the past

10+ mins

NORFOLK

Tracing a golden thread against the North Sea, the salty shores of North Norfolk are an undisputed highlight of the English coastline. Wend your way east from the marshes of Brancaster, home to some of the country’s finest seafood, through the streets of Cley next the Sea and on to the town of Cromer, with its grand pier jutting out into the surf. And in between these picturesque pit stops is a gentle, serene landscape, where the wind and water have shaped the lives of locals for centuries

3 mins

SICILY EMPTY COASTS, OLIVE GROVES & OLD-WORLD CHARM

Sicily is one of Italy’s best-loved destinations, with serious class and timeless appeal. Choose between two sumptuous hotels on opposite sides of the island — both ideal bases from which to explore

2 mins

CITY LIFE HOUSTON

With its flourishing urban parks, cultural spaces and rooftop bars, this cosmopolitan city built on oil is on a mission to invest and evolve. Drill down into eclectic neighbourhoods to discover the real Texan treasure

8 mins

GANGWON WHERE NORTH MEETS SOUTH

A province divided during the Korean War, Gangwon is South Korea’s natural gem, where a visit to the most fortified border on earth can be paired with hiking through spectacular scenery. North Korea is a presence that always lingers, but people here still pray one day to be reunited.

6 mins

Virtual Reality Travel: More Than Just A Gimmick?

Can VR still offer a rich travel experience? Technology innovations and a lockdownled surge in interest suggest virtual travel is here to stay.

3 mins

What Is Sustainable Travel In 2021?

As the pandemic subsides and travel tentatively resumes, the frequently misappropriated and misunderstood concept of sustainability is due a timely reassessment. What role can travellers play in protecting the balance of the natural world?

9 mins

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